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Archinect has hired editor, writer, and designer Antonio Pacheco as its new managing editor. Antonio is responsible for developing editorial content, covering breaking and professional news, and will oversee the ongoing development of Archinect’s editorial team in accordance with the... View full entry
Looking for an architecture firm that can give you the opportunity to work on a variety of typologies and scales? Have a look at the current job listings from last week's Employer of the Day featured firms! Founded by the late Diana Balmori, landscape and urban design practice Balmori Associates... View full entry
Demand for design services in May remained essentially flat in comparison to the previous month, according to a new report [...] from The American Institute of Architects (AIA).
AIA’s Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score for May showed a small increase in design services at 50.2, which is slightly down from 50.5 in April. Any score above 50 indicates an increase in billings. Both the project inquiries index and the design contracts index softened in May but remained positive.
— AIA
"The last four consecutive months, firm billings have either decreased or been flat, the longest period of that level of sustained softness since 2012," said AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, PhD, Hon. AIA. "While both inquiries into new projects and the value of new design contracts remained... View full entry
Ready to move on up the career ladder? If you're eager to put your years of professional experience to the test, have a look at last week's featured Employer of the Day firms, who currently have job positions for candidates with at least 5 to 10 years of experience. If you're in the early years of... View full entry
Every successful design project needs a project manager. From overseeing the design and construction process to site preparation, an architectural project manager must not only have the technical design skills but ability to lead an entire project operation. Below are 10 firms throughout the US... View full entry
If you're aiming to get your foot in the door of an established architecture practice with a reputable portfolio, take a peek at last week's Employer of the Day featured firms. They all currently have multiple job listings, so apply now before you miss your chance! Global practice Foster +... View full entry
With the summer season quickly approaching, you may be searching for an architecture job with an end date. Looking for something without long-term commitment? Temporary positions can be a great way to fill in gaps between jobs or try out something new. From visualization designers to junior... View full entry
According to the upcoming July 2019 issue of NCARB by the Numbers, there are now over 115,000 licensed practitioners across the 55 U.S. jurisdictions. And with 5,000 individuals completing their final core licensure requirement in 2018 and almost 41,000 candidates actively working toward licensure, the architecture pipeline remains strong. — NCARB
Since 2018, the percentage of licensed architects in the U.S. has increased by 2%. NCARB has collected data from its 55 Member Boards in all 50 states, including the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the Northern Mariana Islands. Image courtesy of NCARB"The... View full entry
If you're already based in Los Angeles or San Francisco, or looking to relocate to either city for your next architecture job, last week's Employer of the Day featured firms all have active job openings in those cities that can help you kick off your employment search amid the hundreds of active... View full entry
The Louvre in Paris turned away thousands of tourists waiting in line to enter the museum yesterday after security staff staged a walkout. The employees are on strike to protest the museum’s handling of its exploding attendance, which exceeded 10 million people last year. This growth has resulted in “unprecedented deterioration in visiting conditions, and obviously working conditions,” according to the guards’ union. — Artnet
The beloved Louvre in Paris is one of the most visited museums in the world. With its iconic pyramid expansion designed by the late I.M. Pei it has become a must-see site. Just last year, the museum attracted 10.2 million visitors, a record-breaking attendance in the museum's history. Other... View full entry
Besides its amazing landscapes, Washington state is home to several architectural structures. From the iconic Space Needle, Gehry's Museum of Pop Culture, and the Seattle Public Library, the "Evergreen State" is a cornucopia of architecture and design. For this week's weekly job roundup, we... View full entry
From exploring new material technologies, to conducting detailed research, to working with different clients and typologies, last week's Employer of the Day firms — whether they're emerging or established — continuously strive to grow as a practice, and to create insightful projects that... View full entry
Following a sizable decrease in demand for design services in March, the April Architecture Billings Index (ABI) climbed back into positive territory according to a new report today from The American Institute of Architects (AIA).
AIA’s ABI score for April showed a small increase in design services at 50.5 in April, which is up from 47.8 [...] Despite this and the positive overall billings score, most regional and sector indicators continue to display decreasing demand for design services.
— AIA
"In contrast to 2018, conditions throughout the construction sector recently have become more unsettled," said AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, PhD, Hon. AIA. "Though we may not be at a critical inflection point, the next several months of billing data will be indicative of the health of the... View full entry
Based across the country, last week's Employer of the Day featured firms currently have job openings that are seeking well-rounded, design-savvy candidates — from interns to senior-level designers — to help elevate their practice to the next level. Our latest round-up starts with L.A.-based... View full entry
Continuing with our internship roundup, we've gathered 8 internship opportunities available across the country. From Seattle to Boulder, Houston to New Orleans, firms are seeking the right candidate to grow with their team through summer internships as well as full-time internship... View full entry
