Instagram for Architects

[@TheKingofdans]

wish this channel was available 6 years ago... I actually regret discovering you so late. First year architectural student, this guy is your guy. Listen to him, he has too much insight.

[@30by40]

so late? ...always a student my friend...always a student...

[@TheKingofdans]

30X40 Design Workshop that is true, I thank you for your channel.

[@komentor1993]

My advice to first years is to not continue architecture haha

[@TheKingofdans]

@@komentor1993 😂😂

[@erick-gmz]

"Smaller creators like me" man you've probably influenced me more than any other professor! I'm 20 and sometimes I still find it incredible to be so young and live in a time where we have people like you just tossing so much good quality information, techniques and stories for the world to use! Thank you for everything you do and I hope you know that you're helping many little parts of the world develop quality work and work philosophy, sometimes reserved for only developed nations..

[@epoch_ae2128]

You are the best architect youtuber ever and your content teaches me alot. And this is coming from a 13 yr old

[@30by40]

much respect my friend...keep after it...! -eric

[@epoch_ae2128]

30X40 Design Workshop when i go to highschool what classes should i take?

[@30by40]

every art class you possibly can fit...writing, speech/debate would be helpful to up your presentation skills, add in some calculus at some point, a little physics and you'll be set...good luck!

[@keshanidesilva1728]

From the beginning of 2017 I was following your channel..I'm a young architect graduated from Cuba and practising in Sri Lanka. Your information helped me alot to develop in my career this year and there is a huge progress in the way you do presentations..that inspires me alot.

[@30by40]

glad the vids are helping you and I so appreciate you noticing the change in quality...i set as a goal in early 2017 to make this channel a better experience...comments like this - which i really appreciate - help me to know I'm made the right choice...thanks for sticking with me...cheers...

[@BaronDeRothschild]

I must confess. I am not an architect but I have watched all of your videos. I actually use your content to help me design my future home. Thanks!

[@30by40]

thanks for checking in...great having you here...

[@30by40]

Want to do simple smartphone time-lapses on Instagram? Use this: amzn.to/2AGOUen

[@marcosleiro7721]

Thanks a lot! i'm 18years and i want to become an architect, this is my goal. Thank you for this advices/recommendations. Great video

[@30by40]

cheers my friend...so much to look forward to!

[@MirosPeace]

I love your work, I've been following you for a while, but actually, just a few week or two in insta, you're one of my inspiration. There's nothing like what you do in Spanish. Thank you for sharing,

[@30by40]

thank you my friend...white space for you to take on the Spanish-speaking market then!?

[@MirosPeace]

I kinda making it! I'm not as near as you, and I don't have your experience, but I do my best

[@ABB14-11]

I'm 22 and graduating soon. I'm so excited to start applying the ideas I'm getting from you. Thank you Soo Soo much!

[@kerryruosa5090]

just getting the chance to follow your videos and learn new things daily from you makes me grateful.i am a third year architecture student and i love your work.

[@zainabragab4545]

After I followed you last week, l followed all of your architecture following, help me a lot .. love it 🌼

[@30by40]

thank you my friend...glad to help...

[@thecowo6191]

very important topic. Thank you for sharing your tips. Instagram and social media in general is indeed a business opportunity.

[@30by40]

100% agree...glad to help!

[@davidkonevky7372]

The part I'm more excited about is the stories feature, it is essentially an tool to make grounded and fun behind the scenes, but it is also an opportunity to show a little bit of your personality and tell a story! (that's why they may be called stories lol)

[@iollankmurphy4496]

Thanks for this video! It's very informative and I loooove the editing. Not an architect myself, but an artist who's very interested in architecture and its aesthetics.

[@30by40]

kind words...many thanks...

[@akashkumardas8406]

It'been months ago since I had followed you . And seriously your work is inspirational 👍

[@30by40]

much respect...cheers...!

[@Ne028]

Wow, this was eye opening! When watching your videos I get reassured that I made the right choice to study architecture and I see the endless opportunities in my professional growth. From your videos the profession doesn't seem so black and gray as some teachers portray it to be.

[@explorer.01]

Felt relaxing to see that you're a metalhead.[ i am too]. You make really decent content. And yes, i noticed the horn at the end of the video. Ever felt that the current architecture/design field really lacks an extreme fantasy? The ones that we dream about. We, the introvert designers.

[@skoobydoooo]

You're an inspiration Eric. You've opened up numerous avenues to my day to day activities by showing how can we make the most out of the most subtle things we have. Cheers.

[@goodtrip14eua81]

Very inspiring. I’ve been hesitant about having a professional profile on Instagram and this video encouraged me to create my account as soon as possible. Thank you!!

[@30by40]

great to hear...i love instagram...

[@thirumasempiyan1788]

currently i m doing final year thesis projects this will helpful for future thank u man after completed a course

[@AlGangstaVlore]

We're living in the better era possible, where we all can be connected and ideas can be spread easily.

[@30by40]

so true...10 years ago none of this existed...it's kind of mind blowing...

[@cre8iveThings]

Thanks again, Eric. I just spent the better part of my morning staring at the instagram interface feeling old. This coming from someone who has grown up in and around social media and technology made it quite the gut check.

[@Upgradeyourlifetoday]

I stumbled on your videos a few weeks ago and I’ve been watching non stop since. These are amazing informative videos and I’m so glad I found them. Thanks so much

[@charmony_ml5724]

This guy literally covers everything. God’s work

[@sharonsturman9021]

Another great video - concise, informative and interesting! We (sole proprietor Architects) would love to see your thoughts on Project Management tools such as Trello, Notion, Redbooth, etc. You are helping me reform my thought process and management procedures - very exciting to watch someone who loves their work and life!!

[@anupamprasad9507]

Your posts are soooo relevant!!! Thanks a lot for giving your insight on this topic!!!

[@30by40]

glad it was helpful...

[@mastertanveer7332]

If anyone here want to become an architect so make sure to hit that like button 😀

[@30by40]

much respect. cheers my friend...

[@mastertanveer7332]

Thx and I wish😀 I will become like you one day😄 but for now I need to learn😟 am still 14 yrs old guy 😜

[@suuryakiranawaanapalli3585]

I really appreciate all the beneficial information shared by Eric sir. The professionalism with which he presents is simply amazing! May God bless you, sir.

[@godwin_njoroge]

Thank you so much for this video. You're changing lives just by doing what you love.

[@mohanadshamia752]

You are really making me love architecture more and more..

[@gabrielabrand434]

thank you, this video gave me the goosebumps about my work as a yonge lady architect

[@violanamiiro8352]

Thank you eric...you inspire me to upgrade my diploma in architecture to bachelors

[@kunarkgupta4311]

Your every video helps to learn a lot & not only learning, you help me to look over things in a new and interesting way , Thank you Sir . #30X40 ❤️

[@30by40]

you're most welcome my friend... hashtag strategy...love it...

[@souvikchakraborty5757]

Another business strategy 😃, just seen your videos on "business of architecture". Great stuffs. You are great, lots of love from India 👍

[@akorn80]

Great video and presentation, thank you.

[@indulameegoda]

This is so helpful video dear Sir! Thank you very much...!

[@Frank79811]

brilliant content. You video makes me realize internet can be very educational sometimes.

[@edgarmorales3634]

Eric thank you do much for this!! Very informative and helped me to finally open an account to keep me growing.. you have a new follower here

[@maymounamansour6910]

Cool 😍 thx for sharing your knowledge with us 💙🙆

[@30by40]

cheers my friend...

[@ar.devanshuyadav501]

Thank you sir for helping as in architecture

[@rushabhbagadi8719]

you're awesome. : ) you always give good advise n tips for architects. nowadays knowledge is the best currency and you share with us this is good. thank you

[@3elmdesignfurniturebydesig538]

thank you for this, i so need to concentrate on making my instagram feed more professional....

[@jay903ster]

Great tips to use! One thing I heard and kind of found about Business accounts. It seems like Instagram will hide your post a little from other people to force you to pay for sponsorship. Using tags won't help as much. Maybe switch to a Business once your following reaches a certain amount?

[@bhushan5175]

background score is just beautiful

[@TheCombatartist]

I wish I had this type of experience 30 years ago. Now, as a “boomer”, I can only view from afar. Your vids are professional, inspirational and engaging - a born teacher. #tonystencelartist recovering designer & former combat artist (long story)

[@aniksarder2156]

I always follow your channel, and it's a great help you're doing. thank you and GOD bless you brother!

[@EreneyMc]

This really opened my eyes

[@salehrobbins7349]

Hey, I would love to see a video on software you would recommend for floor plans and presenting a model? The more it can do, the better x)

[@30by40]

have you seen this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppPCqqBnnZyYe8k

[@salehrobbins7349]

30X40 Design Workshop Oh! Thank you x)

[@r.mercado9737]

Illuminating! I like it!

[@afimares]

@afimares I'm an architecture student and I love what you do with all this stuff and experience an that you share it to us, it's really helpful

[@srishtichoudhuri7842]

Really appreciate what you put out. THANKYOU very much. 😍 subscribed!!

[@austinopiyo472]

great advice,topic and video. thanks

[@rabtu]

Amazing video Eric, thanks!

[@jamesmason2206]

Cheers as always Eric. This Christmas break making a professional Instagram and website is at the top of my to-do list and your advice is super helpful! Do you think an account as a student is just as important as a working professional account? Interested in you view as the work we produce (as you would know) is all process and pure design. Have a lovely Christmas and can't wait to view all the content for the coming year!

[@30by40]

hi james...you can always convert your personal account to a professional one so not a lot of skin in either decision...the main benefits of the pro account are: it gives you access to analytics, opens the ability to do paid promotions, and the swipe up feature on stories (once you reach 10K followers) is nice. lots of value to be had there, but you can start a personal one and begin learning the ropes as a launching point. i didn't get into this in the video, but before i meet with someone i don't know (client, student, artist, another pro) i always check their insta feed. it's like a modern-day business card...the earlier you start cultivating your portfolio there (and btw, process photos are really interesting to a broad audience, not just future employers or biz contacts)...the farther ahead of your competition you'll be. becoming a practitioner is always a winning strategy. cheers + happy christmas to you!

[@jamesmason2206]

Cheers for the reply Eric. Really good points, I think this is going to be really important as I'll be finishing my part one and moving onto my part 2. Thanks for covering this topic Eric you really give great advice that just can't be found in other places very easily!

[@tessthemess3666]

Loved the video! I got inspired to follow you and a bunch of other architects and designers and it got me so excited! @tessalikesdesign , keep up the content! x

[@30by40]

thanks Tess...great insta feed...

[@kyledc4105]

This is so funny because I just followed your instagram the other day lol

[@30by40]

10-4...thanks for the follow...

[@Monsterpala]

as a consumer i never got into instagram since unlike pintrest it is somehow sorting strange and I have never invested time to figure out how it works. will give it another chance and check your links.thanks

[@30by40]

agree pinterest has the edge for searchability...i really do love pinterest...but so many of my clients are on insta it's impossible to ignore...and, the opportunity to reach them is huge right now...lots of underpriced attention there...

[@sketchcouk]

Thank you, I've just rebuilt my Instagram. After etching that video.

[@omanuelsa]

Thank you so much for this video!

[@MrAtomicPhotography]

Hi. Even though I am not an architect, I watched two of your videos and was hooked. May I ask what font do you use in your videos? Thanks in advance, and best wishes.

[@mizraeable]

Ahh! I'm so glad you came out with this video! I've been a huge fan and follower on your insta, youtube and your books! -- I'm @raemell.

[@30by40]

hi raemell...yes, of course...fantastic insta feed...wow...looking forward to keeping up with your travels... cheers...

[@mizraeable]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@Larsbor]

another great one.. I was thinking what made you choose youtube over vimeo? ((just hit into vimeo myself “as a consumer” carto uses that.) and I found out it is possible to save the videoes for the gym where they dont stream internet, really miss that from youtube)

[@30by40]

decision to use YT was pretty easy: youtube is the second largest search engine (behind google which owns YT)...that's the big one...I love vimeo + esp. the quality, but the content isn't discoverable. so, it's just much easier to build an audience and following on YT... i think if you sub to YT RED you can download for offline viewing.

[@soupornomukherjee1985]

Thanks for the insight :)

[@30by40]

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[@sanketsarvaiya9705]

Thanks man

[@arezoufarshi7296]

I wanna learn the way of drawing building details in the UK like BEAM AND BLOCK FLOOR and etc. Which book and dwg details I need to download or buy?

[@kebz6224]

very inspiring. keep up the good work

[@30by40]

appreciate it my friend...cheers...

[@kebz6224]

my business account on insta is kerubo_architect

[@lueqmanmasduki6028]

Mr.Eric, I will start my bachelor's degree in architecture at the next year february. Do you have any advice for what to prepare and anything to revise from highschool? I'm excited and nervous right now because since I was 13 I want to be an architect 😣

[@30by40]

You're entering a really exciting time in your life...i'm envious! you might check the viewer question playlist as this topic has been covered in a few different ways: kzbin.info/aero/PLuJj3iQpiK3sAAqAdN866op8vJcgXlZNu and more specifically here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5y9p5qff6yao7c (toward the end of the video)...enjoy!

[@minaalhadeethi1665]

You’re great... thanks

[@kishoreysn7801]

Thx man for the info

[@30by40]

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[@r_obin]

Hello, I am a French student in architecture and I would like to know if you had any advice to find the inspiration that you use yourself, if reading books of architecture help and if so if you had some book to advise me . Continue like that I love your videos

[@30by40]

have you seen this one? it's a bit older so the editing style is different, but the ideas are there: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHaWqXScjMlob6s

[@r_obin]

30X40 Design Workshop thanks you very much for tour answer :)

[@acdc696999]

Hi, i'm curious on your viewpoint as an architect. Would you pay a big architecture page for promoting/sharing on of your projects with their worldwide audience? Or do you think it is not that interesting for and architect, because most of them only work in a relatively local area.

[@TheSamirG]

Sir, I have been watching your videos for a while and your presentation are very neat. Just want to ask, if you use any kind of software to create these template? Thanks

[@samuelemontesion2526]

Hey man i have a question for you , why you don’t use AUTOCAD ARCHITECTURE?

[@cgmejia7]

As a student or someone who has recently graduated, do you still recommend having separate accounts? A personal one and one where I can showcase my student work/process and even some professional work.

[@michaelgervais2901]

Great channel, new subscriber here. Very good information. I recently relocated from a very urban setting, back home to a much more rural area... much smaller population. As the only licensed architect in this specific area in finding myself more opportunities in my professional development. A professional Instagram account doesn't seem necessary in this situation at first glance, but i think i should attempt it just to present myself as more professional. In a small populated area, my Facebook friends consist of old classmates, family, friends, clients, pretty much everybody. My Facebook runs the gamut of cat photos, political gripes, silly daily things... just EVERYTHING! I'd be interested in suggestions you might provide for me to transition from local non-serious guy to a more professional representation of our profession...and how 'local yokels' might be interested in following?

[@30by40]

Welcome to the channel...glad to have you here...you're in luck, I just made a video on this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZfEdIFmYreehpI I've had some amazing leads that converted into real projects directly from my Instagram...lots of advice in that video you can put into practice...

[@lifeinastana2282]

Thank you!

[@dazai3874]

Ok so im a student in architecture university in greece now and for my experience so far people that use instagram 80% of the time is crap.. i myself dont have an account but most of the people that im surrounded with do have and its what it says to be, a social media app nothing more. I can say that u get profit from it if you are a photographer or perhaps anyone that NEEDS that selling point because is the place that they will see it and its wellknown, but you have to think about the thing that i call ''respect aspect''. As i said 80% its bs the people, the way they use photos and the app like you dont have to become like this and get involve to that level of mainstream. Architects see the world differently, its there talent its the way that makes them special why become part of something all can do. There are tons of infomation on the internet on books events etc. to find knowledge, appreciation and talent. You can say that we are evolving to a new way of communication and advertisment but i hate to become part of this mainstream. Think about the movie The Fountainhead thats the best example of someone that noone wanted to succeed but did it and the way his mindset was its ,personally, one of the best ways an architect can think of.

[@Ajey_Netha]

Iam ur New Subscriber..... 😍😎

[@mastertanveer7332]

Nice

[@30by40]

+1

[@elizabethshipulwa9654]

what is your advice for using the reveat and 3D max app i am a new architectural student

[@30by40]

...topic suggestion noted...

[@muhammadroohallah2830]

thats informative

[@greenlight4375]

But how am I going to get attention on instagram? Talking about the followers

[@PeteCollingsArchitect]

@cleanpete about to launch a new venture in early 2018. stay tuned....

[@mukeshsardhara8413]

Good

[@vxnayk]

chris hau

[@lluvia3thkpsp]

👌🏿

[@sloanspringer4022]

Phenomenal video, as always! Very much enjoy what you’re doing, all around, keep up the great work! @springerarchitecture

[@30by40]

cheers mate...some great images on your feed...!

[@elissarosin1610]

I found this incredibly helpful. Mine is only personal for now, but this gave me some food for thought. This is the only social media I am using right now. I usually don't but I have a newborn and lots of time to sit while nursing and wanted to stay connected with the outside world while doing so during this intensive time. When first using it I realized it is very different from the other social platforms. There seemed to be some sort of etiquette, but I don't think I am following the mold. I was looking that up when your timely video appeared. That is what I like about social media how people can use it as a tool and customize it for themselves. @elissarosin

[@litoboy5]

cool

[@Sendboi]

@Colford_architecture I'm a architecture student. Shameless plug

[@YusufOnder]

This was great thank you... catch me on my instastories 🤪🤪🤪 ARTITECTURE or YT channel 🙏

[@Grozdor]

*Instant follow all of the accounts*

[@30by40]

much respect. cheers my friend...

[@NazarNarmamedov]

Nice videos, I think video about pinterest would be more useful👍

[@30by40]

love pinterest for sure...but, my clients are all on instagram... what's been your experience, have you been getting clients from pinterest?

[@RO-nh2fv]

@roham_X_mahor , Thanks a lot Eric

[@decisivebeing9727]

Hello there

[@30by40]

hey there...thanks for checking in first...appreciate it!

[@AnnaAsuncion]

Hey, watched this video as I just started creating an Instagram account for my upcoming studio: instagram.com/lumitecture. Thanks for all the tips on how to curate your feed and who to follow. will be watching and learning more from you.

[@TRiToNDREyJA]

@tritonn204 on IG As a recently graduated 18 year old kind of floating around, finding this channel was one of the things that recently reignited my former dead dream of becoming an architect. I really look forward to discovering what I can do in the future given how many metaskills I've already honed on my free time Keep up the good work 30x40, there's no telling how many people you've inspired I'm sure

[@tomstopper5281]

Norman Foster in nearly 90, he doesn’t know how to use Instagram... lol. Must be curated by his PR team.

[@johnmichaelcanero2210]

Thanks a lot about the video and your tips from your work! I'm just wondering how you manage your time well in your field. I mean how do you work deeply and be focused in your passion amidst in the distracted world and full of social media we are living. Does it affect your work since you answer frequently your emails every day and post photos in Instagram? I agree there is a positive side or effects on using the network tool, yet does it affect the beauty of your work every time you have projects and specifically, which is cannot be argued, your precious time? (I'm an 18 year old who also wanted myself to be an architect like you. Thanks for the inspiration.) @johncanero

[@30by40]

you've described the problem precisely...wonder if you've seen this video of mine yet: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pH24hmmtmKZmp6c that describes how i compartmentalize my day between making (in the morning) and managing (in the afternoon). i had to dial back all my social media in the past few weeks to step back and be with family...it was so enjoyable, and now i feel like i have to rediscover my discipline again! It's a constant battle...just be intentional, that's my advice.

[@diegomerino2986]

I am a peruvian student of civil engineering but I am passionate about architecture. I just discovered your KZbin channel and immediately look for it on Instagram. It's amazing, like in less than a year, you've gained so many followers. Great video. Follow me on Instagram as diegomerinolara.