A Day in the Life of an Architect | Architecture vlog

Follow a typical day in the life of an architect. Part architecture vlog, part behind-the-scenes look at some of the tasks architects work on each day: from designing a set of elevations to managing projects in construction, to writing specifications, to managing an office, and how to deal with the inevitable creative blocks creatives face on a daily basis.
I intentionally structure my day to be divided between making in the morning and managing in the afternoons, with a mid-day transition break for exercise. Learn why this works for me and follow along as I work through some of the most common struggles an architect faces in daily professional practice.
For aspiring architects, architecture students, and those curious about exactly what it is that architects do each day.
In future vlogs I hope to be able to show more of the construction coordination and dialogue that happens outside of the studio as this is where so many decisions are made.
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[@30by40]

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[@george1979]

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[@30by40]

Link is fixed now thanks for letting me know...cheers...

[@uniclone]

Sad thing these days young architects jumping straight into digital realm, forgoing sketching. Trying to think out of the box while using the box to do thinking. I know that's old talk, but well... Keep at it! Hope this will aspire more budding architects.

[@WKD_VULX]

30X40 Design Workshop what company do you work for? I am a high school student and I am wanting to look for companies I want to do my internship at. And is it in the us and what state is it in. Plz can you give me some advice for high school and college to be a successful student and a successful architect.

[@brandonlewis6428]

Am just 16 an I have dreams of becoming and architect can we chat

[@clye7788]

when you mention the cat before your own sons

[@vicalas9183]

the cat is more important lol

[@matcharatcha8016]

The only thing that I noticed in this vlog HAHAHAHA

[@avia3.44]

Omg yoo I said the same thing!!🤣🤣

[@Alfinanh]

Vicalas dont judge

[@MikoPellas]

Coz priorities obviously

[@natalia_torre.s]

Me: is shitty at math and drawing. Also me: **dreams to be an architect**

[@mvp5332]

You don't NEED to be good at drawing. Most plans are done on the computer. Proficiency in artistic drawing is just an extra that can make you have higher marks in artistic classes at university, but there are very few of those. Regardless, it is always good to study artistic shadows etc for renders, as you will need to make them. Even if the computer does rendering for you, it still needs a human eye to correct/personalize details. But there is a difference with knowing how to draw and how to color. Because of time, you will mostly hand in digital drawings to your client too. For math difficulty you can ask what subjects will the course cover and fully learn them in your holidays/prior taking the course (to take the time you need to understand them). Ps: you can always improve in any area you want if you put the time and effort into it!

[@jessyreichelt9454]

M Vp totales right. There are a lot of students which are Bad at drawing.

[@blaaaah293]

Me too shitty at math and I am an architect student😂🤣

[@youradopted6616]

I'm good at drawing but not so good in maths 😂👌

[@admirald.rifter1819]

Some unis accept you even if you don't have maths

[@elias1986]

I am a 15 year old student who is interested in the engineering and architecture field. Thanks you so much for producing this amazing video, giving me a look inside your job and letting me be able to see what you do, i appreciate it.

[@abiahomukhango]

Eli M same also 15 only i cant choose between law and architecture

[@petraseletkovic6316]

Im also 15 and in autumn im startnig my first touch with architecture im so excidet

[@juliangonzalez8091]

petra 353 I'm also 15 and I wanna be am architect lmao

[@User-mo3yv]

So I Guess All Of Us Are 15 And Want To Be An Architect

[@naeemabed9126]

Eli M 15 too would like to be an architect.

[@__lamariana__]

Im 15 and i play sims 4 a LOT and i started to love building and i was like "i wanna do this in real life" and here i am :)

[@osamausuf]

That's me!!!!

[@x3ernard]

Oh boy you're in for a wild ride

[@CarlaSilva-iy4xk]

That was me as well , when people ask me “why do u want to do architecture?” Me: “It all started with sims 4” Them: *not sure whether to take me seriously or not*

[@CarlaSilva-iy4xk]

Bernardo Parmigiani 5 I’ve chosen to do architecture in university (I start September), What would u say I have to prepare myself for ?

[@jeyte3912]

Michael 🥺

[@timng_]

Yes that's what we need architecture vlogs, hopefully the arch community on youtube will grow from this

[@30by40]

appreciate that my friend...thanks for watching...

[@misdede1959]

Yh I loved it too.. there's another good channel on youtube called ( surviving architecture) .. check it out

[@yassinerabitateddine7190]

You have right mate

[@wasdnty]

yes totally agree! :) I am just starting my own series called "what architecture school does not teach you'. Its a collection of lessons, insights and stories from my own (architecture) life! Feel free to check it out, subscribe, like or comment! :)

[@wasdnty]

@@misdede1959 haha sounds like something that is desperately needed! :D I am just starting my own series called "what architecture school does not teach you'. Its a collection of lessons, insights and stories from my own (architecture) life! Feel free to check it out, subscribe, like or comment! :)

[@vizhadolie7550]

I was born just today and I really wanna become an arkitecture .. thanks you so much for this post

[@PrototypeFTW]

I was born an hour ago and I already graduated college.

[@emileeeeeee]

I'm a foetus and my dream is to be an architect

[@roto9991]

I died when i was 5

[@iisunnyxvibes5791]

LMAO THESE COMMENTS 💀😭

[@lebz752]

I’m gonna be born in a week and I really wanna become an architect

[@Taaaah2010]

i’m on my second year of architecture and this video was extremely motivational yet intimidating at the same time. even though i know i’m only 18 and i still have an extremely long path ahead of me, the fear of not being able to get to this level always haunts me. i have the feeling there’s so much i don’t know (in terms of structures, softwares, technical details, materials etc) and i’m always afraid i won’t learn it all “in time” or whatever. but this very same intimidation i feel is what keeps me going. i really want to become the best architect i could possibly be and your channel has been an amazing motivation. thank you so much for the content and hugs from Brazil.

[@CarlosAragon23]

Any field that requires skill feels that way im 21 and was very intimidated about plumbing and not knowing exactly what to do. The more you do new things and get familiar the more comfortable you get. Then you get so comfortable that its second nature

[@gachaemily]

If you have the motivation to learn I’m sure you’ll do great. I wish you luck 🙌

[@CristianRodriguez-fb1qz]

its been 3 years now !! How much have you learned ??

[@deadpoet_]

I have been feeling the same lately and I keep thinking I wont make it but your comment made me realise that their are many people who go through the same thing, and now your comment is made me feel motivated and that I can make it through Thank you Btw it's been 4 years since this video was released and I hope your dream of becoming an architect is accomplished

[@gunbacker9428]

@@CristianRodriguez-fb1qz they dead.

[@yukira_karishima]

This life seems sort of laid back even though i know it’ll get pretty stressful sometimes, but this seems like the life I imagined for myself. Thank you for being an inspiration to begin something in my life while young

[@alexxin7081]

Hi Eric, I’m italian and I’m in the first year of architecture. You convinced me to make this decision, this important decision. You are what i want to be in 10 or 15 years. Your life, your way of thinking are what inspire me. Good look for everything!

[@Panos__P]

Alex Xin Ciao Alex! una domanda per favore. Tu sai quanto e le tuttion fee per studiare in italia per la arcitettura. Adesso sono in cercare per la meglio bachelor e sono un'po...😐

[@berkozturk3446]

@@Panos__P 2000euro all anno, more or less

[@aycee6603]

Hi I’m a 9th grader and my dream is to become a architect but I’m the worst at sketching or drawing and that makes think I’m not cut out to become a architect. Could you do a video where you tell us what it takes to become a architect or something?

[@Svendar]

Cantrelatesister if you want to specialize in classical architecture, it’s required to be good at drawing, but if you want to do modern architecture, drawing tringles, squares and rectangles will do the job.

[@MyCookielittleCat]

Well also it is important to draw but in the course of studying architecture most of the time you ALSO get to develop the drawing skill, maybe from REALLY basic to moderate or moderate to excellent, it's all practice, you can also have the gift of already being good at it but also by practicing and really trying is great, if you don't really want to do it you might find it too boring or annoying, but don't get discouraged just because you're not a pro already! Also may I suggest civil engineer? If you like calculus and numbers it's kind of in the field of house/building making

[@masterreach97]

Just take drawing classes. It’s easier than t looks once you understand the foundational concepts you’ll realize your dreams. I am also on your path, I haven’t gotten accepted into my dream school but hope to do so by improving my art skills. Goodluck! And pray to god we realize our dreams ♥️

[@bucurflorin3328]

Svendar i can tell you are not an architecture student or an architect, just by your answer. Specialize in classical architecture ? Do not give people bad advice if you dont know what you are talking.You take drawing lessons, that’s it. I started mine when i was in 11th grade. If you work really hard, 2 years its enough to learn the basics and get you into the school you want. You will then learn everything you need regarding designing a home in the next 6 years of school. Oh and, things like drawing and understanding perspective are critical if you want to be a good architect. Trust me, drawing rectangles and triangles will not “do the job”.

[@MyAura]

You dont need to draw like Da Vinci to become an architect. As long as you know how to draw perspectives and scale of objects, youll be fine. Also, theres computer softwares such as SketchUp, AutoCAD, Revit, 3ds max, rhino etc. To help you with modeling and drawing.

[@ShowItBetter]

Awesome vlog Eric!!! I have question: During the whole design and construction process do you work by yourself? Or do you have remote assistants of some sort?

[@30by40]

thanks my friend...currently i'm a team of one (on the architecture side), but of course there are other collaborators, i have engineers, surveyors, landscape, electrical and contractors that all contribute to making the work possible... not sure how much longer that will be sustainable as even just producing these vids is pretty time-consuming (as you know!)

[@ShowItBetter]

Wow!! I can only imagine!!! Top notch videos and on top of that full architectural projects, kudos to you! I strive one day to get your level of expertise and discipline, congrats on another great video!

[@LJLancaster]

Might be time to do what Karin Bohn (another awesome youtuber / creative) has done. Look at her channel for a bit of inspiration of whats possible when you bring in another set of hands. As always Eric, an amazing video 😁

[@RyawnProdu]

damn literally found out about her like a month ago! Between her and Eric you get a ton load of useful information

[@1900kiki]

Just amazing! Keep going!

[@jeffreyhuggins950]

i am only fourteen and i always draw houses and buildings after i use cardboard to make a structure of it and i love doing it all the time and i want to become an architect

[@Nina-856]

I used to do it with paper when I was kid. It was not a stable structure lol.

[@jalilaayeva2439]

Sleep while you can kid.... lmao i'm 17 and i just started architecture school and it's currently 3:08 am and here i am drawing a plan due tomorrow...😂😂

[@mariaasdiary]

@@jalilaayeva2439 do you ever regret getting into architecture or was it worth it ?

[@cristhianrendon2504]

@@jalilaayeva2439 was it worth it?

[@nangselbhuti6828]

@@jalilaayeva2439 I can't sleep- so that's why

[@Ace-bh8lm]

Where does all the math come into play. I was always told it’s very math heavy.

[@Hazzatruck]

It is not

[@ok6496]

You have to measure the length of the building that's the math and see if it makes sense

[@BeauJoeBaggins]

Theorx it’s actually not very math heavy. Just your basic algebra. Engineers on the other hand handle all the math problems.

[@jona899]

It isn't, but for some reason universities still want you to be good at math, so you'll need to do a lot of math in high school. Once you make it into the study you won't really use it. That's how it works at my university at least.

[@ZephyrhillsSS]

Depends on the program. The school I am looking at requires college algebra, physics, calculus, and geometry.

[@atari...]

5:32 soooo satisfying!

[@프락치-s6t]

I’m a Koreans architect engineer and I wanna get into my english listening skill. Fortunately I found your youtube. Here is some great expectations for me.

[@space_gal834]

How’s architecture going 🥰

[@sarahdippity]

13:10 - That's a good book! I have the same. Love your "architecture vlog"! Hope you'll do more. :)

[@ithilweenshadowsong8151]

I was waiting anxiously for this one, this is pure gold. Awesome video!! (I think I'm not the only one who's gonna say "we want more of this")

[@30by40]

appreciate the feedback my friend...so nice to hear...cheers...

[@30by40]

noted!

[@leahhuang8093]

Who else wants to be an architect because you think you are good at designing houses in minecraft?

[@grizzly8356]

Oh my lord! 😂

[@TN3DStudio]

Awesome video and very informative as always. It's always great to get insight into someone else creative process. A walk in the snow looks really fun.

[@Lara-sr7jr]

I'm 17 and starting uni in october to become an architect🙈😍

[@Roastpeef]

Hey.im 18 and im starting uni in September. Im trying to search up materials that could help me improve my sketching an have a more open mind. I wish you all the best from wherever you are💕. ☺

[@will9678]

Yo I'm 17 and am interested in the engineering and architect

[@alexballantine3973]

sameee

[@rabbytca]

@Oddwolf799 lop Which is great if you want to be a mechanic. I had 2 when I was 17 also, a toyota corolla and a datsun B210. I never put either on the road but sold the Toyota for 2.5 times what I paid for it after the muffler rusted off and gave the other to my younger brother for $100. You had to leave the block heater plugged in during summer and push start it down the lane, max compression 75 psi and no idle.

[@alexv5581]

Enjoy the journey and remember to work hard. Good luck!

[@hibahn9274]

Feel like there’s a lot of 15 year olds here . I am one of them and this has help me to choose what I want to study

[@Dragon_prince90]

That is really good mate . May I ask how you came to that conclusion ? Currently I want to figure out what I would like to do with my life but I don't know how to decide on what to do .

[@duckduckgoose526]

@@Dragon_prince90 You really have to think about something that you would enjoy doing for most of your life. Wether its helping people or designing clothes thats on what you find appealing. However your opinions and thoughts do change throughout the year so check up on what you want to do often

[@shoe6508]

I’m a current high school student thinking about a future job in this career. It was interesting learning what someone who has this job does and makes me even more interested in pursuing this career. Thanks for making this video and giving an insight on what a day would be like.

[@Garadice33]

Your life mirrors my own except you are a much better and more thorough architect. I work from my home that I designed in 2003 and built over a period of a couple of years. Moved in in 2006. I work mainly on residential projects in a rural area. I like to get out to. mostly on the bike. Great vid. I especially relate to the hassle and distraction of emails, texts, etc. We need solitude and quite to create and that can also isolate us. You are definitely not alone. Another great video that has inspired me greatly. 👍

[@30by40]

appreciate that my friend...we're on similar tracks...cheers...!

[@andrewlynch5620]

Patrick Daly I’ve taken to checking emails once an hour and replying once a day. Two monitors lends itself to having email open all day - doesn’t work for me anymore

[@Helloomadison]

Love this video. I've been at an impasse over the last 2 years. Struggling to decide if I should pursue an architecture career for myself. I know on a deep down level that it would be a great fit for me and I believe I have all of the personality traits and the work ethic necessary to be good at it, but I've had so many people discourage me from it. I've also done some research and found that it can be a very hard field to break in to. And I've heard first hand stories of people regretting going to school for it. But my heart is still telling me to give it a try. The logical side of my brain thinks it's most likely a huge risk. Anyway, sorry to be that weird anonymous person that spills there guts on the internet to strangers, but just wanted to thank you for making these videos, they're great insight and might help me along in the process of deciding what to do. Geez life choices. Lol

[@jayc5332]

Madison D how’d it go???

[@Capo_jc21]

Don’t get discouraged by what anybody says I’m studying to become an architect from home with 2 kids . Cut the ppl off and focus

[@honeysponge1018]

did u regret it

[@bottegaarchitecture7826]

Glad to see zero thumbs down on this one! Very nice story telling and I glad you remind us it's OK to break and change the pace of your day. Often this cannot be achieved working for someone else, but is still so crucial, especially during the creative process [or should I say, a partial block during the creative process]. I look forward to your vlog's, thanks for the dedication and hopefully to help demystify us Architect's to the world a little more with each video.

[@30by40]

appreciate your support my friend...thanks...!

[@peyton4936]

yeesh. I just wrapped up my first year of architecture school and i’m pretty discouraged. I love architecture, and creating, and architecture as an art form. But man this year was so so rough. I didn’t even get to go on campus because of covid, and I just learned everything from my laptop in my room at home. I came here looking to see what the future could potentially hold, some outside motivation that could drive me to continue doing this. As of right now I am BEYOD discouraged and burnt out from the overwhelming amount of stress and expectations of my professors. I so enjoy the idea of this field and creating spaces for people... but I’m just not sure if I can handle mentally. On the bright side I have learned so much about time management and responsibilities, so I am happy I have that. However that doesn’t change the fact that I was just up for 36 hours straight trying to finish my final project, and then still not being satisfied with my work at the end. I feel like total shit. I’m going to take a week or so to calm down and decompress before making any decisions about the future. But if I do chooses to stay, I really hope it gets better. edit: (i’m not trying to discourage anyone from going into this field, i just needed to get that off my chest, and everyone’s experience is different! you won’t know how you feel until you try:))

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

Another great opportunity to sit beside a thoughtful professional and be exposed to another's elemental process. Thanks as always Eric.

[@30by40]

thanks...really appreciate the encouraging words...!

[@nuwan86]

This came at a perfect time when I’m in the process of designing our first home! It’s a rainy Sunday morning in Auckland, New Zealand perfect for watching vlogs, reading books. How you live should be a major contributor of your design as well as consideration for your site and views and movement. Keep doing what you do 👌🏽

[@alexballantine3973]

I’m 17, looking to studying architecture next year. i’d love to do what you’re doing someday. thanks for this video

[@tonicainniss2909]

I am a 19 year old teaching myself to become an architect. I started at 17 years old.

[@jackryland3074]

I really like how you balance your work with non-work related things for your creative process

[@l76rd97]

I’m 14, I would like to got to medical school and become a consultant. I need to work my butt off, this would be my second choice of a job, that being, if I do well in school.

[@rishikeshmhalaskar5969]

I have got a question for you sir.....that Why do architects do an interior too? Because there are some interior designers like me to do.... Then why?

[@Zemiaza]

I have no idea what I want in life I love art and I’ve always been interested in architecture ever since I had to do a paper on the Romans architecture I really hope I start getting an idea of what I want to work towards, thank you so much! I think this will be some thing I may want to do!

[@Ado_2006]

I'm probably late for this, but I suggest you make a list of careers that interest you, and then list the pros and cons to each career, that way you can get an idea of which you prefer.

[@TheGamingGrape17]

Im 5 and want to be an architect thanks for producing this video!

[@vlone_thug171]

Aethuri same I’m only 5 months and this video is inspiration

[@lillieeeqw8047]

Stëëz I’m 5 days old. This is my dream

[@emiify2726]

im 5 milliseconds old and im so inspired!!!

[@vlone_thug171]

Lillieee Qw emiify i am just still a sperm cell and I have Been inspired

[@lilithdaughter8037]

2 years ago I watched this vid And Now Am a student In Design&Architecture college

[@Dragon_prince90]

Would it be ok if I were to ask questions about your field ?

[@earthworrmJim]

I'm on my first year of architecture school, your videos are just greatly inspiring and I enjoy watching them a lot, keep it up

[@tessamae4477]

I went to an academic "archi - school", and bhoy, nobody draws like you in there!!! We all do it with simple lines, in black, blues, and reds! You have a "strange" way of expressing the language , dear!

[@tr3363]

Awesome idea I love watching this type of videos and I enjoy architectural content as well, I wanted to be an architect when I was younger I really enjoyed designing houses and sketching just for fun but I thought that it will not make me enough money for living so I didn't continue and started programming later on I started logo design and now I am trying to get my work on Behance and all social media and I want to start working on clients work but I think it takes time. I still do enjoy your videos a lot keep up ;)

[@nag8649]

What did you decide to do instead? And do you regret not following your passion?

[@RebelEngel]

Hi, I love to draw & love to see architecture. Not sure if I have enough unique ideas to make something that stands out. Also, how did you figure out you wanted to do architecture? Great video, I appreciate the clarity & I’m honestly surprised that you mentioned how you have perfectionism. I resonated with feeling stuck and needing to take a break… (with any creative project) guess I’m not the only one. I have trouble with getting started… it was interesting to hear that you scheduled time to do something non architecture related.

[@elixir2865]

As stupid as it may sounds, I actually developed an interest in building from the Roblox game Bloxburg. Now I'm fully dedicated to studying architecture

[@nangselbhuti6828]

I have no robux-

[@fairo4914]

damn, same.

[@akizaizayoi4763]

When I wanted to take a course in architecture. But my mom doesn't want to because of the reason that I'm not good at drawing. :( Currently a Computer Science student. I'm kinda enjoying it except that it's pretty boring for me. I wanna design and make aesthetically beautiful stuffs. Not codes. Someday, I will take a course in architecture while I'm working.

[@olajideomolayo9314]

Great Vlog; just watched it on my lunch break at work. Thanks for the insight

[@30by40]

appreciate your support my friend...

[@rumi7560]

I‘m a Civil Engineering student and I am thinking of switching to architecture but I don’t know. I am really unsure if I could do it because I feel like I am not creative or talented enough 🙄 but becoming an architect was my dream for so many years is there anyone who could give me a advice

[@oskarma80]

The first thing you have to do is trust in yourself. If you don't want to feel frustrated later let your fears apart and go for your dream. ;)

[@archchina4705]

Ooh my God!! I'm running out of words. Erick, this is a top top notch Vlog from you. I really liked it. Content organization & quality, they all show how hardworking you are on making these videos and a future that is waiting for you. Thank you so much for sharing it with us. May God open doors for you and to all of us that are trying to imitate and learn from your content. Peace ✌️

[@ramcontracting]

Sun is happy.... Moon is angry... Why...? bcoz, Moon is missing u & Sun is wishing u a special good morning

[@maram5102]

Whoever did dislike this definitely got a problem 😤 Thank you so much for your words n advice they were what I really need I’ll point again to the amazing amazing editing wow briefly detailed work

[@OmidMahdawi-pg6wg]

Hi ❤, It's Omid and really loved what you did. It seems amazing to me. Actually, I got two scholarships, one in computer science and another in architecture. I really don't know which one to start, that's why heading here and there to find out which one may best fit me. From early days I have been a great fun of design and creativity. If there is something that you can tell me, please share it. I do really need it to come up with a solution to my dilemma. Best❤

[@Zoot1343]

Excellent stuff, thx. In the old days, before the digital life, I would often put my phone in the fridge and put on the headphones before starting the design process. Cheers, Adam.

[@30by40]

awesome...what a great image i have of that now...

[@wasdnty]

hahaha nice!

[@d7oomyhabib79]

That’s my dream major 😭😭😍 my English is sucks I’m trying the best to hit the IELTS exams 😫 it’s hard fkn exam.

[@gachaemily]

This video was calming but also stressful for a 15 year old wanting to take on engineering or architecture. I am good at maths and drawing but I feel I’d struggle for time management. How do you find time to do little tasks you set yourself without becoming distracted or not doing anything? I love the life he lives and I strive to become as advanced as he is and have as much motivation as him. Thank you for this inspirational video! 🙌

[@30by40]

Best advice I have is to not compare yourself to a professional with 26 years in practice. I have many years of school (5 yrs) + training (5 years of internship) and then passing licensing exams and years studying under others until I opened the practice you see in the video. This only comes from investing the time to learn, practice, and fail; repeatedly. Don't let the challenge of it deter you, instead let the possibility of it inspire you to action. Good luck!

[@SilverHouseHD]

this was so relaxing to watch! Beautiful projects too!

[@MoonWati]

I am 11 year old and i want to be architecture.

[@roaringgalaxy2814]

Lol same

[@hephaestus511]

You’ll have to learn English fundamentals first.

[@roaringgalaxy2814]

@@hephaestus511 youre not funny

[@pavlomi-architect2429]

I found that most of your design process is by using hand sketching. But what do you thing about digital sketching, did you try it and if yes what do you think about it? And thanks a lot for the great video! Learned smth new from that :)

[@tofferooni4972]

I, John, have a dream. I want to be a Archi-tech!

[@itslolaxo]

ACHEIVE YOUR DREAM JOHN, ACHEIVE YOUR DREAM

[@clays1507]

Great video! I love...”I want this to look good...now!”... I can relate. Also walk a few miles a morning too! 57 year old architect up in Boston with my own gig! I hear ya!

[@saadshahid9179]

Thank you so much. I’m a 14 year old student who is interested in the architectural field and this video about how you do everything is great.

[@berkozturk3446]

i am an architect, junior architect. And I recommend you to choose something more relaxed. architecture is though, you will do crazy working hours, and be underpaid. I graduated from Venice,italy and now i am working in rotterdam. I am not some random guy, I have had experiences!

[@mariaasdiary]

@@berkozturk3446 do you ever regret getting into architecture or was it worth it :) ?

[@Jacky-dc6oo]

This is what a architect vlog i want to see. It is amazing thanks

[@Timmothi]

I've learned so much in such a short amount of time! Keep going nice to watch! And your sketches an your final plans look perfect!!

[@Studboi779]

This is definitely a job I would love to do when I’m older

[@DESIGNPEPO]

Gracias, eres mi inspiración.

[@30by40]

kind words my friend...many thanks...

[@r011ing_thunder6]

Translation: thanks, you are my inspiration

[@ΔοσίθεοςΤρνηνητς]

How much a day do you work?

[@NathanCole-mw3lu]

Noficatin squad

[@30by40]

in the (long)house... cheers!

[@zzilion]

i do realize this is from 5 years ago ago but HI!!! i really enjoyed this ❤

[@laurae.9744]

I love your videos 😭 they're so beneficial!! I'm inspired to be like u 🙏🏻

[@Just4Growers]

Oh my goodness, kudos on this video! This is so well presented and produced. Thank you for the inspiration. Absolutely awesome.

[@ΔοσίθεοςΤρνηνητς]

I am 13 🤘🤘😂 and i made skach of my dream home. How can i let you see that picture? "sry for my english i am from Serbia :/"

[@woozihae]

Oh, my. Now I'm interested to see that lol. You got me curious dang it 😂

[@ΔοσίθεοςΤρνηνητς]

@@woozihae 😂😂

[@nbtstan3198]

Damn, I'm 13 years old too and I'm hooked to this stuff 😂

[@dariso06]

sta ima

[@ΔοσίθεοςΤρνηνητς]

@@dariso06 evo ništa u krevetu sam po ceo dan -_____- *OVO NIJE TREBALO DA BUDE NA JUTJUBU* 😂😂😂😂😂

[@b3ce143]

thanks for this 🎉 i literally am doing my elevation drawing as i'm watching this

[@jawadalishah2075]

Great

[@30by40]

cheers my friend...

[@jawadalishah2075]

30X40 Design Workshop will be your super fan someday. Lol

[@forarchitecturemarvel.]

A day without watching your content is not a day for me.

[@30by40]

Cheers... appreciate you!

[@duaarrietty]

I am a 13 years old student who is really interested in drawing and houses and designing, i hope i can study enginering in the future and be a succeful architect, thank you for this video💟

[@kaliisanrio]

same here, i believe in you!

[@duaarrietty]

@@kaliisanrio thank youu!!🎀🌷

[@kaliisanrio]

@@duaarrietty ofcc

[@CodingPhase]

thank you for this video my dream was to become an architect now I'm a software engineer but still respect this career

[@AndjaDanja]

In my country architects can't get a job, and if they do, it is miserably paid... And I wan't to do that so bad..

[@davidgalindo8876]

Andjelija V X where you live at?

[@TheHomeDesignMentor]

The best thing about Eric's KZbin channel is the superb production quality. Very much enjoy these and so glad to see so much attention deservedly due. Cheers, SCR

[@moamina_whbi]

شكرا لكم لقد أحببت كثيرا الفيديو 🙏🏻 بانتظار المزيد 😌

[@goldkuro]

Do architects focus solely on the design portion or do you also work on the physics of the building, or is that left to a team?

[@kermitstar]

Very informative; I like your camera techniques and music choice. It's also good to know you can work from such a tree-filled (perhaps remote?) location. Do the snow storms make it difficult to talk or connect to the internet?

[@worldfamousgamer9191]

Hey I love your work, I have a question, what does architecture and poetry have in common? Any ideas?

[@NoName-lw1jn]

I just started university and I absolutely love architecture but the deadlines every week... so stressing~ I thought it was a joke when someone told me you can't have a social life when studying it, but no it wasn't TT at least not if I wanna finish everything properly

[@rayg5613]

Sameeeeeeeee

[@김승연-n2q]

영어를 잘 못해서 많이 알아듣지는 못했지만 흥미로웠어요😂

[@R8ktm8]

Any tips for my goals of being an Architect?

[@EnigmaSeeker2012UAP]

I"m studying Landscape Architecture. Maybe I should use my channel as a platform in the future when I get a job. Right now I use it to research the Enigmas in our world as a side hobby. lol, made a research video about the Garden of Eden you all might find interesting.

[@rowanowl3857]

I've been searching pretty frantically for something to study in the very near future, but nothing has seemed even remotely interesting. Recently the thought of architecture occurred to me, and I've been doing some reading but this video definitely answers a lot more of my practical questions about some of the actual tasks, so thanks!

[@ZZ4AP]

I hope you get a 100000000 dolers house for free I feel sad

[@megnathtrivedi9645]

Do architects hav job in 2025 ?

[@rswc55]

So inspiring. You've been a big influence on the evolution of my own process, let alone my entrepreneurial aspirations. Cheers.

[@JamesLStapleton]

I see a bunch of comments saying how old you are and what you want to do. I am 23 years old, almost 24 and I wish I would have done better in school. Been better at math and paid attention more. Architecture fascinates me, but I may never be able to do it. I dont know if it's too late for me. Go pursue your dreams while you're young guys.

[@JonImperial]

Hi! I am an architect myself. I don't think it's too late for you to be honest. It will take a lot of hours for you to become one but if it's truly something you want to do, you should go for it. I am terrible at math! But I studied my butt off. I passed those classes and forgot them as soon as I could haha. Goodluck!

[@rie-fm3qe]

my brother is engineer and I'm planning to be an archi

[@biobitcapital1659]

Thanks so much!" very inspiring videos! I wonder if you do all this alone (survey, concept design, contracts..) or if you have some support worker... I mean How many project are you able to carry out in a year? And is this rentable enough? You think this is an ideal dimention for the architect daily work? I guess yes, I'd like to know your opinion about this... thanks! (Italian architect's writing.... who is thinking of buying your course)

[@30by40]

I don't have any employees, it's just me. This limits how many projects I do each year but is a less stressful and more creatively fulfilling way to practice (for me). And, I'm able to earn more than I ever did working for someone else!

[@biobitcapital1659]

@@30by40 Great! You are a great source of inspiration and well-being for me!

[@financialdeluxe1476]

What's the name of the song in the beginning from Artlist.io?

[@abuteym]

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[@riepie6639]

I am doing a project about residential architects for my engineering class I have so this video was very helpful THANK YOU!

[@yessumify]

Pinterest is inspiring for so many things ✨️

[@sri-maan3243]

Love from India..I'm pursuing bachelor's degree in architecture from India

[@danielbotha345]

I've been Designing for 34 years and I'm still learning, so ! With Architecture you don't go to Varsity, Graduate and you know everything, when you graduate you will find out that you actually know nothing, it comes with experience and TIME. It's ART, and you are forever evolving, learning new programs, new techniques, new styles, you have to be a people's person, you deal with the deepest being of total strangers. You get quite intimate with your clients, because you are designing their living space, where they are going to live, sleep, eat, etc. I am 90% of the time friend with my clients after designing their homes, you create a bond during designing their dreams. BUT ! it's not all glamorous, there's lots and lots of paper work involved, red tape, laws , bylaws to deal with, which does not always go the way you want it to go. Frustration, when you've spent hours and days, to design specific details, and the contractor will mess it up in half an hour flat, or the client will decide the feature is too expensive and omits it.

[@lami8187]

مهنة حياتي هي مهندسة معمارية

[@altz3991]

I am studying architecture

[@francesjohnson1129]

Which books to you recommend for a beginner in architect, or which courses to start learning how to sketch and learn the lingo as well?

[@30by40]

Check the book list at the top of my resource page here: thirtybyforty.com/resources

[@samanthariopelle6402]

Love the quick look into your craft. I'm an architectural technician student but what you showcase is so relevant. Cheers from Canada