This is me right now. The algorithm is listening to my conversation. I'm switching because the pay is low in architecture and I also like the idea of remote work.
I switched to a tech job after 6 years of architectural work with a master degree in architecture. My second master was CIS. However, 10 years working up to a senior system engineer's title, I hit the bottle neck. There were younger newcomers with CS degrees who could do better and faster than I do. I had a midlife crises. I quit my tech job and went back to architecture. I had a chance to lead a design studio in Shanghai when the building boom was going on many years ago. When that job dried out in 2016, I was back in the States. Now I am self-employed working in the design field doing residential only and making much more than I used to make. My advise to everyone out there is that architecture values experience. The older you get, the more reward you receive. The tech field is the opposite. You get outdated very quickly.
Thank you so much for sharing this. I am a licensed architect and Tennessee. I am 35 years old and have been going back and forth about whether I should quit architecture and enter the tech world because it is more recession proof. Your testimony has given me a lot of insight into what to look forward to in tech world.
@@tyronebunyon7254 It's not about becoming, "outdated." I'm a tech worker, and the idea that you can just do a masters in computer science and expect to be qualified in your field is ludicrous to me. I've been programming since I was 11. When I entered the industry, I rose up, not because my older coworkers had become, "outdated," but because they weren't passionate about computers in the way I was. Unless you've been programming for a long time, I don't think you should switch to a tech job. If you're good at architecture, then stay in that field. Also tech isn't recession proof. All the useless thousands of, "engineers," working at Facebook and getting nothing done are usually the first to go in a recession.
Architecture is extremley prone to cult like mentality and def thrives on being a "lifestyle." That is not what i want out of a career. Architecture is a "safe" choice and good backup plan because the industry is extremely slow. If things don't work out nothing will have changed in the field. Good on your for taking the risk. My biggest hurdle was getting past "i wasted 6 years getting 2 degrees in something i don't want to do anymore." The education you get in architecture is one of the most flexible and has deg opened so many doors vs other degrees.
you are inspiring, thanks for the amazing video, currently I'm transitioning from architecture into becoming UX/UI designer, thanks for the inspiring words!
Hi Joann, I can relate to your story. I pivoted from Architecture to Software engineering in Peru. Here, career changes and pivots are still not so common and the advice I received from some college advisors was that I had to study again college if I want a software engineering career. Hopefully, the pandemic had changed many people's opinions regarding that and now we have virtual study options as well as self-taught. Now, I am a trainee in a swe role which makes me so happy every day. My conclusion and I loved you mentioned this, is important to always believe in our instincts. We have that instincts and opinions because we have done research on that, we have listened to testimonies and we have seen the pathway regarding that decision to pivot. In that case, we have valid arguments to pivot and make a career change. I would like to advise people to not fear that. Life is way more beautiful and better when you find passion and joy in your work, you have lots of projects and ideas to do and you find balance in life. I would call that.. you are in one of your best versions. Thanks for sharing your experience. I followed you on Insta, and wish you many successes in your career.
I am so glad I just searched for videos on this transition and I was nervous that I might not find much, but then I saw your video and omg this is so much relatable to each line.. that is what has been going inside my head. I don't know how and where I might land but this video is definitely helpful. Also, I would really like to connect with more such people and talk this out more. Thank you 😊
Great video! I'm at the moment now where I feel like I'm not growing at all, doing the same repetitive thing over and over. Having many thoughts besides architecture... About to quit my job in 2 week and follow my instinct to see where it land.
I have given up my 3D Archviz job in order to switch to start my jewellery business, I felt that this the best choice for me, since I still wanted to use my 3D software skills, enjoy much more freedom than a 9 to 5 job and still be able to pull a good income. Sadly, I think many of us will have to make this choice before architects will be valued once more.
By the time you quit you realised it it wasn’t really a dream job. It was once a dream job. An architecture degree won’t make you rich. An architecture “business” will though. Like any business you might have the personality and talent for business or you might not.
Absolutely! Having your own business definitely takes certain personality. I have never wanted to have an architecture firm but one day I do want to have my own business just not in a traditional architecture practice setting.
Thank you for sharing this! I’m in a point that I want to change from Architecture into Tech and I feel like letting me down because my passion was always Architecture, but actually seen your video and also the comments that I’m not the only one, makes me have hope and look forward of what has been in the back of my band for very long time.
Thank you for making this video. I am thinking to change my career to Cyber Security. Done with architecture. One/two year more, then I will leave architecture for good 🙏
So much great and helpful advice here-even for those not considering transitioning! Looking forward to seeing all you are able to do with Monograph! Excited to follow your journey. Best of luck! ☀️
I am an architecture student i now feel like quitting architecture right now. And switch to tech career right away and also ux UI design , and block chain
U Indian, you are from which college. I'm getting spa Delhi And a private btech IT college I'm now not sure..if i should misss the chance to study in most prestigious institution (acc to India) or just carry on with btech IT, as if has some security
I work at a firm that doesn't even have high work load and for the most part I get to be a part of every step of the project. I'm starting to do a little more design and not just construction documents but I find myself still not being happy or motivated. Ive been at my job for over 2 years and do not hate the people there or the projects I work on. I just am so bored with doing the same thing over and over but that is just what architecture is. You get a new project and you have to do the same steps. I keep telling myself that I am working on becoming a licensed architect and that it's my goal but I think I'm just lying to myself. I don't think I want to be an architect. I just say that because I feel like it is what I am supposed to say and that that is the only way to make more money in this field even though its not much for how much work you have to put in to get there. I'm 25 and feel like if I don't give switching to tech a chance now I'll regret it forever because every time I try to imagine my job as an architect in the future it is so hard an unmotivated.
Architecture can be very repetitive, but at the same time, every project is unique and the challenges might be different, which is what a lot of architects like. But if that's how you feel, then now might be the time to look into making a career switch. Feel free to ask me any question. I'm happy to help if you want to start this process.
@@sanjayneupane9547 I'm still not sure if I should go for UX design but I have been learning python for now and on the process of getting a certificate. 3D animation also looks fun and I see a lot of companies hiring 3d animators
i just moved to another country again and I'm really thinking of shifting to a new career.. I've been an architect for years and I'm not happy with this field but I know I'm good at it, and seeing this video is like a sign for me.
Hi everyone. I am a recent civil engineering graduate. I have always had a passion for architecture and interior design and I was really considering doing a degree in architecture. But after watching so many videos and research of people quitting architecture due to the low pay, it is very dissuading. I am stuck in the middle of trying to fall in love with engineering and practicing more or just quitting it and doing architecture. The thing is, I am not a fan of physics, maths, and all other complicated stuff. I just love design. I am not interested in working long hours and getting low pay. Good salary matters, there is a lot I need to take care of so I need the money. Your advice would be appreciated.
There isn’t as much design as you think there is in architecture. It’s actually closer to construction in your day to day job as an architect. If you love design, interior design might be better or landscape design? There are lots of options! UX design might be an option too if you want better pay.
Hi Joann! I'm thrilled to have discovered your RU-vid videos; they've been incredibly helpful. As a newcomer in Canada, I now have the opportunity to transition from Architecture into a tech career. However, I'm a bit confused about which specific area of tech to focus on. Any guidance or pointers you could share?
The architectural job opportunities are awful in my city. I'm switching to a tech career like you and earning my certificate in cyber security and network administration. It's a career that's always in demand and the ROI from the education is far better than architecture. My goal is to finally be able to earn good money to invest in assets that will bring passive income, like a REIT or in A.I. based industries. You need financial freedom if you're aiming to pursue the creative passions in life that you want to do, hopefully before your hair turns white.
If you can swing it, the best way is for architects to become builders or developers ( building, not software developers) There are many architects who have gone that route. Many are here on RU-vid. Just search it.
Join the Archie Techie community! It’s a community filled with architects turned to tech. There’s a lot of resources in there for people just starting too.
Hi lui..I worked as an architect for 2 yrs..then i was in a break for 1 year after marriage..Then i studied BIM and persued my job for a couple of months..As bim architect im not given a chance to design..and also the company is not paying me properly..So i had to quit the job..It been 3 months and still i couldnt find a job..My priority is earning more money by giving time and priority to my health and family..Im not able to fix my path..Could u pls help me find a way ..
Im currently 5 years in college of architecture and still have 2-3 years because of failing subject. I dream this job before but i think, its not for me coz im very tired and dont think if i can survive it. I want to change my course but im ashamed from my parents and feel worthless. Based on what i research tech is in demand and pay more, and in our university the only tech course is information technology. It is too late for me at age 24 to shift course?😭 Im very ashamed of my life and feel no purpose.
It's never too late. I changed my career at 34! If you're only 24, it's honestly the perfect time to make a switch. Please don't feel ashamed for wanting something different. Our life is not linear, and it will always go up and down!
I don’t know about your office but I know that about 95% of Arch firms, pay a mediocre salary = can’t afford to buy a home and is less likely to start a family. ¿ Who wants to be a slave “free over time” ? All that sacrifice to get nothing in return. The worst part is you study a career wish the duty is to “design,crate” but when you work for an arch firm. You are not the designer, this means is not your project and creation= zero satisfaction. Imagine having a “professional job” that is required to work as a slave and yet you can afford a house or family and gets worst because you end up disconnected of your profession = doing the boring stuff. Imagine a plastic surgeon got a job but he’s task is to clean the tools nothing more 😂😂
My massage= Don’t betray, disrespect or throw Architecture to the ground, don’t be a Dog respect your self . Say No to free over time or mediocre salary, don’t eat the pizza the bought = to make you stay all night . Quit your job, be happy . I imagine what will happen if everyone do this= increase of salary or work from home …
