Would I Encourage My Child to Become an Architect?

A few weeks ago, my partner asked me:

"If our child wanted to become an architect, would you encourage them?"

As an architect, educator and practice owner, I was surprised by my own answer.

Yes, I would absolutely encourage them to study architecture… but I'm not sure I would encourage them to follow the traditional route to becoming an architect.

That probably sounds unexpected coming from someone who has spent nearly two decades studying, teaching and practising architecture. I'm fiercely proud of being an architect. I value the creativity the profession demands, the breadth of knowledge it requires and the impact it can have on people's lives.

We talk a lot about energy efficiency in homes, and rightly so. Our articles on Air Source Heat Pumps and The Value of Insulation highlight how crucial it is to reduce the energy we use day-to-day – what we call 'operational carbon'. But there's a bigger picture: the hidden impact of your home, long before you even move in.

We are delighted to announce that we are now an accredited London Living Wage employer. This means that every member of our team receives at least £13.85 per hour - the only wage rate independently calculated to reflect the real cost of living in the capital.

Merry Christmas from Studio Manifest - 2024 in review