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Finding the right architecture or design professional isn’t just about technical expertise. Just as important is to ensure they align with your firm’s values, work style, and creative vision. When they do, they’ll integrate seamlessly into your team and contribute to a positive workplace environment.  Finding someone who fits that definition isn’t always easy, though–and

Architecture is historically a very competitive field to enter, and current architecture employment trends are in keeping with this truism. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a growth rate of 8% for architecture employment through 2033, but while this is faster than the average for all occupations, it doesn’t tell the whole story. While demand

Architecture can be a challenging field to enter for a number of reasons, but the stringent education and licensing requirements are arguably the most significant barrier to entry for most professionals. The niche knowledge and specialized skills required to become an architect aren’t easy to develop, and traditional education pathways can be both lengthy and

In the competitive architecture and design hiring landscape, candidate experience isn’t just a buzzword. How potential hires perceive and interact with your recruitment process can have a big impact on whether they want to join your firm, making the candidate experience a critical factor in the success of your hiring efforts.  This is particularly critical

The structures and spaces designed by architects never exist in a vacuum. Often, the success of a project is defined primarily by how well it meets the needs of the people who will use it, and integrating systems or features that address those needs is at the heart of the work architects do for their

Talent management has been among the biggest challenges facing business leaders in recent years. In the 2024 New Era of Leadership report, a third of CEOs reported changing worker expectations as a top challenge they’re facing in the current year. This was followed closely by difficulty hiring the right talent (30%) and keeping up with

In the ever-evolving field of architecture, firms need to attract top talent to stay competitive and relevant. Recruiting architecture professionals who can drive innovation can be a challenge, though. Demand for architects across the industry is growing at a rate of around 8,000 new openings per year, a trend that’s expected to continue through 2032.

Architecture can be a competitive field. While there will always be a demand for professionals who can design buildings, homes, and public spaces, most firms and clients look for architects with a robust portfolio and proven history of successful projects. This can make it difficult to break into the industry and find an architecture job,

One lasting impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has been the expansion of remote work. Employers and employees both have seen how the option to work remotely or in a hybrid model can benefit everyone, bringing cost savings to organizations at the same time it helps employees maintain their ideal work-life balance.  For those growing an

The importance of protecting the environment and its natural resources has never been clearer than it is today. It’s estimated that 37% of carbon dioxide emissions worldwide are from the construction and building industries, a figure that is leading many design and architecture firms to actively seek ways they can reduce their carbon footprint and

Finding the right architect for a role or project isn’t easy. Many firms were operating short-staffed in 2023, and with 60% of firms in the AIA’s Work-on-the-Boards survey expecting to take on more projects this year, it’s likely that hiring architects will continue to be a challenge through 2024. The BLS predicts the industry will

Online job boards are a convenient way for architects and designers looking to advance their careers to find their next opportunity. Across industries, 59% of job seekers turn to online marketplaces when they’re looking for a job, making these sites the most popular job search strategy, ahead of social media (39%), professional network connections (25%),