Forever Practice

The Architect at Work
1. Auflage 2025
ISBN: 978-1-394-32437-8
Verlag: Wiley

Buch, Englisch, 224 Seiten

A practical guide to the career and practice of architecture, for students, newly-licensed professionals, and firm leaders

What does it take to become an architect and lead a firm one day? Getting there involves so many moving parts that students and emerging professionals may find the journey daunting. Forever Practice: The Architect at Work provides a real-world perspective on the challenges and rewards of architectural practice. Author Jim Nielson, FAIA bridges the gap between academic knowledge and professional demands with this thorough, yet accessible, resource that guides the reader through essential skills, strategies, and ethics needed for success in architecture. Drawing on decades of real-world experience, Jim's unique conversational narrative immerses readers in the full range of architectural practice, from client relations to sustainable design, while addressing the evolving responsibilities and obstacles architects may face.

In 28 engaging chapters, the author demystifies the practice of architecture through first-hand accounts, case studies, and industry insights. Each chapter centers on a key topic such as licensure, project management, and codes of conduct. These clear and concise chapters emphasize sustainability and communication, equipping readers with the tools they need to navigate the complexities of the field with confidence and ethical grounding. Empowering readers to embrace the architect's role as a designer and leader in the profession, Forever Practice: The Architect at Work: - Provides concrete steps to develop sustainable, collaborative practices and understand critical responsibilities from project conception through completion
- Includes a wealth of real-life case studies, illustrative examples, and professional insights to prepare readers for challenges in the field
- Features discussion topics, project schedules, management tools, and supplementary materials for classroom and independent learning
- Presents a comprehensive and structured learning path, with each chapter covering a key practice topic that lines up with a typical class period
- Addresses vital ethical and professional standards, including codes of conduct, standard of care, and continuing education

Forever Practice: The Architect at Work is perfect for architecture students in professional practice courses, usually taught during the final years of BArch and MArch programs. It is also ideal for both early-career professionals and seasoned practitioners seeking to deepen their understanding of practice management and leadership within the industry.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Nielson, Jim

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Architektur Architektur: Berufspraxis
• Geisteswissenschaften Architektur Gestaltung, Darstellung, Bautechnik
• Geisteswissenschaften Architektur Architekturtheorie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Preface xi

Design! A Foreword xiii

About the Author xv

Part I Forever 1

1 Caring About the World We Live In 3

2 Always Looking for Work 7

Part II Practice 13

3 We Just Keep at It 15

4 Our Environment 19

5 The Value of Green 25

Part III Profession 33

6 The Profession of Architecture 35

7 Architectural Licensure 41

8 Regulation and the Code of Conduct 47

9 The Architect's Standard of Care 53

Part IV Career 59

10 Core Responsibilities 61

11 Architecture and Related Fields 65

12 Blog: Architecture Career and Culture 71

Part V Project 75

13 Project Management 77

Part VI Firm 89

14 Marketing and Business Development 91

15 Marketing Proposals 97

16 Business and Financial Management 103

17 Business and Human Resource Management 113

18 Getting It Right I 119

19 Getting It Right II 125

20 What About Risks? 129

Part VII Community 135

21 Giving Back 137

Part VIII Client 143

22 One of a Kind 145

23 Delivery Methods and the Client 149

Part IX Construction 155

24 Getting Started 157

25 Put It in Writing 161

26 Delivery Methods and the Contractor 165

27 Bidder-designed Work 169

28 Closeout 175

Part X Appendices 181

A The Facilities Program 183

B The Project Plan 187

C The Project Schedule 189

D Breaking Down the Fee, Scope, and Schedule 193

E Dividing up the Work 197

F Employee Owned 205

G The Project Progress Report 209

H The Contractor's S-curve 211

Index 213

Über Autor(innen)

Jim Nielson, FAIA, is an Adjunct Professor at Utah Valley University, where he developed the professional practice course for the new Bachelor of Architecture program, which is currently seeking NAAB accreditation. With over 30 years of experience, he has served as a principal architect in leading Salt Lake City firms, contributing to diverse projects throughout much of the country. A former Utah state representative, Nielson's work extends to public policy, real estate development and consulting, membership on his state architect licensing board, and service as an expert witness on more than 40 cases. He has written for the Salt Lake Tribune and Deseret News. His public policy contributions have been featured in Business Week.