monetto
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Hi everybody
I'm fairly new to the Forum. Well actually, long time member but I normally just follow the discussions as they unfold rather than participate in them. I would like to ask the forumers fora bit of information which would help me with a difficult personal decision.
I'm curious as to the state of the architectural industry in Toronto, especially from the prism of an aspiring architect. From your experiences (personal or second-hand), what kind of working environment can one expect to work in? How much professional satisfaction can one expect to obtain? What about average starting pay?
The reason why I am asking is because I find myself at a crossroads. Though I finished my undergrad in architecture, I currently work for Rogers. I started only as a contractor in the IT field, but the option to become a full-time employee will present itself in the future (I can say this with a very strong degree of certainty). I've also been accepted to the Daniels School of Landscape, Architecture and Design, at UofT, for my master's, and I am due to start in the fall.
Ideally, I would be able to put my own personal tendencies aside and make an informed, and rational decision (though I have a tendency of doing exactly the opposite). Going to school will offer me a great deal of freedom, the ability to express myself creatively, and perhaps an opportunity to feel as though I am doing more than just a job, yet I don't want to be kicking myself for abandoning the financial security offered by my current position.
Any info or insights would be truly appreciated.
Cheers guys.
I'm fairly new to the Forum. Well actually, long time member but I normally just follow the discussions as they unfold rather than participate in them. I would like to ask the forumers fora bit of information which would help me with a difficult personal decision.
I'm curious as to the state of the architectural industry in Toronto, especially from the prism of an aspiring architect. From your experiences (personal or second-hand), what kind of working environment can one expect to work in? How much professional satisfaction can one expect to obtain? What about average starting pay?
The reason why I am asking is because I find myself at a crossroads. Though I finished my undergrad in architecture, I currently work for Rogers. I started only as a contractor in the IT field, but the option to become a full-time employee will present itself in the future (I can say this with a very strong degree of certainty). I've also been accepted to the Daniels School of Landscape, Architecture and Design, at UofT, for my master's, and I am due to start in the fall.
Ideally, I would be able to put my own personal tendencies aside and make an informed, and rational decision (though I have a tendency of doing exactly the opposite). Going to school will offer me a great deal of freedom, the ability to express myself creatively, and perhaps an opportunity to feel as though I am doing more than just a job, yet I don't want to be kicking myself for abandoning the financial security offered by my current position.
Any info or insights would be truly appreciated.
Cheers guys.