Architecture

Architecture is the art and science of designing structures. A wider definition often includes the design of the total built in environment from the macro level of town planning, urban design, and landscape architecture to the micro level of construction details and sometimes furniture.

Residential Architecture

Residential architecture focus most of their efforts on constructing beautiful private dwellings for homeowners. While a lot of the houses we see in neighbourhoods around the world are designed identically or close to it (some people call these “cookie cutter” houses).

Commercial Architecture

If you focus on this role you may specialize in larger ventures for businesses or government entities, erecting public buildings such as shopping malls, libraries, government facilities, and more. There are also many famous examples of famous public structures, all the more so since so many people are able to experience them.

Industrial Architecture

If you are interested in working on industrial projects. It is true that there is an architectural element to industrial projects. In fact, architecture can be a major component of these structures, but they are far more elaborate to design than other types of public or private buildings.

Landscape Architecture

This type of architecture focuses on outdoor areas. If you go into this specialized field, you might design parklands, gardens, and lawns surrounding college campus buildings and other public destinations. Landscape architects may also work with homeowners and other private parties to design compelling outdoor areas.