2025-10-20 – Weekly Architecture News : Remote work reshaping architecture

Last week in the Architecture community, discussions focused on navigating career paths and professional development. Members shared experiences and advice on choosing between roles such as Architect versus Architectural Designer, which sparked a lively exchange on career trajectories. The importance of learning and development was further highlighted with conversations about online courses for aspiring architects. Additionally, the growing trend of remote work and its implications for the industry was a hot topic, with many weighing its benefits and challenges.


This Week’s Hot Topics

2025-10-16 – Weekly Architecture Jobs: Remote work options are growing!
Remote work is becoming a significant trend in architecture, opening up new opportunities and changing how firms operate. It’s a conversation worth following as it might reshape the future of our profession.
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Would You Take This Job? Architect or Architectural Designer
This thread dives into the nuances of choosing between being an Architect or an Architectural Designer, offering insights from those who’ve navigated these paths. It’s a must-read for anyone contemplating their next career move.
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HSW credits while logging AXP hours
A practical discussion on how to efficiently earn HSW credits while completing AXP hours, which is crucial for those juggling multiple professional development requirements.
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Client-ready views for entitlement schedules
This topic covers the best practices for preparing client-ready views, a critical skill for ensuring smooth project approvals and client satisfaction.
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Tools for urban landscape timelines
If you’re involved in urban planning, this discussion about tools for managing urban landscape timelines could provide some valuable insights.
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Balancing city reviews with client deadlines
A perennial challenge for architects, this thread explores strategies to manage city reviews alongside tight client deadlines.
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2025-10-09 – Weekly Architecture Jobs: Critical demand for project managers
The demand for project managers is on the rise, highlighting an area of opportunity for those looking to expand their careers.
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What Are the Best Online Courses for Aspiring Architects?
An engaging conversation about the best online courses, perfect for those eager to enhance their skills and knowledge base.
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FAQ/Guidelines
A helpful guide for new and existing members to navigate the forum effectively.
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Admin Guide: Getting Started
Essential reading for anyone needing a quick start on forum administration.
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Thanks for being an active part of our community. Your contributions and engagement continue to make this space valuable for everyone involved. Looking forward to another week of insightful discussions!

Quick example: in our remote studio, “Architect versus Architectural Designer” got fuzzy — — so we tagged scope and decision rights in ACC/BIM 360 issues and posted a 5‑min Loom each Friday; it made roles and growth paths visible without micromanaging. Small caveat: it adds about 10 minutes of admin, but it killed Slack ping-pong and helped juniors choose the right tasks.

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