Interview with “My First Architecture Job”
At Whisker Architecture we’re passionate about continuing to share and expand our knowledge. When Sarah Lebner from “My First Architecture Job” invited our principal and founder, Audrey Whisker, to do an interview it was an easy decision.
Excerpt from the Interview:
“What advice would you give to other emerging architects who might be considering starting their own practice?
Know why you’re doing it. That’s what will get you up and back at it when a mistake or misjudgement comes back to punch you in the guts.
Know what you’re doing. If you can’t be all things to all people. Do your research. Be self-reflective and play to your strengths.
Know how you’ll do it. If you’re not an all-rounder maybe you need a documenter or a technical business partner from day one. Start early with your templates so you can hit the ground running.
Know who you’re doing it for. You need to speak their language. Explaining things to a mum-and-dad or a commercial developer needs vastly different language. Know who you’re speaking to and tailor your language to them.
Surround yourself with a team of advisers who you trust. You will need advice and help. Choose them wisely. Choose them for their strengths in business and their honesty, not on how long you’ve been mates.
Never stop learning.”
“From Getting Projects to Going Paperless; Starting your Own Architecture Firm” - written by Sarah Lebner
