Introduction:
Architect are the another form of Lord Vishwakarma who construct entire
world’s buildings according to Hindu mythology. Architects are the real
creators of beautiful buildings and structures. Skyscrapers in metro cities will
not be possible without them. While capitalism furthers the growth and
prosperity of human race, tall buildings with beautiful designs and glory show
the grandeur. The rebuilding of ‘Twin Towers’ collapsed in 9/11 incident and
other towers and structures shows the real dint of human talent and excellence,
creativity and vision.
Start Early: A
person requires sound communication skills and immense physical stamina to get
into the profession of architecture. He is expected to work on desk as well on
the construction site. Excellent memory and sound concentration level,
flexibility, patience, team spirit, responsibility and accountability, etc. are
some common personality traits which are essential for professional success in
architecture and design. But it is right credentials in academics which matters
most in architecture wherein candidates with Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry
at the 10+2 level only can apply for admission to study architecture at the
graduate level. Various colleges offer undergraduate course in B.Arch. which
lasts for 5 years. The selection is done through an entrance exam conducted by
the Council of Architecture throughout India.
Salary Structure of an Architect:
At initial a fresher graduate can also get the package of Rs 2.5 lakh
per-annum. Success always depends upon the way of your working style. “The
initial earning is different from place to place specialisation. Graduate candidates who are working as
architect are getting about Rs 20,000 to 25,000 per-months at initial. Whereas,
working in a real estate company may fetch one something between Rs 40,000 and
50,000. Similarly, those who specialise in software design and work in reputed
MNCs can command a starting salary of Rs 80,000-100,000 per-month.”
Job Prospects:
Architects can work with construction companies wherein they are asked to serve
as a designer. Initially an architect is expected to understand specific
requirements of clients and strike a right balance between aesthetics and
practicality. Additionally, an architect with skills can help clients by his
ideas in terms of balancing the requirements of appearance, financial budget
and time frame. Some architects even work independently and earn their
livelihood through consultancy fees which entirely depends upon the skills and
profile as well as work experience.
Institutes for Architecture in
India
- School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi
- Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology, Ahmadabad
- Rizvi College of Architecture, Mumbai
- LS Raheja School of Architecture, Mumbai
- Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kharagpur
- Sir JJ College of Architecture, Mumbai
- Chandigarh College of Architecture, Chandigarh
- Kamla Raheja Vidyanidhi Institute for Architecture, Mumbai
- Balwant Sheth School of Architecture, Mumbai
