Tangents by Out of Architecture
Out of Architecture
Welcome to Tangents by Out of Architecture, hosted by Silvia Lee. We’re highlighting some of our favorite stories from the amazing people we’ve met along our journey. We will hear how they created a unique career path for themselves from the variety of skills and talents they developed in and out of architecture.
Out of Architecture is a career consulting firm started by two Harvard-educated professionals interested in exploring the value of their skills both in and out of the architectural profession. We’re here to help you maximize all of the expertise you have honed as a designer to get you a role that fulfills and challenges you. We have the knowledge, experience, and connections to help you put your best self into the market–and reap the benefits.
Out of Architecture is a career consulting firm started by two Harvard-educated professionals interested in exploring the value of their skills both in and out of the architectural profession. We’re here to help you maximize all of the expertise you have honed as a designer to get you a role that fulfills and challenges you. We have the knowledge, experience, and connections to help you put your best self into the market–and reap the benefits.
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Dec 13, 2022 • 40min
Transforming Passion Into Career Growth with OnePlan's Chi Bhatia
On this episode of Tangents, Chi Bhatia of OnePlan, and Out of Architecture Career Consultant, shares his experiences transitioning from an Senior Designer to VP Strategy and Growth. Hear how being in Los Angeles, California impacted the trajectory of Chi’s career, and how he systematically approached each step of his journey, using his passion of sports as a driver for his success. Highlights:Curious, Systematic, CalmTaking advantage of your environmentImpact of studying architecture in LABeing focused on finding work as an international studentHow software proficiency matters in your job searchUnique Sports Studio at HKS evolving architectureCareer pivots influenced by passion and expertiseWhy Architecture is an underrated profession
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Nov 29, 2022 • 41min
The Journey from Architectural Design to Product Design with Airtable's Adrianne Ngam
On this episode of Tangents, Adrianne Ngam of Airtable shares her experiences transitioning from an architectural designer to a product designer. Hear the similarities and differences between the two industries and how Adrianne’s background in architecture led her to designing low code tools today. Adrianne shares why she doesn’t believe in imposter syndrome and how to find work where you can make an impact. Highlights:Adaptable, Discerning, Very Ready To Be WrongRecognizing When and Why to SwitchShedding Your IdentityHow to Have the Most ImpactEmbracing Changing Interests Over TimeCourage to Meander Off the PathRespect and Admiration for ArchitectsThe Weight of Decisions in Architecture vs TechLooking for Constraints in Product DesignOpportunity to Grow, Not Imposter Syndrome
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Nov 15, 2022 • 26min
Design a Life You Love with Monograph's Helen Lummis
On this episode of Tangents, Helen Lummis of Monograph shares her experiences transitioning from architecture to tech. Learn from her lessons and discover all the communication and people skills you already have as an architect. Hear Helen share how important it is to have an outside perspective on your career journey, people rooting for you in your corner, and how to create a balanced life for yourself. Highlights: Honest, Friendly, A ThinkerFrom Art to Architecture to TechMaking Things BetterA Cabin In the WoodsBlood, Sweat & TearsDon't Do What I Did
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Nov 1, 2022 • 41min
Understanding the Value of An Architect with Cottage's Manon Paquet
On this episode of Tangents, architect Manon Paquet shares her experiences transitioning from a traditional architecture office to a tech startup. Discover what can and cannot be challenged and changed when architecture meets tech, and how technology can be part of the answer to the housing crisis. If you ever felt like you wanted to improve parts of the profession but hit a wall, this episode is for you. Hear Manon share how she defends the craft but also when you know it's time to get out of architecture. Highlights: Determined, Honest, ObservantGetting a Foot in the Door with LinkedInMore than Architects in the RoomWhat Is An Architecture StartupUsing Your Time Where It MattersThe Value of An ArchitectChange the Process In How You BuildArchitecture for the Other 99%Guiding Clients Through The ProcessTransparency and Knowledge Sharing to Save TimeMaking the SwitchMany Different Hats
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Oct 25, 2022 • 2min
TANGENTS: Beyond the Bounds of Traditional Practice
Hear unique stories from those that created a unique career path for themselves from the variety of skills and talents they developed in and out of architecture.
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