Learning to Be an Architect

Two books. One complete career.

Architecture school is tough: long nights, strict deadlines and the feeling that you are the only one struggling. These two books are the companions I wish I had. Together they take you from surviving school to thriving in practice. Both are available worldwide as ebooks.

For students and anyone starting out

The bestselling choice of architecture students, written with immense contributions from renowned priest and architect educator Most Rev. Fr. Arc. Dr. P.C. Agbonome. It names the deepest struggles of the typical architecture student and answers them with one simple, powerful principle: cause and effect. Break every challenge into tiny work elements you can fix by working smarter, not harder.

Overcome studio frustrations with smart, practical methods
Work efficiently instead of burning out
Understand cause and effect in academic success
Gain the confidence and clarity to tackle every assignment and project

“I wish I had these books when I was in my 300-level.” A student architect

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48 Laws of Architectural Consulting

For fresh graduates, interns and young architects

The sequel to Learning to Be an Architect: a classic collection of industry codes and ethics for the sound, meticulous architect eager to leave a lasting mark. Ever lost a potential client right after the first meeting? Was it chance, or something you didn’t get right? This book answers that with many real-life examples, and you will keep coming back to it.

Build a professional brand as an architect
Win clients and manage projects effectively
Avoid common pitfalls in practice
Learn to make clients pay your real worth

“It helped me land my first client and start my small practice confidently.” A young architect

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Cover of 48 Laws of Architectural Consulting

Why you need both

Many successful architects started with a student’s mindset and grew into top consultants. Shortcut that process.

From surviving school to thriving in practice
From confusion to clarity
From student mindset to professional mastery
Proven strategies and step-by-step guidance
Written by a practising architect and lecturer
The studio is hard enough; don’t learn every lesson the hard way

Book 1: the student Book 2: the professional

A.S.T.B.I: intern with real firms

The Academy for Supportive Technical & Business Internships turns students and fresh graduates into job-ready professionals. Here is what is on offer.

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CAD training

Hands-on drafting and modelling taught the way offices use it.

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Construction management training

A focused month on running real sites, from schedules to supervision.

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Placement in partner firms

Up to three months inside a partner architecture firm after training.

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Accommodation provided

Interns are housed during the programme so you can focus on learning.

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Flexible study

Six to twelve months, in person or online, certificate on completion.

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NIA prep course

Coaching for the professional route after graduation.

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Student models and project research

Support for your physical models and research projects.

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Project management and LEED

Short courses in project management and green building certification.

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Free webcourses

Open architecture lessons you can start today.

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Need interns? Hire them

Firms can request trained interns from the academy.

Apply on the A.S.T.B.I site Start a free webcourse

Welcome. I’m Kosi, and you’re in the right place.

Two books. One complete career.