redbunnydragon asked: Hey Archie! I'm currently an engineer student and I was considering change to architect, do you think it's a good idea to do this change at 24?, also do you have any idea about architecture as a job in Latin America? Thanks I love your blog

archatlas:

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Pirámide de los Cinco Pisos, Edzna México

If it is your passion I would recommend a change. I will warn you that you will have to start from the bottom competing with younger architects but in my opinion that is not a bad thing but something that you should be aware of. As with many other careers architecture is highly dependent on the economy but you would know better how the industry is in your country.

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San Juan Gate, Puerto Rico

Architecture in Latin America is part of a long tradition that has created amazing works, i consider myself a Latin American so is my tradition. From the marvels of Pre-Columbian times to the International Style and today’s global impact of our architects.

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Cristo Obrero Church, Uruguay, by Eladio Dieste

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Innovation Center UC, Chile by Alejandro Aravena | ELEMENTAL