Using three sections - 1) To Be or Not To Be ... an Architect; 2) Becoming an Architect; and 3) Being an Architect, the author provides an inside look at the profession, its educational process, and weighing the pros and cons of becoming an architect. Written by Roger Lewis, a professor of architecture at the University of Maryland at College Park, the book is excellent reading for an aspiring architect.

Compiled approximately every five years by the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA), Guide to Architecture Schools provides a valuable resource for individuals seeking to pursue an architectural education.  Its primary content is a compilation of two-page descriptions of the over 100 universities offering accredited degree programs in architecture.  In addition, the resource contains an introduction outlining the history of architectural education, high school preparation, selecting a school, architectural practice, and accreditation.  Now in its sixth edition, Guide to Architecture Schools greatest strength is providing a snapshot into each of the United States and Canadian schools with professional degree programs in architecture.  Although also its greatest strengths, the school profiles are written by the schools themselves resulting in a somewhat biased reading.

Part of the extensive ÒOpportunities inÓ series by VGM Career Horizons, Opportunities in Architectural Careers aims to assist the reader learn more about the purpose of architecture in todayÕs environment, understand what an architect does and grasp the many career opportunities in architecture.  The book accomplishes its purpose through five chapters, 1) Our Physical Environment; 2) The Professional Architect; 3) The ArchitectÕs Practice; 4) Education for Architecture; and 5) Architectural Resources.  Targeted at high school schools, the book provides a good picture of the architecture profession and the tasks of an architect.

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Released at the end of 1995, this publication provides an overview of the career paths available to those with a degree in architecture.  It firsts describes the process -- Career Decision Strategies -- and then proceeds to -- Practice Roles and Settings -- and finishes with -- The Licensing Process.  The publication also includes a list of the professional associations in architecture, a bibliography, and allied organizations.

Architecture 101 introduces students to the design studio and helps them to developa process by which they can complete design projects.  Covering every practical element of this central experience, from setting up that first day to landing that first job, this important work features contributions from some of the most distinguished names in architecture.

ABC of Architecture is an accessible, non-technical text on the first steps to understanding architectural structure, history, and criticism.  Author James F. O;gorman moves seamlessly from a discussion of the most basic inspiration for architecture (the need for shelter from the elements) to an exploration of space, system, and material, and, finally, to an examination of the language and history of architecture.

Design Juries on Trial unlocks the door to the mysterious design jury system -- exposing its hidden agendas and helping you overcome intimidation, confrontation, and frustration.  It explains how to improve the success rate of submissions to juries -- whether in academic settings, for competitions, and awards programs, or for professional accounts.

Written for faculty and students of professional degree programs in architecture, this guide informs the reader about one of the twelve conditions -- student performance criteria -- required for a program to maintain accreditation.  These are the areas every student must demonstrate who graduates from an accredited architecture program.  The criteria define the minimum requirements for your professional education in architecture.

Projects cover a range of design themes: buildings, landscapes, nature,products,communications. Grades 6-12, 224 pgs. Anna Slafer, Kevin Cahill.  $19.95

Both a biograhpy and an activity book, FLW for Kids is about a boy growing up on an American farm, a boy who works hard and sees structures and harmonies in the landscape around him.  It is the story of a young man becoming a great architect as he uses his love of natureÕs colors and shapes in his unique designs.  Delightful activities enable kids to understand and appreciate the ideas presented in his biography.  Grades 4-8, 136 pgs. $14.95

In this book, Cuff delves into the architectÕs everyday work world to uncover an intricate social art of design.  The result is a new potrait of the profession that sheds light on what it means to be come an architect, how design problems are construed and resolved, how clients and architects negotiate, and how design excellence is achieved.

Profusely illustrated with fine instances of architectural experimentation through the centuries, this classic manages to convey the intellectual excitement of superb design.

A collection of essays by historians and architects, The Architect explores and surveys the profession of architecture from its beginnings in ancient Egypt to the modern day.