{"id":62102,"date":"2020-06-30T08:45:56","date_gmt":"2020-06-30T12:45:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/?p=62102"},"modified":"2020-07-25T13:54:07","modified_gmt":"2020-07-25T17:54:07","slug":"architecture-portfolio-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.arc.ht\/blog\/practice\/tools\/architecture-portfolio-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips for Improving Your Architecture Portfolio"},"content":{"rendered":"

Former OMA and BIG employee Bennett Oh is the creator of Archi Hacks<\/a>, the popular Youtube channel dedicated to Architecture visualization, portfolio and design tips and tricks for students and professionals.<\/em><\/p>\n

Whether you are an architecture student looking for your first internship or an architect presenting work to prospective clients, a portfolio is undoubtedly one of the most important parts of the profession. It is common to think that a portfolio is a mere compilation of one’s past work, but here’s a\u00a0lesser known fact: Your portfolio also determines your future work potential.<\/p>\n

Documenting great work experiences in your portfolio will lead you to more opportunities in the future. These opportunities may come in the form of jobs at offices with interesting projects, more leads for clients and projects, and with a combination of the two, greater design freedom and an even better collection of work. This is why a great portfolio not only takes you to your next milestone, but also puts you on a trajectory to achieve your long-term goals.<\/p>\n

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1. Design your portfolio<\/h2>\n

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This was probably the biggest game changer between an entry level student to professional architecture job. Portfolio is much more than a compilation of your work. It is a representation<\/strong> of yourself.<\/p>\n

Consider how the reader might traverse through your pages, and ensure that correct information is visible and clear. Ask yourself “What are my strengths and weaknesses?” “How do I want to be remembered?”<\/p>\n

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2. Strive for consistency<\/h2>\n

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Establish your layout design language early on, and stick to it. This includes choosing a common font and font size, clear project transitions, and establishing a grid for any visual elements. This allows readers to easily understand your project narratives, and recognize important elements and where to find them. It might be difficult at first to come up with a layout and style that works across all your projects. Once you establish a strong design language, you can start to break the rules slightly to add a creative spin to it.<\/p>\n

Utilize InDesign\u2019s master pages and paragraph styles. If you want to learn these, check out \u201cLife Changing InDesign Tips & Tricks<\/a>\u201d on our YouTube channel.<\/p>\n

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3. Experiment with delivery methods<\/h2>\n

Traditional portfolios were only delivered in physical books. In this day and age, however, they can be delivered in several formats, including print, slideshow or issuu. Make sure to export your file appropriately to ensure that your work is showcased in the best light possible.<\/p>\n