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Questions for architects

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1. What personal qualities should a good architect have?

2. Why did you choose to become an architect?
3. What is the most exciting aspect of your job?
4. What is the most boring aspect of your job?
5. How has the nature of your work changed in recent years?
6. What is the most difficult part about building design?
7. What style of architecture is your favourite?
8. Which architects inspire you? Why?
9. What is your favourite building and why?
10. How do you find new clients?
11. How do you charge clients for your work?
12. How long does it take to complete a project?
13. Are you concerned about environmental issues when designing a building?
14. What kinds of problems do you have to deal with during a project?
15. How important is it to communicate well with your clients?
16. How do you deal with unrealistic expectations from your clients?
17. What happens when you and your client have completely different tastes or ideas?
18. What was the worst idea a client had?
19. How would you design your ideal home?
20. Do you think it is possible for a computer to replace a human architect?
21. What do you think houses will look like in 50 years time?
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