Parents

So, you have an aspiring architect…

Below are some resources, activities, and tips to help you guide your future architect along their path to a successful career.

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Help find a mentor for your child.

Seek a positive, encouraging role model for your child. If your child shows strong interest in architecture, help them find an inspiring mentor. Having a great mentor can fuel your child’s career aspirations.

Resist treating your child as an extension of you.

Your child is a exceptional individual. They are not you. The things that might drive you silly about a certain job might be the things they absolutely love doing. Resist the urge to tell your child to avoid a certain path just because it’s something that doesn’t interest you. Your child might not be interested in attending your alma mater or doing the work you do.

Be patient and encouraging.

Remind your child that the quest to do work they love is often a long process of self-discovery and experimenting. They may change course as they navigate their career path. Be patient with your child during these difficult decisions, and encourage them to keep learning more about themselves so they can keep growing into the amazing person they are meant to be.

K-12 design activities.

The AIA New York Center for Architecture assembled a long list of free, online design activities. These short, easy to follow design projects use simple materials to get kids exploring building design, New York City history, landscape design, interior design, game design, skyscrapers and more.

Explore all our resources by age group.

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