Navigating Architecture: Chris Hartiss Reflects on Career, Challenges, and Change

Christopher Hartiss' architecture career is useful because it shows how drawings, communication, teaching, mentoring and leadership all build professional judgement over time.Stephen Drew speaks with Christopher Hartiss about architecture career paths, mentorship, teaching, Squire and Partners, Chelsea Barracks, drawings, leadership, personal interests, teamwork, job-market advice, interviews and professional growth.The conversation covers: How drawings and communication remain core professional skills Why diverse experience outside architecture can still shape a stronger career What candidates can learn from practice leadership and mentoring How interview preparation and professionalism affect career movement Why mistakes and changes can become useful career evidence ____▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FoLNnPl0j-A📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/christopher-hartiss-architecture-career/Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:https://architecturesocial.com/The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:https://archademia.com/architecture-social/Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.____Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:54 Chris's Career Journey in Architecture 01:47 Mentorship and Teaching 03:30 Early Inspirations and University Experience 05:09 Navigating Career Challenges 06:11 Gaining Practical Experience 12:01 The Value of Diverse Experiences 24:22 Joining Squire and Partners 28:24 The Culture of Squire and Partners 29:27 Balancing Architecture and Personal Interests 30:04 The Journey to Becoming an Architect 34:08 The Importance of Teamwork in Architecture 41:57 Navigating the Job Market and Professional Growth 44:24 Interview Tips and Professionalism 57:39 Reflecting on Career and Mistakes 59:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts