The Year I Studied Architecture in Japan
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Studying architecture in Japan changed how I see design, discipline, and drawing. Here’s how that experience shaped my creative journey.
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How to Safely Use a Scalpel and Cut Model Materials
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Using a scalpel is an essential skill for model making in architecture and design. This guide walks you through how to cut materials safely, avoid accidents, and create your own DIY sharps disposal box-simple steps every design student should know.
Read More5 Reasons to Pursue a Career in Design: Insights from an Architect and Interior Designer
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If you’re considering a career in design, whether it’s in architecture, interior design, or related fields, you’ve come to the right place. As an architect and interior designer with years of experience, I’m thrilled to share the top five reasons to embrace a career in design as immensely rewarding and fulfilling.
Read MoreArchitecture & Design Portfolio Preparation Guide (University Interviews)
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Preparing for an architecture or design university interview? This comprehensive portfolio preparation guide, written by a former university lecturer, shows you exactly what to include, how to present your work, and what interviewers are really looking for, so you can walk in feeling confident and prepared.
Read MoreThe Creative Confidence Toolkit
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A practical and uplifting guide for students and creatives. Learn how to boost your creativity, manage overwhelm, and rebuild your confidence with simple daily rituals.
Read MoreMy Message to Architecture and Design Students and Graduates
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Life as a design student is intense, exciting and transformative. In this personal message I share my journey through architecture school and 10 essential tips to help students and graduates navigate their next chapter with confidence.
Read MoreAbout Sonia Nicolson
Sonia Nicolson is a British Chartered Architect (ARB) and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), with 15+ years of international experience in Architecture, Interior Architecture & Design, and design education. As a Senior Lecturer, she has taught and mentored over 8,000 students worldwide and now helps aspiring architecture and interior design students develop confidence in hand drawing, visual communication, and portfolio preparation.
Through her courses, ebooks, and mentoring, Sonia specialises in making complex design skills clear, practical, and accessible - especially for students preparing for college, university, applications, or a career in the built environment.
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