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Studying architecture can feel overwhelming. This realistic guide shows how to study architecture effectively, manage your workload, build a strong portfolio, and avoid burnout - from a former architecture lecturer.
Read MoreI’ve launched a monthly newsletter. It’s a way to connect with you, and my community, and serve you with exciting things like posts, stories, motivational quotes, links, offers, and so much more. I want to share my downloads; wins, struggles and lessons learned. But imposter syndrome kicked in, and I started to overthink it so it had been living in drafts. But no more…
Read MoreDidn’t get the grades you hoped for? Clearing doesn’t mean the end of your architecture dreams. This post explains how to study architecture through UCAS Clearing in the UK, including direct entry options.
Read MoreArchitectural lettering isn’t just about neat handwriting - it’s a design language. The way you write on your drawings communicates clarity, confidence, and precision. In this post, I’ll show you how to master the timeless skill of writing like an architect, with simple techniques to improve your line control, consistency, and style. Plus, you’ll get free practice worksheets to help you perfect your architect handwriting and make every sketch, note, or title look professional.
Read MoreA Comprehensive Guide to two point perspective for Interior Design and Architecture Students
Read MoreMastering One-Point Perspective: Essential Guide for Interior Design and Architecture Students
Read MoreSonia Nicolson is a British Chartered Architect (ARB) and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), with 15+ years of international experience in architecture and design education. She has taught and mentored over 8,000 students worldwide and now helps architecture and interior design students build confidence in hand drawing, visual communication, and portfolio development.
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Architect & former University Lecturer turned Entrepreneur. I help female Entrepreneurs successfully Design & Build their Creative Businesses in Interior Design, Architecture & Urban Sketching.
Architect & Creative Educator helping you design and build your career and creative business in Interior Design, Architecture and Urban Sketching.
ARB - British Chartered Architect
FHEA - Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Senior Lecturer, Arts University Bournemouth (UK)
Academic Representative, British Council (Design Education)
Academic Director, Raffles Design Institute (India)
Teaching architecture through hand drawing, sketching, and architectural thinking, and creating original artwork and commissions from the same practice.
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