<p>I applied to the school of architecture. I haven't called the person I'm supposed to contact yet because I'm very nervous about what's going to happen. My art portfolio is not so great and I don't have any architectural drawings. Also, my sketches are rather elementary and I don't have a lot to say about them. Does the evaluation part of the portfolio matters a lot at the interview? Also, what kind of level do they expect from high school students?</p>
<p>Also, the person who is going to interview me is supposed to be this young successful architect. And I have no technical knowledge regarding the field of architecture or any designing experience in architecture. Also, I don't know a lot of famous architectures or details about how they were built. </p>
<p>What kind of questions do they usually ask you? And how do they evaluate your portfolio? Does the technical part matter a lot? </p>
<p>1) getting into architecture usually has nothing to do with how good your art skills are. they look for innate talent.</p>
<p>2) they don't want to see architectural drawings</p>
<p>3) they encourage CREATIVITY, strong ideas, and your ability to process ideas into product in your portfolio</p>
<p>4) a lot of famous architects like le corbusier draw elementary. when they say they want to see freehand sketching from you, they want to be able to see that you are able to visualize what you see onto paper. it doesn't have to be realistic...but def proportional. the way you sketch and reveal certain information is also impotant</p>
<p>5) there really is no level for hs students...just passion and talent in ideas</p>
<p>6) you don't need to know much about detail in architecture. an interview is designed so that they get to know more about why you chose architecture in the first place. my advise is to be PASSIONATE about architecture, or else they'll never recommend you. know why you chose this path.</p>
<p>7) technical part is not important. don't worry about it</p>
<p>anyone have an interview with Mark Strauss? thats the guys thats interviewing me soon. hes the president of the AIA in new york, and head of a famous firm, wish i had someone easier...</p>
<p>that's actually a good thing. you get to talk with someone who has a lot of experience in the field of architecture. you learn a lot that way. there's really no one that's easier. all architects will make sure you're dedicated. if they see lack of commitment or passion, they'll probably suggest moving you to another field.</p>