Work-Life Balance in Architecture - Playing the Game

This book seeks to improve the work lives of architects of diverse demographics who do not fit, or want to replicate, the traditional -24/7- white-male architect lifestyle. Aimed at a workforce whose life and career expectations have changed drastically in recent years, it helps readers of different generations to make informed choices about their careers - enabling students, educators and professionals to prioritise well-being and offer their design and practice voice to enhance a built environment for all.

Work-Life Balance in Architecture examines what it means to play the -game of architecture- - to choose to study and pursue a career in architecture rather than another profession. The book shows the economic, social and professional structures within which architectural education and practice operate and reveals the impact of a corporate, neoliberal -big business- mentality on wellbeing.

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