definitions

What is architecture?

Architecture has a lot of definitions, but for us is the combination of construction elements where people can develop themselves. An example of that are houses where they can live or malls where they can recreate.

What is Urban Planning?

Is architecture but in macro spaces. This means that in Urban Planning they design spaces where the buildings, parks, houses, and other things will be located, depending on the social matters of the place.

What are their purposes?

The purpose of architecture is creating spaces for the human developments, and the purpose of urban planning is designing the places where those places will be located.

What are their similarities and differences?

In the similarities, we can find that in both spaces are designed for the development of humans and their needs. One of the differences between both is that urban planning is focused on the society and the architecture on individuals or specific groups of people.

Have you ever thought of what it takes to be an architect or an urban planner?

You need to have vocation and inspiration; you also need to be patient because both disciplines take a lot of time and hard work. You have to be good at designing.

Spatial abilities and drawing skills would help a lot.

Have you ever thought of the traits needed to succeed in these careers**?**

Its basically the same traits that you need to be an architect, but you also need organization and to be constant and feel passion for what you do.