Folks,
I don't believe that the vast majority of practitioners or firms subscribe to this kind of thinking. I would agree with Michael Strogoff that as a profession we are trying to make a difference in what we do, whether it is design or the services to achieve that design, no matter how large or small the project. Just look at the various architecture mags and that should lift you spirits; I am always curious about what great work others are doing, no matter the project type, location or whatever. Go online and review the video on the AIA Firm of the year and listen to the passion for their work. Too often we only listen and focus on the negative, and in this day and age it is more the norm (if it bleeds it leads was the old newspaper line that now permeates most of what passes for "news")
My advice- don't tolerate closed minds or those that don't value your time, talent and expertise. There are plenty of folks doing good work for good reasons. Life is too short.
The legendary radio jockey Casey Kasem had a great line that was his sign off and it seems apropos: "Keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars."
Scott F. Gaudineer, AIA
President/CEO
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