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The Reality of the Traveling Architect: How Much Do Architects Really Travel for Work?

heather · October 13, 2025 · Leave a Comment

Movies make architecture look glamorous and mobile, but most architects aren’t jet-setting designers. From construction site visits to remote work realities, here’s what travel really looks like in the profession and how much architects travel for work. Some of the links below are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no…

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The Value of a Solo Travel Sabbatical: How Four Months in Europe Changed My Life

heather · October 5, 2025 · Leave a Comment

After a decade without a real break, in 2018 I took a four-month solo travel sabbatical to travel through Europe, and it changed me in ways I never expected. In this post, I will go into what led up to the trip and how solo travel helped me reset, grow, and return to work stronger…

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Why am I starting a blog NOW?

heather · September 15, 2025 · Leave a Comment

I’ve wanted to start a blog about architecture and travel for years, and after new inspiration at the AIA Conference in Boston, I’m finally beginning. This space is where I’ll share my perspective as a San Francisco–based architect and traveler, and hopefully connect with others along the way. Some of the links below are affiliate…

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