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Architect Career Paths: Solopreneur vs. Firm – Pros, Cons, and My Experience

By Heather Snow · Published January 7, 2026 · Leave a Comment

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historic pastel colored houses on Lexington Street in San Francisco in the Liberty Hill Historic District

I know many architects wonder which career path suits them best.  Most architects start out working for someone else, since years of experience working under a licensed architect are a required part of the path to becoming a licensed architect.  At some point, many architects wonder, should I go out on my own? If you are…

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