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That Waterloo Interview.
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Full framework of the Waterloo Architecture admissions interview, and how to not f*ck it up. All opinions expressed in this video are my own and not reflective of the University. LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/al3xx-li/ Instagram (new): @al3xx.li Website (desktop only): www.al3xx.li Stock footage from Pixabay Memes from various sources
Vlog 6 - Coop 2024 || Waterloo Architecture
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Bop Visit me on my portfolio site al3xx.li Attributions: Music promoted by Mixkit Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) creativecommons.org/licenses/...
DITL - Architecture Student Co-op
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Made for Maclean's Magazine - www.tiktok.com/@macleans.education/video/7338101054732504326?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7266069770910483973
[FULL COURSE] - How to get ACCEPTED into ARCHITECTURE SCHOOL || Essays, Portfolios, Interviews
zhlédnutí 6KPřed 7 měsíci
Everything you need to know about writing the perfect essay, developing a portfolio, and some interview tips. Access a text copy (in case you're taking notes!) here: docs.google.com/document/d/1fte1zfMZ0_VTg0YEg7TaaEb_tMZiimfsJDJcc0fktWk/edit?usp=sharing DISCLAIMER - I do not mean to flame any program/school, I'm just a student who has gone through it all and knows which undergraduate programs ...
Vlog 5 - Summer 2B || Waterloo Architecture
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2B Summer 2023 Visit me on my portfolio site al3xx.li BGM: Taylor Swift - Cruel Summer
Vlog 4 - Coop 2023 || Waterloo Architecture
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My first coop experience as part of UWaterloo's architecture program placed me in Vaughan Ontario at ward99 architects inc where I learned so many skills....and ate so much food :P ._. BGM: One Day at a Time - Gentle Bones Visit me on my portfolio site al3xx.li Attributions: Music promoted by Pixabay Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) creativecommons.org/licenses/...
Vlog 3 - Summer and a little bit of 2A || Waterloo Architecture
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So I took footage, and never edited them on time...oops Visit me here: alexli.carrd.co/ or on my portfolio site al3xx.li Attributions: Music promoted by Pixabay Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) creativecommons.org/licenses/...
Ranking PEAK habits for university students.
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The title says it all, if you have all of these nailed down, you're unstoppable. Visit me here: alexli.carrd.co/ ... Attributions: Water Wood & Stone by Audionautix | audionautix.com/ Music promoted by www.chosic.com/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) creativecommons.org/licenses/... Stock footage promoted by www.videvo.net/ Other footage belongs to their respective cre...
The BEST way to read all 7 Francis D.K. Ching Books
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I read them so you know how to. Visit me here: alexli.carrd.co/ ... Attributions: Water Wood & Stone by Audionautix | audionautix.com/ Music promoted by www.chosic.com/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) creativecommons.org/licenses/... Stock footage promoted by www.videvo.net/
Waterloo Architecture Second Term Summary
zhlédnutí 786Před 2 lety
My experiences as a 1B student taking the University of Waterloo's Bachelor in Architecture. Visit me here: alexli.carrd.co/ Instagram: @al3xx.li @al3xx.4rch Discord: Al3xDJ911#1168 Attributions: Mario Kart Luigi Circut OST credits to Nintendo Water Wood & Stone by Audionautix | audionautix.com/ Music promoted by www.chosic.com/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) creativ...
All about the precis + Q&A
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In this video I go through what my precis was like, some general tips, and then a quick Q&A. Consider supporting this channel by liking, commenting, and subscribing. Visit me here: alexli.carrd.co/ Attributions: Water Wood & Stone by Audionautix | audionautix.com/ Music promoted by www.chosic.com/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) creativecommons.org/licenses/...
My First Year TECH Hardware and Software
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On first year student workflows and hardware. This was during a time when the university was using a hybrid and remote learning model aka we all stayed home. It's been 4 months since I've started using the Alienware X15 R1 as my laptop for Architecture school and so far, it's been a great ride! Consider supporting this channel by liking, commenting, and subscribing. Visit me here: alexli.carrd....
Waterloo Architecture First Term Summary
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My experiences as a 1A student taking the University of Waterloo's Bachelor in Architecture. Consider supporting this channel by liking, commenting, and subscribing. Visit me here: alexli.carrd.co/ Attributions: Water Wood & Stone by Audionautix | audionautix.com/ Music promoted by www.chosic.com/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) creativecommons.org/licenses/...
DITL - UWaterloo First Year Architecture
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Come take a look at a typical day in my life as a first-year architecture student Consider supporting this channel by liking, commenting, and subscribing. Visit me here: alexli.carrd.co/ Attributions: Water Wood & Stone by Audionautix | audionautix.com/ Music promoted by www.chosic.com/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) creativecommons.org/licenses/...
Let's go to studio! + Q&A
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Let's go to studio! Q&A
Vlog 2 - Thanksgiving!
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Vlog 2 - Thanksgiving!
Vlog 1 - First Week
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Vlog 1 - First Week
My ACCEPTED UWaterloo + UofT Undergraduate Architecture Visual Portfolio
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My ACCEPTED UWaterloo UofT Undergraduate Architecture Visual Portfolio
My ACCEPTED UBC Undergraduate Architecture Portfolio
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My ACCEPTED UBC Undergraduate Architecture Portfolio
Applying to the University of Waterloo? Here's how to approach your application.
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Applying to the University of Waterloo? Here's how to approach your application.
Applying to UBC? 1 QUICK TIP
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Applying to UBC? 1 QUICK TIP
Applying to the University of Toronto? FOCUS ON THIS ONE PRIORITY!
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Applying to the University of Toronto? FOCUS ON THIS ONE PRIORITY!
Alienware X15 R1 - My choice for architecture school
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Alienware X15 R1 - My choice for architecture school
Applying to the University of Calgary? DON'T MAKE THIS ONE MISTAKE
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Applying to the University of Calgary? DON'T MAKE THIS ONE MISTAKE
Applying to UofA? You need this ONE thing!
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Applying to UofA? You need this ONE thing!
Applying to Canadian Universities? WATCH THIS VIDEO
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Applying to Canadian Universities? WATCH THIS VIDEO

Komentáře

  • @user-yw5mc6tc3i
    @user-yw5mc6tc3i Před 2 dny

    hi, I am a current Grade 12 student and have an average score of 84, but also have 7 AP scores of 5555544, and I am now applying for bachelor of nursing or cs. Will I have the opportunity to receive an early admission?(I am not Canadian and is curious about how helpful are AP scores to my application?)

  • @holachamacosstudios3510
    @holachamacosstudios3510 Před měsícem

    Quick question, I am a current grade 11 student, with an overall gpa of 97%. Is that enough for early admissions? (I am applying for the engineering courses)

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 28 dny

      You should be in a good position, keep up the good grades!

  • @maemewo
    @maemewo Před měsícem

    Hi, I am a grade 11 student and I made a guinea pig obstacle course (a ramp with a arch attached to it out of cardboard and other materials) and I was wondering if its a good idea to have it in my Profilio? Or is it considered a bad architectural model?? xx

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 28 dny

      I wouldn't put models in there, always more to scrutinize than praise, focus on putting your best artwork in there instead!

  • @mandylin3675
    @mandylin3675 Před měsícem

    Hi, this is tech unrelated but I was wondering where you got your first drawing board from, I already have a t-square and I don’t want to buy a drafting board with a parallel bar. I saw one of your old videos that uses a drawing board without that and was wondering where you got it from.

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před měsícem

      Most of the parallel bars on drafting boards are detachable :) I was using one of the few boards in studio which are free for anyone to use. If you're going to Waterloo, they sell it internally at the school shop

  • @unknwon_4
    @unknwon_4 Před měsícem

    hi what do you think about the dell xps 15 or dell g16?

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před měsícem

      What specs are you looking at? Typically I recommend the G16 over the XPS because it's more "robust" and capable of handling large workloads.

  • @shanika2298
    @shanika2298 Před měsícem

    How do they calculate your average at UBC? Do they only look at your academic courses or all the courses you take in your grade 11 and 11 year? I have a 92 average for academic courses in grade 11, and a 94 average for all my courses in grade 11.

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před měsícem

      Both 12 and 11, with an emphasis on 12

  • @computermac9666
    @computermac9666 Před 2 měsíci

    What do you think about the ProArt series from Asus?

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 2 měsíci

      I would recommend gaming laptops over studio laptops as NVIDIA gaming drivers get updates faster and more frequently than studio drivers. Consider what makes the ProArt better than the alternatives (reference the checklist in the video), if there is a clear advantage, why not?

  • @wooshinwev4329
    @wooshinwev4329 Před 2 měsíci

    ASUS Rog Zephyrus G14 was the best laptop ive ever laid hands on UNTIL it randomly started deleting the wifi, blue screening, deleting files, etc. a year later. Idk what happened but yeah, everyone watching this please dont get a Asus like they said

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 2 měsíci

      Sucks to hear, the Zephyrus lineup was the most hyped during 2021/22 but quality control + longevity is always a gamble. What did you replace your ASUS with?

    • @wooshinwev4329
      @wooshinwev4329 Před 2 měsíci

      @@al3xxli yeahh such a shame 💔 I replaced it with the Dell XPS 15, works wonderfully

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 2 měsíci

      I have a hard time recommending the XPS because depending on stock they only have iris GPUs which are inadequate, but very happy for you to have found something that works :)

  • @luciaguo724
    @luciaguo724 Před 2 měsíci

    HELP me watching this with a mac 😭😭

  • @luciaguo724
    @luciaguo724 Před 2 měsíci

    ALEX REMEMBER ME??

  • @luciaguo724
    @luciaguo724 Před 2 měsíci

    FIRST

  • @MuhammadAbdullah-un2gf
    @MuhammadAbdullah-un2gf Před 2 měsíci

    What cgpa is good for getting an aacceptance?

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 2 měsíci

      Each program has different requirements, I recommend you to do further research within the faculty you are applying for

  • @Prajwal-shar-14
    @Prajwal-shar-14 Před 2 měsíci

    I'm now 11th class what book i refer to read for architecture

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 2 měsíci

      All the D.K Ching books are worth it! They cover ideas which are digestable for those not in the program yet. Just make sure to read them through the way I mentioned and you'll have a comprehensive understanding

  • @rakanidreis
    @rakanidreis Před 3 měsíci

    Your videos have been a lifesaverrr for me! Was accepted and am most likely attending UW arch in September, thankyouuuu :)

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 3 měsíci

      Love to hear it, see you around!

  • @klzhtux
    @klzhtux Před 3 měsíci

    Hi, thanks for the video, it honestly helped a lot in seeing what UBC looks for. I can't seem to find an answer to this online, but do you know if UBC looks more at individual grades or the overall cumulative average? (assuming that each grade is above the minimum requirement)

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 3 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed the video, most universities look at the cumulative average of your core courses. Looking at individual grades would make the process much more complicated in deciding who gets an offer who doesn't.

    • @klzhtux
      @klzhtux Před 3 měsíci

      ⁠@@al3xxli Also, I know that UBC tends to stray away from regular Canadian universities in some of their admissions processes so I was wondering if you knew what this would mean in terms of the cumulative average in grade 11 courses. More specifically, do you know if that would that be a considering factor for UBC admissions?

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 3 měsíci

      @@klzhtux Not sure what you mean by straying away, they all work on the premise that Grade 11 marks determine if you get an early acceptance. Grade 12 marks are what determines if you get to keep that offer or not. All universities consider both Grade 11 and Grade 12 averages.

  • @Just-For-Fun303
    @Just-For-Fun303 Před 3 měsíci

    I have gotten late in accepting my calgary admssion offer as my deadline was 1st may.Can I still accept my offer by 8th may?

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 3 měsíci

      I'm not affiliated with the university, but for all universities typically you cannot accept after the deadline as your spot would have been given to someone else

  • @lovely6693
    @lovely6693 Před 4 měsíci

    Hi!! Amazing video 😊 For the art portfolio, is referenced art or for example, the Batman you used as an example, a bad piece of art work to add on to your portfolio? Is this type of art frowned upon or is it appropriate for applications?

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 4 měsíci

      It really depends on the level of detail and technicality showed, if you're demonstrating a high level of artistic skill go right ahead!

  • @christinecamley
    @christinecamley Před 4 měsíci

    Fabulously organized! Terrific video! I agree completely about what a waste it is to get a service like a tutor for admission. This is really helpful info for people applying to architecture school. A close friend did it like you! She got in! Brilliant career! She studied architecture at UBC. Be well!

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 4 měsíci

      Thank you for the support! Very glad you enjoyed the content

  • @christinecamley
    @christinecamley Před 4 měsíci

    Fabulous video! I am in Vancouver and we have some spectacular architects! It's a wonderful city. Superb concise video! Very informative!

  • @christinecamley
    @christinecamley Před 4 měsíci

    Fabulous video! Very well done! Thanks so much. I hope studies are going well!

  • @RamBrijesh
    @RamBrijesh Před 5 měsíci

    Love your video! What software are using to snap those skills on different rows?

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 5 měsíci

      tiermaker.com/

  • @emmettunderwood6858
    @emmettunderwood6858 Před 5 měsíci

    *promosm* 😂

  • @kentairitsu7658
    @kentairitsu7658 Před 5 měsíci

    For Waterloo University, I don’t know how long will the interview be?

    • @kentairitsu7658
      @kentairitsu7658 Před 5 měsíci

      @@al3xxli thank you so much, this is really helpful for me!

  • @joshpark3597
    @joshpark3597 Před 5 měsíci

    Thank you for this video as it gave me a better idea of what a portfolio should look like. However, I am looking into applying for Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urbanism. Will the prompts and the portfolio outline look totally different from the one you applied for?

  • @jhamdan2012
    @jhamdan2012 Před 6 měsíci

    So stupid portfolio. The lamp thing and the chick city pot were boring and void of any artistic touch. Reading from a script is bizarre, you are supposed to speak without it and show the fluidity and engagement in your presentation.

  • @yuna3228
    @yuna3228 Před 6 měsíci

    I was also planning to apply for Uoft but I wasn't sure how to make my portfolio but this definitely helped. I'm kind of curious if I'm able to ask what averages you had before applying to university?

  • @gont1553
    @gont1553 Před 6 měsíci

    Informative video, thanks

  • @thehridzdiaries
    @thehridzdiaries Před 6 měsíci

    For the models is it okay to use pré-made items, for example I want to use a table mat for one of them (basically I mean do all need to be ‘raw’ such as only cardboard/foam/textiles)?

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 6 měsíci

      Any material works, it's even better if you show some creativity in material selection

  • @furgansiyahov7296
    @furgansiyahov7296 Před 6 měsíci

    Hi is the video interview like an actual interview where i chat with admission officers?

  • @ilovelaos
    @ilovelaos Před 7 měsíci

    I like Chinese version

  • @keelanmaclean920
    @keelanmaclean920 Před 7 měsíci

    Quick question, would PowerPoint be okay to layout your your design projects?

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 7 měsíci

      Totally ok, I ended up putting everything into Google Slides because it was easier for a simple layout

  • @tinney6627
    @tinney6627 Před 7 měsíci

    What app did you use to create the slideshow?

  • @sherlym.hconstantine5215
    @sherlym.hconstantine5215 Před 7 měsíci

    Hi! Thanks for your video! Just wondering what kind of course you took in senior high school year that kind of match the major? I don't see physic and chemistry requirements on there but if I don't take any physic or chem will that affect the general impression of my application? Since I am doing very bad in science 🥲

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 7 měsíci

      You'll have to do your own research for this one! I'm not affiliated with admissions at UBC so I don't know the specifics of each year.

    • @sherlym.hconstantine5215
      @sherlym.hconstantine5215 Před 6 měsíci

      @@al3xxlithank you thank you! Just one more small question to confirm-they will give you the video interview question before the interview right? 😂😂

  • @vuctz
    @vuctz Před 7 měsíci

    Hello, I’ve got a question What would you say is the most important component of the application? Thanks for the video btw

  • @milkiss01
    @milkiss01 Před 7 měsíci

    Thank you so much for this video!! I am applying next year and wanted to ask in your experience do Arch programs take grade 12 marks or 11 and which schools did you find the most competitive?

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 7 měsíci

      All university programs take Grade 12 marks - they can offer you a temporary offer based on your Grade 11 marks but if your G12 marks end up significantly lower they'll rescind your offer. UBC and Waterloo were most competitive, I've heard McGill is pretty competitive too. Everything else is quite easy to get into

  • @saerith19
    @saerith19 Před 7 měsíci

    Firstly, thank you so much for the video, it's awesome that you were able to put in all this work for students like me who are in need of guides!!! More specifically, would you recommend ivy league schools like UBC and Mcgill for this program? Is it better to play it safe or to go all in for the Bachelors Degree? Personally, i've been struggling into choosing what i should do since i know it's (often) a given to finish both a Bachelors and Masters in an Architecture Program so i've been thinking of focusing on something close by like Carleton ..? What do you think?

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 7 měsíci

      Glad the video helped! When thinking of your bachelors, choose whichever program allows for the most co-op internships - the goal in architecture is ALWAYS get more work experience than everyone else. If you're only thinking of those three universities, I would suggest you go for Carleton or McGill, UBC bachelors students are not very competitive against these other schools. Don't worry about what's a top ranked program what's not, in order to fail you actually have to try to fail

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 7 měsíci

      One more thing is try to avoid taking your bachelors and masters at the same place - Universities entice you by offering perks if you stay, such as a shorter program etc. but what you're doing is boxing yourself in and giving them easy money. Diversification in your education is very important! A good strategy is to start with a lower ranking program like Carleton to get a good base going, and then apply for the higher ranked schools like McGill, UofT, Waterloo for your masters.

    • @saerith19
      @saerith19 Před 7 měsíci

      @@al3xxli Thank you so much for answering so quickly! I will try my best to make good sense of all information you've provided. Happy new years and i wish you a blessed year <3

  • @anteater9257
    @anteater9257 Před 7 měsíci

    What would you say about carleton's program? (design specifically)

  • @0ceanbae
    @0ceanbae Před 8 měsíci

    Hello!! I've seen this video a while ago and was wondering if you could look over my past creative test and give me some feedbacks. I sent you PDF files through your email in your bio, I hope you could take some time to look over it :) Thank you!!!

  • @zennii1367
    @zennii1367 Před 8 měsíci

    Congratulations , Your work is stunning 💕 I’m from iraq and I want to apply for waterloo my average in 10th grade is 100% and in 11th grade is 98.2% , I still haven’t finished 12th grade my exams in summer 2024, do i have a chance of getting in? Thank you

  • @ruee3521
    @ruee3521 Před 10 měsíci

    Hey Alex, thank you for walking us through your portfolio 😭😭 It gave me a better idea of what Uoft is looking for. You said that you’d walk us through your essay for uoft but I haven’t seen any updates on it. Did you share it somewhere else? I would love to read your essay!

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 10 měsíci

      Hi! I'm actually in the process of creating an online course (video series) about architecture applications and will be uploading free snippets of the course onto YT mid-November. Essays take up a portion of the course so you can look forward to that :)

  • @angel.awunor
    @angel.awunor Před 10 měsíci

    Hey, how did you use the BGM without getting copyrighted

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před 10 měsíci

      The track falls under the "copyrighted without restrictions" category, meaning I'm free to use it as long as it's credited somewhere

  • @ginny3418
    @ginny3418 Před 11 měsíci

    Hi, thank u for your video! It was so helpful. Since I’m gonna apply UBC SALA on this year, I have an question about video interview, and it will be really greatful if you answer it!🫶🏻 I’m just wondering if I can put some photos or pictures while I do my interview. Thank you!

  • @cabrellepaho2201
    @cabrellepaho2201 Před rokem

    Hey Alex thank you Can i have your email please?

  • @erichuang8420
    @erichuang8420 Před rokem

    crazy that you can balance studies and a job at the same time!

  • @19981217rl
    @19981217rl Před rokem

    Hello, if I know 3D model skills like Sktech up or autocad, but I dont have design drawing skills, would it be enough do this? Did someone teach you to complete this test? Where is the tutorial of this test? How to do this test step by step?

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před rokem

      Hi, there's no tutorial as it's testing your own design strengths and problem solving skills. It's going to be very difficult for you to get accepted without design drawing skills as the test measures creativity and conceptualization skills, not technical modelling and CAD skills. If you're in need of improving on your design skills, I will be launching a course in November.

  • @oliviajayne9036
    @oliviajayne9036 Před rokem

    Thanks for the info... I'm an international student, I just submitted my application today with UCalgary to study software engineering. Though, I am a graduate of Computer Science. What did you think I should look out for if I'm considered for that program?

  • @lolitslina1326
    @lolitslina1326 Před rokem

    if you don't mind sharing, what was your top 6 average?

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před rokem

      Don't remember the 6 courses exactly but I applied early with an average of ~95% and kept my conditional offer with a final average of ~92%

  • @jackiebrownjoji
    @jackiebrownjoji Před rokem

    would the prompts be the same for landscape architecture as well?

    • @al3xxli
      @al3xxli Před rokem

      I wouldn't think so, landscape architecture is similar in design but very different in terms of practice.