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#myAUArchStory - Melanie Reed

Choosing architecture has been a sum of ā€œlittle thingsā€ throughout my life. These little things started at a young age. I was always drawing ā€“ you would rarely find me without a pencil and paper. When I was figuring out what I wanted to study in college my mom went to her room and pulled out forgotten drawings of rooms drawn from different angles and perspectives. It was in that moment that I realized architecture may well be what I wanted to study and do.

Over the course of my time at ČÕŗ«AV I have learned a tremendous amount. I have learned (and continue to learn) the art of teamwork as well as the art of constructive criticism. I have learned how to fail and pick up the pieces, but most importantly I have learned the impact that architecture has on human experience. This human component is one of the significant reasons I have committed myself to architecture. I am looking to help make a better life for people through the creativity of architecture. Being at Andrews has only intensified my want to impact peopleā€™s lives.

The architecture program is an environment that is one of a kind; They teach us what it takes to make impactful and meaningful spaces, and to do it for Godā€™s glory. Andrews has taught me that I can be the best at what I do technically but if I cannot do it in an environment of collaboration and integrity, in the words of Paul, it is a clanging symbol. Andrews has helped me understand what it means to be a servant in my profession. What I create affects others for a lifetime, and in giving myself fully to the process I am also shaped and reshaped over a lifetime allowing for the visual expression of a better me. Thank you ČÕŗ«AV School of Architecture and Interior Design for creating an environment that is positive and inspiring!

Melanie Reed | 5th Year | Orlando, Florida