Having been involved with the UK architectural sector for many years, I am fully aware of the challenges professionals face, such as low pay, unpaid overtime, student debts, cost of living, and more. However, I wondered what outsiders thought of the architectural profession. Is it valued or not? There’s only one way to find out.

So, I started asking my friends and family, “How much do you think an architect earns in the UK?” To my surprise, the usual response was in the range of around £70k-£80k per year, indicating they perceive it as a valued and well-paid profession.

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