Six semesters. Looking back, it is hard to believe how much has changed.
I entered architecture school with almost no knowledge, no real foundation, and no idea what I was getting myself into. The beginning was not easy. I struggled to adapt, constantly compared myself with others, and often questioned whether I was capable of doing architecture. There were moments when I felt completely lost, especially when the effort I put in did not always translate into the results I hoped for.
But somehow, I kept going.
Throughout these three years, I learned that growth in architecture does not happen overnight. It came slowly through every failed idea, every rejected design, every late night, every criticism, and every time I had to start again. My tutors and lecturers played a huge part in this journey, each teaching me different ways to think, question, experiment, and approach design. My friends and family also made the difficult moments easier to get through.
As the semesters passed, I became more confident in expressing my ideas and more willing to step outside my comfort zone. I began to understand that architecture is not simply about creating something that looks good, but about developing an idea, solving problems, accepting limitations, and constantly finding ways to improve it.
The final semester was probably the most exhausting. There were countless deadlines, sleepless nights, skipped meals, and moments when I felt completely burnt out. Yet, seeing everything finally come together on the final presentation day made all of it feel worthwhile. At that moment, I realised that I was no longer the same person who walked into Semester 1 with zero knowledge and zero confidence.
Architecture has taught me more than just how to design buildings. It taught me patience, resilience, self-belief, and the courage to keep moving forward even when I did not know where the path was leading.
I am grateful for every high and low, every person I met, and every lesson along the way. I may not have started this journey knowing where I would end up, but I am proud of the person I became along the way.