<p>Weird? I tell folks that architecture is more of a cult than a profession. The reason it seems weird to you is because you haven’t been indoctrinated yet. It does not matter what school you attend, the first year is spent tearing you down so they can build you back up. The sleep deprivation and the group reviews are all designed clear away any notions you had of good design so they can build you back up with their image of the world. You will go off to school thinking that your parent’s house was pretty nice, and come back after the first year wondering how you survived growing up in such a piece of middle class crap. Don’t worry, you will mellow out over time, but the students you share this experience with will be some of the closest friends you will ever make. It will definitely change your view of the world.</p>
<p>rick</p>