Freeeee from studio

Final architecture review was this morning and it went infinitely smoother than last time. The teachers really didn't have much to say, but it was overall positive. The dean didn't give me a hard time like last time, thankfully. Still, it's a huge shame that we spend so long preparing materials and are given a total of 15 minutes to present and then discuss our ideas... another reason why grad school in China feels like undergrad in the States. Sigh I kinda feel like I am sleep-deprived, malnourished, and stressed for no reason.









Review may be over, but new wave of stress from papers...on a more positive note, I have an internship. I'll be working as the assistant editor to the Shanghai architecture/interior design magazine 《设计家》or Designer and Designing. According to Jianlaoshi, it's supposed to well-established, covers new design projects, and interviews famous architects. Not sure which famous architects he's talking about... On one hand, it sounds great--at least on paper. However, I won't be developing any architecture-related skills which is kinda why I signed up for this program...I strongly suspect I will be translating articles for the next 5 months for little pay. I guess it's a good chance to learn other workplace skills, and I am really interested in graphic design and print media.

Just made a batch of tea leaf eggs. I'm trying hard to finish food in my fridge, but the condiments may be a problem.

Seriously gotta get at least one good night's sleep.