Pros
-great client base with repeat client relationships -nice flow of new incoming work even during pandemic -beautiful office space with spectacular views -strong internal visualization team allowing projects to have an identity earlier on in the process -clean sensible graphics and designs -revit-based office -well-run from admin staff standpoint
Cons
-pay is below average and bonuses are very poor; year to year increases are minimal -too hierarchical with inconsistent promotion program -favoritism towards select individuals in office -lack of transparency and communication by senior leadership to the studio; colleagues feel in the dark far too often for decisions -HR is atypical and nonfunctional; heavily defends action of senior leadership and does not give a voice to the studio. -studio culture is lacking, irrespective of work from home. this was a problem pre-pandemic -there is an air of disrespect among many in the studio towards their colleagues, especially by titled staff and senior leadership -overtime has sadly become the norm. work life balance has largely been eroded -turnover the last few years and months has been concerning -the office has become far too politically-motivated and lacks depth on matters of diversity -too much emphasis placed on new employees’ stance on social issues instead of their merits and ability