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Portfolio

Meaning in architecture, with examples

/pɔːrtˈfoʊlioʊ/nounCore term

In architecture, portfolio means: A selected collection of an architect's or student's best work, such as projects, drawings, models and images, used to apply for jobs, schools or competitions.

In Turkish: portfolyo

How it is used

Essential for internships, master's applications and job interviews. Architects put together, update and present a portfolio, usually as a PDF of 10 to 30 pages. Many offices first ask for a short sample portfolio.

Example sentences

  1. Send us your CV and a short portfolio of no more than ten pages.

  2. I'm updating my portfolio with this year's housing project.

Common collocations

  • put together a portfolio
  • sample portfolio
  • portfolio review
  • update your portfolio
  • digital portfolio
  • presentation boardA large sheet, often A1 or A0, on which drawings, images, diagrams and short texts are arranged to present a project to a jury, client or competition.
  • renderTo produce a realistic or atmospheric image of a design from a 3D model, using software that calculates light, materials and shadows.
  • juryA panel of tutors and invited architects who review students' projects and give feedback and grades, or a panel that judges a design competition.
  • architectural competitionA contest in which architects submit design proposals for a project and a jury, often judging them anonymously, chooses the best one for a prize or the commission.

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