I am stuck on feedback.
Honestly, this process has been so rewarding. I have gotten constructive, critical and super sweet feedback. And it is more than the typical "this is awesome". It has meat to it and I can really see that I have built relationships that will carry me through this process.
I feel like I grew a thicker skin and appreciation for feedback when I was in architecture school. It definitely didn't start off that way.
Honestly, this process has been so rewarding. I have gotten constructive, critical and super sweet feedback. And it is more than the typical "this is awesome". It has meat to it and I can really see that I have built relationships that will carry me through this process.
I feel like I grew a thicker skin and appreciation for feedback when I was in architecture school. It definitely didn't start off that way.
I can specifically remember one project where we were assigned to design a rehabilitation centre. I had worked hard to integrate dignity and reflection into the design, the building would have space for solo and collective counselling; I wanted to show that there was room for growth and adaptation. When I presented my design for critic, I was proud and prepared...or so I thought.
I presented my design and await critique. The questions were relentless. Why did you design this piece like this? Why this specific angle? Why not another angle? Why? Why? Why? Why? Each question brought my question down my confidence notch by notch until I was left with a great deal of uncertainty about the decisions I had made.
Looking back, I can still remember the sting of the questions. There is no denying that feedback is hard to receive, especially when you feel certain. This is probably the most dangerous place to be when you are receiving feedback. It sets you up to be defensive and rigid.
Going through evolving Exhibit Change has been so eye-opening and heart-warming. I am receiving a variety of feedback that I know will help me grow. This is the foundation of a brand new chapter.
I presented my design and await critique. The questions were relentless. Why did you design this piece like this? Why this specific angle? Why not another angle? Why? Why? Why? Why? Each question brought my question down my confidence notch by notch until I was left with a great deal of uncertainty about the decisions I had made.
Looking back, I can still remember the sting of the questions. There is no denying that feedback is hard to receive, especially when you feel certain. This is probably the most dangerous place to be when you are receiving feedback. It sets you up to be defensive and rigid.
Going through evolving Exhibit Change has been so eye-opening and heart-warming. I am receiving a variety of feedback that I know will help me grow. This is the foundation of a brand new chapter.