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Architect
From Citizendium, the Citizens' Compendium
An architect is a professional engaged in the art and science of designing buildings.
History & Etymology
The word architect comes from the Latin architectus, derived in turn from the Greek arkhitekton (arkhi, chief + tekton, builder)[1]
Legislation
In most jurisdictions architecture is a regulated profession requiring extensive formal education and work experience prior to obtaining a licence.
