{"id":44055,"date":"2026-05-08T15:00:41","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T13:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.architect-us.com\/blog\/?p=44055"},"modified":"2026-05-10T10:51:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-10T08:51:19","slug":"from-peru-to-nyc-a-new-beginning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.architect-us.com\/blog\/2026\/05\/from-peru-to-nyc-a-new-beginning\/","title":{"rendered":"From Peru to NYC: A new beginning"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hi everyone! My name is Sethguin, and I\u2019m a Peruvian architect. As an architect, I\u2019ve always been inspired by how cities tell stories through space, and New York<\/strong> is one of the most iconic examples of that. I\u2019m currently going through a big change in my life, as I will be moving to New York City in the next few days.<\/p>\n

Since university, one of my biggest goals has been to gain international academic and professional experience. In 2025, I was planning to apply for a master\u2019s degree in architecture, and by a stroke of luck, I came across Architect-US<\/strong> again. I had known about them before, as I discovered their platform while I was still in university and had previously researched their work. This time, I decided to apply with my portfolio and keep my fingers crossed.<\/p>\n

After applying, their advisors gave me valuable feedback and showed me which areas I needed to improve in my portfolio to make it more internationally competitive. They also shared helpful tips to strengthen it. So, I got to work!<\/p>\n

The next step was being accepted into the Architect-US candidate pool. After that, I applied to different job opportunities and started preparing for interviews. The following month, I had my interview with O\u2019Neil Langan Architects<\/a>, and I was accepted into the company.<\/p>\n

Looking back at the past few months, I still can\u2019t believe how much has changed. I feel a bit nervous, but also very grateful and excited. It has been a rollercoaster of emotions. This is a big opportunity for me, and I will give my best in every project.<\/p>\n

This is actually my second time in New York. The first time was in 2022, when I participated in an English language program for a month. I really enjoyed the experience: the architecture, the energy of the city, and everything it has to offer.<\/p>\n

I can\u2019t wait to start this new chapter of my life, achieve my career goals, and continue improving my skills.<\/p>\n

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