# [Video] The Skyline Forum: Architect or Developer?

By [Brandon Donnelly](https://brandondonnelly.com) · 2015-12-14

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I recently had a discussion with [Ben Stevens](https://twitter.com/benwstevens) about architecture and real estate development for his video blog, [The Skyline Forum](http://theskylineforum.com/episode-6-architect-or-developer/). I’ve posted [about his blog before](http://brandondonnelly.com/post/134402219613/big-box-stores-are-the-new-noxious-use) because I think it’s a great idea and a great forum for the industry. I sure hope he keeps it up.

Here’s what we talked about [in Ben’s words](http://theskylineforum.com/episode-6-architect-or-developer/):

> _“In Episode 6, I caught up with Brandon Donnelly of the very popular blog_ [_Architect This City_](http://www.brandondonnelly.com/)_. Brandon has degrees in both architecture and real estate development and as such has a unique perspective on the two disciplines. In this episode, I was interested to hear about the rationale behind his decision to pursue development over architecture, his definition of “real estate developer,” and his suggestions for pursuing the kind of work in real estate development which he does (currently in Toronto). It was a great conversation and confirmed for me a lot of things I’d learned through reading his fantastic blog.”_

And here’s the video discussion:

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A big thanks to Ben for inviting me to participate – he has chatted with some big names. As a published author himself, I also appreciated him encouraging me to write a book. I’ve been thinking about doing that. Oh, and a big thanks to my mom for providing the Christmas poinsettia that ended up being prominently featured in the background ;)

I haven’t watched the full video yet, but one thing is clear: I’m quite the hand talker.

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