How Do I Become a Contributing Writer?
If you have not previously written for Buildipedia and would like to become a contributing writer, submit a writing sample of a published article (a link to your article will suffice) and any supplementary information (resume, website link, etc.) that you would like to have considered. Submissions should be emailed to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Once your submission has been reviewed, a member of our editorial team will let you know if there is an available story assignment that fits your area of interest.
Pitch Original Content
You may also pitch an original story idea of your own. Send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and include the following, at a minimum:
- Proposed scope
- Sources you plan on reaching out to (if applicable)
- Article type
You will be contacted by a member of the editorial team to discuss your proposed article and answer any questions you may have. If we approve the assignment, we will email you a blanket independent contractor/contributing writer's agreement.
Regional Correspondents
Buildipedia works with regional correspondents to report on AEC activity. If you live in California, the Southwest (Arizona, New Mexico, etc.), Texas, the South East (Florida, Georgia, etc.), New York, Chicago, Denver, Seattle, or Europe, this is your opportunity to get the word out. If there is a different region on which you would like to report, by all means let us know.
Article Types and Requirements
Blog
Examples: DIY Vintage Crate Storage, Living with Solar Energy
- Sources: Not required
- Photographs: A minimum of 5
- Text: 450 words minimum
Featurette
Examples: The Bacardi Building, Madrid’s Industrial Evolution: El Matadero
- Sources: Not required
- Photographs: A minimum of 10
- Text: 400 words minimum
Featurette with Interview
Examples: Minimalist Design of Cité de l'Océan et du Surf Museum Inspired by Sea and Sky, Case Study: Clinical and Translational Science Building, Part 2
- Sources: One required
- Photographs: work with Buildipedia editor to secure photographs, drawings, PDFs, video, etc. as made available by sources.
- Text: 500 words minimum
Feature
Examples: Infrastructure Series, Light Gauge Metal Stud Framing, Demolition Best Practices, Living Green in Outdoor Spaces
- Includes building case studies that cover multiple design features and vendors as well as an article covering one building that includes multiple assets.
- Sources: An interview with one source, at a minimum, is required
- Photographs: work with Buildipedia editor to secure photographs, drawings, PDFs, video, etc. as made available by sources.
- Text: 750 words minimum
