25 Amazing Gifts For Architects | Cool Ideas For The Aspiring Designer

Ever wanted to send someone to architecture school but maybe you lack the funds? Just send them this book - they may decide this book is tantamount to several years of school, and they might learn everything they need to know. Maybe...

When you're looking at blueprints all day, you might as well really be looking at blueprints all day. Keep this mug at the office or on the job site so at some point you can stop looking at blueprints all day.

This is the most architectural countertop juicer that has ever existed. Your architect buddies who also love a good glass of fresh squeezed OJ obviously need it as soon as possible.

Notre Dame is arguably the best example of Gothic architecture in the world. Show the architect in your life that you actually know a fact or two about classic buildings yourself with this clever pop-up card that truly does the French cathedral justice (in paper form).

Manscaping is becoming more and more popular these days and every man needs a good grooming tool to stay looking and feeling great. Gillette has created a 3-in-1 tool that makes shaving the whole body smooth and easy.

Equipped with scissors, tweezers, nail filer, blade, toothpick, and other great tools, the pocket-size Swiss Army Knife helps your architect stay prepared wherever they are.

Work hard and look sharp with this sleek blueprint bowtie. Pair it with the triangle cufflinks so everyone you meet knows you mean business - architecture and engineering business.

A must in every architect's toolbox is the conversion calculator. I'm sure people can do coordinate geometry in their heads, but why spend the brain power when you can use this little beauty? A very practical architect gift.

This caliper pen is a multitool that boasts a caliper rule, tire tread gauge, ruler, thread scale and writing pen. The ultimate multi-tool for the architect on the go!

A desktop magnifier is crucial for examining the detailed notes of extensive blueprints. Keep your architect pal's eyes from straining with this thoughtful gift.

These are the glasses you want to fill when you need something to sip while you gaze at your modern bird feeder. They really do just go together.

Document tubes are an everyday essential when your work requires great, detailed designs. Spare no expense toting around your hard work with this stately leather document tube.

Is it safe to say architecture and legos go hand in hand? I think yes. This Lego set is geared toward older aficionados but is appropriate for young architects as well.

Aspiring architects can gaze on this mansion planter and think about all the glorious designs in their future. Which may include the occasional mansion, or two...

This miniature concrete village is a scale model, a game, a maze, a puzzle and a decorative item. Like, I said, engineers can find multiple uses for pretty much everything.

Take a break from designing and engineering with this brain-stimulating puzzle. Made from laser cut, etched wood, this puzzle will shake loose any mental roadblocks that may keep you from excelling.

When the dynamic thinking that occupies their waking hours creeps into the kitchen, this obsessive cutting board will make food prep a little less harrowing - and having every cut/slice/dice be precise will be a gift in itself.

Coasters are a necessary household item; these clever palette coasters make the lifting and stacking of drinks easier, though we don't necessarily recommend such activities. These make fun gifts for architects!

Good design means the creation of something that won't require replacement. Hence the perpetual calendar. It's about time someone improved on the wall hanging decorative paper calendars of old.

This is the sharpie that makes all other sharpies look like crayons. It is easily the most adult version of a sharpie that exists; a fine pen with all the quality you expect from the leading maker of thick markers.

Chess playing design enthusiasts will appreciate this wobble chess set for both its sleek design and its clever construction. Whoa, there goes your Bishop! Whoa, there goes your Knight. Whoa, everything wobbles! Isn't this one of the coolest gifts for an architect?

Everyone whose work demands the constant presence of a pencil requires a zippered pencil bag. That's pencil carrying 101. Don't let your pencil users go without a smart protector lest they lose a thousand graphite tips.

Laser measures ensure true results. Eliminating human error is a daily task for anyone primarily working with figures, angles and numbers. Make their life a little easier. This is just what every architect needs!

One of the most sought after toys for all architects out there (especially tech geeks!) is a 3D printer. The FlashForge is no joke and is ranked as one of the top machines out there. This will be a gift that's never returned…promise us!

Do they hate going anywhere without their favorite cup of coffee? Well, now they don't have to thanks to the AeroPress portable coffee maker. It has all the tools so your architect can make their favorite hot cup of coffee when they need it the most.

A must-have for any architect or engineer, the original digital tape measure has a bright display and holds up to 3 memories, so he can see and remember all his measurements with no problems.