In 2023, Germany led the architectural sector in employment, despite decreasing by 8.81%. The UK saw slight growth at 1.18%. The Scandinavian countries experienced diverse trends: Hungary grew by 5.56% and Norway by 1.87%, while Iceland declined by 5.47%. Noteworthy increases were seen in Cyprus (3.39%) and Serbia (3.54%). However, Greece had a significant drop of 24.24%. Over five years, Central European nations like Austria and Belgium displayed steady growth trends, while larger economies faced more dynamic changes.
Future trends could mirror the drive towards digitalization and sustainable architectural practices, potentially shifting employment figures. Central and Eastern European countries may witness modernization-driven employment growth, while Western European nations focus on new technological and green initiatives. Monitoring these trends will be crucial for projecting industry shifts and employment potential moving forward.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed of Architectural Services by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 99,440 | 2023 | -11.24% | -8.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 98,490 | 2023 | +1.76% | +1.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 67,080 | 2023 | +0.22% | -0.39% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 64,600 | 2023 | -2.05% | -1.84% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 55,490 | 2023 | -0.068% | -0.69% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 38,930 | 2023 | +0.48% | -0.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 23,650 | 2023 | +0.83% | +1.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 20,840 | 2023 | +1.91% | +2.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 15,810 | 2023 | +1.54% | +2.65% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 13,000 | 2023 | -4.47% | -2.62% | View data |
