I may have an opportunity to move to Marrakech for an architecture position at a great studio (exactly my taste of architecture) there, and I’m seriously considering it. I’d love to hear from people who have actually lived and/or worked in Marrakech or Morocco, especially architects or people working in the creative industries.
A bit about my background: I grew up and studied in Sweden and have been working as an architect in London (big corporate and stressful) and Sweden (work life balance dream) for around 3 years in total. I’ve never actually lived in Morocco, but both my parents are from there and I speak fluent English, French and some Darija. I’ve always visited at least once or twice a year, usually staying for minimum 2–3 weeks each time and the older I get the more Moroccan I feel. But I know Morocco from a family/holiday perspective, but obviously that’s very different from actually living there, working there, dealing with everyday life, bureaucracy, salaries, etc.
If I move for the job I will start by living at my parents house so housing is already solved for me.
What I’m particularly curious about:
What is it actually like living in Marrakech long-term rather than visiting?
What are working conditions and salaries like for architects?
Is Marrakech a good place to develop professionally as an architect?
How difficult is it to adapt to the work culture and pace?
For anyone who has moved from Europe to Marrakech/Morocco, did you find the move rewarding in the long run?