Agree on that a successful architectural practice is not a solo show. In order to create a comprehensive and impactful proposal, it is a collaborative work with different professionals covering a variety of aspects. Hard work, integration of technology and innovation in terms of materials applications and design are also keys to be the top.
Still I am very curious on how all these big starchitects rise to the top. How they overcome those hurdles and how they find their ‘niche’ in such a competitive industry. Hopefully can see more of your sharing on this :)