2012 Contractor Information Small Firm 
EntreArchitect
APRIL 6, 2015
Originally published on the week of this blog’s relaunch on December 12, 2012, this article has been the most popular week in, week out. Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. As an Advisor, the contracts are direct between the owner and contractor.
Life of an Architect
FEBRUARY 27, 2014
I have almost always worked in small firms – except for that one time when I didn’t, which wasn’t a bad year but it cemented in my mind that my skill set is better suited for a small architectural firm. Here are my Top 5 Reasons to work in a Small Architectural Firm: 1.
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Life of an Architect
JUNE 18, 2014
I recently did a video interview as part of an ongoing AIA Small Firms Roundtable series. I was once told by my father-in-law that I would make a great contractor. What exactly was it about me that warranted him telling me that I would make a great contractor? …… it was because I’m good at yelling at people.
Life of an Architect
APRIL 20, 2014
As a result of all this extra time working – along with working in a small firm, I was given opportunities very early on in my career and I was able to take advantage of them. This information applies to not only architecture students, but to most career paths. i learned so much from the contractors this way!
EntreArchitect
DECEMBER 26, 2017
Originally published on the week of this blog’s relaunch on December 12, 2012, this article has been the most popular week in, week out. Most sole practitioners and small firms I know struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. As an Advisor, the contracts are direct between the owner and contractor.
Life of an Architect
MARCH 2, 2014
If you want to know how this trellis might look, here is the basic concept [ Modern Trellis ] that I covered on the site April 2012 – which turned out terrific. Today the contractor is starting the process of drilling 56 piers on site. Your articles on selecting a contractor/builder and contracts helped with our decisions.
Life of an Architect
OCTOBER 27, 2013
I stand by that comment and think that clean and easy to read architectural drawings do more than just make me feel good about my artistic side, they help convey information to the people you are creating the drawings for in the first place. I am more than happy to provide any dimensions someone may want, all you have to do is ask.
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