SW Oregon Architect

JANUARY 9, 2022

Together, these blog posts underscore the accelerating pace of technological change in how we design and construct buildings and the implications of that change for architects. Allen describes how developments in AI will progressively automate numerous design processes that are presently manually performed tasks.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 19, 2018

UK Architects. Architect’s Name. Project Design Team. Firm Address. There was no strategy, per se, but a desire to create a great high performance project – both in the technology and the design. This was a fixed fee based on the design scope with an hourly rate for the construction period. Among team?

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BD+C

MAY 23, 2013

Current federal contracting laws are harming the livelihood of small architecture firms, costing the government more money by increasing the number of firms competing, while discouraging small firms from entering the market, according to AIA testimony presented today on Capitol Hill.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 2, 2018

EntreArchitect: Behind the Design is a weekly blog series where we feature work designed, developed and/or built by small firm entrepreneur architect members of The EntreArchitect Community. TinkerBox by Marica McKeel of Studio MM Architect. Studio MM Architect, PLLC. Architect’s Name.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 12, 2018

This was design-build, all done by our firm. Which design software was used for this project? With contractor? Because we designed and built the two structures, either Lance or I were on site most of the time. How much control did you have over the design of the project? The architect was the builder.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 8, 2017

And like a good architect, I would explain the difference between architects and contractors and politely say, “No. Architects design the project. Contractors build them.”. Architect-Led Construction Management Services. Fivecat Studio is a full service firm. We sure do.” I would say.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 26, 2018

EntreArchitect: Behind the Design is a weekly blog series where we feature work designed, developed and/or built by small firm entrepreneur architect members of The EntreArchitect Community. Get Space Vancouver by Jarod Hall of di’velept design. di’velept design. Architect’s Name.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 9, 2018

EntreArchitect: Behind the Design is a weekly blog series where we feature work designed, developed and/or built by small firm entrepreneur architect members of The EntreArchitect Community. Describe your design team for this project. Which design software was used for this project? With contractor?

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 28, 2018

Architect’s Name. Project Design Team. Weller Design (Lighting). Firm Address. As a development the design fee was “at cost” Is that your preferred fee structure? Describe your design team for this project. Which design software was used for this project? Project Location. Mill Valley, CA.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 16, 2018

EntreArchitect: Behind the Design is a weekly blog series where we feature work designed, developed and/or built by small firm entrepreneur architect members of The EntreArchitect Community. Architect’s Name. Project Design Team. Firm Address. NA- Design at cost. With contractor?

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EntreArchitect

JULY 5, 2018

Architect’s Name. Project Design Team. Firm Address. Referrals are just looking for “an architect” and were referred by a friend. We were 50/50 equity partners in the project with the General Contractor. Describe your design team for this project. Which design software was used for this project?

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 16, 2018

I come from a family of auto mechanics and contractors, so repair and construction are in my blood. Before I was registered as a New York State architect, I worked as a carpenter and mason during summers and school breaks. The latest Architect Registration Examination (A.R.E. and boy, did I?).

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 21, 2018

Architect’s Name. Project Design Team. Firm Address. He had an interest in design and what we were working on (or studying in the early years), and always sent me interesting projects that he happened to see in his daily life. Describe your design team for this project. With contractor? Project Name.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

As well as celebrating some of the most innovative, recently-completed projects around the globe, the A+Awards also serve as an incredible indicator of which designers will be at the forefront of innovation in the coming year. AB design studio. Featured Firm: AGi architects. AKA – Apostolou Colakis architects.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 23, 2013

The Securities and Exchange Commission today voted 5-0 to propose rules aimed at letting startups tap large numbers of ordinary investors for small amounts of capital. Architects Building Owner Contractors Designers Engineers Facility Managers'

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 26, 2015

The Finalists – 2015 Life of an Architect Playhouse Design Competition … there are a lot of people from around the planet who are anxiously awaiting these results. While there are other concerns that make this playhouse design competition much more challenging than you might think, those are the two most important.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 26, 2017

To successfully complete a project, an architect is responsible for making thousands of critical decisions. The time and effort required to properly develop a design and complete a thorough set of construction documents is difficult for most anyone outside the profession to understand. But wait… for architects, there’s more.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 20, 2013

Our job as small firm architects is not only to design great buildings or to prepare construction documents, which become the legal contract between owner and contractor. Our responsibility is far greater than what’s listed in our agreement between owner and architect.

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Deezen

JANUARY 26, 2023

Findings "little surprise" "It comes as little surprise that the UK's architects find little if nothing to commend Brexit and its aftermath," said Eddie Miles, CEO of large international firm Hyphen of the survey results. "It The EU is a vital market for UK architects and construction industry. Salaries have risen.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 18, 2017

11 Steps To Better Project Management Systems for Architects. One of the most important of all the tasks we perform as architects is Project Management. I’ve been continuously improving my firm’s project management systems since we launched in 1999. Here are my eleven steps to better project management systems for architects; 1.

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 20, 2014

about me Lets Work Together Frequently Asked Questions Do you want to be an Architect? Home / Do you want to be an Architect? This meant that I could spend as much time as I wanted working on a design problem as long as I met the overall deadline. We didn’t keep time sheets – just worked towards deadlines. Michelle C.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 16, 2012

To successfully complete a project, an architect is responsible for making thousands of critical decisions. As a requirement for licensure, registered architects are responsible for the health, safety and welfare of every occupant in every project we design. But wait… for architects, there’s more.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 3, 2013

Managing Director & Counsel at The American Institute of Architects. When I asked the Entrepreneur Architect tribe who I should contact regarding legal agreements for architects, Ken’s name quickly rose to the top of the list. You may be surprised by what they offer for the sole proprietor and small architecture firm.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 2, 2014

about me Lets Work Together Frequently Asked Questions Do you want to be an Architect? Today the contractor is starting the process of drilling 56 piers on site. When we were on site last Friday, I found out that she had been reading ‘ Life of an Architect’ prior to moving from Colorado and deciding to start this project.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 28, 2021

Yet, I can’t tell you how many architects we have talked to that have said they do exactly that. For decades, architects have adapted to use innovative technology to make their designs a reality. Technology has the power to help us design buildings extremely efficiently. Design is what we do as architects.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 22, 2018

This is the transcript from EntreArchitect Podcast Episode 220, Design Voice Podcast with Catherine Meng. If you don’t know how, learn how by downloading our free course: Profit for Small Firm Architects today at EntreArchitect.com/FreeCourse. Listen to this podcast episode or download the audio file here.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 20, 2021

It may come years after the initial design, but CA is what brings projects to life. CA can make up between 5% and 40% of an architect’s fees. Not all of them can be known during design, so the construction team needs to act. Construction Administration (CA) is often the most neglected phase of a building project.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 2, 2013

And like a good architect, I would explain the difference between architects and contractors and politely say, “No. Architects design the project. Contractors build them.”. Architect-Led Construction Management Services. Another question that I’m often asked is, “Do you build the project too?”

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

One of the most popular topics discussed throughout the EntreArchitect Community is the role of the architect during the construction phase. I am often surprised by the number of firms providing architectural design services and forfeiting the final phase of the process, Construction Administration.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 17, 2013

Following these comments is a guest post; originally published in the AIA Trust educational booklet, Making The Transition To Running Your Own Firm. I am publishing it here at Entrepreneur Architect with permission, courtesy of Ann P. Architects are inherently burdened with risk and liability for the services we provide.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

Today I have the pleasure of introducing you to Marie-Claude Soulard , an architect based in the San Diego area and the owner of Soulard Architecture. Last week I posted a new discussion at the Entrepreneur Architect Linkedin Group titled Architecture is Dead: Let’s Reinvent the Profession. California Licensed Architect #C-33310.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 25, 2012

I come from a family of auto mechanics and contractors, so repair and construction are in my blood. Before I was registered as a New York State architect, I worked as a carpenter and mason during summers and school breaks. The current Architect Registration Examination (A.R.E.) photo credit: justinbaeder via photopin cc.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 10, 2007

Jonathan Segal : Architect, Developer, Contractor, Owner. The September issue of Architect magazine had a very interesting article about Segal. Since 1990, he has designed, financed and built almost two dozen buildings. Who says architects can’t make big money? No clients. No partners. Not jealous yet?

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 12, 2008

These days most architects have a website. A principal of a small firm located in Merchantville, New Jersey just minutes from Philadelphia, Greg has been developing and selling modern architecture home plans since 2002. Our designs are flexible and allow different people to use them in different ways.

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Life of an Architect

JULY 19, 2014

A while back I wrote a post titled “ Architectural Interns ” where I stated: Other than slowing things down, interns aren’t very useful in small firms because we run fast and lean. You might recognize Michael as the namesake principal of the firm where Bob and I now work.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 3, 2010

The Congress of Residential Architecture (CORA) has updated their recent position paper addressed to state governing bodies and the American Institute of Architects (AIA). Architects, individually, need to take their profession back from the contractors, construction managers, owners reps, kitchen designers, interior designers, etc.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 3, 2018

Many years ago, before Annmarie and I started our residential architecture firm, I was a project manager with Kaeyer, Garment & Davidson Architects in Mt. Dick designed the project and I developed it through construction drawings. I specified Sandtone windows months ago during Design Development. Kisco, New York.

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