Life of an Architect

MARCH 9, 2014

One of the items in that post was the list “ Top 5 Reasons to work in a Small Architectural Firm ” which is somewhat biased because I didn’t really represent the benefits to working in a large architectural firm. Fantastic Resources At every step of the design process, the central focus is design.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 30, 2014

If you listened to the episode , you heard me talk about starting a blog as part of my Lead Conversion Action Plan. Following the launch of our website and working to keep fivecat.com well represented on the Google search engine, launching the blog was the most successful marketing strategy we’ve ever implemented.

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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. As a requirement for licensure, registered architects are responsible for the health, safety and welfare of every occupant in every project we design. This is a repost from deep in the archives.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 10, 2018

Almost 40 tips for Starting an Architecture Firm. After obtaining my license as an Architect in New York, I brainstormed several long term goals and decided to start a personal blog, develop design projects, and learn everything that I could about starting an architecture firm. Or will it be a design-build?

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Archmark

MAY 13, 2022

Set Up and Use Your Linkedin Profile to Find, Attract, and Connect with Your Ideal Architecture Firm Clients Archmark's Definitive Architecture Firm Marketing Guide to Perfecting Your Linkedin Profile. I designed this home/office myself , etc.” We are just looking for a set of blueprints.” Sorry, but it’s true.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 26, 2014

Many small businesses, including many small architecture firms, after years of finding ways to keep the doors open are succumbing to the years of economic instability and calling it quits. We’re spending only what needs to be spent to build a stronger firm… and much sacrifice remains.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 15, 2015

It was originally prepared in February 2013 by my friend Steven Burns, FAIA as Step 7 of the original EntreArchitect Academy “12 Steps to Success” Blog Series. Steve is the creator of ArchiOffice ® the leading office, project management and time tracking software used in more than 1,000 small and mid-sized architectural firms.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 21, 2016

Years before launching EntreArchitect, I published a quarterly newsletter for my own residential architecture firm, Fivecat Studio. With more than 5,000 subscribers, I have built a strong community of like-minded small firm architects who look forward to my letter and respond in kind with thoughtful communication.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 15, 2013

When architects ask me how much it will cost to launch an architecture firm, I say, “as much as you need.” ” Below I will discuss the very basics required to launch a sole proprietor architecture firm. Design Software: $0 to $1,200 ( DraftSight is free. Let start by finding a place to work.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 22, 2017

Wintner, AIA, Emeritus , an architecture management consultant and co-author of the book, Financial Management for Design Professionals: The Path to Profitability. Financial Management for Architects (blog). How To Fix Your Profitability Problem as a Small Firm Architect (blog). More from Steve L.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Celebrating 7 Years Serving Small Firm Architects. All this month EntreArchitect is celebrating our 7th-anniversary serving small firm architects around the world. Recently we launched our 13th professional peer group at the EntreArchitect Academy Small Group Mastermind. Together, we have come so far. Click here.

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Archmark

MARCH 29, 2019

How to make marketing work for your architecture firm. Recently, we asked Richard Marshall, Principal with Perkins+Will , about the importance of marketing for small firms, “The best organizations view marketing as just as important a skill set as design. If you don’t build a pipeline of work you have no work.”. “

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Archmark

JULY 26, 2021

Five Architect Marketing Building Blocks to Grow Your Firm! The best organizations view marketing as just as important a skill set as design. Read on to learn about five effective marketing building blocks that contribute to architecture firm growth. Design your site adapt to different screen sizes, like mobile devices.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 2, 2014

Running a firm without understanding basic financial rules is a recipe for failure. Learn about financial management for small firms here and basic financial reports here. We see our role as a guide, leading our clients through the experience of designing and building their project.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 5, 2016

The all-new EntreArchitect is built exclusively for you; the small firm entrepreneur architect. We have a new logo, a new website and a new format designed and dedicated to help YOU build a better business. Return to this blog each week throughout the month to learn more about money. Welcome to the All-New EntreArchitect.

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A Better Built Environment

MAY 9, 2021

They are utilitarian, designed to house people affordably, survive earthquakes, and protect inhabitants from the weather. Most could be described as brutalist with concrete or tile exteriors, relatively small windows, and minimal decoration. Most of the individual buildings in Tokyo are ugly. One leads to the other in a vicious cycle.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Working with many architecture firms over the past several years our agency, Archmark Architect Branding & Marketing, has been approached by many architects who have struggled to establish a consistent, repeatable, and reliable process to attract new clients and projects. The Evolution of Architecture Firm Marketing.

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 27, 2014

So I thought I would put together an architectural job “starter kit” of all the things you should be paying attention to if you’re planning on getting a job at an architectural office. My experience demands that I champion the advantages of working in a small firm, it’s what I know and love.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

In a recent conversation with a professional colleague who is a small firm practitioner (3 people total), he expressed his frustration with not being able to get to the ‘business of his business’. Over time, he is confident the firm’s financial stability will be enhanced, as profitability increases. Track Your Time.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 15, 2014

This man founded his own architecture firm in the same year as we launched Fivecat Studio, in 1999… and merged his practice with another firm just a few years ago. Way back in October of 2012 I featured him on the blog, before relaunching the site as EntreArchitect.com that same year in December.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 29, 2015

I wrote a 3-part blog series a couple years back sharing the full story of how Annmarie and I started our own architecture firm. We know the codes and can quickly prepare successful designs. ” appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. A bathroom renovation?

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EntreArchitect

MAY 18, 2014

As many of you know, my vision for Entrepreneur Architect is for our community to become an influential force in the profession of architecture. The blog has grown and is slowly becoming known throughout the world of architecture. I share my stories on the blog and at the podcast because that is what I know. Have no fear.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Last week on the EntreArchitect Podcast, I spoke with architect, author and founder of 30X40 Design Workshop, Eric Reinhold. We talked about how to self-publish books as a small firm architect. I asked Eric how he runs his successful architecture firm and finds enough time to write two books. His answer?

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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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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

OCTOBER 31, 2021

As an attendee of architecture school in Canada and the Glenn Murcutt Masters Class in Australia, and a designer who has worked in Thailand, China, Japan, Germany, and the US, I’ve strived to create meaningful architectural work and improve communities worldwide. Tap your network. Bring something to the table.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 12, 2014

Years before launching Entrepreneur Architect, I published a quarterly newsletter for my own residential architecture firm, Fivecat Studio. With more than 3,000 subscribers, I have built a strong community of like-minded small firm architects who look forward to my letter and respond in kind with thoughtful communication.

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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

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

The EntreArchitect blog now hosts more than 26,000 views per month. We are rapidly achieving our mission of becoming an influential force in the profession for small firm architects. We are rapidly achieving our mission of becoming an influential force in the profession for small firm architects. Its Time to Grow.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 2, 2014

Today, I am following over 2,700 people, most architects or designers sharing their lives through 140 characters. Each day I check in to visit, learn from what others are writing and contribute my own thoughts on architecture and business. Visit My Blog: [link]. Relationships are formed and friendships are forged.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

While portfolio websites such as Dexinger and World Architects are great for anyone in the field of architecture and design, we can’t be sure that this sort of visibility guarantees an all-embracing reach. In the past, architectural firms relied on PR strategies with the help of industry publications and events.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 6, 2013

“How do I get noticed when I am first starting an architecture firm? I’ve shared articles on how much it may cost to start your own firm and how Annmarie and I launched Fivecat Studio with no clients and very little money. Start a Blog. I have no portfolio of my own to show clients. Build a List.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 20, 2013

If we are too busy designing or “building the business” to develop our story and refine our brand, our potential clients will be happy to do the work for us. My firm, Fivecat Studio, doesn’t sell buildings or architectural services. In order to make this happen, we design new homes, or modify existing ones.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 14, 2016

This post is my contribution to an international blog series called #ArchiTalks. This month, the #ArchiTalks theme is “Then and Now” and we are all sharing how our lives in the profession differ (or not) from the lives we expected to live when we decided to pursue a career in this profession of architecture. then and now.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 30, 2012

Success in life, for me, is finding that all important balance between the firm and my family. Being an owner of an architecture firm is not easy (especially during the past few years), but the ability to schedule my time to provide proper attention to both the firm and my family is something I will never trade.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

Steve is the creator of ArchiOffice ® the leading office, project management and time tracking software used in more than 1,000 small and mid-sized architectural firms. Please visit Steve at Linkedin and Twitter , or check out his Blog and thank him for sharing with us at Entrepreneur Architect. – Mark.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 16, 2014

Competitions are a integral part of the architecture experience. Since architecture school and throughout our careers, design competitions provide a vehicle for architects to promote our talents and showcase our skills. Its a competition just for you, but this one is not a design competition.

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