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Are design-build contracts killing small architecture firms?

BD+C

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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Better Project Management for Small Firm Architects

EntreArchitect

Systems are the sound structure of a successful architectural firm. They establish the discipline required for financial success and the freedom to develop a portfolio of highly developed architecture. When we listen carefully throughout the project, our clients and contractors will guide us to success.

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Three Steps for Marketing Your Architecture Firm

EntreArchitect

At Archmark Architect Branding & Marketing, we’ve seen architecture firms struggle to implement effective marketing strategies that help them get in front of better prospects so they can win better projects. Historically, architecture firm marketing has relied heavily on word-of-mouth referrals.

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Are Sole Practitioners the Creative Engine of the Architectural Profession?

Architizer

As a norm, society frequently sees architects as singular entities that design buildings and spaces through creative inception. Additionally, while large firms dominated the industry in terms of staff and revenue, small firms prevailed in terms of popularity. Indeed, one cannot operate without the other.

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Successful Project Planning for Small Firm Architects (Transcript)

EntreArchitect

This is the transcript from EntreArchitect Podcast Episode 226, Successful Project Planning for Small Firm Architects. If you don’t know how, learn how by downloading our free course profit for small firm architects today at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. Robert Yuen builds tools and software.

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How To Enjoy an Annual Summer “Shut Down” as a Small Firm Architect

EntreArchitect

For many of us small firm architects, this sounds a bit scary. If scheduled well in advance, communicated well throughout our our firms and project teams, and expectations are well managed before, during and after, shutting down for a week or two is not impossible. 5 Steps to a Summer Shut Down at an Architecture Firm.

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How to Make More Money as a Small Firm Architect

EntreArchitect

Every business, including architecture firms (yes, its true!), Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. Since we launched our firm in 1999, most every prospective client I meet asks if Fivecat Studio offers construction services. must earn a profit.