EntreArchitect

JANUARY 31, 2017

The illusion of an “established architecture firm” gave way to our reality each time a calling prospect heard the the crying baby in the background. We learned to accommodate our new “partner” and established routines to allow us to keep the firm and our family as separate as they could be within 900 square feet.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 11, 2023

While the practice is historically known for its residential design, its portfolio demonstrates expansive expertise across all manner of typology, broaching commercial, industrial, educational, spiritual and hospitality spaces. Consequently, the studio’s projects strike a considered balance between innovation and contextual sensitivity.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 5, 2016

A ‘Day Release’ is given for Further Education. Without wishing to ‘Blow my own Trumpet) My own Practice is based in The Philippines, and we have several Retained Architect and Developer Clients in the UK and Middle East. After School of Architecture he specialized in Volume Developer Housing and Healthcare Projects.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 2, 2014

It took us more than five years and a serious commitment to educating ourselves before we acquired the not-so-secret basics of business success. To live the life of your dreams, you need to develop a plan for how to make that life happen. Learn more about developing a life plan here. We were not selling at all.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 18, 2015

With many years of evaluating both small and large firm issues, such as: contending with low productivity, little or no profits and so many flawed notions of why these issues exist, I can assert with confidence that it is more likely related to the lack of a disciplined time management policy or just laziness, or both.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 11, 2021

Articles published here cover topics relevant to business, leadership, and living a purpose-filled, integrated life as a small firm architect. Born and raised in Albany, NY, I earned a Bachelor of Architecture degree from McGill University in Montreal and a Master’s of Architecture degree from the University of Oregon.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In recognition of this fact, Architizer is delighted to present the much-anticipated fifth edition of the coveted A+List , an annual rundown of every firm that scooped an A+Award and A+Firm Award in the previous season. You can see last season’s A+List here.

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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’. How To Get To The Business of Your Business. Literally, he cannot afford such mistakes to occur. Track Your Time.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 9, 2022

In the decades following the Mexican Revolution of 1917, federal funding for housing, education and healthcare programs fueled a creative culture of design and construction. In the process, Mexican architects challenged broader definitions of modernist architecture by drawing on this rich past. How are these architecture firms ranked?

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

It may be one of the biggest decisions an experienced small firm architect will make; to BIM or not to BIM? I’ve been using AutoCAD since 1995, when I was hired as an intern to learn the software and integrate it into the workflow of an established small firm deeply rooted in hand drafting (as most were at the time).

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 15, 2021

Typically we had 3-4 weeks to develop a concept and create a compelling presentation to send in for review – and immediately jump onto the next competition until we heard back. After about two years at the firm (and three years abroad) I decided to return to school to get my Master’s of Architecture degree.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

For years, I planned on owning my own architecture firm. I set a course, completed the proper education, gained the required experience… and then set a deadline to achieve my life’s goal before I turned 35. We might tend to procrastinate or continue to develop a project beyond the level necessary to complete the requirements.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 16, 2015

” For years, I planned on owning my own architecture firm. I set a course, completed the proper education, gained the required experience… and then set a deadline to achieve my life’s goal before I turned 35. .” The key sentence in Robbins’ quote is no doubt, “Assign a deadline for achieving it.”

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

In recognition of this fact, Architizer is delighted to present the fourth edition of the coveted A+List , an annual run-down of every firm that scooped an A+Award and A+Firm Award in the previous season. The A+List is arranged alphabetically, with more information available by clicking on the link to each firm’s profile.

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Firms Architecture Design Transportation 98

Architizer

MARCH 20, 2023

Judged on the strength of their portfolios, the following trailblazing practices, each with 10 or fewer employees, were all recognized in the Best Small Firm category of the 10 th Annual A+Awards. While they may be small in number, their impact on the global landscape is mighty.

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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. How can you build high-quality marketing relationships for your architecture firm? Sorry, but it’s true.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 1, 2015

in Education and Human Development from The George Washington University. He is a senior project architect in the Virginia office of Niles Bolton Associates, designing multifamily and mixed-use projects, and developing a team of recent graduates. Develop Your Staff… Everyday. Your staff is your most valuable asset.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

1 – Starting at the academic level, the architecture schools’ curriculum of the 21st century need to include collaboration with contractors, developers and business owners. 2 – After graduation, the newly minted architectural intern should enter a dedicated network of architecture firms. No exceptions.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 2, 2016

Generally speaking, upon completion of my formal education and becoming an architect, I was unaware of what was involved in the actual operational and administrative aspects of running an architectural firm. For detailed information on Developing a Time Management Discipline, see my article posted on this blog back in January.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 24, 2013

Each week I introduced one of 12 critical topics fundamental for a successful architecture firm. How can I make Entrepreneur Architect even more valuable for the sole proprietor and small firm architect? All of which will be used to improve and develop EntreArchitect.com in 2014. It’s been an incredible year.

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Architect Small Firm Firms Events 52

EntreArchitect

JUNE 15, 2015

Still one of the most popular posts on the blog; in this 3-part article Steven walks us through the step-by-step process of developing a powerful Profit Plan for our architecture firm. Financial Management for the Small Architectural Firm: The Prologue. – Mark. It’s quite the contrary.

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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

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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Life of an Architect

APRIL 26, 2015

I’m currently enrolled in the 2 + 4 Bachelor of Architecture Program and working full-time at an architecture firm. PinHouse Designer : Chirochi Shimizu Junior – Brazil Bio : I am an architect one of the partners of HSArquitetos, I am responsible for the conceptual design development inside our office.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 31, 2021

The world is smaller than you think, and there is a good chance you can develop leads in almost any city in the world through your existing circles. Use your education to your advantage. An American education is well-respected and valued around the world; it opens doors in most countries I’ve lived and worked in, especially in Asia.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 18, 2007

In 1999, my wife (also an architect) and I launched our residential architecture firm, Fivecat Studio , in Westchester County, New York. During my tenure, I developed and launched the chapter’s website, AIA Architect Network. It was all so exciting! Annmarie and I are a great team. Kisco architect, Ira Grandberg, AIA.

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A Better Built Environment

MAY 9, 2021

Codes, regulations, layers of review boards and community driven barriers to development aim to control the size, style, and use of what we build. Rather than have a set of rules that are predictable and guide developers on what can and cannot be built, these cities have subjective processes that let almost anyone halt a project. .

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 5, 2018

Learn how by downloading our free course profit for small firm architects today at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. Freshbooks, the cloud based accounting software that makes running your small firm easy, fast and secure, spend less time on accounting and more time doing the work that you love. Hello, my name is Mark R.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 14, 2013

The illusion of an “established architecture firm” gave way to our reality each time a calling prospect heard the the crying baby in the background. As business grew, so did our staff and eventually the studio was filled with an office manager and three architectural project managers.

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Building Management Firms Residential 52

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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Architizer

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Architizer's A+Awards Best Firm categories allow design firms of all sizes to showcase their practice and vie for the title of “World’s Best Architecture Firm”. Start an A+Firm Award Application today. . Simplicity and innovation define the work of this Tokyo-based architectural firm.

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Archmark

MAY 31, 2020

The Definitive Architecture Firm Marketing Guide. Attract Better Architecture Clients & Projects with Your LinkedIn Profile Part 1: The Definitive Guide to Architecture Firm Marketing on LinkedIn Have your clients or prospects ever made any of the following statements?: “We Sorry, but it’s true.

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Architizer

JANUARY 2, 2024

For the first time at the 11th A+Awards , the most outstanding super-small practices were recognized in the Best X-Small Firm category, designed for studios of between one and five employees. The team’s body of work exemplifies their versatility, encompassing residential projects, religious spaces and educational facilities.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 20, 2017

My wife and I launched our architecture firm, Fivecat Studio, in 1999. Running a successful architecture firm is very much like raising kids. As prepared as you think you might be, running an architecture firm is much harder than you ever imagined. My Secrets To Success as an Architect.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

Understanding business fundamentals and building systems that will lead to a healthy profitable firm is critical. Developing an effective marketing strategy that provides appropriate leads and a sales system that converts those leads to clients, may make the difference between a thriving business and a endless loop of failure.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 9, 2015

Understanding business fundamentals and building systems that will lead to a healthy profitable firm is critical. Developing an effective marketing strategy that provides appropriate leads and a sales system that converts those leads to clients, may make the difference between a thriving business and a endless loop of failure.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 9, 2012

My wife and I launched our architecture firm, Fivecat Studio , in 1999. Running a successful architecture firm is very much like raising kids. As prepared as you think you might be, running an architecture firm is much harder than you ever imagined. We were 29 years old.

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