EntreArchitect

JANUARY 17, 2017

There are 3 key strategies required for a successful architecture firm. Anyone practicing architecture for more than a few months knows that patience is a prerequisite. Too much diversification though, will dilute your brand and make it difficult for prospects to recognize your firm as a market leader.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 10, 2023

That talk motivated me to focus on business fundamentals when launching my own architecture firm in 1999, which soon led to the creation of The EntreArchitect Community and its impact on the architecture profession for small firm architects worldwide.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

As my team and I consider new or improved ways of sharing knowledge to small firm entrepreneur architects throughout 2018, I produced this video for my YouTube channel. I will take you behind the scenes at my firm, Fivecat Studio, and share my workflow for the powerful communication app, Slack. Slack for Architects.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Founded by data scientists in Denmark and launched earlier this year, Revalu aims to cater to both large and small architecture practices, with three different ways to engage with its data platform. She describes "a slight monopolisation happening" over sustainability in architecture, with small firms falling "very far behind".

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

The story of growing Kohn Pedersen Fox from 3 partners to an international architecture firm of 700+. In 1992 Gene Kohn, Chairman and Founder of Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF) spoke at my architecture school. I was a 22-year-old architecture student and a born entrepreneur. Gene inspired me that day in 1992.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

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. Join Mark for a FREE live Special Session Webinar; The 3 Critical Business Systems You Need to Succeed as a Small Firm Architect. In those early days, my answer was “Yes”. A bathroom renovation?

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EntreArchitect

JULY 3, 2018

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. Start Transcript. LePage: . My name is Mark R.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 3, 2016

As we move into a new month, we are shifting our focus to a new category of small firm success. ” The engine driving the success of every small firm is our network of operational systems. The engine driving the success of every small firm is our network of operational systems.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 6, 2018

A Culture at Your Architecture Firm Will Make or Break Your Firm. As your small firm grows beyond its infancy of the sole practitioner and you develop a strong team , the culture of your firm will evolve. Your firm’s culture and how you manage it is critical to the success of your firm.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 21, 2018

It outlines how firm leaders can build cultures that top performers choose to stay in. To read Part 1, click here: How To Build Sustainable Recruitment Strategies for Small Firm Success. Firm leaders are responsible for both finding and keeping new talent. Top 5 Things To Remember About Retaining New Talent.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 16, 2017

As small firm architects, we are responsible for so many different roles and responsibilities. The first step in being more productive is to automate your architecture firm. There are new digital tools to automate an architecture firm being introduced every week. ScheduleOnce for coordinating my calendar.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 18, 2017

The firm’s profitability is directly proportional to the level of total profitability of all of its completed projects, but not entirely. The following reasons have a distinct impact on a firm’s profitability, independent of the outcome of their completed projects: 1. The legal and organizational structure of a firm.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 25, 2016

For many of us small firm architects, this sounds a bit scary. This year, my firm Fivecat Studio will completely shut down for two weeks during August. Below are 5 steps that will allow us to enjoy an annual summer shut down at our architecture firm. 5 Steps to a Summer Shut Down at an Architecture Firm.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 26, 2016

The large majority are venture groups that want to inject resources into underperforming businesses to help them achieve levels of growth they could have never realized if not for the connections, knowledge, capital and guidance such a firm offers. Many investment firms employ talent across a wide range of expertise.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Empowering architects to better serve the world with more than 681,000 total downloads in 2021, the EntreArchitect Podcast has grown to serve small firm architects from every corner of the planet. Number 2 with 7,072 downloads is episode 416 with Edward Shannon – The Sole Practitioner Architecture Firm.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

It’s completely understandable, but if you want to get serious about boosting your firm’s efficiency and profitability, you need to start monitoring your project financials in a routine way. If you do it correctly—and have the right tools—project accounting will transform your firm. In reality, though, it’s so much more.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 6, 2021

From Gensler’s success as now the world’s largest architecture firm, Art’s leadership created the firm that is today. In my day, employees at Gensler were shown appreciation and given thanks for how they contributed and how they became a part of the firm’s success. Employees were proud to say that they worked for Gensler.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 5, 2017

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. The answer will certainly differ depending on whom you ask. Location Start Up Cost. Check your attic.).

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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. Develop a strategic plan for your business.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 6, 2015

Every business, including architecture firms (yes, its true!), Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. Prepare a thorough evaluation of all the money your firm spends. Many of us work long hours, long into the night, through weekends and holidays.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 19, 2016

In context, my formal architectural education at the University of California at Berkeley, while extremely beneficial in many areas, notably lacked any full semester courses in what, at the time, I “did not know what I did not know, the knowing of which would alter my life forever.” I do believe that it applies to every living person.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 25, 2017

. It may be the most critical step in the entire process of acquiring a new architecture client. Every project we perform as professionals must be commenced with a signed written agreement, but for small firm architects working with inexperienced clients, this is a critical moment. There is a good reason for that.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 4, 2015

This is a guest post by Enoch Sears from Business of Architecture. Marketing a residential architecture firm is perhaps different than marketing any other kind of professional service or product in the world. Selling architectural services is all about relationships. To go after them you need to identify them.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 2, 2018

“How do I get noticed when I am first starting an architecture firm? I’ve shared articles at this blog in the past 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. How To Start An Architecture Firm From Scratch. Be Certain.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 5, 2016

A Culture at Your Architecture Firm Will Make or Break Your Firm. As your small firm grows beyond its infancy of the sole practitioner and you develop a strong team , the culture of your firm will evolve. Your firm’s culture and how you manage it is critical to the success of your firm.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 15, 2015

Anyone who has started their own architecture firm from scratch knows this dilemma well. We can’t complete any projects without a firm and its tough to start a firm without any projects. We can’t complete any projects without a firm and its tough to start a firm without any projects. You do have experience.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 3, 2015

There is no need to discuss compensation in an open forum unless it applies to a firm-wide policy. Hopefully you have a clear vision of where you want the firm to be in five years, and you know what achievements need to occur to reach that point. Share this at least quarterly and always be open for questions. The Business.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 10, 2015

As I look back on the early days at Fivecat Studio , here are the five business fundamentals that I wish I knew before launching my own firm. 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.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Architecture is my first love, if you want to talk about what moves me — It’s the ordering of space, the visual pleasure, architecture’s power to construct our days and nights …” Why do we love well-designed architecture? It is always creative to exchange views and comments about architectural production.

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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

JANUARY 31, 2017

This past week on the podcast, I spoke with another pair of architects about how succeed as a married couple in architecture. From that original small studio, we built our reputation for highly detailed residential architecture and our “personal touch” customer service. It was time to take the firm to the next level.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 12, 2016

However, for the Small Practice, it could become more ‘Personal’ in that “We need another Samantha!” Having made the decision to ‘Recruit’, we need to analyze the requirements, and formulate a ‘Brief.’ Lawyers in the US use a methodology using the terms ‘Finders, Minders, and Grinders’ in terms of Job Roles. Identify Costs.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 21, 2013

With my expertise in surveying existing conditions, I launched a direct mail marketing campaign (though I had no idea that’s what it was called) aimed at local sole proprietors and small firms. Annmarie completed her internship requirements, passed the Architecture Registration Exam and became licensed.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The firm’s outstanding portfolio is a testament to its range and expertise, encompassing hospitality, retail, cultural, residential and corporate spheres. Rooted in a solid conceptual approach, the firm elevates functional design into inspiring schemes that envelop the senses.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 3, 2021

The EntreArchitect community consists of small firms. Leadership may or may not be a focus of what a small firm has as a priority. I will put forward that leadership is more important to the success of a small firm than a large firm’s long-term success. Photo by Jehyun Sung. by Greg Burke, FAIA.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

Knowing that I wanted to practice architecture as a career, I had a white fold-up drafting board at a very early age. Do you use hand drawing to market your firm? The post Using Hand Drawing to Market Your Architecture Firm appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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