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How to Make More Money as a Small Firm Architect

EntreArchitect

Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. These are services available to your client, but are NOT included in your basic architectural services. Through the years we have learned that not every project and not every client is a good fit for these services though.

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10 Ways An Architect Can Make More Money

EntreArchitect

Most sole practitioners and small firms I know struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. These are services available to your client, but are NOT included in your basic architectural services. Through the years we have learned that not every project and not every client is a good fit for these services though.

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The Future of Architecture: Is Design for Freedom the Industry’s Next Paradigm Shift?

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Equity is a recurring critique of sustainability, and this can also hold true when it comes to ethically sourced materials, which small firms and low-cost affordable projects many assume will come with an increased budget. For the record, his book demonstrates that they are actually made of brass —ie.

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Almost 40 Tips for Starting an Architecture Firm

EntreArchitect

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. So I purchased several inspiring books written by life coaches, architects, and business professionals.

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5 Cost Estimating Mistakes You’re Probably Already Making

EntreArchitect

There’s an irony in the fact that everything else can go right on a construction project, but if your cost estimates are off, it can still wind up costing your firm time, money and reputation. Accurate construction estimating is essential for your firm to prosper. Failing to Allocate Enough Resources in Estimates.

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10 Ways Architects Can Make More Money

EntreArchitect

Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. These are services available to your client, but are NOT included in your basic architectural services. Through the years we have learned that not every project and not every client is a good fit for these services though.

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A Financial Management System for Architects

EntreArchitect

Wintner, AIA, Emeritus , an architecture management consultant and co-author of the book, Financial Management for Design Professionals: The Path to Profitability. Time spent on project activities that, while chargeable to a project, are not-billable to the clients. This is a guest post written by Steve L. Financial Statements.