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A4 Guide: The Six Phases of the Architectural Design Process

A4 Architects

555 Ocean Ave (Newport, Rhode Island) In previous Archi-TEXT articles it was discussed the value of an architect to help you navigate the various phases of the design of a new home or building or the renovation of an existing one, but what are the various phases of the architectural design process?

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Becoming an Architect: What You’ll Need to Know

Young Architect

Sometimes I think the public thinks that Architects spend all day dreaming and drawing plans for cool buildings. Invoicing clients, . Managing their clients and employees. After we solved the design problem, the next 11 months were spent… . Unlike school, time and money sometimes dictate the design of the project.

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The Best Architect Exam Prep Resources

The Architect's Guide

Project, Planning, & Design (PPD). Project Planning & Design (PPD) is an exam that tests your ability to design sites and buildings. It should be called “Schematic Design.” It’s not based on your own experiences, but on proposals, contracts, and consultant management. in all 6 divisions.

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Managing Your Client’s Happiness

EntreArchitect

One of the keys to success for small firm architects is client satisfaction. Keep the client happy throughout the project and that happy client will lead you to more happy clients. Our clients don’t like surprises. Remember that your client most likely has no experience with the architectural process.

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Design in a Day

Life of an Architect

I have asked him to guest write on my site several times without success, but I finally had a topic that suited him … Schematic Design and “Design in a Day” Douglas Burke (aka: architectrunnerguy) Lives in Annapolis, MD. That’s it for the client/owner. These are all completely unscripted. Forget that.

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A Simple Sales System for Small Firm Architects

EntreArchitect

When we present our initial schematic designs to our client, we are selling. When I present a product or service to a prospective client, I am presenting them with something that will improve their lives. I had plenty of opportunity and met with potential clients about twice a week. Qualify the Client.

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What’s the Best Testing Order for ARE 5.0?!?

Young Architect

This exam is all about establishing a business, laws, ethics, contracts, and business structure. The moment a client signs that contract, you now have a project. Think: Investigation (not design). Project Planning and Design Exam (PPD). Choosing an appropriate structural and MEP systems early in the design process.