EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 20, 2013

Our job as small firm architects is not only to design great buildings or to prepare construction documents, which become the legal contract between owner and contractor. Our clients have big dreams, little idea of how to achieve their goals and often carry unrealistic expectations regarding schedule and budget.

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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. How do they treat your clients? How do they treat one another? How do they interact with leadership?

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 10, 2018

Especially if you’re planning to start your firm in the same locality as these previous firms where you were employed. Build strong relationships with your peers and maintain it after you’ve started your own practice. As a new firm, you’ll have every role and responsibility necessary for managing a firm.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 10, 2015

Blessed with friends who needed architectural services for their new restaurant, we signed a contract and thought we were on our way. We bounced from project to project, establishing a local reputation and building a beautiful portfolio, but consistently living on the edge of financial failure. I’m a born entrepreneur.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 26, 2017

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. Many people have the perception that architects build buildings and many others wished they would.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

For years architects have been looking for ways to justify their fees and hourly rates to their clients. We need to take the time to understand our clients’ needs and concerns and then educate them about the value-added aspects of our service. Their EXPECTATION is for their professional consultants to be technically competent.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 8, 2017

During my interview with a potential client, I answer many questions. Another question that I’m often asked is, “Do you build the project too?” Contractors build them.”. Today, we invite about 10% of our clients to have their projects be built using our Architect-Led Construction Management Services. We sure do.”

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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. How do they treat your clients? How do they treat one another? How do they interact with leadership?

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 2, 2014

Blessed with friends who needed architectural services for their new restaurant, we signed a contract and thought we were on our way. We bounced from project to project, establishing a local reputation and building a beautiful portfolio, but consistently living on the edge of financial failure. I’m a born entrepreneur.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 20, 2021

Construction Administration (CA) is often the most neglected phase of a building project. If you’re on the higher end, your client is likely expecting a tonne of value. At the end of the day contract administration is connecting with people. CA can make up between 5% and 40% of an architect’s fees.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 18, 2017

When we receive a contract for a new project, we all want to jump right into designing. Before we grab the roll of trace and start sketching with the Sharpie, we gather as much information about the users of our buildings as possible. When we listen carefully throughout the project, our clients and contractors will guide us to success.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 16, 2012

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. Many people have the perception that architects build buildings and many others wished they would.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 30, 2013

Many small firm architects and sole proprietors have declared Repositioning a failure before it has even begun. We’ll decide to learn what we need to know to make our own small firm successful, then teach others to do the same. This August will mark my twentieth year in this profession. It is time we take the lead.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 4, 2012

In the wake of the storm, we have already scheduled three interviews and signed contracts for one major project, all directly related to storm damage. Our expertise in building design and construction can help this region heal. appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Send a donation.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 2, 2013

During my interview with a potential client, I answer many questions. Another question that I’m often asked is, “Do you build the project too?” Contractors build them.”. Fivecat Studio is a full service firm. Contracts with each trade contractor are prepared and signed directly between owner and contractor.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 26, 2014

We’re spending only what needs to be spent to build a stronger firm… and much sacrifice remains. Small Firm Architects Are Saying Good Bye to the AIA. I do hope that as the organization evolves, executes the Repositioning initiative and that more focus is directed toward the small firm architect.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 17, 2013

We practice under legal contracts requiring us to meet very high standards and provide services putting us at risk. Relative to the other expenses of a small firm, professional liability insurance is down right expensive… until you need it. If your firm is practicing without insurance, you should reconsider your decision.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 2, 2014

We build a lot of physical models in my office – and I am really glad that we do. There is no doubt that our clients love them, but that’s not the only reason why we build them. Clients respond to these models in a very different way than when we just show them 3-dimensional computer images of their projects.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Oscia is the CEO of Boiled Architecture and the co-Founder of BIG Oakland, a new coworking space in Oakland, CA created exclusively for members of the building industry. It was about this time that I decided to get serious about starting a coworking space for the building industry. Coworking for Architects. What have you learned?

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 8, 2016

You will start to sign more contracts and your boards will begin to stack up with exciting new projects. You are going to need to build a team. You must create systems for every activity performed at your firm… and this is the time, when you begin to build your team, that the process becomes most critical.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 27, 2013

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. Thanks HGTV!)

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EntreArchitect

MAY 22, 2018

Do you know how to calculate the exact amount you need to charge your clients in order to earn 20 percent profit on that project? If you don’t know how, learn how by downloading our free course: Profit for Small Firm Architects today at EntreArchitect.com/FreeCourse. LePage: 00:01 .

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 12, 2018

This is the transcript from EntreArchitect Podcast Episode 223, Building Science, Climate Change and The Pretty Good House. Do you know how to calculate the exact amount you need to charge your clients in order to earn 20 percent profit on that project? Gusto is making payroll benefits and HR easy for small businesses.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 2, 2022

The first AIA Contract Documents (ACD) of their kind, ACD’s new Custom Residential Documents streamline the contractual process for architects by tailoring them for the distinctive requirements of the custom residential construction market. Contract Drafting Process. photo by Brian Jackson for Adobe Stock.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 13, 2015

Much like your clients not worrying about the technical details or the blueprints of a new building. They can do what they really like and focus where they create true value for their clients: architecture. See for example Sefaira , a software for architects and designers who aspire to design high performance buildings.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 17, 2018

Well, you can learn how by downloading our free course profit for small firm architects today at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. LePage and you are listening to EntreArchitect podcast where I speak with inspiring, passionate people who share their knowledge and expertise all to help you build a better business. My name is Mark R.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

I also provided a few examples of reports that you can learn to use to help you in developing a proper financial foundation for your firm. The day-to-day things that really need to happen in your small firm. ArchiOffice will do all the things your firm needs for office and project management that QuickBooks can’t.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 24, 2013

When we receive a contract for a new project, we all want to jump right into designing. Before we grab the roll of trace and start sketching with the Sharpie, we gather as much information about the users of our buildings as possible. When we listen carefully throughout the project, our clients and contractors will guide us to success.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 24, 2018

Our free course profit for small firm architects right now at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. My name is mark our lapage and you are listening to EntreArchitect podcast where I speak with inspiring, passionate people who share their knowledge and expertise all to help you build a better business. It’s free.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 19, 2018

EntreArchitect.com/freecourse , download it right now, we’ll teach you how to build a thriving, profitable small business for your architecture firm. ARCAT, the online resource delivering quality building material information, CAD details, BIM specifications and much more at ARCAT.com. EntreArchitect.com/freecourse.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 9, 2014

On a more technical level, international projects will bring with the project, the specific building codes to the area, construction tolerances, local materials and way of working with them and customs that are reflected in vernacular architecture, amongst others. This will continue from the next conceptual stages and beyond.

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