EntreArchitect

JULY 19, 2018

Engineering Ventures, Resilient Buildings Group. Firm Address. With clients? With contractor? The clients had a wonderful trust in me and I was able to maintain the design intent throughout the process. How involved was your client throughout the design process? O’Hara and Gerke were the contractors.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 2, 2018

EntreArchitect: Behind the Design is a weekly blog series where we feature work designed, developed and/or built by small firm entrepreneur architect members of The EntreArchitect Community. We use TinkerBox as our showroom where we meet with clients, hold seasonal open houses and design unveilings for new projects.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 26, 2018

EntreArchitect: Behind the Design is a weekly blog series where we feature work designed, developed and/or built by small firm entrepreneur architect members of The EntreArchitect Community. With clients? With contractor? How involved was your client throughout the design process? Click here to learn how.

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Space Permits Small Firm Schematic Design 52

EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 15, 2014

As many of you may already know, tomorrow is a big day for small firm architects. . Find out tomorrow (Friday, October 16) when Mark gives us a deep dive into all the digital tools he uses to boost productivity, manage files, and coordinate staff and contractor resources.

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Small Firm Building Firms Manufacturing 52

EntreArchitect

AUGUST 9, 2018

EntreArchitect: Behind the Design is a weekly blog series where we feature work designed, developed and/or built by small firm entrepreneur architect members of The EntreArchitect Community. Spec build- no fee structure. With clients? With contractor? How involved was your client throughout the design process?

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Contractor Permits Small Firm Design 52

EntreArchitect

JULY 5, 2018

This allows us to educate future clients on what is important to us, how we work, what we are working on, what we’ve recently completed, what is available, etc. We did not sell the house from the open house, but we did secure 4 other jobs from clients who attended that open house. With clients? With contractor?

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 16, 2018

EntreArchitect: Behind the Design is a weekly blog series where we feature work designed, developed and/or built by small firm entrepreneur architect members of The EntreArchitect Community. Good client relations and good PR to keep our name out there. With clients? With contractor? Click here to learn how.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 21, 2018

This client is the older brother of a childhood (and current) friend. When the timing worked for his family to build a new home… we were the first call. Again, always trying to build our brand and tell our story… and working to do a better job of this. Withheld at clients request. With clients?

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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

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?” And like a good architect, I would explain the difference between architects and contractors and politely say, “No. Contractors build them.”. How long will it take?

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Here is a recent comment from the group; “I need to get better at selling my clients on construction administration. I had a recent client back out on (the service) because my drawings were essentially too well done. Once they saw the final drawings, they decided the contractor could handle it without my involvement.”.

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Construction Construction Project Client 52

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.

Architect 52

Architect Client Clients Insurance 52

Deezen

JANUARY 26, 2023

RIBA members were clear that our new relationship with Europe needed to ensure low trade friction and high building standards. It is even harder for small firms to compete on salaries." "One "The EU is a vital market for UK architects and construction industry. The former has failed so far, and the latter is under some threat."

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Recruitment Architecture Firms Government 137

EntreArchitect

APRIL 4, 2021

More importantly, nearly the same number of respondents admitted they will eliminate a firm from consideration, because of their website. Increase your firm’s visibility (online). The first goal of your marketing efforts should focus on increasing your firm’s visibility online. Ideally, you should approach these as case studies.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 28, 2021

Technology has the power to help us design buildings extremely efficiently. At the core, it layers all the data we need in one place and outputs different forms of visuals for you to make design decisions with your team, consultants, or clients in much less time. show our clients exactly what they’re paying us. That’s terrible.

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Management Technology Technology Firms 52

EntreArchitect

MARCH 31, 2013

Here is a recent comment from the group; “I need to get better at selling my clients on construction administration. I had a recent client back out on (the service) because my drawings were essentially too well done. Once they saw the final drawings, they decided the contractor could handle it without my involvement.”

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Construction Construction Client Clients 52

EntreArchitect

MARCH 1, 2016

How to Lead a Team as a Small Firm Architect. Throughout the month of March, each post here on the blog, each episode at the podcast , at the newsletter and out on social media , we will be sharing content about what it takes to be a great leader as a small firm architect. As Entrepreneur Architects, we are all leaders.

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Small Firm Architecture Firms Client 52

EntreArchitect

JULY 18, 2017

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. With a full understanding of the people using our buildings, we can better manage the process and develop a project that exceeds their expectations. What are their personal tastes and style?

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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. That could mean building from an outdated drawing set, reviewing a shop drawing late or not having access to recent site images.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 3, 2019

That approach leaves potential clients struggling to understand what makes one firm better than the other. Prospects won’t understand the value your firm provides unless you communicate it. This lack has larger repercussions for the industry at large, resulting in: Increased commoditization (which drives firm fees down).

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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. Have your clients or prospects ever made any of the following statements?: “We Sorry, but it’s true.

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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?” And like a good architect, I would explain the difference between architects and contractors and politely say, “No. Contractors build them.”. How long will it take?

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Contractor Insurance Management Construction 52

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.

Architect 52

Architect Client Clients Insurance 52

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. No exceptions.

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Contractor Firms Small Firm Architecture Firm 52

Life of an Architect

JULY 19, 2014

A while back I wrote a post titled “ Architectural Interns ” where I stated: Other than slowing things down, interns aren’t very useful in small firms because we run fast and lean. There are at least a thousand more me’s out there, looking for a gig like mine.

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Architecture Small Firm Students Firms 96

EntreArchitect

APRIL 4, 2017

The contractor wanted the issue resolved immediately. Reordering the windows would push the project weeks off schedule and the rest of the building was enclosed and ready for siding. The relationship you have built with your client will be strengthened in ways that would be impossible otherwise.

Windows 52

Windows Management Small Firm Firms 52

EntreArchitect

JUNE 3, 2015

It just might save your projects, your firm and your livelihood. It may simultaneously help your client to obtain a better house and assist the contractor in doing a better job. How many of your clients happen to be attorneys? What could happen to your clients, in terms of their Health, Safety & Welfare (HS&W)?

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Residential Architecture Contractor Client 52

EntreArchitect

APRIL 3, 2018

The contractor wanted the issue resolved immediately. Reordering the windows would push the project weeks off schedule and the rest of the building was enclosed and ready for siding. The relationship you have built with your client will be strengthened in ways that would be impossible otherwise. What was I thinking!

Windows 52

Windows Management Small Firm Firms 52

EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 3, 2013

The people around you, your staff, your clients, your family, all look to you as a model of how they are to act and react. The last thing I say before heading home to my family, is “thank you” Gratitude builds strong relationships and creates a culture of respect. A great contractor? A trusting client?

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Architect Firms Contractor Client 52

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. But welcoming a contractor or engineer that I’m counting on for high-level referrals into my house does not portray the kind of professionalism I’m going for.

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Development Developer Contractor Firms 52

Architizer

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Jury Vote Winner, 10th Annual A+Awards, Government & Civic Buildings. Public Vote Winner, 10th Annual A+Awards, Best Landscape Design Firm. Jury Vote Winner, 10th Annual A+Awards, Best Small Firm (1-10 Employees). Jury Vote Winner, 10th Annual A+Awards, Best Firm in Australasia. ARCity Office. ASPECT Studios.

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Firms Architecture Design Transportation 98

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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Modern Architect Site Contractor 96

EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 14, 2012

My residential architecture firm designs, builds and renovates homes for high-earning individuals living in Westchester County, NY, one of the nation’s wealthiest regions. The success of our firm depends on these people having the income and confidence to invest in their properties. Some save a lifetime.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 10, 2007

Jonathan Segal : Architect, Developer, Contractor, Owner. Since 1990, he has designed, financed and built almost two dozen buildings. No clients. Without clients to rein in his aesthetic choices, Segal has also won a slew of local and national design awards.). No partners. Not jealous yet?

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EntreArchitect

MAY 15, 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? Learn how by downloading our free course Profit for Small Firm Architects today at entrearchitect.com/freecourse. What is it that we sell as small firm architects? Start Transcript.

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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. We had no experience as business owners, no real savings and no clients. Annmarie and I were 28 years old.

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Architecture Firm Firms Architecture Small Firm 40

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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