EntreArchitect

JULY 3, 2018

This is the transcript from EntreArchitect Podcast Episode 226, Successful Project Planning for Small Firm Architects. Do you know how to calculate the exact amount that you need to charge your clients in order to earn 20 percent profit on that project? Listen to this podcast episode or download the audio file here.

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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. Even as a young intern architect, before I even knew what Continuing Education Units were, I understood the value of the AIA. AIA KnowledgeNet.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 11, 2023

While the practice is historically known for its residential design, its portfolio demonstrates expansive expertise across all manner of typology, broaching commercial, industrial, educational, spiritual and hospitality spaces. The studio’s architectural catalog is defined by crisp, disciplined forms.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 28, 2017

I speak with or communicate online with small firm architects almost every day. I want to know with what members of our small firm community are struggling, so that we at EntreArchitect might develop resources to help you build a better business. As with many small firm architects, I struggled with this issue as well.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

The client adopted these decisions very easily. We – as architects – sometimes have to face several needs in terms of design and aesthetics from clients that are not educated – which can become fatal if consistence is lost through the procedure. How have your clients responded to the finished project?

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Architizer

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Simplicity and innovation define the work of this Tokyo-based architectural firm. By balancing their clients’ needs with environmental, cultural and historic factors, they devise refined, forward-thinking solutions for every element of the design process, from building materials and construction methods to spatial organization.

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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. All throughout the month of May, we will be diving deep into the subject of Client Fulfillment. How do we best serve our clients? How do we manage expectations and keep our clients happy?

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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. Please note that I said service, not services.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 31, 2021

Use your education to your advantage. An American education is well-respected and valued around the world; it opens doors in most countries I’ve lived and worked in, especially in Asia. I was hired because of my design education and was tasked with collaborating on the concept design phases. Three days later, I had a job. .

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 22, 2015

It’s one of the biggest challenges we small firm architects face each day. When prospective clients start dreaming of how they will transform their own home, they flip on the TV and watch every DIY and designer show they can find. The post The HGTV Effect appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 1, 2018

We may even perform the calculations explained in the free EntreArchitect Profit Course and discover the amounts of revenue needed to flow into our firms in order to be profitable. Will our clients pay that amount? As a small firm entrepreneur architect, profit makes everything better. Profit allows us to give more.

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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? Autocad and Sketchup.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

For years, I planned on owning my own architecture firm. I set a course, completed the proper education, gained the required experience… and then set a deadline to achieve my life’s goal before I turned 35. Setting deadlines not only helps your team complete their work on time, but it sets proper expectations with your clients.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 26, 2016

We may even perform the calculations explained in the free EntreArchitect Profit Course and discover the amounts of revenue needed to flow into our firms in order to be profitable. Will our clients pay that amount? As a small firm entrepreneur architect, profit makes everything better. Profit allows us to give more.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 25, 2021

Educate, inform, and discuss. Call-to-action items generated from these initiatives: Theory of Enchantment – The purpose of the second initiative is to educate the office on systemic racism and bias by providing resources and tools that will help create spaces of inclusivity at CO and beyond. Create a safe space for discussing racism.

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Archmark

MARCH 29, 2019

Recently, we asked Richard Marshall, Principal with Perkins+Will , about the importance of marketing for small firms, “The best organizations view marketing as just as important a skill set as design. Read on to learn about five effective marketing building blocks that contribute to architecture firm growth.

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Archmark

MAY 31, 2020

Perfect Your LinkedIn Profile to Attract Your Best Clients & Projects. The Definitive Architecture Firm Marketing Guide. These are actual statements from architecture clients that have been said within earshot of the architect. It’s easy to blame the clients for these statements. I designed this home/office , etc.”

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Archmark

JULY 26, 2021

Recently, we asked Richard Marshall, Principal with Perkins+Will , about the importance of marketing for small firms, “The best organizations view marketing as just as important a skill set as design. When thinking about your site, think about the questions they are trying to answer: What does your firm do best?

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

Finding clients you seek to serve, who have projects with appropriate budgets and realistic schedules is very important. Understanding business fundamentals and building systems that will lead to a healthy profitable firm is critical. As small firm architects, we have so many responsibilities. Get Things Done Faster.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

DON’T GET UPSET BY CLIENTS THAT THINK THEY KNOW EVERYTHING ABOUT ARCHITECTURE. Educate and show multiple options (divergent thought processes) to open up thinking. Remember that you were educated as an ARCHITECT (not him/her). The Architectural world is way too small. Take the sustainability lead within your firm.

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 27, 2014

I have almost always worked in small firms – except for that one time when I didn’t, which wasn’t a bad year but it cemented in my mind that my skill set is better suited for a small architectural firm. Here are my Top 5 Reasons to work in a Small Architectural Firm: 1.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 4, 2015

And yet residential architects have a challenging situation when finding new clients: we rarely know who may be thinking about remodeling or building a new residence. This makes it very difficult to find new clients unless they come seeking us out. Do you enjoy working for this type of client? Pick The Right Bait.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 13, 2018

His leadership as a writer gave him credibility and exposure with the publisher as well as with weekly readers… some of whom became clients. In addition to teaching at the University of Minnesota, where Dale met Sarah as a graduate student, he has taught several classes at local community adult education programs.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 16, 2015

.” For years, I planned on owning my own architecture firm. I set a course, completed the proper education, gained the required experience… and then set a deadline to achieve my life’s goal before I turned 35. When deadlines are not set, our tasks drag on and clients lose confidence. It was never in doubt.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Together, the five are creating progressive educational and community projects that serve rural and underprivileged areas in Rwanda, Tanzania, Kenya, and Ghana. The team comprises Alain Yves Twizeyimana, Emmanuel Havugimana, Aziz Farid Shyaka, and Marie Minerve Dukunde.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 9, 2022

In the decades following the Mexican Revolution of 1917, federal funding for housing, education and healthcare programs fueled a creative culture of design and construction. With so many architecture firms to choose from, it’s challenging for clients to identify the industry leaders that will be an ideal fit for their project needs.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 10, 2015

It took us more than five years and a serious commitment to educating ourselves before we acquired the not-so-secret basics of business success. 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. Remember that we’re in the service business.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 21, 2012

I could send it to clients to help them better understand residential architects and the importance of working with an architect. Although I am in agreement with much, if not all, of what Mr. Bruder says, I will not be sharing this video with any of my clients. I was excited. I thought this would be a great tool.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

In a recent conversation with a professional colleague who is a small firm practitioner (3 people total), he expressed his frustration with not being able to get to the ‘business of his business’. The post Putting First Things First for Balance & Prosperity appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 18, 2013

Without any education in business basics, architects rarely understand the fundamentals of business success. Seven years into owning our own small firm, Annmarie and I decided to make some changes. Before I scheduled these tasks, I found that I would fit them in around project deadlines and client meetings.

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Architect Small Firm Firms Clients 52

EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

His leadership as a writer gave him credibility and exposure with the publisher as well as with weekly readers… some of whom became clients. In addition to teaching at the University of Minnesota, where Dale met Sarah as a graduate student, he has taught several classes at local community adult education programs.

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Architect Residential Firms Small Firm 52

EntreArchitect

AUGUST 30, 2016

This month, the #ArchiTalks topic is “Back to School”, so I am encouraging my fellow small firm architects to go back to school themselves and learn what they need to know to find the work they want and live a life they’ll love. As small firm architects, how do we get noticed by those prospects? Back to School.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 29, 2017

Use your existing client base to identify the characteristics of your best clients. With that information, develop a profile of your “ideal” client. Click here to learn more about how we can help YOU build a better business as a small firm entrepreneur architect at EntreArchitect Academy.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 21, 2013

There are hundreds of articles, forums, blog posts and comments discussing how we architects are not paid enough and how our clients don’t understand what we do. Many of us choose to pursue additional education and often work many more years than is required before taking the exam to become a licensed architect.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

When I started, I wasn’t an entry level student worker, I had 3 years’ experience in other architecture offices before this job and I was at the end of my education. Your Interns Could Be Your Future Clients. What if you viewed your junior staff as one day they might be your future client? My boss was a difficult man.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 5, 2017

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. This consistency will allow you to stay “top of mind” and will encourage word-of-mouth conversations about your firm. Feature client testimonials.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 9, 2015

Finding clients you seek to serve, who have projects with appropriate budgets and realistic schedules is very important. Understanding business fundamentals and building systems that will lead to a healthy profitable firm is critical. As small firm architects, we have so many responsibilities. Get Things Done Faster.

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