EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 11, 2017

When performing our Design Development phase with clients, we typically assist them in selecting all their finishes, plumbing fixtures and lighting. It’s an Additional Service , but one that most clients are happy to have us complete. Present too few and your client may not feel well served. Do you set limits?

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Bruce F. Roth Architect

MARCH 20, 2016

Project Architect / Project Manager: Involved with the project from schematic design through construction. The project included extensive coordination, client interaction and an involved municipal approval process. Firm : Robert G. Lyon & Associates (now RGLA Solutions). visit my Projects Page.

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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. Start Transcript.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 5, 2015

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. They want to be fully informed and up-to-date throughout the process.

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Young Architect

MAY 14, 2022

Invoicing clients, . Managing their clients and employees. Sure, sometimes designing and drawing pretty pictures are part of an Architect’s day, but that’s really just a very small piece of every project. A 2 hour design meeting translated into 11 months of execution and a lot of work for many people. .

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 13, 2017

Our prospective clients learn with their heads, but decide with their hearts. After years of research and gathering information, often when a client chooses to work with an architect, it simply comes down to their feelings. When presenting your next set of schematic designs, come prepared with a basket of freshly baked cookies.

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Lines on Paper

JUNE 12, 2021

The aim is to expose the student to the practical realities of ‘practice’; to learn about dealing with people - consultants, clients and colleagues; to keep deadlines and work in a structured environment for a regular number of hours a day. Address each person you are writing to specifically, even if you are applying to a dozen firms).

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Life of an Architect

JULY 11, 2016

To a certain extent, if you are trying to find an architect who can design you a 5 bedroom en suite home, completely outfitted with home theater, workout facilities, formal and informal living spaces, etc. How will the architect collect the information needed to successfully determine the program for your project?

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Architizer

MARCH 3, 2022

Without further ado, explore this remarkable array of women, and to be considered for coverage in this upcoming year, make sure your firm enters its work in the A+Awards before March 4th, 2022. Over the past two decades, Amale Andraos has distinguished herself as an architect, educator and urban theorist. Raha Ashrafi . Stella Betts.

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The Architect's Guide

MAY 11, 2021

You may read my full disclosure policy for more information. 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.” Thank you for supporting my business in this way.

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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.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 18, 2017

Systems are the sound structure of a successful architectural firm. Every firm, with any experience, has many of these processes already in place. The most successful projects though are the ones where we fully understand the people living and working within the architecture we design. Listen carefully. Estimate often.

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Young Architect

MAY 2, 2022

The Pro-Practice exams and Technical exams each contain 2 very different types of information to be studied. . The Pro-Practice Exams (PcM, PjM and CE) all contain many overlapping topics and information. . Likewise, the Technical Exams (PA, PPD and PDD) also share topics and information, . It's just information overload. .

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 3, 2019

How do you make sense of the options, which method works best for you, and how do you provide a method that suits the needs of both the architect and their clients. schematic design, design development, construction documentation, bidding and negotiation, and construction administration), or a cost per square foot of construction.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 24, 2013

For the past twelve weeks, we’ve explored every element required for a successful architecture firm. I’ve been continuously improving my firm’s project management system since we launched in 1999. Systems are the sound structure of a successful architectural firm. Listen carefully. Estimate often.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 2, 2022

Developed specifically for use in custom residential design, they can assist the architect in educating the client and setting expectations about the construction process. Small differences in custom residential projects, however, meant that some content was not relevant and could be ignored while other information needed to be added.

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

Rarely does our office take on a project where the clients want to cut out the construction administration portion of our jobs. This is the time when the clients get to see the house evolve and come to life – sometimes it becomes apparent that they might not have understood the drawings as thoroughly as was believed.

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Architecture Quote

JULY 16, 2020

Where do architectural firms find their potential customers, how do they meet, and what does the architecture market look like in these places? For countless decades, architecture firms have been dependent on word-of-mouth tactics. Architecture market analysis: Denmark, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Scope of this research.

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