EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

One of the most popular topics discussed throughout the EntreArchitect Community is the role of the architect during the construction phase. I am often surprised by the number of firms providing architectural design services and forfeiting the final phase of the process, Construction Administration. Eight Reasons Why.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 16, 2018

EntreArchitect: Behind the Design is a continuing blog series where we feature work designed, developed and/or built by small firm entrepreneur architect members of The EntreArchitect Community. We rely on word of mouth from previous clients. Percentage of Construction Cost. With clients? With contractor?

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EntreArchitect

JULY 19, 2018

This was a fixed fee based on the design scope with an hourly rate for the construction period. Yes and as I joined with UK Architects we continue to provide a fee estimate based on construction cost and estimated hourly output with some tasks, such as meetings, billed hourly. What was the construction cost for the project presented?

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 31, 2013

One of the most popular topics over at the Entrepreneur Architect Linkedin Group (almost 2,000 members strong) is the role of the architect during the construction phase. I am often surprised by the number of firms providing architectural design services and forfeiting the final phase of the process, Construction Administration.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 12, 2018

The biggest two things are getting contracts over to the client quickly and following up with them frequently. Yes, we utilize prior clients, advertise on Google, update our website, and use Thumbtack. This was design-build, all done by our firm. What was the construction cost for the project presented? With clients?

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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

JUNE 21, 2018

JHF Construction (GC), H&H Engineering (Structural), edited (furniture, art, staging). Firm Address. This client is the older brother of a childhood (and current) friend. What was the construction cost for the project presented? Withheld at clients request. With clients? With contractor?

Permits 52

Permits Architecture Client Clients 52

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? We use Trello to keep track of tasks from project inception until the construction is finished.

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Space Permits Small Firm Schematic 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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Mining Housing Contractor Permits 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. BD&E Engineering, Home As Art, Mangrum Construction. Firm Address. What was the construction cost for the project presented?

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Contractor Permits Small Firm Design 52

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

DECEMBER 26, 2017

The time and effort required to properly develop a design and complete a thorough set of construction documents is difficult for most anyone outside the profession to understand. Most sole practitioners and small firms I know struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. Construction Services.

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Architect Client Clients Insurance 52

Deezen

JANUARY 26, 2023

Respondents ranged from small studios with 15 or fewer people to larger practices with a hundred or more employees and mega-firms with a global presence, such as Foster + Partners and BDP. The EU is a vital market for UK architects and construction industry. It is even harder for small firms to compete on salaries." "One

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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. Unexpected problems or delays can destroy your chances of staying profitable throughout construction. Sponsored content by Jack Sadler from Part3.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 28, 2021

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. But we still send this 88% error to the contractor, which creates millions of dollars in change orders down the line. Practice Operations.

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Management Technology Technology Firms 52

EntreArchitect

JUNE 2, 2013

During my interview with a potential client, I answer many questions. And like a good architect, I would explain the difference between architects and contractors and politely say, “No. Contractors build them.”. Architect-Led Construction Management Services. Offering construction management services was no great leap.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 15, 2014

As many of you may already know, tomorrow is a big day for small firm architects. . Lean” has been associated with increasing productivity and quality in the software development, construction, healthcare, and manufacturing industries. Join other small firm practitioners at the Business of Architecture Summit.

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Small Firm Building Firms Manufacturing 52

EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 16, 2012

The personal emotion, attachment and dedication that each project receives is unequaled in any other profession.The time and effort required to properly develop a design and complete a thorough set of construction documents is difficult for most anyone outside the profession to understand. Construction Services. Forget about profit.

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Architect Client Clients Insurance 52

EntreArchitect

JULY 18, 2017

Our complete Pre-Design Client Questionnaire template is included with your purchase of our Foundations: Business Forms and Checklists for Architects package. It’s the document that we use at my firm to gather much of this important information from our clients. Listen carefully. Estimate often. Tweet This! ).

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Small Firm Management Firms Project 52

EntreArchitect

APRIL 4, 2017

Dick designed the project and I developed it through construction drawings. Then, in order to learn the tips and tricks of construction administration, Dick and I worked as a team through construction. The contractor wanted the issue resolved immediately. A Whole New Level of Comfort and Confidence. I was scared.

Windows 52

Windows Management Small Firm Firms 52

EntreArchitect

APRIL 3, 2018

Dick designed the project and I developed it through construction drawings. Then, in order to learn the tips and tricks of construction administration, Dick and I worked as a team through construction. The contractor wanted the issue resolved immediately. A Whole New Level of Comfort and Confidence. I was scared.

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. And you are omitting specifications of the dozens, possibly hundreds of items/conditions and other aspects in your CDs (Construction Documents)?

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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

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. LEED AP BD+C.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 3, 2009

At Fivecat Studio , our process of delivering architectural services includes a very highly developed set of construction documents. Our intent is to obtain very competitive bids from general contractors, minimize change orders and reduce construction time by eliminating delays caused by slow or incomplete decisions.

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Architecture Small Firm Construction Construction 40

Life of an Architect

MARCH 2, 2014

This project will be constructed using SIP’s (Structurally Insulated Panels), we are using a post tension structural slab, the owner will be extremely active in the construction process, and we are targeting a total construction cost somewhere in the $200 per square foot range. Could be pretty interesting.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 3, 2010

Architects, individually, need to take their profession back from the contractors, construction managers, owners reps, kitchen designers, interior designers, etc. At Fivecat Studio , we are working to give our clients not only what they want, but more importantly, what they expect. I personally refuse to accept the status quo.

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Architect Regulation Small Firm Client 40

EntreArchitect

JULY 21, 2013

The Construction Documents Company was in business. 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.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 20, 2014

Dick designed the project and I developed it through construction drawings. Then, in order to learn the tips and tricks of construction administration, Dick and I worked as a team through construction. The contractor wanted the issue resolved immediately. A Whole New Level of Comfort and Confidence. I was scared.

Windows 40

Windows Management Small Firm Firms 40

EntreArchitect

MARCH 17, 2013

Relative to the other expenses of a small firm, professional liability insurance is down right expensive… until you need it. If our business systems failed and the firm was required to defend itself without a policy, we certainly would have been crushed by the costs involved in such a legal action.

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Insurance Architect Professional Services Firms 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. AIA KnowledgeNet.

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Small Firm Firms Architect Contract 40

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. One of the edits is to add the requirement for the contractor to provide a submittal schedule.

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Contractor Residential Contract Schematic Design 59

Architizer

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Jury Vote Winner, 10th Annual A+Awards, Best Small Firm (1-10 Employees). Fas forward to the present, and this approach has proved fruitful: the high-performance design firm’s trademark is creating buildings with expressive architectural details that celebrate building materials and the construction trades.

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Firms Architecture Design Transportation 98

EntreArchitect

JANUARY 19, 2014

Competition has increased among architects and some prospective clients are selecting firms based on cost. Remember, without profit our firms will fail. Higher fees will not only keep your firm running strong, but will indicate the true value you bring to a client. Expand Your Services.

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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

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

OCTOBER 20, 2012

Competition has increased among architects and some prospective clients are selecting firms based on cost. Remember, without profit our firms will fail. Higher fees will not only keep your firm running strong, but will indicate the true value you bring to a client. Expand your services.

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