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Do Small Firm Architects Need Professional Liability Insurance?

EntreArchitect

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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How to Make More Money as a Small Firm Architect

EntreArchitect

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. Through the years we have learned that not every project and not every client is a good fit for these services though.

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Successful Project Planning for Small Firm Architects (Transcript)

EntreArchitect

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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Behind The Design 004: Titan Two by F9 Productions

EntreArchitect

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. With clients? With contractor? We also hired Josh into our firm because he has construction experience.

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Architectural Services: Focus on People Rather than Projects

EntreArchitect

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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Architect-Led Construction Management Services

EntreArchitect

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.”. The bid process is transparent and contractors are selected with full participation from the owner.

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10 Ways An Architect Can Make More Money

EntreArchitect

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. Through the years we have learned that not every project and not every client is a good fit for these services though.