EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

We were two young architects seeking the freedom of our own firm. I wrote a 3-part blog series a couple years back sharing the full story of how Annmarie and I started our own architecture firm. Commercial, institutional, residential? Years of experience has taught us that not every project is right for our firm.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Architizer's A+Awards Best Firm categories allow design firms of all sizes to showcase their practice and vie for the title of “World’s Best Architecture Firm”. Start an A+Firm Award Application today. . As winners of the Best Firm Categories , each office was judged based on the strength of their portfolios.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 18, 2017

For all professional design firms there are two different, yet interrelated levels of profitability – a firm’s overall profitability and the profitability of each completed project. Historically, the profitability of professional design firms is, on average, in the range of 8-12%. The firm’s culture (or lack of one.).

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Architizer

DECEMBER 9, 2022

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. Fortunately, Architizer is able to provide guidance on the top design firms in Mexico based on more than a decade of data and industry knowledge. dmp arquitectura.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

In recognition of this fact, Architizer is delighted to present the fourth edition of the coveted A+List , an annual run-down of every firm that scooped an A+Award and A+Firm Award in the previous season. The A+List is arranged alphabetically, with more information available by clicking on the link to each firm’s profile.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Calling all architects, landscape architects, interior designers and creative minds from around the world: This is your chance to celebrate your work on the global stage, and establish your firm as an innovative thought leader in the AEC industry. Eligible firms should submit at least 3 projects built within the last 10 years.

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Architizer

JANUARY 3, 2022

It’s time to take your place among the world’s best firms! Forming a key part of the newly expanded A+Awards, the world’s largest architectural awards program, the new Firm Categories will spotlight the best in the AEC industry, giving innovative companies the global recognition they deserve. Congrats to all the other winners!

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Empowering architects to better serve the world with more than 681,000 total downloads in 2021, the EntreArchitect Podcast has grown to serve small firm architects from every corner of the planet. Number 2 with 7,072 downloads is episode 416 with Edward Shannon – The Sole Practitioner Architecture Firm.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Architecture and design firms of all sizes, locales and specialisms are invited to submit their projects and portfolios for major industry recognition, publication in print and more this year. Architizer is thrilled to announce that the 11th Annual A+Awards is officially open for entries! Celebrating the People Behind the Projects.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

One of the standout advocates for this cause is the A+Award-winning Canadian architect Michael Green, Founder of North American Firm of the Year Michael Green Architecture. We’re also thankful for the small but mighty architecture firms that make up the majority of the profession.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Yet in our experience, many architecture firms are doing exactly the same thing. What we learned from studying more than 400 architecture firm websites. Over the past year, we’ve evaluated the websites of more than 400 architecture firms. Prospects won’t understand the value your firm provides unless you communicate it.

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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. How can you build high-quality marketing relationships for your architecture firm? We are just looking for a set of blueprints.”

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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. Brexit has been a catastrophe," said Piers Taylor's Somerset-based firm Invisible Studio. Salaries have risen.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021

We have all heard the term 30-second commercial or elevator pitch. The 30-second commercial is not a new technique. In fact, some Business Owners, CEO’s, Presidents, Sales Leaders have been using the same 30-second commercial for years. I recently went to a small dinner party with only 4 couples. Is that a bad thing?

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 15, 2013

When architects ask me how much it will cost to launch an architecture firm, I say, “as much as you need.” ” Below I will discuss the very basics required to launch a sole proprietor architecture firm. Some may need to search locally for a small commercial space to call home. Location Start Up Cost.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 31, 2017

The illusion of an “established architecture firm” gave way to our reality each time a calling prospect heard the the crying baby in the background. We learned to accommodate our new “partner” and established routines to allow us to keep the firm and our family as separate as they could be within 900 square feet.

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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. The job of a small firm architect, whether working with residential or small commercial clients, is to lead them through an experience.

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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. All commercial project and most residential. Want to have YOUR best work featured here at EntreArchitect? Click here to learn how.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Working with many architecture firms over the past several years our agency, Archmark Architect Branding & Marketing, has been approached by many architects who have struggled to establish a consistent, repeatable, and reliable process to attract new clients and projects. The Evolution of Architecture Firm Marketing.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 31, 2021

Most firms can’t afford to sponsor visas and move people across the world. Large offices might be able to do this, but not the smaller firms that make up the majority of our profession. This probably means focusing on the larger firms in the place you want to move, or international firms who have offices in many cities and countries.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 29, 2015

We were two young architects seeking the freedom of our own firm. I wrote a 3-part blog series a couple years back sharing the full story of how Annmarie and I started our own architecture firm. Commercial, institutional, residential? Years of experience has taught us that not every project is right for our firm.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 26, 2020

I’m not alone: Sole Practices comprise a large portion of firms. Since every architect has worked for a firm with more than one employee, there are few experiences/resources that teach/prepare you to be a SPA. Salary generally lower than that of a large firm principal. architecture firms are under 10 employees.

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A Better Built Environment

MAY 9, 2021

The density of housing supports a diversity of small businesses. The city is decentralized with walkable neighborhoods and commercial areas close to housing, parks, schools, and other amenities. Mark LePage started EntreArchitect because he noticed there was a gap in knowledge that many small firms faced.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 14, 2007

I presented my ideas to the committee, visited my firm’s website and showed them some of the other work I’ve done on the web. Big firms and small. Commercial and residential firms. It may not be for everyone, but for the small local firm it may be the answer to business success.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 18, 2021

With 18 years of commercial experience combined with an open minded quest to be creative, I thrive at collaboratively arriving at solutions that are cost effective, practical, innovative and technically sound. The post Collaboration: Architects & Engineers appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 13, 2021

I feel professionally and personally fulfilled and after 11 years of running a structural engineering firm from home, I think I’ve found something that works. At our firm, we rarely work over 40 hours a week and are still deeply committed to our clients and our project timelines. To stay in this for the long haul. Not for a sprint.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 1, 2021

With 18 years of commercial experience combined with an open minded quest to be creative, I thrive at collaboratively arriving at solutions that are cost effective, practical, innovative and technically sound. Structural engineer by profession.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 17, 2013

For two young architects trying to prove their value to a highly competitive residential market, a studio in a historically significant and centrally located commercial building granted abundant credibility to our fledgeling firm. The post Fear appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 7, 2013

From age 10, when I decided to become an architect, I knew that someday I would lead my own firm. Following graduation, I started at a small firm located about 20 miles west of New York City. The firm had recently completed a project converting an old textile mill into residential lofts. Sound familiar?).

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 6, 2010

BUILD LLC is a small design/build firm located in Seattle, specializing in modern residential and small commercial projects. The post BUILD LLC appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. I been following the BUILD blog for about a year.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 2, 2014

Small firm architects benefit from camaraderie and support offered by others in similar positions. Marica McKeel is an architect, designer, foodie, entrepreneur + the founder of Studio MM, a residential architecture firm in NYC. Jacksonville, FL based architecture firm, focusing on residential and private commercial design.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 2, 2022

The agreements also reduce the requirements for digital data protocols and transmission because residential projects are generally less complicated than commercial projects with regards to digital data. Parties can always add Liquidated Damages clauses to the agreement if applicable to their project. Comparison of B110 to B101.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 3, 2013

There are many options for agreements, but Ken and his team are working hard to keep our firms protected and our projects running smoothly with tools and resources from the AIA. You may be surprised by what they offer for the sole proprietor and small architecture firm. – Mark. Speak your mind.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 22, 2018

If you don’t know how, learn how by downloading our free course: Profit for Small Firm Architects today at EntreArchitect.com/FreeCourse. And so I googled, I think I literally googled “Shanghai architecture firms” and applied to the first applied to the first few search results that popped up.

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Archmark

MAY 31, 2020

The Definitive Architecture Firm Marketing Guide. Attract Better Architecture Clients & Projects with Your LinkedIn Profile Part 1: The Definitive Guide to Architecture Firm Marketing on LinkedIn Have your clients or prospects ever made any of the following statements?: “We We are just looking for a set of blueprints.”

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 19, 2018

EntreArchitect.com/freecourse , download it right now, we’ll teach you how to build a thriving, profitable small business for your architecture firm. Freshbooks, the cloud based accounting software that makes running your small firm easy, fast and secure. We’ve done industrial projects, commercial and retail.

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 26, 2015

is a design and manufacturing company specializing in sculpture, architectural features and commercial products Joe McCall – A noted and reputable designer with over 23 AIA award-winning buildings to his credit, there are so many accolades that you can share about Joe that they are too numerous to list.

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