EntreArchitect

APRIL 27, 2011

Several years ago, we constructed a new Proposal document that doubles as our Owner / Architect Agreement. It’s 5 pages long and, together with a separate 2 page “Standard Terms and Conditions” document, it includes all the protections of the AIA document… but looks and reads much friendlier.

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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. Coordination of Documents. photo by Brian Jackson for Adobe Stock.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 10, 2018

Almost 40 tips for Starting an Architecture Firm. After obtaining my license as an Architect in New York, I brainstormed several long term goals and decided to start a personal blog, develop design projects, and learn everything that I could about starting an architecture firm. Leave your current practice on good terms.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 10, 2016

We may have done everything right and find ourselves at the point where, to make this new relationship official, we need a signed legal document. We need a contract. These five rules will help you develop a owner / architect agreement document package that will serve and protect you (and your client), without scaring them away.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 27, 2013

There is an additional notice requirement for claims against design professionals (including construction managers that have a design component in their contract) arising out of injuries that occur more than 10 years after the completion of construction. Retaining Business and Personal Documents. 1979), aff’d 415 N.E.2d 2d 979 (N.Y.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 5, 2015

One of the keys to success for small firm architects is client satisfaction. With so many roles and responsibilities as a small firm architect, how might we ensure that our clients’ expectations are well managed? Whether you have it documented or not, you most likely follow a routine for each project you deliver.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 3, 2013

Ken leads the team developing AIA Contract Documents; the most respected collection of agreements for the construction industry. 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. – Mark.

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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 28, 2013

This is Part 3 of How I Started My Own Architecture Firm. Starting our own firm was a bit overwhelming. From this fortunate location and with enthusiastic support from Penny and Joe, Meetinghouse lead to several new projects and truly launched “the firm” into the spotlight. A New Name for a New Firm.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 5, 2016

Dependent upon Territory, Legal Advice in terms of Contracts, etc., It should also be understood, that ‘Zero Hour Contracts’ (Unguaranteed Hours) will limit your potential Candidate Catchment! – Appointments with ‘Variable Hours’ will also determine the ‘Tenure of Employment.’ might also be required. Recently Laid-Off!

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 29, 2011

The topic was “alternative agreements” What I learned during that interactive meeting was that for some projects, selecting one of the many legal documents available from our national professional organizations an appropriate way to protect both the architect and the owner when entering an agreement for architectural services.

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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. Every business, including architecture firms (yes, its true!), As an Advisor, the contracts are direct between the owner and contractor.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 8, 2018

For clarity, the term, Financial Management , refers to the accrual-basis accounting process of a professional design firm. Obviously, within the confines of any single financial document, having both profit and loss at the same time is not possible. Often, the term ‘profit/loss’, is referred to as ‘profit & loss’.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

We are rapidly achieving our mission of becoming an influential force in the profession for small firm architects. My residential architecture firm Fivecat Studio is busy as well, with 8 active projects in every phase of design and construction. Big things are happening here at Entrepreneur Architect.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 8, 2017

Fivecat Studio is a full service firm. Contracts with each trade contractor are prepared and signed directly between owner and contractor. All payments for construction continue to be reviewed by our firm acting as architect and are paid directly from owner to contractor. Photo Credit: Shutterstock / Rido.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

Steve is the creator of ArchiOffice ® the leading office, project management and time tracking software used in more than 1,000 small and mid-sized architectural firms. Financial Management for the Small Architectural Firm: Putting it into Practice. The day-to-day things that really need to happen in your small firm.

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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. must earn a profit. Construction Services.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Most of our clients are better able to perceive and appreciate the value of the “soft” items that might be provided in the project delivery process, more than the complexity of the services we include in our proposals and contracts. These “soft” items are called service.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 13, 2015

Let’s take the example of Basecamp , a very generic online project management software, also suitable for architects to follow up your construction projects with your staff, share information, data, to-do’s, documents and so much more. For a small architectural firm, Basecamp will cost you $20/month. Nothing on your hard disk.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 14, 2018

This method is applied to ensure that, if selected, the Firm has an opportunity to earn the minimum 20% Net Profit. It might seem that with the client setting the parameters for the architect’s fee that the Firm has few, if any options, to be able to negotiate what has been offered. To a degree that is true, but not completely.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 16, 2007

Among many interesting comments, the question of legal agreements was raised and I wondered if the AIA offered a document for architects looking to partner. The document provides a choice between two methods of joint venture operation. To view synopses of all Contract Documents offered by the AIA, click here.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 1, 2017

To learn more about Steve, his firm Management Consulting Services or to dive deeper into the subject that Steve is sharing with us here at EntreArchitect, visit his website at ManagementConsultingServices.com. A good financial management system enables you to measure the financial performance of your firm. Time Tracking.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 2, 2013

Fivecat Studio is a full service firm. Contracts with each trade contractor are prepared and signed directly between owner and contractor. All payments for construction continue to be reviewed by our firm acting as architect and are paid directly from owner to contractor. What say YOU?

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

To learn more about Steve, his firm Management Consulting Services or to dive deeper into the subject that Steve is sharing with us here at EntreArchitect, visit his website at ManagementConsultingServices.com. A good financial management system enables you to measure the financial performance of your firm. Time Tracking.

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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. Systems allow us to be better architects.

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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. I had an amazing mentor at that contracting company.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 27, 2013

I often know whether a client is a good fit for my firm from just the few short minutes listening to them on the telephone. I know which projects are best for my firm and I pick the ones that will best meet those requirements. I don’t take every project that rings my phone. Qualifying the client is very important.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 17, 2018

Do you know if your firm is profitable? Well, you can learn how by downloading our free course profit for small firm architects today at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. As a small firm, entrepreneurial architect. Gusto is making payroll benefits and hr easy for small businesses. LePage: .

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