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

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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

JUNE 21, 2018

With contractor? We work in Dropbox during design, and created a Dropbox folder shared among the design team, contractor, and clients for construction administration… but found it more effective to email information and documents rather than place them in the shared folder. Small, high end residential firm.

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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. With contractor? If development, how early are the contractors involved in your designs? We bounce off several contractors in SD.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 15, 2014

As many of you may already know, tomorrow is a big day for small firm architects. . Find out tomorrow (Friday, October 16) when Mark gives us a deep dive into all the digital tools he uses to boost productivity, manage files, and coordinate staff and contractor resources. Mark has come full circle.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 16, 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 contractor? If development, how early are the contractors involved in your designs? Click here to learn how. Project Name.

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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. The latest documents have already been vetted for custom residential and will need fewer edits.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Public Vote Winner, 10th Annual A+Awards, Residential Interiors (<3000 sq ft). Featured Firm: Ballistic Architecture Machine (BAM). Xiaoyunlu 8, MAHA Residential Park by Ballistic Architecture Machine (BAM) , Beijing, China | Public Vote Winner, 10th Annual A+Awards, Private Garden. Featured Firm: John Grable Architects.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 26, 2017

To complete the development of a standard residential additions and alterations project, it takes several months of focus and dedication. Most sole practitioners and small firms I know struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. As an Advisor, the contracts are direct between the owner and contractor.

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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

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Once they saw the final drawings, they decided the contractor could handle it without my involvement.”. At Fivecat Studio, my residential architecture firm, we provide Construction Administration on every project. 2) We confirm that the contractor is executing the project as per the design and specifications.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 4, 2017

Many years ago, before Annmarie and I started our residential architecture firm, I was a project manager with Kaeyer, Garment & Davidson Architects in Mt. The contractor wanted the issue resolved immediately. The post White Windows appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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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

APRIL 3, 2018

Many years ago, before Annmarie and I started our residential architecture firm, I was a project manager with Kaeyer, Garment & Davidson Architects in Mt. The contractor wanted the issue resolved immediately. My First Assignment. Kisco, New York. I worked very closely with the senior partner at the time, Dick Kaeyer.

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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.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 3, 2013

For small project practitioners, using a document tailored specifically to the requirements of the project is of utmost importance. A good contract will specify the project requirements, and address the responsibilities and expectations of all parties involved, from owners to sub-contractors. Speak your mind.

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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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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 3, 2019

This lack has larger repercussions for the industry at large, resulting in: Increased commoditization (which drives firm fees down). More competition from hybrid services (like contractor-run Design-Build), and. To get your firm’s website right requires that you look at it from the perspective of your business prospects.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 16, 2012

To complete the development of a standard residential additions and alterations project, it takes several months of focus and dedication. Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. As an Advisor, the contracts are direct between the owner and contractor.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 3, 2010

The Congress of Residential Architecture (CORA) has updated their recent position paper addressed to state governing bodies and the American Institute of Architects (AIA). As a small business owner, my top concerns are over-regulation and over-taxation. Credibility is earned, not granted by the state or a professional organization.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 14, 2012

My residential architecture firm designs, builds and renovates homes for high-earning individuals living in Westchester County, NY, one of the nation’s wealthiest regions. The success of our firm depends on these people having the income and confidence to invest in their properties. Some save a lifetime.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 17, 2013

Relative to the other expenses of a small firm, professional liability insurance is down right expensive… until you need it. Several small firms I know, mostly serving the residential market, are taking the risk of practicing without coverage. Fivecat Studio would have been history. – Mark.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 20, 2014

Many years ago, before Annmarie and I started our residential architecture firm, I was a project manager with Kaeyer, Garment & Davidson Architects in Mt. The contractor wanted the issue resolved immediately. The post White Windows [Archive] appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 26, 2015

Andrew Hawkins – past President of AIA Brazos Chapter, and the owner of Hawkins Architecture – a very successful firm based in College Station, Texas. I practice residential architecture because I enjoy working with families. Musician in my spare time, and secretly wish I was doing modern residential (…or not so secretly).

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 2, 2014

Today the contractor is starting the process of drilling 56 piers on site. Your articles on selecting a contractor/builder and contracts helped with our decisions. This particular client will be acting as a co-contractor on the project along with another contractor in an effort to reduce some of the construction costs.

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Life of an Architect

JANUARY 16, 2019

My favorite blog post for 2016 is: Being an Architect is Hell – My New House Being a residential architect is normally awesome … but not when you buy a new house. Sometimes I think I missed my calling as a contractor. You easily see every bad decision the previous homeowner made in shocking detail.

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Portland Architecture

JUNE 13, 2023

For me, like many, Gradient provided an introduction to the work Linden, Brown, which is the latest in a succession of award-winning local small firms founded by architects formerly with Portland’s Allied Works (including Waechter Architecture, Lever Architecture, and Beebe Skidmore). Gradient in that way is both unique and a template.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 17, 2023

from Poona (pune), India, India, Le Corbusier- the planner of Chandigarh (43554585864) , CC BY 2.0 In fact, a 2020 AIA data has revealed that of the approximately 19,000 AIA member-owned architecture firms in 2019, over a quarter were sole practitioners, and 60% had fewer than five employees on their payroll.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 22, 2007

Many years ago, before Annmarie and I started our residential architecture firm , I was a project manager with Kaeyer, Garment & Davidson Architects in Mt. The contractor wanted the issue resolved immediately. The post White Windows appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 15, 2018

Learn how by downloading our free course Profit for Small Firm Architects today at entrearchitect.com/freecourse. LePage and this is the podcast dedicated to a successful life as a small firm entrepreneur architect. What is it that we sell as small firm architects? Mark: 00:21. Mark: 00:38. Mark: 01:14.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 12, 2018

Learn how by downloading our free course profit for small firm architects today at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. LePage and you are listening to EntreArchitect podcast where I speak with inspiring, passionate people who share their knowledge and expertise all to help you build a better busines as a small firm entrepreneur architect.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 1, 2014

Sanders, AIA a residential architect based in Capistrano Beach, California. You may learn more about David and his firm at his website. The trick was to figure out a simplified system for use on projects of residential scale that is flexible enough to adapt to anything from a room addition to a large, luxury home.

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

It’s not too often that these projects stop evolving at the end of the construction document phase – and being around to make sure that the contractor has the answers they needs – when they need them – and we can make sure that the design vision is able to be carried through into the finished project.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 22, 2015

They send a family off to a wonderland vacation and in seven days, a team of contractors and designers overhaul and completely transform a modest house into a dream home. It’s one of the biggest challenges we small firm architects face each day. Living through a residential renovation is not fun. Parthenon1.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 26, 2018

You are listening to EntreArchitect podcast, so that makes you a member of our dedicated community of small firm architects. Freshbooks, the cloud based accounting software that makes running your small firm easy, fast and secure. Gusto is making payroll benefits and HR easy for small businesses. Start Transcript.

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 27, 2013

I take a great deal of pride in how my drawings look and this it isn’t just me patting myself on the back, this is due to the feedback I have received from contractors and clients on how easy my drawings are to read and to navigate. This is a big one: I rarely ever dimension to finishes on plans, or to wall centers. Thanks for posting!

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EntreArchitect

JULY 24, 2018

Our free course profit for small firm architects right now at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. As a small firm entrepreneur architect, this is Episode 229 and this week I’m speaking with an architect, writer, podcaster, and so much more. Gusto is making payroll benefits and HR easy for small businesses.

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