Document Estimating Sketching Small Firm 
EntreArchitect
APRIL 6, 2015
The innovative ideas and concepts we create can often only be born after hours (sometimes days) of intense thought and several dozen layers of sketch paper. Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. Forget about profit. We deserve to earn more. Construction Services.
EntreArchitect
JULY 18, 2017
Every firm, with any experience, has many of these processes already in place. They may be documented as formal systems or they may just be a general understanding of “how we do it here”. Before we grab the roll of trace and start sketching with the Sharpie, we gather as much information about the users of our buildings as possible.
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EntreArchitect
DECEMBER 26, 2017
The innovative ideas and concepts we create can often only be born after hours (sometimes days) of intense thought and several dozen layers of sketch paper. 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.
EntreArchitect
DECEMBER 16, 2012
The innovative ideas and concepts we create can often only be born after hours (sometimes days) of intense thought and several dozen layers of sketch paper. Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. Forget about profit. We deserve to earn more. Construction Services.
EntreArchitect
APRIL 10, 2018
Before making the leap to start his practice, I had the pleasure of working with him at the firm where I’m currently employed and he taught me a lot about putting together a set of simple and concise construction documents. Here’s what he had to say about making the transition and starting Abstract Architecture: 1.
Life of an Architect
NOVEMBER 30, 2014
6:45am I had to sketch out a quick graphic image for my annual “ What to Get an Architect for Christmas ” post. A Christmas ornament seemed Christmas-y enough so I sketched it up, took a picture of it with my phone, brought it into Photoshop where I added some color, and then *BOOM* … the graphic was created.
EntreArchitect
MARCH 24, 2013
Every firm, with any experience, has many of these processes already in place. Before we grab the roll of trace and start sketching with the Sharpie, we gather as much information about the users of our buildings as possible. Estimate often. When we are listening carefully, people will tell us what we need to know.
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