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

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. Purchasing and Delivery.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 15, 2014

This past Friday, December 12th was the second anniversary of relaunching Entrepreneur Architect as a resource to inspire small firm architects to build better businesses. Throughout the past 24 months, I have shared most everything I know about running a small firm architecture studio. I have held nothing back.

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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.

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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.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 29, 2013

When Andrew is not running his busy firm or finding ways to be more productive using his iPad, he writes a blog about architecture and design where he shares his thoughts on the profession. Follow Andrew on Twitter @HawkinsArch and say thanks for sharing this very informative article at Entrepreneur Architect. .

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 1, 2015

Running a small firm requires you to play many different roles. While our new graduates may be great designers, they often have only rudimentary skills in producing construction documents. Even if she drew what I sketched, my colleague would have no understanding of it. Develop Your Staff… Everyday.

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