Archinect

JULY 12, 2024

"Construction costs are exceeding even the most pragmatic estimate," the owner of a large Seattle-based architecture firm shared in our survey. Another small-firm owner in New York City said: "Construction costs are so high that they quickly outstrip the value of a project."

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Construction Construction Small Firm Estimating 298

Archinect

JULY 12, 2024

"Construction costs are exceeding even the most pragmatic estimate," the owner of a large Seattle-based architecture firm shared in our survey. Another small-firm owner in New York City said: "Construction costs are so high that they quickly outstrip the value of a project."

Industrial 264

Industrial Construction Construction Small Firm 264

Archinect

DECEMBER 8, 2022

The Bay Area may be home to Silicon Valley , notable sports teams, and the Golden Gate Bridge , but it's also home to amazing architecture firms. Whether you're looking to live within San Francisco 's bustling downtown scene or be a part of Oakland 's developmental progress, the bay area offers various architecture job opportunities.

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Small Firm Architecture Firms Architecture Firm 312

EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Small firm architects, it’s time to redefine how we measure and understand the health of our industry. Today, I’m thrilled to introduce the EntreArchitect Small Firm Business Pulse Survey and Report , a groundbreaking initiative created specifically for small architecture firms like yours.

Small Firm 97

Small Firm Firms Contract Architecture Firm 97

SW Oregon Architect

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Firms value enthusiasm, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively. Seek internships and part-time positions in architecture firms. Confidence in strengths is key, but firms also value self-awareness and a willingness to improve. Do you prefer working in a big firm or a small one, and why?

Architecture 153

Architecture Firms Architecture Firm Small Firm 153

EntreArchitect

JANUARY 13, 2025

Julies career is rooted in a passion for both architecture and communication. Her insights on the emotional impact of space, the importance of authenticity in storytelling, and the art of creating compelling proposals offer valuable lessons for small firm architects looking to grow their businesses. It felt like home.

Small Firm 103

Small Firm Deconstruction Client Clients 103

Architizer

JANUARY 2, 2024

Combining meticulous craftsmanship, innovative problem solving and a more intimate focus on the contextual needs of each project, such practices can instigate a ripple effect, inspiring larger firms and communities alike. This considerate outlook utilizes the wisdom of the past to help address the region’s contemporary needs.

Architecture Firm 127

Architecture Firm Firms Industrial Small Firm 127

BD+C

MAY 23, 2013

Current federal contracting laws are harming the livelihood of small architecture firms, costing the government more money by increasing the number of firms competing, while discouraging small firms from entering the market, according to AIA testimony presented today on Capitol Hill.

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Contract Architecture Firm Firms Government 98

Architizer

OCTOBER 31, 2022

We’re delighted to introduce a NEW Best Firm Category to the 11th Annual A+Awards : Best X-Small Firm. Firms employing 1-5 staff are invited to throw their hats in the ring: Start Submission. If I asked you to describe the portfolio of a firm with five or fewer employees, what types of projects would you envision?

Architecture Firm 102

Architecture Firm Firms Small Firm Architecture 102

Architizer

MARCH 20, 2023

Judged on the strength of their portfolios, the following trailblazing practices, each with 10 or fewer employees, were all recognized in the Best Small Firm category of the 10 th Annual A+Awards. While they may be small in number, their impact on the global landscape is mighty.

Architecture Firm 103

Architecture Firm Firms Small Firm Architecture 103

Architizer

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Ranging in size, geography and expertise, these 26 studios came out on top in the Best Firm Categories. The result is a catalog of projects that combine unique architectural solutions with remarkable contextual sensitivity. While the following practices excelled in their categories, their work has a broader resonance.

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Firms Architecture Firm Architecture Small Firm 116

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.

Architecture Firm 103

Architecture Firm Firms Architecture Cities 103

Life of an Architect

MARCH 9, 2014

One of the items in that post was the list “ Top 5 Reasons to work in a Small Architectural Firm ” which is somewhat biased because I didn’t really represent the benefits to working in a large architectural firm. International Projects International projects can be very exciting!

Architecture Firm 111

Architecture Firm Firms Small Firm Architecture 111

EntreArchitect

JANUARY 27, 2025

Small firm architects face unique challenges in building their brands and distinguishing themselves in a competitive market. Effective branding strategies for small architecture firms can help overcome these obstacles. This method ensures a cohesive and compelling brand story, even for small firms.

Architecture Firm 64

Architecture Firm Firms Small Firm Architecture 64

EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 2, 2024

After earning degrees in architecture from the University of Kentucky and the University of Pennsylvania, she navigated various roles, including as an owner’s representative and a director of marketing for architecture firms. Taking Action Today Morgan’s advice to small firm architects is simple yet profound: take action.

Architect 105

Architect Building Management Small Firm 105

EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

The story of growing Kohn Pedersen Fox from 3 partners to an international architecture firm of 700+. In 1992 Gene Kohn, Chairman and Founder of Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF) spoke at my architecture school. I was a 22-year-old architecture student and a born entrepreneur. Gene inspired me that day in 1992.

Firms 93

Firms Small Firm Architecture Firm Architecture Student 93

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.

Architecture Firm 98

Architecture Firm Firms Architecture Information 98

EntreArchitect

JANUARY 9, 2023

One important thing to note is that the R&D tax credit is only available to small businesses, defined as those with less than $5 million in gross receipts. Larger firms may still be able to claim the tax break, but the amount they are able to claim may be limited.

Architecture Firm 87

Architecture Firm Firms Insurance Architecture 87

EntreArchitect

JUNE 14, 2016

As small firm architects, we are responsible for so many different roles and responsibilities. The first step in being more productive is to automate your architecture firm. There are new digital tools to automate an architecture firm being introduced every week. ScheduleOnce for coordinating my calendar.

Small Firm 52

Small Firm Firms Architecture Architecture Firm 52

EntreArchitect

MARCH 11, 2025

For small firm architects, this approach is a reminder that working closely with contractors from the outset of a project can result in better outcomes for all parties involved. For small firm architects, this approach is a compelling case study in sustainable business growth.

Architect 71

Architect Small Firm Technology Technology 71

EntreArchitect

MAY 23, 2017

Helping Firms Embrace the Language of Business. I went to school for architecture, not business!”. ” These are the sentiments of many firms in the architecture community. ” These are the sentiments of many firms in the architecture community. How to Automate your Small Architecture Firm.

Small Firm 52

Small Firm Firms Architect Management 52

EntreArchitect

MAY 3, 2016

As we move into a new month, we are shifting our focus to a new category of small firm success. ” The engine driving the success of every small firm is our network of operational systems. The engine driving the success of every small firm is our network of operational systems.

Architecture Firm 52

Architecture Firm Firms Developer Development 52

EntreArchitect

JANUARY 17, 2017

There are 3 key strategies required for a successful architecture firm. Anyone practicing architecture for more than a few months knows that patience is a prerequisite. Too much diversification though, will dilute your brand and make it difficult for prospects to recognize your firm as a market leader.

Small Firm 52

Small Firm Firms Architect Client 52

EntreArchitect

JULY 24, 2018

Recruitment Strategies for Small Firm Architects. Recruiting new employees is one of the most important things a professional services firm can do to be sustainable. Firms leaders can start by breaking down recruitment into three stages: developing a candidate pool, narrowing to set of finalists, and negotiating the hire.

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Recruitment Small Firm Firms Sustainability 52

EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

As my team and I consider new or improved ways of sharing knowledge to small firm entrepreneur architects throughout 2018, I produced this video for my YouTube channel. I will take you behind the scenes at my firm, Fivecat Studio, and share my workflow for the powerful communication app, Slack. Slack for Architects.

Architecture Firm 52

Architecture Firm Firms Small Firm Architecture 52

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. Years of experience has taught us that not every project is right for our firm. In those early days, my answer was “Yes”.

Small Firm 52

Small Firm Firms Architect Client 52

EntreArchitect

MAY 25, 2015

For architects, especially those in small firms, nothing has changed much in the past 40 years. While most businesses have moved forward with modern business practices in management and human resources, the small firm is left behind and is having problems maintaining a strong productive team. It Begins On the First Day.

Architecture Firm 52

Architecture Firm Firms Small Firm Building 52

EntreArchitect

JANUARY 26, 2016

Charrette Venture Group (CVG) works with new and growing design firms to build stronger businesses by investing resources and applying proven concepts. Tens of thousands of architecture firms operate with under $500,000 in annual revenue with no experience or knowledge of the requirements to grow beyond that level.

Architecture Firm 52

Architecture Firm Firms Small Firm Architecture 52

EntreArchitect

MARCH 6, 2018

A Culture at Your Architecture Firm Will Make or Break Your Firm. As your small firm grows beyond its infancy of the sole practitioner and you develop a strong team , the culture of your firm will evolve. Your firm’s culture and how you manage it is critical to the success of your firm.

Architecture Firm 52

Architecture Firm Firms Small Firm Architecture 52

EntreArchitect

MAY 30, 2021

And you probably wouldn’t know that a bookkeeper who specializes in small architecture firms can also help with invoicing, setting up time tracking software to align with fee proposals, project budget summaries that show hours spent vs. available fee, cash flow summaries – and, of course, the basic financial statements, payables, and receivables.

Small Firm 52

Small Firm Firms Architect Architecture Firm 52

EntreArchitect

JULY 18, 2017

Systems are the sound structure of a successful architectural firm. They establish the discipline required for financial success and the freedom to develop a portfolio of highly developed architecture. Every firm, with any experience, has many of these processes already in place. Create systems for success.

Small Firm 52

Small Firm Management Firms Project 52

EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Recently, I had the pleasure of speaking with George Proud, co-founder of Gendo , on the Entr eArchitect Podcast, where he shared invaluable insights into the intersection of AI and architecture. A Story of Technology and Entrepreneurship George Prouds journey into architecture was shaped by his dual interests in art and science.

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Visualization Architecture Technology Technology 71

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.

Space 137

Space Firms Architecture Renovation 137

EntreArchitect

JULY 3, 2018

This is the transcript from EntreArchitect Podcast Episode 226, Successful Project Planning for Small Firm Architects. If you don’t know how, learn how by downloading our free course profit for small firm architects today at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. Start Transcript. LePage: . My name is Mark R.

Small Firm 52

Small Firm Firms Project Architect 52

EntreArchitect

MAY 16, 2017

As small firm architects, we are responsible for so many different roles and responsibilities. The first step in being more productive is to automate your architecture firm. There are new digital tools to automate an architecture firm being introduced every week. ScheduleOnce for coordinating my calendar.

Architecture Firm 52

Architecture Firm Firms Architecture Small Firm 52

Architizer

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Architizer is delighted to introduce a NEW Best Firm Category to the 12th Annual A+Awards : Best Sole Practioner. F reelance architects and designers and single-person architecture and/or design firms invited to throw their hats in the ring: Start Submission What is the most propagandistic image of ‘the architect’?

Engineering 138

Engineering Engineering Architecture Firms 138

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.).

Small Firm 52

Small Firm Firms Architect Management 52