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Better Project Management for Small Firm Architects

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When we receive a contract for a new project, we all want to jump right into designing. Estimate often. When we present our Schematic Designs we prepare rough, cost per square foot, cost estimates attached to each scheme. Systems allow us to be better architects. Know what they want, as well as what they don’t. Tweet This! ).

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How to Make More Money as a Small Firm Architect

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Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. Services such as Existing Conditions Surveys, Interior Design, Kitchen Design, 3-D Modeling, Illustration, Rendering and Estimating are all offered to our clients as additional services. Forget about profit.

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Architect-Led Construction Management Services

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During the design phases, we provide additional cost estimating services and manage the owners budget throughout the process of development. Contracts with each trade contractor are prepared and signed directly between owner and contractor. Photo Credit: Shutterstock / Rido.

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Almost 40 Tips for Starting an Architecture Firm

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As she began talking about some of the essential skills that architects need to have for their contract documents, I found myself taking so many notes and knew that she would be perfect for this presentation. The basic goal of a contract is to set expectations, build relationships, be fair, and protect your interests.

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10 Ways An Architect Can Make More Money

EntreArchitect

Most sole practitioners and small firms I know struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. Services such as Existing Conditions Surveys, Interior Design, Kitchen Design, 3-D Modeling, Illustration, Rendering and Estimating are all offered to our clients as additional services. Forget about profit.

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How To More Than Double Your Fee

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During the design phases, we provide additional cost estimating services and manage the owners budget throughout the process of development. Contracts with each trade contractor are prepared and signed directly between owner and contractor. Do you think it benefits an architect to get more directly involved during construction?

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Entrepreneur Architect Academy 012 | My 10 Rules for Better Project Management

EntreArchitect

When we receive a contract for a new project, we all want to jump right into designing. Estimate often. When we present our Schematic Designs we prepare rough, cost per square foot, cost estimates attached to each scheme. Systems allow us to be better architects. Know what they want, as well as what they don’t.