EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

We practice under legal contracts requiring us to meet very high standards and provide services putting us at risk. Relative to the other expenses of a small firm, professional liability insurance is down right expensive… until you need it. The post Do Small Firm Architects Need Professional Liability Insurance?

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EntreArchitect

JULY 18, 2017

When we receive a contract for a new project, we all want to jump right into designing. The post Better Project Management for Small Firm Architects appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Systems allow us to be better architects. Know what they want, as well as what they don’t.

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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

APRIL 6, 2015

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. As a Constructor, the owner contracts directly with the architect for construction services. Forget about profit. We deserve to earn more.

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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.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

A Simple Sales System for Small Firm Architects. If they want to hire us, they’ll send us a check with a signed contract, right? We need to follow up, remind them that we are the right firm for their job and ask for the project. We need to make some changes. We hit a wall. The follow up.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 27, 2011

Back when we used AIA Documents, we spent way too much time negotiating contracts (or waiting for our prospects to recover from their shock). The post Do you use AIA Contract Documents? Let’s talk agreements… appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. How about you? Please share.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 9, 2014

Items such as contracts, budgets and other are also looked after by senior members of the project team or people in the office that specialized in a particular area. Democratic Work Ethics Some firms, mine included will tend to have an open space office. This will continue from the next conceptual stages and beyond.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 3, 2013

Ken leads the team developing AIA Contract Documents; the most respected collection of agreements for the construction industry. There are many options for agreements, but Ken and his team are working hard to keep our firms protected and our projects running smoothly with tools and resources from the AIA. – Mark.

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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

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. Contract Drafting Process. photo by Brian Jackson for Adobe Stock. Based in Washington, D.C.,

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EntreArchitect

JULY 25, 2017

We need a contract. Every project we perform as professionals must be commenced with a signed written agreement, but for small firm architects working with inexperienced clients, this is a critical moment. More than a decade ago, I wrote an owner / architect agreement package for my own small firm.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 12, 2018

The biggest two things are getting contracts over to the client quickly and following up with them frequently. 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. Click here to learn how.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 10, 2016

We need a contract. Every project we perform as professionals must be commenced with a signed written agreement, but for small firm architects working with inexperienced clients, this is a critical moment. More than a decade ago, I wrote an owner / architect agreement package for my own small firm.

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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. These are all questions that are significantly determined by your firm’s culture. Communication is Key.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 10, 2015

Blessed with friends who needed architectural services for their new restaurant, we signed a contract and thought we were on our way. I loved to talk about our firm and we were great at marketing. Everyone in the county knew who we were and what we did, but we struggled to sign new contracts. I’m a born entrepreneur.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 22, 2007

The February issue of Contract magazine includes an article titled, Design Business. The post Corporations Seek MBAs with Design Skills appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Many business schools are integrating design courses with their MBA curriculum.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 5, 2015

One of the keys to success for small firm architects is client satisfaction. With so many roles and responsibilities as a small firm architect, how might we ensure that our clients’ expectations are well managed? Keep the client happy throughout the project and that happy client will lead you to more happy clients.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 23, 2007

Since then he has built his company from a dump truck and some labor to one of the top custom masonry contracting companies south of the Mason-Dixon Line. The post Icon Custom Masonry appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. and all the fireplaces found at the showhouse featured.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 16, 2007

To view synopses of all Contract Documents offered by the AIA, click here. To purchase AIA Contract Documents, click here. The post Partnering Architects appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. ” ( AIA.org ). Have you partnered?

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 29, 2011

As residential architects specializing in additions and alterations, we had often suffered through the pain of negotiation and contract revision initiated by a client’s attorney. I do not claim that they will protect you, your firm or your client. By downloading the documents linked above, you are agreeing that Mark R.

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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 5, 2016

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. These are all questions that are significantly determined by your firm’s culture. Communication is Key.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 10, 2018

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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EntreArchitect

JUNE 30, 2013

Many small firm architects and sole proprietors have declared Repositioning a failure before it has even begun. We’ll decide to learn what we need to know to make our own small firm successful, then teach others to do the same. This August will mark my twentieth year in this profession. It is time we take the lead.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 2, 2014

Blessed with friends who needed architectural services for their new restaurant, we signed a contract and thought we were on our way. I loved to talk about our firm and we were great at marketing. Everyone in the county knew who we were and what we did, but we struggled to sign new contracts. I’m a born entrepreneur.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 22, 2019

A targeted Utilization Rate must be published for every member of the firm, and every effort made to meet this target as a minimum goal for each week. “Scope creep” must be eliminated by providing every project team member with an electronic and hard copy version of each project’s contracted scope of services.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 4, 2012

In the wake of the storm, we have already scheduled three interviews and signed contracts for one major project, all directly related to storm damage. appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. As our region begins to recover from the hurricane, there will be many homes in need of repair.

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BD+C

AUGUST 7, 2024

Small contractors don’t always have the budget to support IT or development staff to install, run and maintain new digital tools. contractors spend less than 2% of corporate revenue on IT , signaling an enormous opportunity for digital transformation in small contracting businesses. More than half of U.S.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 2, 2013

Contracts with each trade contractor are prepared and signed directly between owner and contractor. All payments for construction continue to be reviewed by our firm acting as architect and are paid directly from owner to contractor. The bid process is transparent and contractors are selected with full participation from the owner.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 8, 2017

Contracts with each trade contractor are prepared and signed directly between owner and contractor. All payments for construction continue to be reviewed by our firm acting as architect and are paid directly from owner to contractor. The bid process is transparent and contractors are selected with full participation from the owner.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

I also provided a few examples of reports that you can learn to use to help you in developing a proper financial foundation for your firm. The day-to-day things that really need to happen in your small firm. My firm has always included a standard 20% markup to expenses. Accounting. First, the obvious stuff.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 8, 2018

The other fee-basis type projects are invoiced on a percentage of work completed, or the dollar value of a contract amount. The post Three Financial Basics<br>Every<br>Entrepreneur Architect<br>MUST Understand appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 28, 2012

Time consuming tasks such as producing finish and hardware schedules, managing submissions, disseminating bidding information, and managing construction contracts have all become dramatically more efficient. The post Michael Gallin: Entrepreneur Architect appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 13, 2015

I know that many architects don’t have the time and/or the expertise to set up an automated nightly backup mechanism that will take care of backing up all your crucial data, pictures, field reports, blueprints, contact details, contracts and so much more in a fully automated and transparent way. Let me tell you a little secret.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 11, 2009

For ten years, Stewart was a contracted driver, employed by Joe Gibbs Racing. The post Five Fast Facts from Stewart-Haas Racing appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Over at NASCAR.com , I just toured the new fabrication shop at Stewart-Haas Racing, home of driver-owner, Tony Stewart.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 16, 2012

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. As a Constructor, the owner contracts directly with the architect for construction services. Forget about profit. We deserve to earn more.

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