SW Oregon Architect

JANUARY 9, 2022

I recently happened to read two especially thought-provoking pieces online about the future of BIM (Building Information Modeling). He posits the future of BIM will not be BIM at all but rather a new technology— Building Information Optimization. The problem is attaining this mastery is presently beyond the reach of most small firms.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 30, 2020

As small firm architecture business owners, many of us may benefit from this historic legislation. Typically, self-employed people, freelancers, and contractors can’t apply for unemployment. Additional COVID-19 information and resources for small firm architects. Stay healthy. lovelearnshare.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 18, 2017

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. It’s the document that we use at my firm to gather much of this important information from our clients. Manage expectations and keep them informed. Listen carefully.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Relative to the other expenses of a small firm, professional liability insurance is down right expensive… until you need it. If our business systems failed and the firm was required to defend itself without a policy, we certainly would have been crushed by the costs involved in such a legal action.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 6, 2015

Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. I will publish a more thorough post on this topic in the future, but the basic difference is in the agreements between the owner and the multiple contractors. The full liability for the construction falls upon the contractors.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 25, 2016

For many of us small firm architects, this sounds a bit scary. If scheduled well in advance, communicated well throughout our our firms and project teams, and expectations are well managed before, during and after, shutting down for a week or two is not impossible. Your contractors need to know. How can we just shut down?

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 27, 2014

I have almost always worked in small firms – except for that one time when I didn’t, which wasn’t a bad year but it cemented in my mind that my skill set is better suited for a small architectural firm. Here are my Top 5 Reasons to work in a Small Architectural Firm: 1.

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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

JANUARY 2, 2022

The suite includes A110-2021, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor for a Custom Residential Project , and B110-2021, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect for a Custom Residential Project. The A110-2021 was developed from the A104-2017, Standard Abbreviated Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor.

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

It’s not too often that these projects stop evolving at the end of the construction document phase – and being around to make sure that the contractor has the answers they needs – when they need them – and we can make sure that the design vision is able to be carried through into the finished project.

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Life of an Architect

JUNE 18, 2014

I recently did a video interview as part of an ongoing AIA Small Firms Roundtable series. I was once told by my father-in-law that I would make a great contractor. What exactly was it about me that warranted him telling me that I would make a great contractor? …… it was because I’m good at yelling at people.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 21, 2018

With contractor? We work in Dropbox during design, and created a Dropbox folder shared among the design team, contractor, and clients for construction administration… but found it more effective to email information and documents rather than place them in the shared folder. Among team? With clients?

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EntreArchitect

JULY 5, 2018

Not just as a way to get people to the property, but also to allow our followers an opportunity to see our work in person and meet with us in an informal, party setting. We were 50/50 equity partners in the project with the General Contractor. With contractor? We also held an open house. Is that your preferred fee structure?

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 20, 2014

As a result of all this extra time working – along with working in a small firm, I was given opportunities very early on in my career and I was able to take advantage of them. This information applies to not only architecture students, but to most career paths. i learned so much from the contractors this way!

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 3, 2013

For small project practitioners, using a document tailored specifically to the requirements of the project is of utmost importance. A good contract will specify the project requirements, and address the responsibilities and expectations of all parties involved, from owners to sub-contractors. Speak your mind.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 16, 2012

Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. I will publish a more thorough post on this topic in the future, but the basic difference is in the agreements between the owner and the multiple contractors. The full liability for the construction falls upon the contractors.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 28, 2012

In 2009, Michael’s frustration over how his office was managing information brought his passions for architecture and technology together. He thought that his firm’s project information and specifications should be stored in a single searchable database. A client requested a paint color used on a past project.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 24, 2013

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. When we listen carefully throughout the project, our clients and contractors will guide us to success. Manage expectations and keep them informed. Build rapport with the contractor.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 26, 2017

Most sole practitioners and small firms I know struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. I published a more thorough article about CM Services here , but the basic difference is in the agreements between the owner and the multiple contractors. The full liability for the construction falls upon the contractors.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 20, 2021

To find out how to make construction administration efficient and fast we spoke to the industry experts, including our Part3 Co-Founder Jess Luczycki, who is a Construction Administration Manager and General Contractor. A major cause of tension during construction is derived from working with out-of-date information or data.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 7, 2016

The email is from the contractor and it includes an RFI (Request for Information) for the kitchen. Your subject line may look like this: Question about the kitchen sink @16-034 Email #contractor #RFI #kitchen. Our search might look like this: notebook:”16-034 Email” Contractor RFI Kitchen. Amazing, right?

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 4, 2017

I never informed Dick of my decision, so this was all on me. The contractor wanted the issue resolved immediately. The post White Windows appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. They just expected that they would be white, and they weren’t. A Whole New Level of Comfort and Confidence.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 28, 2021

But we still send this 88% error to the contractor, which creates millions of dollars in change orders down the line. In design, we create data-rich BIM models that overlap all the information we need like environmental info, site location, construction budget, program areas, material cost, and specs. That’s terrible.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 1, 2014

You may learn more about David and his firm at his website. Send him an email and say thanks for sharing such valuable information. The only place ‘contextual’ notes are used is in detail drawings (where keynotes are not as effective for the contractors). It’s vitally important to be consistent in your annotation technique.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 1, 2020

Starting April 3, 2020, small businesses and sole proprietorships can apply for and receive loans to cover their payroll and other certain expenses through existing SBA lenders. ? All the information you provided in your application and in all supporting documents and forms is true and accurate. Who can apply? How large can my loan be?

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 17, 2013

Relative to the other expenses of a small firm, professional liability insurance is down right expensive… until you need it. If our business systems failed and the firm was required to defend itself without a policy, we certainly would have been crushed by the costs involved in such a legal action.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 3, 2019

In our study, it didn’t seem to matter whether a firm was established or new, or big or small. Even worse, many websites contained no information to help visitors quickly learn what the site is really about—let alone what that particular architecture firm was skilled at doing.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 3, 2018

I never informed Dick of my decision, so this was all on me. The contractor wanted the issue resolved immediately. <br>Four Lessons in Telling the Truth appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. They just expected that they would be white, and they weren’t. What was I thinking!?

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Check out their Kickstarter campaign for more information. But welcoming a contractor or engineer that I’m counting on for high-level referrals into my house does not portray the kind of professionalism I’m going for. appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Coworking for Architects.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 21, 2013

With my expertise in surveying existing conditions, I launched a direct mail marketing campaign (though I had no idea that’s what it was called) aimed at local sole proprietors and small firms. She and her partner had a contractor lined up, but they were looking for a talented architect. I will tell you how and why.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 22, 2007

I never informed Dick of my decision, so this was all on me. The contractor wanted the issue resolved immediately. The post White Windows appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. They just expected that they would be white, and they weren’t. I was scared.

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 26, 2015

Andrew Hawkins – past President of AIA Brazos Chapter, and the owner of Hawkins Architecture – a very successful firm based in College Station, Texas. CloudHouse Designer : Valeria Pestereva – Russia Bio : Not Provided (Valeria – if you will email me some information, I will come back in here and update this post).

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 20, 2014

I never informed Dick of my decision, so this was all on me. The contractor wanted the issue resolved immediately. The post White Windows [Archive] appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. They just expected that they would be white, and they weren’t. I was scared.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 25, 2021

The acronym stands for “Data, Information, Knowledge, and Wisdom.” Valuable data that serves a purpose is used as information, which is more structured than data, thus supporting the decision-making process. Perhaps this is because a lot of time in our career is spent handling unusable data and not valuable information.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 4, 2021

It should be regularly updated with new content like informative and helpful blog articles and news updates about your firm, such as newly completed project case studies. Think about the contractors, planners, lenders and other people who can help bring you new business. Your website should not be a static brochure.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

The A+List forms a comprehensive guide to the world’s best architecture firms and is refreshed each year based on the results of the annual A+Awards program. The A+List is arranged alphabetically, with more information available by clicking on the link to each firm’s profile. Get Your Firm On the Next A+List.

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 13, 2013

This is something that is particularly important to me because I think that if our drawings look like we took the time to craft their appearance, the contractors know that they need to take time to pay attention to what we drew. Your comment is fairly ignorant considering the limited amount of information you have to base such a comment.

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