Young Architect

JUNE 12, 2023

High school drafting classes ignited his passion, prompting him to venture beyond his comfort zone. Upon graduation, Cody continued working at a small firm and found a mentor who played a pivotal role in his development.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 16, 2025

Were choosing to face fear, stretch beyond our comfort zones, and trust that our vision is worth the discomfort. Mark The post After the Leap: What Architects Discover on the Other Side of Fear appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. You are exactly where youre supposed to be. Better lives.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 15, 2015

Still one of the most popular posts on the blog; in this 3-part article Steven walks us through the step-by-step process of developing a powerful Profit Plan for our architecture firm. Financial Management for the Small Architectural Firm: The Prologue. In addition, you want to create a firm that people want to do business with.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Farmer Payne Architects , the firm behind the clever design, had to devise a scheme that would allow monumental snowslides to pass entirely overtop of the structure, and their solution resulted not only in a defensive design but one that is also handsome, offering its inhabitants new ways to relate to their stunning surroundings.

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Architizer

JULY 25, 2024

In parallel, 3D printing technology is also democratizing manufacturing by allowing small firms and individuals to participate in their own custom components. Scenario 02: The Rapid Relief Disaster Zone On June 19th, 2043, San Francisco is devastated by a major tsunami, destroying most parts of the city.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 12, 2016

Process of Recruitment at an Architecture Firm. He had just been ‘Fired’ from a High Profile firm of Interior Designers! The Branch Principal of the firm had a ‘Legendary and International Reputation’ of which I was fully aware. I even know of one firm that uses Retail Inventory Tags, and records Toilet Breaks!

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A Better Built Environment

MAY 9, 2021

Zoning separates uses leading to monotonous districts and reliance on driving to get the basics needed to live. Cities should take a deep honest look at whether their zoning codes, the design review process, and local control is actually benefiting the majority of their residents. One leads to the other in a vicious cycle.

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Additionally, it affects opportunity distribution within the firm. Andrew: From my experience, having many part-time employees in my office, especially students, the key challenge is balancing their workload and availability with the needs of the firm. In a small firm, where everything you do is highly visible, participation is key.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 17, 2013

Steve is the creator of ArchiOffice ® the leading office, project management and time tracking software used in more than 1,000 small and mid-sized architectural firms. Financial Management for the Small Architectural Firm: The Prologue. In addition, you want to create a firm that people want to do business with.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 24, 2021

Our first experience with remote hiring was March 18, 2020 – the first day the firm started working from home. The post Advantages of Remote Hiring and Onboarding for Architects appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 1, 2013

You need to work hard, push yourself beyond the limits of your comfort zone and do it over and over again. The post Hours in the Pool appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. If you want to become better at what you do; if you want to win, you need to spend more hours in the pool.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 8, 2014

For my thoughts on AIA Convention 2014 and my call to action to small firm architects for Convention 2015, please click over to Episode 36 of the Entrepreneur Architect Podcast and listen all the way through to the end. Architecture is more than CAD files and zoning regulations. Is your firm structured to benefit society?

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 12, 2014

Others wanted to know about how to start their own firms. As individual small firm architects, we have more important tasks requiring our attention. Build a strong, healthy, profitable business and create a unique marketing position to separate your firm from every other competitor, licensed or not. What do you think?

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 1, 2015

Running a small firm requires you to play many different roles. It is entirely possible that new hires have never read a building code or zoning ordinance. The post Seize The Moments appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Develop Your Staff… Everyday.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 23, 2018

Successful project delivery relies on the manager’s understanding of the constraints and goals of the project, both those of the firm and those of the client. We can stretch beyond our zone of comfort, expressing our project objectives in jargon-free language. At project kick-off, identify your client’s priorities.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 9, 2014

I was burning through my list of firms, calling, stopping in and following up. One of those conversations went like this: Firm Principal: “Yes, we received your resume but unfortunately we don’t have any work” (I’d heard that line about 12,000 times by now). “In Firm Principal: “No, there isn’t much work out there right now.”.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 24, 2013

For the past twelve weeks, we’ve explored every element required for a successful architecture firm. I’ve been continuously improving my firm’s project management system since we launched in 1999. Systems are the sound structure of a successful architectural firm. Don’t give your services away.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 20, 2021

As Terry Dopp, Director of Construction Admin at Dwell Design Studio put it, ‘The ability to know what you don’t know’ is important, throughout a project you’ll need to ‘continually educate yourself, step out of your comfort zone and work on projects/issues you are not comfortable with’. You can reach Jack by email at jack@part3.ca.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 24, 2021

I teach that you should pay attention to your “referral hot zones” which are moments during the client experience when clients are more likely to refer you. While she has had the privilege of helping well known corporations and franchises with their referral strategy, her focus in on small business owners and solopreneurs.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 17, 2018

Do you know if your firm is profitable? Well, you can learn how by downloading our free course profit for small firm architects today at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. As a small firm, entrepreneurial architect. Gusto is making payroll benefits and hr easy for small businesses. LePage: .

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 3, 2015

It just might save your projects, your firm and your livelihood. Okay… How about if you are on a borderline seismic zone and you haven’t specified the piers and foundation walls? The post Specifications for Residential Architecture appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 19, 2018

EntreArchitect.com/freecourse , download it right now, we’ll teach you how to build a thriving, profitable small business for your architecture firm. Freshbooks, the cloud based accounting software that makes running your small firm easy, fast and secure. You said your firm’s name is Runcible Studios.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 2, 2014

We are building a modern/industrial house for about $180 SF which I believe is in the “affordable modern” zone. link] Bob Borson not many small firms still use models – the trend is towards computer modeling since the software we use to prepare the construction drawings can take on double duty by creating the 3d images.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 31, 2025

Hes a small firm architect who chose early on to build a life of purpose over prestige. For small firm architects, thats critical. in reference to his approach to tricky zoning codes. This balancebetween practicality and poetryis where small firm architects thrive. We wear a lot of hats.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 24, 2017

Everything I have learned about succeeding in business as a small firm architect has come to me in two ways; either through trial and error (with lots and lots of error) or through the many dozens of business and “self-help” books that I’ve read over my many years as an architect. by Tom Kelley. read more ].

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