EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

When we present our initial schematic designs to our client, we are selling. When I present a product or service to a prospective client, I am presenting them with something that will improve their lives. A Simple Sales System for Small Firm Architects. It’s as simple as that. We need to make some changes.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 22, 2023

This presents a free and pared-down selection of indicators in the form of a material data library. She describes "a slight monopolisation happening" over sustainability in architecture, with small firms falling "very far behind". The second option for engaging with Revalu is through a front-end digital platform.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 6, 2015

Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. During the Design Development Phase of each project, we provide our clients with a “shopping list” and contact information to suppliers and sales people we know, like and trust. Forget about profit.

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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.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Empowering architects to better serve the world with more than 681,000 total downloads in 2021, the EntreArchitect Podcast has grown to serve small firm architects from every corner of the planet. Daniel Stewart started using Revit in roughly 2002 after seeing it presented at an AIA San Francisco event.

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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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Bustler

JULY 22, 2024

Event Date: Sep 14, 2024 - Sep 22, 2024; Event City: London, GB This September, Japanese craft and design store wagumi in London’s Oxo Tower will present the second edition of “Kagoshima: Stories in Craft from South Japan” during the London Design Festival. For more information, visit wagumi-j.com or follow @kagoshima_stories on social media.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Utilizing pioneering design and construction methods, its work is informed by each site’s unique cultural and geographic qualities. Combined with cutting-edge sustainable materials, the firm’s approach places past and present in dialogue.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Money may not buy you happiness, but running an architecture firm that works most certainly will. Last week, I presented a 60 minute webinar where I shared the step by step process of developing a profit plan for a small firm. I’ve given you the information you need. The EntreArchitect Profit Challenge.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Similarly, though the mountainous dangers of avalanches may have informed the structural logic, on the other side of the same coin, the spectacular views were also major informants for the architects. To see more of Farmer Payne Architects’ bold yet timeless work, visit the firm’s in-depth Architizer profile.

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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.

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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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ArchiDiaries

MAY 24, 2022

The American Institute of Architects, San Francisco (AIASF), in collaboration with the Center for Architecture + Design and AIASF’s Housing Committee, is pleased to present its annual symposium Housing+ | Future Typologies for a Livable and Equitable San Francisco on Thursday, June 16, and Friday, June 17 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. .

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 11, 2017

There is a fine line to walk when presenting selections though. Present too few and your client may not feel well served. Present too many and they will freeze up, stall and often panic, as they attempt to process the overwhelming amount of information required to make a decision. How many schemes during Schematic Design?

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 22, 2017

An annual budget is developed on the basis of information contained in past financial reports. When you have reliable historical data from past financial reports, those forecasts become informed forecasts, rather than simply best guesses. How To Fix Your Profitability Problem as a Small Firm Architect (blog).

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EntreArchitect

JULY 25, 2017

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. It’s your document, but it is presented in a way that makes it appear that your terms and conditions are “standard” to the profession.

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Architizer

JUNE 26, 2024

Over the past decade, small firms from coast to coast have been gaining momentum, and their labors are finally yielding fruit. This project presented an opportunity for us to demonstrate one of our core beliefs about urban renewal: that well-designed architecture can positively impact a community and catalyze change.

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Architecture Firms Sustainability Inspiration 96

EntreArchitect

JANUARY 5, 2016

The all-new EntreArchitect is built exclusively for you; the small firm entrepreneur architect. We’ve developed a comprehensive content calendar for the entire year, which will allow us to systematically improve our firms, step by step. I’m sure you are noticing a few changes around here. Welcome to the All-New EntreArchitect.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 29, 2017

With that information, develop a profile of your “ideal” client. To thoroughly qualify opportunities, you must be able to identify core aspects of situations, define elements at the center of controversies, uncover root causes of problems, discover carefully guarded information, and obtain rarely volunteered commitments.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 26, 2016

They frantically react to the demands of a small business with almost no ability to move into a larger, more profitable and efficient business model. Inviting an investment from an experienced venture group may be the solution to your small firm struggles. Many investment firms employ talent across a wide range of expertise.

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Architizer

JANUARY 3, 2022

With the addition of Firm Categories, the A+Awards is the only architectural program designed explicitly to reward studios of all sizes and geographies. There are 18 Firm Categories to enter, based on Firm Type, Specialization and Firm location. The A+Awards Firm Categories are summarized as follows: Firm Type.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 11, 2016

This past week, at EntreArchitect Academy , we launched the new Academy format with a live expert training session presented by Rena Klein, FAIA of RM Klein Consulting titled Financial Management: Key Concepts. Our Expert Training sessions at the Academy are designed to go deep and provide as much information as possible.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 10, 2016

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. It’s your document, but it is presented in a way that makes it appear that your terms and conditions are “standard” to the profession.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 16, 2017

As small firm architects, we are responsible for so many different roles and responsibilities. In this post, I am sharing 6 tools that I have chosen and currently use to automate my own small firm. 6 Digital Tools to Automate an Architecture Firm. ScheduleOnce for coordinating my calendar.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In recognition of this fact, Architizer is delighted to present the much-anticipated fifth edition of the coveted A+List , an annual rundown of every firm that scooped an A+Award and A+Firm Award in the previous season. We’ve also curated a selection of featured firms, providing some extra background on their A+Award triumphs.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 18, 2016

Around the same time, I was running a residential architecture firm in full “survivor mode” and growing this blog in the early days of its rebirth as a platform dedicated to inspiring small firm architects to build better businesses. News media is no longer intended to inform. Its purpose today is to incite.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 9, 2018

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. What was the construction cost for the project presented? Want to have YOUR best work featured here at EntreArchitect? Project Name.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 21, 2018

What was the construction cost for the project presented? We are a husband and wife design firm (architect husband, interiors wife). We did do a tremendous amount of pre-design information gathering on the client’s lifestyles, needs, and wishes… as well as extensive site analysis and feasibility. Percentage of cost.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

I will be presenting on Friday morning and speaking on how to succeed in architecture. Persuing my mission to spread the message of Entrepreneur Architect and for our community of small firm architects becoming an influential force in the profession, I have been speaking at events throughout the nation. Will I see you there?

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Architizer

DECEMBER 12, 2022

This guiding philosophy considers the client and user’s requirements, the physical and cultural environment and the present and future functions of a building. No matter their client’s needs or budget, the firm’s goal is to deliver architecture that endures in both material and memory. Best Small Firms.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 28, 2021

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. We can use this data to: inform our managers how to plan for a project. let our team know what they should be working on.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 2, 2022

Small differences in custom residential projects, however, meant that some content was not relevant and could be ignored while other information needed to be added. Previously, architects and contractors have successfully used other ACD agreements for their custom residential projects. Coordination of Documents.

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Architizer

JANUARY 21, 2022

Founded in 2005, Kéré Architecture is a small firm based in Berlin with an affiliate in Burkina Faso, Francis Kéré’s birthplace. The practice is informed by a dual focus on design excellence and social commitment. Kéré Architecture.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 5, 2013

This week’s post is short, but the message presented is an important one. White space is often viewed as empty space ready to be filled with a photo, a headline or more information. White space is often viewed as empty space ready to be filled with a photo, a headline or more information. Our lives need white space too.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

She presented on this month’s theme, Business Development. With that information, develop a profile of your “ideal” client. You rush to make presentations. Many architects are too eager to make presentations. Rochelle was the guest speaker for our February EntreArchitect Academy Expert Training session.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 3, 2019

What we learned from studying more than 400 architecture firm websites. Over the past year, we’ve evaluated the websites of more than 400 architecture firms. In our study, it didn’t seem to matter whether a firm was established or new, or big or small. Why do so many architecture firm websites fail?

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 30, 2013

I’ve been asked to present a workshop session based on the Entrepreneur Architect Academy blog series , which I posted during the first weeks of this year. Clearly there is high demand for information on building better businesses and making more money as an architect. The year 2013 has seen amazing growth for the blog.

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