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Notes from running a small firm: fees, construction administration, cash, and how not to become the bottleneck.
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Zoning is an odd duck. Zoning is unique among codes because you might not be able to build. Period.
It may be time for small-firm architects to start using AI - or at least get very familiar with what it can do.
For Architects a Contingency works better than stating a range of costs. Here is how much contingency to include.
Small-firm architects can master construction cost estimating with 5 simple principles. Learn how to stay on budget, impress clients, and build your reputation.
An overview of the architectural bidding process including checklists in a template format for use by small-firm architects in managing the Bidding Phase of services.
Do you have an easy way to determine the Deliverables you will need to produce to complete a project? Here is one idea. The master deliverables checklist and its many uses.
The SimpleTrends app demonstrated with annotated screenshots showing its advantages for small-firm architects.
Small-firm architects routinely lose money on Construction Administration. Learn the fee protection strategies that protect your time and your bottom line.
I have studied time management a lot over my career. I needed to. I can slack off with best of them. I’m a natural.
Managing time and money effectively is critical to running an architectural practice profitably.
Learn how to calculate an appropriate fee for nearly any architectural project - large or small.
Project Forms close the gap between project management and business management for small-firm architects.
Architects, and other project-driven people, can improve their effectiveness by following these four principals for setting priorities that will reduce rework, assist in delegation, and eliminate bottlenecks for a smoother, more profitable project outcomes.