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Sep 13 2021

Architecture Is Human: Part I – The Humanity of Making Things

Architecture only exists in humanity. Burrows, hives, nests and anthills are creations of instinct, not design, despite their exquisite beauty. Humanity is distinct from all other life on earth because, for us, instinct is inadequate. So it is with architecture. Outcomes in architecture are twofold. First, like the designs of instinct, any building must protect […]

Written by Duo Dickinson · Categorized: Architects · Tagged: Architecture, Personal Philosophy, theory

May 17 2021

Storytelling – Your Defining Moment

Story Origins In the first two articles of this series, Architects as Storytellers and Architects’ Claim to Storyteller Status, we looked at the “Story Origins” of Architecture. We saw that the sculpted frieze of ancient Greek temples was used as a narrative device to honor a god or goddess. It told a story. We claimed […]

Written by Collier Ward · Categorized: Architects, Branding, Marketing, Public Relations · Tagged: Origin Story, Story, Storytelling, Writing

Dec 16 2012

10 Ways Architects Can Make More Money

To successfully complete a project, an architect is responsible for making thousands of critical decisions. To complete the development of a standard residential additions and alterations project, it takes several months of focus and dedication. Many of us work long hours, long into the night, through weekends and holidays. The innovative ideas and concepts we create […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: Architects, Business, Strategy · Tagged: additional services, Construction Management, fees, monetize your website, money, reimbursable expenses

Nov 25 2012

The 8th A.R.E. Division: Practical Construction Experience

I come from a family of auto mechanics and contractors, so repair and construction are in my blood. Before I was registered as a New York State architect, I worked as a carpenter and mason during summers and school breaks. As a child, I would hear my carpenter uncle speak negatively about architects and I […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: Architects, Construction · Tagged: A.R.E., Architect Registration Examination

Nov 22 2012

Letter To My Beloved Profession (Guest Post)

Today I have the pleasure of introducing you to Marie-Claude Soulard, an architect based in the San Diego area and the owner of Soulard Architecture. Last week I posted a new discussion at the Entrepreneur Architect Linkedin Group titled Architecture is Dead: Let’s Reinvent the Profession. The following is Marie-Claude’s response to my challenge to […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: Architects, Education, Professional Practice

Nov 08 2012

Architectural Interns: Read This Now!

Bob Borson from Life of an Architect blog published a great post today about Architectural Interns. It includes tips, suggestions and requirements from some of Bob’s friends, including me. If you know an architectural intern or a recent grad looking for work, this is a must read.

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: Architects, Blogs, Education, Professional Practice

Nov 04 2012

We Are Architects. We Can Help Them Heal.

I apologize for the lack of development this post may seem to exhibit. Thrown into complete darkness by Hurricane Sandy, I am writing this from my warm bed on a Droid Incredible smart phone. We have not had power since 3PM Monday (October 29). We are blessed to have survived the storm of our lifetimes […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: Architects, Personal · Tagged: Damage Evaluations, Hurricane Sandy, Repairs

Oct 28 2012

Michael Gallin: Entrepreneur Architect

While at Carnegie Melon University’s school of architecture in the early 90’s, Michael Gallin developed a passion for finding innovative solutions combining design and technology. Although his primary interest has always been architecture, computer technology has been a close second. Gallin founded his architecture firm just north of New York City in 1999. He recently […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: Architects, Entrepreneurs, Process, Software, Specifcations, Systems, Websites

Oct 20 2012

The Passion Profit Cycle of Success

Prior to starting our own firms, we business-owner architects experienced an “entrepreneurial seizure”, as Michael Gerber so accurately described in his book, The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don’t Work and What to Do About It. It’s the precise moment when a passionate employee commits to starting her own firm. Frustrated by the process […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: Architects, Business, Entrepreneurs, Motivation, Success · Tagged: Business Cycle, E-Myth, Passion, Profit

Feb 21 2012

Speak to Them in a Language That They Will Better Understand

Residential Architect magazine sent me an email today introducing a new video series, Value of Residential Architecture. Each video will feature an architect discussing his/her thoughts on why residential architecture is important and where residential architecture is headed in the future. If you subscribe to Residential Architect, you may have received the link in your […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: AIA, Architects, Books and Magazines, Clients, Video

Dec 07 2011

Things I Didn’t Learn at Architecture School (But Need to Know): How do I start and keep a business alive?

No one told me that I needed to know how to run a business. I’m an architect. I just need to tack up my shingle, design great buildings and clients will come knocking. Right? Maybe… but whether clients come knocking or not, its not so simple to keep them knocking. The solution? Write a business […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: Architects, Business, Planning, Strategy, Success

Nov 21 2011

Oklahoma State University: Architecture & Entrepreneurship

Oklahoma State is developing a program called Architecture & Entrepreneurship. Every architecture school should be doing the same. Do you know of any other programs teaching entrepreneurship to architects?

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: Architects, Education, Entrepreneurs, Uncategorized

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