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Specifications for Residential Architecture

This is a guest post by Rand Soellner; a founding member of ArCH (Architects Creating Homes, LLC). Win – Win – Win Recently the subject of specifications for residential architecture was discussed in detail on the EntreArchitect™ Podcast. This generated some interest in the subject nationwide, as it should. Why? If you are a licensed […]

How to Build a Stronger Team for Your Architecture Firm

This is a guest post by Norbert Lemermeyer of Architecture + Business. Establish an Orientation for New Employees The following outlines the standard orientation for a new employee into a small architectural office. This was my orientation some 40 years ago. Recently I talked to Tyler, a newly graduated architect and he outlined a similar experience […]

6 Changes I’ve Made To Reduce My Stress

Last week I attended the AIA Convention in Atlanta, Georgia. It was a great week of inspiration, education and connection. After 20 years in the profession and almost as many as a member of the American Institute of Architects, I began attending the annual convention back in 2013. That year I was invited to speak […]

12 Steps to Take Control of Your Email

As small firm architects, we are all working so hard to get everything done. Between the many hours we dedicate to building our firms and the time we spend building strong relationships at home, there are not many minutes left to do anything else. Each new week offers us another 168 hours, no more and no […]