That is a question that many of my readers ask me each week. The answer will certainly differ depending on whom you ask. When architects ask me how much it will cost to launch an architecture firm, I say, “as much as you need.” Below I will discuss the very basics required to launch a […]
How To Make Money as an Architect
The number one question, I am asked each week is, “How can I make more money as an architect?” Through my twenty years of experience, I’ve come to realize that much of our financial struggles are due to very simple problems. Yes. We have huge issues in our profession with which we must address, but […]
Success and Failures of a Small Firm Architecture Studio
If you’re not failing, then you’re not pushing yourself enough… and real success will never come. The current edition of Residential Architect magazine includes a feature titled, Rebound. It leads with a story about my firm, Fivecat Studio. I shared my story with Cheryl Weber (one of my favorite trade writers) about some of the […]
Project Undercurrent
The world is changing rapidly and social media is the fuel. A couple of years ago, my friend, kitchen designer Susan Serra convinced me to join Twitter. I had so many things going on at the time (some things never change) and I was hesitant to commit to another social platform. With Susan’s encouragement, I […]
Financial Statements for Architects
Without any education in business basics, architects rarely understand the fundamentals of business success. Some months we have money left over and other months we struggle to pay each bill. For years, I ran my business with no real understanding of how to end each month with a profit. Seven years into owning our own […]
Living a Balanced Life as a Small Firm Architect
As small firm architects, work/life balance plays a critical role in the success of our businesses, as well as the success of our families. In Annmarie’s and my case (and I hope it will be the case with many sole proprietor and small firm architects) our work and our life have integrated themselves into one […]
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