Photo by Jehyun Sung by Greg Burke, FAIA It is often said the leaders don’t create followers, they create other leaders. Why is this important? Leadership is not a mystical thing that is often hard to identify but can be seen in just about everyone who involves themselves in operating in and for a business. Not everyone is cut out to be a leader though. Leadership is a trait that is inherent in the personality and capabilities of an individual. Leadership is that innate quality in a … [Read more...]
Architectural Services: Focus on People Rather than Projects
Our job as small firm architects is not only to design great buildings or to prepare construction documents, which become the legal contract between owner and contractor. Our responsibility is far greater than what's listed in our agreement between owner and architect. Our clients have big dreams, little idea of how to achieve their goals and often carry unrealistic expectations regarding schedule and budget. The job of a small firm architect, whether working with residential or small … [Read more...]