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Mar 10 2026

Architect Renovation Cost Estimator: Why Cost Clarity Should Come Before Design

What small firm architects can learn about leading renovation projects with clarity, confidence, and better clients One of the most painful moments in residential architecture often happens long after the design work is complete. The drawings are finished, the client is excited about the possibilities, and the project finally goes out for pricing. Then the […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: cost estimating, podcast episodes · Tagged: architecture business, homeowner clients, project scope, renovation strategy, residential architecture

Jan 13 2026

Architects at Home: What I Learned Renovating My Own House

Lessons from living through a multi-phase renovation as both architect and homeowner This week’s episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast is something different. Instead of our regular focus on business strategy, firm leadership, and practice management, I’m sharing a replay of a guest appearance I made on Home: The Second Story Podcast. In that conversation, I […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: Personal, podcast episodes · Tagged: architect as homeowner, home renovation, phased renovation, renovation lessons, residential architecture

Dec 15 2025

Fire Resilient Residential Architecture Lessons from Case Study 2.0

How AAHA Studio is using design leadership to rebuild communities after wildfire When I sat down with Harper Halprin and Aaron Leshtz of AAHA Studio, I expected a conversation about residential design. What emerged was something far more important. This was a discussion about responsibility, leadership, and the often unseen ways architects serve people when […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: podcast episodes · Tagged: architecture process, fire resilient architecture, housing design, residential architecture, small firm leadership, wildfire rebuilding

Aug 01 2025

EA619: Jane Frederick, FAIA – Contemporary Southern Vernacular: Designing Sustainable Homes for Hot, Humid Climates

Contemporary Southern Vernacular: Designing Sustainable Homes for Hot, Humid Climates In this episode of EntreArchitect podcast, Mark R. LePage sits down with Jane Frederick, FAIA, 2020 President of the American Institute of Architects and principal of Frederick + Frederick Architects. Jane reflects on the path that led her to co-found her award-winning firm in Beaufort, […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Tagged: AIA, Architect, Architects, architectural leadership, Architecture, Branding, building science, Business, custom homes, Design, EntreArchitect, entrepreneur, environmental impact, hot humid climates, Jane Frederick, Marketing, Profit, residential architecture, Success, Sustainable Design

Jun 11 2025

Beyond Building Code: Designing for Health in Residential Architecture

Why Indoor Air Quality, Materials, and Occupant Behavior Matter More Than Ever When it comes to designing homes, most architects can recite building code requirements in their sleep. But here’s the problem: the code is the minimum. And in today’s world, minimum isn’t good enough. That truth hit hard during my recent conversation with Caroline […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: healthy homes, residential architecture · Tagged: healthy home design, home health risks, indoor air quality, residential architecture, Sustainable Design

Jun 21 2024

EA566: Matias Daroch – Establishing a Development Group as an Architect

Establishing a Development Group as an Architect Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Matias Daroch, an accomplished architect, entrepreneur, and real estate developer based in Miami. Matias began his architectural journey in his hometown in Chile, where his passion for architecture and entrepreneurship took root. While still in architecture school, he explored creative business […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Tagged: Architect, Architects, Architecture, bilingual, Branding, Business, Chile, client-focused, Collaboration, Design, EntreArchitect, entrepreneur, investment opportunities, Marketing, Miami, MIK Architecture, modern design, Profit, real estate development, residential architecture, Success

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