How narrowing your focus, knowing your niche, and building a body of work can define your practice and your legacy. Most architects I talk to are afraid to specialize. They worry that narrowing their focus means turning away work, shrinking their opportunity, building a smaller firm. So they stay broad. They say yes to everything. […]
Architect as Developer: What It Really Takes to Build Your Own Architecture Project
A real-world story of risk, partnership, and hard lessons from a small firm architect who became the client. There’s a moment in every architect’s career when the idea shows up. You’re walking a site, reviewing zoning, or sketching a concept, and a different kind of thought begins to take shape. Instead of asking what the […]
Architect-Led Design Build: Why Small Firm Architects Should Take Control of Construction
How integrating architecture, construction, and real estate can transform your firm and increase your value In Episode 649, I sat down with Jonathan Wolk, a licensed architect, general contractor, and real estate broker who has built something most architects only talk about. An integrated practice that brings architecture, construction, and real estate together under one […]
Don’t Panic—Pivot: 5 Things to Do When Your Pipeline Dries Up
If your phone’s gone quiet, your inbox is suspiciously light, and the leads have all but vanished, I want you to take a deep breath. Don’t panic. This moment—this exact moment—might just be the turning point your firm needs. In this week’s Solo Session of the EntreArchitect Podcast, I spoke directly to firm owners who […]
Innovating Small Firm Architecture with Technology and Teamwork
In the ever-evolving world of architecture, embracing innovation and technology can significantly impact the efficiency and success of small firms. In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Courtney Rombough, a licensed architect specializing in remodeling and additions to old homes in Montclair, New Jersey. Courtney’s journey offers a […]