LAUNCH YOUR ARCHITECTURE FIRM

Choosing Your Architecture Niche: Residential, Commercial, Adaptive Reuse, or Institutional

Deciding between custom residential, commercial tenant improvement, adaptive reuse, or institutional…

Using Dodge Construction Network and AIA Data to Validate Architecture Demand

Learn how small architecture practices use Dodge Construction Network, the AIA Architecture Billings…

The Essentials: Validate — Architecture Firm

Phase 1 essentials for Architecture Firm. Key decisions and actions for the Validate phase of your l…

FORM

5 guides

Continuing Education Requirements: AIA Credits, State-Specific PE/Architect Licensing, and Specialization Certifications

Master architect continuing education. Understand AIA credits, state PE/architect licensing, and boo…

5 min

Architect CE: AIA Credits, State Licensing & Specializations

Master architect continuing education. Learn about AIA HSW credits, state PE/Architect licensing req…

Forming Your Architecture PLLC or PC: Licensure, NCARB, and Business Registration

Step-by-step guide to forming a PLLC or PC for a licensed architect, passing the ARE exam, obtaining…

AIA Contract Forms, Business Registration, and Practice Requirements for Your Architecture Firm

A practical guide to AIA owner-architect agreements (B101, B105), business registration requirements…

The Essentials: Form — Architecture Firm

Phase 4 essentials for Architecture Firm. Key decisions and actions for the Form phase of your launc…

FINANCE

3 guides

Architecture Firm Startup Costs, Billing Rates, and Project Accounting Software

Understand real architecture firm startup costs ($5K–$30K), set billing rates for intern and license…

Funding Your Architecture Firm: Insurance Costs, Software Budgets, and Financial Planning

A financial planning guide for small architecture practice owners — covering E&O insurance costs thr…

The Essentials: Finance — Architecture Firm

Phase 5 essentials for Architecture Firm. Key decisions and actions for the Finance phase of your la…

BUILD

8 guides

Design Software Licensing: Revit vs. Archicad vs. SketchUp Pro and How to Justify Technology Costs

Navigate design software licensing for architecture firms. Compare Revit, Archicad, SketchUp Pro, an…

Project Delivery Software and Collaboration Tools: Revit Cloud, BIM360, and Slack Integration Workflows

Optimize architectural project delivery with integrated workflows. Learn how Revit Cloud, BIM360, an…

Optimize Architecture Projects: Revit Cloud, ACC, Slack

Master project delivery for your architecture firm. Learn integrated workflows with Revit Cloud, Aut…

Pricing Construction Phase Services: On-Site, Periodic & Punch List

Master construction phase service pricing. Learn to quote full-time on-site, periodic observation, a…

Revit Cloud, BIM360, Slack: Integrated Architecture Project Delivery

Boost architecture project efficiency with integrated workflows using Revit Cloud, BIM360, and Slack…

Building Your Architecture Firm Tech Stack: Revit, AutoCAD, Rendering, and Project Management

A complete guide to the architecture firm technology stack — BIM software (Revit vs ArchiCAD), draft…

Construction Documents, Specifications, and CA Tools for Small Architecture Practices

Build your architecture firm's construction documents and construction administration workflow using…

The Essentials: Build — Architecture Firm

Phase 2 essentials for Architecture Firm. Key decisions and actions for the Build phase of your laun…

BRAND

3 guides

Marketing Your Architecture Firm: Portfolio, Archinect, Dezeen, and AIA Awards

Build your small architecture practice brand through a compelling portfolio on Archinect and Houzz, …

Building Your Architecture Firm Brand Identity and Website

Create a compelling architecture firm brand — naming strategy, visual identity, website design, and …

The Essentials: Brand — Architecture Firm

Phase 7 essentials for Architecture Firm. Key decisions and actions for the Brand phase of your laun…

PROTECT

6 guides

Insurance and Liability Coverage: E&O Insurance Minimums, Claims-Made Policies, and Tail Coverage

Navigate essential E&O insurance for your architecture firm. Understand claims-made policies, tail c…

AIA Contract Documents: Understanding A201, B101, and Liability Caps in Your Client Agreements

Master AIA Contract Documents A201 & B101. Learn to negotiate crucial liability caps to protect your…

AIA Contracts: A201, B101 & Liability Caps for Architects

Master AIA A201, B101, and liability caps to protect your architecture firm. Learn practical strateg…

Architecture E&O Insurance, AIA Contracts, and Professional Liability Protection

Protect your small architecture practice with the right E&O insurance through Victor O. Schinnerer, …

Multi-State Architecture Practice: NCARB, Reciprocal Licensure, and Risk Management

Navigate multi-state architecture practice with NCARB reciprocal licensure, understand which states …

The Essentials: Protect — Architecture Firm

Phase 8 essentials for Architecture Firm. Key decisions and actions for the Protect phase of your la…

LOCATE

6 guides

Permit and Entitlement Strategy: How Long to Budget for Approvals and Client Communication Workflows

Learn effective strategies for managing permits and entitlements in architecture to streamline clien…

Building Code and Zoning Expertise: Specializations That Command Higher Fees and Referral Networks

Unlock higher fees and a robust referral network by specializing in complex building codes and zonin…

Permit & Entitlement Strategy: Approvals & Client Workflow Guide

Master permit and entitlement strategy for architecture firms. Learn to budget approval times, strea…

Permit & Entitlement Strategy: Budgeting Approvals & Client Workflows

Master permit and entitlement strategy for your architecture firm. Learn how to budget for approvals…

Architecture Firm Office Strategy: Home Studio, Coworking, or Dedicated Office

Decide whether to run your small architecture practice from a home studio, coworking space, or dedic…

The Essentials: Location — Architecture Firm

Phase 6 essentials for Architecture Firm. Key decisions and actions for the Location phase of your l…

PRICE

7 guides

Design Phase Scope Definition: How to Prevent Scope Creep and Maximize Your Hourly Rate

Learn expert strategies for defining design phase scope in architecture firms. Prevent scope creep, …

Fee Structures and Project Profitability: Percentage-Based vs. Hourly vs. Fixed-Price Contracts

Master architecture firm fee structures: percentage-based, hourly, fixed-price. Learn to optimize co…

5 min

Mastering Design Phase Scope: Prevent Creep & Boost Profit

Learn expert strategies for defining design phase scope in architecture to prevent costly creep, enh…

Architecture Firm Fee Structures: Boost Project Profitability

Master architecture firm fee structures: percentage, hourly, fixed-price. Learn to optimize contract…

Architecture Fee Structures: Percentage of Cost, Hourly, and Lump Sum by Phase

Master architecture fee structures for your small practice — percentage of construction cost (10-15%…

Competitive Pricing Strategy for Small Architecture Practices

Learn how to set competitive fees for your small architecture practice — understanding your cost flo…

The Essentials: Price — Architecture Firm

Phase 3 essentials for Architecture Firm. Key decisions and actions for the Price phase of your laun…

SELL

7 guides

Portfolio and Case Study Documentation: Before-and-After Content Strategy for Client Acquisition

Master before-and-after case studies to win architecture clients. Learn practical strategies for doc…

Client Acquisition Channels for Architects: Developer Networks, General Contractor Relationships, and Direct Leads

Discover proven client acquisition channels for architects. Learn to leverage developer networks, bu…

Architecture Firm: Before-After Portfolio for Client Growth

Master the before-and-after content strategy for your architecture firm. Learn to document transform…

4 min

Architect Client Acquisition: Developers, GCs & Direct Leads

Master architect client acquisition. Learn to leverage developer networks, cultivate strong GC relat…

Architecture Business Development: Houzz Leads, RFQ Responses, and Developer Relationships

Build a sustainable architecture practice pipeline through residential Houzz leads, referrals from c…

Architecture Client Proposals, Contracts, and Closing Strategies for Small Practices

Write compelling architecture client proposals, navigate contract negotiations using AIA B101, handl…

The Essentials: Sell — Architecture Firm

Phase 9 essentials for Architecture Firm. Key decisions and actions for the Sell phase of your launc…

OPERATE

5 guides

Staff Productivity Metrics: Billable Hours, Project Profitability, and CAD Technician Utilization Ratios

Master essential staff productivity metrics for your architecture firm. Learn to optimize billable h…

4 min

Boost Architecture Firm Productivity: Billable Hours & Profitability

Master staff productivity in your architecture firm. Learn to track billable hours, maximize project…

Architecture Project Management: SD through CA with Monograph and Ajera

Master architecture project management for your small practice — track fee vs budget through Schemat…

Growing Your Architecture Practice: Staffing, Systems, and Sustainable Operations

Build a sustainable, growing small architecture practice — when and how to hire your first team memb…

The Essentials: Scale — Architecture Firm

Phase 10 essentials for Architecture Firm. Key decisions and actions for the Scale phase of your lau…