Business of Architecture Podcast

Today we talk with architect Ryan Hansanuwat, a finalist in the 2014 Architecture Business Plan competition put on by Charette Venture Group. Whether you have a mature firm looking to re-define its direction or a start-up firm that is charting its course, you don't want to miss this episode. Listen in as we discuss the important elements of an architect business plan. Click here to read more about How To Create A Business Plan For An Architecture Firm

In this episode we talk about the last 3 of the 7 strategies for making architecture that Dan Willis outlines in his book "The Emerald City and Other Essays On The Architectural Imagination". Click here to read more about 7 Strategies For Making Architecture Part 2: Interview With Daniel Willis

In this episode we discuss 4 of professor Dan Willis' '7 Strategies For Making Architecture'. They are: collaboration and conviviality (or take the client to lunch) the respected professional and the troping of limitations unconventional practices (or the 'day job') the imaginatively flawed and provacatively incomplete Click here to read more about 7 Strategies For Making Architecture: Interveiw With Daniel Willis

Architect and author Rena M. Klein literally wrote the book on small firm management. Listen in as we discuss how to get extraordinary results (and avoid common mistakes) of small architecture firm management. In this episode we discuss: How to keep your firm on track as a principal (even when you aren't around) Common management mistakes of small architecture firms How to avoid being penny wise and pound foolish The #1 key to maximizing the productivity of firm employees How to create a safe 'exit' by mentoring 2nd generation leaders Click here to read more about Architecture Firm Management For Practice Success: Interview With Rena M. Klein FAIA

In today's episode we talk with Rena M. Klein, business planning and management consultant about strategies and best practices when competing in the architectural playing field.Rena M. Klein is the founder of RM Klein Consulting, a business and management consulting firm catering to small to mid-sized architecture and design firms to help their firm run better. Click here to read more about Management For Small Architecture Firms: Interview with Rena M. Klein FAIA

In today's episode we're back with Thomas R. Fisher as he encourages architects to expand their horizons, think outside the box, and figure out ways to bring the power of design to the 95%. He also shares with us the University of Minnesota College of Design's pioneering works that aims to redefine and redesign the practice of architecture. Click here to read more about Redesigning The Practice Of Architecture To Reach The 95%: Interview with Thomas Fisher

Click here to read more about The Case For Higher Architect Fees

Stuart Magruder, principal and owner of Studio Nova A Architects, Inc. talks about starting a design oriented architecture firm. He also shares the 'secret' that the world's most prominent and successful architects use to produce creative, design-oriented projects. Click here to read more about Starting A Design Oriented Architecture Firm - Interview With Los Angeles Architect Stuart Magruder

What are the ethical and moral obligations of architects as stewards of the built environment? Stuart Magruder is the principal and owner of Studio Nova A Architects, Inc. In this episode we talk about why he was not re-appointed to the Bond Oversight Committee of the Los Angeles Unified School District. Click here to read more about Architect Speaks Out and Is Dismissed From Bond Oversight Committee

Herbert M. Cannon is one of the nations leading experts in the management of A/E firms. With over 25 years of “hands on” experience in the A/E Industry, Herb has held top management positions in a number of high profile firms. Click here to read more about Architecture Firm Management For maximum Profit With Herbert Cannon