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"Ever wondered what a blend of dream projects and delighted clients looks like? - A successful Project - A delighted client - Amazing Review and Feedback Our strategic points to successful project: - Attentively understand the client's project vision and aspirations. - Elicit detailed preferences for their ideal project. - Propose diverse and innovative ideas. - Adhere to and respect the client's budget constraints. - Facilitate a comprehensive discussion on technical aspects, ensuring client involvement. - Uphold transparency in every phase of the project. - Foster clear and efficient communication channels. - Document all agreements and details in a written format." see more - https://lnkd.in/gwcSqW75 #ProjectExcellence #ClientLove #SuccessStory #villadesign #landscapedesign #reviews #client #architecture #ClientJoy #ProjectAchievement #SumDesignSuccess

Let's face it: as architects and engineers, projects often start with an existing structure. To be the best advocate for your clients, you need to know exactly what's on site, its condition, and its location. And you need to access that data throughout the project. So, why do so many projects still begin with a dead-end spreadsheet you'll have to parse through at the office later? Reclaim some of your time and discover how easy it is to start collecting existing conditions with Layer!

This concept applies to other domains too tho It's pretty common to have to repeat the same review topics in documents and/or code, at least until you start providing some explanation The hard part is to remember that knowledge acquisition is a process, so repeating is also part of education (tho it seems frustrating without a deep thought about it)

One of the startling revelations I’ve had over the last 10 years is how pointless architectural reviews are. It’s easy to go in and point all the errors in an architecture, but if the people who built it are still driving the effort then the result will be somewhere between defensiveness and contempt, and even reinforces the will to deliver the flawed architecture. The only method that consistently works is to teach teams, outside of a particular project context, how to find and recognize architectural flaws on their own, and then send them back in to the project. If they can’t do it themselves after this, then you know why the architecture is failing….

#ArmchairArchitect #revisited! Following up on yesterday's Armchair Architect on the importance of an Agenda, today it's meetings. You might ask yourself, "Is this really limited to just architects?" Good question! The answer is NO! Everyone should do better on meetings. But don't worry, tomorrow I'll post one that's more specific to architects. Or is it???? Spoiler alert: it isn't!!! If you had a #meeting and didn't take and publish a #MOM, it never happened!

Dear architect, let's look into two ways how you can talk about your work. 1️⃣ Technical talk: You love sharing all the cool specs and design bits of your projects.  2️⃣ Emotional storytelling: Here, you focus more on how people feel in the spaces you create and the stories behind them. ☞ So, what's the impact? 1️⃣ With Technical talk, fellow design nerds get excited, but sometimes others might find it hard to connect. 2️⃣ Emotional storytelling, though?  It can really draw people in, making them feel the magic of your designs. 🤔 Imagine this: 1️⃣ You post a technical blueprint of a cool new house.  Architects love it, but others scroll past. 2️⃣ Next day, you share a story about a family enjoying life in that house. Suddenly, everyone else is liking and commenting too! 💪🏻 The best approach? It all depends on who you're talking to! If you're chatting with other architects or builders, go ahead and talk about all the cool technical stuff. But if you're talking to the people who will live or work in the buildings, tell them about the great times they'll have in these places.  Keep it simple and real!  ~~~ Who’s listening to you – fellow architects or the families moving in?  How do you share your work – with specs or stories? 

Architects - 'Forward billing' against an agreed fee is great for cashflow, but please don't count it in your Profit & Loss statement until you've EARNED it. I hear too often that 'we always spend half the fee on the last 20%' In an objective sense, 'spending half the fee on the last 20%' is actually the same as saying ' when we thought we were 80% complete, we were only really 50%' 30% isn't just a rounding error! If you want more clarity about where you are now and where you are heading, use % complete & Earned Value Analysis to validate your WIP is best practice. #architects #architecture #virtualcfo

As architects, we often streamline our proposals to save time, but speed doesn’t always equal success. It’s a balancing act—spending countless hours on detailed proposals only to lose the bid can be frustrating. Here’s a strategy to make your proposals both efficient and effective: 1. Create a Solid Framework: Start with a well-structured template to save time. 2. Personalise the Details: High up in your proposal, include a section tailored to the client's brief. Speak their language and show you understand their unique needs. 3. Stand Out from the Competition: Clearly articulate how your approach is different from others. Highlight your unique skills and expertise, and how these will benefit the client’s project. 4. Balance Efficiency and Personalization: Use a template for general information, but make sure the critical parts are customized for each client. By following these steps, your proposals will not only be faster to create but also more compelling to potential clients. Let’s make your next proposal a winning one! #ArchitectTips #ClientConversion #TailoredProposals #ArchitectureMarketing #ClientSatisfaction

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When selecting an architect, the common mistake isn't about ignoring their portfolio or expertise. It's overlooking a fundamentally crucial skill: their ability to listen. Selecting an architect who truly listens can transform your project from good to extraordinary. We listen quite well :) www.af-architect.com