Articles Tagged with ''architecture firms''

This special section, which also serves as Continuing Education, examines firms of varying sizes and the challenges—and opportunities—that they face today.

Meet the top emerging firms, all established fewer than 10 years ago, that are beginning to make their mark on the profession with smart and striking projects.

Robert Silman, president emeritus of engineering firm Silman, argues for less dependence on computers when working on structural analysis and design.

Architects must change the profession's value proposition and find new ways to do business, writes Phil Bernstein.

Close relationships with clients, value-added service, an emphasis on design quality, a collegial work atmosphere—the appeals of small firms have lured many architects into opening up shop.

This month's issue examines how firms of various sizes are keeping up with the demands of today's clientele.

Transitioning from a small studio to a midsize firm often entails an exponential increase in overhead—in some cases supporting multiple locations.

Firms with high head counts and deep pools of talent are ripe for creative reinvention, but vulnerable as well.

Because of their size and reach, extra-large architecture firms are perhaps best equipped to tackle challenges like housing needs and natural disasters.  

By bringing the architect on board, the forward-looking company further embraces its roots in design.