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OverviewThe architect’s guide to running a small practice Thinking about starting your own architecture practice? Already running one and looking for better ways to manage projects, people and finances? This essential guide is packed with practical advice, real-world case studies and templates to help you build a thriving small practice. From setting up your business to handling cash flow, streamlining operations and marketing your services, this book breaks down everything you need to know. Covering projects from private residential to retrofit, education and public realm, it offers valuable insights tailored specifically for sole practitioners and micro practices with up to five employees. This new edition expands on the popular book, Small Practice and the Sole Practitioner, with fresh guidance on digital marketing, social impact and embedding sustainability into everyday work. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this is your go-to handbook for running a successful, resilient and responsible architectural practice. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Liz King , Marianne DavysPublisher: RIBA Publishing Imprint: RIBA Publishing Dimensions: Width: 17.00cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 21.00cm Weight: 0.800kg ISBN: 9781915722553ISBN 10: 1915722551 Pages: 272 Publication Date: 01 October 2025 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsAbout the Authors Introduction Part 1: Setting Up Chapter 1: Setting up a small architectural practice Part 2: Managing the Practice Chapter 2: Managing finances Chapter 3: Managing the office Chapter 4: Managing people Part 3: Running Projects Chapter 5: Pre-Contract Chapter 6: Contractor selection and tendering Part 4: Sustainable Small Practice Chapter 8: Embedding sustainable outcomes in a small practice Further Reading References Index Image CreditsReviewsAuthor InformationLiz King is an ARB Registered Architect, with over 15 years post-qualification experience at high profile design-led practices in London and Cambridge. Marianne Davys is an architect and sole director of Marianne Davys Architects Ltd. She lectures annually at the Cambridge School of Architecture to RIBA Part III students on setting up and running a small architectural practice. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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