The Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice
The Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice
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Klein, FAIA on "Five New Insights on Practice" available in the 15th edition of The Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice. Exclusive:Executive Editor Rena M
Content is significantly revised to reflect the changing nature of the business of architecture related to the impact of integrated practice. This indispensable resource covers all aspects of architectural practice, including legal, financial, marketing, management, and administrative issues. An accompanying web site contains samples of the latest AIA Contract Documents in PDF format.. Authored by The American Institute of Architects (AIA), this guide is the updated architecture profession's standard on practice issues
The "MBA in Architecture" Reference Book Overall this is an excellent book that every architect/designer should own, especially those studying for their ARE or working towards understanding how to operate the business side of practice. This book might be better described as 'an MBA in Architecture' reference book, no really, I mean that. Get your office to order this and have it on your shelf, it should really be a standard since we don't do a good job of discussing the business of archite. "and great on the shelf" according to Mike Sealander. Comprehensive, and great on the shelf. For people taking the ARE, this is worth the investment, and you will want to keep it as a reference for years to come. I have a couple decades of experience, and I recently took it off the shelf to read the portions on project delivery. The IPD section is good, as well as the design-build essays. In fact, one of the nice features are these little essays written by practitioners. It's almost like being able to . "It is a great resource for any architect considering starting their own practice" according to Leslie. I purchased the Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice to help study for the ARE's. I wish I had purchased this sooner as the information covered is clear, concise and very reflective of the information candidates are expected to know for the exams. It is a great resource for any architect considering starting their own practice or just wanting to a broader understanding of the industry.