Most architects, engineers, and designers start their practices with little to no experience of running or building a business. Typically, the initial focus is on design, creating client relationships, and project delivery, with a central goal of winning new clients and work. Whilst these principles are essential in any design firm, there is a myriad of other elements that involve managing, controlling and building a business, that is required for any successful firm.

Our experience with architects, engineers and designers has provided us with the insight to derive some common elements and themes that are essential for the functioning of a successful practice in the design industry. So, what are these foundations?

To find out more about the 10 Business Foundations of Architecture,
Engineering, and Design, read our Business Foundations Collection on Issuu, located here.