The Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice Update 2006

by American Institute of Architects, Joseph A. Demkin (Editor)

REDEFINING THE PRACTICE OF ARCHITECTURE

CLIENT

BUSINESS

DELIVERY

SERVICES

This fourth companion volume to the Thirteenth Edition of The Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice brings architects and others working in the architectural community new and updated information, from important issues affecting day-to-day operations and emerging business trends to the latest AIA contract documents. Topics featured in this easy-to-use reference include:
* A client survey report describing how federal government agencies select design professionals and how these agencies view the performance of architects they hire
* Information on the opportunities and challenges that virtual design tools and technologies present to the architecture profession
* Real-world advice on the perils of fast-track projects and how to manage the risk of this widely used scheduling method
* Insightful coverage on how some firms are pioneering "lean thinking" to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of project delivery
* Advice on how recent start-up design firms have succeeded, how firms are applying "partnering" techniques to improve firm operations beyond project team performance, and why choosing whether to enter a design competition is an important business decision
* Useful guidance on copyright, use, and ownership of documents
* Information on the services architects can offer in program management, geotechnical investigations, parking planning, furniture acquisition, and demolition planning


In addition, an accompanying CD-ROM contains samples of all existing, revised, and new AIA contract documents.

Genres: Architecture, Reference, Nonfiction, Business

192 pages, Hardcover

First published September 11, 2001

Reviews

[Kiara De León]

I refer to this book as the “ARE Bible” for a reason—I have found it to be fundamental for the ARE exams. While it’s undeniably comprehensive, it’s also excessively long and repetitive, which can make it a challenging read.

I have a love-hate relationship with it (leaning heavily towards hate), but I’ve come to accept that it’s an unavoidable part of the journey to passing the AREs. Despite its flaws, this book is essential and there’s no way around it if you’re serious about succeeding.

[laura]

did not read the whole book L O L but I read the all sections recommended by the publishers for ARE study !!!!!!

tbh i will try to resell this $150+ book at my earliest convenience but that is not to undermine the gravity of this book

[laur]

it's not that i really liked it. it's that it's very handy for the licensing exams. VERY HANDY.

[Kristi]

It's hard to really review this book, since it's essentially a bunch of different authors that have joined together to add their relevant information and experiences. Overall it's a tremendous resource for someone preparing to take their Architect Registration Exams or someone fresh out of school that wants to know what being an Architect is *really* about, however a lot of the information is repetitive of long-winded and a few of the articles were really tough to get through. Overall it's an excellent resource and definitely worth the money for someone that wants to be a Licensed Architect.

[Veronica]

Is this the type of book I want to be reading? Hell no, however it is invaluable for the ARE PcM, PjM, and C&E exams. Highly recommend using this book if you are studying for these exams. Wiley will tell you the sections to read! Just google 'Wiley study guide ARE'

[Surana]

Chapter 14. Research in Practice. EBD

[raquel]

read and referred to this bitch so many times this semester, it needed to be included in my reads for the yr

[Aaron Young]

Great book. This is a good book for studying the ARE 5.0. It's also a good book to read if you're thinking about getting into the business of architecture.

[Nicole Fitzgerald]

I read the entirety of the book; which most people don’t do. I’d recommend skipping part 1 in its entirety. The other three parts are extremely useful. I read the book and then took and passed the ARE for PjM, CE & PcM after reading it. I found that this approach worked for me but there’s a list of suggested chapters for each exam I’ve seen others follow.

[Babar Hussain]

just read

[Whitney Ford]

I am actually enjoying reading this book because I'm learning information that I can apply and make myself a better practice manager.

[Leah]

Informative. Boring. Needs more pictures.