How to Start and Operate Your Own Design Firm: A Guide for Interior Designers and Architects

by Albert W. Rubeling Jr.

For interior designers and architects who have always dreamed of having their own design firm…this book can make that dream a reality. How to Start and Operate Your Own Design Firm takes readers step-by-step through the process of establishing a business, from developing a business plan to running an office. This comprehensive guide is packed with nuts-and-bolts information on such topics as getting financing, setting fees, establishing a client base, advertising and marketing, dealing with insurance and banking, and getting accounting and legal assistance. There’s even valuable help with the psychological challenges of starting a business—fear, risk, guilt, success. Filled with real-life success stories, business checklists, and self-evaluation forms, this invaluable guide offers everything designers and architects need to make their dreams come true.

Genres: Architecture, Business

258 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 1, 1993

Reviews

[Craig Tyler · Rating 3 out of 5]

I purchased this book as a primer into Architectural Practice which was NOT the AIA's Guide to Professional Architectural Practice. And I recieved just that. This book is written in a very "down to earth" way with much of the business information being geared towards architects and designers. I will probably re-read portions as needed in the future, but this is by no means an exhaustive reference on the subject. It is certainly worthy of a browse for those seeking alternative practice information. And it is definitely a must purchase for those seeking a cheering section, the author is highly motivated and wishes you all the best.