http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/insight Luxury Custom Home Building Insight en paul@myover.com Copyright 2010 2010-11-16T14:16:56-06:00 http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/barkitecture-has-raised-over-40000/ http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/barkitecture-has-raised-over-40000/#When:14:16:56Z Luis Jauregui, AIA, President of Jauregui Architecture, Interiors, Construction, judged Barkitecture 2010. Barkitecture has raised over $40,000 for local area animal rescue groups. Company News, Luis Jauregui 2010-11-16T14:16:56-06:00 http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/tour-unique-homes-benefit-charity/ http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/tour-unique-homes-benefit-charity/#When:16:20:44Z Company News, Luis Jauregui 2010-03-21T16:20:44-06:00 http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/luis-shares-advise-to-homeowners-for-2010-on-housesmarts-radio/ http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/luis-shares-advise-to-homeowners-for-2010-on-housesmarts-radio/#When:20:09:04Z About HomeSmarts Radio HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini will give listeners across the U.S. and Canada a chance to get the advice they need so they can tackle their home improvement projects the right way the first time. Whether it’s simple fixes or complex renovations, Lou can help you save money and time while building equity in your most important investment, your home. 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Architecture, Inspiration, Luis Jauregui 2010-01-12T20:09:04-06:00 http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/architects-as-realtors/ http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/architects-as-realtors/#When:21:07:24Z Architects are generalists in the big picture.  We orchestrate the project as a whole, consulting with other professionals in areas outside of our realm.  In today’s challenging economy, residential architects are reaching beyond traditional architectural roles.  We are more often becoming the consultant as a means to an end and to supplement our income.  We are adopting skills and widening our focus beyond purely architectural design.  In the last few months, I have run across several architects who have chosen to obtain their Realtor’s licenses, offering real estate services in their own practices and via the web.  This seems like a very natural extension of our area of knowledge… Published Articles, Luis Jauregui 2009-12-15T21:07:24-06:00 http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/business-administration-excellence-award-2009/ http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/business-administration-excellence-award-2009/#When:20:43:14Z Business Administration: Full-service design/build and a 95% close rate. Residential Design & Build; Oct2009, Vol. 74 Issue 8 The article offers information about architectural firm Jauregui Architecture Interiors Construction, which has offices in Austin and Houston, Texas. It states that the firm, headed by award winning architect Luis Jauregui, provides a single-source design and construction for high-end homes. It mentions the unique design/build advantages of the company which include exceptional drawings, cost during design, and selections during design… Published Articles, Company News, Recognition 2009-10-26T20:43:14-06:00 http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/paradigms-of-contracting/ http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/paradigms-of-contracting/#When:00:41:31Z Recently I served as moderator for an open mike session that consisted of local chapter AIA members asking questions to a panel of three residential architects and three custom homebuilders.  It was a very successful forum and generated a lot of interest and good will among the two groups.  I was especially interested in one of the questions from the audience pertaining to Stipulated Sum (Fixed Cost) vs Cost Plus methods of contracting.  Since this is an issue more associated with construction than with design, it’s not an everyday point of conversation among architects and it was interesting to hear the panelists varying opinions.  The audience followed up with questions that drew out more of the respondent’s actual experiences relating to contracts and clients… Published Articles, Luis Jauregui 2009-10-06T00:41:31-06:00 http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/accountability-liability/ http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/accountability-liability/#When:00:31:08Z I recently picked up a course manual from a Design/Build seminar that is sponsored by NAHB.  One of our staff attended and found it interesting and particularly well suited for young professionals still early in their careers.  The manual outlined the advantages and disadvantages of Design/Build versus design-bid-build delivery systems.  Overall, the assessment of pros and cons was reasonable and for the most part, aligned with our experience and the manner in which we describe and market our services… Published Articles, Luis Jauregui 2009-08-04T00:31:08-06:00 http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/what-your-client-really-wants/ http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/what-your-client-really-wants/#When:00:35:17Z One of the biggest fallacies for a lot of architects and designers is expecting the client to provide the extensive detail and specificity that will translate into the new home of their dreams.  In actuality, what the client really needs and ultimately wants from the architect is guidance and leadership through the design process, which can be particularly daunting and overwhelming to the client.  Achieving a thorough understanding of the design program is imperative.  Rather than assign homework to the client via a multi-page questionnaire, allocate an hour or two to thoroughly discuss the client’s lifestyle, their likes and dislikes, and how they live in their home.  Take them out for drinks or dinner to put them at ease and delve further into the project.  As the expert, you know what you need to know in order to profile your client properly… Published Articles, Luis Jauregui 2009-07-07T00:35:17-06:00 http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/contracting-smarter/ http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/contracting-smarter/#When:00:36:24Z A successful outcome to a design/build project is as much about contracting smartly as it is about providing professional services.  It’s important to understand what your firm’s focus is and then formulate contracts with terms that reflect the services and product that you choose to provide.  Consumer friendly paperwork will set expectations that this will be a positive experience.  As a business approach, determine a design niche and be true to your aesthetic ethic.  From your first conversation with a new prospect, begin to ascertain whether the project and client are a good fit for your company.  Not every job is worth your time or liability risk, although we’re all more willing to expand our range in this economic climate.  Learn to trust your sixth sense… Published Articles, Luis Jauregui 2009-06-09T00:36:24-06:00 http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/residential-architects-unite/ http://www.jaureguiarchitect.com/site/residential-architects-unite/#When:00:39:11Z Residential architects are connecting as a professional group like never before.  Thanks in large part to CRAN (Custom Residential Architects Network), residential architects are becoming more cohesive and visible as a group.  We’re finding common ground stemming from decades of growing frustration with our industry as a profession.  There is a strong sense of disenfranchisement from the A.I.A. and a pervasive lack of regard from the public for the value in our work.  It’s a bold move for the A.I.A. to even use the words “Custom Residential” on an initiative and it’s important for to us to help define its direction… Published Articles, Luis Jauregui 2009-03-03T00:39:11-06:00