Appointing an Architect - Tip #5

Your Architect should have Case Studies... Get references and testimonials from your Architect. This will ensure that your Architect has the right experience to meet your requirements and that he can deliver your project...

Business Is Booming

If you have been reading this blog you will be aware that Block Architects, Hamilton continue to work alongside actionCOACH. Last night I was at the 'Business is Booming' Seminar at Glasgow. Approximately 300 guests turned up to the FREE event where Brad disclosed 28 Ways to Boost your business. I find the teaching of actionCOACH to be fascinating.

Some of the topics that Brad covered included The Business Chassis, Customer Retention, Buy Build Sell, Gratitude and Celebration.

I have now worked with my Coach Mr Iain McKillop for over 4 years and as much as we have progress I need once more to get my head down and get back into growing a business. The economic cycle is changing. We all enjoyed the summer months ie economic boom and most of us suffered during the autumn and winter months. Well guess what! Spring is coming and yes the economic cycle is coming full circle. It's going to be summer time again and I am getting my head down and getting on with growing my business so that I can enjoy the good times. Why will I be able to enjoy the good times? Simply because I have planned for them! Get yourself a coach.

Appointing an Architect - Tip#4

Your Architect should have Contacts... Many Architects work in isolation especially those who are one man practices. This is not necessarily a bad thing but an Architect must have contacts to resolve any upcoming matters. Make sure your Architect has several years experience within your geographical area and has established good working relationships with professionals in various disciplines who are all at the top of their game. This network is then available at your fingertips. Block Architects, Hamilton have many local contacts whom we can refer any building related questions.

Block Architects deliver new restaurant in East Kilbride

Block Architects would like to congratulate Client Mr Amiy Singh on the opening of his new Restaurant and TakeAway at Glebe Street in The Old Village at East Kilbride. We were involved in the preparation of the Planning and Building Warrant Approvals and would commend Mr Singh with his interior fit out. Its a truly pleasant environment to eat and we are sure will be a fantastic new restaurant in the Village. Here's to the success of Asha's!

Appointing an Architect - Tip #3

You need to choose the right Architect for your project...

Believe me it’s not a matter of asking your Architect for a set of simple drawings. The Construction and Delivery Process is complex and the beurocracy involved is more complex than ever. A Professional Architect can smooth the Delivery Process and bring Added Value to your project. Not only can an Architect design your project and negotiate with Local Authorities on your behalf, they can also assist you and your Contractor in the delivery of the project. An Architect will take control and assist in the organisation of your Contractor to ensure that your requirements on costs and programme dates are delivered. Full site inspection and sign off facilities are also available from your Architect but make sure that they carry an appropriate level if Professional Indemnity Insurance.

Appointing an Architect - Tip #2

Choose an Architect with a Customer Service record... Your Architect should know, understand and most importantly inform you that construction projects can be testing for everyone involved. A truly Professional Service which is tried and tested will recognise that good communications between the whole design team and the client ensures the realisation of your vision. Choose an Architect who operates on a full communication policy who will call, email or write a letter in order to keep you and the project team informed.

Kenneth's on the new Social Media Podcast

We have just uploaded the latest episode of the Social Media Podcast to iTunes and it features an interview with Kenneth Martin.
Kenneth is in good company, the podcast also features an interview with the man who masterminded the Labour Party's 1997 General Election win and worked with them through till 2007. Alastair Campbell talks about the role of social media in polotics, especially in the run up to next year's election.

You can listen to the podcast here