The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) is a professional association that promotes the highest standards of excellence in residential building design. AIBD offers a variety of resources to its members, including continuing education, networking opportunities, and marketing assistance. AIBD is a valuable resource for anyone interested in a career in residential building design. If you want to improve your skills, network with other professionals, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends, AIBD is the perfect organization for you.
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Hello Reader, On Monday, Steve Mickley shared how one sentence in his agreement helped him collect an unpaid invoice in hours. If you missed it, check it out (00:01:46): That's only one example of how a well-structured contract can save time and money. Here's another, more unusual, scenario. What if your client asks you to design a whole-house remodel, expecting the new insulation, appliances, windows, and HVAC system to lower their electric bill, but the opposite happens? How is that possible? Improper installation or poor-quality materials? Did they have an HVAC system to begin with? What if the appliances they chose aren't high-efficiency? Is it possible that, with their beautiful, new, comfortable home, they stay home and cook more? Did they have a washer and dryer before? Maybe they no longer visit the laundry mat or are doing laundry more often (because of the AC or more convenient workspace). Who knows, but it's not your fault. Do you include green building clauses to protect yourself? Example:
DESIGNER will exercise reasonable efforts to design and specify products and/or systems that achieve energy performance expectations and/or "Green" certification expectations that are expressly called for in this Contract, if any. DESIGNER does not, however, provide assurances that those performance or certification expectations will be met - this is the responsibility of the product manufacturer and installer. (see other potential clauses).
Bring your war stories, advice, and notebooks to this roundtable discussion about clear, well-documented agreements and the use of standard versus customized contracts in residential design. Friday, November 8, 2024, at 10:00 AM ET. (add to your calendar) The cost is FREE, but space is limited. Register at AIBD.clickmeeting.com/Coffee-With-Bernie Hosted by Bernie Kern, FAIBD, a former President and Fellow of AIBD, this event taps into the extensive knowledge and experience gained from engaging with the residential design community. Key Discussion Points Clear, Well-Documented Agreements
Standard vs. Customized Contracts
One more thing: Coffee With Bernie is open to the entire industry, and no membership is required. So, mark your calendar and plan to hang out with other like-minded residential design professionals. Friday, November 8, 2024, at 10:00 AM ET. (add to your calendar) Register at AIBD.clickmeeting.com/Coffee-With-Bernie See you then, The A-Team P.S. - This discussion’s content may align with the P2.C.1 (Business Practices/Contracts/Clients) knowledge statements for those preparing to take the CPBD exam. Learn more about the Knowledge Domain Breakdown and the Examination Content Weights at AIBD.org/chb (page 39). CPBDs will earn 1.0 P2-CE by attending the live presentation. |
American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)
The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) is a professional association that promotes the highest standards of excellence in residential building design. AIBD offers a variety of resources to its members, including continuing education, networking opportunities, and marketing assistance. AIBD is a valuable resource for anyone interested in a career in residential building design. If you want to improve your skills, network with other professionals, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends, AIBD is the perfect organization for you.
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