Design Practice Collective

July 23, 2026 | 6PM – 8PM | 30 W Figueroa St., Santa Barbara

1 LU Pending

Refreshments provided

About the Event

Join fellow architecture firm owners, principals, and practice leaders for our Q2 Design Practice Exchange hosted on the patio at Bildsten Architects. This informal open forum provides an opportunity to connect with peers, discuss the business side of architecture, and share insights on topics such as firm operations, business structures, contracts, risk management, marketing, staffing, and growth. Bring your questions, challenges, and lessons learned for an engaging conversation with industry colleagues.

Learning Objectives

1. Evaluate different business structures for architecture firms, including LLCs, S-Corporations, and C-Corporations, and understand how each impacts liability, taxation, ownership, and firm growth.
2. Identify strategies for managing professional risk, including the role of professional liability insurance, contract provisions, and business practices that reduce exposure to claims.
3. Discuss effective business development and marketing approaches for small architecture firms, including online marketing, client acquisition, and relationship-building strategies that support sustainable growth.
4. Maintain professional relationships and expand contacts as it relates to architecture, design, and construction.