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Good design is a critical component to the success of any project. Our experts are here to help you make the most of your design business.

You put a lot of time and effort into your designs, make sure you get compensated for it. Your designs should be a profit center for your company. Our experts also stress the importance of protecting yourself during the design process.

Be sure your design business is an integral and profitable part of your overall business.

Design Agreement A
Here is another remodeling Design Agreement. It specifies revisions, ownership, and the financial obligation in writing. . . . keep reading
Simple Design Agreement
Here is a simple Design Agreement. It lays out the process as well as stating the financial obligation in writing. . . . keep reading
Turn Your Design Efforts Into a Profit Center
5-8-08, Dan Baumann and Michael Stone
Turn Your Design Efforts Into a Profit Center Do you find yourself giving away your design services in hope to close the contract? Not anymore - join Dan Baumann and Michael Stone on the subject of design and how it can make money for your business. 1 hour, 21 minutes. . . . keep reading

Design Agreement B
Here is another remodeling Design Agreement. It specifies a clause for a different contractor to build the project. . . . keep reading
Design Lines Publication
AIBD
Design Lines Magazine is a quarterly, full color, publication that focuses on issues, education, and events as they happen in the building design industry. . . . keep reading