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Why architects need to think like developers, with JZA Architecture's Jeff Zbikowski

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Why architects need to think like developers, with JZA Architecture's Jeff Zbikowski

Jeff Zbikowski, Founder and Principal of Los Angeles-based JZA Architecture, discusses the competitive advantage of staying on top of regulations and codes.

June 27, 2023

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Jeff Zbikowski, Principal and Founder of Los Angeles-based JZA Architecture, discusses the benefits of having a developer’s mindset when working with clients, and why architecture firms lose out when they don’t have a thorough understanding of real estate regulations and challenges. Topics include:

Keeping up with regulations and legislation is a lot of work. How would you suggest that architecture firms stay abreast of changing laws and codes without sacrificing their design work?
How did JZA Architecture cultivate a developer mindset?
You contend that thinking like a developer can give architects a competitive advantage. How so?
What kinds of opportunities get uncovered when an architect can speak to a developer-client on the latter’s own terms and concerns? Can you cite any examples where a developer has changed his or her plans as a result of these conversations?
What are some new or impending regs or laws that your firm is keeping an eye on?

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