Architecture Marketing

Elevated marketing for forward-thinking architecture firms.

Explore Challenges

Challenges Many Architecture Firms Face

Missing out on project opportunities you’re a good fit for

Navigating a leadership transition

Expanding into new practice verticals or markets

Struggling to recruit talent

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Understanding Architecture Firm Marketing

Understanding architecture firm marketing is crucial for the success of any architectural business. It involves creating a well-thought-out marketing strategy that attracts new clients, establishes a strong reputation within the industry, and differentiates the firm from competitors. Effective marketing for architects requires a combination of strategies, including social media marketing, content marketing, email marketing, and search engine optimization (SEO). By understanding the needs and pain points of potential clients, architecture firms can create targeted marketing efforts that resonate with their audience and drive business growth.

How We Work With Firms

How We Work with Architecture Firms

The way we work with our clients is similar to how you work with your architecture clients.

We learn about your firm. What do you want to achieve? What are the challenges you’re currently facing? How do you prefer to communicate?

We develop a customized plan to achieve your goals within your timeline.

We review the plan together.

We implement the approved plan.

We also focus on identifying your ideal clients to tailor our strategies effectively and ensure that your marketing efforts resonate with the right audience.

Does This Apply to My Firm?

You may be asking yourself…

How do I know what you’re doing is working?

At the beginning of our work with you, we establish how we’re going to measure the results. We provide you with access to the dashboards that we use to measure our efforts, and we communicate what we’re doing to improve if something isn’t working the way it needs to.

We also track how well our strategies generate leads, ensuring that your firm is consistently attracting potential clients.

My firm is well-known. Why do we need architecture firm marketing?

Because things change all the time: digital tools, human behavior, business models at competing firms. When an architecture firm doesn’t have an effective marketing strategy, it cedes its ground to another firm, person, or technology. Over time, this makes it harder to attract new work and new talent, underscoring the need for a robust digital marketing strategy to maintain visibility and competitiveness.

We already have a website for our architecture firm. Why do we need anything else?

Your website is the foundation for all of your marketing and publicity efforts. If you already have a website that performs well and supports other marketing efforts, we can build on that with a combination of services including SEO, social media, and AIO to improve your firm’s discoverability.

Sometimes, an architecture firm’s website doesn’t function the way that it needs to—or there is something about it that is actively harming your marketing. We review this with you so you understand the ground conditions and can make informed decisions.

How often do you meet with clients?

That depends on the client and the project. We tailor meetings and communications frequencies based on what the project needs and the client prefers.

We have an in-house marketing department but we’re not seeing results. What can you do to generate leads?

We often work with firms that have in-house marketing staff or even an entire department. We provide strategy, guidance on one-off items, execution of items that are outside the skills or time your staff has, and training where it is helpful. We also help you move beyond traditional architecture firm marketing approaches, which often miss opportunities to engage a broader audience.

Things you’ll never hear from us

“It’s just architecture – what’s the big deal?”  
“If you could just smile more.”  
“Mies who?”  
“The pillows are what really make the space.”  
“Here, dance with this umbrella for a social media video.”  

What do we know about architecture?
A lot.

Brian Jones, Principal Graphicmachine

Brian Jones / Principal / Founder

Graphicmachine is a boutique agency that specializes in effective digital marketing strategies to help architecture firms grow and remain financially stable in turbulent times.

Our expertise extends to providing comprehensive marketing strategies tailored specifically for architectural services, ensuring your firm stands out in a competitive market.

Our firm was founded in 1999 by Brian Jones, a former architect, to give architecture firms more and better project opportunities.

Our weekly podcast “As Built” explores how architecture firms are built and includes interviews with leading architects. We are a proud member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).

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Building Your Online Presence

Building a strong online presence is essential for architecture firms to attract potential clients and establish credibility in the industry. This includes creating a professional website, engaging on social media platforms, and optimizing the website for search engines.

Brand Awareness and Differentiation

Brand awareness and differentiation are critical components of a successful architecture firm marketing strategy. By establishing a unique brand identity, architecture firms can differentiate themselves from competitors and attract potential clients who value their specific expertise and design aesthetic. This includes developing a strong visual brand, creating a consistent tone and voice, and showcasing the firm’s values and mission. By highlighting their unique strengths and expertise, architecture firms can establish themselves as industry leaders and attract high-quality clients.

Social Media Marketing for Architects

Social media marketing is a powerful tool for architects to connect with potential clients, showcase their work, and establish their personal brand. By leveraging platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook, architects can share their designs, engage with their audience, and build their professional network. Social media marketing strategies, such as creating engaging content, using hashtags, and running targeted ads, can help architects increase their online visibility and attract new clients. By incorporating social media into their overall marketing strategy, architecture firms can drive business growth and establish themselves as industry leaders.

Architecture Resources

How Do Instagram’s Changes to Hashtags Affect Your Account?

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When Social Media Is a Search Engine: How Social Media and SEO Impact Your Discoverability

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What Discoverability Is, and Why It Matters for Your Firm

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How a mid-sized architecture firm used digital marketing to break the boom and bust cycle

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Interview with WHY Architecture

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Interview with Weiss / Manfredi Architecture / Landscape / Urbanism

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Interview with Studio Gang

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