Naming Your Architecture Firm

In this episode, we delve into the art and strategy of naming your architecture firm with branding expert Emily Hall, President of CVG. With over 20 years of experience in architectural marketing and business development, Emily shares her insights into the thoughtful process behind crafting a name that reflects a firm’s values and drives long-term success.

The conversation explores the many facets of naming and rebranding, from understanding the significance of brand equity to navigating the challenges of using founder names. Emily discusses the importance of aligning a firm’s name with its overall brand identity and highlights common pitfalls to avoid in the naming process. She also offers practical advice on brainstorming techniques, the growing role of AI in creativity, and securing the right domain name to ensure a strong digital presence.

Drawing on her extensive experience working with architecture firms, Emily shares real-world examples of successful rebranding efforts and emphasizes how a well-chosen name can set the tone for a firm’s growth and evolution. Whether you’re launching a new firm, considering a rebrand, or simply curious about the branding process, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration for architects looking to make their mark in a competitive industry.

This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Naming Your Architecture Firm with Emily Hall.

Learn more about Emily online at CVG, read about some of CVG's rebrands, check out her blog on naming, and find her on LinkedIn.

Referenced in this Episode

EA065: How to Successfully Rebrand an Architecture Studio with Emily Hall [Podcast]

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Hello My Name is Awesome: How to Create Brand Names That Stick by Alexandra Watkins (book)

The Naming Book: 5 Steps to Creating Brand and Product Names that Sell by Brad Flowers (book)

Brand New Name: A Proven, Step-by-Step Process to Create an Unforgettable Brand Name by Jeremy Miller (book)

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