Pre-order (published May 2026)

ISBN: 978-1-7641424-7-2

Written by Mark Jones – a respected practitioner-academic architect – Success in Architectural Practice sets out the simple, yet profound proposition that genuine success as an architect is founded on three mutually reinforcing pillars: Excellence, Happiness and Profit. This notion is presented as a practical, evidence-based framework drawn from the author's own practice experience, management theory, and the lived experience of over forty highly respected architects from across Australia and New Zealand.

The premise of Success in Architectural Practice is that the architect delivers enormous value to the client and to wider society, which warrants commensurate financial reward. The book provides practical guidance and a motivating narrative about how architects can achieve solid financial returns, founded in doing their best possible work, maintaining professional standards, and sustaining a productive and congenial team.   

There is much learning in this book for all in the architectural profession, from young graduates to experienced practice Directors.

‘A much-needed primer for professional life, full of good advice and shared experience’.

Patrick Clifford, NZIA Gold Medallist 2014; Founding Director, Architectus (Auckland, NZ)

‘I wish I’d had this book at the beginning of my career. Thorough, yet wonderfully readable’.

Lisa Papesch, Founding Director, Papesch Architecture (Kiama/Sydney, Aus)

‘Provides a road map for every architect in the complex business of architectural practice’.

Anne Salmond, Founding Director, Salmond Architecture (Wanaka, NZ)