When Daniel Novak decided to go solo as an architect, he was ready to face design challenges—not paperwork. But like many freelancers, he quickly found himself spending more time managing invoices than designing. That all changed when he found InvoiceOnline. Now, Daniel runs his business with confidence, not spreadsheets.
From Dream Job to Dream Practice
Three years ago, Daniel left his position at a well-established architecture firm and launched his own studio. He wanted the freedom to choose his projects, manage his schedule, and create designs that truly reflected his vision. “I realized I didn’t want to spend my career following someone else’s vision. I wanted to build meaningful spaces—for my clients and for myself.”
Based in Chicago, Daniel started out working from a shared workspace downtown. Today, he’s designing everything from family homes to cozy coffee shops and boutique real estate projects. His clients span the U.S., and some come from as far as Canada and Mexico.
“Invoicing? I had no idea where to begin.”
Early on, Daniel ran into one of freelancing’s least talked-about hurdles: billing clients. “I was trying to put together invoices in Excel, tweaking PDF templates—none of it looked good, and all of it took way too much time,” he recalls. Then a fellow freelancer pointed him toward InvoiceOnline.com.
A Simple Solution That Works
“I figured I’d give it a try—what did I have to lose? And I was honestly impressed. Setup was super quick, the interface is clean, and I could customize invoices to match my brand.”
Since making the switch, Daniel uses InvoiceOnline for all his billing. “I can send a polished invoice in under two minutes. Clients often comment on how professional and easy to read it looks. That reflects well on me and the kind of work I do.”
More Time to Design, Less Time on Admin
With invoicing no longer a headache, Daniel can focus on what he loves—designing thoughtful, minimal spaces and working closely with clients who share his values.