Pencils Down. But Just One More Change.
Before the owner pays for more design, the team has to determine whether the project changed or the original scope missed it. “Pencils down.” No…
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SD to CD: What Owners Should Expect During Design
SD, DD and CD aren’t just design phases. Each one should move the owner closer to decisions the project can actually build. Originally published July…
Unleashing the Power of Architectural and Engineering Design Teams: How They Supercharge Your Project!
You may have wondered who are all the engineers and consultants working on a project, and why are they needed. Construction design teams are groups…
Avoid Costly Change Orders By Planning Your New Office Electrical and Data Outlets
The drawings can show every outlet and still be wrong for the way the office will actually be used. Originally published October 2011. Updated October…
What Does an Owner’s Rep Actually Do?
The architect designs. The contractor builds. The broker handles the transaction. Who is looking across the project for the owner? Originally published October 2011. Updated…
Measure Twice, Move Once: The Test Fit Missed the Third Dimension
The shelving fit on the plan. The ceiling height changed how much of it could actually be used. When performing a test fit for a…