Special report - design and build
Language: English Series: Architects` Journal ; 199(10) 9 March 1994, 35-43(9)Publication details: 1994Subject(s): Summary: Considers whether design and build as a form of procurement is efficient; how architects can control the quality of the product, particularly when acting as the employer`s agent and assesses implications for architects who switch from acting for the employer to the contractor. Argues that it is essential to adopt an approach which achieves a balance between efficiency and control over quality, emphasising the need for architects acting for the employer, to agree a level of quality with the client at the outset. Highlights the legal position, standards at risk and evident advantages.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS50244 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 74809-1001 |
Considers whether design and build as a form of procurement is efficient; how architects can control the quality of the product, particularly when acting as the employer`s agent and assesses implications for architects who switch from acting for the employer to the contractor. Argues that it is essential to adopt an approach which achieves a balance between efficiency and control over quality, emphasising the need for architects acting for the employer, to agree a level of quality with the client at the outset. Highlights the legal position, standards at risk and evident advantages.