Read time: 4 minutes The level of accuracy of a project budget estimate is in part a product of the method of estimating that is applied. Architects ...

Read time: 6 minutes The clerk of works is a full-time inspector of the works on behalf of the owner but exercises no executive authority and is ...

Read time: 13 minutes Professional services provided by architects to clients will normally include preparation of documents that, as contract ...

In practice, you may find that clients or contractors assume that when errors, ambiguities or omissions in the architect’s documentation result in ...

Read time: 2 minutes Water penetration into buildings continues to be a significant issue for architects and their professional indemnity insurers.

This note replaces its previous version published 7 July 2012. Read time: 9 minutes Architects should be aware of the extent of their potential ...

Read time: 6 minutes Supervision of the works performed under a construction contract is generally the responsibility of the head contractor however, ...

Read time: 3 minutes Different methods of procuring buildings can be appropriate for some projects, but some detailed aspects of a particular ...

With the development of digital technology and the availability of the internet, architects and their specialist consultants can satisfy themselves ...

Read time: 20 minutes Atenderis an offer to perform work and/or supply goods at a given price, usually made in writing. Most tenders for construction ...