Alongside the 2019 Client Architect Agreement (CAA2019) the Institute also publishes the 2019 Client Architect Agreement for Limited Services ( ...

Read time: 17 minutes The specification is a written description of the required quality of the built product and its component elements. It is an ...

Read time: 8 minutes Many of the Deemed-to-Satisfy (DtS) Provisions in the National Construction Code (NCC) are driven by the fire safety objectives ...

Read time: 7 minutes Fast-tracking (or phased construction/ early contractor involvement) is a generic term used to describe a number of ...

Read time: 4 minutes Partial services engagement may occur in a number of circumstances including: when an architect is appointed to complete ...

Read time: 13 minutes There are a number of contracts available for use in commercial construction which are published by Standards Australia for ...

Read time: 8 minutes On occasion, architects will become involved in projects that will be delivered by non-traditional methods of procurement each ...

The tender process should be undertaken in accordance with the Australian Standard AS4120 Code of Tendering. Adhering to the guidelines within this ...

Read time: 3 minutes The project budget estimate will be influenced by a wide range of factors, some of which are within the architect's control, and ...

(This note updates the previously issued 'New Homes (HIA) Special Conditions' for Victoria.) These Special Conditions have been prepared for use by ...