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The Architect’s Standard of Care

SW Oregon Architect

Generally, the courts hold architects like me, who stamp and sign construction contract documents, to a higher standard of care compared to others who don’t have this responsibility. This act signifies my professional endorsement of the project’s design and my assumption of responsibility for its accuracy and adequacy.

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The Role of Architects in Construction Projects

Santa Cruz Architect

Architectural services can be obtained from unlicensed persons, but they cannot call themselves architects and generally, with the exception of single-family residences, they cannot sign construction documents. Roles of Architects in Construction. Documentation and Drawings. Cost Estimation.

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The Resilient Construction Imperative in the Face of Climate Change

Santa Cruz Architect

In the midst of these challenges, resilient construction practices emerge as a critical solution to ensure the longevity and adaptability of our built environment. This article explores the importance of resilient construction in the context of changing climate conditions, emphasizing the twin pillars of durability and adaptability.

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"We should all take the Grenfell Tower report as a mighty, much overdue wake-up call"

Deezen

To our collective shame, the Grenfell Tower fire had, for too long, been a disaster in waiting "As architect Studio E was responsible for the design of the external wall and for the choice of the materials used in its construction," it added. Don't leave your contracts to others to sort out: get on top of these matters!

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Everything Construction Contractors Need to Know About Surety Bonds

The Architecture Designs

Contractor’s Guide to Construction Bonds. As a construction contractor, you will likely encounter several different types of surety bonds. The field of construction comes with significant risks, and surety bonds function as risk-transfer mechanisms to protect project owners and the government in case a contractor defaults.

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New federal regulations impact construction firms doing business with Uncle Sam

BD+C

Federal contractors may be subject to several new rules in 2015 that impact how they are selected for contracts and how they do business with the federal government. Regulations Codes and Standards'

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Metcalf Construction wins key reversal from federal appeals court in Hawaii on military contract

BD+C

Hawaii-based Metcalf Construction Co. has won a key reversal from a federal appeals court in a case involving failures by the federal government to properly administer a contract for work that could have broad implications for government contractors. Regulations Codes and Standards'