The Importance of Clear Specifications in the Design and Construction Process
The Importance of Clear Specifications in the Design and Construction Process
Design and construction require precision and clarity at every stage. In this intricate system, clear specifications are essential for making sure the built environment meets the expectations of all stakeholders. This clarity not only affects the quality of the final product but also plays a significant role in post-construction analysis, particularly in forensic architecture.

How to Avoid Common Pitfalls in Owner/Architect Contracts
How to Avoid Common Pitfalls in Owner/Architect Contracts
Forensic architecture plays a vital role in understanding and analyzing construction failures or disputes that arise during or after a project. It involves the investigation and examination of architectural and engineering designs, construction practices, materials, and the building's eventual performance.

Contractor Responsibilities.....Pre-Shovel in the Ground
Contractor Responsibilities.....Pre-Shovel in the Ground
The role of contractors in the design phase of construction projects has traditionally been seen as one that begins after the architectural and engineering plans are finalized. However, contractors hold substantial legal responsibilities even before construction commences.

Florida Apartments – Conversion to Condo Owner
Florida Apartments – Conversion to Condo Owner
Suppose you have lived for 15 years as a rental occupant in an apartment complex which was recently purchased by a Developer to convert it to future Condominium ownership. What are the responsibilities of the Developer to prepare the Apartment complex for future condominium sale?

Contemporary Architect’s Standard of Reasonable Care
Contemporary Architect’s Standard of Reasonable Care
According to Wikipedia the Great Pyramid was the tallest man-made structure in the world for about 3,800 years. Wikipedia writes that historically, Akhet Hemiunu, nephew of the Fourth Dynasty pharaoh, Khufu, is generally accepted as the architect of largest pyramid of the complex, the Great Pyramid.

Construction Project Negligent Claims: Three Guiding Principles for an Expert’s Opinion
Construction Project Negligent Claims: Three Guiding Principles for an Expert’s Opinion
According to contemporary thinking, Imhotep was the first Architect to be known by name, in recorded history. He was the designer of the monumental step-pyramid building for the Egyptian pharaoh Djoser including perhaps the first known use of stone columns to support a building structure.
