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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 includes having a solid understanding of architectural design principles, building codes, regulations, construction techniques, and industry standards.

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"Putting architects in control will not solve the building safety crisis"

Deezen

Following the Grenfell Tower inquiry, architects must face up to their responsibility for Britain's building safety crisis instead of blaming contracts that lessen their influence, writes Peter Apps. It may not make national headlines anymore, but Britain is experiencing an ongoing building safety crisis. Take Grenfell Tower.

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Texas Guts Local Laws Protecting Construction Workers

Dwell

The bill, which is still scheduled to go into effect Friday, prevents local governments from passing laws stricter than state labor laws, among other things. The Guardian reports that in 2021, the Biden administration ordered OSHA to produce heat safety standards, but they have yet to be issued.

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Over 900 Grenfell fire victims reach civil settlement

Deezen

Among the organisations involved in the case is Studio E Architects, the architecture firm appointed to the refurbishment contract, which went into liquidation in 2020. "Fight for justice continues" One defendant also told Dezeen that it has "agreed to contribute to a restorative justice project to benefit the community affected by the fire".

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The Role of Architects in Construction Projects

Santa Cruz Architect

The term “architect” refers only to individuals who are registered with a local governing body. Some topics that must be discussed during those meetings are client requirements, expected budget, site characteristics, safety and local planning regulations. Documentation and Drawings. Cost Estimation. Construction Stage.

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Silence of World Cup stadium architects "assists" Qatar's sportswashing attempts

Deezen

According to football's governing body FIFA there have been 37 deaths connected to the construction of the World Cup stadiums. Silence does assist governments in their sportwashing attempts". And it could be said that they have very little leverage over the Qatari government.".

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Meet the Team: Who Works with an Architect on a Design Project?

DesignScape Architects

This can include: Material Labour Equipment Safety measures 8 - Interior Designers It’s also common for an architect to collaborate with interior designers to ensure your design is elevated even further than what architectural plans allow. Their responsibilities include: Helping to estimate construction costs (e.g.

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