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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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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. Regular updates, consultations, and seeking client input are essential.

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

DesignScape Architects

From building contractors, civil engineers, and even interior designers — we’re here to help you find out exactly who works with an architect. 4 - Consultants While there are many types of consultants, the general definition of a consultant is a person who provides professional advice.

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Morphosis completes terracotta-clad Orange County Museum of Art

Deezen

General contractor: Clark Construction Group. Fire life safety engineers: Simpons Gumpertz & Heger. Cost estimator: Dharam Consulting. Geotechnical engineer: Leighton Consulting. Plaster: Infinity Drywall Contracting. Architect: Morphosis. Structural engineer: John A. Martin & Associates.

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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. The case was brought against 22 parties including Studio E, cladding manufacturer Arconic and fire consultancy Exova.

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One Za’abeel by Nikken Sekkei

aasarchitecture

THE LINK also augments structural safety through its connecting function with the two towers on either side. Lead Consultant and Leadership Nikken Sekkei undertook the role of Lead Consultant for this venture. As the Lead Consultant, Nikken Sekkei has had purview over the entire design and site supervision process.

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Behavioral Health Teaching Facility by SRG

aasarchitecture

The design will maximize access to daylight and views while assuring patient privacy, dignity, and safety. Recognizing that the new building is an expansion of the existing hospital, attention to scale, articulation, openness, and warmth will reinforce the vision for a new standard of behavioral health care. Image © SRG. Image © SRG.