Schimberg Group
Architecture & Interior Design
1421 5th Street, Unit D
Sarasota, FL 34236
Architects + Contractors = A Better Result
By Barron Schimberg, AIA
In recent years, there has been a noticeable improvement in collaboration between architects and construction firms. Relationships between the two, often adversarial, have evolved into a more positive working experience. Due to the current economy, clients naturally expect to bid projects out in order to get the best possible price.
We have found that including a contractor or builder, negotiated up front, during the design process provides a more efficient and cost effective result. By requiring the contractor to have an open book policy and bidding the trades to multiple subcontractors, it still allows for a competitive and cost-conscious project.
It has been encouraging to see that many contractors recognize the value that a collaborative architect can bring to a project. Improving relations between architects and contractors will hopefully continue into the future.
Our built environments can only benefit from architects and contractors working together to make our visions as designers reality and cost effective.
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