The Architects Guide To Designbuild Services The American Institute Of Architects by The American Institute Of Architects, G. William Quatman Ii, Ranjit (randy) Dhar 9780471218425, 9780471472834, 0471218421, 0471472832 instant download after payment.

The definitive resource for designer-led projects The Architect's Guide to Design-Build Services offers authoritative knowledge and industry insight to architects considering entry into the burgeoning practice of design-build project delivery. Written by architects and other professionals with expertise in risk management, law, ethics, finance, and contracts, this instructive guide addresses the roles architects can assume during a design-build project, including leading the project, acting as subcontractor, and forming a joint venture with a contractor. Developed by the AIA Design-Build Professional Interest Area, this book offers the real-world expertise of thirty industry leaders from the United States, Canada, and Mexico, who share their experience and know-how on such topics as: * Starting out in design-build * Risks and rewards of design-build delivery * Succeeding in a design-build practice * Design-build education * Essential practice information * Ethics and licensing laws State laws regulating both architects and contractors are summarized to help busy firms bring design-build projects through to successful completion in a variety of jurisdictions. The Architect's Guide to Design-Build Services is the most complete, definitive resource for architects, contractors, and attorneys involved in designer-led projects.