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    Introduction In the process of the good spatial generation, architects are representatives of institutional knowledge and ‘the captain of the ship’. They have power and control over designing and production of space either directly by taking part in this process via their personal practices or indirectly affecting it through their professional organizations they work for. This is where the role of professional ethics in architecture comes to play and they should be limiting and leading this power

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    1. The contractor will work it out, it’s their job – Simply put builders only want to build and not work out possible design flaws. Contractors prefer when decisions have been made and documented so that they don’t have to chase your customer/client for decisions and quarries. Thus Crane Designs ensures your contractor is to given the correct information and expectations. 2. Contractors don’t want architects on the job site – All good contractors that I’ve worked with are glad

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    It’s kind of been in equal shares since he’s moved to Coruscant city. The fact that he’s an hour’s drive away from bustling New York and a mere ferry ride away from the largest, most successful starport this side of planet Earth has ever seen; it’s always balanced without fail. That being Solo’s sentiments toward his apartment complex, that is. For it either lands in a perfect equilibrium or his monumental measure of unmitigated hatred rises to subdue what little tolerance he’s ever managed to gather

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    (1) There are established definitions for all of the regulatory terms associated with this program. Prime contractors are accustomed to this requirement. (2) The extended version may allow DC Water to accept the other M/WBE certifications such as the Minority Diversity Supplier Council and Women’s Business Enterprises. (3) An M/WBE will receive credit for performing as a prime contractor with the 50 +1%, as opposed to the EPA’s regulation where this is prohibited. (4) If it passes the legal scrutiny

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    Linklaters got collateral warranties from Main contractor and subcontractor which were supported with guarantees from their respective companies, but no warranties were provided by from Southern. There was no written proper contract between How and Southern instead there was just a small paper work. McAlpine received complete indemnity for any breach of sub-contract. The restoration works were completed in 1996 and after their completion by the other contractors Linklaters moved into the building. In June

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    It is believed that due to the high level of risk undertaken by the client and intrusted in the designers that it is now a safer option to put the contractors in the driving seat rather than the architects who simply provide the design (Jamieson.C, 2010and that larger multidisciplinary practices containing architects, surveyors and contractors would be even more prevalent in fifteen years time because they are able to carry the risk on behalf of the client (Jamieson.C, 2010). So surely if architects

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    Question You are required to arrange a visit to a construction site, exhibition, event, office or other relevant location (individually or in groups) and report on your findings. Your report can include information such as the management structure, health and safety issues, technical aspects, sustainability, financial information, innovation, materials, plant etc. You should include appropriate photos, graphics and any other supporting information. You may arrange and attend visits in groups but

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    Architects in Kuching What are the Pros of Hiring an Architect in Kuching? The city of Kuching, in Malaysia is a beautiful, coastal city in the state of Sarawak. The Sarawak River runs through parts of it, and allows the Kuching architects working here to create designs with beautiful vistas. The choices you have as a client are wide as the city has a well-balanced architectural styling. This means that the local architects in Kuching city have a free range of architectural style to offer their

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    7 Tips for Choosing the Right Shingles for Your Roof Choosing the perfect shingles for your roof is an important undertaking. Since this is not something you do every year, you will need to have it done right the first time. The ideal shingles for your home depend largely on your taste, preference and budget. To help you in choosing the perfect shingles, the following tips should be helpful. 1. Choose the Type of Shingles You Want Only you can make this decision. It’s your house and only you can

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    In the final processes of the contract finalization, care must be taken as over time the market switches up and which unveils all associated risks. It is at this time where a company reaps the benefits of all the negotiating and getting their offers approved by the Contracting Officer. Mike Malone Inc. (MMI) offered fix prices to the Navy and should also look at their employee pay, materials needed and quality of work to be done. The company functions under the HUBZone and have just been awarded

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