Architects in Government and Corporations

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Which of the following best describes the core role of an architect in today's society?

Overseeing projects to completion within schedules and budgets

Coordinating stakeholders during the construction process

Designing buildings of all types

Providing primary professional design services (correct)

What has contributed to the evolution of the architect's role in society?

Regulated status

Training experience

Technological and sociological changes (correct)

Increasing globalization

How have architects' responsibilities changed over time?

Increased population redistribution

Growth of cities

Physically changing the built environment

Introduction of more disciplines into the design-construction-operation supply chain (correct)

Which professionals may be needed in addition to the core disciplines of structural, mechanical, and electrical in an architectural project?

Cultural experts and building historians Signup and view all the answers

What role can architects play in urban design?

Leading complex, multi-disciplinary design teams Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the challenges architects face in new forms of project delivery?

Increased risk and liability Signup and view all the answers

Which technological innovations have transformed architectural practice?

Building information management and modeling Signup and view all the answers

Which level of government do architects work at the federal level?

Federal Signup and view all the answers

What type of expertise do architects in government and institutions require?

Stakeholder management and engagement Signup and view all the answers

Where can architects pursue a career in academia?

University schools of architecture Signup and view all the answers

What sector of the economy can architects contribute to as designers, planners, and managers?

Construction and development Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following organizations is NOT mentioned as a potential employer for architects involved in non-governmental organizations (NGOs)?

American Institute of Architects (AIA) Signup and view all the answers

Architect-led design-build firms are particularly growing in which country?

United States Signup and view all the answers

Architects must ensure that their services and roles within a design-build firm comply with the regulations of which governing bodies?

Provincial or territorial associations of architects Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a reason why modeling and simulation software programs have become widespread in architectural analysis?

To create more accurate cost estimates Signup and view all the answers

What is one way in which the historical role of architects is being influenced by new format options?

Greater emphasis on communication with clients Signup and view all the answers

What is one challenge that architects face due to globalization of the profession?

Adapting to different political environments Signup and view all the answers

In what professional context do architects have reduced direct responsibility to the client?

Architects employed in a corporation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an area of specialization for architects?

Landscape design Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an architect in addressing the needs of stakeholders?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept of inclusive design?

Designing for people with different abilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of buildings on climate change?

Buildings contribute to greenhouse gas emissions Signup and view all the answers

Sustainable development is defined as:

Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason why architects should pay attention to sustainable design?

To meet the demands of clients and the general public for better building performance. Signup and view all the answers

What is a challenge of working with existing buildings?

Making function follow form and considering the impact on the building design, structure, envelope, environment, and local community. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for architects to understand the technologies and past uses of existing buildings?

To inform how the building may be renovated to achieve the best balance between performance, durability, sustainability goals, and satisfaction of local community interests. Signup and view all the answers