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What types of reports does the AIA Trust provide to its members?

Reports on construction techniques and material sourcing
Reports on liability issues, including standard of care and sustainability (correct)
Reports on financial management and marketing strategies
Reports on global architectural trends and cultural influences

What kinds of risk management products does the AIA Trust offer?

Professional liability and business owners protection insurance (correct)
Property insurance and travel insurance
Health insurance and life insurance
Automobile insurance and pet insurance

Which emerging practices have the potential to alter liability for architects according to the text?

Sustainable design, building information modeling, and integrated project delivery (correct)
Interior design, landscape architecture, and urban planning
Historic preservation, adaptive reuse, and urban revitalization
Traditional design, construction management, and cost estimation

Where can AIA members find more information about The AIA Trust?

<a href="http://www.TheAIATrust.com">www.TheAIATrust.com</a> (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the credits offered by sustainable design rating systems like LEED?

Low volatile organic compound (VOC) content in adhesives, sealants, paint, and flooring systems (D) Signup and view all the answers

What risk does the architect face when specifying new products and systems that respond to current demand?

New product failure due to unforeseen exposure conditions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What dictates the architect's duty to the owner regarding the specification of materials and systems?

Standard of care (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a factor contributing to undue pressure to rush sustainable products out prematurely?

Green fervor sweeping the market and the government (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the three emerging practices in architecture since the turn of the twenty-first century?

Sustainable Design, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) (D) Signup and view all the answers

What drove the countercultural movement that led to the emergence of Sustainable Design in the 1970s?

Environmental movement and rising energy costs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is identified as a crucial aspect of good design that mainstream architects are now embracing?

Sustainable design (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is mentioned as a challenge for architects in sustainable design projects?

Changing owner expectations (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is crucial to minimize risks in sustainable design projects according to the text?

Proper management of owner expectations (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential risk for architects in LEED projects?

Failure to achieve the desired level of certification (B) Signup and view all the answers

What has AIA developed for sustainable projects to help manage expectations across the entire project team?

"A series of agreements" (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant challenge posed by new energy and sustainability codes?

Enforceability as mandatory building codes (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for architects to stay updated with newly adopted versions and add-ons of state and local requirements?

To meet the evolving regulatory standards (A) Signup and view all the answers

What must architects stay updated on regarding sustainable design projects?

Codes and standards, and services provided by other design professionals. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What may contracts demand for team members working on sustainable projects?

LEED accreditation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What can put a firm out of business during contract negotiations?

Mutual waiver of consequential damages being struck (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role does the International Green Construction Code (IgCC) play in building regulations?

It introduces enforceable energy and sustainability codes (B) Signup and view all the answers

In addition to the design phase, what is mentioned as another role of architects in sustainable projects?

Educating the owner on their role in maintaining the project's sustainability throughout its life. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key concern related to sustainable design regulations?

Restriction on energy use and mechanical systems' function (A) Signup and view all the answers

How can Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) impact architect's risks and liability in projects?

They can impact architect's risks and liability. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the expectation for architects and engineers regarding sustainable design requirements?

They are expected to meet the owner's requirements for sustainable design, even if not explicitly stated in the contract (A) Signup and view all the answers

When can the use of sustainable design consultants be necessary?

If the expertise is not present in the team (D) Signup and view all the answers

What can lead to litigation in sustainable projects if not met?

Performance goals (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is key to preventing claims in sustainable design projects?

Discussing specified systems, proper maintenance, and understanding assumptions about energy consumption (A) Signup and view all the answers

When should architects approach certifications related to energy usage?

Only if required, and with caution (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the standard of care for architects include?

Rendering services with the ordinary degree of skill and care, considering contemporary state of art and industry-specific conditions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should architects learn from previous mistakes?

Ensure they use appropriate design methods, taking into account any emerging issues or risks (C) Signup and view all the answers

What issue arose from the common use of lightweight structural concrete (LWSC) in sustainable design?

Moisture and delamination problems (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) address LWSC issues?

By recommending the installation of a vapor barrier (C) Signup and view all the answers

What can result from negligent performance or contract breaches in sustainable design projects?

Consequential damages (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Architects and engineers are expected to meet the owner's requirements for sustainable design, even if not explicitly stated in the contract.
The use of sustainable design consultants may be necessary if the expertise is not present in the team.
Performance goals for sustainable projects can lead to litigation if not met, often due to the owner's operation of the building, rather than design flaws.
Discussing specified systems, proper maintenance, and understanding assumptions about energy consumption is key to preventing claims.
Avoid certifications related to energy usage, unless required, and only approach with caution.
The standard of care for architects includes rendering services with the ordinary degree of skill and care, taking into consideration the contemporary state of the art and industry-specific conditions.
Architects must learn from previous mistakes and ensure they use appropriate design methods, taking into account any emerging issues or risks.
In the early 2000s, the use of lightweight structural concrete (LWSC) for floors and roofs became common in sustainable design but led to unanticipated problems related to moisture and delamination.
The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) identified a solution to LWSC issues by recommending the installation of a vapor barrier.
Consequential damages, which can result from negligent performance or contract breaches, can be significant in sustainable design projects, and both parties may waive the right to recover consequential damages in standard AIA agreement forms.

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