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Which of the following is a component of the TOWS Analysis?
Which of the following is a component of the TOWS Analysis?
- Listing Opportunities and Threats separately
- Matching Strengths with Opportunities (correct)
- Identifying Strengths only
- Analyzing only the Weaknesses
Poor accessibility can be considered a strength in site analysis.
Poor accessibility can be considered a strength in site analysis.
False (B)
What is the purpose of promotional services in architecture?
What is the purpose of promotional services in architecture?
To generate financial support and acceptance from governing agencies or the public.
A _____ board is essential for initiating an architectural project.
A _____ board is essential for initiating an architectural project.
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Which of the following best describes the role of architects in promotional services?
Which of the following best describes the role of architects in promotional services?
Site Utilization and Land-Use Studies focus only on the intrinsic characteristics of the site.
Site Utilization and Land-Use Studies focus only on the intrinsic characteristics of the site.
What do concept boards enable architects to develop?
What do concept boards enable architects to develop?
What is the primary disadvantage of the Design-Bid-Build (DBB) method?
What is the primary disadvantage of the Design-Bid-Build (DBB) method?
The Architectural Contractual Framework helps in managing disputes effectively.
The Architectural Contractual Framework helps in managing disputes effectively.
What does CMAR stand for in project delivery methods?
What does CMAR stand for in project delivery methods?
The ______ method allows for simultaneous design and construction to meet project deadlines.
The ______ method allows for simultaneous design and construction to meet project deadlines.
Match the following delivery methods with their characteristics:
Match the following delivery methods with their characteristics:
Which project delivery method allows the owner to set a maximum price early on?
Which project delivery method allows the owner to set a maximum price early on?
Design revisions are encouraged once construction begins to adapt to changes.
Design revisions are encouraged once construction begins to adapt to changes.
What is one advantage of the Design-Build approach?
What is one advantage of the Design-Build approach?
What is the first phase of the regular design services in architecture?
What is the first phase of the regular design services in architecture?
Analysis boards include only architectural evaluations.
Analysis boards include only architectural evaluations.
What are the four principal members in design and building construction?
What are the four principal members in design and building construction?
During the ______, architects consider economic feasibility, space management, and site selection.
During the ______, architects consider economic feasibility, space management, and site selection.
Match the following design services with their descriptions:
Match the following design services with their descriptions:
What is the primary purpose of an architectural design document?
What is the primary purpose of an architectural design document?
Which of the following is NOT included in specialized allied services?
Which of the following is NOT included in specialized allied services?
The design process in architecture consists of seven organized phases.
The design process in architecture consists of seven organized phases.
Private corporations are known for prioritizing long-term operational stability over profit-driven efficiency.
Private corporations are known for prioritizing long-term operational stability over profit-driven efficiency.
What role does a construction manager play during the construction phase?
What role does a construction manager play during the construction phase?
Name one aspect that design documentation should cover.
Name one aspect that design documentation should cover.
The architect's design document includes the conceptual, logical, and __________ designs.
The architect's design document includes the conceptual, logical, and __________ designs.
After a project is completed, architects may provide ______ services to evaluate building performance.
After a project is completed, architects may provide ______ services to evaluate building performance.
Match the following types of design documentation with their descriptions:
Match the following types of design documentation with their descriptions:
Which service involves both design and construction under one contract?
Which service involves both design and construction under one contract?
What is the primary benefit of Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)?
What is the primary benefit of Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)?
In Public-Private Partnerships (3P), the private entity is responsible for all project risks without any involvement from public entities.
In Public-Private Partnerships (3P), the private entity is responsible for all project risks without any involvement from public entities.
What role does the owner play in Integrated Project Delivery?
What role does the owner play in Integrated Project Delivery?
The __________ model involves a contract between a government entity and a private corporation to construct public infrastructure.
The __________ model involves a contract between a government entity and a private corporation to construct public infrastructure.
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of Public-Private Partnerships?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of Public-Private Partnerships?
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
What could discourage some owners from participating in Integrated Project Delivery?
What could discourage some owners from participating in Integrated Project Delivery?
What is one advantage of involving private entities in public infrastructure projects?
What is one advantage of involving private entities in public infrastructure projects?
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Study Notes
SWOT and TOWS Analysis
- Strengths: Advantages like location, good topography, available infrastructure.
- Weaknesses: Issues such as environmental constraints, poor accessibility, or zoning limits.
- Opportunities: Future development potential, sustainability options, or government incentives.
- Threats: Risks from environmental factors, regulatory changes, or competition.
- TOWS Analysis: TOWS Analysis is an extension of the SWOT Analysis framework that identifies your Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats, but then goes further in looking to match up the Strengths with Opportunities and the Threats with Weaknesses.
Site Utilization and Land-Use Studies
- This analysis involves the identification of a site's development potentials through the proper utilization of land.
- Analysis covers the context of the site, surrounding environment and development controls that apply to the site and its environs.
Promotional Services
- Projects may require promotional activities to develop and generate financial support and acceptance.
- The Architect acts as the agent of the Owner by producing and coordinating activities necessary to complete the services.
Presentation Boards
- Presentation Boards are an essential representation for projects and works in architecture.
- Architects present projects of different scales as architectural presentation boards.
Types of Architectural Presentation Boards
- Conceptual Board: Concept boards are essential for initiating an architectural project. They focus on key elements such as analysis, theoretical concepts, problem analysis, and proposed solutions.
- Technical Drawing Board: Architectural technical drawings are crucial for representing the comprehensive details of a project.
- Analysis Board: Analysis boards are critical tools for architects, showcasing thorough and detailed evaluations before a project begins.
The Design Service
- An architect is a highly trained, licensed professional who provides professional services that benefit clients & the general public at large.
Design Services
- Pre-Design Services: Can be rendered by the Architect's own staff, by association or consultation.
- Pre-Design Services: Include an Economic Feasibility Study, Project Financing, Architectural Programming, Space Management/Planning, Site Selection and Analysis, Site Utilization and Land-Use Studies, and Promotional Services.
- Design Services: Regular services consist of 4 phases: Schematic Design Phase, Design Development Phase, Contract Document Phase, and Construction Phase.
- Specialized Allied Services: Include Interior Design Services, Acoustic, Communication and Electronic Engineering Services, Landscape Design Services, Physical Planning Services, and Comprehensive Planning Services.
- Construction Services: Four principal members involved in Design and Building Construction: Owner, Architect and Engineers, Contractor, and individuals who assist in the supervision and delivery of work.
- Post-Construction Services: Include Building and Equipment and Maintenance, Building and Grounds Administration, and Post-Construction Evaluation.
- Comprehensive Architectural Services: Scope of Comprehensive Architectural Services includes Pre-Design Services, Design Services, Specialized Allied Services, Construction Services, and Post-Construction Services
- Design-Build Services: Can be offered through Administration or a Guaranteed Maximum Cost.
Design Process
- The Architectural Design Process involves developing and analyzing a construction project in 6 organized phases.
Contractual Framework
- An Architectural Contractual Framework refers to the structure and arrangement of legal agreements between all parties involved in an architectural project.
The Architect's Delivery Approaches
- Design-Bid-Build (DBB): Design and construction are separated, with the contractor selected based on the lowest bid.
- Design-Build (DB): Design and construction are combined, with the contractor responsible for both.
- Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR): Owner selects a CM based on criteria beyond cost, with design and construction separate.
- Integrated Project Delivery (IPD): Owner, architect/engineer (A/E), and construction manager (CM) are all involved from the beginning.
- Public-Private Partnership (3P): Government entity and private corporation partner to fund, construct, renovate, maintain public infrastructure.
Design Documentation
- The architect creates the Architectural Design Document to document design factors and the specific choices made to satisfy those factors.
- This document serves as a way for the architect to show his work when making design decisions.
- Includes conceptual, logical, and physical designs.
Examples of Design Documentation
- Printed Complete set of plan or PDF copy.
- Minutes of every meeting.
- Site Pictures.
- Construction Logbook.
- Compilation of Schematic Designs.
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