INTD 3502 Week 2 Completing Construction Documents PDF

INTD 3502 Site Studies Class / Week 2 Claudina Sula Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design INTD 3502 – Site Studies Topics...

INTD 3502 Site Studies Class / Week 2 Claudina Sula Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design INTD 3502 – Site Studies Topics for Today Completing Construction Documents Specifications Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design INTD 3502 – Site Studies Site Studies Overview – Site Related Activities Fulsome perspective on design responsibilities during construction Bring design documents to reality!! Adding the contractor to the client-designer relationship Construction / contract administration obligations Focus on design documentation and construction implementation Understanding contractual relationships Ability to respond to site conditions Client expectations turned to reality! Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design INTD 3502 – Site Studies Design / Construction Industry – who are the relevant parties We are here to bring Client expectations into reality! How do we do that as an industry? Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design INTD 3502 – Site Studies Design / Construction Industry – who are the relevant parties Client / Consultant / Owner Lead Designer Contractor Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design INTD 3502 – Site Studies Design / Construction Industry – relationships. Client: $$ Designer: design docs Project Vision Project Client / Contract Consultant Consultant/ / Designs Project Meets Client needs Requirements Owner Lead LeadDesigner Designer Prepare documents Site Funding req’d to construct No Contract Contract Project Obligations Client: $$ Contractor: Contractor construction Contractor Constructs the Project Based on Design Documents Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design INTD 3502 – Site Studies Design / Construction Industry – relevant parties and others… Consultant Team Owner’s Team - Architect/ Int - advisors Client / Consultant / Design - legal Owner Lead Designer - Structural - commissioning - Mechanical - Electrical - Specialist Contractor Team - Site Team Contractor - Administration - Sub-Trades - Suppliers Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design INTD 3502 – Site Studies Completing Design/Construction Documents Traditional Project Phases Schematic Design (15 %) Design Development (15 %) Construction Documents (45 %) Bidding / Tenders ( 5%) Construction Administration (20 %) ( These are approximate - % changes for various projects and clients) http://www.wagstaffrogersarch.com/blog/phases-architectural-design Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design INTD 3502 – Site Studies Traditional Project Phases https://emc-hou.com/design-build.html Design Team Design Drawing Phases Schematic/Concept Design Design Development Working Drawings/Construction Documents Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Completing Construction Documents Construction Documents (or Working Drawings) During the Construction Documents phase, the architect/interior designer creates the drawings and specifications which will govern the demolition or construction of a building and coordinates with the sub- consultants to produce a coherent set of documents to be issued for tender or building permit. These documents are to be consistent with the client's program requirements and budget. https://oaa.on.ca/ Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies The Construction Documents Phase is the largest of all the phases for the architect and will be about 40-45% of the designer's work and fees, of course that may vary a little from project to project. In the construction document phase the architect, interior designer and engineers will finalize all the technical drawing and engineering including detailing. Heating and air conditioning and ventilation systems, plumbing, electrical, gas, energy calculations, and all products and materials are selected and/or scheduled. The architect/interior designer produces multiple drawing sets, including a filing set for approval from the Building Department and a separate set of Construction Drawings for the General Contractor. Building or Planning Department comments will be addressed under this phase unless specified otherwise. Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Once the Construction Documents are presented to the client, ready for bidding and submittal for permit, the designer and owner will agree, in writing, to proceed to the next design phase. See sample construction documents (drawings & specs). Typical Design Phases of Work: Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  https://raic.org/ Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  https://raic.org/ Construction Documents CHOP pg 374 Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts Humber | Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology | Bachelor of Interior Design and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specifications In the design/construction industry, the term ‘’specifications’’ means: A clearly written description of the intended work of a project Specifications (specs) are precise descriptions of products, materials, standards, equipment, services, construction systems, construction methods and processes and workmanship Also establish the quality of the performance. Specs also describe physical and environmental conditions to be created and maintained in the work area, on site, in adjacent areas, or off site. Set out procedures for contract administration required to control and monitor the quality of the work https://raic.org/ Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design INTD 3502 – Site Studies Construction Documents Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specifications - General Why do we have specifications? What are they about? Who invented them? Why are they so complicated? When do we use them? How do you sort it all out? To some extent they are the written version of drawings, however provide more and specific detail Used to communicate project requirements Must be modified to suit the project Supersedes drawings (order of precedence) Can be a source of liability if not done correctly can become a legal nightmare. Check that documents are: o Not ambiguous o Well coordinated (between drawings and specifications) o Reflect design intent Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Format Specifications are usually provided in an 8.5 x 11 bound book and form the basis of part of your construction contract documents and your project manual. For smaller projects - specifications can be part of your drawings. Most firms/organizations have pre-formatted project manuals, because they design the same type of projects. Makes life that much easier and all you do is modify the sections you need. You are not an expert in spec writing, there are people out there who do this for a living and are certified spec writers. Certified by Construction Specifications Institute (CSI). They have their association like you have yours. Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design INTD 3502 – Site Studies Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) home: https://www.csiresources.org/home Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design INTD 3502 – Site Studies Importance of the Organization: https://honceoui.wistia.com/medias/7qinole0rg Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Intent Drawings and specifications should work together but the specifications overrule the drawings. Therefore, make sure that: they do not contradict each other. if they say the same thing - that they are both written the exact same way Drawings include the graphic information which includes use, size, and location. Specifications include administrative matters, products, assembly systems, scope of work and quality of work. Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Intent If you are specifying a specific type of product, your vendor/supplier may be able to provide the specification section that belongs to that product. This will eliminate potential ambiguities in your document. Their expertise in their product is much stronger than yours. Accept their help if it’s available. Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Format The MasterFormat specification system has been developed by Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) to help organize and provide professionals a method if organizing all aspects of a construction project. It is an industry accepted standard. The MasterFormat is organized in a series of numbers and titles that follows the construction process. It is master list of divisions, section numbers and titles. Like the OBC has sections, subsections, sub sub sections etc. Only use those sections that are pertinent to your project. The rest you do not use. BUT be careful eg. If you use the section on partitions, you are describing a system (studs, drywall, screws etc) the stud portion of the system is related to another division for metals. So you have to understand the components not just the finished product. Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Format Specifications are organized by divisions in the MasterFormat system: Used by all design consultants. Certain divisions will apply to consultant work. All divisions work together to describe a project. Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Format Each division of the MasterFormat system is divided into three sections: General – focuses on administrative matters, cash allowances, warrantees, shop drawings, submittals, mock ups if required, LEED credits, storage, handling of materials. Product – this specifies the material you are selecting and installation methods, tests the product must pass, fabrication, acceptable manufacturers, and storage of said product. Execution – provides the contractor the method of installation, humidity and temperature conditions (hardwood floor), cleanliness, inspections, sub trade qualifications and in some cases certifications). Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design Masterformat Divisions Specification System: ‘framework’ for divisions (not total number) Sections Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Types/Methods Specifications can be prepared using the following descriptive methods: Proprietary (describes specific products and systems by trade name) Prescriptive (describes the exact means and methods for achieving a desired result) Performance (describes the criteria of a desired result, giving the contractor freedom in choice of materials and methods) After evaluating the products and systems in the project, the designer must decide which method to use. Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Types/Methods Proprietary Method describes specific products and systems by trade name and important characteristics – often using catalogue descriptions This method restricts specs to a single trade name and results in exclusion of others There is an option to name several acceptable alternatives (other manufacturers’ products), which promotes competition. Check that all products or systems meet the similar criteria Example: Doors (type 5): Flush, Stainless Steel – LS-18 by Steelcraft, prepared for glazed opening and louvre as per Door Schedule. Note: add 3-4 acceptable alternate products which meet the same minimum criteria. Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Types/Methods Proprietary Method Example: Ceramic Wall Tile (type 6) as scheduled: 308mm x 308mm beige-brown speckled ‘Exemplary Harmony’ by Steenbok Capricorn. No substitutes considered. This example demonstrates that the designer has decided that only one product is appropriate for the project and therefore only that product is specified. Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Types/Methods Prescriptive Method A prescriptive specification is a detailed statement of products, materials or systems and their installation requirements. Includes a generic description of what is required, using no product, trade or manufacturers’ names Products and materials are defined, with a step by step list of operations to perform the desired result Note that extensive knowledge and experience may not guarantee that the results will be achieved. Requires a lot of information and practical experience to implement Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Types/Methods Prescriptive Method This method may involve additional professional liability because the designer is taking on significant responsibility for performance. Usually only one intended result is assumed Example: a 26-gauge, pre-finished sheet metal flashing. Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Types/Methods Performance Method A performance specification described the desired end result of how materials and systems will perform in the completed building. Includes extensive reference to material standards and establishes the project’s performance criteria (such as the appearance, strength, durability) When a detailed description of the product is included with a performance statement – then the responsibility clearly shifts to the contractor The designer should remember that for the best results – always consider the performance of the product or system Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Types/Methods Performance Method Full performance spec require a lot of research by the designer Example:.1 Windows to CAN/CS – A440 (M90).1 Type: Projected: top projected with triple glazing.2 Classification Rating.1 Air Tightness: A3.2 Water Tightness: B5.3 Wind load resistance: C2.4 condensation Resistance: Temp index ( x ) Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Types/Methods Performance Method In this example, the specifier describes what is needed to meet the project requirements, does not describe how to build it, and does not name a product This method is often used to describe systems such as elevators, and mechanical systems Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Language Believe it or not, specification writing has its own language. And here you thought your English class was picky…. Effective specification writing requires the author to: – Be clear – Be consistent – Be concise – Be accurate You can achieve all this by using proper vocabulary, correct grammar and proper sentences Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Language Use Canadian spelling for example: Caulk not calk Catalogue not catalog Data base not database Light not lite Gauge not gage Moulding not molding Abbreviations - Use cautiously - If the intent is to communicate properly, then anything that can potentially impact understanding should be avoided. Or at the very least explain in a legend. Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Language Symbols and expressions # for a number % percentage ‘ and “ for feet and inches X for by 24x24 or as a multiplier mm for millimetres Metric and imperial Clearly identify which is your primary identification use one or the other not both Numbers Used for dimensions, temperature, dollars and cents Time – use 24 hour clock Capitalization The start of any sentence is a Capital, be consistent. Make the difference between noun (perform Work in accordance to….) and verb (perform work…) Agreement | Interior Designer |Consultant Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design  INTD 3502 – Site Studies Specification Language Punctuation Can change the meaning of a sentence (asking a question or making a statement) Grammar Consider verb tenses Same as your English grammar. Sentences should have a subject and verb Consider singular or plural Avoid unnecessary words (store all millwork under the shelter should be store millwork under shelter) Use words in their proper order (cut sheathing so that end joints occur….) should be ( cut sheathing, end joints to occur at…) Use short sentences, avoid run on sentences Use simple statements Use and avoid - Before not prior to - Begin not commence - Instead not in lieu of - Use not utilize Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design Sample - toc Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design Sample - toc Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design Sample - toc Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design INTD 3502 – Site Studies Next week – Week 3: Details / questions related to specifications Tenders Site Visit Insights Humber | Faculty of Media, Creative Arts and Design | Bachelor of Interior Design