Project Delivery

Contract Document Resources

Contract Document Resources

A list of resources that help architects and interior designers complete their construction documents.

Types of Construction Specifications

Types of Construction Specifications

The three main types of construction specifications: Performance, Prescriptive, and Proprietary.

MasterFormat Specification Divisions (CURRENT)

MasterFormat Specification Divisions (CURRENT)

Information about the 2004 MasterFormat Specification Divisions, which is used in construction specifications.

MasterFormat 1995 Specification Divisions (OLD)

MasterFormat 1995 Specification Divisions (OLD)

Information about the old and outdated MasterFormat 1995, which is no longer supported by the Construction Specifications Institute.

UniFormat Specifications

UniFormat Specifications

UniFormat is a way of organizing construction information by major system. A list of the major elements is included.

AIA Contract Document Numbering System

AIA Contract Document Numbering System

An overview of the AIA Contract Document numbering system for quick identification.

Construction Document Sheet Numbers and Order

Construction Document Sheet Numbers and Order

Construction document sheet numbers and order based on the United States National CAD Standard.

Calculating an Architectural Fee for Services

Calculating an Architectural Fee for Services

This guide covers everything you need to calculate and architectural fee for design services.

Project Kickoff Meeting

Architecture Project Planning: Kick Off Meeting

A project kickoff meeting develops a solid plan for successfully completing an architectural project phase.

Construction Schedule Methods

Construction Schedule Methods

Construction schedule methods, including: Critical Path Method (CPM) and Resource Oriented Scheduling.

Construction Project Delivery Methods

Construction Project Delivery Methods

There are a few common construction project delivery methods. This article covers Design-Bid-Build, CM at Risk, Design Build, IPD, and others.

Free Online Building Codes

Free Online Building Codes

A list of links to free online building codes and standards used by architects, engineers, and construction professionals.

ADA Standards for Accessible Design

ADA Standards for Accessible Design

A discussion about the different codes related to the ADA Standards for Accessible Design used in the United States.