New report explores architect, contractor relationship

{"version":"0.3.0","atoms":[],"cards":[],"markups":[["strong"],["i"],["a",["href","https:\/\/content.aia.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2022-05\/2022_Architects_Journey_to_Specification.pdf","target","_new"]]],"sections":[[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"WASHINGTON \u2013 May 19,\n2022 \u2013"],[0,[],0," A study published today by the American Institute of\nArchitects (AIA), in partnership with the Associated General Contractors of\nAmerica (AGC), sheds new light on the relationship of architects and contractors\nand the needs of both professions. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"The fifth edition of"],[0,[1],0,"\n"],[0,[2],1,"The\nArchitect\u2019s Journey to Specification"],[0,[],1," "],[0,[],0,"focuses on improving the working relationship between architects and\ncontractors and explores how the parties align, differ, and depend on each\nother.\n"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"\n\u201cThis report is a first step towards fostering greater understanding\nbetween architects and contractors,\u201d said AIA EVP\/Chief Executive Officer\nLakisha Ann Woods. \u201cUltimately, we hope it will help them to improve their\nworking relationships, achieve even greater success on their projects, and build a better world.\u201d"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"\n"],[0,[0],1,"Highlights from the report include: "]]],[3,"ul",[[[0,[],0,"\nA majority of architects and contractors want to\nwork more collaboratively for the benefit of all."]],[[0,[],0,"Successful relationships benefit from mutual\nunderstandings and alignment about client advocacy and the purpose of\nsubstitutions."]],[[0,[],0,"Transparency and communication are key to building\nmore trusted working relationships for the benefit of all parties and the built\nenvironment."]],[[0,[],0,"Earlier collaboration and more clarity around design\nintent is likely to set projects up for success for all parties."]]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"\u201cThis report will help contractors and architects build\nstronger, more successful and trusting relationships with each other,\u201d said\nStephen E. Sandherr, CEO of the AGC. \u201cEveryone wants to see successful projects\nand understanding the concerns architects and general contractors have will\nhelp members of both our associations become even better collaborators.\u201d"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"\nVisit "],[0,[2],1,"AIA\u2019s\nwebsite"],[0,[],0," to download "],[0,[1],1,"The Architect\u2019s Journey to Specification."]]]]}