Design Build
There has been a return to the time-honored approach of the Master Builder, where a single source has
absolute accountability for both design and construction. Master builders accepted full responsibility
for integrating conceptual design with functional performance. To assume anything less than complete
accountability for delivering a project was unthinkable. Throughout each massive logistical undertaking,
they commanded skilled craftsmen, procured time-tested materials, and controlled every aspect of the
project. A master builder with the chief architect, engineer and builder molded into one.Today, however, there is a resurgence of the master builder's approach in the new world. Informed owners have begun asking practitioners to take more than just an artistic (and more than simply a means and methods) interest in their facilities. Steeped in the work ethic exemplified by the ancient master builders, today's design-build process offers reassurance that the design and construction industry can delivery comprehensive services. This valued assurance can only be provided by a singular source.
Design-builders want full accountability for architecture, engineering and construction. In fact, like the ancient Greek master builder, they insist on it. By knowledgeably pursuing design quality, and by effectively controlling costs and schedule, a design-builder makes certain that concept-to-completion is more than idle discourse. It is a reality carved in stone.
What makes this such a successful approach:
- Construction can begin in a much quicker time frame than before, since all parties on board are in house, changes can be made on the fly and incorporated into the schedule.
- Client knows who to contact with any concerns, regardless of nature, anything from schedule; design to cost can all be handled with a one on one point of contact.
- With design and builder all in house, this allows for greater control, and collaboration on materials, design as well as methods that might best fit any situation that may arise.
- Since there is one point of contact, responses are greatly accelerated as well as concerns addressed in a timelier manner.
- With everything being in-house, delivery time more often is shorter, and this can lead to cost reduction.
For more information on BDC custom home building or commercial construction services, please contact us at 540-537-6056. If you'd rather send us an email, you can use our online contact form to get in touch.
