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Article Abstract:

The European method of project procurement would prevent the unnecessary risks taken by architects who accept a commission without the project having received full approval. The UK system works on a commission-basis which results in architects carrying out work for projects which may not have been approved. The European system of procurement is based on a two-tier systems which involves projects being granted funding before an architect can be officially commissioned.

Laws, regulations and rules, Practice, Architects, Architectural firms, Architectural services

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Power without responsibility?

Article Abstract:

The guidelines for construction procurement to be published by the UK government in Jun 1999 are designed to boost performance, quality and value for money. The government plans to use a 'partnering' system of single-point commissioning. A 'prime contractor' will be appointed by the client, while architects act as second-tier suppliers. The architectural profession should try to avoid this trend, making it clear that quality design offers genuine value for money.

Management, Government purchasing

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Keeping the faith

Article Abstract:

The Sindone Chapel in Turin is under restoration by architect Mirella Macera. The Sindone Chapel is a scientific structure and in part it appears as an illusion as its upper tier appears to rest on nothing.

Facilities & equipment, Design and construction, Buildings and facilities, Works, Chapels, Macera, Mirella

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