ABSTRACT

Provides a framework for understanding of the legal, contractual and procedural implication of architectural practice. The book acts as a useful aide-memoire for students and practitioners based on the premise that smooth legal administration will provide the conditions under which client relations can be constructive and good design can be achieved.

Preface
The Architect and the Law
The Building Industry
The Architect in Practice
The Design Phase
Contract Formation
The Construction Phase
Completion
Arbitration
The Award
Bibliography
List of Forms
Glossary
List of Diagrams
Index