Common use of Design Phase Services Clause in Contracts

Design Phase Services. § 3.2.1 The Architect shall review the program and other information furnished by the Owner, and shall review laws, codes, and regulations applicable to the Architect’s services. § 3.2.2 The Architect shall discuss with the Owner the Owner’s program, schedule, budget for the Cost of the Work, Project site, and alternative approaches to design and construction of the Project. The Architect shall reach an understanding with the Owner regarding the Project requirements. § 3.2.3 The Architect shall consider the relative value of alternative materials, building systems and equipment, together with other considerations based on program, aesthetics, and any sustainable objectives, in developing a design for the Project that is consistent with the Owner’s schedule and budget for the Cost of the Work. § 3.2.4 Based on the Project requirements, the Architect shall prepare Design Documents for the Owner’s approval consisting of drawings and other documents appropriate for the Project and the Architect shall prepare and submit to the Owner an estimate of the Cost of the Work prepared in accordance with Section 6.3. § 3.2.5 The Architect shall submit the Design Documents to the Owner, and request the Owner’s approval.