Professionals like us deliver projects through a myriad of contractual forms depending on our clients requirements. Today, let’s briefly look into the basics of the Design Build approach, examining its benefits and addressing common concerns, as well as the reasons it might be a match for your workplace project. 

𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝:

1. 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐟𝐥𝐨𝐰:Combines design and construction, enhancing coordination.
2. 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬: Streamlines processes for time and cost savings.
3. 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:  Fosters innovation and quality through team synergy.

𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬:

1. 𝐅𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲:  Despite perceptions, Design Build offers agile decision-making.
2. 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥:  Collaborative nature typically yields higher quality results.
3. 𝐁𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Early planning aids in accurate cost estimates, reducing budget overrun risks.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝?

• 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬:  Ideal for projects needing rapid completion with a leader coordinating all aspects.
• 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Allows working with one responsible entity, especially beneficial if they have a proven track record.
• 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲:: Offers a ‘not to exceed’ lump sum arrangement, providing clarity and control over budget variations.

Design Build stands out as a compelling choice for specific project needs, offering a blend of efficiency, quality, and financial predictability. In the future I’ll outline other approaches. 

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