An architect is involved in these key types of projects:
Greenfields Developments.
Brownfields Remodellings or Redevelopments.
Brownfields Refurbishments.
Competitions.
Proposals.
Greenfields Developments
In a Greenfields Development, new structures are developed on vacant land. The land was either never built on, or structures built previously have been eroded or demolished.
Brownfields Remodellings or Redevelopments
In a Brownfields Remodelling or Redevelopment, there is a change to the structure of the building. Typically, internal space is substantially redesigned and redeveloped, external facades may be renewed, demolitions may be executed, and noteworthy additions may be built. There is significant overhauling of first-fix items (such as wall finishes, flooring, ceilings, staircases, electrical works, plumbing works, ventilation, etc) and second-fix items (such as light fittings, architraves, skirtings, doors, architectural hardware, bathroom fittings, fitted appliances, fitted furniture, etc). A Brownfields Remodelling or Redevelopment may or may not be associated with a change in land use.
Brownfields Refurbishments or Restorations
In a Brownfields Refurbishment or Restoration, the structures are returned to their original condition. Refurbishment could relate to first-fix items (such as wall finishes, flooring, ceilings, staircases, electrical works, plumbing works, ventilation, etc) and/or second-fix items (such as light fittings, architraves, skirtings, doors, architectural hardware, bathroom fittings, fitted appliances, fitted furniture, etc). Restoration is particularly applicable in the instance of historic buildings.
Architectural Competitions
An architectural Competition is usually a design competition amongst a number of architectural firms. A panel constituted of professionals and stakeholders choose the design. The commissioning of the structure(s) is sometimes though not always awarded as the prize.
Architectural Proposals
An Architectural Proposal is offered by an architect to the client. It elaborates on proposed architectural services for the execution of a potential project. It includes information on key deliverables and services and an overview of timelines and costs.
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