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What is an architect ?
Definition :
Architects create the overall aesthetic and look of
buildings and other structures, but the design of a
building involves far more than its appearance.
Buildings also must be functional, safe, and economical
and must suit the needs of the people who use them.
Roles:
Divided into three section.
a) Design role
b) Documentation role
c) Construction role
a) Design Role
Design a concept of a product that meets
up with the clients wants and fills up with
the required facilities that goes along and
are relevant to the concept.
b)Documentation Role
Document the design and coordinate a
more detailed concept that is suitable for
construction. This usually directed to the
other expertise of the construction project
for example the engineers.
c) Construction Role
To be able to solve any sudden critical
problems regarding the concept or design
of project together with the other expertise
of the project.
Responsibilities of An
architect
Be able to stay in the course line for a long term vision.
Able to give permission or not in phases where changes are made to satisfy certain
aspect of design whether it will not be fit for the whole concept of the project or
otherwise.
Strategizing
Able to strategize new ways if there are things that is out of the construction control.
In other words able to solve problem at critical times and to think of resources that can
smooth out difficulties face. While maintaining the long term goal.
Fight entropy
Traits Needed To Be An
Architect
Great communication skills
Either verbal or non-verbal, written or orally. This to
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1) http://
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2) http://
www.bredemeyer.com/pdf_files/ArchitectR
ole.PDF
3) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Architect