Special report: design and build

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Architects will have an important role in design and build teams, in some cases they may lead the team along with the contractor. In the past architects were employed by the client yet in the future the architect is more likely to be recruited by the contractor. The aims of the new strategy for construction are to increase customer satisfaction and to construct better buildings. All the major contributors work together and take responsibility for their work. Several reports have concluded team work produces higher quality buildings.

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Installation artistry

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Several architects have been involved with redesigning the interior space of the Hayward Gallery, London, England, for specific exhibitions, such as Architect Paul Williams work on a project to exhibit pre-Columbian sculpture.

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People social space

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Artist-Designer Bruce McLean discusses his interest in linking art and architecture which can be found in his innovative designs, such as his work on Argyle Street, Glasgow, with his son Architect William McLean.

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