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David Stutzman: Dec 10, 2012 12:21:50 PM
How can architects ensure their specifications are consistent from one project to the next or one project architect to the next? How can architects...
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David Stutzman: Dec 3, 2012 11:42:08 AM
The project was a new single family residence. The architect wrote the specifications as notes to be placed on the drawings. The architect asked for...
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David Stutzman: Nov 26, 2012 2:35:23 PM
This morning I opened my email to find a client, an architect, requesting a substitution evaluation for a metal wall panel. The request was sent 8 PM...
David Stutzman: Nov 20, 2012 5:35:03 AM
Have you ever seen a built detail, scratched your head, and wondered: "What were they thinking?" There are 4 steps that can be taken to help prevent...
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David Stutzman: Nov 10, 2012 7:00:31 PM
Who are the first sources of product information, especially when it is 6 PM and the spec must be issued the next day? CSI members! I know I can rely...
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David Stutzman: Nov 5, 2012 8:07:44 AM
Several discussions about architectural licensing and use of the term "Architect" started recently on blog posts (See Liz O'Sullivan's blog) and on...
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David Stutzman: Oct 29, 2012 11:08:53 AM
The architect asked that I review the "front end" documents written by the design-builder for a new construction project. The front end including...
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David Stutzman: Oct 22, 2012 10:31:34 AM
Last week I was reminded just how valuable good relationships are. A trusted product representative scheduled a meeting with us to explain recent...
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David Stutzman: Oct 8, 2012 3:29:08 PM
You've seen them. You've been required to comply with them. You've been required to implement them. You may have written them.
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David Stutzman: Sep 24, 2012 11:59:46 AM
Can it be done? Should we even try? Absolutely!
