“Be Careful What You Wish For”


Why?

You might get it. Might. Maybe. Maybe not.

Philosophy Of Architectural Design

Is there a philosophy of architectural design?

There is a certainty of intention of plans and specifications being created and used, which will be used for construction. There is nothing left to chance, when plans are created with the intention that they are, in fact, a future reality which will transpire and without wishes, hopes, or dim nebulous thoughts.

In life, most people do not plan in the detail required of the inexorable.

Specificity and completeness in plans are proportionate to the exact and precise duplication of those plans.

The evidence of this working is clear. The world has millions of buildings, which were planned, some better than others.

It Will Happen

Real plans that are complete and specific, done with the intention of execution,

What is needed?

  1. Courage of conviction
  2. Persistence
  3. Perseverance
  4. Knowledge
  5. Skill
  6. Resources: time, logistics, financial wherewithal.

People with skill, knowledge, and experience may be required.

Whatever is lacking must be acquired for plans to work. When they can be in possession prior to the finalization of complete plans, the project is assured.

Buildings Have

  1. Zoning approval
  2. Land owned or leased
  3. Utilities accessible
  4. Geotechnical Engineering
  5. Structural Engineering
  6. Mechanical Engineering
  7. Architectural Compliant Design
  8. Building codes, laws, ordinances, etc. and architectural review, as required in compliance, are necessary for smooth running projects.
  9. Competent contractors and subcontractors
  10. Materials and products of high quality
  11. Interior deign as needed and/or wanted
  12. Professional supervision of the project

Successful Examples

Complete and functional examples of effective planning are all around. These same procedures can be adapted to ensure success in any and all fields.