Architect-Led Design-Build and Contractor-Led Design Build are becoming one of the fastest project delivery methods in the construction and design industry. In 2011 studies have shown that design-build projects were used in about 40% of non-residential construction projects with projections on the rise in recent years. We’ll examine how owners can use the design-build model when working with terrazzo to successfully build schools, hospitals, office buildings and other commercial projects in the United States.

What is Design-Build?

Design-Build is an alternative to the design-bid-build model that allows owners to have full control over their projects from the initial concept through completion. In the project delivery method, the owner will manage a single contract from the start. All the responsibility is given to the design-build team who coordinates the design and construction phases completing projects faster, more cost-effectively and at a better quality.

Traditional project delivery raises causes for concern for the owners. Instead of handling one contract, owners manage two separate contracts – one for the construction and one for design. Owners serve as the middleman between the two sides and can get involved in disputes between the two parties when the project goes wrong. By going with a design-build plan from the start, the owner can form a unified team that encourages collaborative problem-solving and innovation. This is a sure way to reduce the number of change orders and any excess costs.

Advantages of Using Terrazzo for Design Build Construction

The best terrazzo ideas are born under a design-build model. There are huge advantages for both the owner and architects that address the need for reduced costs and faster completion, while delivering a customized product of high quality.

TERRAZZCO provides all the terrazzo materials, design support, and technical documentation under one contractor. Our representatives guide the design-build team from planning through installation, eliminating the need to source epoxy resins, aggregates, and precast products from multiple vendors.

Owner and Architect Benefits

Design-build delivers measurable advantages over traditional design-bid-build. Research across 350+ construction projects found design-build reduces project costs by 6.1%, accelerates delivery speed by 33.5%, and cuts cost growth by 5.2% compared to conventional methods.

• Sole Responsibility: Design-Build teams are responsible for the cost, schedule, and performance of a project, reducing the owner’s risk.

• Cost Savings: Builders know what everything will cost for a project. Budgets are easily established early on during the planning stage. Money is often saved along the way, as terrazzo representatives can recommend budget-friendly options in developing a design.

• Faster Delivery: A collaborative process ensures project deadlines are met without much hassle. A single-source supplier like TERRAZZCO can help architects find everything they need for a terrazzo project without having to source materials from multiple locations, costing them time and reducing quality control over the product.

• Better Quality: Teams can create designs in a collaborative manner, having the flexibility and innovation to create a highly decorative and high-performing terrazzo surface.

• Higher Profit Margins: Architects can control overall material costs and reduce delays, enabling them to meet budget goals and earn more from each design-build project.

• Reduced Litigation Claims: Architects who work on design-build projects often see a reduction in litigation claims from contractors.

Working with TERRAZZCO on your next Design Build project.

At Concord Terrazzo Company we understand that delivering a high-quality product on time and on budget satisfies our clients. Architects can benefit from our single-source supply model to complete a project successfully.

Concord Terrazzo Company supplies all the material you need for a terrazzo project under the TERRAZZCO Brand. No other terrazzo contractor has the capabilities to produce epoxy resins, crush aggregates in-house, manufacture precast terrazzo products, provide waterjet logos and designs and have a dedicated samples department than we do.

What Materials Does TERRAZZCO Supply for Design-Build Projects?

How Does TERRAZZCO Support Design-Build Firms?

TERRAZZCO representatives collaborate directly with design-build firms across the design and specification phases. Support for your project includes:

• Floor plan review and product drawing feedback
• Color and aggregate selection consultation
• Custom sample development
• Technical data sheets and material specs for bid documents
• Budget analysis and value-engineering recommendations

Representatives can help you adapt to any design direction while providing technical expertise to ensure your project is built right. Design-Build is the fastest-growing U.S. Construction delivery method – projected to account for nearly 50% of all construction spending. TERRAZZCO’s single-source model is build to support this shift.