The common tendency is to rely on the lowest estimate, without delving too deeply into the specific items in the bill of quantities. This, generally, is a task that a prudent client should entrust to a technician, i.e., one who, knowing how a building is constructed and the problems that can arise from it,…
The more a building is built with standard solutions, the easier it will be to predict its final cost; conversely, the more complicated the solutions the more the cost of construction will rise and become less easily predictable. In determining the cost of construction, the ideal is to rely on a detailed working plan…
When choosing the type of property to purchase, the potential of the building itself should be carefully considered. The property, for example, may be located in a zoning area that allows for expansions; therefore, it may be worthwhile to enlarge it as well as renovate it, or even, demolish the old building and construct…
In the building field, especially in the last decade, much work has been done to improve the energy performance of buildings. There are no unambiguous guidelines regarding how to make a building “NZEB,” the methods to achieve it are different, but the level of efficiency of the building and therefore its performance values, must…
Building activities in Italy are managed by local administrations (in this case, the Technical Offices of the municipalities) on the basis of a body of state laws, regional laws and local regulations, on urban planning and technical matters. In order to obtain a Building Permit, it is necessary to apply to a licensed professional…
The project is a compendium of many knowledge, experiences, personal needs, desires, ways of life, and more concrete economic possibilities. There is no perfect project, the project may aspire to be the most suitable one; nevertheless, perfection should always be pursued. The most suitable project can be achieved, especially in the private sector, through…