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Spec Writing for Architects: Tips for Accurate and Effective Specifications

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Spec Writing for Architects

Ever had a contractor call you three weeks into a project asking, “What finish did you actually want on these grab bars?” That sinking feeling in your stomach? Yeah, I’ve been there. It was a medical office build in 2022, and my vague specification of “brushed nickel bathroom accessories” resulted in three different shades across … Read more

The Four C’s of Effective Spec Writing

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Spec Writing

Have you ever watched a construction project grind to a halt because someone misunderstood what “standard-grade fixtures” actually meant? I witnessed this exact scenario three years ago on a commercial office building where the general contractor installed basic residential toilet accessories instead of the heavy-duty commercial-grade units specified. The result? A two-week delay, frustrated clients, … Read more