The Architect, the Client and Effective Communication in Architectural Design Practice

Abstract

Communications related to architectural projects have become more complicated due to more complex design projects, the growth of technology and design information management systems and different backgrounds of stakeholders. These issues have had a significant effect on how buildings are designed and evolved Architecture to combine technical and social aspects of design. This study reviewed and focused in Design and facilities management, behavior and communication as well as interfaces issues. This study introduced the approaches and strategic methods of effective communication in architectural design practice from the view of technological and humanistic characteristics to manage communication challenges in architect-client relationship.