Most architects vanish once permits are issued. But the real battle to protect design happens on-site. Here's how construction administration can make or break your reputation and what to do about it.

Design doesn’t end at the drawing set. In fact, your most important decision happens once construction begins. How you show up during CA—how present, responsive, and respected you are—can make or break your design in the field. In this post, we show architects how leadership during construction protects your vision, your budget, and your client’s trust. Drawings don’t build buildings—leadership does.