The 12 Advantages of design-build:

1. You receive early cost input from the contractor. A price is attached to conceptual design ideas as they are developed.
2. A GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE can be determined early, right after the scope of the project is established.
3. Time is saved because construction can begin before the design is completed. Example: the architect could be completing interior designs while the site and foundation work are underway.
4. The need for high cost change orders is eliminated.
5. Architectural and engineering fees are kept to a minimum and determined from the beginning.
6. Contractor fees are kept to a minimum and determined from the beginning.
7. Legal fees are kept to a minimum by eliminating adversary roles.
8. Construction costs are minimized by using the latest systems and methods that the contractor knows are cost-effective.
9. Chances for misunderstandings are minimized with the team approach
10. You get the best ideas from your team members due to a cooperative team spirit.
11. Realistic completion dates are established by the contractor who will do the work.
12. You can take advantage of special services such as an initial service plan (a preliminary feasibility study), value engineering, and life cycle cost analysis.