Specifications
The detailed written descriptions of materials, equipment, systems, and required workmanship and other qualitative information pertaining to the work. Provided by the architect and design team.
Specifications are detailed descriptions of the materials, workmanship, and standards required for a project. They guide the construction process, ensuring compliance with design intentions and quality standards, and provide the basis for verifying that the completed work meets the project requirements.
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The specifications outline the materials, standards, and methods required for constructing the project.
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