Does size matter when it comes to design offices and quality?

The author reflects on whether company size is a factor in the quality of designs of office buildings. He gives out examples of successful architectural firms with a small number of architects working on projects. He claims that there is a danger that too much work will dilute the production of even...

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Publicado en:Architectural Record Vol. 195; no. 4; pp. 32 - 33
Autor principal: Gorlin, Alexander
Formato: Editorial
Publicado: BNP Media Apr2007
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Sumario:The author reflects on whether company size is a factor in the quality of designs of office buildings. He gives out examples of successful architectural firms with a small number of architects working on projects. He claims that there is a danger that too much work will dilute the production of even the best firms. He points out that when architecture is presented as fine art and sculpture, then each project is considered unique.