Independent
Design Review
Technical Assurance for Project Owners — Independent evaluation of project design and construction documentation to ensure technical reliability, coordination, and constructability before construction.
Independent evaluation on behalf of the owner
Independent Design Review is a technical advisory service performed on behalf of the project owner to evaluate the quality, coordination, and reliability of design documentation prepared by the project's architects and engineering consultants.
Through an independent multidisciplinary assessment, the review identifies potential design inconsistencies, coordination conflicts, and technical risks that could impact construction cost or schedule — providing the owner with objective expert insight before major investments are committed.
What the review achieves
Four-step review process
Documentation Analysis
Independent review of design drawings, technical specifications, engineering calculations, and BIM models.
Multidisciplinary Technical Assessment
Evaluation by specialists in architecture, structural engineering, and building systems.
Coordination & Risk Analysis
Identification of inconsistencies, missing information, and potential technical risks across disciplines.
Issue Identification & Recommendations
Structured assessment of design issues and expert recommendations for improvement.
When to engage the review
Performed at key milestones to ensure major technical decisions are validated before progressing to the next stage.
End of Concept Design
Validation of overall design strategy, system selection, and alignment with project requirements.
End of Detailed Design
Comprehensive technical review of architectural, structural, and engineering documentation.
Before Tender / Procurement
Verification that construction documentation is sufficiently complete and coordinated for contractor bidding.
Value for the Owner
Protects the project investment
Ensures that the design solutions are technically sound before construction begins.
Reduces risk of delays and disputes
Early identification of coordination issues minimises disruptions during construction.
Supports financial predictability
Prevents unexpected design-related changes that can increase project cost.
Improves decision-making
Provides the owner with an independent technical perspective when evaluating design proposals.
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