Third-Party Design Review and Consulting Services
Allana Buick & Bers, Inc. (ABB) provides independent third-party design review and consulting services for new construction projects. Our multidisciplinary team evaluates construction drawings, specifications, material selections, and building enclosure details to identify potential performance concerns, coordination gaps, and constructability issues before construction.
ABB’s reviews focus on water intrusion, air infiltration, condensation, thermal performance, material compatibility, and long-term durability. Our findings are documented in a report with observations and recommendations for consideration by the project design team.
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ABB’s Third-Party Design Review Services
Our services include:
- Construction drawing and specification review
- Roofing, waterproofing, and exterior wall system evaluation
- Curtain wall, glazing, and façade design review
- Material compatibility and system performance review
- Critical interface and transition detailing
- Constructability and design coordination review
What is a third-party building enclosure design review?
A third-party design review is an independent evaluation of building enclosure drawings, specifications, and details to identify potential performance, coordination, and constructability concerns before construction.
What problems can a third-party design review help identify?
Design reviews can identify incomplete waterproofing details, discontinuous air barriers, inadequate flashing, material compatibility concerns, and poorly coordinated transitions that may contribute to water intrusion, air leakage, or premature deterioration.
When should a third-party design review be conducted?
Ideally, reviews begin during design development, when materials, systems, and details can still be refined. Reviews during the construction document phase can also help identify unresolved concerns before bidding or construction.
