Roles and responsibilities: Architects
General areas of responsibility
A practicing architect:
- Must hold a valid license issued by the state where they provide services.
- Safeguards health, safety, property, and the public's welfare with the enhancement of both the natural and built environment.
- Develops a comprehensive package of design and construction documents, taking all aspects of the project into account and coordinating elements prepared by other design team members.
Design area | Subjects addressed by architects |
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Site layout |
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Building classifications and intended use |
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Building circulation and egress |
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Building structural systems | Gravity and lateral forces (wind and seismic forces) |
Fire safety |
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Interior space planning |
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Energy, ventilation, and indoor air quality (including environmental impacts and compliance with regulations) |
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Miscellaneous |
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Questions? Need help?
Email us: DFCcompliance@dol.wa.gov
Related information
- Preparing and sealing documents: Architects
- RCW 18.08.320: Definitions (law defining architect and practice of architecture)