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Design-Build: A Smarter Approach to Construction

The Design-Build (DB) delivery method is ideal for projects that require significant design while also needing expedited construction. Unlike the traditional Design-Bid-Build (DBB) approach—where design and construction are handled separately—DB streamlines the process by integrating both under a single contract. This ensures better coordination, cost control, and faster project completion. Tenant improvement projects, major remodels, and ground-up builds often benefit from this approach.​

What to Expect from the Design-Build Process

When you choose the Design-Build method with OBRAS, you’re selecting a process that is more efficient, predictable, and collaborative. Here’s what you can expect:
 

  1. Single Point of Contact – You work with one team from start to finish, reducing miscommunication and ensuring accountability throughout the project. OBRAS manages everything, from conceptual design to final construction, so you don’t have to juggle multiple contracts and vendors.

  2. Early Cost Certainty – Unlike traditional methods where costs remain uncertain until after the bidding process, DB allows for budget discussions early in the design phase. Our team provides cost estimates and constructability reviews as the design evolves, ensuring there are no financial surprises later.

  3. Faster Project Delivery – Because design and construction phases overlap, work can begin before every detail is finalized, reducing overall project duration. This is especially valuable when time-sensitive delivery is a priority.

  4. Collaborative Decision-Making – Instead of navigating potential conflicts between separate design and construction teams, DB fosters a cooperative environment where architects, engineers, and builders work together from the start. This ensures that design choices align with construction feasibility, budget, and schedule.

  5. Reduced Risk & Fewer Change Orders – With traditional project delivery methods, owners are often hit with costly change orders when unforeseen design issues arise during construction. In DB, OBRAS assumes project risk, meaning we resolve design challenges before they turn into expensive construction problems.

  6. Tailored Expertise – Whether your project requires specialized architectural design, structural modifications, or complex material selections, we bring in the right experts to ensure the highest quality. We carefully match our team’s expertise to your project’s needs, so nothing is left to chance.

Why OBRAS?

At OBRAS, we don’t just build—we solve problems before they arise. With decades of experience in complex projects, we understand the importance of early planning, precision execution, and open communication. Our emphasis on clear documentation and strong partnerships with specialized architects and engineers ensures that every build meets the highest standards of efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. 

We invite you to discuss your project with us and explore how OBRAS, combined with the Design-Build delivery method, can bring your vision to life—on time and within budget.

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