Professional Practice Architecture Practice Test

Who generally prepares and submits the Shop Drawings for client approval?

1. Contractor

2. Architect

3. Engineer

4. Client

The correct answer is: Contractor

The contractor is typically responsible for preparing and submitting the shop drawings for client approval. Shop drawings are detailed drawings that illustrate how particular components of a project will be fabricated and installed. While the architect and engineers set the specifications and design intent within the construction documents, it is the contractor who interprets these documents and coordinates the various materials and methods involved in the construction. The submission of shop drawings is a critical step in ensuring that the project is built according to the design intent and complies with all necessary standards. Once the contractor prepares these drawings, they send them to the architect for approval, as the architect needs to ensure that the implementation aligns with the original design before moving forward. The client, who ultimately benefits from the project, does not typically engage in the preparation of shop drawings. Their role focuses more on approving overall designs and final outcomes rather than on the detailed documentation involved in fabrication and installation processes.