Planning and constructing a new building, or an addition to an existing building, is an increasingly complex undertaking. For that reason, and to better control costs, many owners approach their project on a design/build basis. In the design/build relationship, we act as a single source for a complete package of building services from the planning and site selection through design. engineering and contraction. Since most potential building project savings are identical in the earliest phases of planning, engineering and design, and not after the construction bids have been received, design/build offers significant advantages over the traditional approach to development and construction. Important benefits of the process include the owners ability to establish project costs early and save a considerable amount of time in the design and construction schedule. Design/build allows an earlier construction start, and ultimately quicker completion, due to a shorter design and building time-frame than that typically required under the traditional approach. With Associated Construction providing design/build services, the owner can be assured of a well-coordinated project, undertaken by professionals with the experience and technology to deliver a superior building product that is a source of value and pride.