Service
Construction Supervision
Studio Archaos provides construction supervision and design supervision of building works in Split and Dalmatia. The studio also works on Hvar, Vis and Brac, in Sibenik, Zadar and across Croatia. A good design is only worth as much as its execution. Through construction supervision, we make sure that what gets built is what was designed. That means compliance with the permit, the rules of the profession and the contracted quality.
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Construction supervision
Legally mandated control of execution
Verifying that the works comply with the building permit and the main design. Quality control of built-in materials and monitoring of execution. Keeping the required records, the construction log and supervision book, through to the technical inspection.
on-site work, architect's field visit
Design supervision
Protecting the architectural concept
The architect's supervision of how the design is carried out. It covers details resolved on site and approval of substitute materials or modifications. The architectural concept stays protected throughout the build. The same architect who designed the building may legally carry out supervision as well. In practice that means faster recognition and resolution of any deviations.
Construction supervision on the islands and remote sites
Studio Archaos works beyond Split as well. That includes Hvar, Vis and Brac, Sibenik and Zadar, rural Dalmatia and the rest of Croatia.
The frequency of site visits is adapted to the construction stage and intensity of works, with regular reporting to the investor.
SplitHvarVisBracSibenikZadar
Technical data
- location
- Split, Dalmatia, Hvar, Vis, Brac, Sibenik, Zadar and the rest of Croatia
- project types
- new construction, renovation, adaptation
- documentation
- construction log, supervision book, final report
- license
- licensed architects, members of the Croatian Chamber of Architects
FAQ
Is construction supervision mandatory in Croatia?
Yes. For buildings that require a building permit, the investor is legally obliged to appoint a licensed construction supervisor before works begin.
How often does the supervising engineer visit an island site?
Frequency depends on the construction stage and intensity of works. During active phases, such as pouring the structural frame or installing services, visits are more frequent than during quieter periods. The specific schedule is agreed for each project individually.
Can the same architect who designed the building also supervise it?
Yes, the law allows this, and in practice it is a common and useful arrangement. A supervising engineer who is also the designer recognizes and resolves deviations quickly.
Can Studio Archaos supervise a building it did not design?
Yes. Studio Archaos provides construction supervision as an independent service. Documentation from the other office has to be complete and compliant with regulations.
What happens if the contractor doesn't follow the design?
The supervising engineer has the authority to halt work that isn't being carried out according to the design and to require a correction. Studio Archaos informs the investor immediately and documents the case in the construction log.