Common use of Architect’s Status Clause in Contracts

Architect’s Status. 13.1 The Architect will assist the Owner in the general administration of the Agreement between the Contractor and the Owner, acting in any and all of the various capacities assigned in the agreement between the Architect and the Owner and as established by the Contract Documents. The Architect and its representatives shall have access to the Work at all times. The Architect, or the Owner (or its authorized designee) shall have the right to reject all materials furnished and/or Work performed that, in either or both of their judgment, do not meet the requirements of the Contract Documents. 13.2 The Architect may assign a field representative to assist in carrying out the responsibilities of the Architect. The name, duties, responsibilities and limits of authority of the representative may be established at the initial meeting between Owner, Architect and Contractor pursuant to Section 4.2 of the General Conditions. 13.3 The Architect's decisions in matters relating to aesthetic effect shall be final if consistent with the terms and intent of the Contract Documents.