Good to Great: How to Write Specifications that Deliver Results
Earn 1 AIA LU.
One of the most persistent challenges for design professionals is the disconnect between drawings and specifications, often resulting in miscommunication, change orders, or unmet design intent. In this practical webinar, we’ll explore how to turn that challenge into an opportunity by improving how specifications are written, reviewed, and coordinated. Through real-world examples, you’ll gain actionable tips for enhancing clarity, reducing ambiguity, and fostering better collaboration across teams. Learn how thoughtful spec writing can align project documentation, streamline construction, and ultimately deliver better results for your clients.
You’ll discover how to:
- Write clear, coordinated specs that align with your drawings
- Avoid common pitfalls through real-world examples
- Improve team collaboration and reduce costly missteps
Learning Objectives
- Identify common causes of misalignment between drawings and specifications in project documentation.
- Apply techniques for writing clear, concise, and coordinated specifications to support design intent.
- Examine real-world examples to recognize best practices and avoid common specification errors.
- Demonstrate strategies for improving team communication and collaboration throughout the design and construction process.
Daryl Robinson, AIA, FCSI
Principal Specification Writer
Deltek
