Enhancing the Role of Architect in the Real Estate Development Process

Document Type : Original Article

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1 Architecture and Urban Planning Department, Faculty of Engineering, Suez Canal University, Ismailia, Egypt

2 Business Administration, Faculty of Commerce, Suez Canal University, Ismailia, Egypt

Abstract

The real estate development process is a multi-disciplinary endeavor, encompassing a broader scope of building design and implementation. This complex process includes several specifications, with architecture being one of the key components. Architects play a crucial role in real estate development, and their influence can be expanded. With additional knowledge of investment and finance, architects can become pivotal players in the real estate industry, helping investors maximize their returns.
There is a significant relationship between architecture and real estate development. Architects should recognize their potential to be highly influential in this process. This research aims to analyze both the architectural and business processes involved in real estate development to highlight their interconnections. Furthermore, it seeks to clarify the pillars of the real estate development process and the components of architectural design, demonstrating how they relate to one another. This understanding will help assess the extent to which architects can influence the real estate development process.

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