ABSTRACT
In the eye of the casual beholder, the world of building somewhat resembles a carnival procession. Developers, architects, consultants, contractors, sub-contractors, inspectors, researchers, arbitrators…an endless variety of “parties involved” bemuses the eye. But for the innocent client who has in good faith engaged the services of this motley crew, the colourful pageant may soon lose its charm, and in the end take on the grimmer aspect of a funeral march.
