What information is the Architect required to report to the Owner during construction?

The architect has a responsibility to communicate effectively with the owner throughout the construction process, which includes reporting any known deviations and defects in the work. This duty stems from the architect's role in ensuring that the project adheres to the contract documents, including drawings and specifications. By identifying and reporting any issues, the architect helps to mitigate potential risks, avoid future disputes, and ensure that corrective actions can be taken promptly. This practice fosters transparency, collaboration, and quality assurance, which are essential in delivering a successful construction project.

While reporting on the budget and work progress is important, it doesn’t encompass the architect's primary duty regarding quality control and adherence to standards. Focusing solely on completed work or only providing positive feedback would not fulfill the architect's obligation to maintain the integrity of the construction process or to keep the owner fully informed of potential issues, hence the critical nature of reporting known deviations and defects.