Eine Plattform für die Wissenschaft: Bauingenieurwesen, Architektur und Urbanistik
Eine Plattform für die Wissenschaft: Bauingenieurwesen, Architektur und Urbanistik
Changing needs and demand of clients vs ability to pay in architectural industry
The architectural industry faces significant challenges in balancing evolving client demands with financial sustainability, especially in developing economies. This study examines the factors driving changing client needs and their ability to pay for architectural services in Enugu Metropolis, Nigeria. Using a quantitative approach, 83 registered architects (87% response rate) were surveyed via a structured questionnaire. Data analysis, including descriptive statistics, chi-square goodness-of-fit tests, and Spearman’s rank correlation, revealed that the primary drivers of changing client demands are requests for design modifications (mean score 4.81), unclear client information (4.42), and the addition of new project scopes (4.25). These factors significantly deviated from an equal distribution (p < 0.001), indicating strong consensus among respondents. Project delays (95.1% agreement) and increased costs (92.8%) were identified as the most significant impacts. Regarding payment ability, competition (4.25) and economic recession (4.12) were the most influential factors. The study also highlighted that 88% of architects attribute clients’ undervaluation of services to the belief in cheaper alternatives, while 85.5% perceived lack of professional competency as influencing payment willingness. These findings emphasize the need for adaptive strategies, including improved communication, flexible service models, and innovative pricing. It contributes to understanding client-architect dynamics in developing economies.
Changing needs and demand of clients vs ability to pay in architectural industry
The architectural industry faces significant challenges in balancing evolving client demands with financial sustainability, especially in developing economies. This study examines the factors driving changing client needs and their ability to pay for architectural services in Enugu Metropolis, Nigeria. Using a quantitative approach, 83 registered architects (87% response rate) were surveyed via a structured questionnaire. Data analysis, including descriptive statistics, chi-square goodness-of-fit tests, and Spearman’s rank correlation, revealed that the primary drivers of changing client demands are requests for design modifications (mean score 4.81), unclear client information (4.42), and the addition of new project scopes (4.25). These factors significantly deviated from an equal distribution (p < 0.001), indicating strong consensus among respondents. Project delays (95.1% agreement) and increased costs (92.8%) were identified as the most significant impacts. Regarding payment ability, competition (4.25) and economic recession (4.12) were the most influential factors. The study also highlighted that 88% of architects attribute clients’ undervaluation of services to the belief in cheaper alternatives, while 85.5% perceived lack of professional competency as influencing payment willingness. These findings emphasize the need for adaptive strategies, including improved communication, flexible service models, and innovative pricing. It contributes to understanding client-architect dynamics in developing economies.
Changing needs and demand of clients vs ability to pay in architectural industry
Emeka J. Mba (Autor:in) / Francis O. Okeke (Autor:in) / Ajuluchukwu E. Igwe (Autor:in) / Obas J. Ebohon (Autor:in) / Foluso C. Awe (Autor:in)
2025
Aufsatz (Zeitschrift)
Elektronische Ressource
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