NCIDQ Interior Design Professional Exam (IDPX) Practice Exam

The term 'contract administration' in design projects specifically refers to the phase where the design is put into action and monitored. This stage involves overseeing the implementation of the design as well as ensuring that all parties adhere to the terms outlined in the contract. It is crucial for maintaining quality control, communication between stakeholders, and adherence to schedules and budgets. During this phase, design professionals may also assess the work being done by contractors, address any issues that arise, and ensure that the project aligns with the original design intent and specifications laid out in the contract.

In this context, while negotiating client contracts is an important step in the overall process, it does not fall under contract administration. Additionally, assessing project costs and budgets, as well as conducting a final review before project completion, are associated with other aspects of project management but do not encompass the broader responsibilities of contract administration. Thus, focusing on the execution and supervision of the design makes the identification of this phase as contract administration particularly fitting.