Houzz Pro does a great job when it comes to homeowner facing communication,messaging, selections, approvals, and overall client visibility are strong.
From a GC perspective, where it could really improve is in supporting the full project team, not just the owner. On most of our projects, the architect and interior designer are active, ongoing collaborators—not peripheral participants.
It would be extremely valuable to have a more robust way to include architects and designers as part of the design team, with tools for:
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RFIs
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Submittals and approvals
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Drawing revisions and clarifications
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Centralized communication tied directly to the project record
Construction works best when everyone is operating in one system. Having the owner in one lane and the design team in another creates friction and duplicated effort. A shared workflow for the entire team would significantly improve coordination, accountability, and overall project outcomes.
