1. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries Permission to Build Granted Yeah! OLA Session #515 Super Conference 2015 Yikes!

2. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Process Bespoke Linear (timeline dependant) Driven by Legal Agreements Options in Delivery Methods Creative/ Open Ended/ Risky

3. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Process – Linear Pre-Design Vision Site Selection Budget Program Design Preliminary Designs Confirm Budget Confirm Program Constructing Documents Working Drawings (blue prints) Specification Approvals Consultant Coordination Tender Contractor Pricing Addendums Award Construction Instructions Changes Approvals Sub Trade Coordination Move-In Commissioning Deficiencies Fit out

4. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Process – linear Impact Cost + Schedule Project Duration Pre-Design Design Post Tender - Construction

5. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Process – linear Impact Cost + Schedule Project Duration Pre-Design Design Post Tender - Construction Time to make decisions !

6. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Process – linear

7. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries Delivery Methods Design – Bid – Build (Stipulated Sum) Design + Build Construction Management

8. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries Delivery Methods Design – Bid – Build (Stipulated Sum) Pros Most Used Direct Client Control Usually Lowest Cost Cons Often Most Time-Consuming Construction Cost not Known until Completion (mid Risk) Best Used: For most Projects designbidconstruction bid cost known final cost known

9. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries Delivery Methods Design Build Pros Can be Faster Costs Known Up Front (low Risk) Cons Less Client Control May required a “compliance” architect to represent client interests Requires detailed RFP & performance specifications Best Used for Projects that are: Simple, and Time sensitive design construction final cost known

10. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries Delivery Methods Construction Management Pros Potentially the Fastest Direct Client Control Cons Usually Most Costly Construction Cost not Known until Completion (high risk) Best Used for Projects that are: Complex, and Very time sensitive design bid construction bid cost known final cost known

11. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries Legal Agreements Client – Consultant Agreement Client/ Architect Agreement (eg RAIC Doc. 6) Client – Builder Contracts Stipulated Price (CCDC 2) Construction Management (CCDC 5 A and B) Design Build (CCDC 14)

12. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Players

13. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries Design-Bid-BuildDesign-Build client architect sub consultants general contractor sub trades client architect builder sub consultants sub trades The Roles

14. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Client - Librarians What they Should Do clearly define a vision/ program contribute experience, knowledge and understanding of libraries and their system establish project success parameters What they Shouldn't do Micro-manage Design Commutate Directly with Contractors

15. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Client – Project Manager What they Should Do contribute experience, and specialized construction knowledge Manage overall project schedule, budget and Assist defining a vision / program Establish project success parameters What they Shouldn't do Set Program Micro-Manage

16. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Architect What they Do translate the vision / program into an executable design bring experience, knowledge and understanding to the project Fulfill professional duty to the public To advise and represent the Client Kazuyo Sejima What they Shouldn't do Set Budget or Program Control Construction Method, Quality or Schedule

17. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Architect - obligations Working Under the Client (Design – Bid – Build or Stip. Sum) Defined in Client/ Architect Agreement (eg RAIC Document 6, OAA document 600) Working Under Builder/ Develop (Design Build, 3P)

18. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries Sub-consultants/ Engineers What they Do provide specialized expertise (eg structural, M+E, IT, acoustics, cost, traffic, etc.) work directly under architect or client Most typical consultants (S,M,E,C) under architect Others can be hired by client or architect to provide advice to the architect (Acoustical, Cost, traffic, etc) Others must be hired by the client (eg Geotechnical, survey) What they Shouldn't do lose sight of overall project goals

19. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Builder/ Contractor – (DBB) What they Do build design based on contract documents (specification and drawings) bring experience, knowledge and understanding to the project control construction methods, site safety and schedule What they Shouldn't do unilaterally make changes directly advise the client

20. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Builder– DB What they Do Design/ build based on documents provide by the client (RFP, scope, etc) bring experience, knowledge understanding and a design to the project control design, construction, cost, site safety and schedule What they Shouldn't do make assumptions regarding needs

21. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries Selecting the Players

22. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Architect - How to Choose Qualification-based Selection – The RFP Clear and concise requirements and selection criteria Give specific details (eg vision, program, site, client team) Seek specific succinct responses Avoid : vague catch all language e.g. “responsible for all aspects to make the project successful” items beyond scope e.g. “architect to ensure project is completed on schedule” onerous proposal requirements

23. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Architect - How to Choose Qualification-based Selection – The RFP Clear and concise requirements and selection criteria Give specific details (eg vision, program, site, client team) Seek specific succinct responses Avoid : vague catch all language e.g. “responsible for all aspects to make the project successful” items beyond scope e.g. “architect to ensure project is completed on schedule” onerous proposal requirements

24. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Builder - How to Choose Design/ Build (Stip. Sum) Low bid price usually wins Therefore Pre-qualify for: Experience with Building Type (firm and individuals assigned) Capability to Complete Financial Status References CCDC 11

25. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries The Builder - How to Choose Design Build RFP Process Select for: Most Suitable Design Proposal Experience (Builder and Designer) Capability to Complete Financial Status References Cost

26. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries Resources RAIC (www.raic.org) / OAA (www.oaa.on.ca)www.raic.org Selecting, Agreements, CHOP (Canadian Handbook of Practice) CCDC (www.ccdc.org)www.ccdc.org Standard Construction Documents and Forms OGCA (www.ogca.ca)www.ogca.ca Design Inspirations: dezeen.com; archdaily.com; Architectural Review; Canadian Architect; Architectural Record

27. ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH INSPIRE TRANSFORM ENRICH Vaughan Public Libraries Remember it’s Your Project Provide Clear Vision and Program Understand what is being presented “art of the dumb question?” Give Timely Informed Directions Have Fun, Stay Positive