Crafting with Care: How QA/QC Standards are Elevated at Cline

Andrea “Andi” Gupton, one of our most senior project architects, has long been a cornerstone of Cline’s commitment to quality. For Andi, our construction drawings are more than just technical documents—they are a fundamental part of our legacy. She believes that every line drawn, every detail specified, and every instruction communicated in these documents reflects not only the integrity of the design but also the values of Cline as a whole.

Throughout her career, Andi has dedicated herself to the pursuit of excellence in quality control and quality assurance (QA/QC). Her approach to architecture goes beyond the aesthetics of design; it encompasses the meticulous crafting of documents that serve as the blueprint for transforming ideas into reality. In Andi’s view, design excellence must be communicated not only through the visual appeal of a project but through the precision and clarity of the documents that guide its construction.

Andi’s philosophy is that quality is not a mere formality or a box to be checked off on a list. Instead, she sees it as a comprehensive process that begins with the very first sketches and continues through every stage of development until the final construction is complete. This process involves rigorous attention to detail, constant refinement, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Over her tenure at Cline, Andi has played a pivotal role in shaping our QA/QC standards. She has worked tirelessly with multiple task forces and committees to develop guidelines, compliance standards, and procedures that ensure our teams produce the highest quality construction drawings possible.