The most efficient and logical construction sequence is to install the large wood wall panels first. This establishes the primary grid, alignment, and spacing on the wall. Once the panels are secured, the smaller, and often more delicate, aluminum reveals are installed into the predetermined gaps between them. This method allows for precise fitting of the reveals to the as-built conditions of the panels, minimizes the risk of damaging the reveals during the installation of the heavier panels, and ensures a clean, tight finish. This "large-to-small" or "field-to-trim" approach is a standard principle in construction sequencing for finish work.

B. This sequence is incomplete. While installing the base before wall panels is common, this option fails to address the installation of the aluminum reveals, a key component of the question.

C. This sequence is illogical. Inner wall blocking is a support element installed before any finish materials, but this option omits the primary finish—the wood panels—altogether.

D. This sequence is incorrect and impossible. Inner wall blocking provides the necessary structural support for the panels and must be installed before any finish elements like reveals can be attached.

1. Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI). Architectural Woodwork Standards

Edition 2. (2014). Section 8: Wall/Ceiling Surfacing. The installation guidelines within this section detail the process of securing paneling to substrates (which are supported by blocking) and then applying trim

molding

or reveals as the final step to complete the assembly. This confirms the sequence of blocking

then panels

then reveals.

2. Ballast

David Kent. Interior Construction & Detailing for Designers & Architects

6th Edition. (2016). John Wiley & Sons. Chapter 11: Finishes. This text outlines standard construction sequencing

emphasizing that major finish surfaces (like wall panels) are installed before finer

detailed trim elements (like reveals). This general-to-specific sequence prevents damage to smaller components and allows for precise final fitting.

3. Simmons

H. Leslie. Olin's Construction: Principles

Materials

and Methods

9th Edition. (2011). John Wiley & Sons. Chapter 25: Interior Walls and Partitions. The chapter discusses the erection of wall systems

where the installation of blocking and substrates is followed by the application of the primary finish material. Decorative trim and reveals are detailed as one of the final steps in the finishing process.