Review Group 5 Prof Prac

In the architect’s range of services, under which services do promotional services fall?

In the architect’s design services, under which phase does the architect makes periodic visits to project site to familiarize himself with general progress / quality of work?

There are seven categories of architects’ services. Under what category does site utilization and land use studies fall?

Which method of selecting an architect is often used by an individual undertaking a relatively small project?

Among the six methods of compensation for architect’s services, which is considered the fairest to both architect and client?

One of the methods of compensation for architect’s services is based on technical hour’s expenses and made by adding all costs of technical services (man-hours time rate). A multiplier is used to take care of overhead and profit. This method, however, is applicable only to non-creative work and aspects of pre-design services and supervision work. What is this method called?

Which method of selection of architect is the most common where one is selected among a number of architects after prequalification system?

Which of the following describes the lump sum or fixed fee method?

If an Architect is hired to design a supermarket with construction cost of less than 50M pesos, how much should he/she charge as minimum basic fee?

If the Owner continuously makes changes, what methods of compensation should the Architect employ?

After all the contract documents have been given to the Owner, how much is the liability from the remaining professional fee?

Who is responsible for the compensation of a Specialized Allied Professional?

The first phase for Architect’s regular services. This phase involves the definition of the requirements of the project by the Owner. The Architect in turn informs the Owner of the technical requirements of the project and the concomitant professional fees.

What architectural Service/Phase is the part where the architect and client are choosing the contractor?

Where does Contract Document fall in the Architect’s Services?

Where does assessing the Needs of the Client fall?

Where do Planning services fall in the Architect’s Services?

How much is the Architect compensated after he completed all plans and documents for construction?

Owner A Hired Architect B to design his condominium located in a commercial area. After several meetings, Architect B was able to produce a Schematic Design which Owner A subsequently approved. However, Owner A had a change of heart and decided that he doesn’t want Architect B for the project anymore. How much compensation is Architect B entitled?

What will be the ideal method of compensation that the Architect should use if he is to find a new site for the project?

Method of selection where most often employed by committees representing institutions, corporations or public agencies.

It is the most frequently used for civic or monumental projects and prestigious private buildings.

This concept of compensation is more than not, disadvantageous to both the Client and the Architect. Firstly, it represents a risk situation to the Architect, since his costs may exceed the agreed amount.

This cost-based method of compensation is applicable only to non-creative work such as accounting, secretarial, research, data gathering, supervision, preparation of reports and the like.

This method of compensation, frequently used where there is a continuing relationship on a series of projects.

The Architect’s minimum basis fee for a Residential project.

If an Architect performs full time supervision, what is his professional fee?

GROUP-1 Structures of simplest, utilization character which are without complication of design or detail and require a minimum of finish, structural, mechanical and electrical design.

Structures of moderate complexity of design requiring a moderate amount of structural, mechanical and electrical design and research.

Minimum basic fee for Residences (Single Detached or Duplex), small apartment houses and town houses.

Minimum basic fee for Monumental buildings and other facilities requiring consummate design skill and much precise detailing.

Minimum basic fee for Second structure when the design of the Architect is used again for the repetitive construction of similar structures, without amending the drawing and the specifications.

Minimum basic fee for Third structure when the design of the Architect is used again for the repetitive construction of similar structures, without amending the drawing and the specifications.

. Minimum basic fee for succeeding structure when the design of the Architect is used again for the repetitive construction of similar structures, without amending the drawing and the specifications.

Professional fee where a Client may request an Architect to do work which will require his personal time

This cost-based method of compensation is applicable only to non-creative work such as accounting, secretarial, research, data gathering, preparation of reports and the like.

This method of compensation is frequently used where there is continuing relationship involving a series of Projects. It establishes a fixed sum over and above the reimbursement for the Architect’s technical time and overhead.

A client hires an Architect to prepare the plans and corresponding documents for his project. However, after the completion of all plans and documents, the client changes his mind and decided not to implement the plans for construction. How much is the Architect compensated?

Who is responsible for the fee of an additional Full-time Supervisor at the Project?

How is the Architect compensated if the clients asked for a Feasibility Study?

The third phase of the Architect’s services

What stage of the Architect’s services are site utilization and feasibility studies?

When must the Architect properly locate/site a building with respect to the Road Right-of-Way (RROW), legal easement and the like?

After completion of contract drawings, specifications and other documents upon submission to a client, what stage is this?

What service is performed by an architect if activities such as physical, economic, social, and infrastructure are accomplished?

Where does Contract Document fall in the Architect’s Services?

Arch. Casia was commissioned by his friend as the Architect for a Townhouse project. He was specifically asked to prepare brochures for the marketing of the project. For helping his friend market the project, what type of compensation should Arch. Casia receive?

What event where can an architect do design concepts parallel to other designing architects?

Expenses shall be chargeable to the Owner whenever the Architect or his duly authorized representative is required to perform services at a locality beyond 50.0 kilometers (air, straight line or radial distance) from his established office as it appears in the Architect’s letterhead.

During the progress of work, the Owner shall furnish the Architect a copy of the records of expenses being incurred on the construction. Upon completion of the project, the Owner shall furnish the Architect a copy of the summary of all cost of labor, services, materials, equipment, fixtures and all items used at and for the completion of the construction.

Document submitted by the Architect can attain only a certain degree of accuracy. As the Architect has no control over the cost of labor and materials, or the many factors that go into competitive bidding, he does not assume any professional responsibility for such cost estimates, unless glaring errors or discrepancies are clearly evident.

All designs, drawings, models, specifications and other contract documents and copies thereof, prepared, duly signed, stamped and sealed and furnished as instruments of service, are the intellectual property and documents of the Architect, whether the work for which they were made is executed or not, and are not to be reproduced or used on other work except with a written agreement with the Architect (Sec. 33 of R.A. No. 9266).

Selection where Reputation, personal acquaintance, and recommendations is involved.

A type of Pre-Design Service wherein the Architect prepares a technique to minimize the negative effect of simplified operations associated with many cost-reduction programs. The goal is to achieve an unimpaired program at minimum cost.

For specialized allied services, what is the activity of total planning that encompasses social, physical and environmental factors?

Plans, models and perspectives are?

The Consulting Architect in this area of practice provides the Owner/Client with means and measures to ensure the proper function and maintenance of the building/structure and site after final inspection.

An architect suggested to the client that a blank wall in one of the portion of the lobby be provided with a mural painting. The client agreed and asked the Architect to present a design for the mural painting. The Architect hired a popular painter to make the concept design. Who will pay for the services of the mural painter?

How many sets of plan are to be given/submitted to the owner?

How many sets of plan are to be given/submitted as for Building permit?

How many sets of plan are to be given/submitted to the fire officials?

How many sets of plan are to be given/submitted to the contractor?

This phase evaluates the Owner’s program, schedule, budget, project site and proposes methods of project deliveries.

Based on approved schematics and conceptual plans, the Architect prepares the outline specifications to fix and illustrate the size and character of the entire project as to type of materials, type of structural, electrical, mechanical, sanitary, electronic and communications systems.

In this phase, the Architect assists the Owner from the early stage of establishing a list of prospective Contractors to awarding of the construction contract.

Based on approved schematics and conceptual plans, the Architect prepares an updated SPPCC for submission to the Owner.

In this phase, the Architect prepares an initial statement of probable construction cost.

In this phase, the Architect submits to the Owner seven (7) sets of all construction drawings and technical specifications for purposes of obtaining a building permit.

In this phase, the Architect prepares diagrammatic layout of construction systems.

In this phase, the Architect consults with the Owner to ascertain the conceptual framework and related requirements of the project and confirms such requirements with him.

Method of Compensation where in some cases a Client may request an Architect to do work which will require his personal time such as conducting ocular inspection of possible project sites.

The Architect Should more extensive inspection or full-time (8-hour) construction supervision be required by the Client, a separate full-time supervisor shall be hired and agreed upon by the Owner and the Architect subject to the conditions provided in the SPP Document on Full -Time Supervision.

The Architect prepares Technical Specifications describing type and quality of materials, finish, manner of construction and the general conditions under which the project is to be constructed.

The Architect determines the amount owing and due to the Contractor and issues corresponding Certificates for Payment for such amounts based on his observations and the Contractor's Applications for Payment.

The Architect prepares Technical Specifications describing type and quality of materials, finish, manner of construction and the general conditions under which the project is to be constructed.

The Architect assists the Owner in obtaining proposals from Contractors, analyzes bid results and prepares abstract of bids, notice of award, notice to proceed and other construction contracts.

The Architect makes decisions on all claims of the Owner and Contractors on all matters relating to the execution and progress of work or the interpretation of the Contract Documents.

The Architect produces multiple drawing sets including a filing set for approval from the Department Of Buildings and a separate set of Construction Drawings.

Minimum basic fee (MBF) for alteration and addition of structures from Group 1 to 5

Professional fee for proposals made by architect

The Architect’s work starts at the inception of the project when the Owner outlines his requirements to the Architect. The work covers the various aspects of the project, from analysis and study of the needs and requirements, to the preparation of the necessary instruments of service, and finally to the supervision during project implementation.

The Pre-Design Services nominally include consultation, pre-feasibility studies, feasibility studies, site selection and analysis, site utilization and land-use studies, architectural research, architectural programming, space planning, space management studies, value management, design brief preparation, promotional services and other related activities.

When a Client calls upon the Architect to give oral or written advice and direction, to attend conferences, to make evaluations and appraisals regarding a contemplated project and similar activities, the Architect renders valuable inputs whether or not the Client pursues the project.

Detailed analysis of the project based on pre-feasibility studies will determine the viability of a proposed development. The studies will set the project against present and future trends to forecast how it will perform over time. This requires primary data gathering and analysis.

This entails the formulation of site criteria, assistance to the Client in site evaluation as well as analysis to determine the most appropriate site/s for a proposed project or building program.

The detailed analysis of the site involves the identification of a site’s development potentials through the proper utilization of land. The analysis covers the context of the site as well as that of its surrounding environment and the development controls that apply to the site and its environs.

This analytical problem-seeking process will lead to the statement and identification of both horizontal and vertical requirements in offering a solution. It incorporates a space program with characterizations of the envisioned spaces such as ambiance, cost range, etc.

Architectural research entails the conduct of primary and secondary researches and assembled facts used as basis for conclusion.

The Architect determines the adequate size and appropriate configuration and assemblage for a proposed project in consideration of the use, allocation and interface of spaces for given activities.

Projects may require promotional activities in order to develop and generate financial support and acceptance from governing agencies or from the general public.

The Architect states the project terms of reference (ToR) including the concept, objectives and other necessary requirements to bid out architectural services (whether public or private).

This technique is applied in the cost management process to minimize the negative effect of simplified operations associated with many cost-reduction programs.

This method of compensation is frequently used where there is continuing relationship involving a series of projects. It establishes a fixed sum over and above the reimbursement for the Architect’s technical time and overhead. An agreement on the general scope of the work is necessary in order to set an equitable fee.

Shall include cost of the construction as well as all professional fees, permits, clearances and utilities and cost of acquiring the project site / lot, cost of money, etc.

All signboards of the General Contractor, sub-contractors, jobbers and dealers that shall be placed at the project site during the progress of construction shall be approved by the Architect as to size, design and contents.

Should the Owner require the Architect to design movable or fixed pieces of cabinets and other architectural interior (AI) elements, site development plan (SDP) components, urban design elements, and other items of similar nature, the Owner shall pay the Architect in addition to the Architect’s fee.

The cost of their services shall be paid for separately by the Owner and shall not be deducted from the Architect’s fee.

If the work of the Architect is abandoned or suspended in whole or in part, the Owner shall pay the Architect for the services rendered corresponding to the amount due at the stage of suspension or abandonment of the work.

If the Architect renders additional professional services due to changes ordered by the Owner after approval of the Architect’s outputs, the Owner shall pay the Architect for extra time, resources/ drafting, or other office expenses.

An analysis of the space requirements of the project based on organizational structure and functional set-up pinpoints linkages and interaction of spaces. The formulation of the space program will serve as the basis for the development of the architectural plan / design.