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Match the following abbreviations with their meanings:
Match the following abbreviations with their meanings:
PRBoA = Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture SEC = Securities and Exchange Commission RLA = Registered and Licensed Architect SPP = Standards of Professional Practice TSP = Temporary/Special Permit
What is the most appropriate method for selecting an Architect based on?
What is the most appropriate method for selecting an Architect based on?
What is Direct Selection used for?
What is Direct Selection used for?
Relatively small projects
Comparative Selection can only be conducted by individuals.
Comparative Selection can only be conducted by individuals.
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What is one step in the Comparative Selection method?
What is one step in the Comparative Selection method?
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What are Architectural Design Competitions (ADCs) used for?
What are Architectural Design Competitions (ADCs) used for?
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What is an advantage of Architectural Design Competitions?
What is an advantage of Architectural Design Competitions?
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The design competition process is always quick and cheap.
The design competition process is always quick and cheap.
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Study Notes
Key Regulatory Bodies
- PRBoA: Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture governs architectural practices.
- SEC: Securities and Exchange Commission regulates financial entities.
- RLA: Registered and Licensed Architect, a credentialed professional in architecture.
- SPP: Standards of Professional Practice, guidelines for architectural professionals.
- TSP: Temporary/Special Permit, allows limited practice in specific contexts.
Introduction to Architect Selection
- Clients can engage architects through various methods, depending on project complexity.
Scope of Services
- Architect's scope varies with the selection method used.
Methods of Selection
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Direct Selection: Ideal for smaller projects, based on:
- Architect's reputation.
- Acquaintances or recommendations from friends.
- Feedback from former clients and referrals by other architects.
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Comparative Selection: Involves a selection committee for larger projects:
- Invitation: Client issues a request including Terms of Reference (ToR).
- Pre-qualification: Architects submit qualifications and expertise.
- Interview: Architect discusses project methodology.
- Verification: Committee checks previous works and references.
- Evaluation & Ranking: Committee evaluates and ranks submissions.
- Negotiation: Architect discusses scope of services and fees with the client.
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Architectural Design Competition (ADC): Suitable for civic or monumental projects:
- Types of Competitions: Idea, design or design-build competitions.
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Advantages:
- Open to all registered architects and firms.
- Offers diverse design options to the client.
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Disadvantages:
- Can be costly and time-consuming.
- May deter qualified participants due to time investment.
- Risk of clients seeking free services, necessitating clarity on ownership and copyright.
Competition Procedure
- Conduct competitions with help from the integrated and accredited professional organization of architects (IAPOA).
- Follow Architect's Guidelines for proper procedures.
Participants in Competitions
- Sponsor or Client: Can be either natural persons or legal entities.
- Competitors: Registered architects or firms participating in the competition.
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Description
This quiz covers key regulations related to architecture in the Philippines, particularly focusing on the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture, Securities and Exchange Commission, and the Standards of Professional Practice. It includes important notes on how to select an architect as per the Implementing Rules and Regulations of R.A. No. 9266.
