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What role does a Consulting Architect (CA) primarily hold?
What role does a Consulting Architect (CA) primarily hold?
- Registered License Architect and possibly other professions (correct)
- Registered and Licensed Professional in architecture only
- Architect with a temporary license
- An architect without any credentials
What service includes Master Development Planning and Urban Design?
What service includes Master Development Planning and Urban Design?
- Security Evaluation and Planning
- Building Systems Design
- Site and Physical Planning Services (correct)
- Comprehensive Development Planning
Which of the following is NOT a service provided under the Architectural Act of 2004?
Which of the following is NOT a service provided under the Architectural Act of 2004?
- Building Environmental Certification
- Facilities Maintenance Support
- Digital Marketing for Architects (correct)
- Contract Documentation and Review
Which service focuses on the management aspect of architectural practices?
Which service focuses on the management aspect of architectural practices?
What type of planning involves Historic and Cultural Heritage conservation?
What type of planning involves Historic and Cultural Heritage conservation?
What does the term 'Architect' refer to in the context of the Supplemental IRR of R.A.No. 9266?
What does the term 'Architect' refer to in the context of the Supplemental IRR of R.A.No. 9266?
What is the basis for determining the Architect's Fee?
What is the basis for determining the Architect's Fee?
What service is primarily focused on the initial stages of planning and design?
What service is primarily focused on the initial stages of planning and design?
Which service addresses issues that may arise during construction?
Which service addresses issues that may arise during construction?
What should the Owner do if they observe anything that may impair the project?
What should the Owner do if they observe anything that may impair the project?
Which of the following services must be arranged and paid for by the Owner?
Which of the following services must be arranged and paid for by the Owner?
Which of the following is NOT included in the expenses that the Owner must pay?
Which of the following is NOT included in the expenses that the Owner must pay?
What additional services may be recommended by the Architect for the Owner's approval?
What additional services may be recommended by the Architect for the Owner's approval?
What should be included in the investigations necessary for determining soil conditions?
What should be included in the investigations necessary for determining soil conditions?
What type of projects may require specialty systems consulting?
What type of projects may require specialty systems consulting?
What happens if the Architect must render additional services?
What happens if the Architect must render additional services?
What service does a qualified Architect also perform aside from preparing environmental impact assessments?
What service does a qualified Architect also perform aside from preparing environmental impact assessments?
Which component of the Comprehensive Development Plan focuses on road and transit networks?
Which component of the Comprehensive Development Plan focuses on road and transit networks?
Which of the following is considered part of the Economic Component of the scope of services?
Which of the following is considered part of the Economic Component of the scope of services?
Why is the expertise of Specialist Consultants important in Comprehensive Development Planning?
Why is the expertise of Specialist Consultants important in Comprehensive Development Planning?
What type of analysis is NOT specifically mentioned as part of the Architect's responsibilities in Comprehensive Development Planning?
What type of analysis is NOT specifically mentioned as part of the Architect's responsibilities in Comprehensive Development Planning?
The Legal and Administrative Component examines the relationship of development proposals to what?
The Legal and Administrative Component examines the relationship of development proposals to what?
What is the primary focus of the Physical Component in development planning?
What is the primary focus of the Physical Component in development planning?
Which group pertains to housing projects involving multiple residential units?
Which group pertains to housing projects involving multiple residential units?
What characterizes Group 6 projects?
What characterizes Group 6 projects?
What activity is NOT part of the Networking Component in Comprehensive Development Planning?
What activity is NOT part of the Networking Component in Comprehensive Development Planning?
What is a key feature of Group 8 projects?
What is a key feature of Group 8 projects?
In which group would alterations and renovations to existing buildings fall?
In which group would alterations and renovations to existing buildings fall?
What determines the Architect's compensation based on the percentage of Project Construction Cost?
What determines the Architect's compensation based on the percentage of Project Construction Cost?
Which method of compensation is NOT applicable to creative work?
Which method of compensation is NOT applicable to creative work?
What type of work does the 'Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses' method apply to?
What type of work does the 'Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses' method apply to?
What is the main focus of compensation based on the architect's talents and abilities?
What is the main focus of compensation based on the architect's talents and abilities?
What elements are included in the Preliminary up to Detailed Master Development Plans?
What elements are included in the Preliminary up to Detailed Master Development Plans?
Which is NOT part of the responsibilities for preparing master development plans?
Which is NOT part of the responsibilities for preparing master development plans?
What is the role of the Architect in relation to the Owner/Client?
What is the role of the Architect in relation to the Owner/Client?
Which aspect is included in the finalized project plans?
Which aspect is included in the finalized project plans?
What is the purpose of preparing the SPPCC?
What is the purpose of preparing the SPPCC?
Which of the following describes possible fee structures for site and physical planning services?
Which of the following describes possible fee structures for site and physical planning services?
What is one of the key elements concerning vehicular movement in the master development plans?
What is one of the key elements concerning vehicular movement in the master development plans?
Which particular aspect is considered when preparing lot pad elevations?
Which particular aspect is considered when preparing lot pad elevations?
Study Notes
###Â Architecture Act of 2004, Grouped Projects
- Group 6: Projects that involve the use of identical plans and specifications for multiple buildings without changes.
- Group 7: Housing projects that involve the construction of multiple residential units on a single site using one set of plans.
- Group 8: Projects that need extensive detailing in design, including built-in components, equipment, fittings, screens, counters, architectural interiors, and development planning.
- Group 9: Alterations, renovations, rehabilitations, retrofits, and expansions or additions to existing buildings in Groups 1 to 5.
- Group 10: Projects where the Architect is engaged to provide technical advice or opinions.
Architect's Compensation
- Compensation is based on the Architect's skills, experience, and imagination, as well as the type and level of professional services provided.
- 5.1 Percentage (%) of Project Construction Cost (PCC): The Architect's fee is based on the PCC, detailed in the Architect's Guidelines.
- 5.2 Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses: This cost-based method is for non-creative work (e.g., accounting, research), based on technical hours spent, and does not account for creative design.
Owner's Obligations
- Provide necessary information, including title, zoning, utility connections, clearances, and soil investigations.
- Promptly pay for architectural, engineering, and allied services.
- Pay for design and consulting services related to acoustics, communication, electronics, and specialty systems.
- Arrange and pay for legal, auditing, insurance, counseling, and other services necessary for the project.
- Pay for reimbursable expenses and applicable taxes.
- Notify the Architect promptly about anything that may impact the project implementation.
Other Conditions On Services
- 7.1 Architect's Fee: Based on the Project Construction Cost. Additional services require additional compensation.
- 7.2 Other Services: Services like acoustic and illumination engineering, mural painting, sculpting require the Architect's recommendation and the Owner's approval.
Architectural Interior (AI) Services
- 2.6.4 Master Development Plans (PMDPs/ DMDPs): Shows the physical layout of areas, road network, access systems, easements, utility layouts, landscape layout, lot pad elevations, development standards, lot counts, and typology.
- 2.6.5 SPPCC: Represents total physical development.
Site and Physical Planning Services
- 1.1 The Architect can work in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and Consulting Architect for site planning, or solely as Consulting Architect.
- 2.0 The Architect's fee is defined in the Architect's Guidelines.
Comprehensive Development Planning (CDP) Services
- 1.1 If the Architect is qualified in environmental planning, services can include data gathering, preparing environmental impact assessments/statements (EIA/S), and formulating the CDP.
- 1.2 CDP involves detailed analysis of physical, social, economic, and administrative components, requiring specialist consultants.
- 1.3 The Consulting Architect identifies existing land use, resources, social behaviour, undertakes environmental analysis, feasibility studies, examines laws and ordinances, and prepares conceptual plans and policies.
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This quiz explores the key concepts of the Architecture Act of 2004, focusing on grouped projects and architect compensation. Participants will learn about different project groups, criteria, and how architects are compensated based on their services. Test your understanding of architectural regulations and compensation structures.
