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Which of the following is NOT a method of compensation for architects?

Reimbursable expenses

Percentage of the Construction Cost

Hourly rate (correct)

Unit basis

What is the purpose of the recommended schedules prepared by the RAIC in determining appropriate fees for architects?

To assess project complexity

To allocate fees for coordination

To calculate the percentage fee (correct)

To determine the construction cost

What adjustment factors can modify the percentage fee for architects?

Project size

Project duration

Project location

Project complexity (correct)

In some jurisdictions, which services are excluded from the net percentage fee?

Electrical engineering services Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a criterion often used to evaluate proposals?

Project cost Signup and view all the answers

In some instances, the terms and conditions required from a request for proposals (RFP) may not be insurable under professional liability insurance policies. This may result in a possible finding of professional misconduct for the architect who enters into an agreement to provide non-insurable services.

True Signup and view all the answers

Architects should encourage owners to change and improve ambiguous and incomplete RFPs.

True Signup and view all the answers

Architects should not use customized stand-alone agreements developed for the specific use of their own architectural practice.

True Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the purpose of fees paid to an architect?

To generate or create value for the client Signup and view all the answers

What is the ratio of design and construction costs to maintenance costs according to Shanus' work on daylighting?

6%:92% Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for architects to educate clients about the value of architectural services?

To explain how an architect's ideas and knowledge can result in significant increases to the real estate or commercial value of a building Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the architect proposing an appropriate complement of services to the prospective client?

To maintain an appropriate level of professional services Signup and view all the answers

Which method is often the most appropriate for establishing a fee when the final project scope and the full complement of services have not been determined?

Per diem or hourly rate Signup and view all the answers

What is one situation when using a per diem or hourly rate would be appropriate?

When the final project scope and the full complement of services have not been determined Signup and view all the answers

What must be thoroughly understood and agreed upon for the fixed fee method to be used?

All tasks required Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to avoid reducing fees in a competitive environment?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is included in the construction cost?

Reimbursable expenses Signup and view all the answers

What is the construction cost for purposes of establishing the architect’s and consultants’ fees if recycled materials are used?

Cost of all materials and labour necessary to complete the work as if all materials had been new Signup and view all the answers

What is a fixed fee or lump sum or stipulated price?

A sum of money for the performance or provision of specific services Signup and view all the answers

What does the percentage fee for architectural services depend on?

The type of building Signup and view all the answers

Which document provides a full outline of architectural services contemplated for each phase of a design project?

Canadian Standard Form of Contract for Architectural Services Signup and view all the answers

What are additional services as defined in the Definitions and General Conditions of RAIC Document Six?

Services that are not included in the initial contract but are subsequently added with the written agreement of the client and architect Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of preparing a briefing document outlining the types of services a firm has expertise in?

To inform prospective clients about the firm's expertise and services Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach when the required services cannot be identified at the outset of a project?

Work on a per diem basis until the project is better defined Signup and view all the answers

Which organization provides the 'Tariff of Fees for Architectural Services' in British Columbia?

AIBC Signup and view all the answers

Where can the 'Architectural and Engineering Suggested Fee and Scope of Services Reference' be found?

Consulting Architects of Alberta website Signup and view all the answers

Which organization provides the 'Bylaws of the Saskatchewan Association of Architects'?

Saskatchewan Association of Architects Signup and view all the answers

Where can information about 'Determining the Cost of Architectural Services' be found?

Manitoba Association of Architects website Signup and view all the answers

Which organization provides the 'Schedule of Recommended Fees' in New Brunswick?

Architects Association of New Brunswick Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is mentioned but doesn't provide any specific fee information?

Architects Association of Prince Edward Island Signup and view all the answers

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Which of the following is NOT a method of compensation for architects?

What is the purpose of the recommended schedules prepared by the RAIC in determining appropriate fees for architects?

What adjustment factors can modify the percentage fee for architects?

In some jurisdictions, which services are excluded from the net percentage fee?

Which of the following is NOT a criterion often used to evaluate proposals?

Architects should encourage owners to change and improve ambiguous and incomplete RFPs.

Architects should not use customized stand-alone agreements developed for the specific use of their own architectural practice.

According to the text, what is the purpose of fees paid to an architect?

What is the ratio of design and construction costs to maintenance costs according to Shanus' work on daylighting?

Why is it important for architects to educate clients about the value of architectural services?

What is the purpose of the architect proposing an appropriate complement of services to the prospective client?

Which method is often the most appropriate for establishing a fee when the final project scope and the full complement of services have not been determined?

What is one situation when using a per diem or hourly rate would be appropriate?

What must be thoroughly understood and agreed upon for the fixed fee method to be used?

Why is it important to avoid reducing fees in a competitive environment?

Which of the following is included in the construction cost?

What is the construction cost for purposes of establishing the architect’s and consultants’ fees if recycled materials are used?

What is a fixed fee or lump sum or stipulated price?

What does the percentage fee for architectural services depend on?

Which document provides a full outline of architectural services contemplated for each phase of a design project?

What are additional services as defined in the Definitions and General Conditions of RAIC Document Six?

What is the purpose of preparing a briefing document outlining the types of services a firm has expertise in?

What is the recommended approach when the required services cannot be identified at the outset of a project?

Which organization provides the 'Tariff of Fees for Architectural Services' in British Columbia?

Where can the 'Architectural and Engineering Suggested Fee and Scope of Services Reference' be found?

Which organization provides the 'Bylaws of the Saskatchewan Association of Architects'?

Where can information about 'Determining the Cost of Architectural Services' be found?

Which organization provides the 'Schedule of Recommended Fees' in New Brunswick?

Which organization is mentioned but doesn't provide any specific fee information?

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