Standards of Professional Practice for Architects PDF

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 Page |2 TABLE OF CONTENTS: Standards of Professional Practice Architect’s Guidelines Annex A Rule I – Title and Rationale SPP Document 201 Rule II – Method of Compensation SPP Document 202 Rule III – Schedule of Fees SPP Document 203 Rule IV – General Conditions SPP Document 204-A Annex A SPP Document 204-B SPP Document 205 SPP Document 206 SPP Document 207 SPP Document 208 SPP Document 209 Comparison of Old and New Professional Practice Documents: 2006 Code of Ethical Conduct; 1979 Architect’s National Code 2010 SPP for Architects; 2016 Architect’s Guidelines UAP Doc 200 Code of Ethical Conduct UAP Doc 200 Code of Ethical Conduct UAP Doc 201 Pre-design Services SPP Doc 201 Pre-design Services UAP Doc 202 Design Services SPP Doc 202 Regular Design Services UAP Doc 203 Specialized Allied Services SPP Doc 203 Specialized Architectural Services UAP Doc 204 Construction Services SPP Doc 204-A Fulltime Supervision Services SPP Doc 204-B Construction Management Services UAP Doc 205 Post-construction Services SPP Doc 205 Post-Construction Services UAP Doc 206 Comprehensive Architectural Services SPP Doc 206 Comprehensive Architectural Services UAP Doc 207 Design-Build Services SPP Doc 207 Design-Build Services UAP Doc 208 Selection of Architect & Methods of Compensation SPP Doc 208 Architectural Design Competition UAP Doc 209 Competition Code SPP Doc 209 Professional Architectural Consulting Services (PACS) UAP Doc 210 Standard Guidelines on Consulting Services UAP-IAPOA Architect’s Guidelines for Standards of Professional Document 210 Practice (SPP) Compliances Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  Page |3 STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE ANNEX A A. General Definitions 1. State – National Government 2. Standards of Professional Practice (SPP) – from Article V Section 41 of RA 9266 3. Commission – PRC Comment: Remember the difference 4. Board – Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture (PRBoA) between architect and 5. Architect – Registered and Licensed Architect (RLA), natural person with CoR and PIC architecture firm. (renewable every 3 years), can also refer to: CoR means Certificate of Registration and PIC means o Architect-of-Record (AOR) Professional Identification o Architect in charge of Construction (AICC) Card. Mahalang alam mo na yung CoR and PIC, binanggit o Consulting Architect (CA) yan sa RA 9266. 6. Architectural Firm (AF) – only juridical person under Philippine law and jurisprudence o sole proprietorship for individual practice – registered to DTI o professional partnership or architectural corporation – registered with SEC and PRC 7. Professionals – Register0065d and Licensed Professionals (RLPs), natural person with CoR and PIC 8. Client, Owner and Project Proponent – meaning the same 9. Contractor and General Contractor – constructor or builder 10. Bid or Tender – meaning the same B. Acronyms C. General Notes on the Selection of the Architect (part of IRR of RA 9266, replacing the 1979 UAP Doc 208) Comment: 1. Most appropriate method of selecting an architect will depend on the type and Remember na yung last SPP complexity of the project. for Architects ay nung 1979 pa. This 2010 lang naupdate 2. Scope of services also depend on which method of selection is used. and narevise ang SPP 3. Methods of Selection Documents. Not sure if tinatanong pa sa exam pero o Direct Selection – for relatively small project, based on reputation, personal it’s better to be familiar with or recommendations (of former clients or other architects) the previous laws and provisions. o Comparative Selection – conducted by committees of institutions, corporations or public agencies 1. Invitation – client sends invitiation and Terms of Reference based on the Design Brief prepared by another architect. 2. Pre-qualification – Architects or AFs submit qualification information and expertise (i.e. resume or portfolio) 3. Interview – architect explains his design methodology (not design) 4. Verification – client visits architect’s buildings or former clients 5. Evaluation and Ranking – through their own procedure 6. Negotiation – explanation to the client the scope of services and fees (as prescribed under Architect’s Guidelines) o Architectural Design Competition (ADC) – used for civic or monumental projects (idea competition, design competition or design-build competition) - Advantages – open to RLAs and AFs Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  Page |4 - Disadvantages – expensive and time-consuming; may discourage participants; fraud clients/competitions - Procedure – assisted by IAPOA; follows Archt’s Guidelines - Participants – Sponsor/Client; Competitors (RLAs; foreign architects with TSP from PRC, work permit from DOLE and with local counterpart); Professional Adviser (who are RLA and IAPOA members), Jury (at least 5 members, architect & sponsor/client). 4. Methods of Compensation – covered per type of services SPP Document 201 – SPP on Pre-Design Services A. Introduction – expanding services of architect and involving architects in the earliest stages of the project B. Scope of Pre-Design Services – broad line of architectural services a. Consultation – i. oral/written advices and direction of contemplated projects ii. attend conferences of contemplated projects iii. evaluations and appraisals of contemplated projects b. Pre-feasibility Studies – preliminary studies with secondary data; i. procurement, analysis and use of secondary data for early decision-making of the client c. Feasibility Studies – involves primary data; analysis of pre-feasibility studies i. forecasting the performance of the project over time by gathering and analyzing primary data d. Site Selection and Analysis i. formulation of site criteria ii. assistance in site evaluation iii. determination of the most appropriate site e. Site Utilization and Land-Use Studies i. identification of site’s potentials and utilization considering the surrounding area and development controls f. Architectural Research i. conducting and assembling primary and secondary researches g. Architectural Programming i. analytical problem-seeking process to produce a statement and solution ii. space program with characteristics of the spaces, cost etc. h. Space Planning i. sizing, configuration and assembling of spaces (done with primary data gathering such as interviews, consultations, interfaces, FGDs, space planning surveys, space audit etc.) i. Space Management Studies i. analysis of the space requirements of the project ii. formulating space program to be the basis of architectural design/plan j. Value Management Studies – applied in the cost management studies i. achieving an unimpaired program, system or design at minimum cost with same performance k. Design Brief Preparation Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  Page |5 i. stating the Terms of Reference (ToR) including concepts, objectives and other requirements to bid out architectural services l. Promotional Services – used for developing and generating financial support and acceptance from governing agencies or public i. architect acts as an agent by conducting and coordinating activities for the promotion of the project (professional representative of the owner) C. Manner of Providing Services a. After initial meeting/conversation/correspondence with the Client, the architect submits proposal for the pre-design services stating: (1) scope of work, (2) manner of payment, (3) owner’s responsibilities and (4) other conditions b. Rendering services by: i. as individual architect ii. own staff (an architect with as staff with specialization?) iii. association, consultation or networking (consultation to other firms, under extended terms of the owner-architect agreement) D. Method of Compensation – compensation for pre-design services may be based on one or more of the following: a. Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses – applicable only to non-creative works (accounting, secretarial, research, data gathering, preparation of reports etc.) o based on technical hours spent, not creative work Direct Cost = AN + CN + TN - A = Architect’s Rate/Hour - C = Consultant’s Rate/Hour - T = Technical Staff or Researchers’ Rate/Hour - AN, CN, TN = rate x number of hours worked Fee = Direct Cost x M - M = Multiplier for head and reasonable profit (1.5 to 2.5 depending on architect’s setup, expertise and complexity of the project) Total Cost of Service Chargeable = Fee + R R = reimbursable expenses such as housing, transportation - and living allowance of consultants or technical staff (if assigned to places over 100km from the area of operation), cost of printing - of extra set of drawings, overseas and long distance calls, technical or laboratory tests, licenses, fees, taxes and similar cost items needed by the project. b. Professional Fee + Expenses – frequently used in continuous series of projects Total Cost of Service Chargeable = Fixed Sum + Reimbursement o Fixed Sum = professional fee c. Lump Sum or Fixed Fee – may be for government projects due to paperwork and time-consuming. d. Per Diem (per day), Honorarium + Reimbursable Expenses – examples are (1) attending project-related meetings, conferences or trips, (2) conducting ocular Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  Page |6 inspection of possible project sites, (3) conferring with others regarding prospective investments or ventures and the likes. Total Payment = Per Diem/Honorarium + Reimbursement o Per Diem – per day payment o Honorarium – voluntary payment (no charge was set) o Reimbursement – out-of-pocket expenses such as travel, accommodations and subsistence e. Mixed Methods of Compensation – take note, it can be more than one method of compensation for one project SPP Document 202 – SPP on Regular Design Services A. Applicability a. applicable to individual (RLAs) and group practice (sole proprietorship, partnership or corporation) b. applicable to foreign architects complying with Section 38 of RA 9266, board resolutions etc. Requirements are: i. Temporary/Special Permit (TSP) from PRC and DOLE ii. Work Permit from DOLE iii. local counterpart who is RLA c. not applicable to BPO and KPO providing services for overseas clients unless they are registered architectural firms d. outputs discussed here can be increased/expanded e. In regular practice, i. architects act as an adviser and/or representative and translates the owner’s requirements ii. regular services start at the project inception, from analysis and study of the owner’s needs, preparation for the instruments of the service and supervision during project implementation, and ends only in the turn-over of the completed project to the owner B. Scope of Services a. Project Definition Phase – owner defines the project requirements; architects inform about the technical requirements and the professional fees: i. consult and confirm the conceptual framework and related requirements ii. gathering relevant information and data for project definition including scope of architect’s work iii. refining space requirements and translating into an architectural program iv. prepares initial probable construction cost b. Schematic Design Phase – preparation of schematic design studies from Project Definition Phase leading to conceptual plans (meaning schematic and conceptual drawings) i. evaluation of owner’s program, schedule, budget, site and delivery methods ii. prepares initial line drawings showing design solutions and general description (for approval of the owner) iii. submits Statement of the Probable Project Construction Cost (SPPCC) based on current cost parameters Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  Page |7 c. Design Development Phase – preparation of drawings from approved schematics and conceptual plans i. Design Development documents (plans, elevations, section and other drawings) ii. 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 communication systems. iii. diagrammatic layout of construction systems iv. updated SPPCC d. Contract Document Phase – preparation of drawings from approved Design Development Documents i. preparation of complete contract documents (involving the preparations of the other professionals) ii. Technical Specifications for the type and quality of the materials, finish, manner of construction and general conditions iii. submits 7 sets of construction drawings and technical specifications for the purpose of building permit iv. updated SPPCC v. assists owner in filing the required documents e. Bidding or Negotiation Phase i. In this phase, the architect must: o preparation of the bid documents such as forms for contract letting, documents for construction, forms for invitation and instruction to bidders, forms for bidder’s proposals, general /specific conditions of contract, etc. o assists the Owner from the early stage of establishing a list of prospective contractors to awarding of the construction contract ii. For competitive bids/procurements, the architect: o furnishes complete set of bid documents for as many bidders as possible - documents are loaned to bidders at appropriate amount - bid documents are intellectual property, returned (a bond may be required), reproduction is not allowed - documents used by the purpose agreed with the owner o helps in organizing and conducting pre-bid conference o responds to questions from bidders o assists owner in getting the proposals from contractors, analyzes bid results and prepares abstract of bids, notice of award, notice to proceed and other construction contracts. iii. For negotiated contracts, similar functions as with competitive bidding but negotiated only with one contractor f. Construction Phase – architects do the following: i. decision making on claims of the owner and contractor on execution, progress of interpretation of construction documents ii. prepares change orders, gathers and turns over to the Owner written guarantee required of the Contractor and Sub-Contractors. iii. periodic visits to the project site for inspection of progress, quality and compliance to the contract documents Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  Page |8 o note: architect is not required to supervise on 8-hour on-site and shall not be responsible for the failures of contractor to carry-out the contract documents. o note: architect reports defects and deficiencies in the work of contractor and shall condemn failures to conform to the contract documents iv. determine the amount owing and due to the contractor, issues Certificates of Payment o Certificates of Payment – certification to the Client that the work progressed, sufficient and in accordance to the contract documents (to the architect’s best knowledge) v. for full-time supervision, separate full-time supervisor must be hired and agreed upon by the Owner and the Architect (complying to the SPP Document on Full-Time Supervision). If not separate, the services and fees shall comply separately to the SPP Document on Full-Time Supervision. C. Manner of Providing Services a. Single Contract – between architect and owner with sub-consultancy contracts between the architect and other allied professionals b. Separate Contract – separate contracts between architects, engineers and allied professionals to the owner i. Note: professional and civil liabilities of each State-regulated professional remain separate in both contracts. D. Project Classification – based on these groupings, the scale of charges shall be prescribed in the Architect’s Guidelines. 1. Group 1 – simplest utilization and character such as: i. Armories, Bakeries, Habitable Agricultural Buildings, Freight Facilities, Hangars, Industrial Buildings, Manufacturing/Industrial Plants, Parking Structures, Printing Plants, Public Markets, Service Garages, Simple Loft- Type Buildings, Warehouses, Packaging and Processing Plants, other similar utilization b. Group 2 – moderate complexity of plan or design such as: i. Art galleries; Exhibition Halls & Display Structures; Showrooms/Service Centers ii. Banks Exchange and other Buildings; Financial Institutions; Comment: iii. Bowlodromes; Park, Playground and Open-Air Recreational Facilities; Private To remember Group 1 structures, remember that the structures do not Clubs; Race Tracks have any interior walls or partitions. iv. Call Centers; Office Buildings/Office Condominium; Publishing Plants v. Churches and Religious Facilities; Convents, Monasteries and Seminaries vi. City/Town Halls and Civic Centers; Correctional and Detention Facilities; Court Houses/Hall of Justice; Fire Stations; Libraries; Police Stations; Postal Facilities; vii. College Buildings; Schools viii. Dormitories; Motels and Apartels; Multi-storey Apartments; Residential Condominiums; Services Apartments; ix. Nursing Homes; Welfare Buildings x. Laundries and Cleaning Facilities; Malls and Mall Complexes; Restaurants/Fastfood Stores; Retail/Wholesale Stores; Shopping Centers; Specialty Shops; Super Markets/Hyper-markets Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  Page |9 xi. Mixed-use Buildings c. Group 3 – exceptional character and complexity of plan or design such as: i. Aquariums; Marinas and Resort Complexes; ii. Nuclear Facilities; Laboratories and Testing Facilities; Research Facilities iii. Auditoriums; Gymnasiums; Observatories; Stadia; Theaters and Similar Facilities iv. Airports/Wet & Dry Port Terminals; Transportation Facilities and Systems v. Breweries; Cold Storage Facilities vi. Telecommunication Buildings vii. Hospitals and Medical Buildings; Medical Arts Offices & Clinics; Mental Institutions; Public Health Centers; Veterinary Hospitals viii. Hotels ix. Mortuaries d. Group 4 – Residences (single-detached; single-attached or duplex; rowhouses or shophouses, small apartment houses and townhouses) e. Group 5 – monumental buildings and other facilities such as: i. Exposition & Fair Buildings; Mausoleums, Memorials and Monuments; Specialized decorative buildings; Museums; Buildings of Similar nature or use f. Group 6 – repetitive projects (contract drawings are reused for repetitive construction without amending the drawing and specifications) g. Group 7 – housing projects (construction of several residential units on single site) with use of one (1) set of plans or design, specifications and related documents h. Group 8 – extensive detail projects such as: i. built-in components or elements, built-in equipment, special fittings, screens, counters, architectural interiors (AI) and development planning and/or design i. Group 9 – alterations, renovations, rehabilitations, retrofit and expansion/additions to existing buildings belonging to Group 1 to 5 j. Group 10 – engaged in rendering opinion or give advice, clarifications or explanation on technical matters pertaining to architectural works. E. Method of Compensation – can be one or more of the following: a. Percentage (%) of the Project Construction Cost (PCC) – detailed in Architect’s Guidelines b. Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses – applicable only to non-creative works (accounting, secretarial, research, data gathering, preparation of reports etc.) o based on technical hours spent, not creative work Direct Cost = AN + CN + TN - A = Architect’s Rate/Hour - C = Consultant’s Rate/Hour - T = Technical Staff or Researchers’ Rate/Hour - AN, CN, TN = rate x number of hours worked Fee = Direct Cost x M - M = Multiplier for head and reasonable profit (1.5 to 2.5 depending on architect’s setup, expertise and complexity of the project) Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  P a g e | 10 Total Cost of Service Chargeable = Fee + R R = reimbursable expenses such as housing, transportation - and living allowance of consultants or technical staff (if assigned to places over 100km from the area of operation), cost of printing of extra set of drawings, overseas and long distance calls, technical or laboratory tests, licenses, fees, taxes and similar cost items needed by the project. c. Professional Fee + Expenses – frequently used in continuous series of projects Total Cost of Service Chargeable = Fixed Sum + Reimbursement o Fixed Sum = professional fee d. Lump Sum or Fixed Fee – may be for government projects due to paperwork and time-consuming. e. Per Diem (per day), Honorarium + Reimbursable Expenses – examples are (1) attending project-related meetings, conferences or trips, (2) conducting ocular inspection of possible project sites, (3) conferring with others regarding prospective investments or ventures and the likes. Total Payment = Per Diem/Honorarium + Reimbursement o Per Diem – per day payment o Honorarium – voluntary payment (no charge was set) o Reimbursement – out-of-pocket expenses such as travel, accommodations and subsistence f. Mixed Methods of Compensation – take note, it can be more than one method of compensation for one project F. Owner’s Responsibilities a. provide full information as to his requirements for the Project b. when necessary, designate a representative authorized on his behalf c. prompt examination and decisions pertaining to documents to avoid unreasonable delay. The owner should issue orders to the General Contractor only through the architect. d. furnish or direct the architect (at owner’s expense) to: i. obtain complete and adequate survey of the site and its utilities ii. zoning compliances, clearances, deed/s of restrictions, encumbrances and annotations to titles, association guidelines and standards, iii. and soil investigations/tests, borings and test pits necessary for determining soil and sub-soil conditions e. prompt payment to the professionals f. pay for the design & consulting services (acoustics, communication, electronic and other specialty systems) g. arrange and pay for required legal, auditing, insurance, counseling & other services h. pay for reimbursable expenses in the project in Section 7 i.e. taxes or VAT i. prompt notice about anything that may impair the project implementation G. Other Conditions on Services a. Conditions for the Architect’s Fee – based on Project Construction Cost. Additional service is additional compensation. Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  P a g e | 11 b. Other Services – acoustic and illumination engineers/specialists, mural painters, sculptors, and other service providers as recommended by the architect i. must be approved by the owner ii. cost includes the service fees of the specialists + coordination fee (for the architect) c. Scale Models, 3D Models and Walk-Thru Presentations – if necessary, architect recommends while the owner approves i. fee includes the service fee + coordination fee (for the architect) d. Per Diem and Travelling Expenses – “Per diem + living + travel expenses” chargeable to the owner under the following conditions: i. the performed services is more than 50km from established architect’s office (from his letterhead) e. Extra Sets of Contract Documents – owner pays for additional set of contract documents f. Change/s Ordered by the Owner – if additional professional services due to changes ordered by owner after approval, owner pays for the extra time, resources/drafting, or other expenses. g. Work Suspended or Abandoned – payment corresponds to the amount due at the stage of suspension or abandonment of the work o note: once the architect prepared architectural plans/designs, specifications and other construction documents for the General Contractor, he has completed the Detailed Design and Contract Documents Phase of his services, which is equivalent to 90% of his work. If the owner fails to implement the project, the architect is entitled to receive 90% of the Architect’s fee. h. Different Periods of Construction o If construction period is increased (portions are erected at different periods of time), charges pertaining to services rendered during the construction phase shall be adjusted proportionately. When construction is suspended for more than 6 months, the fee for the remaining works shall be doubled. i. Services of Specialist Consultants – If owner requires services of specialist consultants, they shall be engaged with the consent of the Architect, and with separate fee from the architect’s fee. j. Separate Services – the following services shall be compensated separately based on SPP Document 203: i. design of movable or fixed pieces of cabinets and other architectural interior (AI) elements ii. site development plan (SDP) iii. urban design elements iv. other items of similar nature k. Fulltime Construction Supervision – recommended by the Architect and approved by the Owner, full-time construction supervisors will be paid by the Owner i. If no Project / Construction Manager is present, the full-time construction supervisor shall be under the technical control and supervision of the Architect (with periodic report to the owner and the architect) Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  P a g e | 12 l. Estimates – any SPPCC or any Cost Estimate submitted by the Architect can attain only a certain degree of accuracy and without professional responsibility unless glaring errors or discrepancies are clearly evident. m. Government Taxes and Services – Architect’s Fee is a net amount (inclusive of any tax from the national/LGUs imposed on the architect but exclusive of income tax) n. Ownership of Documents – all drawings and contract documents signed and sealed are intellectual property and documents of the Architect (implemented or not), not to be reproduced or used in other work unless under written agreement with the Architect (Section 33 of RA 9266) o. Cost Records i. During construction, owner shall furnish the Architect a copy of the records of expenses incurred ii. After construction, 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 p. Design and Placement of Signs i. size, design and contents of all signboards of the contractors, jobbers, dealers placed at the site during construction – for approval of the architect ii. size and design of all signboards, letterings, directories and display boards placed on the exterior or public areas attached to the building project shall be consulted to the architect (for safety and aesthetics) q. Project Construction Cost (PCC) – cost of the completed building including: i. structure, plumbing/sanitary and electrical fixtures, mechanical equipment, elevators, escalators, air-conditioning system, fire protection system, alarm and clock system ii. cost of materials and labor for other items such as architectural interiors (AI) and site development plan elements iii. excluding professional and consultancy fees iv. NOTE: cost of materials and labor shall be computed on current/fair market value (even if furnished by the owner below its market cost) r. Project Development Cost (PDC) – PCC + all professional fees and other fees (i.e. permits, clearances and utilities, site acquisition cost etc.) SPP Document 203 – SPP on Specialized Architectural Services A. Introduction – time and technology made specialized services; architectural services is blending of creativity and technology; specialized architectural services deals with enhancing architectural interiors and exterior components; architect’s responsibility to enhance lives and adhere to standards; architectural plan and design is under SPP Document 202; o Design services under specialized architectural services: i. Architectural Interiors (AI), Acoustic Design, Architectural Lighting and Layout Design, ii. Site Development Planning (SDP), Site and Physical Planning Services (including Master Development Plan, Subdivision Planning and Urban Design), Comprehensive Development Planning, Historic and Cultural Heritage Conservation and Planning, Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  P a g e | 13 iii. Security Evaluation and Planning, Facilities Maintenance Support, Building Systems Design, Building Testing and Commissioning, Building Environment Certification iv. Forensic Architecture, Building Appraisal, Structural Conceptualization, Preliminary Services, Contract Documentation and Review, Post-Design Services (including Construction Management Services), Dispute Avoidance and Resolution, Architectural Research Methods, Special Building/Facility Planning and Design, Building Components, Management of Architectural Comment: Practices As of 2021, there is no o Consulting Architect (CA) – only RLAs who may have another professional license or program for issuing “specialist certificates”. may have a valid specialist certificate issued by PRBoA, IAPOA or PRC o For SPP Document 203, “Architect” refers to “Consulting Architect” B. Architectural Interiors (AI) – detailed planning and design of the indoor/enclosed areas of any proposed building/structure, including retrofit, renovation, rehabilitation or expansion of work which shall cover all architectural and utility aspects, including architectural lay- outing of all building engineering systems i. Note: Architect undertaking professional Architectural Interior Services must be sufficiently experienced in the planning and detailing of AI elements o Scope of Services – architect develops the design by determining the size and interrelationship of interior spaces, laying out the furniture, movables, equipment, built-ins and fixtures to support the required activities, thus making both the exterior and interior spaces contribute to the total concept. The design of the architectural interiors (AI) contribute to the physical, visual, intellectual and emotional comforts of the intended end-users. As an architectural interiors specialist, the Architect: i. prescribes space plans, stacking diagram/sections and computations of areas for the different activities and spaces to be integrated in a building project. ii. lays out and prescribe furniture/built-ins/equipment for the project and prepares specifications of AI components including all floor/wall/ceiling finishes, doors and partition systems, hardware, modular or ready- assembled furniture pieces/systems, equipment, furnishings, built-ins, fixtures, signages and graphic devices. iii. assists the client in conducting bids or negotiations with contractors, subcontractors and suppliers of materials, furniture, equipment, fixtures etc. iv. checks/approves samples of materials and shop drawings of AI components v. reviews and approves billings of AI components vi. conducts final inspection and approves installed AI components etc. o Manner of Providing Services – contract with the owner may be two ways: i. working in dual capacity as Architect-of-Record and as Consulting Architect ii. working as a Consulting Architect only o Method of Compensation – shall be in accordance with Architect’s Guidelines i. For extensive detailing of AI components (such as custom floor, wall, ceiling construction and finishes, cabinet design, built-in components, equipment and special fittings), Architect’s fee shall be percentage of AI work total cost. Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  P a g e | 14 ii. The fee for Engineering and/or Specialist Consultants (SCs) working with the architect or hired separately by the client, the fee shall be separate from the architect’s fee. C. Acoustic Design Services – involving detailed planning and design to control sound transmission considering the architectural concept and project requirements (in cooperation with the Architect which is the prime professional hired by the owner). o Scope of Services - the consulting architect for acoustic design services shall: i. prepare drawings and specifications for acoustic design, treatment, sound control & reinforcement, sound absorption, reflectance, insulation etc. ii. assists the owner/client in bidding out the work or in negotiating with a specialty sub-contractor iii. checks and approves samples of materials and equipment iv. conducts final inspection of work and equipment v. assists owner/client in evaluating the amount due the subcontractor. o Manner of Providing Services – architect can enter the contract with owner in two possible ways: i. working in dual capacity as Architect-of-Record and as Consulting Architect ii. working as a Consulting Architect only o Methods of Compensation – architect’s fee depends on the complexity of the project and based on Architect’s Guidelines, Specialist Consultants (SCs) hired by the owner shall be paid separately D. Architectural Lighting Layout and Design – detailed planning and design of light transmission, timing and control for compatibility with the architectural concept. o Scope of Services – as a specialist for lighting, the architect must: i. prepares the drawings and specifications for lighting design, illumination, fixture placement, efficiency, energy considerations etc. ii. assists the owner/client in bidding or negotiation w/ specialty subcontractor iii. checks and approves samples of materials and fixtures iv. conducts final inspection of work and fixtures v. assists owner/client in evaluating the amount due to the sub-contractor o Manner of Providing Services: i. working in dual capacity as Architect-of-Record and as Consulting Architect ii. working as a Consulting Architect only o Methods of Compensation – architect’s fee depends on the complexity of the project and based on Architect’s Guidelines, Specialist Consultants (SCs) hired by the owner shall be paid separately (“Cost of the Work” is total cost of fixtures and accessories installed) E. Site Development Planning (SDP) Services – buildings and the host environment shall act as one, considering the relationships of the surrounding areas. Ordinarily, the landscaping layout of small building projects could be done by an Architects as part of the SDP design. For large scale, the Architect must hire other RLPs as qualified Specialist Consultants (SCs). o Scope of Services – the building design must complement the design of the surroundings appropriately. For the well-balanced design of the environment of a building, the Specialist Architect must: i. conceptualize the entire site development plan (SDP) including generic scope of civil works and the general scope of softscape and hardscape ii. conceptualize the specifications for the needed civil works and utility lines. Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  P a g e | 15 iii. assists client in bidding or negotiating with landscape, waterscape, rock formation contractors, etc. but mainly when no SC is available. o Manner of Providing Services: i. working in dual capacity as Architect-of-Record and as Consulting Architect ii. working as a Consulting Architect only o Manner of Compensation i. Architect’s Fee (as SC) – depend on the estimated cost of the civil works and landscaping works i.e. hardscape and softscape, depending on the magnitude and complexity of the project, and in accordance to the Architect’s Guidelines. Take note: the fee increases if the architect is also an RLP (such as Landscape Architect) and suitably experienced. ii. If owner hires separate Landscape Architect, the Specialist Consultant shall be separately paid. F. Site and Physical Planning (including Master Development Planning, Subdivision Planning, and Urban Design Planning) Services o Introduction i. Physical Planning – orderly arrangement of vertical structures, horizontal developments like ROWs, open spaces and activity spaces, considering the immediate surroundings, interrelationship of structures and the impact on the neighboring areas. ii. Physical planning is beyond the study of human behavior and activities and must undertake an in-depth study of the host site’s economic systems, laws and regulations, tax structure, infrastructure, utilities and all other components. o Scope of the Project i. All the ideas and concepts must be translated into physical plans (multi- dimensional view to a 2-dimensional physical plan). The architect becomes the logical prime professional directing the team with the required physical planning work. ii. Physical planning is concerned with the general quality of the settings for people and their activities, composite arrangement of buildings and their requisite amenities, facilities, services and utilities. iii. The Architect (as SC) will act as the Lead Professional when other services is required for the project (performed by other professionals) such as environmental studies, feasibility studies, market analysis, access/movement systems, impact analysis and others iv. Depending on the complexity of the project, the Architect (SC) may hire additional (SCs) for additional expert advice and must be separately paid by the owner. v. When the Architect (SC) is commissioned to do physical planning for buildings sites such as Industrial Estates, Commercial, Religious, Institutional and Government/Civic Centers, Sports Complexes, Tourist Centers/Tourism Estates/Resorts, Amusement Parks, Educational Facilities, Residential and Housing Subdivisions and the like, the Architect (SC): 1. confers with the owner/client on project requirements, secure primary and secondary data to generate reliable projects and analyses for the basis of the physical plans/designs Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  P a g e | 16 2. examines laws, ordinances, rules and regulations affecting the project (such as codes searches) and considers the best industry practice applicable 3. prepares framework and conceptual master development plans (FRDPs and CMDPs) and report/s from relevant information gathered by other disciplines. 4. prepares Preliminary up to Detailed Master Development Plans (PMDPs/DMDPs) showing the physical layout/distribution of areas, road network/s, vehicular and pedestrian movement/access systems, legal easements, basic utility layouts/corridors, landscape layouts, lot pad elevations, lot primacy matrices, deed of restrictions (DoR), development standards and guidelines (DSG), lot counts and typology, land use tabulations, building footprints, roof-prints, basement level-prints, view corridors, building cast shadow projections and/or reflected light/hear projections from buildings, etc. and presents the same to the Owner/Client, the Government and at public consultations as needed. 5. prepares the SPPCC for the total physical development. 6. undertakes modifications, revision and changes as required by the owner and the project within the engagement period 7. prepares the finalized plans, reports and specifications needed for the approval by Owner/Client or proper government agencies concerned. 8. prepares the phasing of the project with the concurrence of the owner/client. 9. prepares Project Cost Estimates (PCE) based on current cost parameters. o Manner of Providing Services i. working in dual capacity as Architect-of-Record and as Consulting Architect ii. working as a Consulting Architect only o Manner of Compensation – in accordance with the Architect’s Guidelines G. Comprehensive Development Planning (CDP) Services o based on the concept of expanded physical planning services handling the components for a Master Development Plan (from primary data gathering, formulation of MDP and preparation of the Environmental Impact Assessment/Statement) o CDP services may emphasize on the non-physical/non-engineering components of the development plan (financial, economic/market demand/forecast etc.) In contrast, MDP services represent the physical planning and engineering components of the development plan which is the translation of the initial efforts in the CDP. o Architects for these services must be suitably trained and experienced because it cuts across various disciplines. o The Consulting Architect for this service considers the environment, an architect (particularly if also a EnP) with commitment, suitable training and experience, is qualified to lead the team offering CDP Services. o Scope of Services i. If the Architect is qualified and also an Environmental Planner, the services may include: Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  P a g e | 17 1. Physical Component – land use and the changes in the physical environment (represented mainly MDP) 2. Economic Component – nation’s assets and its management. 3. Socio-Cultural Component – people, living conditions and the seeking ways to ameliorate it. 4. Transport Component – road and transit networks, land-sea-air linkages, the movement of people and goods. 5. Legal and Administrative – relationship of the development proposals and policies to existing laws. ii. Comprehensive Development Planning calls for the detailed study of physical, social, economic and administrative components and as such requires the expertise and knowledge of Specialist Consultants (SCs) iii. When an architect is commissioned to do a Comprehensive Development Planning effort, he performs the following: 1. Identifies existing land use, resources, social behavior and interaction 2. Undertakes environmental analysis, demographic analysis and feasibility studies 3. Examines existing laws, ordinances, political/social constraints; 4. Prepares the conceptual development plans, policies, implementing strategies to arrive at the desired comprehensive and/or master planning solution/s. o Manner of Providing Services – contract can be in two possible ways: i. working in dual capacity as Architect-of-Record and as Consulting Architect ii. working as a Consulting Architect only o Manner of Compensation – two options: i. through man-months (for example, 22-man-days x 8-man hours and multiplied by a factor) ii. as prescribed by the Architect’s Guidelines H. Historic and Heritage Conservation Planning o The suitably trained and experienced Consulting Architect in this area of architectural practice provides research, assessment, recording, management, interpretation and conservation of historical heritage. I. Security and Evaluation and Planning o The Consulting Architect in this area of practices arranges and formulates methods of rating and ascertaining the value of structures or facilities which must be fully secured, kept safe, protected, assured, guaranteed and provided sufficient safeguards for the conduct of any work or activity. J. Building Systems Design o The Architect in this area of practice engages in methods of producing building components in a highly engineered, efficient and cost-effective manner, particularly for residential and commercial applications. K. Facilities and Maintenance Support o 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. L. Building Testing and Commissioning Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  P a g e | 18 o The Architect in this area of practice recommends the systematic process of ensuring that a building/structure’s array of systems is planned, designed, installed and tested to perform according to the design intent and the building’s operational needs. If the building materials, equipment and systems are not installed properly or are not operating as intended, the effectiveness, efficiency, productivity and other benefits of high-performance plans/designs will not be achieved. M. Building Environment Certification o A building environment rating system is needed to evaluate the environmental performance of a building and to encourage market migration towards sustainable design. The rating system must be: i. credit-based, allowing projects to earn points for environmentally-friendly use of the building/structure and actions taken during planning, design, construction and occupancy. ii. flexible, such that projects need not meet identical requirements to qualify. iii. consensus-based and market-driven, in order to accelerate the development and implementation of green building practices o The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic knowledge of Green Architecture and Environmental and/or Sustainable Design and sufficient knowledge of the governing environmental laws and environmental investigation processes and procedures under international protocols such as the Philippine Solid Waste, Clean Air and Clean Water Acts, DENR Administrative issuances and the like. N. Forensic Architecture o The Architect in this area of practice undertakes a scientific study on the built environment’s well-being, which allows the Architect to focus on the ways in which the building/structure can best maintain itself and prolong its life in a cost-efficient manner, and finally provide recommendations to the Owner/Client. The forensic study may include: i. determination as to the causes of building, building component and/or building material deterioration ii. the causes of observed building deficiencies (example: non-compliance with planning and building laws, deviations from original use or function of spaces). iii. research on possible faulty activities and operations during the project implementation phase. iv. determination of faulty plan/design and/or construction methodology O. Building Appraisal o Appraisal is defined as an act or process or estimating value. The Consulting Architect in this area of practice places value on the building/structure condition and defects, and on its repair and maintenance, including the required improvements. P. Structural Conceptualization o The Architect in this area of practice conceives, chooses and develops the type, disposition, arrangement and proportioning of the structural elements of an architectural work, giving due considerations to safety, cost-effectiveness, functionality and aesthetics Q. Preliminary Services Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  P a g e | 19 o The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more than basic knowledge of Site Analysis, Space Planning and Management, Architectural Programming and the other services under SPP Document 201. R. Contract Documentation and Review Services o The Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic knowledge of Specification Writing, Estimation and Quantity Survey, Architectural Production, Architectural Software, Architectural Support Services and Contract Document Review. S. Post-Design Services (including Construction Services) o The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic knowledge of Pre-Construction, Construction, Post-Construction and the other services under SPP Document 204, 206 and 207. o Included under this Specialized Practice is the preparation of the Fire Safety and Life Assessment Report (FALAR) required by R.A. No. 9514, the 2008 Fire Code of the Philippines and its 2009 IRR (or 2019 RIRR). T. Dispute Avoidance and Resolution o The Architect in this area or practice must have much more than the basic knowledge of the various modes of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) prescribed under R.A. No. 9285, the ADR Act of 2004 and its IRR (examples: Construction Arbitration, Mediation and Conciliation, Negotiation and of Contract Administration, Quality Surveys, Appraisals and Adjustments and Expert Testimony. An Architect specializing in ADR must preferably be State-accredited. U. Architectural Research Methods o The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic knowledge of Research Methods, Philippine Architecture and its History, Architectural Materials and Finishes, Building Types and Standards, Architectural Design Trends, Architectural Writing and Architectural Photography. V. Special Building/Facility Planning and Design o The Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic knowledge of the Planning and Design Processes required for Housing Developments, Recreational and Tourism Estates, Health Care and Hospitality Facilities, Transportation and Telecommunications Facilities, Production and Extractive Facilities, Utility-related Developments, Secure Facilities, Business and Industrial Parks, Economic Zones and Community Architecture and the like. W. Building Components o The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic knowledge of Building Materials and Finishes, Construction Methodologies, Building Envelopes including cladding and roofing systems, Architectural Fenestrations and Architectural Hardware, Fixtures and Fittings. X. Management of Architectural Practices o The Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic knowledge of the Types of Architectural Office Operations, Architectural Office Management, Accounting/Finance/Taxation/Audit, Labor Code, Architectural Marketing and Project Development, Proposals, Negotiations/Contracts, Contract Administration, File Management and Limitations of Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and Knowledge Process Outsourcing (KPO) Operations. Y. General Notes: Method of Compensation for Specialized Architectural Services Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  P a g e | 20 o Compensation for the foregoing specialized architectural services, all of which may be classified as additional or extra services, shall be i. through man-months (i.e. 22 man-days multiplied by 8 man-hours, and multiplied by a factor to cover other direct and indirect costs e.g. overhead, etc.) ii. through any other applicable mode of determination of the Architect’s fee as stated in Doc. 201, Doc. 202 and the Architect’s Guidelines. SPP Document 204-A – SPP on Fulltime Supervision Services A. Introduction – o For 50 years, four principal members in the design and construction process – the owner, the Architect and SCs, the Contractor and the Supervision Group. o The Architect-in-charge of Construction (AICC) – directly and professionally responsible for the supervision of the project. o For manageable projects, the Architect is then assisted by a construction inspector, traditionally called Clerk-of-Works. As projects become more complex, a construction supervision group becomes necessary for fulltime inspection. o The Construction Supervision Group (CSG) is normally recommended by the Architect and hired by the Owner. They report both to the owner and the architect. B. Scope of Services – Quality Control, Evaluation of Construction Work, Preparation of Daily Inspection Reports, Filing of Documents (detailed task specified under the Architect’s Guidelines) C. Manner of Providing Services – two possible ways of contract: o working in a dual capacity as the Architect-of-Record and as a Consulting Architect (CA) for fulltime supervision services or as the Construction Supervision Group (CSG) i. The Architect-of-Record is preferable to interpret his drawings. He can assign staff for the fulltime supervisory work. o working as Consulting Architect (CA) for fulltime supervision services only D. Method of Compensation – compensation may be provided in one or more of the following: o Percentage (%) of Project Construction Cost (PCC) – detailed in Archt’s Guidelines o Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses – applicable only to non-creative works (accounting, secretarial, research, data gathering, preparation of reports etc.) At the start of the commission, the Architect shall inform the owner about the rate of professionals and personnel before agreeing to this method of compensation: 1. based on technical hours spent, not creative work Direct Cost = AN + CN + TN a. A = Architect’s Rate/Hour b. C = Consultant’s Rate/Hour c. T = Technical Staff or Researchers’ Rate/Hour d. AN, CN, TN = rate x number of hours worked Fee = Direct Cost x M e. M = Multiplier for head and reasonable profit (1.5 to 2.5 depending on architect’s setup, expertise and complexity of the project) Total Cost of Service Chargeable = Fee + R Click here to jump: support our endeavor to help aspiring architects, like and follow SPP Document 201, 202, 203, 204-A, 204-B, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 www.facebook.com/tapnatser Architect’s Guidelines: Rule I, Rule II, Rule III, Rule IV, Annex A https://www.youtube.com/c/ArkiTAPS  P a g e | 21 f. R = reimbursable expenses such as housing, transportation and living allowance of consultants or technical staff (if assigned to places over 100km from the area of operation), cost of printing of extra set of drawings (over 7 copies submitted), overseas and long distance calls, technical or laboratory tests, licenses, fees, taxes and similar cost items needed by the project. o Professional Fee + Expenses – frequently used in continuous series of projects Total Cost of Service Chargeable = Fixed Sum + Reimbursement 1. Fixed Sum = professional fee o Lump Sum or Fixed Fee – may be for government projects due to paperwork and time-consuming. o Per Diem (per day), Honorarium + Reimbursable Expenses – examples are (1) attending project-related meetings, conferences or trips, (2) conducting ocular inspection of possible project sites, (3) conferring with others regarding prospective investments or ventures and the likes. Total Payment = Per Diem/Honorarium + Reimbursement 1. Per Diem – per day payment 2. Honorarium – voluntary payment (no charge was set) 3. Reimbursement – out-of-pocket expenses such as travel, accommodations and subsistence o Mixed Methods of Compensation – take note, it can be more than one method of compensation for one project E. Limitation of Authority o The Construction Supervision Group (CSG), which can be an architectural firm or which the Architect is only part of, shall not assume the responsibility of the Contractor’s project superintendent. o The CSG shall not make decisions on matters that are the sole responsibility of the Architect-of-Record (AoR) F. Legal Responsibility o The Construction Supervision Group (CSG) is responsible to the Owner only for administrative matters. For technical matters, the CSG is responsible to the Architect-of-Record (Aor) o Under Article 1723 of the present Civil Code, the CSG may appear not to have any legal responsibility since the Architect-of-Record (Aor) and Engineers-of-Record (Eors) are responsible for the design while the Contractor is responsible for the construction. However, a Service Contract/Agreement between the CSG and the Owner may stipulate certain professional responsibilities and civil liabilities of the CSG, particularly if the CSG is party to the review of the Contract Documents and their subsequent evaluation and interpretation during the course of construction. o If the AOR and EORs and the Contractor are sued by an Owner for civil liabilities due to the performance or non-performance of certain acts traceable to the CSG, the AOR and EORs may file cross claims against the CSG. G. Qualifications – Inspectors of the Construction Supervision Group (CSG) must have: o A Bachelor of