Brown Bauhaus Architectural Services Part 2 Flashcards
A written document between the owner and the contractor signed by the owner and the contractor authorizing a change in the work or an adjustment in the contract sum or the contract time
Change order
The Minimum Basic Fee of Architects for hospitals with a project cost below 50 million pesos
8%
The percentage range of the multiplier for Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses
2-2.5
The person receiving a possessory interest in buildings, property, etc. by lease
Lesse
The person granting a possessor interest in building, property, etc. by lease
Lessor
The method of compensation which requires the Architect his personal time such as board meetings or conferences and ocular inspection of possible sites
Per Diem Plus Reimbursable Expense
A set contract amount for all labor, materials, equipment, and services; and contractors overhead and profit for all work being performed for a specific scope of work
Fixed fee
A method of construction management that involves a continuous design-construction operation. When a prime or main contractor starts the construction work before the plans and specifications are complete.
Fast track construction (Fast-tracking)
On the remaining 15% work fee of the Architect, where does the 5% go?
Civic center
A numbering system given to specific kinds of work for the purpose of organizing the cost control process of a specific project
Cost code
The fee of the Architect for Design-Build Services on a Guaranteed Maximum Cost aside from his fee for Regular Design Services
10%
The owner’s review of the borrower’s construction documents (plans and specifications), list of materials, and cost breakdowns for the purpose of confirming that these documents and estimates are feasible and are in accordance with the proposed loan or project appraisal
Construction document review
Written or printed description of work to be done describing qualities of material and mode of construction
Specifications
If a project is not constructed for any reason, how much is due for the Architect as a professional fee?
85% of the MBF
The guaranteed bond is equal to how many percent of the contract price?
80%
How much is the Minimum Basic Fee of Architects for the design of residential structures?
10%
How much is the Minimum Basic Fee of Architects for projects involving intricate designs?
15%
How many years is the civil liability of the Architect for the structures s/he designs, under Article 1723 of the Civil Code of the Philippines?
15 years
How much is the Minimum Basic Fee of Architects for the design of simple structures?
6%
For Group 2 structures with moderate complexity of design requiring a moderate amount of structural, mechanical, and electrical design and research with a Php 50 million and less project and construction cost, how much is the minimum basic fee of the Architect?
7%
A contract provision setting forth the damages a party must pay in the event of his breach
Penalty clause
How much is the professional fee of an Architect serving as an expert witness?
Php 500 per appearance
How are architects paid for Pre-Design Services?
Multiple Direct Expense
Investigating, identifying, and documenting the needs of the Client for use in the design of the project
Architectural programming
How much is the Minimum Basic Fee of Architects for the 11th unit in a repetitive design?
40% of the MBF for the 1st unit
A study to determine the viability of a project such as its cost of development versus its potential return to the Owner. A detailed cost-benefit analysis can guide the Client and the Architect in selecting a more viable alternative plan
Economic feasibility studies
How much is the Minimum Basic Fee of Architects for the design of monumental structures?
12%
How much can an architect charge for a design service upon signing of agreement?
5% of the MBF
How much is the Minimum Basic Fee of Architects for the design of complex structures?
8%
In some cases, the project would require promotional activities in order to generate financial support and acceptance from governing agencies or from the general public. The Architect, with his own staff, can accomplish many of these activities including the preparation of promotional designs, drawings, brochures and the like.
Promotional services
Analysis of space requirements of the project based on organizational structure and functional set-up. One method is to use human behavior and transactional analysis to pinpoint linkages and interactions of spaces. The services cover space use and space character analysis, work station, and space module design, and a space program to serve as the basis for architectural design.
Space/management studies
Assisting the Client in locating sites for the proposed project and evaluating their adequacy with regards to topography, sub-surface conditions, utilities, development costs, climate, population, legal considerations, and other factors
Site selection and analysis
A detailed analysis of the site to develop its potential through the proper utilization of land
Site utilization and land-use
The determination of requirements of lending agencies, income-expense relationship, and relative demand for different building types in actual financing negotiations
Project financing
The range of all services offered by the Environmental Planner from database gathering to environmental impact statements up to the formulation of the Master Development Plan
Comprehensive Planning Services
Amount stated in the bid to be added or deducted from the base bid amount proposed for alternate materials and/or methods of construction
Alternate bid
A phase in the Architect’s Regular Services where forms for contract letting, documents for construction, forms for invitation and instruction to bidders, and forms for bidder’s proposals are prepared
Construction phase
A phase in the Architect’s Regular Services in which the Architect consults with the Owner to ascertain the requirements of the project and confirms such requirements with him
Schematic design phase
A phase in regular services that consists of plans, elevations, and other drawings, and outline specifications, to fix and illustrate the size and character of the entire project in its essentials as to kinds of materials, type of structure, mechanical, electrical, and sanitary systems, and such other work as may be required
Design development phase
A component of the Master Development Plan that is concerned with the land use and the changes which occur within the physical environment (within the space where these activities take place)
Physical component
The Architect, serving as Construction Manager, may be compensated in what way?
Award/Incentive, Fixed Price, or Fixed Price Incentive
Design services needed within and outside the building which require specializations
Specialized Allied Services
A member of the staff of the Owner or he could be an independent individual or firm hired by the Owner to manage the construction of a particular project
Construction Manager
A range of professional services that cover Pre-Design Services, Allied Services, Construction Services, and Post-Construction Services
Comprehensive Architectural
The cost of the completed structure to the Owner includes plumbing and electrical fixtures, mechanical equipment, elevators, escalators, air-conditioning system, etc. attached to the building and all items indicated in the drawings designed by or specified by the Architect and his consultant
Project Construction Cost
A component of the Master Development Plan that is concerned with the movement of people and goods from one place to another
Transport Component
A person concerned with the management and use of land as well as the conservation and upgrading of the human environment
Environmental Planner
A component of the Master Development Plan that is concerned with the nation’s assets and its management
Economic Component
A component of the Master Development Plan that is concerned with the people, their living conditions, and the seeking of ways to ameliorate it
Socio-Cultural Component
For projects including extensive detailing such as furniture design, built-in equipment, and special fittings, the Architect is paid how many percent of the cost of the work?
15%
