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THE UNITED ARCHITECTS OF THE PHILIPPINESTHE DULY ACCREDITED BONA FIDE PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION OF ARCHITECTSFOLK ARTS THEATER, CCP COMPLEX, ROXAS BLVD., PASAY CITY, METRO MANILATELEPHONES: 551-4233,551-4329, 551-4350, 832-1120 loc. 09 FAX: 832-7850

ARCHITECTSNATI O NALC O D E

CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT

UAP DOC. 200STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

UAP DOC. 201 PRE-DESIGN SERVICES

202 DESIGN SERVICES

203 SPECIALIZED AND ALLIED SERVICES

204 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

205 POST-CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

206 COMPREHENSIVE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES

207 DESIGN-BUILD SERVICES

208 SELECTION OF THE ARCHITECT

AND METHODS OF COMPENSATION

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COPYRIGHT 1979By

The United Architects of the Philippines, Inc.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

This Document or parts thereof may not be reproduced in any form without writtenpermission from the United Architects of the Philippines, Inc. Printed copies are availablefor the use of all practicing Architects in the Philippines.

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BARCHITECTSNATIONALCODEDOCUMENTSSERIES 200

200 - CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGES

PREFACE

PROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONBOARD OF ARCHITECTURE RESOLUTIONS

UAP RESOLUTIONS

8 FOREWORD ANDTHE VIRTUES OF AN ARCHITECT

9 THE ARCHITECTS CODE OF ETHICS

10 CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT

11 THE ARCHITECTS RESPONSIBILITIES INRELATION TO THE PEOPLE

12 THE ARCHITECTS RESPONSIBILITIES IN

RELATION TO HIS CLIENT

13 THE ARCHITECTS RESPONSIBILITIES INRELATION TO THE CONTRACTOR

14 THE ARCHITECTS RESPONSIBILITIESIN RELATION TO MANUFACTURERS,DEALERS AND AGENTS

15 THE ARCHITECTS RESPONSIBILITIES INRELATION TO HIS COLLEAGUES ANDSUBORDINATES

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STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONALPRACTICE

201 - PRE-DESIGN SERVICES

ARCHITECTURAL PROGRAMMINGFEASIBILITY STUDY, ETC.

202 - DESIGN SERVICESREGULAR SERVICES

203 - SPECIALIZED ALLIED SERVICESINTERIORS, LANDSCAPING,ACOUSTICS, COMMUNICATIONS,ELECTRONICS, PLANNING

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGES

16 FOREWORD

17 THE VALUE OF THE ARCHITECT

18 THE SPECTRUM OF THE ARCHITECTS SERVICES

20 DOC. 201 - PRE-DESIGN SERVICES

22 DOC. 202 - ARCHITECTS DESIGN SERVICES

(1) - REGULAR SERVICES

(2) - PROJECT CLASSIFICATION

(3) - SCHEDULE OF MINIMUM BASIC FEE

(4) - PAYMENT SCHEDULE

(5) - OWNERS RESPONSIBILITIES

(6) - OTHER CONDITIONS ON SERVICES

35 DOC. 203 - SPECIALIZED ALLIED SERVICES

36 DOC. 203-a INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES

37 DOC. 203-b ACOUSTIC; COMMUNICATION AND ELECTRONICENGINEERING SERVICES

39 DOC 203-c LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICES

40 DOC. 203-d PHYSICAL PLANNING SERVICES

43 DOC. 203-e COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING SERVICES

STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONALPRACTICE

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204 - CONSTRUCTION SERVICESFULL-TIME SUPERVISIONCONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

205 - POST-CONSTRUCTION SERVICESBUILDING AND GROUNDS ADMINISTRATION

206 - COMPREHENSIVE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICESPROJECT MANAGEMENT

207 - DESIGN-BUILD SERVICES

208 - SELECTION OF THE ARCHITECT ANDSYSTEMS OF REMUNERATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGES

48 UAP DOC. 204: CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

49 204-a FULL-TIME SUPERVISION

52 204-b CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

63 UAP DOC. 205: POST-CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

64 UAP DOC. 206: COMPREHENSIVE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES

72 UAP DOC. 207: DESIGN-BUILD SERVICES

74 UAP DOC. 208: SELECTION OF THE ARCHITECT& METHODS OF COMPENSATION

208-a SELECTION OF THE ARCHITECT

78 208-b METHODS OF COMPENSATION

83 MAY I ALWAYS BUILD

UAP OBJECTIVES

PREFACE

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On January 21, 1933, the first document entitled Relation of Charges andRules Relative to Professional Fees was promulgated and adopted by thePhilippine Architects Society (PAS), the first architectural association organized inthe Philippines. The second edition of their document was made on February 21,1941.

After the name of the organization was changed to Philippine Institute ofArchitects (PIA), a new Code of Ethics was published on April 7, 1946. This wasamended and a fourth edition was published in 1950.

On November 25, 1960, after re-examining the Code of Ethics, a new set ofdocuments entitled National Code of Architects Services and Fees in thePhilippines was published.

On October 23, 1965, the Architects National Code was approved by thethree organizations existing at that time, namely, the Philippine Institute ofArchitects (PIA), the League of Philippine Architects (LPA), and the Association ofPhilippine Government Architects (APGA).

On January 15, 1975, the three architectural organizations were integratedinto one association called the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP).

In the process of consolidating all the documents of the three organizations,the UAP saw the need to review and update them in order to be more responsive to

the practice of the profession in the Philippines. The first draft of the revised codewas published by the UAP in October 1977.

In the continuing examination of the expanding practice of the architect, theUAP Committee on Professional Practice which was tasked to prepare the finaldraft, decided to divide the Architects National Code into two divisions, namely:

1. Code of Ethical Conduct

- and -

2. Standards of Professional Practice

UAP DOC. 200CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT

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Due to the several facets of services now being undertaken by the Architect,the Committee deemed it necessary to classify the services of the Architect andassign each classification as a section under the Standards of Professional Practicedocument. This will contribute to a better understanding by the Client of the scopeof services and responsibilities of the Architect in each area of the Architectsinvolvement. It will further facilitate easy reference for the Architect. Theclassification with the corresponding sections are as follows:

STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

1. Pre-Design Services - UAP Doc. 2012. Design Services - UAP Doc. 2023. Specialized Allied Services - UAP Doc. 2034. Construction Services - UAP Doc. 2045. Post-Construction Services - UAP Doc. 2056. Comprehensive Architectural Services - UAP Doc. 2067. Design-Build Services - UAP Doc. 2078. Selection of Architects andMethods of Compensation - UAP Doc. 2089. Competition Code - UAP Doc. 209

The final form of the Architects National Code was approved by the UAPNational Board of Directors on July 21, 1979 and the Professional RegulationCommission through the Board of Architecture on Sept. 24, 1979 for adoption andcompliance by the practicing Architects in the Philippines

COMMITTEE ON PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND ETHICS

Chairman - Felipe M. Mendoza, FUAPVice Chairman - Froilan L. Hong, CUAPMembers - Otilio A. Arellano, FUAP

- Cesar V. Canchela, FUAP- Antonio S. Dimalanta, FUAP- Cristina Fugoso, FUAP- Geronimo V. Manahan, CUAP- Norberto M. Nuke, FUAP

- Rebecca V. Tobia, CUAP

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BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE

Resolution No. 9-ASeries of 1979

WHEREAS, under Resolution No. 79-81 dated July 21, 1979, the United Architectsof the Philippines submitted a draft of the proposed Code of Ethical

Conduct and the Standards for Professional Practice of Architecturewith a request that the same be adopted as the National Code forArchitects in the Philippines;

WHEREAS, the Professional Regulation Commission and the Board of Architectureacknowledge the urgency of adopting a national code for architects forthe proper maintenance of ethical and professional standards in thepractice of architecture and for the protection of life, health andproperty;

WHEREAS, the Board of Architecture, after a review of the draft, finds the proposedCode of Ethical Conduct, UAP Document No. 200, and the proposedStandards of Professional Practice, UAP Documents Nos. 201, 202,

203, 204, 205, 206, 207 and 208, which are hereto attached and madeintegral parts of this Resolution, to be responsive to the demands andrequirements of the profession, and when implemented will achieve thedesired high degree of professionalism that will redound to the bestinterest of the profession and the public;

NOW THEREFORE, pursuant to Sections 2 and 8 of R.A. No. 545, as amended,the Board of Architecture hereby adopts the attached UAP DocumentsNos. 200, 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207 and 208 as theNATIONAL CODE FOR ARCHITECTS and as part of the Rules andregulations to which all practicing architects shall conform in theperformance of their duties and obligations, a violation of which shall

be a ground for the suspension or revocation of the certificate ofregistration of a practicing architect.

The attached NATIONAL CODE FOR ARCHITECTS consisting ofDocuments Nos. 200.1 to 200.5, 201.1 to 201.4, 202.1 to 202.6,203.1, 203.a to 203.e, 204.a to 204.b, 205.5, 206.1 to 206.8, 207.1 to207.3, 208.a to 208.b, inclusive, shall take effect after fifteen (15) daysfollowing its publication in the Official Gazette.

DONE IN THE CITY OF MANILA, this 19th day of September in theyear of our Lord Nineteen Hundred and Seventy Nine.

ANASTACIO R. BERNALChairman

Sgd. Sgd.NORBERTO M. NUKE CRESENCIO DE CASTRO

Member Member

APPROVED AND PROMULGATED AS PART OF THE RULES ANDREGULATIONS GOVERNING THE PRACTICE OF ARCHITECTURE INTHE PHILIPPINES, this 24th day of September, 1979.

Sgd. Sgd.NUMERIANO TANOPO, JR. ERIC C. NUBLA

Associate Commissioner CommissionerResolution No. 79-18

Series of 1979The United Architects of the Philippines

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WHEREAS, there were existing standards on professional practice for Architectssince 1985 adopted and in use by the members of the threearchitectural organizations, the Association of Philippine GovernmentArchitects (APGA), the League of Philippine Architects (LPA), and thePhilippine Institute of Architects (PIA), before their integration in 1975into one national organization the United Architects of the Philippines

(UAP);

WHEREAS, in the desire of the members of the UAP to make the practice ofarchitecture relevant to the demands of our time, our people and ourgovernments thrust for national development, the UAP Committee onProfessional Practice prepared a new set of documents on Standardsof Professional Practice and Code of Ethical Conduct embodied in theArchitects National Code, and other standard Contract Documents;

WHEREAS, these documents were presented and distributed to the members onDecember 1977 and discussed and approved by the members in 1978and 1979 during the provincial chapter and regional conferences;

WHEREAS, upon the certification of UAP as the only duly accredited bonafideprofessional organization for architects in the country, the Board ofArchitecture of the Professional Regulation Commission requested theUAP to prepare documents on Standards of Professional Practice andCode of Ethical Conduct for Architects to maintain a high standard ofethical conduct and excellence in the practice of the architecturalprofession;

NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved as it is hereby resolved that the ArchitectsNational Code and all Standard Documents related to the professionalpractice of the Architect as prepared by the Committee on Professional

Practice and Ethics, and approved by the UAP Board and the generalmembership, be submitted to the Professional Regulation Commissionthrough the Board of Architecture for their approval.

RESOLVED FURTHER, that copies of this Resolution and the Architects NationalCode and all Standard Documents be furnished the ProfessionalRegulation Commission (PRC) through the Board of Architecture as aresponse to their request, and enjoining them to adopt and requirethese as the standard documents for use and compliance by allArchitects in the Philippines.

Done this 21st day of July, 1979 in Metro-Manila, Philippines.

Sgd.FELIPE M. MENDOZA, FUAP

National President

Sgd.CESAR V. CANCHELA, FUAP

National Secretary

FOREWORD

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Adherence to the Principles of the Architects National Code is an obligationof every architect and member of the United Architects of the Philippines. Anydeviation therefrom shall be subject to discipline in proportion to its seriousness.The National Board of Directors of the United Architects of the Philippines and theBoard of Architecture, Professional Regulation Commission, shall have the solepower of interpreting the provisions of this Code.

THE VIRTUES OF AN ARCHITECT

May the Architect be high-minded;

not arrogant, but faithful;

Just, and easy to deal with,

without avarice;

Not let his mind be occupied

in receiving gifts,

But let him preserve his good name

with dignity...

Marcus Vitruvius Pollio


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THE ARCHITECTS CODE OF ETHICS

I shall work with this general objective - that my duty is not only to myself, butalso to my Country and God.

I shall uphold the ideals and follow the norms of conduct of a noble professionand endlessly endeavor to further its just ends.

I shall humbly seek success not through the measure of solicited personalpublicity, but by industrious application to my work, strive to merit a reputationfor quality of service and for fair dealing.

I shall ask from all, fair remuneration for my services while expecting and askingno profits from any other source.

I shall hold the interest of my Client over and above any self-interest for financialreturns.

I shall exercise my professional prerogatives always with impartiality anddisinterestedness.

I shall avoid any private business investments or venture which may tend toinfluence my professional judgment to the detriment of the trust placed uponme.

I shall inspire by my behaviour the loyalty of my associates and subordinates andtake upon me the mentorship of the aspirants to the profession.

I shall confine my criticisms and praises within constructive and inspirationallimits and never resort to these means to further malicious motives.

I shall dedicate myself to the pursuit of creative endeavor towards the goal ofenlightened Art and Science, generously sharing with colleagues, friends andstrangers alike the benefits of my experience and experiments.


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The professional of

Architecture calls for men of the

highest integrity, judgment,

business capacity and artistic and

technical ability. An Architects

honesty of purpose must be above

suspicion; he acts as professional

adviser to his client and his advice

must be unprejudiced; he is

charged with the exercise of

judicial functions as between client

and contractor and must act with

entire impartiality; he has moral

responsibilities to his professional

associates and subordinates; and

he is engaged in a profession

which carries with it grave

responsibilities to the public.

These duties and responsibilities

cannot be properly discharged

unless his motives, conduct, sense

of moral values and ability are

such as to command respect and

confidence.

In order to promote the highest standards of ethical conduct in the

practice of Architecture, the United Architects of the Philippines,

with the approval of the Board of Architecture and the Professional

Regulation Commission, has codified and formulated the following

principles for adoption and compliance of the Architect.


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THE ARCHITECTS RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO

THE PEOPLE

1 STATEMENT: The Architect is engaged in a profession which carrieswith it civic responsibilities towards the public, whether suchresponsibilities are the natural outcome of good citizenship or of his

professional pursuit or whether they partake of informative andeducational matters or of his normal, good public relations.

1-a The Architect shall seek opportunities to be of constructive servicein civic and urban affairs and to the best of his ability advance thesafety, health and well-being of the people and the community aswell as the promotion, restoration or preservation of the generalamenities and other examples of historic and architectural heritage of

the nation.

1-b The Architect shall promote the interest of his professionalorganization and do his full part of the work to enhance theobjectives and services of the organization. He should share in theinterchange of technical information and experience with the otherdesign professions and the building industry.

1-c The Architect as a good citizen shall abide and observe the laws andregulations of the government and comply with the standards ofethical conduct and practice of the profession in the Philippines. He

shall at no time act in a manner detrimental to the best interest of theprofession.

1-d The Architect shall not use paid advertisement nor use self-laudatory, exaggerated or misleading, publicity. However, the

presentation of factual materials, verbal or visual, of the aims,standards and progress of the profession through literature or byindustrious application of his work and services which tend todignify the professional or advance public knowledge of theArchitects function in society may be presented through any publiccommunication media.

1-e The Architect shall not solicit nor permit to solicit in his name,advertisements or other support towards the cost of any publication

presenting his work. He should refrain from taking part in paidadvertisement endorsing any materials of construction or buildingequipment.

1-f The Architect shall not mislead the public through advertisements,signs or printed matter citing his professional specializations unlesssuch qualifications are well known facts or sanctioned by

professional consensus and years of experience.


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THE ARCHITECTS RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO

HIS CLIENT

2STATEMENT: The Architects relation to his Client is dependent upongood faith. To insure the continued existence of such state of goodrelationship, the Architects position carries with it certain moralobligations to his Client and to himself.

2-a The Architect may introduce to a prospective Client the professionalservices he is able to perform provided it is limited to presentation ofexamples of his professional experience and does not entail theoffering of free preliminary sketches or other services without the

benefit of an agreement with the Client for legitimate compensation.

2-b The Architect shall acquaint or ascertain from the Client at the veryinception of their business relationship, the exact nature and scope ofhis services and the corresponding professional charges.

2-c The Architect shall advise a Client against proceeding with anyproject whose practicability may be questionable due to financial,legal or arresting or exigent conditions, even if such advice maymean the loss of a prospective commission to the Architect.

2-d The Architect shall explain the conditional character of estimatesother than estimates submitted in the form of actual proposals bycontractors and in no case shall he guarantee any estimates or cost ofthe work in order to secure a commission.

2-e The Architect shall consider the needs and stipulation of his Clientand the effects of his work upon the life and well-being of the publicand the community as a whole, and to endeavor to meet the aestheticand functional requirements of the project commensurate with theClients appropriation.

2-f The Architect shall charge his Client for services rendered, aprofessional fee commensurate with the work involved and with hisprofessional standing and experience based upon the Basic MinimumFee prescribed under the Standards of Professional Practice of theArchitects National Code.

2-g The Architect shall not undertake, under a fixed contract sumagreement, the construction of any project based on plans prepared

by him. He may in certain cases, undertake the construction of aproject even when the plans were prepared by him provided it isundertaken in conformity with the conditions set forth under sectionscovering Construction Services, Comprehensive Services orDesign-Build Services of the document on STANDARDS OFPROFESSIONAL PRACTICE.

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2-h The Architect shall be compensated for his services solely throughhis professional fee charged directly to the Client. He shall notaccept nor ask for any other returns in whatever form from anyinterested source other than the Client.

2-i The Architect shall be free in his investments and business relations

outside of his profession from any financial or personal interestswhich tend to weaken and discredit his standing as an unprejudicedand honest adviser, free to act in his Clients best interests. If theArchitect has any business interest which will relate to, or affect theinterest of his Client, he should inform his Client of such condition orsituation.

2-j The Architect shall include in his agreement with the Client a clauseproviding for arbitration as a method for settlement of disputes.

THE ARCHITECTS RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TOTHE CONTRACTOR

3STATEMENT: The Contractor depends upon the Architect to safeguardfairly his interests as well as those of the Client.

3-a The Architect shall give the Contractor every reasonable aid toenable him to fully understand the contents of the ContractDocuments by furnishing clear, definite and consistent information inall pertinent contract documents to avoid unnecessary mistakes thatmay involve extra costs to the Contractor.

3-b The Architect shall not knowingly call upon the Contractor tocorrect or remedy oversights or errors in the Contract Documents tothe Contractors financial disadvantage.

3-c The Architect shall immediately upon his personal knowledge andinspection, reject or condemn materials, equipment or workmanshipwhich are not in conformity with the Contract Documents in ordernot to cause unnecessary delay and additional expense to theContractor.

3-d The Architect shall not, at any time or circumstance, accept freeengineering services, or receive any substantial aid, gifts,commissions, or favors from any Contractor or sub-contractor whichwill tend to place him under any kind of moral obligation.

3-e The Architect shall upon request by the Contractor promptly inspecteach phase of the work completed and if found according to theterms of the Contract Documents issue the correspondingCertificates of Payment and the Final Certificate of Completion,respectively, to the Contractor.

UAP DOC. 200

CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCTTHE ARCHITECTS RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO

MANUFACTURERS, DEALERS, AND AGENTS

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4STATEMENT: An exchange of technical information between Architectsand those who supply and handle building materials or equipment isnecessary and therefore encouraged and commended. However;

4-a The Architect shall not avail or make use of engineering or othertechnical services offered by manufacturers, or suppliers of building

materials or equipment which may be accompanied by an obligationdetrimental to the best interest of the Client or which may adverselyaffect the Architects professional opinion.

4-b The Architect shall not at any time receive commissions, discounts,fees, gifts or favors from agents or firms handling building materialsor equipment which may place him in a reciprocal frame of mind.He may however, accept market discounts which shall be credited tothe Client.

THE ARCHITECTS RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS

COLLEAGUES AND SUBORDINATES

5STATEMENT: The Architect has moral responsibilities towards his

profession, his colleagues and his subordinates.

5-a The Architect shall not render professional services withoutcompensation except for small civic or charity projects. He shallneither offer nor provide preliminary services on a conditional basis

prior to definite agreement with the Client for the commission of theproject.

5-b The Architect shall not knowingly compete with other Architects onthe basis of difference of professional charges, nor use donation as adevice for obtaining competitive advantage except for worthy civicor religious projects. Neither shall he submit solicited or unsolicitedsketches or drawings in competition with other Architects unlesssuch competitive arrangements are conducted substantially under theterms of the UAP Architectural Competition Code.

5-c The Architect shall not under any circumstances nor through anymeans seek commissions already known to him as previouslyendowed to another Architect, whether such endowment has been

definitely agreed upon or still in the process of negotiation.

5-d The Architect shall not, in any case, enter as a competitor in anyArchitectural Competition when he has direct relations with theformulation of the Program thereof or when he has beenengaged


to act as Professional Adviser or Juror for such competition. Neithershall the Architect accept and act as professional adviser or juror in any

architectural competition when he has had any information or hasreviewed or assisted in the preparation of any competition designentered. Nor shall an Architect, retained as professional adviser in acompetition, accept employment as an Architect for that competition

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project except as Consulting Architect.

5-e The Architect shall not undertake a commission for which he knowsanother Architect has been previously employed until he notified suchother Architect of the fact in writing and has conclusively determinedthat the original employment has been terminated and has been dulycompensated for.

5-f The Architect shall not undertake a commission for additions,rehabilitation or remodeling of any erected structure undertaken

previously by another Architect without duly notifying him of thecontemplated project even when the Owner is no longer the same.When the greater mass, area or design of the original structure issubstantially maintained the new Architect should limit hisadvertisement or claim only to the extent of the work done to thestructure. Architects are enjoined to preserve or restore as much as

possible especially the few and remaining historic examples of ourarchitectural heritage affecting this phase of practice.

5-g The Architect shall not knowingly injure falsely or maliciously, theprofessional reputation, prospects or practice of another Architect.

5-h The Architect shall refrain from associating himself with or allowing theuse of his name by an enterprise of doubtful character or integrity.

5-i The Architect shall not affix his signature and seal to any plans orprofessional documents prepared by other persons or entities not doneunder his direct personal supervision.

5-j The Architect shall inspire the loyalty of his employees and subordinates

by providing them with suitable working conditions, requiring them torender competent and efficient services and paying them adequate and

just compensation therefor. He shall tutor and mentor the youngaspirants towards the ideals, functions, duties and responsibilities of the

profession.

5-k The Architect shall unselfishly give his share in the interchange oftechnical information and experience among his colleagues and youngaspirants and do his part in fostering unity in the fellowship of the

profession.

5-l He shall unselfishly give his time and effort to the advancement of theprofession thru his active and personal commitment and involvementwith the accredited professional organization for architects.


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BARCHITECTS NATIONAL CODE

STANDARDS OFPROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

UAP DOC. 201 PRE-DESIGNSERVICES

202 DESIGN SERVICES

203 SPECIALIZED ANDALLIED SERVICES

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FOREWORD

From a synthesis of the past 50 years of Architect-Client relations in the Philippines, this

division of the ARCHITECTS NATIONAL CODE entitled STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONALPRACTICE is adopted primarily to set a norm of practice of the profession.

The Code defines all aspects of professional service, prescribes the MINIMUM BASICFEE relative to each phase of service and thereby establishes the rights and obligations of boththe Architect and his Client.

It stresses the principle that the Architects qualification which is based upon his ability,experience and integrity on one hand, requires the full trust and sympathetic cooperation of theClient on the other. Their relationship depends upon good faith and mutual respect in order toinspire the Architect to produce his best work and a sustained devotion to his Clients interest.For these ends, the conditions and standards prescribed in this Code should be respected andadhered to.

The National Board of Directors of the United Architects of the Philippines and the Boardof Architecture, Professional Regulation Commission, shall have the sole power of interpretingthe provisions of this Code.


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THE VALUE OF THE ARCHITECT

The Architect creates mans environment through his awareness and sensitive handling ofspaces that fit the scale of human experience. The resulting quality of the form-envelopemanifested as a structure or building gives rise to mans appreciation of beauty and order in hisphysical world.

The Architects deliberation determine how people will be placed in relationship one toanother, how whole societies will work, play, eat, sleep, recreate, travel, worship, or in short howpeople will live in consonance with their culture and national aspirations.

His objective is to bring order to mans environment to cause it to function properly withina structure that is safe and healthful and to impart to the whole a beauty and distinction that isappropriate to our time.


THE SPECTRUM OF THE ARCHITECTS SERVICES

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The spectrum of the Architects services extends over the entire range of activities thatproceed from the time the idea is conceived, perfected, transformed into sets of space/ designrequirements, translated into structure through design, built, used and become a permanentfeature of the man-made environment.

The Architects services consist of the necessary conferences, deliberations, discussions,evaluations, investigations, consultations, advice on matters affecting the scientific, aesthetic andorderly coordination of all the processes of safeguarding life, health, and property which enterinto the production of different levels and sophistication of man-made structures andenvironment.

The Architect, in the process of translating abstract ideas into meaningful concrete terms,produces documents in the form of a data base report, an architectural program, a feasibilitystudy, a market study, an appraisal report, an impact analysis report, a space-organizational set-up report, a site planning analysis and evaluation report, an operational programming report,building programming and scheduling report.

A complete and detailed documentation of construction or erection drawings is preparedconsisting of the architectural plans, the structural plans, the electrical plans, theplumbing/sanitary plans, the mechanical/airconditioning plans, the civil work plans, the technicalspecifications and the other bid documents.

Aside from these, the Architect can prepare the post construction managementdocuments, the operating manual, the maintenance manual and other forms of written andgraphical documentations necessary for the effective and efficient functioning of the man-madestructures and environment.

An appreciation of this scope of services of the Architect will bring into focus the crucial

role that the Architect assumes in the realization of abstract ideas into tangible and meaningfulterms.

Between abstract ideas and the physical world, stands the Architect.


1.1 The entire range of the Architects services are divided into SEVEN (7) major services asfollows :

1) Pre-Design Services2) Design Services

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3) Specialized Allied Services4) Construction Services5) Post Construction Services6) Comprehensive Architectural Services7) Design-Build Services

1.2 Each of these SEVEN (7) major services can be contracted separately to the Architectdepending upon the desire and needs of the Client.

1.3 The terms and conditions for the delivery of the SEVEN (7) major services are stipulated inseveral UAP Documents as shown in the table below.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7PRE-DESIGN

SERVICES

DESIGN

SERVICES

SPECIALIZED

ALLIEDSERVICES

CONSTRUC-

TIONSERVICES

POST CONS-

TRUCTIONSERVICES

COMPRE-

HENSIVESERVICES

DESIGN-BUILD

SERVICESUAP DOC. 207

ProjectManagement Service

UAP DOC. 206

Buildings and GroundsAdministration

UAP DOC. 205

Full-Time Supervision/Construction Management

UAP DOC. 204

Planning/Interior/Landscaping/Acoustics, Communicationsand Electronic Engineering

UAP DOC. 203

Architects Regular ServicesUAP DOC. 202

Architectural Programming/Feasibility Study/Site StudyCost Effectiveness Study/Others

UAP DOC. 201


201 PRE-DESIGN SERVICES1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 The ever-increasing client and userdemands, the continuous development ofnew technology, and the enactment of newlaws have pressured architectural firms to

expand their services. While the basicservices provided by the Architect haveremained relatively unchanged over theyears, additional services have become

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increasingly accepted as a part of generalpractice.

1.2 To stay abreast of the demands ofthe times, the architect-professional has

expanded his traditional basic services toinclude pre-design services. There aremany instances where the Architect iscalled upon by the client to performservices other than purely architectural ordesigning services. In most cases, theclient finds it practical and expedient toengage the architect in the process of siteselection, land acquisition, project

promotions, and studying the financingoptions of the project.

1.3 There is great advantage to the client ifthe Architect is involved in the early stageof conceiving the project. With theArchitects knowledge on site evaluation,construction techniques, materials and newtechnologies that bear on the cost of a

project, the basic design parameters can beestablished that will assure theoptimization of building needs vis--visavailable resources and attendantconstraints.

The client will, therefore, be assured of thechoice of site and a financial scheme that ismost appropriate for the project.

2. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

2.1 The individual Architect would have tobe knowledgeable in a number of fields inaddition to his basic discipline and training.

For the architect to effectively assist andserve his client in Pre-Design Services,special training will be required leading to

a broad background in real estate, finance,business, taxation, human behavior, space

programming and others, to supplement thearchitects skill as a researcher, spaceactivities organizer, coordinator andmanager of the various activities of

professionals and tradesmen.

2.2 It would not be expected however, that thearchitect would actually perform servicesin all such fields, but rather, he would actas the agent of his client in procuring someof the necessary services that he and hisstaff cannot provide. It is his task tocoordinate these services so that acting forhis client, he can retain the degree ofcontrol and coordination of activitiesnecessary to assure the client of a moreunified result.

2.3 Briefly the Architect can render theservices in the following manner:

a. Architects Own Staff

It is possible for individual architectsworking in a single firm to specialize ina variety of ways. Many individuals

and firms specialize without losing thegeneralist approach of the wholearchitect or of the complete firm.

b. By Association or Consultation

Another trend is towards moreconsultation between architects andother firms of other disciplinesunder the extended terms of the Owner-Architect Agreement.

PRE-DESIGN SERVICES

3. PRE-DESIGN SERVICES

The several activities that fall under Pre-Design Services are as follows:

3.1 Economic Feasibility StudiesA study to determine the viability of a

project such as its cost of developmentversus its potential return to the Owner.A detailed cost-benefit analysis can guidethe client and the architect in selecting amore viable alternative plan.

3.2 Project FinancingArchitects assist in the determination ofrequirements of lending agencies,income-expense relationship and relativedemand for different building types inactual financing negotiations.

3.3 Architectural Programming

Investigating, identifying anddocumenting the needs of the client foruse in the design of the project.

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3.4 Site Selection and AnalysisAssisting the client in locating sites forthe proposed project and evaluating theiradequacy with regards to topography,sub-surface conditions, utilities,

development costs, climate, population,legal considerations and other factors.

3.5 Site Utilization and Land-Use StudiesA detailed analysis of the site to developits potential through the proper utilizationof land.

3.6 Space/Management StudiesAnalysis of the space requirements of the

project based on organizational structureand functional set-up. One method is to

use human behavior and transactionalanalysis to pinpoint linkages andinteractions of spaces. The services coverspace use and space character analysis,work station and space module design anda space program to serve as basis forarchitectural design.

3.7 Promotional ServicesIn some cases, the project would require

promotional activities in order to generatefinancial support and acceptance from

governing agencies or from the generalpublic. The Architect, with his own staff,can accomplish many of these activitiesincluding preparation of promotionaldesigns, drawings, brochures and the like.As the agent of the Owner, the Architect

can produce and coordinate the additionalactivities necessary to complete theservices.

In all such activities, the Architect mustmaintain his professional status as the

agent of the Owner.

4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION

4.1 The Architects services for the Pre-Design Phase where creative designing isnot included are often compensated foron the basis of multiple of direct

personnel expense. This cost-basedmethod of compensation is directlyrelated to the Architects and hisconsultants efforts where they are

compensated for every technical hourexpended on the project with a multiplierto cover overhead and a reasonable

profit. This method is suitable forprojects in which the scope of work isindefinite, particularly for large complex

projects.But other methods of compensation can

be applied depending on the agreementbetween the Owner and the Architect oron the requirements of the project. Referto UAP Doc. 208 -- Selection of the

Architect and Methods of Compensation.

4.2 Progress payment of services shall bemade based on the accomplishments ofthe work of the Architect.

PRE-DESIGN SERVICES

202ARCHITECTS DESIGN SERVICES

1. REGULAR SERVICES

1.1 The Architect, in regular practice,normally acts as his clients or the

Owners adviser. He translates theOwners needs and requirements to

spaces and forms in the best manner ofprofessional service he can render.

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1.2 The Architects work starts at the veryinception of the project when the Owneroutlines his requirements to him. Itranges through his study and analysis ofthe various aspects of the project, goesthrough the preparation of the necessary

instruments of service and through themultitude of construction problems anddoes not terminate until the project iscompleted.

1.3 In effect, the Architect renders serviceswhose sequence come in four phases asfollows:a. Schematic Design Phase

b. Design Development Phase

c. Contract Documents Phase andd. Construction Phase.

1.4 Schematic Design Phase

a. Consults with the Owner to ascertain

the requirements of the project andconfirms such requirements with him.

b. Prepares schematic design studiesleading to a recommended solutionincluding a general description of the

project for approval by the Owner.

c. Submits to the Owner a Statement ofProbable Project Construction Cost

based on current cost parameters.

UAP DOC. 202DESIGN SERVICES

1.5 Design Development Phase

a. Prepares from approved

Schematic Design Studies,the Design Developmentconsisting of plans,elevations, and otherdrawings, and outlinespecifications, to fix andillustrate the size andcharacter of the entire projectin its essentials as to kinds ofmaterials, type of structure,mechanical, electrical and

sanitary systems and suchother work as may berequired.

b. Submits to the Owner afurther Statement of Probable

Project Construction Cost.1.6 Contract Documents Phase

a. Prepares from approvedDesign DevelopmentDocuments, the completeConstruction Drawings andSpecifications setting forth indetail the work required forthe architectural, structural,electrical, plumbing/sanitary,

mechanical and other

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service-connectedequipment.

b. Prepares specificationsdescribing type and quality ofmaterials, finish, manner ofconstruction and the generalconditions under which theproject is to be constructed

c. Furnishes the Owner notmore than five (5) completesets of all constructiondrawings, specifications andgeneral conditions forpurposes of bidding.

d. Keeps the Owner informed of

any adjustments to previousStatements of ProbableProject Construction Costindicated by changes inscope, requirements ormarket conditions.


e. Assists the owner in filing therequired documents to secureapproval of government

authorities having jurisdictionover the design of the Project.

1.7 Construction Phase

a. Prepares forms for contractletting, documents forconstruction, forms forinvitation and instruction tobidders, and forms forbidders proposals.

b. Assists the Owner inobtaining proposals fromContractors, in preparingabstract of bids and inawarding and preparingconstruction contracts.

c. When required in thecontract, makes decisions onall claims of the Owner andContractor and on all other

matters relating to theexecution and progress of

work or the interpretation ofthe Contract Documents,prepares change orders,gathers and turns over theOwner written guarantees

required of the Contractor orsub-contractors.

d. Makes periodic visits to theproject site to familiarizehimself with the generalprogress and quality of thework and to determinewhether the work isproceeding in accordancewith the Contract Documents.He shall not be required tomake exhaustive orcontinuous 8-hour on-sitesupervision to check on thequality of the work involvedand he shall not be heldresponsible for theContractors failure to carryout the Construction work inaccordance with theContract Documents.

During such project site visitsand on the basis of hisobservations he shall reportto the Owner defects anddeficiencies noted in the workof Contractors, and shallcondemn work found failingto conform to the ContractDocuments.

e. Based on his observationsand the ContractorsApplications for Payment, heshall determine the amountowing and due to theContractor and shall issuecorresponding Certificates forPayment for such amounts.

These Certificates willconstitute a certification to

the Owner that the work hasprogressed to the state

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indicated and that to his bestknowledge the quality of workperformed by the Contractoris in accordance with theContract Documents. He

shall conduct the necessaryinspection to determine thedate of substantial and finalcompletion and issue the finalCertificate for Payment to theContractor.

f. Should more extensiveinspection or full time (8-hour) constructionsupervision be required by

the Owner a separate full-time supervisor shall be hiredand agreed upon by theOwner and the Architectsubject to the conditionsprovided in the UAPDocument on Full-TimeSupervision. When theArchitect is requested by theOwner to do the full timesupervision his services andfees shall conform to thesame UAP Document.

2. PROJECT

CLASSIFICATION

2.1 Architectural work varies incomplexities and in the creativeskill required to successfullymeet the requirements of theClient within the constraints of

the technical, functional,economic, aesthetic and otherconsiderations.

2.2 These considerations imply thateach design project can bedetermined only on its ownmerits.

2.3 The following groupings ofbuildings are attempts toclassify them in accordancewith the degree or complexityof each structure.

2.4 based on this grouping,corresponding graduated scale

of charges is prescribed to beable to determine the fairremuneration to the Architect.

2.5 The Architects fee includes thenormal structural, electrical,plumbing/sanitary, andmechanical engineeringservices and is determined bygetting the percentageindicated in the Schedule of

Minimum Basic Fee for specificgroup and multiplying it withthe Project Construction Cost.

2.6 The schedule of chargesherein indicated are to beconsidered as the MinimumBasic Fee since theArchitects Charges also takeinto consideration hisprofessional standing in thecommunity.


3. SCHEDULE OF MINIMUM BASIC FEE

3.1GROUP-1

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Structures of simplest, utilization character which are without complication ofdesign or detail and require a minimum of finish, structural, mechanical and electricaldesign.

Armories Parking StructuresBakeries Printing PlantsFarm Structures Public Markets

Service GaragesFreight Facilities Simple Loft-type StructureHangarsIndustrial Buildings WarehousesManufacturing/Industrial PlantsPackaging and Processing Plants

And other similar utilization type buildings

PROJECT CONSTRUCTION COST MINIMUM BASIC FEE

P 50 Million and less........................................6 percent

Over P 50 Million to P 3,000,000 plus 5 percent

P100 Million .....................................................of excess of P 50 Million






P1 Billion ..........................................................of excess of P 500 Million

Over P 1 Billion ...............................................P 28,500,000 plus 1 percent

of excess of P 1 Billion


3.2GROUP-2

Structures of moderate complexity of design requiring a moderate amount ofstructural, mechanical and electrical design and research.

Art galleries Nursing HomesBanks, Exchange and other Office Buildings

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Financial Institutions Park, Playground and Open-airBowling Alleys Recreational FacilitiesChurches and Religious Facilities Police StationsCity Halls Post OfficesCollege Buildings Private Clubs

Convents, Monasteries and Seminaries Publishing PlantsCorrectional and Detention Institutions Race TracksCourt Houses RestaurantsDormitories Retail StoresExhibition Halls and Display Structures SchoolsFire Stations Shopping CentersLaundries & Cleaning Facilities Specialty shopsLibraries SupermarketsMotels and Apartels Welfare BuildingsMulti-storey Apartments

And other structures of similar nature or use














3.3GROUP-3

Structures of exceptional character and complexity of design or requiringcomparatively large amounts of structural, mechanical and electrical design andresearch.

Aquariums Laboratories

Atomic Facilities MarinasAuditoriums Medical Office Facilities & Clinics

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Airports Mental InstitutionsBreweries MortuariesCold Storage Facilities ObservatoriesCommunication Buildings Public Health CentersConvention Halls Research Facilities

Gymnasiums StadiumsHospitals and Medical Buildings Theaters and Similar FacilitiesHotels Veterinary Hospitals

And other structures of similar nature or use













UAP DOC. 202

DESIGN SERVICES

3.4GROUP-4

Residences (Single Detached or Duplex), small apartment houses and town houses.

Minimum Basic Fee............................................. 10 Percent of Project ConstructionCost

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3.5GROUP-5

Monumental buildings and other facilities requiring consummate design skill andmuch precise detailing.

Exposition and Fair Buildings Specialized decorative buildings

Mausoleums, Memorials,

Monuments And structures of similar nature or use

Museums

Minimum Basic Fee............................................. 10 percent of Project ConstructionCost

3.6GROUP-6 Repetitive Construction of Buildings

When the design of the Architect is used again for the repetitive construction ofsimilar structures, without amending the drawing and the specifications, the

Architects fee is computed as follows:

First structure.......................................................Minimum Basic Fee

Second structure ..................................................80% of Basic Fee

Third structure......................................................60% of Basic Fee

Succeeding structure............................................40% of Basic Fee


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3.7GROUP-7 Housing Projects

When the Architect is engaged to undertake a HOUSING PROJECT involvingthe construction of several residential units on a single site with the use ofone basic plan and specifications, the MINIMUM FEE chargeable thereunder

shall conform with the following:

First Unit..............................................................10 Percent of theConstruction Cost of one unit asBasic Fee

From two to ten units...........................................Fee of 1 unit plus 60% ofBasic Fee for each additional unit

Eleven units and above........................................Fee for 10 units plus 30% ofBasic Fee for each additional unit

3.8GROUP-8

Projects involving extensive detail such as furniture design, built-inequipment, special fittings, screens, counters, interiors and other detailedparts of appurtenances of buildings or structures and landscaping designs.

Minimum Basic Fee............................................. 15 Percent of ProjectConstruction Cost

3.9GROUP-9

For alterations and additions of existing structures belonging to Groups 1 to5 enumerated above, compensation of services should be increased by 50percent or a total of 150 percent of the Basic Fee.

3.10 GROUP-10

Where the Architect is engaged to render opinion or give advice,clarifications or explanation on technical matters pertaining to hisprofession, the Minimum Fee chargeable thereunder shall not be less than

Two Hundred Pesos (P200.00*) per hour subject to increase depending onthe extent and coverage of service required. When rendering service as anexpert witness, the Architects fee shall not be less than Five Hundred Pesos(P500.00*) per appearance irrespective of whether the scheduled hearingtook place or not.

* All references to fixed amount shall refer to the value of the Peso as ofNovember 1979. Adjustment of the price shall be made at the time of the

contract.

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4. PAYMENT SCHEDULE

4.1 Payments on account of theArchitects basic servicesshall be as follows:

a. Upon the signing of theAgreement a minimumpayment equivalent tofive (5%) of thecompensation for basicservices.

b. Upon the completion ofthe Schematic DesignServices, but not morethan 15 days aftersubmission of theSchematic Design to theOwner, a sum equal tofifteen percent (15%) ofthe Basic Fee, computedupon a reasonableestimated constructioncost of the structure.

c. Upon the completion ofthe Design DevelopmentServices, but not morethan 15 days aftersubmission of the DesignDevelopment to theOwner, a sum sufficientto increase the totalpayments on the fee tothirty -five (35%) of the

Basic Fee computedupon the sameestimated constructioncost of the structure asin (b).

d. Upon the completion ofthe Contract DocumentsServices but not morethan 15 days aftersubmission of

the Contract Documentsto the Owner, a sumsufficient to increase thetotal payments on thefee to eighty-fivepercent (85%) of theBasic Fee, computed

upon a reasonableestimated constructioncost of the structure asin (b).

e. Within 15 days after theawards of Bids, thepayment to the Architectshall be adjusted so thatit will amount to a sumequivalent to eighty-five

percent (85%) of theBasic Fee, computedupon the winning BidPrice

f. Upon completion of theconstruction work, thebalance of theArchitects fee,computed on the FinalProject ConstructionCost of the structureshall be paid.

4.2 The Owner shall makepartial payments duringeach of the various stagesof the Architects work,upon request of theArchitect, provided thatsuch payments are withinthe framework of the

manner of paymentsoutlined above.

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5. OWNERS RESPONSIBILITIES

5.1 Provide full information asto his requirements for theproject.

5.2 Designate when necessary,representative authorizedto act in his behalf.Examine documents

submitted by the Architectand render decisionspertaining thereto promptly,to avoid reasonable delay inthe progress of theArchitects work. Observethe procedure of issuingorders to contractors onlythrough the Architect.

5.3 Furnish or direct theArchitect to obtain at the

Owners expense, acertified survey of the site,giving, as may be required,topographical surveys,grades and lines of streets,alleys, easements,encroachments, zoning, anddeed restrictions,boundaries, withdimensions and completedata pertaining to existing

buildings, and otherimprovements and fullinformation as to availableutility service lines bothpublic and private; and testborings and pits necessaryfor determining sub-soilconditions.

5.4 Pay for structural,acoustical, chemical,mechanical, soil mechanics

or other tests and reports

as may be required for theproject.


5.5 Pay for design andconsultancy services onacoustic, communication,electronic, and otherspecialty systems whichmay be required for theproject.

5.6 Arrange and pay for such

legal, auditing, andinsurance counsellingservices as may be requiredfor the project.

5.7 Pay for all reimbursibleexpenses incurred in theproject as called for inSection 6 Other Conditionson Services and all taxes(not including income tax)that the government may

impose on the Architect asa result of the servicesrendered by the Architecton the project whether theservices were performed asan individual practitioner,as a partnership or as acorporation.

5.8 If the Owner observes orotherwise becomes aware

of anything that may impairthe successful

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implementation of theproject, he shall giveprompt written noticethereof to the Architect.

6. OTHER CONDITIONS ON SERVICES

6.1 Conditions for Minimum BasicFee

The Minimum Basic Fee

referred to in Section 3.0applies to construction workdone by a Contractor on thebasis of a Lump Sum Contract.Construction works that are leton cost-plus-fee basis, or onany basis other than the LumpSum Contract, where theArchitect has to renderadditional services shall besubject to additionalcompensation commensurate

with the additional servicesrequired. Such additionalcompensation shall be inaddition to the Minimum BasicFee.

6.2 Other Professional Services

The Architects fee includesnormal structural, electrical,plumbing/sanitary and mecha-nical engineering services.

Other services that may beneeded in order to completethe project such as services ofacoustic and illuminationengineers, mural painters,sculptors, interior decoratorsand landscape architects areto be recommended by theArchitect for the ownersapproval and costs for theservices are to be paid for

separately by the Owner.

6.3 Miniature Models

The Architect may make andinclude miniature models ofhis design studies as part ofhis preliminary work if he sodeems it to be necessary butno extra charge for suchminiature models shall bemade by the Architect.However, if the Owner desiresto have a miniature model ofthe final and approveddesign for exhibition

and display purposes, theOwner shall pay for the cost ofsaid miniature model.

6.4 Per Diem and TravelingExpenses

A per diem of not less thanP500.00* plus traveling andliving expenses shall bechargeable to the Owner onany occasion where the

Architect or his dulyauthorized representativeshall be required to performservices at a locality beyondthe radius of 100 kilometersfrom his established office.

6.5 Extra Sets of ContractDocuments

The Architect shall furnish theOwner five (5) sets of

Drawings, Specifications andother contract documents.

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Cost of printing orreproduction of extra sets ofContract Documents whenrequired by the Owner or hisrepresentative is to be

charged to and paid for by theOwner.

6.6 Changes Ordered by Owner

If the Architect is causedadditional professionalservices, extra drafting orother office expenses due tochanges ordered by the Ownerafter approval of the DesignDevelopment Documents, he

shall be paid for suchexpenses and servicesinvolved. The amount ofcompensation and theextension of time for the

completion of the documentsshall be upon mutualagreement of both parties.

____________*All references to fixed amount shall referto the value of the Peso as of November1979. Adjustment of the price shall bemade at the time of the contract.


6.7 Work Suspended orAbandoned

If the work of the Architectis abandoned or suspended,in whole or in part, theArchitect is to be paid bythe Owner for the servicesrendered corresponding tothe fees due at the stage ofsuspension or abandonmentof the work.

The primary service of theArchitect is the preparationof plans, specifications andother building constructiondocuments which areactually sets of detailedinstructions that shall serveas the basis for theContractor to build the

Project. Once the Architecthas prepared all thesedocuments he hascompleted the ContractDocuments Phase of hisservices which is equivalentto EIGHTY FIVE PERCENT(85%) of his work. Theremaining FIFTEENPERCENT (15%) of his workis broken down as follows:

TEN PERCENT (10%) for theArchitects liability underthe Civil Code -and-

FIVE PERCENT (5%) for theconstruction phase servicewhich includes preparationof contract document formsand periodic visits duringthe construction.

When the OWNER thereforefails to implement the plansand documents forconstruction


as prepared by theArchitect, the Architect isentitled to receive as

compensation the sumcorresponding to EIGHTYFIVE (85%) PERCENT of hisfee.

6.8 Different Periods of Construction

If portions of the buildingsare erected at differentperiods of time, thus

increasing the Architectsconstruction phase period

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and burden of services,charges pertaining toservices rendered during theconstruction phase shall bedoubled. A suspension of

construction for a period notexceeding six (6) monthsshall not be covered by thisprovision.

6.9 Services of Consultants

If the Owner desires toengage special consultants,such consultants shall be withthe consent of the Architect

and the cost of their servicesshall be paid for separatelyby the Owner and shall notbe deducted from the feesdue the Architect.

6.10 Separate Services

Should the Owner require theArchitect to design or planmovable or fixed pieces of

furniture, cabinets, coveredwalks, grottos, pools,landscaping and other itemsof similar nature, the Ownershall pay the Architect inaddition to the MinimumBasic Fee, a compensation inthe amount of theConstruction Cost of theabove work.

6.11 Full-time Supervision

Upon recommendation of theArchitect and with theapproval of the Owner, full-time construction inspectorsas will be deemed necessaryshall be engaged and paid forby the Owner. The full-timeconstruction inspectors shallbe under the technical control

and supervision of theArchitect and shall make

periodic reports to the Ownerand to the Architect as to theprogress and quality of thework done.

6.12 Estimates

Any Statements of ProbableConstruction Cost, or anySemi-Detailed or DetailedCost Estimates submitted bythe Architect is accurate onlyup to a certain degree. Thisis so because the Architecthas no control over the costof labor and materials, or themany factors that go intocompetitive bidding.

6.13 Government Taxes onServices

The Architects Fee asstipulated in Section 3Minimum Basic Fee is netto the Architect. Any tax thatthe government may imposeon the Architect as aconsequence of the servicesperformed for the Project

(exclusive of income tax)shall be paid by the Owner.

6.14 Ownership Documents

All designs, drawings, modelsspecifications and copiesthereof, prepared andfurnished by the Architect inconnection with any projectare instruments of professional service. Asinstruments of service theyare the property of theArchitect whether the workfor which they

were made may be executedor not, and are not to bereproduced or used on otherwork except with a writtenagreement with the Architect.

This is in pursuance with thepertinent provisions ofRepublic Act 545

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promulgated on June 17,1950 and of PresidentialDecree No. 49 on theProtection of IntellectualProperty issued on

November 14, 1972.6.15 Cost Records

During the progress of workthe Owner shall furnish theArchitect two (2) copies ofrecords of expenses beingincurred on the construction.Upon completion of theproject, the Owner shallfurnish the Architect two (2)copies of the summary of all

cost of labor, services,materials, equipment,fixtures and all items used atand for the completion of theconstruction.

6.16 Design and Placementof Signs

All signboards of contractors,sub-contractors, jobbers anddealers that shall be placed

at the project site during theprogress of construction shallbe approved by the Architectas to size, design andcontents. After thecompletion of the project, theOwner or his building lesseeshall consult the Architect forthe design and size of allsignboards, letterings,directories and displayboards that will be placed onthe exterior or public areasattached to the building, inorder to safeguard theOwners interest that nothingwill be installed inside oroutside of the building thatwould mar the safety andaesthetics of the structure.


6.17 Project ConstructionCost

Project Construction Cost asherein referred to, means thecost of the completedstructure to the Ownerincluding plumbing andelectrical fixtures, mechanicalequipment, elevators,escalators, air-conditioningsystem, automatic firesprinkler system, alarm andclock system,communications andelectronic system, elementsattached to the building andall items indicated in thedrawings designed by orspecified by the Architect andhis consultant. Other items ifdesigned and planned by theArchitect, such asmovable orfixed pieces of furniture,cabinets, covered walks,

grottos, pools, landscapingand other items of similarnature are to be paid forseparately by the Owner tothe Architect as stipulated inSection 6.10 (SeparateServices)

The Project Construction Costdoes not include anyArchitects fee or Engineersfee or the salaries of the

construction inspectors.When labor or materials arefurnished by the Owner belowits market cost, the cost ofthe work shall be computedupon such current market-cost.

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203

SPECIALIZED ALLIED SERVICES1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Architecture -- the blendingof aesthetics, functions,space and materials resultsfrom the application of theskills of many people. Timeand Technology have movedto a level where other allied

professions are needed tocomplete, complement orsupplement the necessaryservices for a buildingproject. Today, theenvironmental designprofessions, of whicharchitecture has a lead part,are involved with a totalcommitment to improvingthe way we live.

1.2 The Architects mainresponsibility to his client is

to produce a structure thatwill house the activity it wasintended for that is well-planned, soundlyconstructed, aestheticallysatisfying and within thefinancial limitation of the

project.

1.3 The Architects responsibilityto society is to make surethat not the structure alonebut also its physicalenvironment can enhancethe lives of all people. Herelates not only to purelydesign and build professionsbut to allied professions as

well, to achieve totality indesign.

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1.4 The design of the structureproper falls under theArchitects Regular Services(UAP Doc. 202).

1.5 Design services neededwithin and outside thebuilding which requirespecializations fall under

Specialized Allied Servicesnamely:a. Interior Designb. Acoustic, Communication

and Electronic Engineering

c. Landscape Designd. Physical Planninge. Comprehensive Planning


203-a. INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 In the design of the structure,the Architect works on aconcept. For the realization ofthis concept, the Architectbuilds his structure makingboth exterior and interior

spaces contribute to the totaldesign concept of thestructure.

He designs and developsinteriors of buildings andresidences such that theycontribute to the physical,visual and intellectualcomforts of the users.

2. EXPERTISE

2.1 Depending on the complexityof the project, the Architectmay get assistance fromConsultants whose expertadvice may be needed in thedetailing of interior elements.

3. SCOPE OF SERVICES

3.1 The Architect, upon designinga structure, houses specificactivities by controlling thespaces where these activitiesare to take place. The variousspaces are designed to makethe space fit the specific moodand the required activity.

Due to the discovery of newproducts and equipment,

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interior design has become afield of specialization. As suchit offers the followingservices:

a. Prescribes furniture andinterior design finishesappropriate for differentactivities and spaces andprepares furniture andfurnishing layout.

b. Prepares the design andschedule of furniture givingtheir dimensions,

specifications and locations.

c. Assists the client inconducting bids ornegotiations with furniturefabricators and othersuppliers.

d. Checks and approvessamples of materials andshop drawings of furniture,furnishings, fixtures and

decor items.

e. Conducts final inspectionand approval of furnitureand other item.

4. PAYMENTS

4.1 For projects includingextensive detailing such asfurniture design, built-inequipment and special fittings,the Architect is paid 15% ofthe cost of the work. The feemay however vary from 12%to 20% depending on thecomplexity of the work to beundertaken.

4.2 The fee of the Architect asstipulated above includes thefee of the Consultant working

with the Architect.

4.3 Should the Client hireseparately the services of theConsultant, the fee of saidConsultant shall be on theaccount of the Client and paiddirectly by the Client. In sucha case, the fee of the Architectfor coordinating the work andrelating the work of theConsultant to the design

concept of the Architect will be5% of the cost of the work.

UAP DOC. 203-aDESIGN SERVICES

4. PHYSICAL PLANNING SERVICES

4.1 When the Architect iscommissioned to do physical

planing for building sites such asIndustrial Estates, Commercial,Institutional and GovernmentCenters, Sports Complexes,

Tourist Centers, Resorts,Amusement Parks, EducationalCampuses, Housing Subdivisionsand the like, the services are asfollows:

a. Confers with the Client on

project requirements andsecures and/or generates

sufficient data base from whichreliable projections and/oranalyses can be made fortranslation to physical design.

b. Examines laws, ordinances,rules and regulations affectingthe project.

c. Prepares concept developmentplans and report from relevantinformation gathered by otherdisciplines.

d. Prepares scaled preliminaryplans showing physical

allocation of areas, roads and

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pedestrian arteries, basic utilitylayouts and building envelopes.

e. Prepares budgetary estimate ofcost of physical development.

f. Undertakes modifications,revisions and changes as maybe required.

g. Prepares Final Plans, report andSpecifications needed forapproval by the propergovernment agenciesconcerned.

UAP DOC. 203-dPHYSICAL PLANNING SERVICES

5. PHYSICAL PLANNING

SCHEDULE OF FEES

Type 1

5.1 Physical Planning for building

sites such as Industrial Estates,Commercial Centers, SportsComplexes, Resorts, TouristCenters, Amusement Parks,Educational Campuses,Institutional and GovernmentCenters, and Site Planning of anycomplex consisting of severalstructures within a contiguoussite.

* Basic ratefor the first 50hectares orless

- P 5,000 perhectare

* Over 50hectares up to100 hectares

- P250,000plusP 4,5000per hectarein excess of50 hectares

* Over 100hectares up to

- P475,000plus P

200 hectares 4,000 perhectare inexcess of 100hectares

* Over 200hectares

- P875,000plusP 3,000

perhectare inexcess of200hectares

* All References to fixed amount arebased on the 1979 purchasing value ofthe Peso. Adjustment of the fee shallbe made at the time of the contract dueto inflation and other factors.

Type 2

5.2 Subdivision Planning for housingon properties within Metro-Manila,cities, regional centers andprovincial capitals.

* Basic ratefor the first100 hectaresor less


* Over 100

hectares up to200 hectares

- P300,000

plusP 2,3000per hectarein excess of100hectares

* Over 200hectares

- P550,000plusP 2,000

per

hectare inexcess of

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200hectares

Type 3

5.3 Subdivision Planning for housingon properties located on otherlocalities beside those under Type2.

* Basic ratefor the first100 hectaresor less


* Over 100hectares up to200 hectares

- P200,000plusP 1,5000per hectarein excess of100hectares

* Over 200hectares

- P350,000plusP 1,000perhectare in

excess of200hectares

The rate stipulated under Article 5above is based on the assumptionthat the land to be developed ismoderately flat. If the land isrugged with steep terrain the feeshall increased by thirty percent(30%).

6. OTHER CONDITIONS ONPHYSICAL PLANNING

6.1 The Architect may undertake thesite planning of a projectrequiring a compositearrangement of several buildings

enveloped on a contiguous site ofa moderate size of three (3)hectares or less. Any commissionon physical planning of a largermagnitude or a complex nature,

should be done by the Architectwith several years of experiencein planning or has had additionalacademic training in planning. Heshould most importantly possessadministrative, technical andmanagerial ability aside from anequitable social commitment.

6.2 Should other services be requiredby the project, such asenvironmental studies, feasibility

study, market analysis,movement systems, impactanalysis and others, said servicesshould be performed by anArchitect acting as the primeprofessional of the team.

6.3 The cost for environmentalstudies surveys, site investigationand titling of the parcels of landshall be on the account of theOwner.

6.4 The detailed design of thebuilding and landscapingelements is not part of physicalplanning services and shall betreated separately under theArchitects Regular Services orSpecialized Allied Services.

6.5 For the preparation of detailedengineering drawings andspecifications on roads, drainage,sewerage, power andcommunication system anadditional fee of four percent(4%) of the cost of thedevelopment is to be charged.

UAP DOC. 203-dPHYSICAL PLANNING SERVICES

203-e. COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING SERVICES

1. INTRODUCTION

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1.1 In the planning discipline, theprocess of coming up with a planis made more explicit. Thegathering of data is made morescientific by the analysis and

synthesis of data with the use ofcertain scientific tools for analysislike statistics. The preparation ofthe final plan gives alternativeoptions through consideration ofvarious factors such as social andeconomic cost benefits,forecasting of environmentalconsequences and the like.

1.2 Comprehensive Planning Servicesis based on the concept ofexpanded planning services toinclude other activities necessaryfor the proper handling of thenumerous components consideredin the formulation of a masterdevelopment plan.

2. DEFINITION OFCOMPREHENSIVE PLANNING

SERVICES

2.1 Comprehensive Planning Servicesis the range of all services offeredby the environmental-planner fromdata base gathering toenvironmental impact statementsup to the formulation of theMaster Development Plan.

2.2 In the formulation of the Master

Development Plan, the followingcomponents are to be considered:

a. Physical Component

Concerned with land use andthe changes which occur withinthe physical environment(within the space where theseactivities take place).

b. Economic Component

Concerned with the nationsassets and its management

c. Socio-Cultural Component

Concerned with the people,their living conditions and theseeking of ways to ameliorate it.

d. Transport Component

Concerned with the movementof people and goods from oneplace to another.

e. Legal and AdministrativeComponent

Concerned with the relationshipof policies to the existing laws.

3. EXPERTISE

3.1 Planning calls for the detailedstudy of physical, social, economic

and administrative componentsand as such requires the expertiseand knowledge of otherspecialists. (Refer to succeedingdiagram.)

UAP DOC. 203-eCOMPREHENSIVE PLANNING SERVICES

4. THE ARCHITECT ASENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER

4.1 The Architects ability tosynthesize and organize into a

whole, various informationrelating to the users needs,

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users perception andexpectations, site and climaticfactors, construction technology,materials, cost and otherinformation has qualified him to

take the lead role in anyundertaking that cut acrossvarious disciplines.

4.2 The Environmental Planner isconcerned with the managementand use of land as well as theconservation and upgrading of thehuman environment. Since theArchitect, with experience inplanning, has the socialcommitment and technicalexperience as coordinator ofseveral disciplines, he is qualifiedas the Environmental Planner andleader of the multi-disciplinaryteam to offer ComprehensivePlanning Services.

5. COMPREHENSIVE PLANNINGSERVICES

5.1 When the Environmental Planneris commissioned to do town andregional planning or urbanrenewal projects, he performs thefollowing:

a. Identifies existing land use,resources, social behavior andinteraction.

b. Undertakes environmentalanalysis, feasibility studies,demographic analysis.

c. Examines existing laws,ordinances, political/socialconstraints.

d. Prepares concept developmentplans, policies, implementingstrategies to arrive at theMaster Development Plan.

6. COMPENSATION FEES

6.1 As a specialized service, theArchitect shall be compensatedfor by the following methods:

a. Professional Fee plus Expenses

The fee of the Architect-Plannerfor the physical planningcomponent is based on the

schedule prescribed under UAPDoc. 203-D Physical PlanningServices while the fee forconsultants, researches andother out of pocket expensesare reimbursable to theArchitect.

b. Multiple of Direct PersonnelExpense

Refer to UAP Doc. 208-BMethods of Compensationfor details.

UAP DOC. 203-ePHYSICAL PLANNING SERVICES

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THE UNITED ARCHITECTS OF THE PHILIPPINES

THE DULY ACCREDITED BONAFIDE PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR ARCHITECTSFOLK ARTS THEATRE, CCP COMPLEX, ROXAS BLVD., PASAY CITY, METRO MANILATELEPHONES: 8327850, 551-4233,552-4329, 551-4350, 832-1120 loc. 09 TELEFAX: 832-3711

ARCHITECTSNATI O NALC O D E


204 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

205 POST-CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

206 COMPREHENSIVE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES

207 DESIGN-BUILD SERVICES208 SELECTION OF THE ARCHITECT

AND METHODS OF COMPENSATION

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204-a. FULL-TIME SUPERVISION

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 For the past 50 years in ourcountry, the design andbuilding construction processis undertaken by four principalmembers namely:

a. The OWNER who orders forthe implementation of aproject;

b. The ARCHITECT and his

ENGINEER - CONSULTANTSwho render design servicesand limited inspection work;

c. The CONTRACTOR whoperforms the constructionwork;

d. The individual or group ofindividuals who assist onthe supervision and deliveryof the work.

2. FULL-TIME SUPERVISION

2.1 Up to the early fifties whenprojects were manageable insize, the Architect wasassisted by a constructioninspector, traditio- nally calledClerk-of-Works. As projectsbecome more complex, thereis a need for a construction

supervision group who will dothe full-time inspection at thejobsite. The ConstructionSupervision Group is normallyrecommended by the Architectbased on their performanceand hired by the Owner. He isresponsible both to the Ownerand the Architect.

3. FUNCTIONS

The fundamental functions andprimary responsibilities of the

construction supervision groupare:

UAP DOC. 204-aFULL-TIME SUPERVISION

3.1 Quality Control of Work

He makes certain that theContractor complies with theplans, specifications and calledother contract documents andassures that workmanship is in

accordance with sound andaccepted constructionpractices.

3.2 Evaluation and ConstructionWork

He assists the Architect andthe Design Engineer in theevaluation of the work of theContractor.

3.3 Keeping of Records, Reportsand Contract Documents

4. DESCRIPTION OF TASKS

4.1 Quality Control

a. Assist the Contractor in theinterpretation of theContract Documents.

b. Obtain from the Architectadditional details of information if, and whenrequired at the jobsite forproper execution of thework.

c. Conduct on-siteobservations and check thequality of the work,materials and equipment forconsistency with the

Contract Documents.

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d. Notify Contractor if anymaterial or any portion ofthe work does not conformto specifications or ifunacceptable in quality.

Confirm these in writing.

e. Follow-up and check dailyon corrective work beingundertaken.

f. Check that materials areproperly stored, handled,and used on the project.

g. Inspect safety measurestaken by the Contractor.

h. Supervise/Perform samplingand testing of materialswhen necessary. Promptlyreport test results to those

concerned.

i. Check, in the company ofContractor and othersconcerned, testing ofplumbing, electrical, airconditioning, mechanical andother installations.

j. Disallow the installation ofany material and equipment

for which shop drawingshave not been duly approvedby the Architect.

k. Forbid the use of materials,tools and equipment, orworkmanship which do notconform with the plans andspecifications.

l. Require the removal orrepair of defective or faulty

construction; or of construction which could notbe inspected in place; or theconstruction of a criticalitem, expressedly identifiedas such, and which wasperformed withoutinspection.

m. Stop any work which isnot being done in

accordance with the plansand specifications and the

Contract Agreement betweenthe Owner and theContractor.

n. Before a project nears itscompletion stage, make a listof items for correction, andcheck each item as it iscorrected before finalinspection.

4.2 Evaluation

a. Consider and evaluatesuggestions or modificationswhich may be submitted bythe Contractor to theArchitect and report themwith recommendations tothe Architect for finaldecision.

b. Review and verify nature,quantities, and Contractorsprices on change orders.

c. Confirm, review and verifyEmergency/Extra WorkOrders claimed by theContractor.

d. Review with all concernedthe requisitions for payment

as submitted by theContractor and forwardthem with recommendationsto the Architect fordisposition.

e. Be alert to the variousschedules of completiondate and to conditionswhich may cause delay incompletion, and report

same to the Architect.When the construction work

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has been completed inaccordance with theContract Documents, advisethe Architect that the workis ready for general

inspection and acceptance.

4.3 Records

a. Keep in the field office anorderly file of:

Copy of the ContractAgreementCopy of Approved Plans andSpecificationsCopies of Building Permits

and Licenses


4.4 Make daily Inspection Reportswhich include:

a. Weather Conditions

b. Manpower Availability andDistribution of Skills

c. Construction Activities byPhase (Structural, Sanitary,Electrical, Mechanical,Architectural, etc.)

d. Equipment Utilization

e. MaterialsDelivered/Checked

f.

Correspondence/Memoranda Received

g.Correspondence/Memoranda Transmitted

h. Agreement/Decisions Made

i. Official Visitors

j.Observations/Recommendation

4.5 Keep in file the followingdocuments:

a. Progress andAccomplishment Reports

b. Change Orders

c. Payments Processed

d. As-BuiltDrawings/Information

e. Maintenance andOperation manuals ofequipment certifications,guarantees, and the like foritems furnished on the

project.

5. OTHER FUNCTIONS OF THECONSTRUCTIONSUPERVISORY GROUP


5.1 Conduct regular coordinationmeetings with the Owner, the

Architect-Engineer-Consultant,the Contractor, and such otherparties as may be required, ortheir designatedrepresentatives.

5.1 Attend conferences