Mixed Subjects 1

Question 1

It refers to the manner in which the surfaces of a form come together to define its shape & volume. It clearly reveals the precise nature of its parts & their relationships to each other & to the whole. Its surfaces appear as discrete planes with distinct shapes & their overall configuration is legible & easily perceived.

Answer 1

Articulation

Question 2

This unique specimen of Filipino architecture from the Spanish era has been included in the World Heritage Sites List of UNESCO. The church was built by the Augustinian friars from 1694 until 1710. It shows the earthquake-proof baroque style architecture.

Answer 2

San Agustin Church, Paoay

Question 3

As per PD 1096, what is the minimum width of an exit door?

Answer 3

900 mm

Question 4

Refers to housing programs & projects covering houses & lots & home lots only undertaken by the government or the private sector for the underprivileged & homeless citizens which shall include sites & services development, long term financing, liberalized terms on interest payments, & such other benefits in accordance with the provisions of RA 7279 or the Urban Development and Housing Act of 1992

Answer 4

Socialized housing

Question 5

The study of designing equipment & devices that fit the human body, its movements, & its cognitive abilities

Answer 5

Ergonomics

Question 6

Under PD 1096, what is the minimum area for toilets & baths?

Answer 6

1.20 meters

Question 7

How many percentages of the contract price are equivalent to the guarantee bond?

Answer 7

30%

Question 8

In RA 9266, which particular section & item number defines IAPOA?

Answer 8

Section 3 Item No. 11

Question 9

This is the approved form of security furnished by the contractor and is surety as a guarantee to the quality of materials & equipment installed & the workmanship performed by the Contractor.

Answer 9

Guarantee Bond

Question 10

A type of planning which emphasizes that the proper role of the planner is not to serve the general public interest but rather to serve the interests of the least fortunate or least well-represented groups in society

Answer 10

Advocacy planning

Question 11

What is the basis of the Early Christian Architecture?

Answer 11

Roman Architecture

Question 12

Under PD 1096, what is the maximum inclination of escalators?

Answer 12

35 degrees

Question 13

A kind of spatial organization which consists of repetitive cellular spaces grouped by proximity or by the sharing of a common trait or relationship

Answer 13

Clustered

Question 14

Remedial work done on any damages or deteriorated portion(s) of a building/structure to restore its original condition

Answer 14

Repair

Question 15

It is the Philippines’ first shopping mall in graceful art deco lines, very fancy for Manila of the 1930s. It housed the Manila Stock Exchange as well as offices and upscale shops where Manila’s elite would go as much for the prestige of being seen as for the air-conditioning, which was uncommon then.

Answer 15

Crystal Arcade

Question 16

There shall be no fixed ratio between the saleable portion & non-saleable portion of a subdivision project.

Answer 16

True

Question 17

This style is theatrical & heavily ornamented classical style taught during the 19th century in Paris. This style strongly considers the function of the space.

Answer 17

Beaux-Arts Architecture

Question 18

As per PD 1096, this is the person primarily responsible for the enforcement of the provisions of the Code & its IRR, as well as circulars, memoranda, opinions, & decisions/orders issued pursuant thereto.

Answer 18

Building Official

Question 19

Path walks shall have a width of ____ meters intended only to provide pedestrian access to the property for socialized housing projects. It shall have a maximum length of ____ meters.

Answer 19

3 meters / 60 meters

Question 20

The brick pattern used pyramid-shaped chunks with a 6-12 cm square base & height of 8-14 cm. The stone was set with the base facing outwards and laid in diagonal arrangements. It has net-like effects with joints running diagonally.

Answer 20

Opus reticulatum

Question 21

He was a Spanish architect from Reus and the best known practitioner of Catalan Modernism. Also known as the “Father of Fantastic Architecture”.

Answer 21

Antonio Gaudi

Question 22

Regardless of the type of construction, this shall be installed in trusses roofs, between roof and bottom chords or trusses, in all buildings exceeding 2000 sqm.

Answer 22

Draft stops

Question 23

The responsibility of the Construction Supervision Group (CSG) to the Architect-of-Record

Answer 23

Technical matters

Question 24

Under PD 1096, the minimum air space requirement per person for school room

Answer 24

3 cum

Question 25

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

Answer 25

Building appraisal

Question 26

It consists of a written report prepared by the Architect and his Fire Protection Consultant. This is a compilation of the plans/specifications and design analysis normally submitted by the Architect and Engineers.

Answer 26

FALAR 1

Question 27

Under PD 1096, kitchen minimum dimension

Answer 27

1.50 meters

Question 28

Major, minor roads, and motor court for economic housing projects shall be paved with asphalt with a minimum thickness of _____

Answer 28

50 mm

Question 29

Major, minor roads, and motor courts for economic housing projects shall be paved with asphalt with a minimum thickness of 50 mm or concrete with a minimum thickness of

Answer 29

150 mm

Question 30

It shall have a width of 2 meters intended to break a block and to serve both pedestrians and for emergency purposes, both ends connecting to streets. It shall not be used as access to the property.

Answer 30

Alley

Question 31

A single-family attached dwelling containing three or more separate living units designed in such a way that they abutting each other at the sides and are separated from each other by party walls provided with independent access, services, and use of land

Answer 31

Row house

Question 32

As per BP 220, mezzanine floors shall have a clear ceiling height of not less than 1.80 meters above and below it, provided that it shall not cover the floor area below it

Answer 32

50%

Question 33

One or more habitable rooms which are occupied or which are intended or designated to be occupied by one family with facilities for living, sleeping, cooking, and eating

Answer 33

Dwelling unit

Question 34

Not considered as a furnishing item

Answer 34

Ceiling fan with lights

Question 35

One of the three dimensions of color: the property of light by which the color of an object is classified as being red, yellow, green, or blue, or an intermediate between any contiguous pair of these colors

Answer 35

Hue

Question 36

As used in IRR of the Architecture Act of 2004, which section indicates the requirement of successful candidates in the examination to take an oath?

Answer 36

Section 17