K&Z Architects and Designs

Pre-selling of our new project in Concepcion, Tarlac!

We designed it with a meticulous attention to details
ensuring every room functions perfectly for its
use while also providing aesthetics of contemporary
and stylish architecture.

"Architectural design is no easy task. The structural integrity of any building lies in thorough planning and proper ex*****on.

Trusting a licensed professional to design and build your house is just as important as getting the right doctor to perform surgery."

6% of the construction cost is the charge of an architect for design fee and it's 10% of construction cost included all engineering drawings ,how do you come up with 1500 ?

say 5M residential project
architects/design fee = 300k (6%)
architectural and engineering drawings = 500k (10%)

(via Palacio Architectural Services)

Supreme Court:
Only licensed architects, not civil engineers, may prepare, sign, and seal architectural documents..

Read full article:
https://abogado.com.ph/sc-only-licensed-architects-not-civil-engineers-may-prepare-sign-and-seal-architectural-documents/?fbclid=IwAR1AfO7-5O2pwvG-o5EICQN0ZuUEN7fs1pI3q0HYGigIFy03T0PwZ-twOFA

SC: Only licensed architects, not civil engineers, may prepare, sign, and seal architectural documents The Supreme Court said only licensed and registered architects, and not civil engineers, may prepare, sign, and seal architectural documents such as plans or drawings, detailed designs, and fire safety documents.

The sad truth!

"If you want to be RICH , don't be an ARCHITECT"

"Wearing suit and tie, designing sky rocketing skyscrapers, supervising a sprawling resort and sketching like Frank Gehry."

This is a delightful story of an Architect who wants to succeed in this industry.

But what's the reality behind this?Can it really be grasp with just having a degree and a license?

In a Philippines setting, if you want to be rich as fu** I would not recommend taking up architecture school if you just want to live the american dream. Better be a medical doctor, a lawyer or an entrepreneur. There's a big chance you'll be a millionaire on these professions.

Why do I say so?

Yes, I am an Architect but I am not RICH.

I finished architecture school for 5 YEARS that cost a lot of penny.

Rendered 3,840 HOURS ( almost 2 years) of diversified training experience.

6 MONTHS of non-stop review and a bunch of money for a decent LAPTOP / DESKTOP to start up.

As I am practicing architecture today.

I do architectural design , accomplished sets of drawings , collaborating to different allied professionals. I've done not so many projects and I really know the struggle of an Architect not having a project nowadays.

The question is, why can't we eagerly charge a fee that is prescribed by the law?

Just for the information of everyone to give you an example. A RESIDENTIAL PROJECT with an architectural and engineering design services,its professional fee is 10% of the total project construction cost. Hence, you're thinking that it would be a lot of money! Yes, literally speaking but the right term is "SULIT NAMAN".

The biggest hindrance to us is that they only know Architects, "DRAWING DRAWING lang"

"Misinformation to clients and homeowners are dragging the profession down."

If an architect charges you a fee for a certain project , please calm yourself and he/she will unveil the details of the contract.

Hindi po yan 50% down payment, 50% upon submission. It comes with different design phases.We cater ethical services and not just a product.

Why an Architect as a profession cannot make you WEALTHY?

Because the construction industry today is full of "FREE - AGENTS". The ones that is catering free design services that's ripping the architecture profession in the Philippines. "Pababaan ang labanan". So how can you charge a 10% if the opposite side is catering a FREE design charge.

But for us keeping the value and worth of our education and profession still stands.

There's a few Architects with their own architectural firm that gets to climb up the hill of success. But mostly and plenty are struggling closing a deal because of those free-agents.

Right information to the clients must come first, we design for the wants and needs considering the client's hard earned money. We are the expert of our field but some keeps exploiting it.

Are there rich Architects? Yes.

But in some cases they are not just an ARCHITECT, they are businessmen, general contractors and might be a heir.

It's more fun the Philippines nga daw. But the reality in the Architecture profession lahat na kalaban mo. Lahat na sila magaling, pinterest and google are the keys!

"Hirap na nga humanap ng client ang Arkitekto, aagawan pa ng ____________."

As I end this, I won't discourage you being an Architect as if it is your PASSION and DREAM.
Go for it and take home the bacon.

But if you're thinking the road to success is easy and "ito ang mag-aahon samin sa kahirapan" , better go with your passion. It's not a poker game :)

Be an Architect to inspire. Architecture is about determination , passion and faith.

You'll reap what you sow when the time comes. Kudos!

GOODLUCK JUNE 2023 ARCHITECTS!

Pump House Structure Development

2 Chronicles 15:7

But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded

https://www.facebook.com/KandZArchitects/
Professional Services offered:
1. Architectural Plans and Design
-Conceptual Plans to Final Design, Signed and Sealed by Registered and Licensed Architect
2. Structural Plans and Design (based on the Architectural Plans)
- Design, Analysis,Computation of Strength, Signed and Sealed by Structural Engineers and or Civil Engineers
3. Electrical Plans
- Design, Computation of Loads, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electrical Engineer
4. Plumbing Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Master Plumber and or Sanitary Engineer
5. Mechanical Plans and Fire Protection Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Mechanical Engineer
6. Electronic Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electronic and Communication Engineer

All these Professionals are included in Professional Fee of an Architect, because Architect and Engineers collaboration is the result of good design and planning of the projects.

Electrical works☑️
Ceiling works☑️
Installation of rockwool insulation☑️
Skimcoat and other paint works☑️
Remote ceiling fan installed☑️

Commit all your work to the Lord,and your plans will succeed.
Proverbs 16:3

https://www.facebook.com/KandZArchitects/
Professional Services offered:
1. Architectural Plans and Design
-Conceptual Plans to Final Design, Signed and Sealed by Registered and Licensed Architect
2. Structural Plans and Design (based on the Architectural Plans)
- Design, Analysis,Computation of Strength, Signed and Sealed by Structural Engineers and or Civil Engineers
3. Electrical Plans
- Design, Computation of Loads, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electrical Engineer
4. Plumbing Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Master Plumber and or Sanitary Engineer
5. Mechanical Plans and Fire Protection Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Mechanical Engineer
6. Electronic Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electronic and Communication Engineer

All these Professionals are included in Professional Fee of an Architect, because Architect and Engineers collaboration is the result of good design and planning of the projects.

Installation of standing seam roof☑️
Concrete slab 6inches☑️
AAC blocks installation☑️
Tin Foil heat insulation☑️
Door jamb and window concrete moulding☑️

Commit all your work to the Lord,and your plans will succeed.
Proverbs 16:3

https://www.facebook.com/KandZArchitects/
Professional Services offered:
1. Architectural Plans and Design
-Conceptual Plans to Final Design, Signed and Sealed by Registered and Licensed Architect
2. Structural Plans and Design (based on the Architectural Plans)
- Design, Analysis,Computation of Strength, Signed and Sealed by Structural Engineers and or Civil Engineers
3. Electrical Plans
- Design, Computation of Loads, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electrical Engineer
4. Plumbing Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Master Plumber and or Sanitary Engineer
5. Mechanical Plans and Fire Protection Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Mechanical Engineer
6. Electronic Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electronic and Communication Engineer

All these Professionals are included in Professional Fee of an Architect, because Architect and Engineers collaboration is the result of good design and planning of the projects.

Occular inspection for renovation and extension of facility..

Commit all your work to the Lord,and your plans will succeed.
Proverbs 16:3

https://www.facebook.com/KandZArchitects/
Professional Services offered:
1. Architectural Plans and Design
-Conceptual Plans to Final Design, Signed and Sealed by Registered and Licensed Architect
2. Structural Plans and Design (based on the Architectural Plans)
- Design, Analysis,Computation of Strength, Signed and Sealed by Structural Engineers and or Civil Engineers
3. Electrical Plans
- Design, Computation of Loads, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electrical Engineer
4. Plumbing Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Master Plumber and or Sanitary Engineer
5. Mechanical Plans and Fire Protection Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Mechanical Engineer
6. Electronic Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electronic and Communication Engineer

All these Professionals are included in Professional Fee of an Architect, because Architect and Engineers collaboration is the result of good design and planning of the projects.

Ibeam installation with plates
Steeldeck layering
Preparation for slab and rebars
Steel framing and roof framing
Electrical and plumbing preparation

Whatever you do, do all things to the glory of God.
1 Corinthians 10:31

https://www.facebook.com/KandZArchitects/
Professional Services offered:
1. Architectural Plans and Design
-Conceptual Plans to Final Design, Signed and Sealed by Registered and Licensed Architect
2. Structural Plans and Design (based on the Architectural Plans)
- Design, Analysis,Computation of Strength, Signed and Sealed by Structural Engineers and or Civil Engineers
3. Electrical Plans
- Design, Computation of Loads, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electrical Engineer
4. Plumbing Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Master Plumber and or Sanitary Engineer
5. Mechanical Plans and Fire Protection Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Mechanical Engineer
6. Electronic Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electronic and Communication Engineer

All these Professionals are included in Professional Fee of an Architect, because Architect and Engineers collaboration is the result of good design and planning of the projects.

Bahay kubo na pangmalakasan!
Mobilization and foundation...

Commit all your work to the Lord,and your plans will succeed.
Proverbs 16:3

https://www.facebook.com/KandZArchitects/
Professional Services offered:
1. Architectural Plans and Design
-Conceptual Plans to Final Design, Signed and Sealed by Registered and Licensed Architect
2. Structural Plans and Design (based on the Architectural Plans)
- Design, Analysis,Computation of Strength, Signed and Sealed by Structural Engineers and or Civil Engineers
3. Electrical Plans
- Design, Computation of Loads, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electrical Engineer
4. Plumbing Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Master Plumber and or Sanitary Engineer
5. Mechanical Plans and Fire Protection Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Mechanical Engineer
6. Electronic Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electronic and Communication Engineer

All these Professionals are included in Professional Fee of an Architect, because Architect and Engineers collaboration is the result of good design and planning of the projects.

FARM HOUSE AERIAL VIEW

MAIN HOUSE PERSPECTIVE

MAIN HOUSE 3D PLAN

HOUSE (TEMP) DESIGN

Ocular site visit for renovation.

Whatever you do, do all things to the glory of God.
1 Corinthians 10:31

https://www.facebook.com/KandZArchitects/
Professional Services offered:
1. Architectural Plans and Design
-Conceptual Plans to Final Design, Signed and Sealed by Registered and Licensed Architect
2. Structural Plans and Design (based on the Architectural Plans)
- Design, Analysis,Computation of Strength, Signed and Sealed by Structural Engineers and or Civil Engineers
3. Electrical Plans
- Design, Computation of Loads, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electrical Engineer
4. Plumbing Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Master Plumber and or Sanitary Engineer
5. Mechanical Plans and Fire Protection Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Mechanical Engineer
6. Electronic Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electronic and Communication Engineer

All these Professionals are included in Professional Fee of an Architect, because Architect and Engineers collaboration is the result of good design and planning of the projects.

4 Bedroom Modern Bungalow house☑️
Located at Concepcion,Tarlac.

Whatever you do, do all things to the glory of God.
1 Corinthians 10:31

https://www.facebook.com/KandZArchitects/
Professional Services offered:
1. Architectural Plans and Design
-Conceptual Plans to Final Design, Signed and Sealed by Registered and Licensed Architect
2. Structural Plans and Design (based on the Architectural Plans)
- Design, Analysis,Computation of Strength, Signed and Sealed by Structural Engineers and or Civil Engineers
3. Electrical Plans
- Design, Computation of Loads, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electrical Engineer
4. Plumbing Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Master Plumber and or Sanitary Engineer
5. Mechanical Plans and Fire Protection Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Mechanical Engineer
6. Electronic Plans
- Design, Signed and Sealed by Professional Electronic and Communication Engineer

All these Professionals are included in Professional Fee of an Architect, because Architect and Engineers collaboration is the result of good design and planning of the projects.