PM you her contact details. sorry dunno how to post pictures here.

Hi Kathlyn. Can I have her contact details too? Will be planning to furnish my unit very soon. Thanks a lot.

Sonnykhemist

bka pede mkahingi ng 2long?,..cno po ang architect d2 n nagtake ng board exam ng year 2008 pataas at year 2005 pababa?,..me ppsagutan lng po sna aq at least 5 questions for APP subject nmin,..about board exam lng po,architecture student po aq...sna po me mka2long skin,..cge n po,..ala p po kc aq kilalang mga architect n pede q tanungin,..4th yr student po aq from BSU(batangas)
marami pong slmat,..e2 po sna ung question q,..

NAME:
CONTACT #:
YEAR PASSED:
TYPE OF EXAM:
DIFFERENCES AMONG RA 8981
(if there is required haircut,wear,etc. in taking board exam)
HOW DOES RA 8981 AFFECTS YOU IN GETTING THE BOARD EXAM...

pcensya n po,..desperado lng,..psahan n po kc,.ang sbi ng kua q d2 dw po aq s skyscraperscity.com mghanap,..mdami dw po d2 architect,..slamat po ng marami,..sna po my mka2long s akin,..ska po pla 1st tym q lng po d2,.qng me hndi man po aq nsunod s rules and regulations pls.inform me,...marami pong salamat,...

Please refrain from using text speak here.

You may check the validity of PRC professional licenses in this link.

http://www.prc.gov.ph/services/?id=16





A collection of tips from actual SSCers exepriences... Note: This is DRAFT mode. I am not the sole author. These are compiled from actual experiences of SSC folks here who have dealt with fit-out of their units.

Originally based on this post (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showpost.php?p=28072076&postcount=357) by arnolds.


Can you relate?
Most of us unit owners are in a hurry to start finishing our units once they are turned over so that we can start enjoying the fruits of our labor. However most of us are inexperienced in construction, busy with our day jobs, and some are even not residing in the Philippines (sound familiar?).

So we decide to hire an expert, someone who can watch out for our own interests while we are busy working or with other things, someone who knows the ins-and-outs of fitting out a condo unit, construction, electrical safety, architecture, etc. We're not experts, they are. And we are willing to hire these people to take over and do a better job because this is their field of expertise.

Stop, Look and Listen
What we can say to you is that the most important step that will dictate if your unit is finished within a month or not-at all is your choice of Interior Designer / Contractor. The difference between a good ID / Contractor and a lousy one is heaven and hell, or in some cases, a law suit.

So if you are in the market out for an ID / Contractor. Stop. Take a breathe and read about what to watch out for here in SSC and other forums. Look for fellow credible SSC members who have undergone the experience and connect with them to learn from their experiences. Many of them will be happy to share this with their fellow unit owners who are undergoing the same thing they had. Listen to what they say and then based on the information you have, make an educated decision on your ID / Contractor or whether to do it on your own. Remember, that time spent planning and assessing your options WILL PAY OFF in the long run as your unit may remain unfinished with additional expenses of new contractors, law suits, rent opportunity cost, etc.


1. Basics - Certification
Is your Interior Designer a licensed ID? Call the Phil Institute of Interior Designers (http://piid.com.ph/)
Is your Architect a licensed architect? Call the United Architects of the Phils (http://www.united-architects.org)
Is your Contractor a member of the Philippine Construction Association? Lookup the PCA (http://philconstruct.com)

The practice of Interior Design and Architecture are regulated by the Philippine Government. This means that only those experts, passing certain standards, moral code, and certified by the PRC are able to perform these work.

ASK FOR YOUR ID / Architect's PRC number and then check the professional organization if indeed the person is indeed who he says he is. Check for good standing membership and ask for any past references of work. Keep the PRC number because if you have any complaints you can relay them to the professional organization using this as a reference. Note that YOU HAVE THE RIGHT to ask this from your ID / Architect.

Some of us had experience with a certain "Architect" and "Contractor" who refused to provide this willingly saying they would need to consult with his lawyer. If they had nothing to hide and were confident about their work, this would not be an issue.

Long story short, it was found out that this "Architect" was NOT A LICENSED ARCHITECT AT ALL. His partner "contractor" was ALSO NOT A LICENSED ARCHITECT and was actually using the PRC number of some other person. The "Architect" needed his partner "Contractor" because they need a PRC number to put in the working drawings to be submitted to the local city government / condominium management for approval of plans.

So when you choose your ID / Contractor, make sure they are who they say they are. Your ID may have a long title like "3D Multimedia Architect Interior Designer" but the only word that matters here is Licensed Architect.

Much more to come...

Next post: When an ID insists on choosing his own contractor / partner. Could there be a reason? What to watch out for.

Kamusta na kaya si Stephen Bading este David pala hehe, na 3D architect & interior design visualizer, 3D modeler/renderer/ animator, architect CADD designer, interior designer, multimedia graphic artist, & a non-linear video editor.... LOL! Sayang yong taong yon. Dapat sana marunong sya lumaro ng tama.

Hello David,

I have 1 unit that will have a turn over either next month or in Jan 2012. It is a 1 bedroom loft unit at the Fort with a floor area of 52 square meter. I need minor renovation that will include: cove ceiling, accent wall paint, shower enclosure, tv console & tv feature wall, master bedroom headboard treatment with cove ceiling. Please PM for your quotation.

By the way, do you also manufacture furnitures? If you do, please send me quotation also for a 3-seater L-shaped fabric sofa, 4-seater dining set, center table, queen size bedframe with mattress and side night table.

Thanks,

Hi:

Is there anyone here who is offering their servies for just lighting and ceiling design? I have a very modest 1br unit being turned over soon (approx 30sqm) and I would welcome anyone offering their services in ceiling and lighting design. The unit comes fully furnished. I just want to have a dropped ceiling and change the light fixtures around the unit so there's some mood lighting.

Leave a message here with your contact details or PM me. Thanks!

Kamusta na kaya si Stephen Bading este David pala hehe, na 3D architect & interior design visualizer, 3D modeler/renderer/ animator, architect CADD designer, interior designer, multimedia graphic artist, & a non-linear video editor.... LOL! Sayang yong taong yon. Dapat sana marunong sya lumaro ng tama.

Hi. What's with Stephen David? I was able to search his site and his renderings were very nice. I am actually interested in hiring his interior design services. Appreciate if you can give feedback. Thanks.

question on IDs, if a unit is small, like 21 to 24 sq meters, which one is easier to design - square-ish or rectangular condo units?

question on IDs, if a unit is small, like 21 to 24 sq meters, which one is easier to design - square-ish or rectangular condo units?

I think mas madali yung rectangular condo units. Its easier to layout kasi, feeling ko mas masikip tignan if square yung unit. :)

Hi guys, would just like to share some pictures of my wife's projects as an interior design consultant/contractor. These 2 projects are among of my favorites.

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/7.jpg

Here are the views of the dining and living area.

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/3-3.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/5-3.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/2-3.jpg

The bedrooms took into account the owners’ personality and offered little spots of relaxation.

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/4-3.jpg

We like to call this headboard feature the “rain maker” :D

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/1-3.jpg

This project was featured recently in the latest issue of Space Magazine

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/183724_195431203809920_110312905655084_662102_7449688_n.jpg


http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/13.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/21.jpg

I was lucky to be able to visit the said unit before turnover to owner that weekend. I must say that it would really be relaxing to come home to this space. The view of the city is something I don’t mind waking up to every day.

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/20-1.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/26.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/14.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/10.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/16.jpg
Hope you like the pictures!

Thanks for viewing Smiley

For interior design services, please feel free to contact 0920-9268086

Thanks

Kudos to your wife's job, Mr. SpacesForUrbanLiving! Wish I had the funds to come up with such a classy interior! By the way, the 'Rain Maker', I'd like to call it the 'Snowster' hehehe!

Kudos to your wife's job, Mr. SpacesForUrbanLiving! Wish I had the funds to come up with such a classy interior! By the way, the 'Rain Maker', I'd like to call it the 'Snowster' hehehe!

Hi foxyface,

Thanks for the comments :) hahaha actually my wife can also work on a budget :)

Hi everyone, would like to share some pictures of a house in Alabang done by my wife, hopefully it will also be featured in a magazine this year :D

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/_MG_8130.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/_MG_8139.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/_MG_7905.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/_MG_7952.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/_MG_7937.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/_MG_8154.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/_MG_8014-1.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/_MG_8083.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/_MG_8037.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/_MG_8166.jpg

Thanks for viewing :)

For inquiries, you may contact her directly at sohudesigns@gmail.com

Or you can contact me at 0920-9268086

Hi @SpacesForUrbanLiving,

I admire your wife's design.

Hi @SpacesForUrbanLiving,

I admire your wife's design.

Thanks for the comment HellyRoxy :)

Hi everyone, just sharing a project in Bellagio :)

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/8-1.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/4.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/5.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/3.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/1.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/6.jpg

For Interior Design services, please feel free to contact 0920-9268086

Btw, this unit is also for rent, please contact the number above

Thanks

any ID here can post their rate and samples of work? can you pls include budget of such works? thanks

Just sharing

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/3-9.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/7-4.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/6-6.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/1-11.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/2-8.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/9-2.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/10-2.jpg

For Interior Design services, please feel free to contact 0920-9268086

Btw, this unit is also for rent, please contact the number above

Thanks

Hi everyone! We just had our condo unit turned over to us a few weeks back and we're thinking about getting an interior designer to help us out...but I'm not really very familiar about how to get or pick one...so I have a few questions I hope you can help me with:

1. How does the process of getting the services of interior designer goes? Do we pay first to confirm that we are getting your services, or do you propose a design and the only time we pay is if we get your team to execute the design?

2. How would we know if the price we're paying for an ID is cheap, average or on the expensive side already? How much do IDs charge?

3. Related to #1, can we contact 2-3 designers then pick which one we like best without paying for their proposals?

4. Lastly, we're thinking of just getting IDs to help us with cabinetry only...would that lower the fee?

Thanks!

Hi Guys, Just sharing some of our works in Forbeswood Parklane, By the way this 1Bedroom unit is also For Rent at only P35,000/month inclusive of dues.
Pls do contact me at 0920-9268086

Thanks

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/4-8.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/5-8.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/1-15.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/3-14.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/2-12.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/6-7.jpg

For your Renovation and Interior Design services, please do contact me at 0920-9268086

Thanks

Hi Guys, Just sharing some of our works in Forbeswood Parklane, By the way this 1Bedroom unit is also For Rent at only P35,000/month inclusive of dues.
Pls do contact me at 0920-9268086

Thanks


For your Renovation and Interior Design services, please do contact me at 0920-9268086

Thanks

Beautiful work as always!

Beautiful work as always!

Thansk a lot Maddawg :)

For architecture I'll take the help of an architect but regarding home interiors (http://wwww.homeinteriorszone.com) I'll do my self.
Would you do it yourself? Hire an interior decorator/designer?

Very very nice!!! :D

Hi Guys, Just sharing some of our works in Forbeswood Parklane, By the way this 1Bedroom unit is also For Rent at only P35,000/month inclusive of dues.
Pls do contact me at 0920-9268086

Thanks

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/4-8.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/5-8.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/1-15.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/3-14.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/2-12.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/rs282/6-7.jpg

For your Renovation and Interior Design services, please do contact me at 0920-9268086

Thanks
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