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Metamorphosis is a change of physical form, structure, or substance. Just like how a caterpillar evolves into a butterfly, this rebrand is a part of the evolution of the UAP journal to suit the ever-changing and growing industry. I am delighted and honored to be part of the first issue of Arquitektura and be able to congratulate the team behind this project. Envisioned to capture all segments of the market, this journal is no longer just for local consumption; it shall now be a globally-recognized architectural journal that is filled with the Filipino brand and culture.

With this new audience, we hope to present astonishing projects, articles and the like by professionals in the architecture field. Again, congratulations to the entire editorial staff and to the contributors that made this rebrand possible. I am looking forward to holding a copy of the first issue of Arquitektura during the upcoming 47th UAP national convention.

Ar. Richard M. Garcia, FUAP, AA, PALA, PIEP National Executive Vice President

Warmest congratulations to the team that brought this year’s UAP Journal uniquely branded as Arquitektura, being the symbol and the face of our organization’s scholarly and creative works in the global front. The Professional Development Commission has successfully gone leaps and bounds in its effort to showcase to the members and to the general public a topnotch product that promotes that distinctive Filipino brand in the design arena.

We have barely explored the realm of the 21st Century and producing a material that ushers us into understanding its cross-border elements and how Filipinos can exhibit their artistry and global products is truly something that we as architects must be very proud of.

Let Arquitektura cascade to us new and interesting insights on Filipino Architecture and let it also learn from us as we contribute to the call for world-class outputs that are feature-worthy and deserving to land on the pages of this journal.

Again, my hats off to the team and may you be able to sustain this victory for our organization and for our profession. Let this product continue to spread the good news about our very own Filipino architecture. Mabuhay kayo at mabuhay ang mga Arkitektong Filipino!

Ar. Jonathan V. Manalad, PhD., UAP, PIEP Secretary General

Poblacion

Incorporating the rich history and traditions of Mindanao into a modern and contemporary interpretation of the Taboan.

Karunungan

Beyond Grit

Envisioning resilient, comfortable and secured walkable facilities and infrastructure in highly urbanized areas.