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THE UAP POST Volume 47 • Double Issue 2 • Octuber 2021 to May 2022

Message from the Editor-in-Chief Optimism and Drive Among UAP Leaders and Members: Identify, Nurture and Sustain Napoleon M. Ibanez Jr, UAP Editor-in-Chief, UAP POST

hen the UAP Post editorial council was tasked to develop themes W for the issues of the UAP Post to be released this year, we knew that it has to hinge on the pandemic and how it affects and challenges Architects when it comes to work, family, and even participation within the organization.

The first issue focused on the acceptance of responsibility by servant leaders for the organization, even with the uncertainties brought about by the pandemic. For the second issue, even as early as that planning session, we knew, with great optimism that the pandemic’s spread will weaken by the end of the year, and even throughout the first quarter of 2022.

Our theme for this issue is “optimism and drive” since we know that even with the continuing adversity brought about by the pandemic, this optimism and drive of the UAP remain strong, as shown in the list of events and celebrations delivered as found in this issue.

An analogy of this optimism and drive is that of a bicycle rider, who, faced with the difficulty of an uphill route, has no other recourse but to push through and pedal, despite the upward terrain. The reward is the destination, so to speak.

The same goes for the UAP, to continue to push forward and upwards to greater heights.

To further push on with this discussion on optimism and drive, for one’s participation in the organization, some say it is the destination that matters, while some would say it’s the journey.

As one chapter-mate who is a former servant leader herself explained to me, the optimism and drive of members and volunteers to serve the organization should be identified, nurtured, and acknowledged. No matter what the output of a leader or a member is, it is his or her small contribution to the elevation of the organization to greater heights. And no one has the right to impede or criticize one’s optimism and drive.

The development of an Architect’s drive to participate in the organization, and eventually be a leader, varies from one to another. There is no clearcut formula or progression when an individual would take up the mantle of leadership. He or she would first observe, what those current leaders are doing, their actions and statements, and, their relationships with one another. And hopefully, these observers would draw inspiration from the current flock of servant leaders, to eventually participate and become leaders themselves.

The power of the internet, social media, and other means of information dissemination such as the UAP Post should therefore be used positively, to entice future leaders to serve the organization. We should not look at the short term in our quest for improvements and development within the organization, and we should remember that leadership and participation is organic, ever-changing, and needs to be sustained.

The fire of leadership is kindled with optimism and fueled by positivity and a drive to carry on the tradition of camaraderie, excellence, and service. It’s the journey after all, and any destination is just a stepping stone for more adventures and achievements within our organization.

Cover photo contributor Michaela Constantino, UAP Creative Consultant for Arquitektura

The UAP Headquarters, as the principal office of the Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of Architects (IAPOA), stands as one of the symbols that represent the architectural profession in the Philippines.

The image conveys optimism and faith in the future. As Architects, we must express our faith in our profession and practice by working with virtuous dedication; in this way, we may build a solid reputation for service quality and transform people’s perceptions of our profession.

As UAP Architects, we must give our best and provide the highest professional standards when doing our part in designing and planning our country’s future, thus our desire to contribute should be unwavering, fueled by optimism and drive, no matter what challenge comes our way.

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Message from the UAP National President ‘‘ The positivity we clung to during the crisis saw us through all the challenges we heard, knew, and experienced. We are Architects and we are planners: we adapt to what is required and we solve what needs a solution. This is the kind of drive we all have as we see a future from imagination triggered by our inspiration and vision.

The theme “Optimism and Drive” of the second issue of the UAP Post is indeed applicable to us architects, and in this case, the UAP. The Organization has been steadfast in upholding our

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traditions and basic thrusts for this fiscal We are in transition from being anxious year. We as a team have held our heads about our future to adapting and up high and responded to what is needed recovering to normalcy. Most of us are to be done, and we have made concrete occupied with rebuilding our lives and plans, especially for our members. It is livelihood, but we will always endure innate in all of us that servant leadership whenever we keep in our minds and is a norm as we put other people first in hearts the word “UNITED”, for by being serving and devoting our time and effort together we can do great things for the for the betterment of the majority. profession, the professional product, the professionals, and the professional As an organization, we found ways and organization. spearheaded activities, through digital means so as to continue our service to May the great Architect in heaven be our members and the general public. with all of us always!

We held activities for both local and international affairs of the organization Let’s keep each other posted! including the International Conference for Architects (ICA), National Conference Congratulations to the UAP Post team! for Architects (NCA), World Architecture Day (WAD), National Architecture Week Mabuhay ang UAP. (NAW), and the recently concluded 47th Founding Anniversary of UAP and ARMANDO EUGENE C. DE GUZMAN III, FUAP 28TH National President of the United Architects National Convention. of the Philippines Fiscal Year 2021-2022

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The Pandemic is slowly weakening, and the economy is getting back on its feet as well. The light that represents getting back to normalcy is shining bright as we become more optimistic about what used to be a two-year ambiguous struggle for our future.

UAP JOINS CELEBRATION OF WORLD ARCHITECTURE DAY By: Ar. Mary Kristine A. Segovia, UAP Chairperson, World Architecture Day

through the Commission on Government and External Affairs (CGEA) and the World Architecture Day (WAD) 2021 Committee spearheaded the celebration of the said one-day event in the country last 4 October 2021 despite the pandemic. The 2021 WAD theme “Clean environment for a healthy world” was chosen to address issues involving housing, public spaces, and the environment.

environment as perceived by UIA is being realized. This project aims for architects to have visible and active participation in various community development activities and initiatives that delivers meaningful application and disciplines of architecture on sustainable community development and to establish a platform for the diversified exchange of ideas and concepts among UAP chapters, allied professions, industry partners and affiliated organizations.

WAD is celebrated every first Monday of October by professional architects and colleagues in the allied profession around the world. It was conceptualized in 2005 by the International Union of Architects or Union International des Architects (UIA) to pay tribute to the significant contribution of the architecture profession to the world. This global event also coincides with the United Nation’s (UN) celebration of World Habitat Day.

The following UAP Chapters participated in the UAP-UN Project aims Hook-Up namely: UAP Bulacan (Usbong 2k21:Pagkalinga at Paglingap sa Kalikasan), UAP Manila Atelier (Good Health and well-Being Pandemic CSR Projects), UAP Del PilarBulacan (Sagip Tulay-Sagip Buhay), UAP Datu Lapu-lapu (Project Relic) , UAP Cebu (Pakigkumbati: Cebu Designers Initiative), UAP KSA EPC (Build A School Project), UAP Ilocos Ciudad Fernandina (Conservation of Heritage Sites of Vigan City and Sta. Maria), UAP Laguna ( Tree Planting Project and Leadership Summit) ,and UAP Quezon City Saga ( From Plastic to Money).

The UAP as an affiliated organization to UIA joined the rest of the UIA’s allied organization, and its Commission in bridging the initiatives of the UN and the practical activities of architects to ensure that architects are not just responsive to the new Agenda for Sustainable Development, but prescriptive in its implementation, evolution, and realization until the year 2030.

Aside from the project hook-up, Filipino architects managed to celebrate this year’s WAD in various ways. The UAP had its ceremonial flag-raising ceremonies at the UAP National Headquarters led

by UAP National President Ar. Armando Eugene C. De Guzman III, FUAP and CGEA Executive Director, Ar. Romeo B. Vinco, Jr. An afternoon webinar entitled “Arkitekto+Arkitektura: Recognizing the Truest Forms, Character and Styles of Philippine Architecture” was also held.

webinar discussion became informative and interesting as the three invited resource speakers unselfishly shared their knowledge and expertise on the chosen topics. The resource speakers were: Ar. Joel V. Rico on “Philippine Architecture after 100 Years”: The Importance of preserving the colonial architectural styles and influences; Ar. Carmelo T. Casas on “The Modern and Contemporary Architectural Design Approach in the Philippines, and Ar. Michaela Rosette Santos-Tayag on “The Collaboration of Traditional Filipino Architectural Design Features and Sustainable Building Design Attributes”.

The five-hour WAD webinar was preapproved and accredited by the Philippine Regulation Commission.

A panel discussion and webinar spearheaded by the UIA held in the evening via zoom platform which featured presentations from Maria Neira (Spain), Director, Department of Environment, Climate Change and Health, World Health Organization; Tommy Valdez (Philippines), Member of the Eastern Regional Organization for Planning and Housing (EAROPH) and President, Society of Filipino Foresters Inc. (SFFI); Richard Nii Dadey (Ghana), Architect, and Ray Pentecost (USA), Director, UIA Public Health Group concluded the WAD 2021 Philippine celebration.

To respond to the said call for action, UAP through the CGEA WAD 2021 launched the UAP-UN SDG Project Hook-Up. Through the conduct of various related Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) projects of UAP chapters, the recognition that architects are equipped to respond to the complex challenges of the built The speakers’ presentation and the

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ARCHITECT TOMAS B. MAPUA MARKER UNVEILED By: Ar. Mary Kristine A. Segovia, UAP Chairperson, World Architecture Day

The actual unveiling of Architect Tomas B. Mapua Marker with UAP National President Ar. Armando Eugene C. de Guzman III, FUAP, Representatives from PIA, UAP Del Pilar- Bulacan, UAP Manila Nakpil and Mapua Family Members.

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ANILA - A memorial plaque by other representatives from the month. Aside from the MAPUA was installed and unveiled last various professional organization for Marker installation and unveiling various activities were also made 22 December 2021, at the Mapua architects. to pay tribute to the remarkable Mansion at Taft, Manila to honor the The occasion was graced by various contribution of Ar. Tomas B. Mapua architectural, academic, and heritage legacies of one of the most significant professional architects’ organizations to Philippine Architecture history.

Filipino architects, Architect Tomas National Executive Officers led by Mapua’s architectural masterpieces UAP National President Architect constructed during the American Bautista Mapua.

Armando Eugene de Guzman, III, period were the Cebu Custom House, The said activity became more FUAP, UAP NEVP Ar. Richard Garcia, Pier 7 in Port Area, the PGH Nurses symbolic since it was spearheaded PIA COF Chancellor Ar. Joel V. Rico, Home, the Dela Salle University Main by the United Architects of the and Ar. Mohammad Sarfraz Uttoh. Five Building.

Philippines (UAP) and the Philippine generations of the Mapua Family also The symbolic marker installation and Institute of Architects (PIA) through witnessed this momentous event. unveiling were made to recognize the the initiative of UAP CGEA WAD and The month of December of 2021 significant role played by Ar. Mapua on NAW 2021 Committees, the UAP Del Pilar- Bulacan Chapter, UAP was dedicated to Architect Mapua the remarkable journey of Philippine Manila Nakpil Chapter, and enjoined who was born and died in the same Architecture and the Architecture

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profession in the Philippines and for Some of the activities conducted that being the first registered architect coincide also with the celebration in the Philippines by the virtue of of the National Architecture Week Act 2985 or the “Engineering and 2021 was the “Brigada Mapua” (A Architecture Law” which was enacted repainting activity of the Mapua on 23 February 1921. He was the Mansion) held last 11 December supervising architect for the Bureau 2021, the Mapua Original Drafting of Public Works from 1918 to 1927. Table Exhibition which opened last 22 December 2021 at the UAP Architect Mapua was considered National Headquarters Lobby, and a one of the pioneers and epitome book publication which will feature of the superb skills, ingenuity, and Ar. Mapua as well as other notable craftsmanship of a Filipino Architect. Filipino Architects in the country.

He established the Mapua Institute of Technology in 1925 which became The “MAPUA” events were supported the Philippines’ premier architectural, by Pacific Paints (Boysen) Philippines, engineering and Technological Inc. led by Mr. Ruben Cueto. a school.

Architect Tomas Bautista Mapua 21 December 1888–22 December 1965) The first registered Architect in the Philippines.

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This event is one of the activities in line with the Centennial Anniversary celebration of the Architecture Profession in the Philippines. The Philippine Architecture Centennial celebration culminated last February 2022.

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NCA 2021 DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE Ar. Ludivico P. Idaño, UAP Director, National Conference of Architects 2021

On behalf of the United Architects of the Philippines And all these we call significant value, and the NCA 2021 PAGTINDIG Organizing Committee, affirmed that truly, UAP CARES. I wish to extend sincerest gratitude to all of the more than 1,200 delegates-participants, National Board of Special thanks to the NCA2021 ORGCOM composed of servant leaders Directors, UAP Secretariat, speakers, presenters, third for joining this journey and UAP party service providers, and industry partners that Secretariat for the extended support. contributed to the success of the NCA 2021 PAGTINDIG. Thank you UAP leadership and the Pre-pandemic, NCAs were held in different areas of UAP to bring it closer to the chapters. Amid global pandemic, NCA 2021 was held on October 1516, 2021 via HYBRID format: full virtual conference for the participants while in-person attendance for the Organizing Committee (ORGCOM) and Technical Personnel.

Apart from the NCA’s core programs, we strengthened its intents and purposes by injecting pre-conference CSR activities to respond to the urgent needs of time, in fulfillment of our CSR as an organization. Further, NCA 2021 entitled PAGTINDIG, shared timely approaches in coping up and further equipped Architects as we face the challenges of the transition.

NBD for the trust and confidence, and The conference’s theme “TINDIG for the wonderful opportunity to pilot a ARKITEKTO: Matikas na Pagharap national gathering of Architects. sa Hamon ng Transisyon” expressed it all. The architects’ featured Above all, thank you God Almighty for keeping everyone well and safe stories of success amid pandemic throughout the journey. To God be likewise demonstrated inclusivity all the glory! MABUHAY ANG MGA and inspiration. Ultimately, NCA 2021 ARKITEKTONG FILIPINO! featured the nobility of the architecture profession in many facets of service, Ar. Ludivico P. Idaño, UAP highlighting in parallel, innate kindness Director, National Conference of and compassion. The success of Architects 2021 DAMAYAN: SAGOT KITA ARKI program segment expressed it all.

“TOTOONG SA PAGDADAMAYAN, WALANG HINDI KAKAYANIN.”

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PAGTINDIG: The National Conference of Architects 2021 By: Ar. Ludivico P. Idaño, UAP Held on October 15-16, 2021 and attended by more than 1,200 delegates-participants, NCA 2021 titled PAGTINDIG, fulfilled intents and goals to inspire, elevate the level of preparedness and further equip the Architects as they face the challenges of the transition. It also featured the nobility of the architecture profession in so many facets of service. The conference’s theme “TINDIG ARKITEKTO: Matikas na Pagharap sa Hamon ng Transisyon” expressed it all. PAGTINDIG in ADVOCACY championing the spirit of “Bayanihan among Architects” amidst the pandemic, and PAGTINDIG in ARCHITECTURE in response to the threats of the pandemic and to the profession.

Yet again, amid global pandemic, NCA 2021 was held via HYBRID format: full virtual for the delegates and in-person attendance for the Organizing Committee (ORGCOM) and Technical Personnel, for a more cohesive program management, coordination and execution.

The activities kicked-off as early as August 2021 via pre-conference CSR activities, strengthening core programs in response to the urgent needs of time, and in fulfillment of CSR as an organization. 27 districts and chapters responded to the call.

Day 1, opening ceremonies, officially welcomed the delegates and laid down expectations for the next two days. Three powerful speakers graced the ceremonies: the Inspirational Speaker UAP National President Ar. Armando Eugene C. De Guzman III, the Motivational Speaker Dr. Carl E. Balita and the Keynote Speaker Bro. Arun Gogna.

The afternoon session featured consultative meeting and general membership assembly, with workshop-discussion on RA 9266, HB 10234 and many other issues and concerns, in line with protecting and strengthening the profession. Past National President and Task Force RA 9266 Chair Ar. Medeliano T. Roldan Day 0, October 14, 2021, featured chapter Jr. presented a comprehensive program president’s assembly national board of containing strategies and approaches. directors’ meeting in the afternoon and LIVE ONLINE KUMUSTAHAN with the industry Day 2, CPD webinar series started the day, with three resource speakers and topics partners in the evening.

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aligned with PAGTINDIG SA TRANSISYON, PAGTINDIG SA ADBOKASIYA and PAGTINDIG SA ARKITEKTURA. NCA 2021 also paid tribute to the first registered Filipino Architect Tomas Mapua featuring his life and legacy.

The afternoon session featured the PAGTINDIG Programs, that inspired architects by fellow architects’ stories of success amidst pandemic. The DAMAYAN: SAGOT KITA ARKI program segment was a success fundraiser, proceeds of which go to the UAP Members’ Welfare Fund (MWF) that provides assistance to COVID-19 afflicted members.

All throughout consultative meeting and CPD webinar series’ hours, CSR and District/ Chapter Reports occupied the online broadcast, including GET AN ARCHITECT advocacy videos.

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Finally, the MANCOM reports, conference report, awards and recognition, and the original PAGTINDIG “conference song” presentation, highlighted the closing ceremonies. UAP National President Ar. Armando Eugene C. De Guzman III officially opened and formally closed the conference. The Welcome and Fellowship Nights were also a bang, with the Battle of the Bands highlighting the Davies’ Welcome Night.

Thanks to the industry partners: Davies Paints, Teresa Marble, Emerald Pipes, Kohler Philippines, Nippon Paints, HCG, Bostik, Karatula, Crown Pipes, Rain or Shine, ABC Phil., Landlite Philippines, Crispy Sisig and Pascual Laboratories, for their generosity and UAP Secretary General Dr. Jonathan V. Manalad, UAP gracing the Opening Ceremonies support.

NCA 2021: The PAGTINDIG Programs By: Ar. Ludivico P. Idaño, UAP This fiscal year’s National Conference of Architects 2021 was truly challenging. All ORGCOM meetings were done via zoom, including all presentations of the program before the MANCOM, EXECOM and NBD. The NCA 2021 forum contributed a huge impact in the conference’s high attendance of more than 1,200 delegates.

Apart from the conference’s core programs, NCA 2021 injected pre-conference CSR activities in response to the urgent needs of time, and with 27 participants that responded, we believe we were able to create impact, positivity, hope and inspiration to people and communities amid uncertainties.

The PAGTINDIG programs featured architects and segments that highlighted the conference.

PANDEMIC ARCHITECT who specializes in pandemic-responsive designs featured, Ar. Joel Rico.

ARCHITECT IN PANDEMIC who personifies the theme PAGTINDIG (SA GITNA NG HAMON NG PANDEMYA), who quickly adapted to the challenges of the new normal, equipped himself of the necessary tools and learning, and continuously performed architectural services amid pandemic risks and threats, featured Ar. Alvin Garcia.

HBOX BORACAY and Ar. Rizalyn Gilos-Tayag for Abiera, QC Silangan Chapter, Tarlac Chapter, B&G SKIN REJUVE. District of B2 “DoBii” Band, KSA Eastern Province Chapter, Guam USA Chapter, Ar. Dante Aguirre, SALUDO: Serbisyong Arkitekto Zambales-Olongapo Chapter, art-piece auction (Advocacy Category) recognized an winners Ar. Jesus Palingcod Jr. and Ar. Corina architect who exemplifies leadership through Sibayan-Moleta, and all UAP GCASH account service, kindness and compassion by way of anonymous donors. For the rest of the delegates, community service and advocacies to the less- a percentage of the registration fee will also go privileged sector of the society, fulfilling the to the UAP MWF as proceeds. Thank you all very nobility of the profession as nation-builder in the much on behalf of NCA 2021 PAGTINDIG and UAP. social context, featured Ar. Restituto Renia.

“TOTOONG SA PAGDADAMAYAN, WALANG HINDI KAKAYANIN”.

DAMAYAN: SAGOT KITA ARKI Program and Fundraiser was a call The intents and purposes of these PAGTINDIG for kindness and compassion especially those programs are to inspire, spark positivity, champion looking for opportunities to help COVID-19 the spirit of BAYANIHAN, highlight the nobility afflicted colleagues, in support of the UAP- of the profession, and open-up opportunities Member1st Welfare Fund Programs. Our for kindness and compassion especially amid sincerest gratitude to those who participated and pandemic. All these we call significant value extended kindness, the program was able to raise affirmed that truly, UAP CARES. more than 180,000.00 which will go directly to UAP-MWF: Ar. Carlos Lacuna, Regional District A3, QC South Triangle Chapter, Bataan-Balanga MABUHAY ANG UAP AT MGA Chapter, NEVP Ar. Richard Garcia, Ar. Ramon ARKITEKTONG FILIPINO!

BayanARKIhan: Support Local Program was created to promote the spirit of BAYANIHAN AMONG ARCHITECTS especially amid pandemic, feature ARKIPRENEUR’S stories of success amid uncertainties and provide avenue for their business ventures where fellow architects could support and patronize.

NCA 2021 featured Ar. Ramon Abiera for XAM MODULAR FLOAT BOAT MFG, Ar. Dante Aguirre for DESIGNING DELICIOUS, Ar. Maricris Cruz for MMCRUZ BICYCLE TRADING, Ar. Gerard Orada for The Members of the NCA2021 PAGTINDIG Organizing Committee UNITED ARCHITECTS OF THE PHILIPPINES

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ARCHITECTS AND THEIR RELEVANCE IN SOCIETY

International Conference of Architects 2021 Manila, Philippines By: Maria Cynthia Funk, MAdvArc, UAP & Rebecca Vanessa Rellosa, UAP

should be at the forefront of enabling and building the resilience of its people.

As such, a strong message from the conference has been the co-creation of a post-pandemic world while we all look forward to responding to the call for leadership in three realms; in the creation of policies and working with government; in resilience by bouncing back with an agenda and a vision; and, in the new economics by thriving better in a world in the Anthropocene dominion.

Preparations for the said event commenced in 2019, under the leadership of ICA Convenor Ar. Medeliano Roldan Jr.. with the objective of once again, creating a milestone that is meant to echo the success a decade ago, when the Philippines hosted the same conference and APEC meeting.

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The exploratory format of the program by the organizers ensured a high level of engagement, not only among the speakers but also with the audience themselves. Each of the three sessions had individual presentations from 4 distinguished speakers on the assigned topic, followed by a 1-hour panel discussion with questions from both the moderators and audience, which allowed for a more in-depth discourse of the topics and engagement with the attendees.

The onset of the pandemic could have caused volatility and uncertainties in organizing the event; instead, it has become the perfect backdrop for the conference’s theme, leadership through architecture, which is best achieved with a global exchange of ideas and practices in the face of adversity. Architects

The ICA 2021 has been truly a memorable event against the backdrop of the global crisis for its learnings and realizations.

All in all, it has posed to us a challenge that architects should truly need to get involved.

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On October 26-27, 2021, the International Conference of Architects was hosted by the United Architects of the Philippines and was participated in by member economies of the APEC Architect Central Council (AACC). It is the overall authority for the control and management of the APEC Architect framework. Veritably a milestone, it has been entitled “Global Synergy” - an interplay of essential members of a whole, which when combined, would create an overall impact that is more outstanding than the totality of the individual contributions.

There is no distinction between natural and man-made disasters in front of this pandemic. As custodians of the environment, architects and planners should take part in discussing and creating policy greatly saving life and property. Politics, therefore, can be the vehicle by which collective decisions about public issues are arrived at. At the same time, as a society, we need to mitigate the impacts that disasters bring building resilient structures. These challenges certainly pose economic threats, therefore, there is a need to transition from an economy that is degenerative and divisive by default to one that is regenerative and distributive by design, as defined by economist Kate Raworth.

Future Forward NAW: The National Architecture Week’s 50th Anniversary (Part 1) by: Ar. Reynaldo M. Cristobal Jr., UAP, PIEP, RMP

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The United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) once again led the celebration of the National Architecture Week last December 6-11, 2021 which featured fifteen Continuing Professional Development (CPD) webinars courtesy of the great line up of speakers shown above, a Balangkasan, four original short documentaries, a nationwide simultaneous tree planting program, six simultaneous NAW exhibits, and the soft-opening of the UAP Museum.

The Philippines once again observed parks, cultural and art centers, as well Future Forward NAW (to be read as the National Architecture Week last as to modern trends in construction; “Future forward now!”) implies that December 6-11, 2021. The celebration and that it is desirable to draw (public) despite the challenges and uncertainties was spearheaded by the United attention to their invaluable contribution that we are all facing in the midst of Architects of the Philippines (UAP), the towards planned urban growth, this national health crisis, architects do Integrated and Accredited Professional environmental planning and for over-all not fret, for we are trained to look into Organization of Architects (IAPOA). social progress”. something and really see strengths and opportunities. In fact, architects literally This fiscal year’s celebration was truly Staying true to its roots, the UAP National turn dreams into reality as they mold special to the architecture community Architecture Week (NAW) Committee what would seem as a simple idea as the event is in fact on its 50th year. for fiscal year 2021-2022 led by Ar. (or concept) into a very tangible and It was on the 18th of November 1971 Reynaldo M. Cristobal Jr., envisioned habitable masterpiece. And this is UAP’s when Presidential Proclamation No. the 50th celebration to be the loudest, message to the public. We are ready, 934 was signed, declaring the second the longest, and most inspiring in because we foresee. Architects are week of December of each year as recent years, with the goal of making ready for the future, now!

“Architecture Week”. The very heart real connection to the general public of this festivity was well stated in the whilst stressing the real value of the The National Architecture Week 2021 said proclamation – “that architects architect and its God-given talent and celebrations is anchored on three main contribute to the systematic and well- skill of “foresight”. And with this, Future objectives. First and foremost is to planned development of urban centers, Forward NAW was born. “promote the importance of architects UNITED ARCHITECTS OF THE PHILIPPINES

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and the value of ethical collaboration with other professionals”. This is the driving force for the Pre-event programs such as the “Ready NAW” – a weekly talk show broadcasted via Facebook and YouTube every Wednesday from November 3 to December 1, 2021.

The second objective of the celebration was to “emphasize the architect’s ability to synthesize current socio-cultural behaviors and environmental challenges in envisioning or shaping the future built environment”. With this, the NAW Committee made a call for participation last October 27, 2021 for Nationwide Simultaneous NAW Exhibits to be held on December 1-7, 2021. Guidelines for two options were crafted by the Committee – physical exhibit, and virtual exhibit – application of which depended on the situation of the respective UAP Areas, Districts, and Chapters.

Ready NAW: The UAP National Architecture Week 2021 Pre-event Talk Show Episode 5 featuring the UAP National Management Committee and CGEA Executive Director. These episodes are still available and can be viewed on the UAP NAW 2021’s Official Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/uap.nationalarkiweek) and YouTube Channel (UAP NAW Committee).

The third and final objective of the event revolved around “increasing awareness and proactive participation of the general public in celebrating the importance of architecture”. This was achieved through the pre-event nationwide simultaneous tree planting program of the Committee, the 15 webinars conducted throughout the weeklong celebration, the four original documentaries, the Balangkasan and the soft-opening of the UAP Museum.

Overall, it can be said that the celebration of the 50th National Architecture Week truly lived up to expectations. Mabuhay and Arkitektong Filipino! Future Forward NAW!

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Nationwide Simultaneous NAW Exhibits were held last December 1-7, 2021. Photos courtesy of UAP Antique Chapter (left), UAP District C2 (middle), and UAP Pampanga Centro Chapter (right).

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Future Forward NAW: The National Architecture Week’s 50th Anniversary (Part 2) ‘‘ by: Ar. Reynaldo M. Cristobal Jr., UAP, PIEP, RMP

The National Architecture Week 2021 opening ceremonies headed by the NAW 2021 Vice Chairperson, Ar. Murielle N. Gallardo-Cristobal, kicked off last December 6, 2021. It was opened by the UAP National President, Ar. Armando Eugene C. de Guzman III, followed by a special message from the UAP National Executive Vice President, Ar. Richard M. Garcia, and a welcoming remarks by the NAW 2021 Chairman, Ar. Reynaldo M. Cristobal Jr. The President of the Republic of the Philippines, His Excellency Rodrigo Roa Duterte gave a congratulatory message to the architecture community as they mark the 50th year of architecture week. It was followed by the Keynote Address by the Vice President, Her Excellency Maria Leonor Gerona-Robredo, who expressed her admiration and support to the Filipino architect.

Fifteen Continuing Professional Development (CPD) webinars worth 14.5 credit units were hosted by the UAP NAW 2021 Committee throughout the week-long celebration. For the opening ceremonies, the Committee invited three Australian speakers who shared about the following topics: (1) “The Architect’s Role in Nation Building” by Prof. Anoma Pieris, PhD, (2) “Architectural Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic” by Prof. Amanda Achmadi, PhD, and (3) “Architecture and Urban Planning of the Future” by Ar. Iderlina Mateo-Babiano, PhD, UAP. These were capped off with a special lecture by the Dean of the Adamson University - College of Architecture, Ar. Sylvester Shaun D. Seño, M.Arch, UAP, PIEP, FRIA, titled: “The Architect’s Foresight”.

The celebrations overflowed to the Day 2 of the celebration which was headed by NAW 2021 Area B Representative, Ar. Reginald M. Cabrera. The first lecture titled “AGRItektura”

by Ar. Maria Mynn Porciuncula-Alfonso, UAP, encourages people to consider Agriculture in Architecture in cities. It was followed by a lecture by Ar. Isidoro R. Malaque III, PhD, UAP, PIEP, titled “Indigenous Practices on Filipino Architecture” which explores the construction of urban poor housing.

Lastly, the afternoon sessions concluded with “The Art and Science of Home Improvement” by Ar. Marietta BundalianSegovia, FUAP, PIID, which practically covers everything that impacts the overall interior functions of spaces.

The United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) once again led the celebration of the National Architecture Week last December 6-11, 2021 which featured fifteen Continuing Professional Development (CPD) webinars courtesy of the great line up of speakers shown above, a Balangkasan, four original short documentaries, a nationwide simultaneous tree planting program, six simultaneous NAW exhibits, and the softopening of the UAP Museum.

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Future Forward NAW Day 3, headed by NAW 2021 Secretary, The fifth day, headed by NAW 2021 Area A Representative, Ar. Ar. Michelle B. Ting, started with a webinar by EnP. Ibylou Melanio L. Martinez Jr., featured Ar. Gerard Rey A. Lico, PhD, Bandala-Golla, PhD, PIEP, which talks about “EIA for RLA’s: UAP, who unraveled the complex processes that inform the An Architect’s Guide to Environmental Impact Assessment”. development of Filipino architecture while demonstrating It was followed by a lecture on the “Significant Role of its potency as a palpable expression of Filipino culture Technology in Disaster Mitigation or Recovery Efforts through a lecture titled “Constructing Filipino Identity in Natural and Built Environment” by Engr. Reginald through Architecture”. It was followed by Ar. Ma. Luisa M. Juan M. Mercado, PECE. In the afternoon a lecture titled Valerio, UAP, which aimed to enable Filipinos to learn from “Indigenous Bioculture as Vital Contributor to Regenerative and to be inspired by our glorious past, through the lecture Living + Ecopreneur’s Competitive Advantage in a Time of titled “Heritage Preservation and Urban Development”. The Crisis” was conducted by Ar. Ronnie R. Yumang, UAP, PIEP, afternoon sessions gave participants four very powerful which pays tribute to the traditional Filipino culture while and inspiring documentaries about our built heritage. consequently awakening the entrepreneurial spirit among architects. It was followed with a talk by a documentary Finally, six brilliant architect-academicians were pitted film director, Dir. Pablo Gabriel R. Malvar, who shared about against each other through a healthy exchange of ideas the “Significance of Quality Documentation in Promoting a titled “BALANGKASAN: Should online education be pursued in Philippine architecture degree programs beyond the Brand or Advocacy”.

COVID-19 pandemic?”. Ar. Jocelyn A. Rivera-Lutap, DPA, Day 4, headed by NAW 2021 Area C Representative, FUAP, Ar. Minerva C. Rosel, MURP, UAP, PIEP, and Harvey Ar. Jodie Elexa O. Casco, opened with the nationwide A. Vasquez, M.Arch, UAP, presented their stand to pursue simultaneous NAW Exhibits by various UAP Chapters and online education under the YES Panel. On the other side, Districts followed by the Soft-Opening of the UAP Museum Ar. Rossano G. Baradi, M.Arch, UAP, Ar. Maricel L. Modesto, located at the headquarters in Scout Rallos, Quezon City. MSCM, UAP, and Ar. Michael Roger S. Sanchez, M.Arch, In the afternoon sessions, Ar. Richard M. Garcia, FUAP, MBA, UAP, also presented their personal stand under the PIEP, opened the CPD webinars with a talk titled “LifeCentric Architecture: Livable Communities for the Future NO Panel. The debate was moderated by UAP Commission and Better Normal”, which was followed by a lecture on on Education Executive Director, Ar. Maria Cynthia Ylaganhow architects contribute to PWD Social Inclusion through Funk, M.AdvArch, UAP, and the Dean of the Adamson accessibility efforts titled “Architects Advocating Social University – College of Architecture, Ar. Sylvester Shaun D. Inclusion” by the blind architect himself, Ar. Jaime G. Silva, Seño, M.Arch, UAP, PIEP, FRIA. FUAP, PABA.

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The UAP National Architecture Week Committee together with the UAP Makati CBD, UAP Commission on Education, and the UAP Committee on Balangkasan opened the channels for discussion on a hot topic surrounding architecture education which may heavily affect the future of the profession. It featured six brilliant architect-academicians whom presented their personal opinions and stand on the subject matter.

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On the Closing Ceremonies headed by NAW 2021 Area D Representative, Ar. Reyl B. Espirituoso, a special documentary titled “Ugma” (Visayan term for kinabukasan or tomorrow) was presented by the Committee featuring the future of the architecture profession – the UAP Student Auxiliary and Graduate Auxiliary.

It was followed by a spotlight on the Nationwide Simultaneous Tree Planting program which was participated by architects and friends all over the Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao islands and even from abroad.

This pre-event program which happened last November 27, 2021 coincided with the observance of the National Environmental Awareness Month, and has truly brought architects closer to the public in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Architecture Week.

Overall, the week-long celebration was filled with physical and virtual activities for both architects, allied professionals and the general public where one can learn, nurture the environment, be proud of Filipino architecture, have fun, and be friends with one another.

All these will not be possible without the support of the UAP NAW 2021 industry partners; AGC Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd, Davies Paints, DecoClad Walls and Ceilings, Dutch Boy Philippines, Unitec Pipe Manufacturing Corporation, Emerald Vinyl Corporation, HCG, Holcim Philippines, Kuysen Enterprises, and Republic Powder Coat Corporation.

Once again, Happy 50th National Architecture Week!

Mabuhay and Arkitektong Pilipino!

Future Forward NAW!

Architects and friends all over the Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao islands joined UAP Future Forward NAW’s Nationwide Simultaneous Tree Planting program. Some of the participating Chapters are shown above (upper left) UAP Bataan Peninsulares, (upper right) UAP Manila Maharlika, (lower left) UAP Bacolod, (lower right) UAP Balladaw Dabaw.

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By Dean Lorelei B. De Viana, PhD, UAP Executive Director, UAP Center for Filipino Architecture

the announcement and awarding of the Centennial Logo Competition winner, Mr. Harold Haber.

A highlight of the centennial was the inauguration of the UAP Museum and the opening of the exhibit Architecture of Statecraft: Imaging Architecture in the Early 20th Century, curated by Architect Gerard Lico, Phd, who is UAP CFA Deputy Director and Publications Chair. The exhibit attended by representatives of the ACCC and the UAP presents archival plans and drawings of major government buildings courtesy of the Department of Public Works and Highways.

The UAP celebrated the 100 Years of the Architecture Profession in the Philippines through activities that commemorated the passing of the Engineering and Architecture Law or Public Act No. 2985 on February 23, 1921. The law created the Board of Architecture and established the holding of a licensure exam for architects to be held twice every year. Professionalizing the field of architecture, the law gave the title of Architect to all those who not only passed the board but also who had practised as architects for years with valid diplomas from architecture institutions. Maestros de obras who had been engaged in architecture could still continue practising but were not allowed to sign architectural plans and drawings.

Under the leadership of past UAP National President Renato A. Heray, FUAP (+) the UAP initiated the creation of the Architecture Centennial Coordinating Committee (ACCC) composed of participating architecture

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The UAP Del Pilar Bulacan Chapter unveiled a marker for the restored Tomas Mapua House in Taft Avenue, Manila; launched The American Colonial Public School Buildings: The Archival Materials book, the product of a research grant from the NCCA; and, organizations namely the Philippine Institute exhibited at the UAP Headquarters lobby, of Architects, Architecture Advocacy Tomas Mapua’s drafting table, which was Federation, Inc., Bangsamoro Architects, lent by the Mapua family. and Society of Moro Architects. Past UAP National President Heray was named Culminating the celebration was the Honorary Chair of the ACCC. The UAP Center launching of the two-volume Arkitekturang for Filipino Architecture under Executive Pilipino by Architect Gerard Lico on the Director Lorelei de Viana was the UAP lead second day of the UAP Area B Assembly held in the celebration. in Villa Escudero, Tiaong, Quezon on February 19, 2021. The book is a definitive take on A Centennial Logo Competition was launched Philippine architecture, discussing not only immediately, after with the UAP Committee historical periods, styles, and personalities, on Education drafting the guidelines. but contemporary issues and debates that also includes heritage conservation and On February 22, 2022, representatives sustainability issues. This was followed of the ARCC participated in a Centennial by a short video of the centennial activities Tour of the Ayuntamiento de Manila, undertaken by the ACCC with messages from Intendencia Building, and Mapua University UAP National President Armando Eugene de which was founded by the first registered Guzman III, UAP National Executive Vicearchitect, Tomas Mapua.

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Presidents and representatives of the ARCC in front of the Statue of ARCC representatives in front of the Tomas Mapua Bust in Mapua Philip II and the Intendencia University

The UAP Museum at the second floor of the UAP HQ

ED Junar Tablan of the Committee on Education announces the Exhibit of Tomas Mapua’s drafting table by the Del PIlar Bulacan winning entry by Harold Haber in the Centennial Logo Contest Chapter

The American Colonial Public School Buildings The Archival PIA documentary film showing of Sulyap sa Pamana for the Materials book celebration of the centennial

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The UAP Museum

By Dean Lorelei B. De Viana, PhD, UAP Executive Director, UAP Center for Filipino Architecture

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The creation of the UAP Museum was of the UAP CFA, presents archival plans, pursuing architectural design with their one of the major activities to celebrate drawings, and photographs from the vernacular takes on public buildings. the 100 Years of the Architecture DPWH and his personal collection, in a Profession in the Philippines. The tapestry of images that depict the role UAP National President Armando Eugene brainchild of NEVP Richard Garcia, FUAP of the State in the shaping of public de Guzman III led the ribbon-cutting and spearheaded by the UAP Center buildings in the Philippines in the years ceremony together with Architects for Filipino Architecture (CFA), the UAP before the Second World War. Josefina Bautista and Carmelo Casas of Museum was inaugurated on December PIA, and Architect Ellison de Guzman of 9, 2021 during Architecture Week The exhibit critiques architecture as a the DPWH Bureau of Buildings.

Celebration. form of statecraft where foreign styles such as the Neoclassical and Art Deco The UAP is grateful for the support Located at the second floor of the find their way in buildings designed by extended by the different UAP Chapters UAP Headquarters, the UAP Museum the architects of the Bureau of Public namely, Makati, Diliman, Manila Metro, opened with an exhibit Architecture of Works. While foreign styles have been Manila Maynilad, and Manila Centrum; Statecraft: Imaging Filipino Architecture used as a general template for civic Arc Lico International; University of the in the Early 20th Century. The exhibit buildings, the nationalist sentiment East architecture students; and the curator, Architect Gerard Lico, PhD, of Filipino architects have resulted in DPWH in helping realize the opening of Deputy Director and Publications Chair Filipino architects like Juan Arellano the UAP Museum.

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Architecture of Statecraft Exhibit Infotexts

Dr. Gerard Lico, the exhibit curator, explains the concept behind the Architecture of Statecraft Exhibit

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Plans from the DPWH Archives

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The UAP launched Dr. Gerard Lico’s new book “Arkitekturang Pilipino: A History of Architecture and the Built Environment in the Philippines” during the UAP Area B Assembly held on February 19, 2022 at the Villa Escudero, Tiaong, Quezon. The book launch was the culminating activity of the celebration of the 100 Years of the Architecture Profession in the Philippines which was organized by the UAP Center for Filipino Architecture. The event included a video-documentary by the author on the making of the book with explanation of the development of Philippine architecture through a historical survey and critical analysis of prominent buildings and their architectural styles and contexts.

The book traces the history of Philippine architecture from its primeval roots to its contemporary manifestations. The work is a product of Gerard Lico’s two-decade career

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The set of books are a must-have for students, researchers, and enthusiasts, and gives a comprehensive, multidisciplinary overview of Philippine architecture and the built environment not only as a parade of buildings, but as a result of a complex interaction of society, history, and cultures.

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understood by the public. Consequently, it presents the genius of the architects behind the works–showing that Filipino architects have their own agency in designing buildings.

They are not mere copycats of foreign designs but have their own logic, styles, and design philosophies which are informed and influenced by their respective contexts. The vivid descriptions and technical discussions, accompanied by rich photographic and archival materials, as well as axonometric models of notable edifices give the reader an immersive and holistic experience of buildings as they flip through the pages.

on the works of prominent Filipino architects of the early 20th century, and gives a glimpse into the development of local architecture between the early Commonwealth and World War 2 eras. In volume two, the chapter “Heritage Stewardship” gives a comprehensive overview of heritage conservation in the Philippines from its roots in the colonial era until recent developments in the field. This chapter also serves as a fitting culmination to the expansive narrative presented in the book, and serves as a call to action to appreciate and preserve our architectural heritage for future generations.

Two chapters are of note. In volume one, The two-volume “Arkitekturang Pilipino” is the chapter “Decadence and Destruction” sold as a set, and is available at the Façade highlights the beginnings of the Philippine Books Shopee account. architectural profession in the 1920s and the development of local architectural practice.

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as a professor and architectural historian.

Arkitekturang Pilipino covers the discussion of Philippine architecture and urban history in ten chapters, with its chronological discussion divided into two volumes. The first volume covers early history to the American colonial eras, while the second volume covers the post-colonial to the contemporary eras.

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UAP KICKS OFF GOLDEN JUBILEE AT 47TH FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY Alberto C. Dumlao, UAP, PIEP National Auditor

The United Architects of the Philippines (UAP), the Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of Architects (IAPOA), kicked off its Golden Jubilee Celebration at the 47th Founding Anniversary last March 26, 2022 with back to back programs held at the UAP National Headquarters Building in Quezon City and the Philippines Pavilion at EXPO 2020 in Dubai, UAE.

overseas, giving due recognition and honor to the Global Filipino Architects who have continued to contribute to make this world an exciting platform for architecture and design.

It also served as kick-off for the UAP 50th Founding Anniversary (Golden Jubilee) which the organization will be celebrating in 2025, marking 50 years since it obtained from the With the theme Unity – Collaboration Securities and Exchange Commission Across Borders, this year’s anniversary Registration No. 60782 after almost 4 is the first of its kind as it was jointly years of negotiations. celebrated in the Philippines and

UAP NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS PROGRAM Alberto C. Dumlao, UAP, PIEP National Auditor

The program for the day started off for APGA; Arch. Maria Nina B. Arce, This was followed by the unveiling

at 8:00AM (GMT+8) with the Flag FUAP, AA, APEC AR, Chancellor- of the proposed designs for the Raising Ceremonies led by Co- Elect, UAP College of Fellows; RD- Architect’s Credo Wall and UAP chairman for the 50th Founding A3 District Director Arch. Maricelia Timeline Wall to be located at the Anniversary, National Auditor Arch. Arce Ignacio, UAP; together with Past Ground Floor Lobby of the UAP HQ, Alberto C. Dumlao, UAP, PIEP and National Presidents Arch. Medeliano The designs were presented by the National Treasurer Arch. Jason S. T. Roldan, Jr., FUAP, AA, APEC AR; UAP Committee on Land and Building Ang, UAP, ASEAN AR, PIEP. Also in Arch. Enrique O. Olonan, FUAP; and Management, through its Deputy attendance were Hon. Arch. Corazon Arch. Emmanuel P. Cuntapay, FUAP. Chair, Ar. Alberto S. Gonzalez III and F. Tandoc, FUAP, AA, Member, PRB- Officers from Metro Manila-based Member, Ar. Marvin R. Reabad in AR Member, Signatory for LPA; Arch. UAP chapters were also present. behalf of CLBM Chair Ar. Jacinth John Luis C. Montes, Jr., FUAP, Signatory A. Lazo.

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The attendees then proceeded to Teatro Arkitekto for the Thanksgiving Mass which was officiated by Fr. Rey Paglinawan, from the Diocese of Cubao.

The mass was followed by the Program Proper hosted by UAP Comms and RDB1 District Director, Ar. Jose Tan, UAP, PIEP showcasing messages from UAP National Executive Officers, Founding Members and Past National Presidents.

In his Welcome Remarks, NT Ang referred to this year’s celebrations as the “starting line onwards to UAP at 50.”

“Today…is a resounding kick-off… (as) we, as a proud and illustrious organization, celebrate towards our Golden Jubilee in 2025. The road to gold has not been easy. It has been strewn with many challenges along the way. But reaching a ripe and mature 47 years is really indicative of the far more many inroads and victories and achievements...

Let us give honor and acclaim to all those who have worked hard especially those who have gone before us” he said.

This was followed by video messages from the other members of the UAP Management Committee – National President Arch. Armando Eugene C. De Guzman III, FUAP; National Executive Vice President Arch. Richard M. Garcia, FUAP, AA, PALA, PIEP; and Secretary General Arch. Jonathan V. Manalad, UAP, PIEP.

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The rest of the program was highlighted by messages from Chancellor-Elect Nina Bailon-Arce, Vice President for Area D Arch. Albert S. Rosel, UAP and the Past National Presidents Arch. Froilan L. Hong, FUAP; Arch. Jaime C. Marquez, FUAP; Arch. Yolanda David-Reyes, FUAP, LIKHA, AA, APEC AR; Arch. Prosperidad C. Luis, FUAP, LIKHA, AA, APEC AR; Arch. Rozanno C. Rozal, FUAP, AA, APEC AR; PNP Roldan; PNP Olonan; and PNP Cuntapay.

Arch. Montes, one of three surviving signatories of the document approving

the Constitution and By-Laws of the UAP, recounted his memories of those auspicious moments of our organizations history. The other two surviving signatories are PNP Hong and Hon. Tandoc.

The morning program was wrapped up by a message and announcements from 47th UAP National Convention Director Arch. Minerva C. Rosel, UAP.

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The afternoon program featured an episode of KYP Live: Kwentong UAP HQ, hosted by UAP Comms’ DD Tan and 50th Anniversary Co-chair NA Dumlao, with guest PRB-AR Member Hon. Arch. Corazon F. Tandoc, FUAP, AA for the launching of the UAP 50 Years History Book. Hon. Tandoc presented the preliminary design of the cover, after which she briefly described the contents and what members can expect from the book. She then ceremonially turned the draft over to the UAP ManCom represented by NT Ang and NA Dumlao.

Hon. Tandoc was then joined by Past National President Arch. Ana S. Mangalino-Ling, FUAP, AA, together with the distinguished members of the UAP National Headquarters Task Force - Arch. Wilson Y. Sioco, FUAP, Chairman; Arch. Jose Siao Ling, FUAP, AA, LIKHA Designate, Chairman for Implementation and Resources; and Arch. Alejandro O. Cua, FUAP, Chairman for Construction.

They recounted how the dream of constructing the UAP Headquarters Building was borne out of their experience of the UAP having no permanent offices since its through the valuable support of our establishment.

Hon. Tandoc industry partners, and finally, the described how the UAP went settlement of all arrears facilitated from changing offices when by the UAP Golf Cup which ran for administrations changed, to the 10 years. small, window-less office at the Cultural Center of the Philippines, Arch. Siao Ling expressed his to the purchase of the Marbella joy in having contributed to the realization of the dream to construct Condominium Units. a permanent home for the Filipino The panelists also recalled how the Architect, and wished that UAP UAP HQ Task Force came to be, then Chapters may also be given the same to the purchase of the lot, to the opportunity to establish their own eventual construction of the building individual chapter headquarters.

To cap the HQ Program, physical attendees and online viewers were taken on-board a musical journey that traced the history of the UAP in general and the HQ Building in particular. Hosted by UAP Comms Chair Arch. Anna Gonzalez, UAP (Barasoain) the segment featured the UAP Singers composed of Arch.

Louie Vito, UAP (QC Elliptical); Arch.

Sada Ajihil, UAP (Manila Alcaldia); Arch. Alex Siaron Peña, UAP (Makati CBD); Arch. Jon Jerome Librodo, UAP (Fort Bonifacio); and Arch. Renz Tividad, UAP (Manila Ilustrado).

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EXPO 2020 DUBAI PROGRAM Alberto C. Dumlao, UAP, PIEP National Auditor

The Dubai program was held at 5:00PM (GMT+4) at the Philippines’ “Bangkota” Pavilion at EXPO 2020, starting with UAP Talks featuring PRBOA Chair and UAP Past National President Hon. Arch. Robert S. Sac, FUAP, AA, APEC AR, who talked about ASEAN Architect and APEC Architect Qualifications and Opportunities, and the husband and wife tandem of Arch.

Jose Ramon Carunungan, FUAP,AA and Arch. Catherine B. Carunungan, FUAP, AA, who shared their insights on the international practice of architecture.

Arch. Royal Christopher L. Pineda, UAP, the architect of Bangkota, briefed the attendees on the philosophy behind his design and gave the attendees an exclusive tour of the pavilion.

The program then resumed with the Chapter Presidents of the Host Chapters, Arch. Kristine Marasigan, UAP (Dubai) and Arch. Jay Bertoldo, UAP (Abu Dhabi) giving there welcome remarks.

This was followed by messages from UAP Past National Presidents Arch.

Ramon S. Mendoza, FUAP and Arch.

Benita O. Regala, FUAP, AA, as well as

from members of the UAP ManCom led of the UAP Golden Jubilee Plaque led

by UAP National President Armando by CP Marasigan and CP Bertoldo. The Eugene C. De Guzman, III, FUAP. plaque was showcased in Expo 2020 until its closing and will be transported As the highlight of the program, NP De to Manila in time for the 47th National Guzman led the unveiling of the UAP Convention in April 2022.

Golden Jubilee logo, assisted by the Co-Chairs for the 50th Anniversary As culmination, NP De Guzman, Celebration, NA Dumlao and Arch. assisted by CP Marasigan and CP Christian R. Vasquez, UAP. This was Bertoldo, awarded certificates of immediately followed by the unveiling recognition to the Global Filipino Architects of the UAP behind the design and construction of EXPO 2020 Dubai.

“The Global Filipino Architects of the UAP is a celebration, a celebration of our ingenuity, creativity and resilience as Filipinos. Because we truly matter.

The world is open. And case in point, our architects here in Dubai are very significant in the building of this great nation,” NP De Guzman said.

Arch. Jan Michael Peramide, UAP (Dubai) served as program host.

The exclusive event partner for the 47th UAP Founding Anniversary is Davies Paints Philippines.

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ONWARDS TO UAP AT 50 Alberto C. Dumlao, UAP, PIEP National Auditor

The UAP 50th Founding Anniversary - Golden Jubilee is set to take place on 2025. However, rather than celebrating this milestone in our organization’s history in just one day, the organizing committee, together with the National Board of Directors thought it would be more appropriate to kick off the event 3 years prior, resulting in a celebration spanning at least 4 Fiscal Years.

With the theme, “Celebrating 50 Years of Unity, Advocacy and Professional Excellence,” the UAP Golden Jubilee will have the following subthemes to be highlighted by all Founding Anniversaries prior to it: 47th Anniversary (2022) – Collaboration Across Borders –

UNITY,

Highlighting the UAP: 1. As a product of integration of the three major architectural organizations at the time – the Philippine Institute of Architects (PIA), the League of Philippine Architects (LPA) and the Association of Philippine Government Architects (APGA) 2. In its role as the Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of Architects (IAPOA) in the Philippines; and 3. As an organization that prides itself in the diversity of its membership, spread across 186 chapters, 3 continents and 9 countries.

48th Anniversary (2023) – ADVOCACY, Providing a Collective Voice for Filipino Architects Highlighting the UAP’s role as: 1. The collective voice of Filipino Architects; and 2. The front liner in all matters concerning the architecture profession and the built environment.

49th Anniversary (2024) – PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE, The UAP as Vanguard, Steward and Guardian Highlighting the UAP’s role as: 1. A vanguard of ethical conduct, professional discipline and social responsibility; 2. A steward of the built and natural environment; and 3. A guardian of values relating to nationalism and good citizenship.

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A THREE - YEAR CELEBRATION Alberto C. Dumlao, UAP, PIEP National Auditor

Following are just some of the programs and projects that the significant events, highlights and achievements that UAP members can look forward to as we celebrate the Golden have characterized the past 50 years of the UAP, through podcasts, variety shows and concerts, and through a social Jubilee. media plan where members can also send in their own The UAP History Book Volume 2 (2001-2025) – As the personal experiences in being part and serving through the sequel to the first UAP History Book published in the year organization.

2000 - “The 25 Years of UAP”, this second volume will feature the terms of office of all the UAP National Presidents from FY The UAP Golden Jubilee Gala Night – This will be the 2000-2001 to FY 2024-2025, along with updated sections culminating activity of the Golden Jubilee Celebrations, on the further growth of the UAP through its chapters, as featuring Member and Chapter Awards, live performances, well as new sections on UAP’s membership to international among others. organizations, Bayanahing Arkitektura- our corporate social responsibility program, awards and recognitions received, NP De Guzman, in his message he delivered in Dubai, enjoined all members of the UAP to celebrate this milestone the UAP National Headquarters, among others. in the history of the UAP. Likhang Ginto – The Likha Gold Medal Awardee Lecture and Exhibit Series – Beginning in 2022, this lecture and exhibit “Our organization, since its inception in 1975, has been at the series will feature the life, works, philosophies and service forefront of the pursuit of the profession, the professionals, of all the Likha Awardees. The Likha awardees up until 2025 the professional product and our professional organization.

Onwards to the 50 years of UAP in 2025, we have to will also be featured in a coffee table book. celebrate. We have to celebrate the trials and the triumphs, Gintong Parangal – The Golden Jubilee Design Awards – the frustrations and felicitations, the problems and of course Recognition will be given to 50 iconic buildings or projects our solutions” he said. from the last 50 years, across all building types, representative of the UAP’s commitment to design excellence through its “Because everything is part of this game we call life, we members. These buildings will also be featured in a coffee cannot have everything, but we can make the best of anything if we continue to be united in our hearts and minds” he added. table book.

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Our distinguished speakers receiving their plaques of appreciation during the closing portion of the Day 03 seminars, here shown with NP Ar Armando Eugene de Guzman, ED Ar Antonio Valdez, NC47 Ar Director Minerva Rosel, and moderators Ars Elda Shina Samoza and Felicisimo Tejuco, Jr.

The United Architects of the Philippines held its 47th National Convention on April 21-23, 2022. As a result of the pandemic and the safety measures implemented by the government, the NatCon47 was the first face-to-face resumption of this annual gathering after a couple of years. It was also the first time a hybrid set-up was attempted: registration was offered both for virtual and in-person delegates. The seminars mirrored this unique set-up, with speakers delivering their presentation either virtually or in-person.

speakers under this sub-theme discussed their topics, starting off with Ar. Grace Ramos (Philippines), who emphasized that evolutions are made possible by constant knowledge seeking and processing, and how architects, through creative exploration and scientific methodologies contribute to the community and nation building. The next speaker, Ar. Aishani Jayasinghe (Sri Lanka) discussed how academic research is helpful and necessary to be able to make informed design decisions. The last speaker for the day, Ar. Rattapong Angkasith (Thailand) shared his presentation of his projects and case studies and the research processes that went into the planning and design of these endeavors. The fact that all speakers for Day 01 are from the academe made for an interesting discussion during the Open Forum that followed all the talks.

Taking-off from NC47’s “SIBOL: Filipino Architects Reaching Up and Reaching Out Towards a FQuture-Ready Environment,” the seminars for all three days were divided into 3 sub-themes. Day 01: Relevance of Research to Our Architecture Practice, Day 02: Emerging Trends in the Global Front, and Day 03: Emphasizing the Role of Architects in Community Service. At the helm of each Day 02’s Keynote Speaker Ar. Pei Ing Tan (Malaysia) discussed day was an illustrious Keynote Speaker followed by 3 speakers Design for Health, after the International Union of Architects (UIA) capably sharing their experience related to their sub-theme. designation of 2022 as the Year of Design for Health. Borne out of UIA’s partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), it For Day 01, Keynote Speaker Ar. Prosperidad Luis (Philippines) aims to develop cities planned and built with a focus on human talked about how research is ever-present in the conceptualization and environmental health. The next speaker, Ar. Henry Yap process of any planner and designer. In the afternoon, the 3 (Philippines) shared his insights and analysis of the pandemic’s UNITED ARCHITECTS OF THE PHILIPPINES

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The idea of offering a hybrid set-up that enabled the participation of both virtual and in-person speakers and delegates for the NC47 seminars seemed daunting at first, what with the technical and logistical challenges ranging from different timezones, connectivity issues, audio/video glitches, among others --- but the desire to come together and participate in thoughtprovoking discussions and learn from each other more than made up for these perceived difficulties. Also for the first time, all these seminars were to be recorded and uploaded to the NC47 virtual platform and made accessible to all delegates for a duration of 1 month, allowing all delegates, including those in different time-zones to watch on-demand.

The success of these hybrid seminars calls to mind NC47’s theme SIBOL --- growth and adaptation to existing conditions, adjusting to the new normal, arming oneself to be ready for the future. It is this hope for growth that UAP and its members nurture in the months and years to come.

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Day 01 speakers being projected onscreen at the SMX venue and via online platform during the Open Forum

Day 01 Keynote Speaker PNP Ar Prosperidad Luis delivering her talk in front of in-person delegates while being streamed online for virtual attendees.

impact on the property market, real estate business, and tourism. He also shared encouraging forecasts and statistics as well as resiliency traits to be able to move forward with confidence. Speaker Engr. Maximo Carvajal (Philippines) presented the different programs and projects undertaken by the Department of Public Works and Highways, and its impact on the development and progress of the country. The third speaker, PBGen. Manuel Gaerlan, (ret.) (Philippines) mentioned the important role of planners and architects in the development of this tourism, business, and industrial destination. He also shared the many planned investment projects for the Clark Smart City. Again, the diverse experience and expertise of Day 02’s group of speakers generated interesting questions and inputs from the delegates during the Open Forum.

Not to be outdone, Day 3’s Keynote Speaker Ar. Rita Soh (Singapore) shared her view on the challenges brought about by the impact of the pandemic and other current world problems, as well as her own philosophy on life and influences as an architect. Ar. Pawan Shrestha (Nepal) gave an eyeopening presentation of what transpired during the Gorkha 2015 earthquake and the rebuilding efforts afterwards. Ar. Danilo Fuentebella’s (Philippines) presentation consisted of his various projects as City Architect of Tacloban, as well as efforts made during and after typhoon Yolanda. Finally, speaker Ar. Dolly Anne Zoluaga shared her contribution as an architect in community service as part of the Iloilo City Planning and Development Office. These inspiring and thought-provoking talks produced a lot of questions during the Open Forum.

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Fosters made by Ar Cesar F. Domingo for day 1,2,&3 seminars.

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Confidence in Continuity in Leadership ARMANDO EUGENE C. DE GUZMAN III, FUAP 28TH National President of the United Architects of the Philippines Fiscal Year 2021-2022

My dear friends and colleagues,

We look forward to the day when we no longer receive complaints and concerns about illegal practices. But for now, we open our doors to going Time and again, the United Architects of the Philippines, through the through the same painstaking and crucial process once again, just like strong and willful direction of the National Board and with the unparalleled what we always do, because this is a continuous commitment for our support and active engagement of our districts and chapters from all over organization and the profession we continue to protect. the world, has unceasingly committed itself to protect the profession and the general membership.

I am confident that the incoming leadership will continue cultivating what we have planted so that future UAP members will reap the fruits of this This year, we saw how we all joined together with great optimism and drive collective effort. to advance our profession, ensuring we continue taking a stand for what is right and just and what our profession deserves under the Constitution. These advancements are no typical feat. We take pride in cementing our name and our profession when it comes to legislation. Finally, the light at I want to touch on how UAP was able to advance our legislative agenda, the end of the tunnel is getting brighter. With much optimism and strong most especially in championing the implementation of RA 9266. With the drive, we are getting there.

UAP Task Force RA 9266 together with the National Board of Directors at the helm, the proposed bills that we have lobbied in Congress and At the end of the day, what we do is not just for ourselves alone. We are the Senate are key advancements we hope will reach a favorable final here for a better architecture profession in the country and for our future decision soon. The UAP is fortunate that there are leaders who are on our architects so they may fully exercise our profession’s rights in line with our side in this battle.

Constitution.

These public servant leaders strongly believe in our cause of a better architecture profession in the country. They opened their doors for us to have discussions and consultations on our proposals, and we are thankful that they heard us as one body calling for the protection of our profession and the members we serve.

These recent developments mirror our UAP thrusts—Servant Leadership, Unity, and Diversity & Member First.

As leaders who put service first above gain, we champion Servant Leadership. We hope to inculcate this aspect in our future UAP leaders— that we must allow ourselves to become fully passionate about our duty We are confident and optimistic that their commitment is not just lip as servants. Our heart to serve should come first, all without expecting any service. As they have done and proved in the past, their support is with personal rewards in return. us. We are looking forward to their assistance in pushing for our causes in the next Congress.

Our plans and programs are anchored toward an organization that remains a strong force. As the IAPOA, we are the authority that leads by Other milestones that we have achieved so far are the programs and example—and that is to promote inclusivity among our profession—the initiatives taken by our Committee on Anti-Illegal Practices to address more than 50,000-strong membership across the world who each has the issues of illegal practices in our profession. The drive to go after their contribution to offer to the organization and the profession in general. professionals and companies who malign or step on our rights as professionals is not a walk in the park. We recognize the challenges that Lastly, we do all these with the direction towards Member First—a core come with going after big names and entities that seem to hover above trust with which we banner the interest of our general membership by us, but because we know what is right and what is under the law, we were putting them first above anything else. Everything the UAP does is all for able put illegal practices down. the members.

It takes a whole lot of courage and determination to put down illegal For now, I enjoin each and every one of us to keep on being active in practices, and these are not done overnight. our organization. Continue championing our advocacies through your respective platforms. Most importantly, continue being the great Filipino Over time, we saw how the Committee painstakingly processes issues architects that we are—for as members of UAP, we are bound to reach raised to them and addresses them crucially with an unbiased and high above and beyond, and we are destined for greatness. impartial perspective.

Mabuhay ang Arkitektong Pilipino! Mabuhay ang UAP!

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The proclamation of the incoming National Board of Directors Executive Committee for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 during the National Convention, with National President Armando Eugene C. De Guzman III, FUAP Incoming National President: RICHARD M. GARCIA, FUAP, ASEAN ARCH, PALA, PIEP Incoming National Executive Vice Presient: Ar. Jason Ang, FUAP Incoming Secretary General: JASON S. ANG, UAP, ASEAN ARCH, PIEPIncoming National Treasurer: Ar. Rene Richie Corcuera, FUAP Incoming National Auditor: Ar. Annie C. Pugeda, FUAP Incoming Area A Vice President: Ar. Donato B. Magcale, FUAP, SFRIA, AA, APEC AR, Intl. Assoc AIA Incoming Area B Vice President: Ar. Delfin M. Mirabete Jr., FUAP, PIEP, PSPE, NAMPAP, EAROPH, MS Arch Incoming Area C Vice President: Ar. Ramon Francisco M. Teruel, UAP Incoming Area D Vice President: Ar. Albert S. Rosel, UAP

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message of the National President to the Incoming team will do a great job yet again for the organization and TheLeadership the whole architecture profession .

On behalf of the United Architects of the Philippines, we would like to commend the men and women servant leaders who helped from administration to administration.

Being in touch with each other should be a standard and keeping each other informed would help us be kept updated on the foregoing, projects, and innovations that we do as we evolve as an organization. The UAP Post is a perfect platform that we need to empower and continue to keep ourselves, our members, and the public informed of our organization.

Ar. Richard M. Garcia is a servant leader who we have known professionally and personally, we firmly believe that this transition from the pandemic to the better normal fits his attitude and strengths because of his clean and clear vision. We are to transfer the leadership to a person we believe in and support for we saw his selfless dedication to the betterment of all architects and the whole industry.

Every transition should be smooth and selfless for the organization and all the architects in it, we must look past our personal differences and objectivity is key to good Leadership is such a daunting task that we are to sacrifice continuance. We have one profession, let’s continue to time and effort for the betterment of the profession, the strive for unity despite our diversity, be servant leaders for professionals, and the professional organization. We the members as we put them always a top priority. change leaders ever so often and as we go forward with the times; we need to be updated, raise the bar of ideas, Let me commend the past servant leaders of the augment what was done, and have a healthy transition. organization, lets’s continue a tradition of excellence thru this transition, we are to better ourselves as we move on There will be an upcoming transition by the end of June for the greater good. where I am personally very proud to say that the next ARMANDO EUGENE C. DE GUZMAN III, FUAP leader is someone I believe in too as well. I am proud and 28TH National President of the United Architects confident that the incoming National President and his of the Philippines Fiscal Year 2021-2022

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“KALIPAY SA KAHAYAG PROJECT”

BRINGING BACK HOPE AND FAITH THROUGH A SYMBOLIC LIGHT By: Michael T. Ang, Fuap, and James G. Jao,Fuap

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Whenever we are faced with uncertainties and hopelessness in life, we look for that proverbial silver lining. A flicker of light that will restore our confidence and faith telling us that all will be well. Quoting Rachel Skatvold, “A ray of light made a rainbow through the mist”, we are reminded that the path to the universal symbol of hope, the rainbow, will start with just a spark of light.

The two years of living dangerously in a world of pandemic engulfed us with fear, despair, and sadness. Accustomed to a pre-pandemic world of being free to move around, to watch movies, and to enjoy the simple joys of bonding with friends, colleagues, and relatives, it was really a big challenge to be suddenly confined in the four walls of our abode, restricted and deprived

of the freedom to move around by a vicious virus that is even invisible to the naked eye.

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last March 11, 2020. Suddenly everything changed. Work, school, shops, and recreational modes all changed to something virtual, which is an environment that is new and strange to the majority of us. This is especially true to the elderlies, the members of the College of Fellows (COF) included. Many of us have to cope with the situation of being isolated from family members and friends, rendering everyone in a depressed mood.

However, thanks to the technology of virtual platforms such as Zoom, Google Meet, MS teams, and the simplest of all, the Facebook messenger, the COF continued to reconnect with the members, to bring a semblance of fellowship albeit virtually. We have witnessed the eagerness and joy of each member in the virtual platform greeting each other with words of encouragement and wishing everyone good health and safety became the most common greetings. Slowly we became accustomed to a virtual social life. We continue to share life experiences, celebrate milestones with colleagues and friends, console with grieving members who have lost a loved one, learn of new knowledge through webinars, and even share food virtually.

Few may have opted to keep away from the virtual crowd, but the majority still continue to look forward to our monthly fellowship.

The camaraderie between the members of the COF was sustained.

What was even more inspiring is that kindness and generosity despite the difficult situation prevailed among the members. Our sense of community was still intact. We continue to perform our corporate social responsibility even in our own small way. The COF was challenged last December 2021 when part of the Visayas and Mindanao was hard hit by a natural disaster.

Cebu experienced a catastrophic tropical cyclone, category five hurricane last December 16, 2021. The two hundred sixty kilometers per hour gustiness left a lot of people in the mountain villages or Barangays homeless. Their houses, which were made of light tropical materials, were devastated. Many have to endure life without water and electricity for more than a month.

Immediately, the COF officers headed by Chancellor Ar. Michael Ang, together with the immediate past Chancellor Ar. Pamela Amador, decided to donate for the people of Cebu who badly needed help.

Vice Chancellor Ar. James Jao, being based in Cebu assessed the situation and recommended giving hand held solar powered lamps as donations to affected mountain barangays, to help them navigate at night and do their household chores. Many COF members responded to the call for donations.

On December 30,2021, the 350 units of Solar hand-held lamps arrived in Mactan Airport in Cebu. Immediately Vice Chancellor Ar. James Jao, in behalf of the COF, travelled to personally deliver the lamps to the mountain Barangay of Sudlon-1, Cebu . With the assistance of Barangay Captain Dante Tabucal and his officials, 250 units were distributed to their constituents.

The project may be a simple one, but the impact of providing sources of light to the displaced families in their darkest hour brought hope, faith, and confidence to these families. It sends the signal that all will be well and life will continue to move on for as long as there are people who care and would be willing to share a part of their

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blessings to the less unfortunate ones. The monetary value may not be much, but it made a difference. The project was aptly named “ Kalipay sa Kahayag” literally translated to “Happiness in the midst of Brightness”. Truly the project brought smiles to 350 affected families of typhoon Odette.

The COF shall continue to endeavor to pursue projects that would uplift the image of the Filipino architects as among the more socially responsive professionals in the country.

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On January 01, 2022, a follow up distribution was conducted by the Vice Chancellor through the assistance of Barangay Captain Bienvenido Lauronilla. Another 100 units of hand-held solar lamps were distributed to the constituents of Barangay Valencia in Carcar City, Province of Cebu.

Emergency Architects The Institutionalization of the EA activities into the UAP By: Ar. Maria Cynthia Y. Funk, MAdvArch, UAP

The poster that started it all. Typhoon Odette and wreaked havoc and, by calling for architects to offer help, we discovered the desire to get involved was great.

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The EA, together with the Commission on Education, created a process map which outlines the journey of a societal call for help, the volunteer architect, and the organization, thus institutionalising the EA activities into the UAP at large. thousands of families homeless, placing at risk some of the impressive social and economic gains made since recovering from the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic of the past two years.

UAP Areas C & D (which constitute Visayas and Mindanao) were hardest hit.

As such, the UAP responded immediately through the shipping of water filters to various parts of Visayas and Mindanao, but the devastation pushed the UAP to go further, beyond fund drives and relief packs. Architects needed to step up and Following the deadly Typhoon Haiyan live up to their relevance in society and whose devastation can be chalked up the importance of their role in disaster to a series of bad coincidences in 2012, management. the Emergency Architects was organized in 2013. It is a network of competent By institutionalizing its activities, the UAP architectural professionals and affiliate has responded to the devastation caused architectural aspirants that provide by this recent typhoon, and the role of appropriate technical support and the Emergency Architects, also referred assistance to communities in preparing to as EA, has been priceless in re-tooling for, responding to, and recovering from architects by establishing capacity disasters. With an average of 20 typhoons building activities as a convention or during the year, not to mention other norm in the organization. disasters such as fire, volcanic eruptions and earthquakes, to name a few, the The three directions established Emergency Architects’ job has proven by the EA in its three clusters are to be most valuable in establishing the community engagement, shelter role of architects in society, making modeling and information, education and its rounds among disasters which take documentation. A culture is therefore place around the country through which created and cascaded to UAP architects research has been made and papers in capacity building seminars. Concretely, have been written. the idea was initially a dry-run among those who had volunteered after the EA Towards the end of 2021, Typhoon Rai made the call, and a series of webinars struck, locally known as Odette, and it were held to organize the volunteers made its first landfall bringing torrential better. Disaster Risk-reduction and rains, violent winds, floods and storm management is a new concept not surges to the Visayas and Mindanao taught in architecture undergraduate Islands. In an overnight, the typhoon left schools but is a postgraduate course

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offered in the more progressive schools so this is primarily the footstool for a strengthening of the architectural profession at this time. It is so timely that the “vulnerability” perspective in disasters, which is rapidly emerging as a dominant view in the field, assumes that a real disaster occurs when it strikes an underprivileged population.

Vulnerability is formally defined as “the characteristics of a person or group and their situation that influences their capacity to anticipate, cope with, resist, and recover from the impact of a natural hazard.” (PRB, Washington DC, USA, 2011) Filipino architects have so much to give in this sense especially among the poor population. So the Emergency Architects should not be limited to a special committee but the whole organization aiding society.

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According to the World Bank, the Philippines is one of the most natural hazard-prone countries in the world.

The damage caused by natural disasters in the country is increasing socioeconomically and exacerbated by a lot of factors such as population growth, a change in land-use patterns, migration, unplanned urbanization, environmental degradation and global climate change.

In order to achieve the development goals in the Philippines, there is a need to lessen risk caused by disasters.

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pre-positioned through a communitybased cooperative/enterprise ahead of time through (a) outright purchase, (b) rental, or (c) retainer arrangement with suppliers, or (d) a combination of any of the suggested modalities.

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The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate combined with local knowledge and Change (2014) defines resilience as capacities in the community and enabled the “capacity of social, economic, and by policy and investment support from environmental systems to cope with a local government units (LGUs), National hazardous event or trend or disturbance, Government Agencies (NGAs), and responding or reorganizing in ways that non-government organizations (NGOs). maintain their essential function, identity, Partner communities are involved in and structure, while also maintaining varying capacities from the identification the capacity for adaptation, learning, of their needs, as well as during the and transformation.” On the other hand, design, fabrication, and integration of community resilience is “a measure of the ATS solutions into community-based the sustained ability of a community to contingency plans. Tapping into the unique utilize available resources to respond and collective perspectives of the endto, withstand, and recover from adverse users through participatory community situations” (RAND, n.d). Empowerment risk assessments and emergency shelter plays a crucial role in enabling communities needs analysis, the multi-stakeholder to tap into their latent abilities to address team found that the issue of providing underlying conditions that shape dignified living spaces in evacuation their vulnerability as individuals and centers is not just about numbers, it is collectively as communities (Tumamao- also an opportunity to relinquish back to Guittap And Furigay, 2021). When working the communities the power and control with vulnerable communities, architects over the resources they need to ensure need to deliberately depart from common their survival. top-to-bottom practices. Rather than treating them as passive recipients of By involving urban poor community interventions, enabling these community members in planning, developing, and members to occupy space in the proverbial constructing their emergency shelter table by recognizing them as experts of services, they gain awareness and take their cultural contexts, local practices, ownership of their local DRRM plans. and social dynamics; and capacitating Towards inclusivity, simple construction them as partners in designing, planning, methods requiring very little skills were and decision-making improves their long- preferred so that women, the elderly, and term capacity to cope with, bounce back, even differently-abled persons can lend a and recover from disasters. hand. The ATS Menu of Options deliberately opted for common materials that can be Drawing on our experience working with found or bought in local hardware shops various stakeholders for the Moving to ensure that local businesses benefit Urban Poor Towards Resilience (MOVE- from shelter mobilization projects. Since UP) Project Alternative temporary shelter access to materials can be challenging (ATS) Component, technical inputs from during disasters, the technical team also building professionals are effectively suggested that these be acquired and

Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (2014): Summary for policymakers. In: Climate Change 2014: Impacts, Adaptation, and Vulnerability.

Part A: Global and Sectoral Aspects.

Contribution of Working Group II to the Fifth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change [Field, C.B., V.R. Barros, D.J. Dokken, K.J. Mach, M.D. Mastrandrea, T.E. Bilir, M. Chatterjee, K.L. Ebi, Y.O. Estrada, R.C. Genova, B. Girma, E.S. Kissel, A.N. Levy, S. MacCracken, P.R. Mastrandrea, and L.L. White (eds.)].

Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, United Kingdom and New York, NY, USA, pp. 1-32. available at: https://www.ipcc. ch/report/ar5/wg2/ accessed 24 March 2022 1

Rand Corporation (N.D.)Webpage COmmunity Resilience available at: https://www.rand.org/topics/communityresilience.html accesed 24 March 2022 2

Tumamao-Guitap G.S. and Furigay J.N. (2021), Opinion Piece/ Designing Shelter Programs Empower Communities,PP 159 -161, available at : www.shelterprojects. org accessed 22 March 2022 3

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A menu of ATS designs that consider varying timeframes of occupancy, availability, and configuration of space, as well as deployment conditions, were developed to fit a wide variety of contexts. (Source: UAP EA and ACCORD, Inc.)

Mockup setup for Temporary Covered Court Partitions (TCCP) used to secure stakeholder buy-in and training. (Source: ACCORD, Inc.)

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UAP EA’s work on Alternative Temporary Shelters recognized in Conscious Cities Anthology 2021 By: Ar. Rodelon M. Ramos, UAP, PIEP

The UAP Emergency Architects’ case study The Center for Conscious Design emerged on co-producing alternative temporary from the Conscious Cities movement that shelters as a pathway towards building advocates for a science-informed and community resilience was selected as a community-driven approach to connecting finalist for the Conscious Cities Anthology people and places through mindfully 2021 dubbed “The Person-Space crafted technology and interfaces.

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Working on Theme 1: Community Participation, Cross-disciplinary Design The paper, entitled “Co-producing Research, and Practice, and interfacing emergency shelter solution as a with the CCD’s advocacy on Design for community empowerment approach: Equity and Democratic Design, the UAP learnings from the MOVEUP Alternative EA’s pool of writers/researchers was Temporary Shelters (ATS)” builds upon the directed by Ar. Geomilie Tumamao-Guittap fundamental work of the United Architects with co-authors Architects Frank Urcia, of the Philippines- Emergency Architects Vinson Pacheco Serrano, Rodelon Ramos, and the linkages and collaborative Jocelyn Francisco, and Adrian Toisa, partnerships it has established with brings into international awareness the key stakeholders and actors such as insights from years of co-developing and communities, local governments and co-designing emergency shelter systems civil society organizations involved in the with various stakeholders and partners Moving Urban Poor Communities towards through the MOVEUP project.

Resilience (MOVEUP) Project.

UAP EA’s Case Study on Alternative Temporary Shelters published on Conscious Cities Anthology 2021’s compendium and accessed through Google Books

The anthology takes off on the Center for Conscious Design’s 2021 Conscious Cities Festival in which the following themes were explored: 1.Community Participation, Crossdisciplinary Design Research, and Practice.

2.The relationship between the phenomenology of spatial experience, building technology, and computation.

3.Quantifying the person- space dialogue and impact-driven design methods and processes.

Role of critical theory and pop-culture in the design of future places The compendium of submitted and approved case studies and papers were published online last October 2021 on the official website of the Center for Conscious Design.

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A Call to Action: UAP Emergency Architects mobilizes architect and student volunteers for Typhoon Odette Response By. Ar. Rodelon M. Ramos, UAP, PIEP

Thereafter, the Volunteer Kick-off and Orientation meeting was set last January 11th, and attended by those who signed up through the official registration links publicly disseminated by UAP EA. The main agenda of the meeting focused on determining the proposed forms of working engagement and the general directions to be undertaken by the UAP EA. Six forms of engagement were identified and they were Communications, Linkages, Logistics, Resource Mobilization, Technical Services, and Fieldwork. Additionally, a private Facebook group page that will serve as a centralized repository of updates and information related to UAP EA’s projects and engagements was created. A chapter match-up program, where one UAP chapter will appoint one

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coordinator for a committed engagement or partnership, was also urgently discussed and deliberated upon.

Building on the Kick-off and Orientation, UAP EA had called for a follow-up meeting with the pool of volunteers to delve into UAP EA’s engagements and directions relevant to Typhoon Odette Response. A Volunteer Engagement Session was organized last February 5th wherein UAP EA formulated a Process Map for its Post-Disaster Response and the overview of the three directions of the organization has been finalized and shared with the participants.

These directions are take-off points for EA capacity building for all volunteers who signified their interest and commitment to become part of the Typhoon Odette Response. The first direction is Community Preparation and Engagement. The second direction is Resilient Shelter Modeling and explores initiatives on coconut timber utilization and the shelter anchor tree, proposing an improved building technique for resilient reconstruction. The third and last direction is engagement related to Information, Education, and Communication, to carry forward the organization’s initiatives and stimulate a wider reach.

An overview of the ongoing projects was shared and discussed to the plenary. These projects are coded as Siargao 1, Siargao 2, Project Mabini (Dinagat,) Project Bohol Shelter Cluster, Project Culasian (Palawan), Project 30K, Project Zambo, and BMC-Build My Church (Negros Oriental). Some of the local convenors officially representing these projects graced the Volunteer Engagement Session and they were given a chance to share more background on and immediate needs for their respective communities.

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Urgently responding to the aftermath of Typhoon Odette (International Name: Rai) that mercilessly battered the Southern Philippines late December 2021, the United Architects of the Philippines Emergency Architects (UAP EA), the sociocivic disaster arm of the United Architects of the Philippines, has embarked on an undertaking to assist disaster-struck communities through elevating the role of architects in the realm of disaster response and rehabilitation. In the process of organizing and restructuring itself, UAP EA has hit the ground running by strategically linking with several organizations and institutions while appealing to the collective spirit of volunteerism among architects and architectural aspirants to join the organization’s humanitarian thrust.

Process Map for Typhoon Odette Response being explained by Ar. Funk and Ar. Lisay

UAP EA initiates Capacity Building Session for Typhoon Odette Response Volunteers By. Ar. Rodelon M. Ramos, UAP, PIEP as a construction and architectural material. The last lecture of the afternoon session was about the Shelter Anchor Tree. Architect Francis Edward Urcia and Architect Jocelyn Francisco took turns to present and share examples of local building practices and how they exhibit resilience through proper and appropriate techniques and local ingenuity found in disaster-stricken communities. The concept for the Shelter Anchor Tree proposes a refined construction innovation that reinforces building resilience and disaster-responsive construction that can be adopted by With the relentless help of the Ar. Ma. Cynthia Funk, MAdvArch, Executive Director of the UAP Commission on Education, the Capacity Building workshop was formally accredited for 2 self-directed CPD points.

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UAP Emergency Architect’s Core Group, enumerated the core humanitarian under the direction of its Chairman Ar. principles espoused by UAP EA. Ar. Jose Miranda, has taken off to mobilize Tumamao-Guittap also touched on the its volunteer-members and gather local Age, Gender and Diversity approach, the convenors to identify areas of initiatives forms of community engagement, and that needed strengthening and fine- context-rooted design in the previous tuning. A Capacity Building Session was works of UAP EA. The succeeding lecture organized after the engagements and was about the work of the Information and directions of the organization were clearly Communications cluster, where its Cluster established. A full-day weekend event Head Architect Rodelon Ramos facilitated a was held on February 20, 2022 where small workshop through Miroboard where two sessions were facilitated by UAP EA’s joint objectives, commitments, resources Cluster Heads. and risks were identified collaboratively with the volunteers.

For the AM Session, lectures on Community Preparation and Engagement The PM session gave emphasis on was led by the Capacity Building Head the technical capacity building of the Ar./EnP. Geomilie Tumamao-Guittap. She volunteers through Resilient Shelter discussed the context of the responses Modeling. Chairman Ar. Miranda jumpengaged in by the UAP EA, expounded started the second half of the event with on the concept of humanitarian action, an insightful presentation on Coco Lumber demystified the actors and responders as Resilient Material and shared many working on disaster response, and projects where coco lumber was employed

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UAP EA’s work on Alternative Temporary Shelters recognized in Conscious Cities Anthology 2021

Ar. Ramos leading and maneuvering the online collaboration of Ar. Tumamao-Guittap sharing a highly informative lecture on the volunteers for the InfoComm workshop Community Preparation & Engagement

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Ar. Ferdinand Isidro de la Paz Past President, CBD Chapter/B3 Deputy District Director

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In celebration of the National Architecture Week as mandated by the Presidential Proclamation 934 issued on November 18, 1971, panaNAW 2021 was organized, mounted, and curated as an online exhibit to showcase various ‘perspectives’ of architecture created by architects belonging to the 14 chapters of UAP District B3 over the past 5 decades.

From December 6 (Monday) to December 12 (Sunday) 2021, the virtual exhibition featured selected projects across various social media platforms as thematically categorized into design typologies per day. Day 01 showcased works on Residential Architecture found in local and global locations as designed by UAP B3 architects.

The succeeding days featured Commercial Architecture, Hospitality Design, and Institutional Architecture for the Education, Healthcare, and Government sectors. Fittingly, the last day of the exhibition showcased works on Religious Architecture. View and learn more about the featured projects via the dedicated event website at https://sites.google.com/view/ uapb3pananaw2021/home architecture of Locsin and Mañosa by With these virtual celebrations, UAP District B3 not only expanded the watching the event at opportunities for learning on architecture more importantly, elevated h t t p s : / / w w w . f a c e b o o k . but c o m / u a p k e e p i n g y o u p o s t e d / the appreciation for our collective contributions to our noble profession. videos/294212565968099

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In conjunction with panaNAW2021, a film showing on the National Artists for Architecture Leandro Locsin and Francisco Mañosa was showcased last December 10 via zoom and streamed live via UAP Keeping You Posted’s Facebook page.

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ARCHITECTURE BOOKS DONATION UAP DISTRICT C1 It is under the thrust of the UAP C1 District Director Buck Richnold Sia that design knowledge reinforces the capacity of our fellow Colleagues to improve standards through design and detailing. Design knowledge should also be shared to the general public. By providing design books for the consumption of the community, it inspires individuals to take up and join the industry, as well as have a better understanding of how our profession can improve the built environment.

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In line with this, the United Architects of the Philippines District C1, under the leadership of their District Director, conducted a voluntary act of donating architectural books to the Office of the City Architect last September 28, 2021 and to Captain Cipriano A. Barba Mini Library, a small community library for the military and their families, located inside Camp Lapu-Lapu, Cebu, last October 8, 2021.

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Arkitekto Sigurado, Kaya Ako Mag-Aarkitekto UAP LAS PIÑAS CHAPTER By: Ar. EnP. Johnus Renan D. Mirazol, UAP, PIEP Area B Editor / Chapter President UAP Las Piñas Chapter

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The Architecture profession indeed has a brighter future, as UAP Las Piñas Chapter held its Youth Empowerment Program & Corporate Social Responsibility Project entitled, “Arkitekto Sigurado, Kaya Ako Mag-Aarkitekto,” last October

30, 2021.

Motivational talks to them the significance of the were given by UAPLPC Members, Architecture profession in nation Ar. Bernard Alvarez, uap, under building, and to enlighten the youth government practice and Ar. on the journey of architects, from Camille Beatriz De Leon, uap, the academe to the battlefield. for private practice. The program Moreover, the program was is envisioned to inspire these designed to instill the dream to young minds and make known become future architects, and

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also to augment their capacities for E-learning by providing the necessary electronic gadgets to support their online education.

More than 300 registered Grade 6 level students and teachers at CAA Elementary School in Las Piñas City, the largest public school in the Philippines with over ten thousand enrolled students, participated in the YEP-CSR Program of UAPLPC online via Zoom. A series of games and raffle draws were held with prizes ranging from G-Cash winnings, pocket WIFIs, USB drives, and for the grand raffle draw, 8-inch electronic tablets had been given. Principal Ronaldo Lara, PHD also delivered an inspirational message for the students and commended UAP Las Pi ñas Chapter for their efforts & generosity.

Distribution and Awarding Ceremony at CAAES

The awarding ceremony, however, was conducted live, face-to-face within campus, last November 27th. It is the first physical event that UAPLPC had since the past couple of years due to the pandemic restrictions, which was attended by the students, teachers, and as well as parents of the recipients. It is Ar. Ariel Letters gratitude from the children of CAAES Calado, uap, who championed this YEP-CSR program together with the efforts of his organizing committee, the BOD and members of UAP Las Piñas Chapter, who big heartedly shared their God-given blessings to empower the youth and to set the drive in creating positive building blocks of hope.

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Chapter News BE A GREEN BUILDER: AN ORIENTATION FOR LEED AND BERDE PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATIONS UAP MANILA CENTRUM CHAPTER

By Ar. Prince Kevin D. Bernal VP for Programs & Development - UAP Manila Centrum Chapter

Webinar started as Ar. Paolo Manalansan, UAP, delivered his opening message as the Chair for Manila Centrum Commission on Sustainable Practice. The

first speaker, Ar./Enp. Therese and standards for sustainable Santiano, LEED AP, BD+C, UAP, buildings. She also discussed talked about the Benchmarks for what are the usual problems and a Sustainable Development and solutions to each defect on a the requirements/procedures to sustainable building. be LEED Accredited Professional.

She discussed the basics of During the open forum, the sustainability and how to achieve speakers graciously answered it in our planned developments. multiple questions by the attendees, which were mainly The second speaker, Ar. Rowena about regarding accreditation Canlas Ramos, CBP, UAP, to become a LEED Accredited presented the Green Building in Professional and BERDE Certified the Philippines and the Role of Professional as well as applying a Certified BERDE Professional for a LEED and BERDE certification where she discussed the for different projects. The open rating system of BERDE and forum was moderated by Ar. requirements to be a certified Chona E. Ponce, PhD, FUAP, CBP. BERDE professional.

The webinar was attended The third speaker, Dr. Sheila by around 200 professionals, Maria Conejos, PHD, RAIA, including the chapter officers CID, ISOCARP, ICOMOS, SIFMA, and speakers.

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“Odette” Efforts UAP DATU LAPU LAPU CHAPTER

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It was during the time of struggle when we had the initiative to help others beside ourselves after the onslaught of typhoon Odette last year. Humanity is always subjected to these kinds of natural phenomenon but will always endure and recover from the painful experiences especially if people work together for the good of everyone.

December of last year was an opportune time to share relief efforts to the victims of typhoon Odette since it was also the Christmas Season, the season for sharing. On the aftermath of the typhoon, members of the UAP Datu Lapu Lapu Chapter shared on social media the situation in the city, mapping of damages as

well as power and water supply restoration updates. Some of the architects volunteered in providing architectural services to the affected communities in Cebu.

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base with chapter members. damaged towns, south of Cebu The second relief distribution With drinking water a main province. They were able to tap with Rotary Club West Cebu in concern days after the typhoon a water refilling station in Talisay Colawin Elementary School in hit Cebu, the chapter was able City for easy distribution to the Argao, Cebu, where the architects to order 50 boxes of bottled southern towns. This was done in established donation sites for the water, which were distributed partnership with the Rotary Club typhoon victims. among the chapter members, West Cebu, which also worked especially those that were greatly with them in providing assistance affected. Aside from assisting the to the Argao Central Elementary members, the chapter donated School just last January. drinking water to the most

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International News Oscar A. Coloma, AIA, UAP By: Ron Rocky Coloma

of Philippine Consulate, Santa Barbara Catholic School’s Science and Technology Building, Tumon Shopping Center and other monumental and well-known projects.

high level of standard in his profession.

He depicted his passion in architecture with a unique response, describing the pertinence of perspective no matter what occurs in his work life.

With any occupation comes challenges, and Architect Coloma constantly faces some in his daily routine. “It could be an unusual condition that the owner desire, the adaptability of the project on the site, the sewer, water, power, utilities needed to be considered, accessibility on how you enter the property, parking requirement, security, and most importantly the Coloma’s designs can also be found in topography of a place,” he said.

Despite the impositions COVID-19 has buildings across Korea and the Philippines. brought to professionals, Architect Oscar Regardless, Coloma is motivated by his Coloma’s workload has tremendously In the Philippines, he worked with Architect fervor for architectural design and always increased. He is optimistic about the Cesar H. Concio and associates for three ensures that he fulfills the desires of his completion of his new projects, which years and two years with J O Dixon and clients and their criteria. “Architecture is include a recreation center, a restaurant, associates who was a designer and not just complex math and geometric use,” a hotel swimming pool, a data center, and builder before going to Guam.

In South he said. “It is about building coordination several military-related developments.

Korea, he worked with Thomas J Davies/ with other engineers and other disciplines, Residing in the beautiful island of Guam Jung Il US Military projects in South Korea helping them create a team composed of proficient and hardworking individuals.” since 1983, Coloma has contributed to for five years. all types of architectural designs. He is the president and prime architect of OA Coloma also used to be the Project Coloma strives for simplicity and costCOLOMA PC, a Guam-based architectural Architect of assigned military projects effective designs, keeping in mind that firm with a wide range of experience in and was in total control of all design they are contemporary and aesthetically performing multi-disciplinary projects for disciplines. While working for PWC Guam, pleasing. Never did he know that he various public, military, and private sector TJD Guam and TJD Korea, Architect would be an architect one day, but it is with Coloma was involved in design, cost passion, conviction and determination clients. estimates, construction drawings, that helped him excel in his ambitions. specifications, planning/programming, His previous work on Guam includes several off-base projects, such as Dusit field investigations, documentations, and “I never had a trophy or a medal when Thani Guam Hotel, Macy’s Expansion at preparation of reports for infrastructures I was a student, but now I can proudly say that the soaring buildings I designed Micronesia Mall, The Plaza Mall, Ladera and building projects. are my most cherished treasures—my Tower, Royal Orchid Hotel, Dededo Mall, Dealing with various projects, Coloma towering trophies,” Coloma said.

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International News By: Ar. Jerico Z. Bisnar, UAP

What a great time it was.

A wonderful opportunity to showcase what • The Filipino culture is replete with food the Chapter can contribute, not just in terms and dining together, and the UAP Dubai It was the most memorable 6 months, of technical but also in terms of coordination has enjoyed socializing over the various brimming with great moments - the type that with other trades, socializing, sports, and delicacies served at the Philippine Food builds legacies for everyone involved. The entertainment.

Festival at Bangkota Expo 2020 Dubai has provided an arena for • And to prove that it is not all work at UAP nations to showcase what they got and further Among other things, the UAP Dubai Chapter Dubai, the Chapter has spearheaded invigorate global trade and cultural exchange has contributed to the success of the Philippine the “Bangkóta Fitfest” together with with the theme, “Connecting Minds, Creating Pavilion and the Expo 2020 in general thru the the Filipino International Triathletes to the Future”. An arena for the architecture following: prepare the body for “Run The World” and engineering industry to once again take which was also spearheaded by UAP centerstage and stir human creativity. It • Before the Dubai Expo 2020 opened its Dubai with several UAP national officers was a challenge and an opportunity made doors to world, the UAP Dubai worked also in attendance extraordinarily difficult by the unexpected closely with Arch. Royal Pineda in • The UAP’s 47th anniversary programs arrival of Covid-19. developing the concept for the Bangkota was conducted simultaneously between and the DTI for recommending consultant, the Manila and Dubai with the coordinated And even with the extended incidence of the suppliers, and contractors, as well as efforts of the UAP National Office and the pandemic, the collective will is greater than conducting periodic site visits to ensure UAP Dubai Chapter the obstacle. The UAE has led the way with smooth construction of the Bangkota a strong resolve. The Philippines followed • The UAP Dubai Chapter has partnered What a great time it was, indeed. A lot of firsts suit. The UAP Dubai was called, and we with other organizations and businesses for UAP. responded. We gave back to the community in an information dissemination campaign and created more meaningful legacy for the called “I Am Bangkota” weeks before the And more to look forward to.

UAP in the global architectural stage and for official opening of the Bangkota the Philippines in the world fair stage.

• A lot of UAP Dubai members have been involved in the design and construction A couple of years before the UAP Dubai was of most of the structures and pavilions tapped to contribute to the Expo 2020 as inside the Expo 2020 thru their respective part of the organizing committee for the employers Philippine Pavilion (more popularly known as • The UAP Dubai Chapter was part of the 1. Bangkota means “coral reef” in old “Bangkota”), the Chapter has actually initiated Dubai-based Coordination Committee Tagalog; the Filipino - much like a coral an ambitious task of redefining itself to raise together with The Philippine Business reef – grows into colonies, spreads out all its position and stand shoulder to shoulder with Council and the Filipino Social Club over the world; and yet still connected by more popular counterparts like the AIA and that ensured community support and migration, travel, and technology.

RIBA. Its arrow was aimed at a singular target: engagement for the whole duration of 2.

The Bangkota is conceptualised and producing more Global Filipino Architects. The the Expo 2020 actualised by Architect Royal Pineda of tagline? “UAP Dubai – Keeper Of The Best”.

• The Global Business Forum on ASEAN is Budji+Royal Architecture+Design and one of the events where UAP Dubai has Although it seems easier said than done, the independent curator Marian Pastor Roces, interacted with other industry players and Chapter’s dedicated officers and committees learned some business trends and ideas collaborating with unusual synchrony have systematically broken down the goal • The UAP Dubai actively participated in with Assistant Secretary Rosario Virginia into bite-size pieces starting from internal the celebration of the “Philippine National Gaetos of the Department of Trade and reorganization to networking and branding, Day at the Expo 2020” and showcased Industry, who also serves as Alternate and even recreational activities for its UAP Dubai’s other talents thru some Commissioner General of the Philippine members. Technical capabilities are not members’ participation in the Bangkota Organizing Committee (POC). enough to maximize the full potential of the Music 3.

The current government has allocated Global Filipino Architect, he also must be adept • The UAP Dubai is treated to a presentation $7 million for the Bangkota, which sits at the business and marketing side of things. about Space by the Philippine Space on 3,163.23 sqm of land and built by The Chapter understands that in order to be Agency’s Director himself Dubai-based contracting company RAQ globally competitive and relevant, it needs to • The UAP Dubai has hosted the first ever also interact and learn from other fields and Contracting LLC. “UAP Dubai International Conference” industries. attended my government dignitaries and 4. In terms of land area, the Bangkota is industry partners to further enhance the the biggest Philippine Pavilion so far for And like an answered prayer, the Bangkota branding and image of the UAP in the UAE a world expo. was served on the UAP Dubai Chapter’s plate. and to the world

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Newly Chartered Chapter

CHARTERING LUNTIAN

by Ar. Jeremy M. Cresencio, uap VP for operations UAP Las Piñas Luntian Chapter It’s been more than 5 years since the interest on building a new chapter sparked during a tree planting event at Mt. Palay-Palay. It was a rough journey, but everyone remained with their desire to have our own chapter.

We had a lot of self-doubts for instead of getting many encouragements and inspirations from the people we’ve worked with and look up to during our younger years as their organizing committee, some of them doesn’t seem to recognize us. That is just a glimpse of the whole truth which lies on our chapter history. Setting the drama aside, as the youngest chapter of the organization, we are grateful that there has been a lot of architects who supported and welcomed us wholeheartedly.

Last December 2021, through the efforts of the UAP Commission on Internal Affairs Executive Director Vanessa Ledesma, uap, UAP Committee on Chapter Organization Chair Maribel V. Monilla-Collado, uap, UAP Committee on Membership Chair Rossano G. Baradi, UAP, and the UAP secretariat, the orientation and rehearsal for the chartering ceremony was conducted. On December 22, 2021, the online chartering event was conducted and attended by the distinguished UAP National Officers headed by UAP National President Armando Eugene C. De Guzman III, FUAP, the endorsing chapter, UAP Las Pinas Chapter, and honorable guests who took part on the formation. Ar. Antonio V. Gutierrez Jr., uap, rmp, piep served as

the charter president of the UAP Las Pinas Luntian Chapter and delivered his speech about the goals and aspirations of the group as a chapter. After the oath taking and charging of chapter officers and members, the chapter was finally chartered as the 186th chapter of the UAP. Today, the chapter is composed of 26 Caviteño architects.

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UAP Las Pinas Luntian Chapter presentation of Chapter Logo.

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Editorial Board Messages About the Chairman Ar. John Marvin Ngo is the current chairman of the UAP Committee of Publications, former chapter president of UAP Singapore, and one of the founders of UAP Asia Pacific Council. He is currently based in the United Kingdom with specialised training in healthcare architecture. His work involvement includes major hospitals in Singapore, United Kingdom and Peru.

History lover and a father of two boys, he loves doing countryside and natue walks on weekends.

About the Vice- Chairman Ar. Jeboy Llacuna, aside from his practice, is also a part time educator at National University. He served as Chapter President for three years serving Manila Centrum. Aside from architecture, Jeboy’s interests are writing, baking, and film.

About the Editor- In- Chief Nap is a freelance Architect, Physical Planner and Master Plumber based in Parañaque, NCR. He is the current CPD Director for the UAP QC-Diliman Chapter, and this is his fourth year being a part of the UAP Post.

He keeps his sanity during the pandemic by reading past and current issues of Marvel Comics particularly the latest sagas of most of the X-men titles, while alternately watching The Good Doctor on Netflix.

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EDITORIAL COUNCIL FY 2021-2022

Armando Eugene C. De Guzman III, FUAP National Council Chair Joan S.De Leon Tabinas, UAP Executive Director, Professional Devt. Commission Jefferson E. Sibug, UAP Deputy Executive Director, PDC John Marvin D. Ngo,UAP Chairperson, Committee on Publications John Lemuel G. Llacuna, UAP Vice Chairperson, Committee on Publications Napoleon M. Ibanez Jr, UAP Editor-in-Chief, UAP POST Arven B. Lac-amen, UAP Associate Editor for Area A Johnus Renan D. Mirazol, UAP, PIEP Associate Editor for Area B Karl Aries Emerson F. Cabilao, FUAP Associate Editor for Area C Sheena Pearl Basmayor,UAP Associate Editor for Area D Jonnel S. Castro, UAP Associate Editor for International Chapters

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE FY 2021-2022

Armando Eugene C. De Guzman III, FUAP National President Richard M. Garcia FUAP, ASEAN Arch, PALA, PIEP National Executive Vice President Carlos R. Salvador UAP Area A Vice President Rodelo Cristeto L. Umali, UAP Area B Vice President Jose Glenn G. De Guzman, UAP Area C Vice President Albert S. Rosel, UAP Area D Vice President Jonathan V. Manalad, PhD, UAP, PIEP Secretary General Jason S. Ang, UAP, ASEAN Arch., PIEP National Treasurer Alberto S. Dumlao, UAP, PIEP National Auditor Renato A. Heray, FUAP, ASEAN Arch.

PALA, IPLA Immediate Past National President Michael T. Ang, FUAP, APEC Ar. PIEP, PALA, NAMPAP, PARED Chancellor, College of Fellows

Associate Editors Arven B. Lac-amen, UAP Arven hails from UAP Baguio City Chapter, a young inspirational architect who started as a ‘working student’ at Saint Louis University. When he became an architect, he got a chance to work in Quezon City, Tabuk, Baguio, and Benguet as a project architect, manager, and design consultant.

He is now an educator at his alma mater since he uncovered his passion for teaching to uplift the profession. He is currently pursuing his Masters in Architecture at the University of the Cordilleras, Baguio City.

Even during the pandemic, he has been passionate about becoming of service to the UAP. He worked with various committees, particularly the Commission on Internal Affairs - Committee on General Welfare, Commission on Education Committee on Academe-Industry Linkages, and now, the Professional Development Commission - Committee on Publications.

As a past chapter president, he has proven his commitment to lead with compassion, making him one of the youngest chapter presidents. And more when UAP Baguio received the prestigious award as the ‘Most Outstanding Chapter’ and a ‘Presidential Award of Merit’ during his leadership.

Johnus Renan D. Mirazol, UAP, PIEP Johnus is the Chief Architect – Consultant and Urban Planner of Mirazol+Mercado Design Consultants, formerly known as JRM Design Consultants, est. in 2009, an advocate of green building architecture & sustainable urban design practices. He is also the Design Architect of Jamaica Realty & Marketing Corp., a real estate developer with subdivision projects from Regions 1 to 5. He is the incumbent chapter president of UAP Las Piñas Chapter, and one of its Founding Core Group members.

He is a loving husband to his wife & fellow architect, Juliet and a SuperDad to Samantha and Jahren.

A passionate writer, urban sketcher, watercolor artist, and a plein air enthusiast.

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Karl Aries Emerson F. Cabilao, FUAP Karl plunges into another year of online classes as he marks his 11th year in the academe, teaching aspiring architects at the University of San Carlos in Cebu. The challenges of virtual learning continues but he believes that the architect’s creativity can be translated in the way training of future architects can be done even with the continuing health crisis. Although he is eagerly looking forward to in-person classes and meetings soon, he is making most of what is possible for now.

Apart from being an architect and a facilitator of learning in architectural education, Karl continues to do what he loved doing ever since his college days - writing. He writes for one of Cebu’s leading local newspapers, SunStar Daily, on topics ranging from not just architecture and urban design but also on light topics such as hangouts, food and personalities. Who would have thought that this hobby, which helped promote architecture to the public, would be instrumental in his elevation to the UAP College of Fellows.

Sheena Pearl Basmayor, UAP She is a faculty at La Salle University-Ozamiz, while pursuing a master’s degree major in landscape architecture. She is serving as the current adviser of UAPSA-LSU. She is thrilled to join the academe given the chance to teach and mentor aspirants in the field. In addition to her academic involvement, she is also interested in taking part and supporting current research in developing resilient solutions to foster sustainable communities, especially given our current conditions. All these academic and research work while carrying out her own Architecture practice.

She loves journaling, writing by hand and learning to play the ukulele. During her free time, she reads books or watch feminist TV series, sci-fi movies and (YES!) k-dramas!

Jonnel S. Castro, UAP Jonnel Castro is an experienced project manager and an architect. Gain most of his skills and knowledge from various projects in Philippines and Abroad. Started as a humble draftsman from a small firm in Bulacan a n d p a ve d h i s w a y up t o b e an in-house architect of one of the most influential Royal families in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

A proud product of SPLE Bahrain and a believer that “Architecture is a learned game, you will only be a full pledge architect if you start from the bottom and you crawl your way up with perseverance and dedication” An OFW for a decade but still a devoted Filipino architect who serves as a Director in Programs & Development and Chairman of Professional Practice and Development Committee for Bahrain Chapter Fiscal Year 2021 – 2022.

A dreamer and young-spirited father of a twin and a loving husband that always considers “Life is quick, and often ruthless, and the best way to survive is with a good laugh and ability to appreciate the small moments of joy, despite any circumstances.”

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PDC Committee on Creatives, Media & Information Juan Miguel Domingo, UAP CMI Chairman Migs has been engrossed in doing graphic layouts since he graduated college in 2012. In UAP, he started with making publication materials for his Chapter and eventually was appointed for national events such as the Area B Assembly and at present, here in the Professional Development Commission. Currently, the Chapter President of UAP Manila Centrum, his zest of creating positive change in leading the Chapter is what he also brings to our organization’s publication arm. A fresh and new experience for all our readers is his clear goal.

An alumnus of the Pontifical and Royal University of Santo Tomas, he has worked in various scales of the design and build practice – from small to high-density residential and hospitality projects, real estate, post-construction and project management. He tries to find his niche in the vast knowledge of the built environment as he currently takes graduate studies in Urban Design at the University of the Philippines Diliman. He also teaches part-time in National University, University of the East and the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila.

Gianfranco Galagar, UAP Creative Director Gianfranco Galagar studied architecture at Ateneo de Davao Universty and has been practicing in Hong Kong in the last four years.

Some of the projects he has been involved in include K-Farm, the first Hong Kong public seaside park employing hydroponics and aquaponics as an educational and well-being platform. He has also lead design teams in design competitions which won awards in 2020. He currently works at a not-for-profit architectural practice which focuses on socially-aligned projects in Hong Kong and China.

Michaela Constantino, UAP Creative Consultant for Arquitektura Ar. Michaela Y. Constantino is a member of the United Architects of the Philippines –Manila Centrum chapter. She’s an active member of the organization. Currently, she is the appointed auditor and has been its creative director for two fiscal years. She was also appointed as the Information & Communications Manager of the 47th National Convention. Presently, she is taking her post-graduate diploma at the University of the Philippines-Diliman on urban and regional planning. She juggles her work simultaneously as an architect (team leader) and as an elected government official. She has a background in publications during her college years. She was a layout artist in their university’s official publication organization and a part-time book illustrator.

She loves to play computer games, and she has her streaming page. She also loves to sing Disney or Broadway songs. In her free time, she loves to watch Korean dramas. She has six dogs. Game of Thrones and The Witcher are her favorite TV series.

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Juesm M. Curitana, UAP Creative Consultant for UAP Post

Juesm or “Jusem” is an Architect who just passed the 2020 ALE board exam and is now part of Manila Centrum chapter. Being part of CMI for UAP POST is a step up for him to serve the profession.

He loves to watch documentary movies, make artwork, read motivational books and is a fan of Marvel Movies.

Jertrude Samantha Rivera Creative Assistant She is a graduate of National University class of 2020. Although she only recently entered the field, She is determined to learn and is curious about everything.

During her free time she usually paints landscape sceneries and botanical elements both digitally and traditionally.

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