Future Forward NAW: The National Architecture Week’s 50th Anniversary (Part 3)

by: Ar. Reynaldo M. Cristobal Jr., UAP, PIEP, RMP

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!