what’s inside

VOLUME 39 • JULY-SEPTEMBER 2013

2 Editorial, National Board of Directors, About the Cover

3 National President’s Page

4 National Vice President’s Page

5 Secretary General

6 National Treasurer

National Auditor

7 Area Vice Presidents

8-11 Executive Commissions

12-13 Areas / Districts / Chapters Induction

14-15 Around Area A

16-17 Around Area B

18-19 Around Area C

20-21 Around Area D

22-23 College of Fellows

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Rozanno C. Rosal, FUAPNational President

Lora B. Rivera, FUAPNational Executive Vice President

Gilroy A. Taguinod, UAPArea A Vice President

Roger T. Ong, UAPArea B Vice President

Alfonso S. Gamboa, FUAP, Intl Assoc. AIAArea C Vice President

Noel DS. Querijero, UAPArea D Vice President

John Joseph T. Fernandez, UAPSecretary General

Alfred Geoffrey C. Carandang, UAPNational Treasurer

Mohammadsarfraz A. Uttoh, UAPNational Auditor

Ramon S. Mendoza, FUAPImmediate Past President

Ana S. Mangalino-Ling, FUAP, IA-AIA, APEC Arch.Chancellor, College of Fellows

Arch. Rozanno C. Rosal NPNational Council Chair

Arch. Guilroy A. Taguinod, VPAEditorial Head for Area A

Arch. Roger T. Ong, VPBEditorial Head for Area B

Arch. Alfonso S. Gamboa, VPCEditorial Head for Area C

Arch. Noel DS. Querijero, VPDEditorial Head for Area D

Arch. Lora B. Rivera, NEVPCouncil Adviser

Arch. Leah Y. MartinManaging Editor

Arch. Clarissa M. LorenzoAssociate Editor for Areas A and B

Arch. Karl Aries Emerson F. CabilaoAssociate Editor for Areas C and D

Arch. Leah P. Dela Rosa, ED PDCEditorial Adviser

ExEcutivE committEE2013-2014

about the cover

editorial board

The inspiration for this painting comes from the serenity of a bamboo forest on a moonlit night. Harmony, peace and unity are invoked through the use of three separate canvases to depict the entire scene as well as the use of mainly cool colors.

the artistARCH. FAITH INCIONG-HERNANDEZ is a graduate of the University of Santo Tomas and a member of the United Architects of the Philippines Zamboanga Chapter. She is currently teaching at the Western Mindanao State University College of Architecture. Painting is one of her hobbies. Seen on the cover is her Abstract Painting (2005, Oil on Canvas).

Greetings to my colleagues in the UAP!Once again, the hardworking souls in this year’s UAP Post Editorial Board bring to you the freshest

updates from our organization and the chapters that comprise it. This issue’s compilation of news and features from various chapters, districts and areas is proof that UAP is alive and kicking as far as professional enrichment, member empowerment and vigilance against any threat to the architecture profession is concerned.

Honor and pleasure is upon me once again after being called upon to serve the organization through its official publication. Being an architect and journalist, I have been endeared to the UAP Post since my first stint as its corresponding editor in 2006 until I became its Editor-in-Chief in 2010. After that I am happy to have been still given the opportunity to serve as part of its editorial board until the present.

I am looking forward to more contributions from the different chapters. The UAP Post is not just an excellent venue to get the latest in the chapters and architecture but it is also a channel for exchange, learning and networking among our chapters and members, a good ingredient to strengthening the current administration’s “One UAP” advocacy. Godspeed!

KARL ARIES EMERSON F. CABILAO, UAPAssociate Editor for Areas C & D, UAP Post 2013-2014

Hello UAP Post readers.It is with great pleasure to work again, this time as part of the UAP Post Committee, for our beloved

professional organization the United Architects of the Philippines. Being around for more than two decades now, yours truly have seen the ups and downs of the UAP, its winning moments and the downside when negative forces are trying to encroach into our field of expertise. But as pliant as the bamboo, the Filipino Architects always regain strength back to their feet never to lose hope to what they want to achieve. The UAP Post is a witness to all these things happening around us since it is the printed medium of the organization. Since then, it has become a tool to keep everyone posted all over the country and abroad.

As the years unfold, the new UAP Post Committee decides to reinvent the format of the newsletter. One of its highlights is to pay attention to the artistic side of the Filipino Architect as a painter, a sculptor, a cartoonist, etc. to show the lighter side of this professional. Aside from that, we see to it that all areas have spaces in the newsletter. So we encourage UAP Areas A, B, C and D to keep sending their contributions and be read. In this way, we can bridge the gap from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao when we get to know what is going on in the UAP National so with its different local chapters.

Lastly, on behalf of the UAP Post Committee, we would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude to all Architects and to all our sponsors, our partners in the construction industry who took part in this maiden issue of our newsletter for FY 2013- 2014.

LEAH Y. MARTIN, UAPManaging Editor, UAP Post 2013-2014

Magandang araw beautiful creatures!

Welcome to the first of the UAP Post Artists Collection.We are featuring art works of our fellow architects on the cover of our beloved organization’s quarterly publication. This is just one of their many compositions so learn more about the architect-artist and their creation inside the cover and be inspired to also hold exhibits of your very own paintings soon.Find out how our colleagues are doing all over the country and even abroad in the succeeding pages. Read of their membership meetings and glimpse their numerous activities in just a few month’s time.Let us support each other in our diferent endeavors and come together as one organization of professionals.Mabuhay ang Arkitektong Pilipino!

CLARISSA M. LORENZO, UAPAssociate Editor for Areas A & B, UAP Post 2013-2014

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FY 2013-2014

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national president’s page

Let me first of all congratulate all the members of the UAP Editorial Council for the initial release of the UAP POST for this fiscal year. I sincerely hope that every article issued here will provide inspiration, encouragement and significant incitement to all for the advancement of our profession, professionals and organization while at the same time, celebrate the enthusiasm, energy and spirit of all those behind the acts.

I believe that through the UAP Post, we are provided with thoughtful and purposeful insight of events that are worth pointing out - the good and positive that is happening within the UAP from which we can all draw breath of life, hope and unity as Architects. But we must remain mindful of issues beset to challenge our profession, abreast with the upcoming National events, activities and featured developments evolving in the profession.

As your National President, I am grateful for all what the UAP allows me to experience- not only moments of celebration but also the time to contemplate on the present challenges in and out of the organization. I have learned not to cloud my thoughts and emotions to have a clearer view of actions to take- effective and viable for our organization. Through these experiences, I believe I have become an individual of substance, which made me a better leader and a noteworthy professional.

Grac ing most of the Inductions filled my heart with joy and understanding of your

Chapter, District and Area. Let us always be reminded to serve best and that service, in whatever level there is, should build and not taint relationships; unite and not divide. I look forward with a higher level of energy to attend the final phase of inductions and meet all our colleagues who are responsible, vibrant and dynamic knowing that they are vital part of the organization.

I am delighted to mention the success of our media campaign “Sa Arkitekto Sigurado!” which was finally realized through the efforts of our Committee on Media and Public Relations composed of Peeya Del Rosario, Louie Vito, Ibay Sicam, Geolette Esguerra, Von Azagra, Cathy Saldana, Sherissa Ursua, headed by Markel Luna. The launching of the ads showcased the vitality of the UAP organization in promoting our practice. The pride and excitement brought by the ads weaved together our voices that we are worthy professionals of the UAP.

The rewarded efforts of Architects Jason Romeo Abustan, Anne Lorraine Caban and Jonathan Sadorra, whose entry “Agos” became the Grand Prize Winner in the recently concluded 2013 Metrobank Arts and Design Excellence in the Architecture Competition, sparked another moment of celebration for the UAP. The entries, “Exodus” by Architects Laurence Angelo Angeles, Norbert Cornelius Batangan and Jaycee Gopez, and “Pearl of the Orient” by Architects Don Quintin Lino III, Leandro Jose Magat and Ronald Romero placed both as National Finalists.

These and many more keep our organization vivacious, inspired, hopeful and active while putting to mind and heart the Herculean task we need to do attend to.

Let me assure the general membership that the UAP, as the integrated and accredited professional organization of architects will continue to serve as a vanguard of the Architecture Profession in the country. We will continue to serve as a catalyst of dynamism and unity among Filipino architects under the letter and spirit of our Republic Act 9266. We will continue to promote the highest ethical conduct, discipline, responsibility and values beneficial

to our clients and the built environs in the delivery of our professional mandate. Yes, we will continue to provide every Filipino Architect a foundation for the continual learning that enriches life.

As an Organization, we must develop ways to accomplish those results reflected in our Long Range Plan. Our members must be richer, deeper, more fulfilled and more productive professional architects than they would have been had they never crossed the threshold of this professional organization. We must unleash our imagination. We must think about the unthinkable. We must harness the power of dreams. We must do this in effective, efficient and creative ways we have not yet discovered – but we will, for the next three quarters and beyond.

Together, we will still trace the rough road; we will plot the path to the heights of greatness. We will begin the journey that does not end in our list of accomplishments and achievements for the last 3 quarters. Yes, we will honor the past, but we will understand the present, and we will continue to chart the next quarter.

B e c a u s e , b u i l d i n g a compelling, lasting and inclusive vision takes time, patience, persistence, determination and leadership. UAP vision is not about a slogan, or a catchphrase. Vision is insight, knowledge, and wisdom shared for the benefit of all. It means working together. And, if there is one thing that our three quarters has shown, it is that together we achieved great accomplishments because we worked together.

If there is one thing I have learned as President that I can leave with you, it is this: When we work together, we can accomplish great things. When we join forces, set aside personal differences, and commit ourselves to a common goal, we have great power and momentum. It takes leadership - yours and mine.

I say “we” because this is, and always has been, about a journey we have made and we will make collectively. We will band together to find comfort and strength as we face the ambiguity of a future that lies before us, just as we will act in unison as we celebrate all of our victories, both small and large.

And perhaps most important of all, we will be mindful that achieving excellence is about more than just accomplishing the things we set out to do. It’s about more than just taking stock of initiatives we’ve launched, documents we’ve published or programs we’ve put in place. And it’s even about more than our own places in the histories of this great UAP!

Achieving excellence is more than just about triumph. It’s about the journey itself. We must all realize not just where we’re going, but also where we came from. We must pause, remember and thank all of the people who helped or motivated us to make each little step.

It is only by doing so that we can truly understand and appreciate the value of excellence.

In closing, I want to remind every member of the UAP community that our collective action will determine our future. Your continued commitment to UAP is imperative if we are to flourish in this last quarter or even in the next more quarters. If we individually or collectively make up our minds, if we believe in our collective future and work together to make UAP a better place for our professional, licensed and registered architects and for each and every member of our community, definitely, we will succeed.

The journey will be difficult and challenging but it is one worth following to enable this UAP to PROTECT THE PROFESSION, PROMOTE THE PRACTICE AND SERVE THE MEMBERS. To do any less would be to ignore our past excellence and our continued commitment to all those we serve.

Lastly, I look forward to engage with each and everyone of you in our upcoming events like the World Day of Architecture on October 7 at Market, Market Activity Center at Bonifacio Global City; ASSET, Architect’s Summit and Sustainable Environment Tourism on October 25-26 at Puerto Princessa, Palawan; The National Architecture Week in December; UAP NATCON40 on April 10-12 at SMX Convention Center, Pasay City and the 12th UAP Golf and the like or during your visit to our National Head Quarters in the next three quarters to come.

Rozanno C. Rosal, FUAPNational President

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national vice president’s page

In the early 1990’s, Malaysia was enjoying a n e c o n o m i c b o o m . C o n s t r u c t i o n s a n d developments are everywhere. New Townships , new Airport, Commonwealth 1998, new government center in the form of Putrajaya and KLCC, the tallest building in the world at that time, are some of the prestigious projects to name a few.

During those times, Malaysia relied heavily o n f o r e i g n w o r k e r s . Philippine Architects and graduate architects came to the fore. As they say, to every prestigious project in Malaysia, a Filipino is involved. Be it as a draftsman, engineer, architect or skilled workers.

And so the idea of forming the United Architects of the Philippines KL Chapter was mooted.

In the late 1990’s a triumvirate of seniors Ar. Manny Canlas, Ar. Bert Vista, Ar. Carlos Lagunilla later joined by Ar. Justo Santos, began some informal discussion. It is being done over lunch, dinner or whenever the group met in any function they come across each other. However, it came too late. The timing

then was not conducive as Malaysia, and the rest of Asia, was facing a recession. A lot of intended members, mainly OFWs, have been retrenched or contracts not renewed.

The idea was temporarily shelved. In 2009, UAP-Singapore was formed. Singapore, being just a neighbor of Malaysia, serves as a model and inspiration. The group revived again the pursuit of a UAP-KL Chapter.

The four Architects had a series of discussions in 2011. It has dawned to them that there were in fact not a lot of licensed architects in Malaysia compared to Singapore. And if there are, there was no record to refer

to. It is a common knowledge and a fact that it has become difficult to obtain a work permit as an Architect in Malaysia.

However, with the power and popularity of social media, specifically facebook, Ar. Justo Santos initiated an information and campaign drive to gain more potential

members and awareness of the vision. Couple this with critical communication and the timing of Ar. Bart Vista’s relation with Ar. Lora Rivera, his batchmate in UST, the group was enlightened and given full assistance to finally have the Charter be formed. Ar. Manny Canlas pushed the hardest to have it done.

In Sept 10, 2012, Ar. Rivera emailed Ar. Bart Vista and inquired if there were considerable number of F i l ip ino archi tects based in KL and series of communications were made since then.

Communications with Arch. Rivera and Arch. Canlas started in October 1, 2012 and close coordination was made to make sure

documentation requirements for chapter formation were complied with. On Dec 9, 2012, Ar. Rivera presented to the Uap Board the formation of the Kuala Lumpur chapter. This was approved by the board subject to meeting the required membership of 20 members (since there were 15 members who registered

at that time.) With the great support from the bunch of passionate Architects from GDP Kuala Lumpur and RSP Kuala Lumpur led by Ar. Anthony Darilag, Paul Saromines and Joan Salvatierra, the group finally succeeded in complying with all requirements. Additional applications were submitted to Ar. Lora Rivera on January 2013. The chapter was quick to comply and fill up the required membership of an additional 5 so that during the February 15, 2013 National Board meeting in Puerto Princesa Palawan, the chapter qualified to become a regular chapter. The sponsoring chapter is Makati CBD Chapter belonging to District B3 of Area B. This

is the home chapter, district and area of NEVP Lora Rivera and NP Sonny Rosal.

On March 12, 2013 the good news has arrived. UAP-Kuala Lumpur Chapter was born. On May 18, 2013 KL chapter was chartered as the 134th Uap chapter and the 18th foreign chapter formed.

Lora B. Rivera, FUAPNational Executive Vice President

UAP- KLenos 2013

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secretary general

Two years from now ASEAN 2015 also known as the ASEAN Integration shall take effect. It is similar to the present European Union (EU) setup of borderless economy.

By 2015 the 10 member countries of ASEAN (Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia Indonesia, Lao, Philippines, M a l a y s i a , M y a n m a r, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam) will work as one community, removing boundaries from each member country for better movement of goods, services and persons.

This will give the ASEAN Community a stronger nation in dealing with other countries outside ASEAN. However, the movement of persons seems to be the most controversial (also known as mode 4) as this would result in cross border practice of

By Assoc. Prof. Ar. John Joseph T. Fernandez , UAP, AAIA

ASEAN 2015 WHAT TO EXPECT

Figure 1 Figure 2

Figure 3Figure 4

professionals within the ASEAN Community. One big question is how does one professional qualify in another ASEAN country?

Presently the country has already set up the Philippine Qualification Framework (PQF) which has 8 levels. (see figure 1)

Other countries in ASEAN has also develop a similar framework. Some countries have 7 some have 8 and some have 9. (see figure 2 & 3)

F i g u r e I n d o n e s i a Qualification Framework (image courtesy of Jose Y. Cueto, MD)

F i g u r e M a l a y s i a Qualification Framework (image courtesy of Jose Y. Cueto, MD)

In order to harmonize the qualification framework of each country in ASEAN,

an ASEAN Qualification Reference Framework (AQRF) has been develop which will match the qualification levels of all ASEAN member country. (see figure no. 4)

F i g u r e A s e a n Qualification Reference Framework (AQRF) (Image courtesy of Dr. Jose Y. Cueto MD)

Through such system a professional in country A will have to pass to AQRF to determine his equivalency in country B and vice versa.

So it the near future, professionals from Singapore may practice their trade here in the Philippines and professionals from the Philippines may practice their trade in Malaysia.

The next question is “Are we ready to open our borders to foreign practitioners ?”

This seems to be the question of fear that most of our countrymen is asking. But our foreign counterpart may also be asking the same thing.

Personally speaking I believe the Filipino professional is already 1 step ahead of all of this. As our counterpart prepare for such borderless practice, our countrymen has already conquered many shores overseas. Take for example the numerous Filipino Professionals in Singapore, Brunei, Vietnam and Malaysia. They have already cross the borders and have been working their professions in these different ASEAN countries and the AQRF will even strengthen their position in the country where they work.

But we should not rest our laurel here. The basis of all qualification framework of each country as well as the AQRF is, EDUCATION. The highest level of qualification in most ASEAN country is level 8. This is equivalent to a PhD degree. A mere bachelors degree only qualify a professional at level 6.

In this case our professional should not settle for a mere bachelors degree as this will limit them to a certain level which requires supervision unlike a level 7 & 8 which doesn’t require supervision, which can be translated as managerial level.

The discussion with regards to this matter is extensive but one thing is for sure, 2015 is coming and the ASEAN one community is soon going to be a reality. So are you prepared to face this new challenge?

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national treasurer

Consistent with the vision of the Office of the National Treasurer to be a financially sustainable and trusted department of the organization, herewith is the Comparative Report of UAP’s National Budget relative to actual receipts and disbursements for FY12-13 and FY13-14.

Budget has been prepared to ensure that all pertinent department, activities and initiatives are properly funded to support its materialization. Budget deliberation went through the stringent process prior to its approval.

Rest assured that it is the National Treasurer’s mission

The National Auditor’s (NA) main function is to perform an independent financial review on the financial operations of the UAP. He serves as a catalyst, as an interface between groups, an advisor, a reporter of facts and as a watchdog. The plans and programs are the following: reviewing of financial statements of the organization, an oversight ensuring reports are sent and received properly, providing an oversight of the organization’s systems, overseeing the entire audit process, reviewing and proposing new audit procedures and taking an inventory of the current assets and liabilities of the organization. In line with this, the NA submitted its first activity report during the 2nd National Board Meeting last August 10, 2013 at the UAP HQ. This is in accordance with the approved UAP Internal Auditing Procedures and Financial Accounting Systems & Procedures Manual. We are now in the process of gradual implementation like

to effectively and efficiently manage the financial resources and to promote prudent financial practices of the organization. With that, control mechanisms are in place through the authored UAP’s Financial Policy.

Al l members are encouraged to settle their annual dues on or before September 30, 2013. Through the members’ trust and support, UAP will continue to accomplish great feats.

As indicated in the UAP Financial Policy, members are welcome to review the financial statements of UAP. Feel free to contact the secretariat.

By Alfred Geoffrey C. Carandang, UAPNational Treasurer

national auditor

Internal Controls, Audit Guidelines, Purpose & Scope of Audit, Required Documents, Findings and Recommendations and Internal Audit Report Summary. The UAP has hired the services of an internal auditor last May and shall assist the NA on the implementation of audits and safe keeping of financial records.

Since the assumption of office, the National Auditor has issued several memoranda to wit :1. NA1314/001 dated 1

July 2013 (Pre-Audit and Signing of Disbursement Voucher)

2. NA1314/002 dated 1 July 2013 (Liquidation of Cash Advances made for the period July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013)

3. NA1314/003 dated 1 July 2013 (Tagging of All UAP Equipment)

4. NA 1314/005 dated 8 July 2013 (Synchronizing with the Philippine Standard Time)

5. NA 1314/006 dated 18 July 2013 (Liquidation of Cash Advances made for the period July 1, 2012 to June 20, 2013). This is in connection with Memo # 2.

6. NA 1314/007 dated 18 July 2013 (Establishment of FUND Beginning Balances for the Current Fiscal Year July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014)

7. NA 1314/008 dated 2 Sept 2013 (Outstanding Cash Advances FY 2012-2013)

8. NA 1314/010 dated 2 Sept 2013 (Terminal Reports of Income Generating Projects FY 2012-2013)

(Area Assemblies, National General Membership Meeting, 39th UAP National Convention, CONEX 2013, 11th UAP Golf Cup, World Day of Architecture, National

Architecture Week, UAP Student/Graduate Auxiliary)

9. NA 1314/010 dated 2 Sept 2013 (Terminal Reports of Income Generating Projects FY 2013-2014)

10. NA 1314/012 dated 2 Sept 2013 (Liquidation and Releasing of Budgets FY 2013-2014)

11. NA 1314/013 dated 2 Sept 2013 (External Audit of FY June 2009 – June 2013)

Mohammadsarfraz A. Uttoh, UAPNational Auditor

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convention. At the end of the day we counted our blessings by how many fellow architects had helped in one way or another. From then on I know many talented architects are willing to serve our beloved professional organization, the UAP, if given the opportunity. I had been around Area B, and observed many architects who are so talented and willing to serve their chapter and district, just waiting for their time to shine.

Once again I would like to thank UAP Area B District Officers and members for all the support they give to the organization. As we carry our national theme for this FY 2013-2014, To Promote the Profession, Protect the Practice and SERVE THE MEMBERS, we may be more united to reach this goal.

ROGER T. ONG, UAPVice President for Area B

the members. In sustaining the vision of UAP as a prime organization of Architects in the Philippines, We really have to move on, shedding more light and inspiration in the quest of our profession. As another fiscal year is in the offing, let us be more united, more cohesive in support and ensuring the future and preserving the legacy of our profession as ONE UAP.

GILROY TAGUINOD, UAPVice President for Area A

vice president for area A

vice president for area B

Greetings…UAP is growing stronger, so

must also our profession…. The world offers a lot of obstacles for our profession, but as long as UAP stands, these obstacles when converted to achievements will serve as inspiration. As the saying goes “There is no work of art without a system”, the UAP and we, architects must stand firm. The corporate theme for Fiscal Year 2013 – 2014, Protect the profession, Promote the Practice and Serve

I would like to congratulate all Area B District Directors, all Chapter Presidents and their Chapter Board of Directors for being cooperative and diligent in performing their respective duties and responsibilities as officers of this organization.

At first, it was quite hard to think how we can organize events like Chapter General Membership Meeting, Chapter Board Meeting and Out Reach Projects. But with the help of our Chapter Board of Directors, we were able to come up with plans and pledges to support such activities. It would be interesting if we invite some Resource Speakers who can give us some insight in what field we would like them to share. After organizing this kind of event they may be ready to perform in a District or National Event if given such an opportunity. Like yours truly, before I became an Executive Director for Convention and Conferences for five (5) consecutive years from 2007 to 2012.

To share my experiences, I went through the ladder type of position so as to gain experience in handling big UAP events. Yours truly became a Deputy Chairman for Social Event in 1997 in 24th UAP National Convention, a Chairman on Social Events for the Succeeding years and was entrusted as Chairman for Operation during the UAP NCA 9 in Baguio City in 2001, then a Conference Director of UAP NCA 10 in Cebu City in

2002. My mentor then before Arch Butch Santos and Arch Jun Queri together with Arch Manny Fernando who trained me patiently believed that my experiences were enough, they encouraged me to become a Convention Director in 2004 during our 30th UAP National Convention in Manila Hotel. It was then that the first Convention Exhibition (CONEX) was conceptualized in a much bigger scale. It was with the collaboration of Arch Alejandro Cua, the founder of CONEX, together with the Manila Metro Chapter of UAP District B1.

Being part of the organizing committee of such a big event, it was a challenge for us to improve the program of activities of the national convention. As we encouraged our members nationwide to attend this national event, we made sure that they were all welcome so we made the convention fees affordable to everybody and the dates were made available to all professionals nationwide, and many other favorable things to the delegates. The success of each event was not on how much we gain from the exhibits and convention attendance but was rather measured on the positive feedbacks from the architects/delegates and positive response from our exhibitors- our partners in the construction industry. One comment from a delegate architect was that he enjoyed the convention very much he will never forget that

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commission on government and external affairs

executive commissions

Architecture is defined as “the art and science of designing and erecting buildings”. The Architect is defined as “a licensed professional trained to plan, design, and oversee the construction of buildings”. These are two words that at times are taken for granted by the laymen of our generation and generations before us. Gone are the times when architects were recognized as prestigious members of society and to hold such a title would be an honor only a few could attain. We should reclaim that prestige and make it known to all members of society and remind them of our importance. A great way to step in the right direction is through information through education. We will educate that we can guide them towards a better way of living. What better way to continue this process by celebrating with the annual World Day of Architecture (WDA) and the National Architecture Week (NAW).

The WDA was initiated the Union Internationale Des Architects (UIA) in 2005 to “remind the world of its collective responsibility for the future of the human habitat ” . I t has been celebrated annually since then. The UIA WDA theme is “Culture-Architecture”,

By Ar. Melanie Anne Almanzor-Lim

2013 WORLD DAY OF ARCHITECTURE AND NATIONAL ARCHITECTURE WEEK

where they “hope to generate a wellspring of interpretations and illustrations of architects’ diversity, richness, and capacity for invention through their designs and realizations”. The UIA invites its members to celebrate the World Day of Architecture on October 7, 2013 by “creating events that highlight culture as a vital part of the architectural process and illustrate its potential to help resolve the challenges architects face in the practice of their profession”. Taking the UIA’s theme, the UAP’s theme is “Arkitektura: Salamin ng Ating Kultura” (translation: Architecture: Window of Our Culture). True enough, the way we design our buildings should be in harmony with the environment and social needs it is surrounded by. When we try to work against the elements and against the day-to-day needs of our own culture, we are faced with a space not utilized for its potential. Filipino Architecture should be designed specifically for the Filipino. It ideally showcases our customary beliefs, social forms and material traits as their characteristic features of everyday existence. We can highlight past, current, and future forms of Filipino architecture wherein we celebrate the genius behind them and discuss flaws that

we can solve together and show how there isn’t any other architect in the world more qualified to do so than the Filipino Architect.

The WDA will be held at Market!Market!. It shall be a blitzkrieg of events in this sole venue where there will exhibits, forums, shows, games, special guests. We will have representatives representing factoring key players that are in one way or the other molding the way we live. We will have an interactive area for the general public to get creative. The UAPSA and UAPGA shall also be treating us for some entertainment. This will be a day of celebration, recognition and education, linking man, the nation and the world in one day as architects.

WDA will introduce the upcoming National event which is our annual National Architecture Week (NAW). NAW will be celebrated from December 8-14, 2013. The theme for this even is “Aligning with the Global Skyline” and will be hosted in 4 cities, namely Manila, Pampanga, Cebu and Davao, respectively representing each Area of the UAP. Being a “National” event this will provide an equal share of exposure and build-up by having the exact

same activities, whereas in previous years, the main event only took place in Manila. In conjunction the WDA, we will reinforce the recognition our Filipino architects. Our aim is to further inform our society about our architects’ contribution to every single Filipino in the country. We are going to remind them how responsible we are for where they live, work, go to school, get clinical treatment, etc. We shall show that we are not just responsible for providing a building for function but also a building of beauty.

Not only shal l we recognize how the Filipino architect contributes to society but we shall also present the Filipino Architect as a capable competitor against our international counterparts. We will put a light on the multi-faceted Filipino style by showing the different forms and flair of the different regions in the country through a “Main Exhibit”. The “Main Exhibit” shall be the highlight of NAW which shall showcase specific aspects of our Architecture. We can comprehend these events as if we were a large family showcasing the uniqueness of our brothers and sisters but still bound together as one family, a family of architects proving to our country what we can do and what our forefathers did.

In the photo are the following WDA/NAW team members:

Ar. Antonio Valdes, Adviser; Ar. Willie Chua, Chairman; Ar. Johanna Macasieb, Deputy Chair for NAW; Ar. Maria Cynthia Funk - Deputy Chair for WDAAr. Gerard Ilagan, Ar. Jojo Pua, Ar. Richard Sison, Ar. Francis Malabed, Ar. Carla Malabed, Ar. Carol Laurena, Ar. Melanie Lim, Ar. Louie Vito (MEDIA & Production), Ar. Leiron De Guzman (UAPSA Chairman), Mr. Paulo Mendoza (UAPSA President), Members

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NEWS LETTER FOR HOSPITAL PLANNINg AND DESIgN

executive commissions

professional development commission

By Arch. Marie Ann Medenilla

By Arch. Marie Ann Medenilla

CONSTRUCTION OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH (COSH) SEMINAR REPORT

Opening ce remony started at 8:30AM on the 22nd of August 2013 with the invocation led by Arch. Ferdinand Estepa, Greenhills Chapter 2013-2014 President. Arch. Leah De la Rosa, Executive Director of the Professional Development Commission (PDC), introduced the special guest NEVP Arch. Lora B. Rivera, fuap, to welcome the participants; then explained the seminar mechanics. There were only 15 participants who attended out of 30 who confirmed due to Typhoon Maring and Habagat.

The seminar proper started at 9:00AM by People, Environment, Materials, Equipment Consultancy (PEME) resource person Mr. Frumencio T. Tan. He discussed the topics: Setting the Learning Climate, Basic Safety Concepts, Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Legislation, DOLE Regulations (D.O.13), H a z a r d o u s M a t e r i a l s Handling, Excavation Safety, Fall Protection and Ladder Safety and Scaffolding.

On the second day of the COSH Seminar Mr. Frumencio T. Tan discussed the topics on Temporary S t r u c t u r e s : A - Fr a m e S c a f fo ld ing , H-Frame Scaffolding, Ladder and Gondo la s , Too l s and Equipment, and Safety Programming. Instructions on Safety Programming, Demolition & Explosives, Confine Space, and Lock Out-Tag Out in addition to Electrical Safety, Machine Safety, Welding Safety, and Hot works were shared in the afternoon.

The third day of seminar had resource person Dr. Albert

L Asprec, who discussed the topic on Environmental Safety, Occupational Health Hazards, and Job Hazard Analysis. He also touched on Personal Protective Equipment, Emergency Preparedness and Fire Safety with lessons learned from Serendra.

On the fourth day of seminar, Dr. Asprec l ec tured on Acc ident Investigation, Safety and Health Programming, and Human Elements in Safety. In the afternoon there was Fire Safety and the Role of Construction Site Safety Officers.

Before the afternoon break participants were divided into 4 groups to do the HSE Program. They inspected the facilities of the UAPHQ as their program assignment.

The 1st group was assigned to the Basement, the 2nd group to the Dormitory at the 4th level, the 3rd group had the Secretariat Office at 5th level, and the 4th group was assigned to the roof deck level.

The fifth day of seminar dated August 31, 2013, started with the invocation music of “Give Thanks” by our resource person PEME President Mr. Joel B. Ello. He started with the Importance of OSH, then went on to discuss World Class Safety Management, Adult Learning, OSH Legislation,

The COSH 2013 graduates

and Safety Inspection.In the afternoon he

discussed the Tool Box Meeting, Re-entry Plans with a workshop learning assessment. The participants were given an examination on what they learned from the 5 days of seminar. The special guest for the closing ceremony is past Secretary General Arch. Rey Gabitan, uap. He handed the certificates to the 15 graduates of the COSH Training Seminar. After the graduation he shared an inspiring message to the graduates.

The United Architects of the Phi l ippines Professional Development Commission (UAP–PDC) held a seminar on Hospital Planning and Design in collaboration with the Department of Health on the 13th-15th and 20th to 22nd of June 2013. There were 31 architects who attended this 9th Hospital Planning and Design seminar by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). The resource speakers for the seminar were Architects Prosperidad C. Luis, fuap; Maria Rebecca M. Peñafiel, uap; and Elda Shina S. Samoza, uap.

On the first day of the seminar, Arch. Leah

De la Rosa introduced Arch. Lora B. Rivera, fuap, UAP’s National Executive Vice President (NEVP) to welcome the participants. The attendees were given numerous activities that they had to finish on the allotted time given by the resource speakers. Special guest from the DOH, Mrs. Aida Cuadra discussed the DOH Licensing Requirements for Establishment of Hospitals.

On the 5th day of the seminar, the guest speakers were from allied services. These were Civil Engr. Maximo Adan, Jr., Electrical Engr. Ramon Alfonso, Mechanical Engr. Carlos Bariring, Sanitary Engr. Severino Reyes Jr., and Engr. Gary Lunas for Fire Safety &

Protection. The participants had a presentation of their group’s hospital design and site development plan.

On the last day of the seminar, they had a tour of the St. Lukes Medical Center in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City in the morning. Right after the tour, lunch at the UAP Headquarters then continued with talks with guest speaker Arch. Daniel Lichauco who discussed best practices in hospital planning and design as well as a session with a representative from Chemetron, a company who specializes in Medical Gas System Design.

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T h e S e n t ro n g Arkitekturang Fil ipino (SAF) k i c k-o f f i t s activity for its second year term with the talk “Arkitekturang Filipino... meron ba?” last July 31, 2013 at the Northwestern University, Laoag City and Divine Word College of Laoag by Archt. Rino D.A. Fernandez, uap, Project Head, Special Project / Campus Tour. It was followed at the Block, SM North EDSA in Quezon City last August 24, 2013.

A National Student Design Competition with the theme: ACCESS (Architecture Competition o n C o n c e p t u a l Excellence in Safety and Sustainability) intended for individual students currently enrolled in the Architectural Design 8 course (4th year level) in any city or municipality spearheaded by Archt.

C. Luis, fuap, gave the closing remarks to the participants. Along with Arch. Elda Shina S. Samoza, uap they received certificates of recognition as the resource speakers of the seminar.

There were architects who did outstanding work on planning of the hospital outer zone and inner zones and were given a Hospital Handbook. All attendees were certificates of recognition and hospital books during their graduation. The DOH is very strict in attendance so out of the 31 attendees, there

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By: Rogelio D. Caringal, UAPA LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIvE DIRECTOR

REPORT ON SUSTAINAbLETOILET DESIgNS (HCg)

This is a seminar on the design and construction of sanitary fittings. The seminar is only for one whole day (9 hours) with 9 CPE credits. The seminar fee is Php950 with subsidy from HCG as the major sponsor of this seminar.

These are the District Areas for Sustainable Toilet Designs Seminar:1. August 3, 2013 District Area C4 Iloilo2. August 17, 2013 District Area D2 Zamboanga3. August 24, 2013 District Area B5 Legaspi, Bicol4. August 30, 2013 District Area A2b Zambales-

Olongapo5. August 31, 2013 District Area A2b Sinukwan-

Pampanga

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In the closing ceremonies special guest speakers were former Executive Director of the PDC Arch. Armin Sarthou Jr., fuap and UAP National President Arch. Rozanno Rosal, fuap. Architects Maria Rebecca M. Peñafiel, uap, and Prosperidad

were 8 architects who need to complete all the modules and activities first to receive their certificate.

Good news, there will be another Hospital Planning & Design Seminar! It will be on November 2013 in Iloilo. The seminar will be for six

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(6) whole days, with a fee of Php8,500.00 which includes meals and kits. Reserve your slot for the seminar now for just Php1,000. per person. The number of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) units were upgraded from 32 CPE units to 40.

Ferdinand I. Dela Paz, uap, Project Head, Architectural Design Competition. A cash pr ize, cer tificate of merits and summer internship are at stake for the three (3) winners.

Archt. Daniel V. A. Lichauco, uap, Project Head, Lecture Series on Filipino Architecture, will conduct lecture series for the forthcoming UAP National events – World Day of Architecture, Nat ional Archi tecture Week and UAP National Convention.

Before the end of this year, the “Diksyonaryong Bisual ng Arkitekturang Filipino”, a joint project of the College of Architecture, Univers i t y o f Santo Tomas (CA – UST) and United Architects of the Philippines – SAF (UAP-SAF) will be formally launched to the general public.

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society will reach higher levels of progress if all persons can be part of that progress, giving them a sense of belonging and ownership. We must go beyond BP 344 and move into the more holistic view of Universal Design.

A SUSTAI NABLE society rests on the three pillars of Profit, Planet and People. Profit may be addressed through designing more energy and water efficient buildings, therefore passing on the savings to the members of society. Planet may be addressed through careful use of our resources and designing disaster resilient structures and communities. People may be

addressed by an environment that sustain the health of the members of society through sanitation, reduce pollution, healthy Indoor Environmental Quality.

The Executive Director of the Commission on Professional Practice continues to present and encourage UAP Chapters to adopt this CSR in their respective areas. Chapters may adopt a city, municipality, town, barangay, public school, public hospital, public park, public market, etc. that will showcase the architects intervention to create a safe, accessible and sustainable society.

Let us give back to society the fruits of our professional skill and prove to society that ARCHITECTS CARE!

One of the seven commis-sions of the UAP Organization is the Commission on Internal Affairs; which is responsible for the growth, welfare and development of all members in the organization through its programs and activities. Headed by Arch. Carlomagno B. Matela for the fiscal year 2013-2014, the Commission on Internal Affairs conducts a regular meeting scheduled at the National Headquar-ters every second Monday of the month, keeping its toes to serve all members to the hilt.

Following are the Com-mittees under the Commis-sion:

Committee on Chapter Organization: The Commit-tee in charge of promoting UAP objectives through the organization of Chapters. It coordinates the preparation of requirements and activities with the aspiring members for proper chartering of chap-ter. Headed by Arch. Ricardo Balagtas, the Committee looks forward to having a minimum of four new Chapters this year. Currently, the Organization has 134 Chapters, 18 of which are foreign.

FYI. Chapter with 100 or more active members is eligible to be segmented depending on the preference of the Chapter. There has to be a minimum of 30 members to charter a Chapter, which has a 3-month probation. It is ideal to have 35 or more members to start with so as to forego the probation period. It is also encouraged to name a Chapter after its loca-tion for easy identification.

Committee on Member-ship and General Welfare: The Committee takes charge of all matters with respect to membership. Responsible in updating the UAP roster which includes personal and professional data, good stand-ing status, and organization

commission on professional practice

In the recent American Institute of Architects National Convention, Cameron Sinclair, Architecture for Humanity co-founder said “Less that 3% of the world’s population use the services of architects, but 71% are in dire need of better buildings to live, learn and work in.”

As architects, we have the education and training to advocate and create “fair and sustainable development, welfare and cultural expression of society’s habitat in terms of space, forms and historical context” (RA 9266, IRR Sec 3)

In this light, professional architectural ser vice is the best Corporate Social Responsibility for the United A r c h i t e c t s o f t h e Phi l ippines . W i t h o u r background of a holistic view of our built environment a n d o u r sensitivity to sustainable development, UAP will adopt a CSR of creating a SAFE, ACCESSIBLE AND SUSTAINABLE SOCIETY.

A SAFE society includes considering health issues like sewage, solid waste, thermal comfort and air/noise pollution. Since our country is in a typhoon and earthquake zone, we can design the built environment to be resilient to these potential disasters. Safe society also includes reducing crime through better designed, well lighted and visually connected communities.

A n ACC ES S I B LE society allows all persons, irregardless of their physical abilities, to participate in the development of the community they belong to. A

By: Miguel Guerrero, FUAP, APEC Architect, AssocAIA, GreenAPBy: Anne Bayot

UAP Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) COMMISSION ON INTERNAL AFFAIRS bASIC KNOW AbOUT

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commission on internal affairs

residency, dissemination of information and invitation of all activities to all members es-pecially Honorary Members of the College of Fellows, Senior Members, Past Presidents and Likha Awardees while setting up systems that will serve and render assistance to members.

Both under the Chair-manship of Arch. Leiron de Guzman, discussions continue for the device implementation of the one ID system, Member Emeritus, Sunshine Commit-tee, Health/ Life Insurance AND PAG-IBIG benefits.

At present, we have 435 new Architects and a total of 12,173 UAP members in good standing.

Committee on Library and Archive: Chaired by Arch. Pamela Jennifer Del Rosario this year, the Committee in-tends not only to organize and develop archive and retrieval system but also has in mind the acquisition of plans of his-torical buildings and re-lay out of library.

Committee on By-Laws: Arch. Marlon Cariño, who heads the committee for the second year, interprets and provides referral service con-cerning the By-laws.

For this year, there are amendments pending with regards to the UAP National Board structure and National Elections. Every member is encouraged to be informed of the UAP by-laws, its scopes and definition affecting our organization.

Committee on Ways and Means: As stated in the Gen-eral Provisions of the UAP Commissions and Committees Duties and Responsibilities, this Committee proposes ef-fective programs and activities to generate funds for proper implementation of projects as per approval of the National

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A5 District Induction

Out of the 5 UAP local Chapters under District Area

A 4, the Elliptical had the most Architects who attended the recently concluded Joint Induction Ceremony entitled “United Amidst Challenges” held on July 5, 2013, at the Luxent Hotel in Quezon City.

DISTRICT A2a INDUCTIONGolf Course Clubhouse Lakewood CityCabanatuan City, Nueva EcijaFiscal Year 2013 – 2014

areas / districts / chapters induction

A3 District Induction

QC Cental Chapter Induction

QC Silangan Chapter Induction

ONE B2, ONE UAP: The UAP Regional District B2 successfully held its Joint Induction of Officers and Turnover Ceremonies last Aug. 8, 2013 at The Bayleaf, Intramuros with the overwhelming support of the National Board of Officers.

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Joint Induction District B5

areas / districts / chapters induction

Joint Induction District C1

District C2 Induction

QC Silangan Chapter Induction

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Area D Induction

April 10-12, 2014SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia, Pasay CityThe UAP 40th National Convention Fee:

FOR EARLY BIRD Deadline: January 15, 2014Area C & D PhP 4,000.00Distrct A1a,A1b, B5 PhP 4,200.00All other Areas & District PhP 4,500.00REGULAR RATE Deadline: March 15, 2014Area C & D PhP 4,500.00Distrct A1a,A1b, B5 PhP 4,700.00All other Areas & District PhP 5,000.00From March 16 to April 2 2014All AREAS PhP 6,000.00NON UAP Member PhP 12,000.00UAPSA/UAPGA PhP 1,500.00

D4 District Induction

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The UAP Zambales-Olongapo Chapter, FY 2013-2014

DiSTRicT A1a • Pangasinan-Dagupan• Baguio• ilocos-ciudad Fernandina• La Union• ilocos Norte-Laoag city• Summer capital• Pangasinan-Scale• Ylocos-Vigan• La Union-Agila• cordillera • DiSTRicT A1b • cagayan Valley• isabela-Sierra Madre• Nueva Vizcaya• cagayan North • DiSTRicT A2a • Nueva Ecija-cabanatuan• Bulacan• Barasoain• Sta. Maria-Bulacan East • DiSTRicT A2b • Zambales-Olongapo• Tarlac• Pampanga-San Fernando• Balanga-Bataan• Angeles city• Sinukwan-Pampanga • DiSTRicT A3 • Quezon city• Qc-Silangan• Qc-capitol• Tandang Sora• Hongkong• Qc-central• Los Angeles• Qc-South Triangle • DiSTRicT A4 • Diliman• New Manila• camanava-Hilaga• Qc-Elliptical• Nova-central• KSA-Eastern Province• KSA-Western Region• KSA-Riyadh• UAE-Dubai• UAE-Abu Dhabi• Qatar • Bahrain • DiSTRicT A5 • Rizal-Taytay• Pasig• Marikina Valley• San Juan-Mandaluyong• Greenhills• Rizal East• california 116• Rizal-Kalayaan 100• Rizal-cainta 101• San Juan Pinaglabanan• Southern california

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Area A1b Induction C e r e m o n y . Guest of Honor Tuguegarao City Mayor Jefferson

Soriano meets with United Architects of

the Philippines (UAP) National President Arch. Rosal and UAP National Vice President for Area A Arch. Taguinod on the 14th of July 2013 at the Pulsar Hotel.

The United Architects of the Philippines Angeles City Chapter has had a remarkable growth from eight (8) members in the year 1985 to over two hundred membership at present. Thru the efforts of its founding president, Arch Nestor Mangio, fuap, and all the past and present presidents, UAP Angeles City Chapter continuous to flourish as one of the happiest chapters of UAP.

On its 2 8 t h

Founding Anniversar y, UAP Angeles City Chapter celebrates with its theme “Architects Working Together”. The theme reflects the call for the members to contribute more for the betterment of the organization. Chapter President José W. Punsalan’s thrust is to live up to the name of the organization and inspire architects to “Jointly Work for Progress” not only of the chapter but of the profession as well.

New members of UAP AC Chapter were presented and inducted at this year’s chapter anniversary.

Quezon City Capitol Chapter Induction Ceremony.

UAP Bulacan Chapter FY 2013-14 Induction to office. L-R: Director Arch. Nilo Salto, Chapter Treasurer Arch. Lady Fatima Cruz, Secretary Arch. Catherine Buenaluz, Chapter President Arch. John Derek Biag. The rest is Nueva Ecija Chapter officers.

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UAP QC CHAPTER INDUCTION

CEREMONIESBy: Arch. Cesar N. Turla Jr., UAPUnited Architects of the Philippines Quezon City Chapter led by incoming Chapter President, Cesar N. Turla Jr, held its Induction of Incoming Chapter Officers and Chairpersons with the theme “Confronting New Challenges thru Collaboration, Teamwork and Unity” last 25 July 2013 at the Multi-Purpose Hall of Camp Crame, EDSA corner Boni Serrano, Quezon City.Guest of Honor was National Executive Vice President Arch. Lora B. Rivera, fuap,

who emphasized the role of the architect as a leader in the community and the necessity to prepare for the challenge of globalization.

Smooth transition and turn-over rites from Immediate Past President, Maricel Arce-Ignacio to Incoming Chapter President, Cesar Turla Jr. was initiated by A3 District Director Romeo Sicam, uap.The event was well attended by Past Chapter Presidents headed by Charter Founder, Arch. Greg F. Timbol, fuap, Arch. Ed Florentino, fuap, Arch Luz-Litonjua Yap, fuap, Arch Luis C. Montes, fuap, Arch. Ka Kuen Chua, fuap, Arch Richard M. Garcia, fuap, Arch. Gloria Teodoro, fuap and Arch. Andres Castillo Jr. uap.Master of Ceremony was no less than Past Chapter President, Arch. Henry Steve Olonan, uap.

Tandang Sora Induction

QC South Triangle induction

As part of our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), every year, the UAP Zambales-Olongapo chapter involves itself in the celebration of the National Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation (NDPR) week by sponsoring the Annual UAP POSTER MAKING contest. The said contest is being held exclusively for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), specifically children.Arch. Rolando P. Addun, fuap, Arch. Corazon Z. Gonzales, fuap and Arch. Myrna P. Aquino, uap, served as judges in the annual UAP POSTER MAKING contest, during the celebration of the 2013 NDPR week last July 21, 2013 held at Harbor Point, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Olongapo City.

Diliman Chapter Induction

QC Silangan Chapter forms the Sama-sama Arki Tulong sa Komunidad Disaster Relief Program. Acknowledged by then Secretary General Arch. Rey Gabitan at UAP Headquarters, chapter members brought boxes of relief goods to Sto. Domingo Church for donation distribution to affected areas by the calamities devastating the Metro.

The 1st General Membership Meeting was held on July 6, 2013 at Sea and Sky Resort Hotel, wherein the new sets of Officers and Members for FY 2013-14 was announced, including the presentation of the chapter plans and activities for the FY as previously planned in the 1st Board Meeting.

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Manila Maharlika Chapter induction

Manila Maynilad Chapter induction

DiSTRicT B1 • Manila Atelier• Manila Sampaloc• Manila Metro• Manila centrum• Manila Archizonian• Manila Sta. Mesa• canada-calgary• Singapore • DiSTRicT B2 • Mags• Manila Maharlika• Manila Maynilad• Manila corinthian• Manila intramuros• Manila Alcaldia• Ontario-canada• Manila La Solidaridad• British columbia • DiSTRicT B3 • Makati• Makati-cBD• Parañaque-Palanyag• Greenbelt• Alabang• cavite• For t Bonifacio• UAP Kuala Lumpur • DiSTRicT B4 • Quezon Province• San Pablo• Laguna• Batangas• Palawan • DiSTRicT B5 • camarines• Legazpi• iriga-Rinconada• Daraga-cagsawa• Sorsogon-Kasanggayahan• Daet-camarines Norte• Tabaco• catanduanes• Masbate Rodeo

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Induction of New Members done by the guest speaker, National Vice President for Area B Arch. Roger Ong, after they were charged by the UAP District Director, Arch. Abe Firmeza last August 24, 2013 at the Gallery of UST Beato Angelico Building.Arch. Mich Santos, chapter VP for Operations, hands over the Certificate of Appreciation to the Guest Speaker/ UAP NVP, Arch. Ong and UAP DD Area B, Arch. Firmeza during the UAP Manila Atelier Chapter’s GMM, Induction of New Members and Honor Dinner for Fellows.The following architects were honored with Certificates of Merit during the UAP Manila Atelier Chapter’s GMM held last Aug. 24, 2013, they are:1. Norma Alarcon, FUAP2. Maria Nina Bailon-Arce, FUAP3. Mariano Arce, Jr., FUAP4. Tobias Bonaobra, FUAP5. James Jao, FUAPArch. Herrera accepted the certificate of appreciation on behalf of DAVIES PAINTS, the major sponsor of the event. Arch. Cecil Villanueva received one of the raffle prizes given by CONCRETE VENTURE INC. represented by Arch. Pete Martin. Chapter VP for Programs, Arch. Diyosa Espina presented the major raffle prize to the winner Arch. Mervin Go.It was a very successful event thru Manila Atelier’s active chapter officers and thru the continuous collaboration of the UAPSA, UST Chapter.

Manila Sta Mesa Chapter induction

UAP British

ColUmBiA ChAPter Joins Pinoy FiestA PArAde in VAnCoUVerThe United Architects of the Philippines British Columbia Chapter participated in the recently concluded annual Pinoy Fiesta Parade in Vancouver last August 10, 2013. The affair saw the participation of several groups from the Filipino Canadian community in the Greater Vancouver Area.The event is a crowd drawer and usually attracts a large number of spectators and audiences from other cultural and ethnic groups in Vancouver. The parade converged at a Vancouver sports community complex where a program was held till evening. The program was attended by some Members of Legislative Assembly of British Columbia and a host of City of Vancouver officials. The UAP-BC Chapter’s participation in this parade was lauded by the Hon. Jose A.P. Ampeso, the Consul-General at the Philippine Consulate in Vancouver. Mr. Tom Avendano, a leading Filipino-Canadian community leader in Vancouver has likewise extended his appreciation to the UAP-BC Chapter for its presence in the parade and encourage the UAP-BC to make it an annual endeavor to join in every activities that the Filipino-Canadian community might be holding. This is the first time that the UAP-BC

Thirty three new members and new set

of officers were inducted last September 15, 2013 during the 18th Cavite Chapter Induction held at Taal Vista Hotel Tagaytay City. The event was enjoyed by 107 architects from Cavite Chapter, as well as some National Officers; B-3 Council Representatives; Presidents from other chapters; sponsors; and other guests. The

speakers and honorable guests were as follows: Vice Mayor Celso de Castro, Tagaytay City; Rozanno C. Rosal, fuap, UAP National President; Cong. Arch. Francis Gerald Abaya, District 1 Cavite; and Renato Heray, fuap, pala, UAP Cavite Past President. Major sponsor of the Cavite Chapter Induction of New Members and Officers was Davies Paints; other sponsors were, Steeltech, Color Steel and Crown Pipes.

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Manila Corinthian Chapter induction

Makati CBD Chapter induction

Laguna Chapter induction Quezon Province Chapter induction

Parañaque Palanyag Chapter induction

Fort Bonifacio Chapter inductionMakati Greenbelt Chapter induction

Alabang Chapter induction

Chapter participated in this kind of event.UAP-BC Chapter President Arch. Joe Larano expressed his gratitude to the Filipino-Canadian community for embracing and welcoming the ideals of the United Architects of the Philippines in enhancing and upgrading the professional level of Filipino architects in British Columbia. Arch. Joe Larano states that participation in the community development is one of the three major objectives of the UAP-BC Chapter.

Test of T R U S T a n d T E A M -W O R K : UAP Dis-trict B2 in

collaboration with UAP Ma-nila Alcaldia Chapter conduct-ed its kick-off activity through team building and family day-out at Shanghai Garden Resort in Better Living, Paranaque last July 21, 2013.

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DiSTRicT c1 • cebu• Dumaguete• Rajah Humabon• Bohol• Datu Lapu-Lapu• Sugbu• cebu-Leon KilatDiSTRicT c2 • Bacolod• Negrense• Mt. Kanla-on • DiSTRicT c3 • Leyte• San Juanico• Leyte-West• Metro-Tacloban• Samar-Sinirangan • DiSTRicT c4 • iloilo• capiz• Marikudo• Antique• Hamili• Aklan

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Everything was almost déjà vu for the architects in Central Visayas last August 17, 2013, a pleasant one that is. Architect Paolo Alberto took his oath as District Director of UAP Regional District C-1 (UAP-RDC1) for the second straight term at the same venue where he took his first, at the Cebu Parklane International Hotel.

Alberto led the annual joint induction event, which gathered officers and new members from al l seven Central Visayas Chapters. His district council officers remained intact which is proof of the desire of the current district leadership to sustain the projects that it had started during the past fiscal year, including the establishment of the UAP satellite office in Cebu.

This year ’s l ine-up of UAP-RDC1 chapter pres idents a re second-termers except for UAP Cebu, Dumaguete, Datu Lapu Lapu and Cebu Leon Kilat , which had a r c h i t e c t s A rc h i m e d e s Oracion, Janice Garol, Jensen Racho and Michael

Roger Sanchez formal ly taking the leadership tasks of their chapters.

UAP National President Rozanno Rosal, who delivered the keynote address, became at home at the venue too having been there before to lead the induction of the officers and new members. He was accompanied by National Treasurer Alfred Carandang, National Auditor Mohammad Uttoh and Area-C Vice President Alfonso Gamboa.

The night was also an opportune time to recognize the chapters which went the extra mile to be of service to their members and to the organization. The District gave the “Best Chapter in UAP-RDC1” award to UAP Sugbu Chapter and the “Most Active Chapter in UAP-RDC1” award to UAP Bohol Chapter led respectively by its second-term presidents Buck Richnold Sia and Hector Balonda.

With everything that transpired on that eventful evening, District C-1 looks to duplicate its dynamism in the organization for the new fiscal year.

UAP DISTRICT C1 INDUCTS OFFICERS AND NEW MEMBERSBy Karl Aries Emerson F. Cabilao, UAP

UAP DISTRICT C4 JOINT INDUCTION AND TURN-OVER CEREMONIES

O v e r a h u n d r e d Profess ional Archi tects participates on the UAP Distr ict C4 Joint and Turn-O ver Ceremonies last August 1, 2013 held at Smallville 21 Hotel,Smallville Complexh,Mandurriao Iloilo City.

The theme for that said activity was “Empowering the Local Architects through Profess ional Leaderhip” Participated mainly by six chapters over Panay Island with their newly elected chapter presidents namely Archt. Margarette Albacete of Iloilo Chapter, Archt. Jose Rex G. Delos Reyes of Hamili Chapter, Archt Corina S. Moleta of Marikudo Chapter, Archt. Ryan N. Ortigas of Antique Chapter, Archt. Manuel V. Torres of Aklan Chapter,and Archt. Emmanuel B. Espino of Capiz Chapter.

The said one day activity will give the participants a chance to meet new colleagues to learn and to interact from seminar and product presentation.

Morning program started at 10:30 am in the morning with a solemnly mass. Followed by product presentation sponsors of Hafele Inc. and American Wires and Cables Co. Inc. Guest speaker Archt. Guillermo H. Hisancha,fuap apec architect impart his knowledge during seminar and open forum with a topic of

Proper Decorum’s on Meeting.All morning activity was held at Ruby Pearl function room ,Smallville 21 hotel.At exactly 4:30 in the afternoon all distric C4 chapter presidents conduct a closed meeting with the National President Archt. Rozanno C. Rosal at tapetoted Smallville Complex Iloilo.

Evening activity was welcomed by a c lassic sophis t icated ambience held at Twin ballroom, Smallville 21 Hotel. Lively gorgeous architects, guest and sponsors were gathered to commemorate the proper oathaking evening program.

Program ended with a full packed raffle prices by the active sponsorship of Boysen, Hafele, Emerald, Primax and American Cables and Wires Co. Inc.

Arch. Guillermo H. Hisancha, fuap, apec, accept the certificate of appreciation as guest speaker awarded by newly elected chapter president from left Arch.Corina S. Moleta-UAP Marikudo/ District C4 Secretary, Arch.Margarette Albacete –UAP loilo, Arch.Jose Mari B. Moleta-District C4 Director, and Arch.Manuel V. Torres from UAP Aklan.

A Powerful long table together with Arch. Rozanno C. Rosal –UAP National President

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Knowing that they are always

o n the last part of the schedule as far as induction ceremonies are concerned, the officers of the UAP Sugbu Chapter did not wait for their oaths of office and immediately got the chapter gears running for the new fiscal year.

Under chapter president for the second term Buck Richnold Sia, UAP Sugbu held its 5th Professional Growth Seminar (PGS) exactly a week before the joint induction event for UAP Regional District C-1. The whole day seminar, entitled “Let’s Talk LEED” (or Leadership in Energy and Environment Design) was done in the City Sports Club Cebu, inside the Cebu Business Park.

The resource speakers were LEED Accredited Professionals Dean Barone and Marivic Gulosino-Kapuno, a Sugbu chapter member. Barone has a design firm in Houston,

Texas and has been a LEED Accredited Professional since 2003. Gulosino-Kapuno on the other hand is a Cebuana architect, who placed 3rd in the Architect’s Licensure Examination in 2005 and learned LEED accreditation while working in Dubai.

The seminar dealt mainly on the principles of LEED, the certification process, credit-by-credit review of the LEED rating system and “LEED-ing” for commercially-viable sustainable buildings. Around 40 architects and architecture students took part in the activity.

The chapter started its PGS tradition way back in 2004 during the term of past president Rose Marie Ibanez-Ubando, when it held its first seminar dealing on the topic “Contract Document Preparation”, with past president Milton Ogdoc as resource speaker.

UAP SUGBU CHAPTER LEADS TALk ON LEEDBy Karl Aries Emerson F. Cabilao, UAP

The UAP H a m i l i C h a p t e r

attended the whole day seminar “Sustainable Toilet Planning and Design” held at Diversion 21 Hotel, Benigno Aquino Ave., Mand., Iloilo City last Aug. 3, 2013. With full support, the Chapter was represented by its Pres. Jose Rex G. De los Reyes, VP Rochel Bendayon, Treas. Dorisa Rivera, Auditor Lucia Suarnaba, BOD John Gentapanan, BOD Martin Custodio and members Marjoelina Didulo, Mary Ann Grace Militar, Ex-Offico Regina Falconite and Theresa Austria.

The seminar is a program of the UAP Professional Dev’t. Commission sponsored by the

Dist. C-4 headed by its Dist. Director Jose Mari Moleta and were enjoined by the 3 UAP Chapters in Iloilo City namely: UAP Iloilo represented by its Pres. Margarette Albacete, UAP Marikudo represented by Pres. Corina Moleta, and UAP Hamili represented by Pres. Jose Rex G. De los Reyes. Other Panay wide UAP chapter: UAP Aklan, UAP Capiz, and UAP Antique were also invited for the activity but unfortunately were not able to attend due to unfavorable weather condition.

Compressed into one day activity, the seminar comes in 6 module with lecturers Ar. Leah De la Rosa started the morning session with topic on Introduction to Sustainable Toilet Designs, Ar. Rey Gabitan on Laws affecting Toilet Design Standards, Ar. Michael Ang on Ethics, and Engr. Jun Batoon for Manufacturing Process.

The seminar ended with success through the participation of HCG as the sponsor for the seminar. Forming part of the program of the Dist C4 for the FY 2013-2014 with theme “Enpowering the Local Architects through Professional leadership” the seminar entail architects to emphasize sustainable toilet design in every project thereon.

The July 20, 2013 is a memorable day for the UAP Hamili Chapter as it celebrates the 9th Year Anniversary, filled with continuous endeavor of dedicated members and well supportive mentors and founders. Way back, the chapter was officially registered on April 14, 2004 with Reg. No. 98. Headed by Ar. Rony P. De Juan as the 1st Chapter President, followed by Ar. James Gonzaga, Ar. Regina Falconite, Ar. Cecil Lataquin, Ar. Nathanael the current

UAP HAMILI CHAPTER ATTENDS SEMINAR ON “SUSTAINABLE TOILET PLANNING & DESIGN”

UAP HAMILI CHAPTER CELEBRATES“9TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY”

UAP HAMILI CHAPTER with Chapter President Arch. Jose Rex G. Delos Reyes and past chapter president Arch. Rony P. De Juan.

U A P MARIKUDO CHAP TER with Chapter President Arch. Corina S. Moleta and past chapter president Arch. Vernam Lamis.

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newly elected President for the FY 2013-2014.

To make the event a memorable one, a whole day was filled with activities. The chapter joined the early morning mass celebration at San Jose Parish Church at Plaza Libertad, Iloilo City. Followed thereafter by a caravan around the city proper area up to the Grand Hotel for the lunch buffet and product presentation sponsored by Island Paint, on its first ever show off in the city of Iloilo.

(L-R) E. Trespeses, M. Custodio, JR Reyes, N. Duenas, D. Rivera, R. Bendayon, J. Gentapanan

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6TH UAP DAVAO ALPHA INDUCTION CEREMONY

40TH ANNIVERSARY & PRC WEEk

The UAP - Davao Alpha has once again been invited by the Professional Regulation

Commission (PRC) to join them in the Celebration of their 40th Anniversary and PRC Week along with other professional organizations in Davao. The week kicked off with a Motorcade 9:00am of June 17, 2013 followed by a short program in their office. All participating Organizations were recognized and was given a Certificate of Appreciation when the program ended.

Mt. Apo Chapter Induction

1ST STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR CY

2013-2014 AND TEAM BUILDING ACTIVITY

The United Architects of the Philippines – Davao Chapter 1st Strategic P lanning and Team Buildiing Activity, was held last April 13, 2013 at Outland Adventure. The said activity was attented by the Outgoing, Incoming and Future Board of Directors, also with the Council of Past Presidents. Its Goal is to...

The Chocolate-themed 6th UAP - Davao Alpha Induction of Officers and New Members was celebrated last July 24, 2013, 6pm at the SMX Convention Center, SM Premier, Lanang, Davao City. Despite the heavy rain and blackout, the ceremony was attended by 70 Corporate members, Area D1 UAP Chapter presidents, our major sponsors, and of course, our special guests - Arch. Rozanno Rosal, FUAP, Arch. Mohammadsarfraz Utoh, UAP, Arch. Noel Querijero,UAP, and Arc h . Ben j amin Panganiban, FUAP. Nine (9) of the officers were inducted

during the event and five (5) of these officers were r e - e l e c t e d , some serving their second or third term already. Twenty-Five (25) new Architects were also inducted as new corporate members of Davao Alpha. The successful induction was celebrated with scrumptious food, chocolate starters and desserts, dance intermission number, a generous line-up of raffle items starting from umbrellas to LED TV to iPad mini, and good music from one of the best pianist and violinist in Davao City.

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Having been relegated to the back seat for a long t ime, the lowly toilet finally takes center stage, as on August 17 , 2013 the United A rc h i t e c t s o f t h e Philippines (UAP) and

the Professional Development Center (PDC) in coordination with Hocheng Philippines Corp. (HCG), brought the “Sustainable Toilet Design Seminar” to Zamboanga City. Thirty three participants from the UAP Zamboanga Chapter, UAP Zamboanga Chavacano Chapter and UAP San Juanico (Ipil) Chapter attended the one-day learning module held at Diamond Hall of the Grand Astoria Hotel.

Arch. Leah P. dela Rosa, Committee Chairperson of the PDC started off with a brief history and evolution of the toilet and then discussed the Design Standards of Public and Private Toilets inc luding Internat ional Prescribed Standards, User to Toilet Ratio, Air Quality of Toilets and Sustainable and Green Toilet Designs.

Arch. Rey S. Gabitan, former UAP Sec. General, talked about the Laws Affecting Toilet Design Standards including the

pertinent provisions from the National Building Code, the BP 344 or Accessibility Law, the National Plumbing Code, and the Sanitation Code.

The speakers took turns in explaining the “Ethics of Toilet Designs and Social Norms”, “Gender Sensitive Toilet Designs”, “Geomancy and Ergonomics of Toilet Designs” and “Locational Concerns”.

Finally, the Ancillary A c c e s s o r i e s , M o d e r n Amenities in Public Toilets and Location of Toilet Accessories were discussed by Mr. Justo R. Batoon, Jr., Quality Assurance Manager of HCG Philippines.

The toilet is one area which is most often neglected, but is actually one of the most important parts of a house or any structure, and is commonly viewed as a reflection of the owners or occupants. This seminar is thus a valuable aid in how to (and likewise, how not to) properly design a toilet. It is also interesting to note that there are already waterless toilet systems and technologies available here in the Philippines.

Fo r t h i s h i g h l y informative and entertaining seminar, kudos to all the lecturers, sponsors, and of course the very active District Director for Area D-2, Archt. Shiralee R. Pajarito. The District D2 architects are looking forward to future seminars from UAP/PDC.

THE LOWLY TOILET TAkES CENTER STAGE

By Faith I. Hernandez, UAP

By: Markel Cesar A. Luna, UAP

“SA ARKITEKTO SIgURADO!”Our Seal, Stamp, and Trademark

SUBOK… SAKTO… SULIT… SIGURADO… These words are what the Filipino Architect is all about. Yes, we all know this, but to a good number of Filipinos, we are mere add-ons, an option, a luxury and not a necessity… and to put it poetically, a mystery.

The “Sa Arkitekto, Sigurado!” Campaign aims to promote the Filipino Architect and to protect the Architecture Profession by educating the General Public through various media: Print Ads, Music, and hopefully soon, Radio, TV, & Cinema Ads. There have been occasions wherein Architects and our Profession have been belittled and downplayed. Our goal, through this Campaign, is to correct misconceptions and to properly inform Filipinos about our role in society as Professional Architects. Moreover, one of our thrusts is to define Architecture, that it is the Architect’s Practice, the Architect’s Profession, the Architect’s Product & Creation.

“Sa Arkitekto, Sigurado!” is an assurance that the Filipino Architect can be trusted: A guarantee that high standards will be met. A promise that expectations will be achieved.

There is no such person as a “Small Architect”. Our Competence is not measured by quantity of projects, but

the quality of service that we deliver. “Sa Arkitekto, Sigurado!” is our Seal of Excellence, our Stamp of Approval, and a Trademark that we own. It is our “Battle Cry”, our source of inspiration and pride. The Filipino Architect shall live up to this Slogan through Continuous Professional Educ a t ion Programs , Upgrades in Professional Practice, Exposure to New Technologies, Adoption of Architectural Innovations, and Participation in UAP’s various Activities.

“Sa Arkitekto, Sigurado!” shall make our presence felt. It is a significant step leading towards public awareness of R.A. 9266. It is our desire to have the Architecture Law properly implemented.

“Sa Arkitekto, Sigurado!” may seem to be a simple statement, but it is more than that. It is a declaration that the Filipino Architect deserves to be respected.Primer layouts by Peeya del Rosario.

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BALIK TANAW was conceived by two ‘Little Women of Substance’. “The only time that members of the College of Fellows are given tribute is during necrological services” was expressed by Maria Elena C. Cayanan, FUAP during her incumbency as Chancellor, UAP COF (AY 2006 – 2007) , and concurred by Past Chancellor Corazon F. Tandoc, FUAP.

It was high time, they concluded, that tributes to the Fellows be rendered while they are still around to hear the serendipitous stories and beautiful citations that are usually revealed only when holding necro services.

The concept was referred to the COF Jury and they agreed wholly.

The program was presented by Chancellor Cayanan to the

A bRIEF HISTORY

COF Body during the July, 2006 monthly membership meeting.

The first such tribute was held as the culminating activity of what was then called World Architecture Day, a program of the Union Internationale des Architectes (UIA), where the UAP is a national section.

From then on, the activity had been held annually and has now been institutionalized as part of the UAP Celebration of World Day of Architecture on the first Monday of October.

On October 7, 2013, the tribute continues, still chaired by Past Chancellor Maria Elena C. Cayanan, FUAP under incumbent COF Chancellor Ana Mangalino-Ling, FUAP, Chair of World Day of Architecture Willie Y. Chua, UAP.

The COF will have its monthly general meeting at 8:30 AM at a Market Market Outdoor Restaurant, followed by Holy Mass in the Mall and Opening of World Day of Architecture, then the Balik-Tanaw program and various Architecture Public Awareness preparation for this international event.

On this day, the Tribute continues…

The event was held October 1, 2006, with then UAP National President Edric Marco C. Florentino, F UAP and NEVP Ana M. Ling, FUAP and the National Board working out the inclusion of Balik Tanaw in the UAP observance of the international celebration. The Chairman of WDA 2006 was Antonio Valdez, UAP.

BALIk-TANAW HONOREES

2013 / October 7, 2013Market! Market!Francis L. Arcenas, fuapLuciano V. Aquino, fuapVictoriano O. AvigueteroPancracio B. Calleja, fuapAugusto C. Galang, fuapBenjamin Burgos Soriano, fuapMario S. Valderrama, fuap

2012 / October 1, 2012Teatro Arkitekto, UAP Headquarters BuildingEriberto V. Aguirre, fuapEmmanuel N. Bernardo, fuapOscar N. Dela Cruz, fuapPotenciano C. Estanislao, fuapManuel A. Guanzon, fuapLuz Litonjua-Yap, fuapGeronimo V. Manahan, fuap, likhaLuis C. Montes, Jr., fuapCelso C. Nieves, fuapGregorio G. Sta. Maria, fuapArturo E. Valenzuela, Jr., fuap

2011 / October 3, 2011Teatro Arkitekto, UAP Headquarters BuildingConstantino F. Agbayani, fuapAntonio Y. Balde, fuapFrancisco T. Mañosa, fuap, likhaMauro C. Simpliciano, fuap

2010 / October 5, 2010Teatro Arkitekto, UAP Headquarters Building Lorenzo P. Espeleta, fuapNorberto M. Nuke, fuap, likhaGregorio R. Timbol II, fuapLuis T. Tungpalan, fuap

2009 / OCTOBER 5, 2009Teatro Arkitekto, UAP Headquarters Building Edilberto F. Florentino, fuap, likhaRicardo R. Poblete, fuap

By: Arch. Maria Elena C. Cayanan, FUAP

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Balik-Tanaw goes to Davao: 17th UAP National Conference of Architects

2008 / OCTOBER 25, 2008Grand Regal Hotel, Davao City Jerry S. Ascalon, fuap Venerando M. Dumadag, fuapPercival M. David, fuap Noli L. Puentevella, fuapLeopoldo G. Padlan, fuap Catalino V. Salazar, fuapJohnny S. Sulit, Sr., fuap Silverio Z. Ureta, fuapManuel N. Chiew, fuap

2008 / OCTOBER 1, 2008Teatro Arkitekto, UAP Headquarters Building Librado M. Macalinao, fuapJulio D. Matias, fuapJosefina M. Ramos, fuap Carmencita L. Rosales, fuapConcepcion P. Tolentino, fuap Celia Caudal Dizon, fuap + received by his son, Dr. Alejandro C. Dizon(Posthumous)

Balik-Tanaw goes to Cebu: 16th UAP National Conference of Architects

2007 / OCTOBER 24, 2007Coral Room, Waterfront Hotel, Lahug, Cebu City Gregorio G. Segura, fuap

2007 / OCTOBER 1, 2007Atrium Plaza, The Block SM North EDSA Angel B. Abad, fuap Augusto N. Aguilar, fuapBenjamin L. Aromin, fuap Dionisio F. Coronel, fuapManuel T. Mañosa, fuap, likhaJesus M. Reyes, fuap

2006 / OCTOBER 1, 2006Music Hall, SM Mall of Asia Cesar V. Canchela, fuap, likha Antonio S. Dimalanta, fuapBenjamin P. Feliciano, fuap Venancio R. Flores, fuapPablo D. Panlilio, fuap Angel Lazaro, Jr., fuap, likhaPhilip F.G. Wisco, fuap

Board. The committee assures us of a financially stable organiza-tion through effective programs in the collection of dues and other fees and acceptance of do-nations and bequeaths. Chaired by Arch. Bec Zarate, UAP can look forward to a more secured and a well-provided for fiscal year.

Committee on Informa-tion Technology: This Commit-tee helps and prepares the mem-bers for globalization through information technology. It ad-dresses the needs by providing practical solutions for the mem-ber’s growth and convenience in practicing the profession.

Everyone looks forward to the implementation of this committee’s projects such as the RFID and UAP website. With Arch. Darwin Dela Cruz as ap-pointed Chairman, the Com-mittee on Information Technol-ogy faces a more interesting yet challenging year ahead.

Committee on Awards: Re-sponsible in recognizing mem-bers and granting of awards to honor members who have ren-dered outstanding services to the profession, the professional and the professional organization. The Committee seeks for the ap-preciation of Chapter members and activities that promote the profession, protect the practice, and serve the members.

Serving as the Chairman for the second year, the Com-mittee has prepared programs and activities to make practical procedures, promote fairness and keep the prestige and integrity of the National Awards.

Although the plans and programs of each Committee have a long-term projection to be fully realized, we are inspired and moved to serve and prepare standards and templates for fu-ture advantage. With the help and support of the National Board, general membership, the staff and our partners and friends in the profession, SUC-CESS FOR ALL will just be an arm’s reach.

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