THEORY OF ARCHITECTURE-1-50

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Title: REFRESHER REVIEWER

• Focuses on Famous Filipino Architects.

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Architect: Antonio, Pablo S.

• Dates: January 25, 1901 – June 14, 1975

• Contribution: Pioneer of modern Philippine architecture, regarded as a foremost Filipino modernist architect.

• Awards:

  • National Artist of the Philippines (1976) conferred by President Ferdinand Marcos.

• Dictum:

  • "Buildings should be planned with austerity in mind and its stability forever as the aim of true architecture, that buildings must be progressive, simple in design but dignified, true to a purpose without resorting to an applied set of aesthetics and should eternally recreate truth."

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Philippine National Bank

  • Manila Railroad Co.

  • Bel Air Apartments

  • Capt. Luis Gonzaga Building

• Additional Works:

  • Far Eastern University (1939)

  • Life Theater

  • Ideal Theater (1933)

  • Galaxy Theater

  • Manila Polo

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Architect: Araneta, Luis Maria Zaragoza

• Date of Birth: July 9, 1916

• Background: Son of the first Filipino Secretary of Finance and Justice. Graduated from the University of Santo Tomas in 1939. Career interrupted by World War II. Served in the underground movement and was imprisoned at Fort Santiago (1943).

• Career Roles: Held positions as President, Vice-President, and Board Director in various business organizations; associated with cultural and educational institutions.

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Makati Medical Center (May 31, 1969)

  • Santa Catalina College

  • Times Theater (1939)

  • Manila Doctor’s Hospital, U.N. Ave. (1956)

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Architect: Arellano, Juan Marcos y de Guzmán

• Dates: April 25, 1888 - December 5, 1960

• Education: Studied architecture at Ateneo Municipal de Manila, graduated in 1908; trained in painting under renowned artists.

• Influences: Studied in the United States, influenced by Art Deco architecture.

• Retirement: Returned to painting in 1956, exhibited work in 1960.

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Manila Central Post Office (1926)

  • Legislative Building (1926, now National Museum of the Philippines)

  • Cebu Provincial Capitol part (1937)

  • Bank of the Philippine Islands Cebu Main

  • Metropolitan Manila's Jones Bridge (1921)

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Architect: Arellano, Otilio A.

• Dates: 1916 - May 13, 1981

• Background: Son of Arcadio Arellano and nephew of Juan Arellano, became a prominent architect during the 1950s to 1960s.

• Notable Contribution: Restored the Metropolitan Theater, an Art Deco masterpiece by his uncle.

• Awards:

  • Patnubay ng Sining at Kalinangan (1970)

  • PRC Outstanding Architect of the Year (1977)

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • National Bureau of Investigations

  • Philippine Pavilion (1964)

  • Palacio del Gobernador

  • RCBC Building.

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Architect: Arguelles, Carlos D.

• Date of Birth: September 15, 1922

• Education: Graduated from UST in 1939; Bachelor and Master’s in Architecture from MIT.

• Career: Served as Dean of UST College of Architecture and Fine Arts (1954-1959).

• Contributions: Significant influence on education and architecture in the Philippines.

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Aglipayan Church

  • International Rice Research Institute (IRRI)

  • Philam Life Building (1961)

  • Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company

  • Philippine National Bank.

• Other Projects:

  • Ateneo de Manila Campus

  • Manila Pavilion (Manila Hilton)

  • Holiday Inn

  • Development Bank of the Philippines

  • Chronicle Broadcasting Network Studio.

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Architect: Burnham, Daniel Hudson

• Dates: September 4, 1846 – June 1, 1912

• Background: American architect known for impactful urban planning, remarkable management of the World’s Columbian Exposition (1893).

• Career Developments: Raised in Chicago; influenced by Swedenborgian teachings.

• Contributions: Pivotal in the development of skyscraper design.

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Manila Hotel Landscaping

  • Philippine General Hospital Landscape

  • Burnham Park, Baguio City.

• Other Projects:

  • Baguio City Planning

  • Army-Navy Club Landscaping

  • Post Office Landscape

  • World's Columbian Exposition.

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Architect: Calma, Lorenzo Licad

• Background: Current President/Architect & Interior Designer of Lor Calma & Partners.

• Education: Studied Architecture at Mapua Institute of Technology (1954).

• Pioneering Work: Notable for modern interior design and involved in significant projects, including designing interiors of the New Manila International Airport.

• Awards:

  • Outstanding in Arts & Architecture (2010)

  • Philippine Institute of Interior Design Hall of Fame (2006).

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Asian Development Bank Interiors

  • College of St. Benilde School of Design & Arts Building (April 2007).

• Other Works:

  • Interior of Development Bank of the Philippines

  • Silahis Hotel

  • Puerto Azul & Beach Resort

  • Manila Midtown Ramada Hotel

  • Development Academy of the Philippines.

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Architect: Concio, Cesar

• Dates: November 30, 1907 - April 27, 2003

• Background: First University Architect of the University of the Philippines.

• Significant Contributions: Selected by President Roxas (1947) for architectural study initiatives, and was influenced by Oscar Niemeyer.

• Awards:

  • Philippine Institute of Architects Gold Medal of Merit (1964)

  • Patnubay ng Sining at Kalinangan Award (1969).

• Dictum:

  • “The structure must be well oriented.”

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Baclaran Church

  • Church of the Risen Lord

  • Insular Life Building

  • Melchor Hall (UP Diliman)

  • Palma Hall (UP Diliman).

• Other Projects:

  • Protestant Chapel (U.P.)

  • Forestry Building (U.P.)

  • Children’s Memorial Hospital

  • Mother of Perpetual Help

  • Quezon City Sports Club

  • Union Church.

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Architect: Coscoluella, William

• Background: Principal Architect of W.V. Coscolluela & Associates established in 1957.

• Experience: Over fifty-three years in various projects including commercial, industrial, and residential designs.

• Dictum:

  • “More on Vertical Approach.”

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Robinsons Commercial Complex

  • 26-Storey Ayala Twin Towers

  • The Atrium

  • Quezon City Sports Club

  • SM City, North Edsa & Cebu

  • Zuellig Building (2012)

  • 32-storey One Beverly Place (2012)

  • Centro Escolar University Complex.

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Architect: De Castro, Cresenciano

• Education: Graduated from UST, B.A. in Architecture (1950).

• Popularity: Gained recognition for designing suburban high-end residences.

• Major Contribution: Designed PNRI building signifying the Philippines' entry into the Atomic Age.

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Shoemart Buildings in Manila

  • Mindanao State University Building

  • National Science Development Building Complex

  • Colgate Palmolive Philippines, Inc.

  • Philippine Science High School

  • Asian Development Bank

  • Centro Escolar University Complex.

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Architect: Formoso, Gabriel

• Career Start: Began in the 1950s, became popular for designing homes in affluent Makati.

• Design Philosophy: Known for modernist designs focusing on human requirements and integrity of conception.

• Awards:

  • PRC Outstanding Architect of the Year (1979)

  • Patnubay ng Sining at Kalinangan (1977).

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Asian Institute of Management (1968)

  • Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (1933)

  • The Concorde Condominium and Office Building (1976).

• Other Works:

  • G.T. International Tower (2001)

  • La Tondena Building.

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Architect: Locsin, Leandro V.

• Dates: August 15, 1928 - November 15, 1994

• Recognition: Respected architect known for his use of concrete in minimalistic designs.

• Influences: Inspired by American architects and Chinese ceramics.

• Awards:

  • National Artist for Architecture (1990).

• Dictum:

  • “Creating Architecture that is both modern & undeniably Filipino.”

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Ayala Museum (old)

  • Folk Arts Theater

  • Monastery of Transfiguration

  • Philippine Center for International Trade Expo

  • Cultural Center of the Philippines.

• Other Projects:

  • Istana Nurul Iman, palace of the Sultan of Brunei

  • Holy Sacrifice Chapel (U.P.)

  • PHILCITE (1976)

  • Phil. Plaza Hotel

  • Parish of the Holy Sacrifice

  • Philippine International Convention Center

  • Manila Hotel (partly)

  • Mandarin Oriental Hotel.

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Architect: Luna de San Pedro, Andres

• Dates: 1886-1952.

• Background: Noted for the famous painting 'Spoliarium', son of painter Juan Luna.

• Education: Studied in Manila’s School of Arts; further studied architecture in Europe.

• Positions Held: Chief Architect in Manila city government (1920-1924).

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Legarda Elementary School

  • Manila Hotel (part, 1912)

  • Crystal Arcade.

• Other Works:

  • Malacanang Palace

  • San Vicente de Paul Chapel

  • Luis-Perez-Samanlilio Building (1928).

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Architect: Mapua, Tomas

• Dates: December 21, 1888 - December 22, 1965

• Historical Significance: First registered Architect in the Philippines; civic leader and Manila councilor.

• Education: Studied architecture in Boone’s Preparatory School and Cornell University.

• Contributions: Founded Mapua Institute of Technology, top architecture and engineering school in the Philippines.

• Awards:

  • Philippine Institute of Architects Gold Medal of Merit (1954)

  • Patnubay ng Sining at Kalinangan (1964).

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • J. Mapua Memorial Hall (Mapua Institute of Technology)

  • Librada Avelino Hall (Centro Escolar University)

  • Pier 7 (1918).

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Architect: Mendoza, Felipe Marcelino

• Dates: May 26, 1917 – April 28, 2000.

• Background: Architect and Physical Planner; established own firm in 1951.

• Awards:

  • Patnubay ng Sining at Kalinangan (1976)

  • UAP Likha Award (1982)

  • PRC Outstanding Architect of the Year (1982).

• Dictum:

  • “He makes the fullest possible use of natural light & ventilation.”

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Philippine Veterans Bank

  • Batasang Pambansa (1978)

  • Development Academy of the Philippines.

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Architect: Nakpil, Angel E. Sancho

• Dates: 1914 - 1980.

• Background: Important architect with familial connections in architecture.

• Education: Graduate of University of Santo Tomas, studied industrial design.

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Former Head Office of PLDT

  • Lopez Museum Building

  • National Press Club (1955)

  • Picache Building (mid-1950s).

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Architect: Nakpil, Juan Felipe de Jesus

• Dates: May 26, 1899 - May 7, 1986.

• Background: Architect, educator, and community leader; contributed significantly to the formation of Philippine Architects Society.

• Awards:

  • Architect of the Year (1939, 1940, 1946)

  • Multiple accolades including Philippine Institute of Architects Gold Medal of Merit (1950).

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Commercial Bank & Trust Building

  • Quezon Hall, U.P. Diliman (now Allied Bank).

• Other Works:

  • Quiapo Church

  • Rufino Building, Ayala Ave.

  • Quezon Institute Administration

  • Capitol Theater (1930s).

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Architect: Ocampo, Fernando Hizon

• Dates: August 7, 1897 – June 13, 2001.

• Background: Renowned architect and civil engineer; educated at Ateneo, UST, and University of Pennsylvania.

• Career Path: Worked in various architectural roles in the Philippines, including Bureau of Public Works.

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

  • Church of Our Lady of Most Holy Rosary

  • Central Seminary Building (UST)

  • Calvo Building (1933)

  • Manila Metropolitan Cathedral

  • Father's Residence, UST (1933)

  • Angela Apartments.

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Architect: Parsons, William E.

• Dates: 1872 - 1939.

• Role: Architect and city planner known for contributions during early American colonization in the Philippines.

• Famous Project:

  • Army and Navy Club

  • Philippine General Hospital

  • YMCA Building.

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Architect: Perez, Dolly Quimbo

• Background: Landscape architect known as the "Mother of Landscape Architecture" in the Philippines.

• Education: Master's in Landscape Architecture from the University of California, Berkeley.

• Career Start: Active in the field since late 1950s.

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Dambana ng Kagitingan

  • Taal Vista Lodge

  • Meralco Compound Landscape

  • Rizal Park Landscape

• Other Works:

  • Children’s Park (UP Diliman)

  • Manila Polo Club

  • Mirador Shrine

  • Gateway Business Park.

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Architect: Roxas, Felix Y Arroyo Sr.

• Date of Birth: 1820.

• Historical Significance: First Filipino architect, trained in Europe (1884) and noted for Neoclassical and Neo-Gothic church designs.

• Contributions: Designs include San Ignacio and Santo Domingo churches.

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • San Ignacio Church (1889)

  • Sto. Domingo Church (1875).

• Other Works:

  • Reconstructed Parish Church

  • Dominican Church (England, 1750).

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Architect: Ruano, Roque

• Dates: August 16, 1877 – March 5, 1935.

• Background: Spanish priest-civil engineer; notable for UST Main Building plans.

• Significant Contribution: First earthquake-shock resistant building in Asia.

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Dominican Residences in Baguio City

  • UST Main Building

• Other Works:

  • Church of Our Lady of Manaoag

  • Sta. Teresita Church, Yokohama.

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Architect: Santos, Ildefonso Paez

• Background: Pioneered landscape architecture in the Philippines; graduated from UST in 1954 and continued studies in California.

• Awards: National Artist recognition for outstanding achievements in architecture (2006).

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Caliraya Lake Resort

  • Eternal Gardens

  • Loyola Memorial Park.

• Other Works:

  • Batulao Village Club, Batangas

  • Rizal Park (part).

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Architect: Sindiong, Antonio

• Background: Past president of the Philippine Institute of Architects (1960-1962).

• Notable Projects: Designed major structures in Manila, like SM Megamall.

• Awards: National artist recognition for contributions in architecture (2006).

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Farmer’s Plaza Shopping Center

  • SM Megamall Mandaluyong.

• Other Works:

  • Farmers Plaza Shopping Center

  • 43-storey Pacific Plaza

  • 22-storey Metro Bank Plaza

  • 20-storey Cebu Plaza

  • 28-storey La Metropole

  • Harrison Plaza Shopping Center.

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Architect: Toledo, Antonio M.

• Background: Early pensionado in architecture (Ohio State, 1911).

• Contributions: Pioneer professor at Mapua Institute of Technology; taught there until 1967.

• Awards: Gold Medal of Merit by the Philippine Institute of Architects (1961).

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Notable Works:

• Famous Projects:

  • Philippine Normal School for Women (with William Parsons)

  • UP Padre Faura Campus

  • UP University Library

  • Department of Tourism & Finance Building

  • Leyte Provincial Capitol

  • Bureau of Customs (1939)

  • Cebu Provincial Capitol (1937)

  • Manila City Hall (1939).