San Juanico Bridge, also known as the San Juanico Bridge, is located in Leyte province, Philippines. It is one of the longest bridges in the country and stretches for 2.16 kilometers connecting Tacloban City on Leyte Island with the municipality of Sta. Rita in Samar Island. The bridge was built during the administration of former president Ferdinand Marcos in 1973 and was inaugurated on June 12, 1973. The bridge is…
As we explore our world and its many cultures, we must recognize the distinct contributions of different countries. Vernacular architecture is a unique style of building that evolved to reflect the distinctive geographical, social, and cultural aspects. This blog post will explore books about vernacular architecture in the Philippines. Vernacular architecture originated in rural areas where people lived off their land. They used local materials such as wood, stone, brick,…
Being an architect, the most important thing you must be good at is Design. But aside from design, you also have to be good at business, human resource management, being a manager, and most especially, communicating your design well to the clients and the people in general. This means that you have to be a good storyteller. Almost all successful architects have this skill. Take a look at Bjarke Ingel’s…
When the early pre-Hispanic civilizations here in the Philippines settled their differences at sea and made their mark in history, several of our ancestors did so aboard the karakoa. Karakoa were Philippine large outrigger warships that were used by native Filipinos prior to the coming of the Spaniards in the archipelago. It is believed that the Kapampangans and the Visayans use these warships for seasonal sea raids. These sea vessels…
The Ifugao hagabi represents a position of influence, a seat (literally) of power, and a symbol of status. These traditional wood benches feature intricate designs carved upon at the beginning of the hagabi feast organized for the cadangyan or the wealthy class. These benches are a symbol of wealth, power and prestige and as a symbol of the “hagabi feast.” At the beginning of the feast, the bench is carved…
The traditional home of the Mansaka tribe is called the Uyaanan. It is a single room structure usually built on top of a tree and is usually elevated 3 meters from the ground. The structure is support by timber post while the entire house is usually made of Bamboo. The ladder is made of a single log with carved footholds that serve as the ladder to the main living spaces. …
Evergreen Kawayan, in collaboration with talented local artists and designers, brings the bamboo dream to life, crafting exquisite and eco-friendly furniture designs. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted, harnessing bamboo’s inherent beauty and imperfections, expertly blended with other materials to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Indeed, a tale unfolds behind every creation. Evergreen Kawayan poles, known for their exceptional durability, undergo a unique and exclusive Bambujett treatment system. This state-of-the-art method ensures the…
TURTLE ISLANDS WILDLIFE SANCTUARY By Jaye Suzette Dy Saavedra The Turtle Islands Wildlife Sanctuary was formally designated as a protected area through Proclamation No. 171 on August 26, 1999. This sanctuary plays a pivotal role in conserving and preserving various species, most notably the Green Sea Turtles (Chelonia mydas), which exclusively choose the Philippines as their nesting grounds. It holds significant nesting importance within the ASEAN Region and ranks as…
We are sharing this because one of our followers requested via message. We want to continue to inspire the young to become the leaders in the design field and we are granting her request. If you are a Filipina and you want to become an architect in the Philippines, you will have to go through these series of steps just like any other architect (Female or Male). Here are the…
Architecture is an entrepreneurial profession. This means that after an architecture student graduates and eventually takes the Licensure board exam, that architect is expected to thrive in the service of design, either as a sole professional or a member of a partnership and firm. Sometimes, architects opt to stay employed in a much bigger firm because of financial sustainability and career sustainability. But sometimes, the architect opts to go on…
