Uap Memorandum 3

NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS
FISCAL YEAR 2017-2018
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
GUILLERMO H. HISANCHA, FUAP, APEC AR, AA
National President
BENJAMIN K. PANGANIBAN JR., FUAP, AA, APEC AR

National Executive Vice President
JESSIE D. AVILA, UAP

Vice President, Area A
REYNALDO S. ACOSTA, FUAP

Vice President, Area B
MOISES L. ABELLERA, UAP

Vice President, Area C
MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO.16, S. 2017
TRINIDAD G. SALIGUMBA, UAP
Vice President, Area D Fiscal Year 2017-2018
RENATO A. HERAY, FUAP, AA, PALA
Secretary General
PAMELA N. AMADOR, FUAP, AA

National Treasurer
ELDRED CAESAR I. TAN, FUAP

November 6, 2017
National Auditor
MARIA LISA V. SANTOS, FUAP

Chancellor, College of Fellows
MARIA BENITA O. REGALA, FUAP, AA TO : ALL CHAPTER PRESIDENTS

Immediate Past National President
REGIONAL DISTRICT DIRECTORS THRU : AREA VICE PRESIDENTS AND DISTRICT DIRECTORS
JOEL P. RULLA, UAP
District Director, A1a
EDMUNDO B. UDARBE, JR., UAP RE : FIRST ISSUE OF THE UAP POST FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017-2018
District Director, A1b
OWEN B. TOLENTINO, UAP

District Director, A2a
EDWIN MICHAEL T. DE DIOS, UAP

District Director, A2b
This Circular is hereby issued to furnish all the UAP chapters a soft copy
RONNIE R. YUMANG, UAP
of the UAP Post First Issue for FY 2017-2018 for circulation to all members
District Director, A3
of the organization.
ROUEL C. AGPAWA, UAP
RONALDO F. BERNAL, UAP

A select quantity will be distributed to the National Officers, Chapter
EDUARDO S. CASARES, FUAP
Officers, Stakeholders, Allied Professional Organizations and several
District Director, B1
Government Agencies.
TESSA C. ESPINAS-SALINAS, UAP
EDMON L. SAMSON, UAP

Also, electronic copy of the said issue may be accessed and downloaded
MANOLO I. MERHAN, FUAP
from the UAP Official website (www.united-architects.org).
Immediate and widest dissemination of this Memorandum Circular is

MARLO V. OCO, UAP
EMMANUEL O. CUIZON, UAP

District Director, C1
desired.
FELIPE B. JOCSON, UAP
LEANDRO G. ORDIZ, UAP

VERNAN M. LAMIS, UAP

AR. GUILLERMO H. HISANCHA, FUAP, APEC AR, AA
ELWYN D. BAÑARES, UAP
District Director, D1
UAP National President
ILDEFONSO F. TORRES, JR., UAP
ALBERT S. ROSEL, UAP

ANACLETO Y. TAMOSO, UAP

District Director, D4 By the President:
EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS
CESAR G. ALJAMA, UAP
Commission on Professional Practice
VIRGILIO D. ANDRES JR., FUAP

AR. RENATO A. HERAY, FUAP, PALA, AA
Professional Development Commission
UAP Secretary General
WILFREDO G. GACUTAN, FUAP
Commission on Education
CORAZON FABIA-TANDOC, FUAP, AA

Commission on Internal Affairs
GIL V. JAPITANA, UAP

Commission on Governmental and External Affairs
ROBERT BENEDICT C. HERMOSO, FUAP

Sentrong Arkitekturang Filipino UNITY. ACCOUNTABILITY. PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE
ANTONIO A. VALDEZ, FUAP 6-Time PRC’s Most Outstanding Accredited Professional
Commission on Convention, Assemblies & Exhibits
Organization of the Year (2002, 2007, 2008, 2011, 2014 & 2017)
UAP CHAPTERS - AREA A (District A1a) PANGASINAN-DAGUPAN, BAGUIO, ILOCOS-CIUDAD FERNANDINA, LA UNION, ILOCOS NORTE-LAOAG CITY, SUMMER CAPITAL, PANGASINAN SCALE, YLOCOS VIGAN, LA UNION-AGUILA, CORDILLERA • (District A1b)
CAGAYAN VALLEY, ISABELA SIERRA MADRE, NUEVA VIZCAYA, CAGAYAN NORTH • (District A2a) NUEVA ECIJA CABANATUAN, BULACAN, BARASOAIN, STA. MARIA-BULACAN EAST, DEL PILAR-BULACAN, MALOLOS REPUBLIKA • (District A2b) ZAMBALES-
OLONGAPO, TARLAC, PAMPANGA-SAN FERNANDO, BALANGA-BATAAN, ANGELES CITY, SINUKWAN-PAMPANGA, CLARK • ANGELES CITY-ALAYA • (District A3) QUEZON CITY, QC SILANGAN, QC CAPITOL, QC TANDANG SORA, HONGKONG, QC CENTRAL, QC
SOUTH TRIANGLE, LOS ANGELES • (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, KUWAIT, BAHRAIN, OMAN •
(District A5) RIZAL TAYTAY, PASIG, MARIKINA VALLEY, SAN JUAN MANDALUYONG, GREENHILLS, RIZAL EAST, CALIFORNIA SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA 116, RIZAL KALAYAAN 100, RIZAL CAINTA 101, SAN JUAN PINAGLABANAN, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA •
AREA B (District B1) MANILA ATELIER, MANILA SAMPALOC, MANILA METRO, MANILA CENTRUM, MANILA ARCHIZONIAN, MANILA STA. MESA, SINGAPORE • (District B2) MANILA 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, MAKATI GREENBELT, ALABANG, CAVITE, FORT BONIFACIO, SHANGHAI, BRUNEI, LAS PIÑAS,
KUALA LUMPUR • (District B4) QUEZON PROVINCE, SAN PABLO, LAGUNA, BATANGAS, PALAWAN, MINDORO, LIPA • BATANGAS LAKESHORE (District B5) CAMARINES, LEGAZPI, IRIGA-RINCONADA, DARAGA-CAGSAWA, SORSOGON KASANGGAYAHAN, DAET-
CAMARINES NORTE, TABACO, CATANDUANES, MASBATE RODEO • AREA C (District C1) CEBU, DUMAGUETE, RAJAH HUMABON, BOHOL, LAPU-LAPU, SUGBU, CEBU LEON KILAT, METRO CEBU, FORT SAN PEDRO • (District C2) BACOLOD, NEGRENSE, MT.
KANLAON • (District C3) LEYTE, SAN JUANICO, LEYTE WEST, METRO TACLOBAN, SAMAR SINIRANGAN • (District C4) ILOILO, CAPIZ, MARIKUDO, ANTIQUE, HAMILI, AKLAN • AREA D (District D1) DAVAO, MOUNT APO, COTABATO, SOCSKSARGEN, DATU BAGO-
DABAW, KADAYAWAN-DABAW, NORTH DAVAO , DAVAO ALPHA, BALLADAW DABAW • SINLAYAN-DABAW • (District D2) ZAMBOANGA, ZAMBOANGA-CHAVACANO • (District D3) CAGAYAN DE ORO, BUTUAN, SURIGAO, GOLD-CDO, METRO KAGAY-AN, CDO BAY •
(District D4) ILIGAN CITY, DIPOLOG, OZAMIS CITY, PAGADIAN
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uap publications committee fy 2017-18
Editor for Area D

Editor for Area C
Editor for Area B
Editor –in-Chief
EDITORIAL
Chairperson
COUNCIL
FY 2017-2018
Guillermo H. Hisancha, FUAP, APEC AR, AA,

National Council Chair
Arch. Ma. Elena Lamasan Arch. Edlee Tusi Arch. Kristine Arch. Karl Aries Arch. Ericson
Virgilio D. Andres Jr., FUAP Lagman Emerson Cabilao Europa
UAP-Manila Centrum UAP-QC Central UAP-Tabaco UAP-Sugbu UAP-North Davao
Executive Director ,
Professional Development Commission
Ma. Elena E. Lamasan, UAP

Chairperson, Committee on Publications
PREPPING
Edlee S. Tusi, UAP
‘17-’18 PLANS
Editor-in-Chief
LEFT: The 1st UAP Publication Com-
mittee Meeting this Fiscal Year 2017-
Kristine M. Lagman, UAP
2018 with UAP NP Guillermo
Associate Editor for Area B
Hisancha and NEVP Benj Panganiban Jr.
together with Ar Felicisimo A. Tejuco Jr,
Karl Aries Emerson F. Cabilao, FUAP
Chairperson, UAP Committee on UAP
Associate Editor for Area C
Journal , Ar. Ma Elena E. Lamasan,
Chairperson, the UAP Publication, Ar
Ericson P. Europa, UAP
Tessa Espinas, the former Chairperson of
Associate Editor for Area D
the UAP Journal, 2017-2018, and Ar
Edlee Tusi, Editor in Chief, the UAP
Post .
Not in the picture are: Ar. Kristine M.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Lagman, Area B, Editor, UAP Post, Ar
FY 2017-2018 Karl Aries Emerson F. Cabilao, Area C,
Editor, UAP Post, Ar.Jennifer Benedicto-
Iral, Vice-Chair, UAP Committee on
Guillermo H. Hisancha, FUAP, AA, APEC Ar. UAP Journal and Ar John Lemuel Llacu-
National President
na, Vice Chair, Committee on UAP
Publications.
Benjamin K. Panganiban, Jr., FUAP, AA, APEC Ar.
The UAP Publications is one of the
National Executive Vice President
Committees under the PDC – Profession-
al Development Commission with Exec-
Jessie D. Avila, UAP utive Director Ar. Virgilio Andres, Jr.
Area A Vice President
Reynaldo S. Acosta, FUAP

Area B Vice President
“ContinUnity” cooperation of the membership will pave
Moises L. Abellera, UAP
the way to a smooth implementation of
Editor’s Note
Area C Vice President Continue, so you can unify. programs and resolution to the challenges
Unify, so you can continue. being faced by the Filipino Architect.
Trinidad G. Saligumba, UAP This portmanteau might have been used
Area D Vice President These two distinctive phrases define an amal- among papers for many times already. But
gamation of characters, ideals, objectives, and the message behind is very clear. It’s a two-
Renato A. Heray, FUAP, AA, PALA how it is being managed. What’s more of that pronged approach to the current situation of
Secretary General
rocky uphill battle was the limitation set by our Organization, faced with the encoun-
time. So then, the best that the administration ters to the Profession yet solutions are
Pamela N. Amador, FUAP
National Treasurer
can do was to buy more time and good thing available. Provided, every member of the
was, it did. Organization should work hand-in-hand
Eldred Caesar I. Tan, FUAP True enough, this new Fiscal Year has ushered a great jumpstart and with sound judgment, carry out the
National Auditor for the administration of Arch. Guillermo Hisancha, especially on the plans without any hesitation. This response
efforts for unity among the architects, as well as with allied and related is what the UAP needs and shall always be
Ma. Benita O. Regala, FUAP, AA, APEC Ar. professions. More importantly, on the response of the leadership to the needing.
Immediate Past National President Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Law, already in full force.
Time is ticking and this indeed requires greater effort to address the needs
Maria Lisa V. Santos, FUAP
of the membership to meet the challenges at hand. Thus, there shall be a
continuity of the commitment under its last fiscal year’s thrust which was
Unity, Accountability and Professional Excellence.
Published quarterly by the UAP Publications After the membership has spoken for a need for continuity of programs
Committee. For your comments/suggestions or Arch. EDLEE S. TUSI, UAP
under the current administration, it’s high time that the officers, as well as Editor-in-Chief
recommendations, you may email the editor: the membership, get back to their feet and keep the ball rolling and put
uappublications@gmail.com.
their acts together. The initiative of the administration, coupled by the
2 The UAP Post • Vol. 43 Issue 01 • July—September 2017

MESSAGES
Starting it Right
A Good and Vibrant Year in the First Quarter of FY 2017-2018
It is a great privilege, and will always be, to serve as the National President of UAP for a second term.
The UAP has been my professional home – a place where I have found purpose, value, and enduring commitment
and service to our members. My main mission has been to ensure the continuance of our humble success which
will focus on the ideals of UAP which are, to UNITE all registered and licensed Filipino Architects regardless of its
affiliations, differing opinions or divergence of interests, to PROMOTE the architectural profession, and to AD-
VANCE the continuing professional development of all Filipino Architects, under the theme: UNITY, AC-
COUNTABILITY and PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE.
Throughout the years, we have exerted tons of combined efforts mixed with great sacrifices to the point of providing
huge extents of personal time, talent, including personal resources.
To all of those who have been working together with me in a common goal of coming up with a strong and vibrant
fiscal year, our current National Board of Directors, Executive Directors, Committee Chairpersons, officers and members
of Special and Standing Committees, Chapter Officers and many countless volunteers – your efforts are truly appreciated.
With your active participation, collaboration and
untiring support, I am confident that we will be stead-
fast in addressing the pressing concerns and challeng- national president’s page
es ahead.
“
Indeed, it’s "a good start" for this fiscal year. Thus,
I would like to share and highlight the following
activities, events, programs and priorities of our ad-
ministration which I believe are demonstrative of the With your active participation,
thrusts and goals that we have done so far for the first collaboration and untiring
quarter.
support, I am confident that we
UNITY will be steadfast in addressing
the pressing concerns and
GETTING INVOLVED
challenges ahead.
”
The Official Representative to the Department of
Public Works and Highways, incumbent Chairman of
the UAP Committee on Government Service and
Valenzuela City Building Official Arch. Edison M. Padilla, Heads of Architectures School in the Philippines, and tion and define measurable priorities and goals of the
together with Vice Chairman of the Board of Consultants of University of Santo Tomas College of Architecture present administration
the DPWH NBCDO Arch. Rey S. Gabitan, were invited to Alumni Association. Mañosa has been a UAP Fellow In August 25, I have called for a meeting of
be part of the review team in the Proposed Philippine Build- and Likha Awardee of the United Architects of the NEVP Benjamin Panganiban, Executive Directors,
ing Act Repealing the National Building Code of the Philip- Philippines; Honorary Fellow of the Philippine Insti- and Chairpersons of all Special Committees under
pines (PD 1096) held last August 10-11, at the DPWH Secre- tute of Architects; Gawad Gintong Likha recipient of the Office of the National President to discuss some
the UAP, PIA and Cultural Center of the important matters. This includes clustering of Spe-
Philippines; and ASEAN Architect; cial Committees under different Commissions, Oper-
ational Policy on the Conduct of CPD and CPD
ANNUAL PLANNING SESSION AND Coordination Flowchart, and Format and Submission
SPECIAL COMMITTEES CAUCUS of Reports on all Special Committees.
The Special Committees under the Office of the
In preparation for Fiscal Year 2017-2018, National President have been very active in high-
last June 2, the UAP conducted the Annual lighting several activities that had been undertaken.
Planning Session to form the strategic direc-
To be continued on Page 5
tary’s Cottage, Cabinets Hill, Baguio City.

September 20 – We called for a meeting to addressed concerns
of the DPWH NBC Review Committee and discussed several
issues and approaches necessary to protect the profession and
the courses of actions to be taken.
UNIFIED NOMINATION OF ARCHITECT FRANCISCO T.

MAÑOSA FOR NATIONAL ARTIST IN ARCHITECTURE
Arch. Fancisco “Bobby” T. Mañosa’s significant contribu-

tions to the development of Philippine architecture through his
numerous pioneering and innovative projects that span more
than fifty years resulted to unanimous decision for his nomina-
tion for National Artist in Architecture. Arch. Mañosa earned In attendance were UAP NP Arch. Guillermo H. Hisancha, Committee Chairman on Architectur-
the endorsements of the United Architects of the Philippines, al Code and AAIF Official Arch. Armando Alli, PIA President Arch. Arnel Colcol, NEVP Arch.
Philippine Institute of Architects, UAP College of Fellows, Benjamanin K. Panganiban, Jr., Executive Director for CGEA Arch. Arch Gil V. Japitana,
PIA College of Fellows, Professional Regulatory Board of DPWH Board of Consultants Vice Chair Rey S. Gabitan, UAP Official Representative to the
Architecture, Guild of Philippine Architects in Conservation, DPWH and PABO Official Arch. Edison Ching M. Padilla, and Media and Public Relation Com-
Architectural Archives Philippines, Council of Deans and mittee Chairman Arch. Jose Francisco Aniag.
UNITED ARCHITECTS OF THE PHILIPPINES

The Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of Architects 3
national executive vice president
The theme, UNITY, ACCOUNTABILITY AND PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE are
words we have heard last fiscal year 2016-2017. These words and subsequent UAP activities
have brought about a culmination of the PRC's Award to UAP as the Most Outstanding
Accredited Professional Organization of the Year. In fact, this is the 6th time the UAP has
garnered this award last received FY 2013-2014. Truly blessed.
Truly a testament that UAP National and its vari- tion of Offices of the City Architects
ous chapters, Commissions and Committees had nationwide and the Implementation of
outperformed well last fiscal year 2016- 2017 under the R.A.9266 on the Local Govern-
the presidency of Ar. Guillermo Hisancha overcom- ment Units level; the hope for the
ing difficulties along the way. architects to re-visit the Codes of Ethi-
There were lessons learned towards achieving the cal Conducts and eventually advertise;
6th PRC trophy. Funding, programs, collaborations, and the belief that the PRC law will
various architectural organizations, doubts, deadlines, encourage and motivate the architects
but in the end, sheer to upgrade their learn-
love OF the mem-
bers, FOR the mem-
bers and Organiza-
“
This fiscal year 2017-2018, different
ings and teachings thru
and several
CPD opportunities in
tion always pre-
vailed.
it is my firm belief and my chapters and district
levels, and to de-clog
This fiscal year intention that the Filipino the national conven- Arch. Benjamin K. Panganiban, Jr.,
2017-2018, it is my tion of delegates rush-
firm belief and my architects will level up and ing to get their CPD FUAP, AA, APEC Ar.
intention that the credit units. National Executive Vice President
Filipino architects continue this theme thru The incoming UAP
will level up and National FY 2017-2018 wants the BERS to appreciate, and for the inactive members to
continue this theme the word PADAYON involvement of chapters and districts return back to the folds of UAP.
thru the word PA- to be INTERACTIVE with each This will be an exciting year for UAP. We at
DAYON (Continue). other at the start of their term, DY- UAP National and yours truly ENCOURAGE and
”
(Continue). There NAMIC in their management of EXPECT ALL Commissions , Committees, Area
are positive signs of chapter activities, VISIBLE TO Vice Presidents, District Directors and Chapter presi-
better Unity with different architectural organizations THEIR MEMBERS and RESULT-ORIENTED dents and their chapters to start work immediately,
in order to present a united front for other professions FOR THE MEMERS so that the members will feel "hit the ground running" for the members. Who
to listen to; the opportunity to discuss with other allied UAP cares for them. UAP National will lead the knows, we might be fortunate again to win the PRC
professionals (including the C.E's) overlapping con- way on this. Award for the seventh time. That would truly vindi-
cerns is eminently possible and feasible now with the To do that, the UAP Chapters should be ALIVE, cate again UAP working for the members, of the
good relations of the various national presidents of MOTIVATED to have their own character, should members and by the members.
conflicting and relative professional organizations; be COMPETENT in what they should do, COM-
more chapters have realized the efforts exerted by MITTED in the values and ways of UAP, and Mabuhay ang UAP,
UAP National this fiscal year in working for the crea- CREDIBLE to the members FOR THE MEM- Mabuhay ang Arkitektong Pilipino.
Secretary General...from Page 7
ducted its Team Building Activity at Villa Escudero
Plantations and Resort, San Pablo City for the year as part
of the planned UAP Human Resource Management
program. This was aimed at enhancing inter-personal
relations, facilitate goal setting, define or clarify individual
and team roles and increase effectiveness in performance
within the UAP National Administration Office.
To ensure fulfillment of these objectives, the Manage-
ment Committee contracted the services of professional
team building facilitator, Human Resource Innovations
and Solutions (HURIS), Inc. which prepared a line-up of team building exercises that include ately posted in
personality assessment to bridge differences among co-workers; discussion on various hu- our website
man resource modules to facilitate goal setting and realization of individual and team goals; and a certifi-
and various outdoor team activities to promote and strengthen team unity, trust and coopera- cate of appre-
tion. ciation shall
Management Committee considered activities such as this as a vital organizational devel- be automati-
opment strategy to increase cooperation among our UAP workers at Scout Rallos and align cally emailed
individual performances with the Organization’s goals and objectives. At the end of the team to the Chapter
building, the participants are expected to: Understand the ‘Reason for Being’ of the Organiza- President.
tion; Revisit its Vision-Mission-Values-Goals; Build Active Engagement and Enhance At this
Relations; Open the Floodgates of Communication; Cascade a Collaborative Leadership juncture, it is
Brand, and; Work Hand-in-hand in Unity as a Self-directed Team. the goal of the
Office of the
E. REFORMATTING CHAPTER REPORTS TO IMPROVE COMMUNICATION Secretary
General to provide you the best possible support services, and therefore if you have any inquir-
As part of our commitment towards effective communication, the Office of the Secretary ies, questions or require additional information or further clarification, please do not hesitate to
General initiated the reformatting of our Chapter Report to clearly guide our chapter officers email or call us, as we are always glad to help you in any way we can. Our new email address-
in reporting their programs, projects, and activities. The new format aims to document pro- es are: membership@united-architects.org (for Membership Matters), cpd@united-
gress toward achieving chapter’s project goals and objectives and to collect information for architects.org (for CPD concerns); admin@united-architects.org (for administrative, UAP
distribution to the general membership through our UAP Corporate Website. Website and UAP HQ inquiries) and uap@united-architects.org (for all communication con-
As part of our innovation, once the chapter submitted the report, the same shall be immedi- cerns).

area vice presidents
My warmest Congratulations to the men and Congratulations to the men and women of
women of the UAP POST as you publish your the UAP Post for covering the programs
maiden issue this 2017-2018 term. and activities of the Joint Area Assembly
As the Theme: “Padayon” jumpstarted for the 2017 in Laoag, Ilocos Norte. The continu-
second term of our National President Ar. Guillermo ous dissemination of Chapter programs
H. Hisancha which in retrospect had been a very fruit- and activities all over the land indicates
ful leadership in terms of accomplishments, UAP has that we are one and active members of the
its many work in progress. The most prestigious only recognized and integrated organiza-
award by the Professional Regulation Commission tion of the architects. This brings UAP
bestowed to UAP as the Most Outstanding Accredited members closer in information as to what is
Professional Organization of the Philippines is indeed happening at the different chapter levels
a hallmark that connotes exemplary accomplishments nationwide.
of UAP which is unparalled to that of any other Ac-
credited Professional Organizations in the country.
In this term of the national administration
which is “in continuity” as the word “Padayon”
speaks about is a reaffirmation to the same thrust:
Unity, Accountability and Professional Excellence.
With this, our National Leadership is addressing holus
-bolus all parameters of UAP Thrust translated into
Arch. Reynaldo S. Acosta, FUAP various programs and projects which are performed by
Vice President for Area B the different Commissions and Committees. It is just
fitting and proper that this vital information of these
various activities must be shared to our members.
Thus, our UAP POST will surely be the prime medium as a journal that will herald to our members
the events, stories and common interest topics of our organization.
On behalf of my 5 dynamic Districts of Area B and its Chapters, We wish you more power to Ar.
Elena E. Lamasan, our Committee Chair on UAP Publications, Ar. Edlee S. Tusi, our UAP Post Editor-in-
Chief and all the contributors for your utmost diligence in bringing in information and significant stories to
our members.
Arch. Moises L. Abellera, UAP
National President…from Page 3 Vice President for Area C
Agenda, and the City We Need (following through
Habitat III held in Quito, Ecuador).
ACCOUNTABILITY AND It is imperative that we use this journal as
NIPPON PAINT 2017 ASIA YOUNG DESIGNER the conduit to impart and share our undertak-
PROMOTION OF THE AWARD (AYDA) ings for the interest and consumption of every
ARCHITECTURAL Challenging participants to create meaningful
architect. The features and articles that we
read from this printed matter gave us first-
PROFESSION and relevant design concepts that transcend present
trends and stands through the test of time, this hand information updates of stuff that are
year’s theme is “You for Tomorrow: Future Living, relevant in the practice of our profession. It
SIGNING OF MEMORANDUM OF AGREE- As Envisioned Today” – formulated to celebrate gives us the insights on the works and ideas
MENT BETWEEN THE PCL AND UAP Nippon Paint is marking the 10th year of Asia not only of the local and national practitioners
Young Designer Award. but also of our counter parts here and abroad.
In order to provide greater opportunities to en- AYDA is one of those noteworthy cause that we It also brings us close relationships with our
force and implement fully the pertinent provisions are proudly supporting. It was year 2014, when
friends and partners in the industry with the
of RA 9266 and its implementing rules and regula- Nippon Paint introduced Asia Young Designer
tions, the UAP last June 29, 2017 have entered into Award to the country. The program aims to train advertising and updating of their products and
a Memorandum of Agreement between the Philip- the youth to infuse aesthetics, practicality, and materials that we use in the construction.
pine Councilors League (PCL) and UAP as both of purpose into spaces while upholding sustainability Let us make this journal as a medium of
the parties espouse a common commitment and and sensitivity to the environment and social land- expressing our ideas and works. Let us sup-
objective to promote local economic development scapes. port and contribute to sustain the existence of
(and protect the rights and welfare of the communi- the one and only publication as the catalyst of
ty including all its inhabitants, developers, and COURTESY CALL WITH THE DENR our endeavors and undertakings.
home and building owners, as well as all profes- SECRETARY ROY CIMATU
sionals, especially registered and licensed archi-
tects) through the implementation of the laws on We met with Department of Environment and Mabuhay ang UAP Post!
architecture as provided for by the local govern- Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Roy A. Ci-
ment code and the Republic Act No. 9266. matu last September 21, 2017 at DENR Office in and Ecology Secretary Arch. Matthew Sanchez Chua at
Visayas Avenue, Quezon City to discuss the pro- Committee member, Arch. Mon Jekris Serviño.
UAP EMERGENCY ARCHITECTS posed MOA with DENR, including the project
dubbed as "UAP Tanim+58". The UAP delegation PROMOTION OF ASEAN ARCHITECTS
Arch. Marie Stephanie Magdalena N. Gilles, include UAP National Executive Vice President,
chair of the Committee on Emergency Architects, Arch. Benjamin K. Panganiban, Jr., Commission on Themed with Qualifications and Opportunities,
shared her presentation on DISASTER RESILI- Governmental and External Affairs Executive Arch. Alfred Geoffrey C. Carandang, Chairman of the
ENCE: EMERGENCY ARCHITECTURE dur - Director Arch. Gil J. Japitana, Committee on Envi- Committee on APEC Architect, ASEAN Architect and
ing the Asia Pacific Housing Forum 6, July 25, at ronment and Ecology Chairperson Arch. Josefina Global Practice and Arch. Cecilia C. Gamana, head of
the Novotel Manila Araneta Center, Quezon City. C. Bautista, UAP-AGAP Chairman, Arch. Ramon Committee on Private Practice, spearheaded the 1st
The event, with the theme, “Housing at the Abiera, UAP Committee on Professional Develop- ASEAN Architects Registry Orientation, August
Center” serves as an Urban Thinkers Campus under ment Chair Arch. Ma. Cecilia C. Viray (who ar- 16, (6th Floor) UAP National Headquarters.
UN Habitat’s World Urban Campaign towards an ranged the meeting), Committee on Environment
action-oriented implementation of the New Urban To be continued on Page 6

area vice presidents
Greetings from Mindanao!
This article gives you an update of what the chapters' have been doing particularly for the survi-
vors and evacuees from the war struck Marawi City.
The Muslim ethnic group that resides in Marawi are called Maranaos who are known as intrepid
traders and talented artisans in wood carving and
brassware. They are also better educated and
refined. The war was a nightmare for the people
of Marawi and the neighboring areas since the
Maranaos are peace loving and avoided the
massive impact of armed conflict. Clan wars or
"rido" is a different matter.
Since the outbreak of the war on the 23rd
May 2017, Iligan City, being the nearest city,
has been the refuge and host for the many survi-
vors and evacuees from Marawi. This geograph-
ical proximity made UAP - Iligan City Chapter
the receiver and conduit of the donations for the
survivors and evacuees or "bakwit" from Mara-
Arch. Trinidad G. Saligumba, UAP

Vice President for Area D
wi City from the private individuals, UAP members, UAP Lipa and Angeles Chapters, UAP College of Fellows and the UAP National Board of Directors (NBD).
Help and donations were also given and distributed to the military involved in the actual warfare and those who are manning the military checkpoints in Iligan City.
Hope, resilience and serenity amidst the chaos due to the war in Marawi can be seen in the faces of every "bakwit" and military men as they received the little
help from the generous donors through the UAP Iligan Chapter.
Our prayers for a lasting peace and prosperity after this pointless war. THE UAP AND PARTNERS TURNOVER NEW
SCHOOL BUILDING IN TACLOBAN
National President…from Page 5 A JOINT CSR PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY The joint undertaking among partners, Architects
IN PARNERSHIP WITH “FAILON NGAYON” Regional Council Asia, National Housing Authority,
UAP Bayanihang Arkitektura, UAP Emergency
EMBED CORPORATE SO- The UAP Committee on Bayanihan Arkitektura, Architects, UAP Regional District C3, SRC Interna-
CIAL RESPONSIBILITY INI- headed by Arch. Rene Richie A. Corcuera together tional Panel Systems Inc., OFIC Philippines, Inc.,
with the Committee on Ways and Means, chaired Davies Paints Philippines, and Hocheng Philippines
TIATIVES AND ACTIVITIES by Arch. Dante T. Aguirre and Failon Ngayon Corporation resulted to an expansion of territory.
IN ALL LEVELS OF THE host, Mr. Ted Failon initiated a CSR project reno- This gives rise to a new building named “UAP
vating the female ward for the elderly in the Gold- Information Technology” Building. The building
ORGANIZATION en Reception and Action Center for the Elderly and contains two, newly-constructed and fully-furnished
other Special Cases (GRACES Home for Elderly), classrooms.
The Committee on Joint Area Assembly in DSWD. The inauguration and ceremonial turnover of the
collaboration with the Committee on Bayanihan In July 9, the UAP Addressing GAPS to Build school building was graced by Arch. Guillermo H.
Arkitektura and Committee on Emergency Archi- Resiliency (UAP-AGAP) in collaboration with the Hisancha, UAP National President; Arch. Benjamin
tects recently launched a Corporate Social Respon- Meaningful Travel PH, UAP Makati Chapter, K. Panganiban, Jr, UAP National Executive Vice
sibility (CSR) Project dubbed as BUKLOD’s Architects Mountaineering Group (AMG), and President; Arch. Renato A. Heray, UAP Secretary
BOOK LOAD, which aims to fund and pr ovide UAPSA Area B1 both supported the PROJECT General; Immediate Past Area C Vice President,
a mobile mini library for the displaced children of SHOEBOX under the #OGOPMARAWI campaign Arch. Kendel Esperas; Dr. Thelma Cabadsan-
Marawi. This embeds corporate social responsibil- which is targeting to help the children and the Quitalig, Schools Division Superintendent; Mrs.
ity initiatives and activities in all levels of the or- soldiers. This project has been a long time endeav- Monina E. Gabrino, District Supervisor; Mr. Wilfre-
ganization. or of the Philippine army to help children in war
conflicted areas. To be continued on Page 15

secretary general
The Journey Continues: serbisyo garantisado
A Sequel to Unity, Accountability and Professional Excellence
As the United Architects of the Philippines continues to make its mark in the annals of professional excellence, 2016-
2017 merits special attention. Our formidable undertaking to become a nationally recognized professional organization
has been rewarded.
The 2017 PRC’s Most Outstanding Professional Organization (APO) Award brings with it an obligation to acknowledge
not only the vision and hard work of those at the UAP National Office, but also the steadfast encouragement and support of the
general membership for which we are indebted.
As your Secretary General, I had several broad tasks in front of me when I assumed the position in 2016 and in July of 2017:
to continue the amazing momentum established by my predecessors, to find new opportunities that would engage the Office of
the Secretary General and the UAP in more corporate social responsibility engagements; and to begin to set a long- term course
for this great UAP in terms of quality service to members, efficient work force and effective communication. At the first quarter
of the Fiscal Year 2017-2018, we initiated the following:
A. REDEVELOPING THE UAP CORPORATE WEBSITE
The Office of the Secre-

tary General announced
last June 29, 2017 the
launch of newly revamped
UAP website. The redevel-
opment of our website
aims to provide a contem-
porary yet professional
Arch. Rene Heray, FUAP, AA, PALA
design with functionality,
ease-of-use, accessibility Secretary General
and content in mind. It
aims to use the latest Web
Standards (HTML5,
CSS3) and applies a Re-
sponsive Web Design
(RWD) approach which is
aimed at providing an
optimal viewing experi-
ence - easy reading and navigation - across a wide range of devices (from mobile Legal Mandate (CPD Law, IRR, CPD Council and Operational Guidelines); Guidelines and
devices to desktop computer monitors). This newly redesigned website also offers Forms (Instructional Guidelines, Forms); CPD Updates (CPD News, Frequently-Asked Ques-
quick and easy access to essential information and features of the United Architects of tions); Matrix (Pre- approved Program Matrix, Self-Directed Program Matrix, Self-Directed with
the Philippines as the Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of Archi- maximum creditable unit, Major Areas of CPD Activities); Seminars and Schedules (Calendar of
tects. The website also has a comprehensive member section with updated UAP na- CPD Seminars and CPD Providers). In case you have further inquiries concerning CPD matters,
tional and chapter news and events, CPD updates and corporate you may email the UAP CPD Secretariat at cpd@united-architects.org.
governance information.
WWW.UNITED-ARCHITECTS.ORG is the C. CONDUCTING THE UAP PERSONNEL JOB EVALU-
official website and portal of the United Archi- ATION
tects of the Philippines. It serves as an effec-
tive medium to reach out to an intercon- During the last months of Fiscal Year 2016-2017,
nected world, giving the online communi- the Management Committee deliberated on how we
ty better access to UAP information, can help and support our Administration Staff in
activities, news and insights. efficiently restructuring its Table of Organization;
Expected improvements include: how to better delineate jobs and define reporting
streamlined display of information on the relationships. We decided to engage the services of
homepage and web pages for easy reading; the Human Resource Innovations and Solutions
bigger homepage image slider to showcase (HURIS), Inc. which is a Human Resource Consulting
UAP achievements and upcoming events; sum- and Solutions Provider enabling business, to conduct job
mary representation of active articles to facilitate quick evaluation to systematically and objectively place a relative value
reading with link to read on to details; a more simple (and on jobs within the UAP, in order to form the rationale and basis for deter-
straightforward) site menu for fast and easy navigation; new UAP media mining pay levels, which are fair and equitable.
gallery, an online catalog of UAP photos, videos, audio and documents; social media The journey was a collaborative work-in progress between the HURIS JE Team of a Senior
buttons so that visitors can follow us through our official Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, Consultant and Support Professional and with the members of the UAP Job Evaluation Commit-
Google+, and Youtube channel and other interactive features. tee (JEC) which is tasked to upgrade the Human Resource System of the UAP. Outputs include
The new website has a clean uncluttered design, improved functionality and en- the: Job Evaluation Manual, Compilation of Job Description and Job Specifications and Salary
hanced rich content focused on the UAPs mission to serve as the catalyst of dynamism Structure. The Job Evaluation Manual explains some important Principles and Practices in Job
and unity among Filipino Architects, promoting the highest ethical conduct, discipline, Evaluation (JE), with its objectives, processes, and how Job Evaluation is strongly linked with
responsibility and values beneficial to man and society, culture and the environment in other functions of Human Resources such as: Recruitment and Selection, Compensation, Train-
the delivery of its professional mandate for local and global practice. The new website ing, Performance Appraisal, and Organizational Development. The Manual provides application
went live on July 1, 2017, the start of the Fiscal Year 2017-2018 and is located at the guidelines to systematically analyze and evaluate jobs; and specifically present the input-output-
same address: http://www.united- architects.org. outcome process undertaken covering Job Analysis, Job Evaluation, Setting up a Salary Structure
Therefore, I invite the general membership to regularly check the UAP website to and a Scatter-gram Framework considering Internal Equity.
keep yourself up-to-date with our latest story, news and articles around the Philippines
and the world. D. FACILITATING TEAM BUILDING AMONG OUR CO-WORKERS IN
SCOUT RALLOS
B. PROVIDING CPD SPACE AT THE UAP WEBSITE
Last July 1 and 2, 2017, the UAP Management Committee (composed of National President,
With the implementation of Republic Act No. 10912 otherwise known as the CPD National Executive Vice President, Secretary General and National Treasurer) successfully con-
Law, the UAP is providing a webpage for Continuing Professional Development in its
corporate website. The CPD page includes comprehensive information with regards to: To Be Continued on Page 4
cpd seminars november to december 2017
To be continued on Page 23
college of fellows
This Fiscal Year of the UAP 2017-2018 brings a host of challenges and
opportunities for the College of Fellows to achieve much membership, the
UAP, the profession, the people and the country. This year, the thrust of
the College of Fellows is to continue to be the reliable counsel of the UAP
as it has always been in the past and pursue aims that support the suc-
cessful pursuit of the UAP’s goals on Accountability and Professional
Excellence.
As always the College will pursue its set objective cused on “Emergency Architecture and Resilient
of elevating to the College of Fellows members of the Design” and “Transport, Communities and Archi-
Organization who have distinguished themselves in tecture.” The COF CPD Seminar 2 will be on
the field of architecture and education at the same time November 4, 2017, focused on “The Green Mind:
being a highly dedicated member in serving the UAP. Facets of Sustainable Architecture,” COF CPD
The call for nominees was initiated last July 2017 and Seminar 3 will be on January 6, 2018 on
the screening for the eligibility stage will be this Octo- “Architectural Heritage” and COF CPD 4 on
ber. The Investiture for the New Fellows for elevation March 4, 2018 on “Construction Management.”
will occur during the National Convention on April 12, This year the College will seek to increase its
2018 together with the COF Annual Convocation of contact with our colleagues in the regions, beyond
Fellows and National Convention Honor Dinner. Metro Manila. The College will host a Special
On October 7, 2017 the General Member-
College will highlight its
long-serving members
who have reached the age
“
The College throughout the
ship Meeting during
the UAP Joint Area
Assembly on Octo-
of 75 as continuing their
distinguished practice
year will strive with renewed ber 19-21, 2017. The
Special COF GMM
throughout as our Balik passion and purpose to pursue will be on October
Tanaw achievers and
honorees. This year there
its commitment of being a 20, 2017 at Herencia
Garden Restaurant at Arch. Maria Lisa V. Santos, FUAP
are 4 of them, Architects mainstay of leadership and Laoag, Ilocos. The
Eufrasio M. Araneta of
Bohol Chapter, Manuel R.
responsibility within the UAP. College has also
received feedback
Balili of Manila Ma-
harlika Chapter, Prosper-
Siapno, Legazpi Chapter.

” from Cebu, Batan-
gas and Ilocos thru
idad C. Luis, QC-Diliman Chapter and Fidel Jose R. members in these regions of their interest to host
COF CPDs in conjunction with Special COF
coach who gave interesting insights on the topic
“Feeding the Ego is Starving Wisdom: The Mind, the
Spirit and Life.” Another seminar on February 3, 2018,
will focus on the topic, “Eat better not Less: Live the
The College this year will pursue the delivery of GMMs in their areas which the College will strive Strength and Width of Your Life” for the members to
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Semi- to arrange, support and implement. experience and embrace enjoyable and intriguing healthy
nars not only for its members but also open to all UAP The College also included in its program this living and food choices.
members. This year the goal is to complete a projected year talks on topics that support the members Last Fiscal Year’s successful “COF UAP Internation-
CPD seminar program totaling 15.5 hours. The initial beyond their professional life. Last August 5, al Architectour” 2017 will be replicated this Fiscal Year
CPD Seminar 1 is on September 2, 2017, which fo- 2017, the College had Prof. Josefina Q. Era, a life- To Be Continued on Page 11
ABOVE: Resource speaker Prof. Josefina Q. Era, shares her insights on the topic “Feeding the
Ego is Starving Wisdom: The Mind, the Spirit and Life.” This was the second General Member-
ship Meeting of the College of Fellows held on August 5 at the UAP Headquarters. LEFT: College
of Fellows Chancellor Arch. Ma. Lisa Santos (2nd from Left) together with officers of the CoF,
present the token and plaque to Prof. Era. BELOW: Members of the College of Fellows converge
for a photo shoot during the 1st General Membership Meeting , held last July 1, 2017.

National
NEWS
Padayon Inaugural Marks the New Fiscal
Year of Continued Service to Architects
BELOW: The PRC's 2017 Outstanding Accredited Professional Or-

ganization (APO) award is showcased during Padayon rites. (L-R)
Ramon S. Mendoza, FUAP; Ana S. Mangalino-Ling, FUAP. IA-AIA,
APEC Ar; Maria Benita Ochoa-Regala, FUAP, APEC Ar., AA; PRC
Commissioner Yolanda David-Reyes, FUAP, LIKHA, HFAIA, APEC
Ar., AA; National President Guillermo H. Hisancha, FUAP, APEC Ar.,
UAP National President Guillermo H. Hisancha, FUAP, APEC Ar., AA sworn to faithfully serve UAP AA; Richeto C. Alcordo, FUAP; Edric Marco C. Florentino, FUAP,
with all his might. APEC Ar., and Medeliano T. Roldan Jr., FUAP, AA.
by Arch. Joseph B. Casas, UAP

The United Architects of the Philippines held this year’s Inau-
gural rites at Manila Hotel on Thursday, June 29, 2017.
The UAP Inaugural ceremony was attended by more than 300
architects. In his second term, Arch. Guillermo H. Hisancha,
FUAP, APEC Ar., AA was inducted as the National President by
Hon. Yolanda David-Reyes, FUAP, LIKHA, HFAIA, APEC Ar.,
AA, Commissioner of Professional Regulation Commission
(PRC). This was followed by the Induction of the National Board
of Directors, Officers of the College of Fellows (CoF), Chapter
Presidents, and Committee Chairpersons.
Earlier in the morning, Chapter Presidents listened to the Offic-
ers’ Orientation Course held at the UAP Headquarters. The lec-
tures were presented by the Past Na-
cover story tional Presidents. While Architects
Nestor S. Mangio, FUAP, APEC Ar. and Richeto C. Alcordo, FUAP respectively discussed the
topics Leadership, and Accountability, Arch. Emmanuel P. Cuntapay, FUAP presented Architectur-
al Code and Government Relations. Outgoing and incoming National Board of Directors also con-
vened into a meeting held in the afternoon to address impeding subjects, and to formally turnover
remaining fund and ongoing projects.
The Officers’ Orientation Course continued on the following day at the Manila Hotel. Architects
Froilan L. Hong, FUAP, LIKHA, APEC Ar., Edric Marco C. Florentino, FUAP, APEC Ar., AA
and Benjamin K. Panganiban Jr., FUAP, APEC Ar., AA discussed the Professional Excellence,
Parliamentary Rules in Conducting a Meeting, and Understanding RA 9266 and other UAP Relat-
ed Cases, respectively.
This event was also supported by industry partners, such as Davies Paints, EEI, Bostik, CW
Home Depot, Crown Pipes, Philflex, Moldex, Powersteel, Jecams, Wilcon Depot, and Aidea. UAP Past National President
With the Inaugural’s theme, “Padayon” which means Continue in the Visayan Dialect, UAP Edric Marco C. Florentino,
during his talk at Manila Hotel
aims to carry on selfless service to its members guided by the thrusts Unity, Accountability, and regarding Parliamentary Rules in
Professional Excellence. Conducting a Meeting.
UAP officers gathered to take a ‘selfie’ after the

Chapter Presidents attended the Officers Orientation Course at UAP Headquarters. Induction Ceremony.

UAP – Special Committee on Design – Build Services (DBS) Launched
The UAP - SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON DESIGN - BUILD SERVICES

(DBS) conducted its successful Launch and First “CPD Seminar on Design -
Build Services - as a Lawful Professional Practice of the Registered and Li-
censed Architect” in cooperation with UAP District C-1 through its Regional
District Director Augusto P. Lee, UAP. This was held last 08 July 2017 at the
Grand Convention Center of Cebu, Archbishop Avenue in Cebu City.
The Chairman of the DBS Committee, Donato B.
Magcale, FUAP, ASEAN Ar. Int’l. Assoc. AIA,
EAROPH, reported that all three hundred nine (309)
attendees, members of chapters of District C-1 and Or-
ganizing Committee, who completed the seminar -
workshop received certificates for six (6) CPD points
granted by the UAP-CPD Council after thorough deliber-
ABOVE: The UAP - DBS Members with PRBoA member and PRC - CPD Council Chairman Robert M. Mirafuente, FUAP, ASEAN Ar., APEC Ar. and the District C1 ORCOM
headed by District Director Augusto P. Lee, UAP and Deputy District Director Emmanuel O. Cuizon, UAP; ABOVE-RIGHT: Chairman of the DBS Committee, Donato B. Magcale,
FUAP, ASEAN Ar.; BELOW: At the Round Table Photo of the UAP - DBS Members with PRBoA Chairman Robert S. Sac, FUAP, ASEAN Ar. and PRBoA member and PRC -
CPD Council Chairman Robert M. Mirafuente, FUAP, ASEAN Ar., APEC Ar.
ations. Proceedings were monitored by no less than the chairman of the PRC - CPD Council
and member of the Board of Architecture, Robert M. Mirafuente, FUAP, ASEAN Ar., APEC
Ar., who also clarified technical questions in the audience's mind during his message.
Ventilating the related program thrust of UAP, National Executive Vice President Benja-
min K. Panganiban, Jr., FUAP, ASEAN Ar., APEC Ar., spoke in behalf of the UAP Execu-
tive Committee and for UAP National President Ar. Guillermo H. Hisancha, FUAP, ASEAN
Ar. APEC Ar., DFRIA. The Chairman of the Board of Architecture and PAPRB Executive
Vice-President Robert S. Sac, FUAP, ASEAN Ar., in his talk, shared the mandate and guide-
lines of the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture (PRBoA) and his private practice
at Robert Sac Architectural Design (RSAD).
In full support of the program are officers and members of the DBS Committee - Vice
Chairman Rafael A. Briones, Jr, FUAP, PICAM, PhilGBC; Secretary Eva D. Guinto, UAP;
Treasurer Mafe B. Caidic, UAP and Members Alfred Geoffrey C. Carandang, UAP,
ASEAN Ar., EAROPH; Normandy N. Canlas, UAP; Amado E. Tandoc, Jr., FUAP; Ramon
N. Vios, Jr., PIA, UAP, ASEAN Ar., CCA; Claudio O. Rillera Jr., UAP, PIEP and Maria
Elena C. Cayanan, FUAP, ASEAN Ar.
College of Fellows...from Page 9
with “COF UAP International Architectour 2018”, the designation of
which is on Spain and Portugal to be held from March 13 to 25, 2018.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE
This is open not only to COF members but to the UAP membership and www.united-architects.org
their families or staff and is designated as a CPD Activity. For members
preferring to stay put, a “COF UAP Local Architectour 2018” is
planned for May as the summer COF activity. Scheduled for around UNITED ARCHITECTS OF THE PHILIPPINES
May 5, 2018, the destination and detailed activities are being finalized.
Finally, the College’s spirit of giving is usually energized more than
usual during the Holiday Season with a Christmas get together to foster OFFICIAL FB FORUM
camaraderie and deepen friendships. The College usually link and un-
derline the celebrations with the College’s social outreach program in
which, this year is focused on reaching “inward” to the COF in particu- The College throughout the year will strive with renewed passion and purpose to pursue
lar by providing support to its members in times of need. The initial its commitment of being a mainstay of leadership and responsibility within the UAP. And
“outreach” target program this December is focused on day care centers through its Programs and Projects will also continue in consistently promoting the interests
through book giving, storytelling and similar educational activities. The of the UAP in general and the COF in particular to advance the profession of architecture
“inreach” target is to develop access to support of various kinds for COF through each member and the College by stimulating interests and sharing among the COF
members needing it with ease and reliability particularly those members members, with the Organization and the general membership, and increasing its service to
of advancing years or who are not much into practice anymore. society and in mentoring the young and emerging architects.

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the inaugural 2017 highlights

National
NEWS
UAP Attends UIA World Arki
Congress in Seoul By Arch. Edlee S. Tusi, UAP
Delegates from the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) took part in the 2017
International Union of Architects (UIA) World Architects Congress, a premier forum
for professionals and future leaders in the field of architecture to exchange the best
and latest practices, visions and first-hand experience.
The UIA Congresses, composed of the Seoul World
Architects Congress and the 27th UIA General Assem-
bly, were held from September 3 to 10, 2017, at COEX
and Dongdaemun Design Plaza, Seoul, South Korea,
respectively.
Themed ‘Soul of City’, it is based on unique features
of Seoul, the capital of South Korea, in its long history
from the prehistoric era to the present day. Advanced
technologies as well as natural elements of river,
streams and mountains have been another key sources
and concerns for all built-environments in the city.
Various topics were tackled by way of roundtable
discussions, workshops, trainings and seminars, which
included the seven (7) areas, such as Architectural Edu-
cation, Heritage, Green and Sustainability, Cross Border
Practice, Young Architects, Professional Practice, and
Technology in Architecture Design. Presentation of Philippine delegates headed by UAP National President Arch. Guillermo Hisancha pose with some guests
papers, concerts and tours were also the highlights of the during the 27th UIA General assembly, the second part of 2017 UIA Seoul World Architects Congress.
event. Meanwhile, the 27th UIA General Assembly
featured the revision of statutes and bylaws, the election
of UIA Bureau and Council members, and selection of
host city for the 29th edition of UIA General Assembly,
which will be held by 2023.
The Philippine delegation to the said regional event
were led by UAP National President Architect Guiller-
mo Hisancha, along with several national officers, past
national presidents and members.
According to its website, the UIA has chosen Seoul With the theme "Between Vision & Reali-
due to its accessible, affordable and adaptive city for ty, The Path Towards The Sustainable
foreign delegates. Also, Seoul has been awarded as a City", the 50th EAROPH Regional Con-
Creative City of Design by UNESCO appreciates ference will be held in the Philippines this
Seoul’s abundant cultural heritage, creative policies coming November 6-8, 2017 at SEDA
supporting the development of architecture. The UIA Hotel, Vertis North, Quezon City.
coordinates with the Federation of Institutes of Korean The said conference aims to present pa-
Architects (FIKA), by way of providing an excellent pers that discuss the myriad paths that can
opportunity to share and exchange information and lead to inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustaina-
offer programmes of sustainable socio-economic and ble cities and human settlements - and will
architectural developments in the all UIA member examine the imagined versus the actual city,
sections. but more importantly, will lay down the
steps, innovative approaches, tools and technologies that can
UAP Mourns Passing of shorten the distance between vision and reality.
EAROPH is an international non-government and multi-
Arch. Fidel Jose Siapno sectorial organization that brings together the private, public and
academic sector to foster the exchange of insights and experienc-
The United Architects of the Philip- es among countries in the EAROPH region. EAROPH pro-
pines (UAP) is mourning the loss of motes excellence in planning, development and management as
Professional Regulatory Board of well as consolidate and continuously promote the provision for
Architecture (PRBoA) Member better quality of life and sustainability of Human Settlements.
Architect Fidel Jose R. Siapno, The EAROPH region covers countries in Asia, Australasia
FUAP, AA, EUAP who died on and the Pacific region and was officially inaugurated in 1960. It
Saturday, September 16. gained its Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) status from
The finalized wake and cremation for the United Nations (UN) through its then parent organisation, the
Arch. Fidel Siapno was at St. Peter International Federation of Housing and Planning (IFHP) and
Chapel along Quezon Avenue, Que- today the EAROPH secretariat is in Kuala Lumpur, after it
zon City, including the Body viewing moved from India in 1978.
last Sept. 18, Cremation and Urn view- Past UAP National President Arch. Edric Marco C. Florenti-
no is currently the President of EAROPH Philippines.
To Be Continued on Page 15 For more information about the conference, visit the official
website of EAROPH Philippines. (Courtesy, UAP Website)

UIA announces World Architecture Day Theme
The International Union of Archi-
tects (UIA) representing more than
one million architects worldwide,
announces the theme of the World
Architecture Day (WAD) 2017
“Acting Against Climate Change!”
The threat of climate change is real.
Rapid urbanization and building devel-
opments are increasing our fuel energy
consumption and greenhouse gas emis-
sion.
The UIA supports every initiatives
following the 2015 Paris Climate
Change Agreement to combat the
impact of climate change on the envi-
ronment and humanity. It calls upon all
architects and architecture organiza-
tions in the world to mobilize efforts to
respond to these initiatives.
The UIA Members worldwide will,
on 2nd October, celebrate their
UAP Mourns Passing...from Page 14 Philippines, Arch. Siapno served as Chapter President twice achievements and visions of architec-
of UAP Legazpi Chapter, in 1980 and 1987, and was on the ture that is responsible, innovative and
ing on Sept. 19, until his ashes were transferred to UAP National Board as District Director in 1984. In 2005, enriching communities.
Legazpi City on Sept. 20. Urn viewing and burial he was appointed as a member of the Nominations Com- The UIA will participate and sup-
mass soon followed at St. Peter Chapel-Legazpi. His mittee and as Chairperson of the ComElec. He has been port the events in COP 23 in Bonn,
ashes were interred at the Bicol Memorial Park Ceme- awarded and conferred as Fellow of UAP, ASEAN Archi- Germany on 6-17 November 2017 and
tery on Sept. 23. tect and as Member EMERITUS.
UAP National President Arch. Guillermo H. Hisancha the World Urban Forum 9 in Kuala
Arch. Siapno was a graduate of the University of
Santo Tomas (UST). He considered establishing the said that “it is with deep sadness that we learned today of Lumpur on 7-13 February 2018 to
College of Architecture and Fine Arts at the Aquinas the passing of Architect the entire UAP Organization and promote Climate Change Action.
University of Legazpi City, being his best contribution Family joins the bereaved family in sadness, grief and (Courtesy: UAP Website)
to the architectural profession; he served as its first mourns to the loss of one of our dearest members. You will
Dean from 1982 to 1985, and served two (2) more never be forgotten”.
They will also organize another
terms in 1989 to 1997. He retired from teaching after In his message, UAP Secretary General Arch. Heray CPD Seminars on October 28 and
30 years of continued service in the academe. His said that “Arch. Siapno’s career spans almost half a century November 18, 2017 in collaboration
greatest achievement was having mentored more than and made an indelible mark on the architecture profession. with various Districts and Chapters of
200 practicing architects in the Bicol Region and all Our hearts go out to his family, friends, and former col- the UAP.
over the country and abroad especially in Asia and the leagues. Arch. Siapno leaves us too soon, and with so much All of these are noteworthy efforts and
Middle East. to work on and discuss, but all of us in UAP are better for I sincerely thank you for your contin-
An active member of the United Architects of the his friendship and his service”. (Courtesy, UAP-KYP) ued support over the first quarter of my
present administration.
Let us work together and make this
National President…from Page 6 ULES FOR THE ARCHITECT'S CONTINUING fiscal year a more productive and successful one as we
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOP- are guided by the principles of UNITY, ACCOUNT-
do A. Arante, School Principal; Hon. Noel A. Mar- MENT ABILITY and PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE. We
tinez, Hon. Cyril Malinao and Hon. Eric Butalid, always remember that our service is a BLESSING.
Chairpersons of Barangay 52, 54 and 53, respec- Arch. Patrick N. Rodriguez, Chair of the Commit-
tively; Mr. Hector Go, Project Coordinator; several tee on Young Architects and Committee on Heritage It is my renewed appreciation for the special love of
officers and members of UAP Regional District C- Conservation, and Arch Jason B. Portem, Chair of so many of us for our Organization.
3; and the whole school community. the Committee on Architectural Heritage and Conser-
San Fernando Central Elementary School is a vation, joined forces in organizing the HERITAGE
public elementary school located at Cor. Real and 101: Seminar Workshop on Architectural Herit-
Lukban Street, Barangay 54, Tacloban City, Leyte, age Conservation for Young Architects on Octo-
Philippines. ber 12-14, 2017 (First Leg) at the Centennial Resort
Hotel and Convention Center, Phase IV, Marikudo
PROFESSIONAL EXCEL- Street, Alta Tierra Subdivision, Jaro, Iloilo City
This seminar aims to provide sufficient amount of
LENCE AND ADVANC- quality CPD seminars and learning modules for the
architects' continuing professional growth and devel-
ING THE CONTINUING opment.
PROFESSIONAL DEVEL-
The Special Committee on Design-Build Services,
headed by Arch. Donato B. Magcale spearheaded Arch. Guillermo H. Hisancha,
FUAP, APEC Ar., ASEAN Ar., DFRIA
OPMENT OF ARCHI- several CPD Seminars concerning Design-Build
Services to disseminate information about the prac- UAP National President
TECTS tice of Design-Build Services as a specialized field of
practice in the realization of the project and as a
PROVIDE SUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF QUALI- method of project delivery in accordance with the
TY CPD SEMINARS AND LEARNING MOD- Standards of Professional Practice (SPP) 207.

around area A
UAP, NCDA Join Hands in Celebration of the NDPR Week 2017
by Arch. Elise Sophia Francisco, UAP
What does it mean by "universal

design" and "accessibility"? Who are
the stakeholders? Should we be con-
cerned? In commemoration of the
39th National Disability Prevention
and Rehabilitation (NPDR) Week, the
National Council on Disability Affairs
(NCDA) joined together with the
United Architects of the Philippines
(UAP) and Architects for Accessibil-
ity (AFA) in bringing local persons
with disability (PWD) champions
among the few who can best repre-
sent and remind if not impart the
universal design consciousness to our
primary regulating bodies which are
the local government units (LGUs)
through a seminar entitled
"Foundation of Accessibility and The National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) Officer in-charge Hon. Carmen Zubiaga (center) joins the rest
Universal Design for Government of guests and participants of the seminar entitled, “Foundation of Accessibility and Universal Design for Govern-
Buildings" held last July 28, 2017 in ment Buildings” held at Teatro Arkitekto, UAP headquarters.
UAP Headquarters, Quezon City.
"Empathy" as defined is "the ability participants comprising of the organizers from now."
to understand and share the feelings of NCDA, UAP, and AFA, including representatives Established in 2016, Architects For Accessibil-
another." Guest speakers would always of the Metro Manila Mayors, Building Officials, ity (AFA) is a sub-group of the UAP-Quezon City
mention, "what about us?" to reiterate and District Engineers from Department of Public Central chapter, and has since, been active in pro-
emphasis on Works and Highways - National motion of universal accessibility and design by
empathy - with Capital Region (DPWH-NCR), support of the NCDA and through coordination
common aspira- representatives from Metro with various Chapters and Committees under the
tion for inclusion Manila Development Authority UAP, as well as other entities such as Local Gov-
and independ- (MMDA), and PWD groups in ernment Units, National Agencies and private
ence, in a world Metro Manila. The organizers establishments. Send us your feedback! Email us
full of opportuni- hopes to see much improvement at qccentral.uap@gmail.com. Like us on Face-
ties. Among our in the implementation of the book: “Architects for Accessibility”
local PWD champions were: a) our Batas Pambansa (BP344) or Accessibility Law as @architects4accessibility.
renowned blind architect, Jaime Silva, they continue to pursue their advocacy through
A2B Induction:
chairman of the UAP Committee on influence on greater audience.
Accessibility, b) Ms. Carmen Zubiaga, As Zubiaga would say, "a world that is accessi-
“Great to be 8”
NCDA Officer in-charge, and c) Archi- ble is a world for all, not only for PWDs but includ-
tect Erico Abordo, co-founder of AFA. ing children and the aging population; at least eve-
The auditorium was filled with 134 ryone ages, why wait for it, when you can do it
‘It’s Great to be 8’ is the fitting battle cry this Fiscal
Year for UAP District A2b after having a new
chapter added to the ‘Lucky 7’ last Fiscal Year. No
less than the UAP National President Arch.
Guillermo Hisancha inducted the new officers and
directors of the eight chapters under the helm of
incoming District Director Arch. Don De Dios, also
called 5D by his district.
The affair, held last August 5, 2017 at the Widus
Hotel and Convention
Center in Clark, Pam-
panga was well attended
by the gra- cious presence
of the Profes- sional Regula-
tions Commissioner (PRC) Hon. Yolanda David
Reyes, who gave such an inspiration to the audience
not missing to express her deep affiliation to the Dis-
trict being a well-respected Kapampangan herself.
Other distinguished UAP personalities include Nation-
al Executive Vice President Arch. Benjamin Pangani-
ban, Secretary General Arch. Rene Heray, outgoing
Immediate Past A2B District Director Arch. Luz Mangonon-Casipong (5th from Left) and District Director District Director Arch. Luz Mangonon-Casipong and
Arch. Edwin Michael De Dios (4th from Left) join the rest of the members of the District A2B Council.
past Area A Vice-President Arch. Virgilio Andres Jr.

around area A
RIGHT: (From Left Front Row) Rizal East, Pasig; (From Left Second Row) Rizal Taytay,
Greenhills, Immediate Past District Director, District Director, San Juan Mandaluyong and
Cainta; (From Left Back Row )Deputy District Director, Kalayaan, Marikina and San Juan
Pinaglabanan.
RK100 Begins Year

with Social and
Com Dev’t Events
Rizal-Kalayaan 100 chapter started FY
2017-2018 by sharing their experience
and time through various activities.
Led by chapter president Arch. Gloria
S. Historillo, the officers were invited
to be jury members of a class on Re-
search Methods for Architecture (RMA) of the UST College of Architecture last 1 July
2017. They critiqued and gave recommendations to graduating students with proposals
on housing, health facilities and tourism development.
Aside from Arch. Historillo, the other officers included Architects Allan James Reyes
(immediate past president), Xandra Alejandro (secretary); Jennifer B. Verano and Dong Hun-
Lee (director).
Arch. Felicisimo A. Tejuco, Jr., past district director of district A-5 and chapter president,
also participated in a series of mural paintings of four pumping stations along the Pasig River
ABOVE: Some UAP RK100 members and officers pose for a

‘groupfie’ upon the finishing of one of the murals; LEFT: Chap-
ter President Arch. Gloria Historillo (center, holding ban-
ner) joins the rest of the students and faculty at the UST-
College of Architecture RMA class.
in Manila from June to September 2017. These in-
cluded the stations of Binondo, Quiapo, Arroceros
Park and Paco.
The painting event is a joint project of Metro
Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and the
British Council. One of the accredited partners is
One Redesign Manila (One RDM), wherein Arch.
Tejuco is a board member. One RDM provided the
painting volunteers composed of professionals and
students.
Incidentally, the chapter celebrated its 13th anni-
versary last 11 August 2017 at Gerry’s Grill along
Kalayaan Avenue. Supported by its event partner
Boysen, attendees included past presidents, chapter
officers and members.
around area B
UAP-Makati Induction of New Officers and Members
Lovin’ MC at 40, the ArchiVolution Grand Premiere
Last July 21, 2017, the UAP Makati Chapter Archimorphosis 2016-2017 bid goodbye and welcomed the ArchiVolution 2017-18 Team
with a special event celebration of welcoming our new members, revealing our new set of officers, giving thanks to our loyal members and
inspiring pillars and looking back to a great year under Archimorphosis. It was a record-breaking season of renewed legacy and prestige.
It was the most anticipated 40th Year Induction of New
Members and Officers' Turnover Ceremonies for the Fiscal
Year 2017-2018 with the theme, "Archivolution: Adapting &
Evolving into the Architectural Practice, Now & Beyond!" It's
not saying goodbye to “Archimorphosis,” but more of seeing
you soon for more, this was a continuation of the Big Changes
seen during the last Fiscal Year. Archivolution promises an
even more E-xplosive, E-xciting, & Exhilarating season ahead
for the Chapter and members. That night, almost 300 members
and guests joined in witnessing another level of Change, as the
lineup of mind-blowing seminars on how the architectural
profession and its services adapt to the changing needs of the
RIGHT: The UAP National Board
Members headed by the National Presi-
dent, Arch. Guillermo Hisancha
(seated, 6th from Left) pose for a group
photo with the members and guests of
the Induction Night of the UAP Makati
Chapter. ABOVE, LEFT: The Honor-
able MMDA Chairman Danilo
Delapuz Lim (BGen, Ret.) as one of the
Special Guests of the Night. ABOVE,
RIGHT: Immediate Past Chapter
President Arch. Vic Limdico (left) and
Chapter Pres. Miko Carandang (right)
present a token to Arch. Bobby Mañosa
thru Arch. Gelo Mañosa.
society and the environment. Special tributes were given to one of our prized members, Arch. Francis-
The special night was graced by inspiring and influential guests, one of whom is the co 'Bobby' Mañosa, for his lifelong works and Legacy. The night wouldn’t
former DENR Secretary and Environmentalist, Ms Gina Lopez through a personal be complete without the words of encouragement from our 2-time UAP
video message of inspiration and love to the Chapter. Back-to-back with another honora- National President, Arch. Guillermo ‘Guimo’ Hisancha. Meanwhile, the
ble personality, no other than the MMDA Chairman, BGen. Danilo Lim, as UAPMC Chapter also honored the victorious “B3lympics 2017” delegates for being
will collaborate with MMDA in the Greening the Metro. The Chapter also welcomed declared as Co-Champions of the said district sports event held at last May
and supported the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on the “Shoebox Project” for in Dasmariñas City, Cavite.
victims and soldiers of the Marawi conflict. It was the most awaited event of the year as the Archivolution Team
prepares for the most explosive events in months to come, at the height of
DD Oco Urges Bicol legacy and no other way but to go up. Congratulations UAPMC Archimor-
phosis Team for paving the way for CHANGE and congratulations
Chapters to Change UAPMC Archivolution Team for a most successful grand premiere.
for the Better Naga City -- Arch. Marlo Oco, District Director for B5 urged the UAP Chapters
in Bicol and all over the Philippines to take Architecture profession to the ad-
by Arch. Kristine Lagman, UAP vanced horizon.
Arch. Oco made the remarks during the UAP Turn-Over Ceremonies and Joint
Induction of Officers and New Members which were attended by 400 delegates at
Villa Caceres Hotel, Magsaysay Avenue in Naga City. Vice-President Ma. Leonor
“Leni” Robredo, who hailed from this city, was the event guest of honor and speaker.
Naga City Mayor Hon. John G. Bongat was also present during the event.
“Unity, Accountability and Professional Excellence” truly reflects our commitment
to virtuosity in whatever endeavours we have, adding “Our passion and strong desire
to change for the better will eventually cascade to a better delivery of service to Bicol
and Beyond, Oco said.
Meanwhile, outgoing Director Arch. Abraham Pena recalled all the landmark
activities implemented during his term and acknowledged all those who worked with
him to support the incoming Director.
Hosted by UAP-Camarines Chapter, the induction was attended by nine chapters
of the districts namely; Daet, Camarines Sur; Iriga; Legazpi; Daraga-Cagsawa;
Tabaco; Sorsogon-Casanggayan; Masbate-Rodeo and Catanduanes Chapter.
The UAP National Officers headed by National President Arch. Guillermo H.
Hisancha led the induction of the District B5 Council, as well as the new members
under the said District. Prior to the event, the National officers were toured to the
ABOVE: The attendees of the Joint Induction and Turn-Over Ceremonies of the world-class tourist destinations of Camarines Sur, like the Camarines Sur Water
District B5 together with the event Guest of Honor, Vice President Leni Robredo. Sports Complex, Penafrancia Basilica and Museo ni Jesse Robredo.

around area C
LEFT: UAP National President Arch. Guillermo Hisancha (2nd from Left),
presents the UAP RDC1 Lifetime Achievement Award to Arch. Manuel
Guanzon, FUAP, one of Cebu’s premier architects, on the occasion of
the Induction and Turnover Ceremonies of UAP District C1.
UAP District C1 Inducts

New District Council &
Chapter Officers
By Arch. Karl Aries Emerson F. Cabilao, FUAP
The spacious ballroom of the Waterfront Hotel

Lahug turned into a glowing banquet hall fit for
the incoming leaders of the United Architects of
the Philippines Regional District C1 (UAP
RDC1). The new set of UAP RDC1 officers and
council members, headed by District Director
Emmanuel Cuizon, as well as the officers of the
nine chapters of the District were sworned into office. Cuizon takes
over the directorship from outgoing district director Augusto Lee.
Administering their oaths were the UAP national officers headed by
national president Guillermo Hisancha, FUAP, national executive vice
RDC2 HOLDS LUNCHEON MEETING FOR UAP president Benjamin Panganiban, Jr., FUAP, secretary general Renato
Heray, FUAP and national auditor Eldred Caesar Tan, FUAP.
The new chapter officers were led by their respective chapter presi-
NATIONAL EXECS, LGU SPECIAL GUESTS dents: Armund Claro (UAP Cebu), Valentino Vergara (UAP Rajah
Humabon), Zorich Guia (UAP Dumaguete), German Janus Guidaben
(UAP Bohol), Elmer Laguna (UAP Datu Lapu Lapu), Elise Demiar
Amidst traffic and delayed flights caused by Ironman 70.3 in Cebu City last August (UAP Sugbu), O’neal Aspera (UAP Cebu Leon Kilat), Glicerio Vil-
6, 2017, the United Architects of the Philippines - National Board of Directors headed lacorta, Jr. (UAP Metro Cebu) and Rene Perez (UAP Cebu Fort San
by NP Guillermo Hisancha, FUAP, AA, APEC Ar., DFRIA, with NEVP Benjamin Pedro).
K. Panganiban, Jr.,FUAP, AA, APEC Ar., SecGen Renato A. Heray, FUAP, AA, The highlight of the night was the awarding of the UAP RDC1
PALA, and Area C VP Moises L. Abellera, UAP, landed safely in the City of Smiles, Lifetime Achievement Award to one of Cebu’s premier architects,
Manuel Guanzon, FUAP. Guanzon, whose practice flourished in the
Bacolod. 70’s, was known for giving Cebu some of the most notable architec-
A Luncheon Meeting was held to welcome the UAP Na- ture like the Fairmart Shopping Center in Colon, Abacus Building, Pag
tional Executives and Arch. Gil Vergara Japitana, UAP, with -Ibig Fund WT Tower and Cebu Parklane International Hotel, among
Special Guests, Hon. Eugenio Jose V. Lacson, Vice-Governor many others. He received the award from the UAP National and Dis-
of Negros Occidental, and Hon. Valentino Miguel Alonso trict leaders with his family looking on.
(PCL- Negros) at the Ricardo Hall 1 & 2 , L’ Fisher Hotel, The architects of UAP RDC1, led by the newly-installed officers,
15th Lacson St., Bacolod City for the introduction and pro- are looking forward to a busy year ahead with promoting and strength-
ening the profession and organizing and participating in continuing
To be continued on Page 20 professional development activities.
UAP
NEGRENSE
HOSTS
REGIONAL
DISTRICT C2
JOINT CHAP-
TER INDUC-
TION AND
TURN-OVER
CEREMONIES
The UAP Regional District C2 held their Joint Chapter Induction and Turn- tion of the profession towards local and provincial level.
Over Ceremonies for the Fiscal Year 2017-2018 last August 6, 2017 at the La Newly inducted RDC2 District Director was Felipe B. Jocson, UAP together
Proa 1 & 2, L'Fisher Hotel, 15th Lacson St., Bacolod City, Negros Occidental with his appointed district officers which include Jonathan Iral, UAP, Michael
hosted by UAP Negrense Chapter spearheaded by Incoming Chapter Presi- Andrew Penalosa, UAP, and Rogely R. Gambito-Lora, UAP as the new Chap-
dent Rogely R. Gambito-Lora, UAP, together with her Event Committees ter Presidents for UAP BAcolod, UAP Mt. Kanla-on and UAP Negrense re-
from the UAP Mt. Kanla-on and UAP Bacolod Chapters. spectively with their Chapter Officers and Special Committees. A Fellowship
The Theme was "PAGPADAYON: In Continuance for Unity, Accountability followed after the Formal Ceremony with Raffle Prizes sponsored by Pacific
and Professional Excellence", coined as such which means to carry on, the act of Paint (Boysen) Phils., Inc.
continuing. It was a newfangled vow and oath for the district, chapter officers and Other Partner Sponsors were Westpoint Industrial Sales, Inc., USG Boral
the new members before NP Guillermo Hisancha, FUAP, AA, APEC Ar., Boards, Acster Marketing, ParexGroup Inc., Colorsteel, Crown Asia Chem.
DFRIA; NEVP Benjamin K. Panganiban, Jr.,FUAP, APEC Ar., AA; SecGen Corp., Phelps Dodge Philippines Energy, Glass Solutions, Inc., Wilcon Home
Renato A. Heray, FUAP, AA, PALA; Area C Vice President Moises L. Abellera, Depot and LDC Refrigeration and Airconditioning Inc.
UAP; and Gil Vergara Japitana, UAP for commitment, persistence and promo-

around area C
UAP Sugbu Welcomes New

Members, Adopts a School
The new UAP Sugbu members, all 55 of them, were given a grand welcome
during the chapter’s August general membership meeting (GMM) held at the
B|G Hotel along Parkmall Drive, Mandaue City, Cebu. They took their oaths of
membership in front of the chapter officers, led by President Elise Demiar, the
members and their inducting officer, UAP National Auditor Eldred Caesar Tan,
FUAP.
The new members immediately experienced the professionally-enriching character
of Sugbu GMM’s as they listened and took part in the discus-
sions about the architect- engineer relationship as allied
professionals in the field of design and construction. On the
panel were architect-civil engineer “twins” Kelvin and Kris Go
as well as UAP Sugbu’s past president and past District C1
Director Emmanuel Jesus Avila, FUAP. The panelists shared
their experiences in the practice as fledgling professionals which gave important
insights to the new architects in the hall. VP-Operations Neil Menjares and past presi-
dent Buck Sia acted as moderators.
Private groups and academe collaborated to extend
Just a week after the GMM, UAP Sugbu Chapter headed to Naga City in the
assistance and treats to fire victims of Lower,
southern part of Cebu for its first corporate social responsibility (CSR) activity. The
architects visited the Mayana Elementary School, where they donated books, school Matimco, Barangay Subangdaku. The United Archi-
supplies and a laptop for the school. They then spent the morning re-painting parts of tects of the Philippines (UAP) Datu Lapu-lapu Chap-
the school building and stage as well as the tables and chairs of the pupils. They also ter headed by Architect Elmer Laguna, Cebu Lumad
had some time bonding with over 200 young pupils through fun games and activities. Lions Club whose President Architect Joseph Judilla
The activity, headed by chapter officers Ariane Alix, Steffi Go and Keisha Plaza, was is also UAP Datu Lapu-lapu’s Vice President and
done in coordination with the Lions Club and Davies Paints. students of Cebu Technological University volted in to extend
and outreach program to the fire victims and the street kids
(SKIDS). The activity also was with a major support from Da-
vies Paints Philippines, Inc. The group handed over sacks of
rice and used clothing to Subangdaku Barangay Captain Hon.
Ernie Manatad. Other than that the children were also given
various treats as they were served with a sumptuous breakfast
and lunch. In between were lessons and games by the CTU
students. It was indeed a Sunday well spent for the group, their
families and all beneficiaries.
RDC2 Holds Luncheon...from Page 19
motion of R.A. 9266 to our provincial and local legislators. A follow–up meet-
ing together with the RDC2 District Officers and the LGUs will be synched
UAP National President Guillermo H. Hisancha and members of the UAP Nation- properly and hopefully, can yield positively with the help from our UAP Exec-
al Executive look on as symbolic turning-over of RA 9266 and supporting docu- utives.
ments to Hon. Eugenio Jose V. Lacson (Vice Governor- Negros Occidental) and A Product Presentation was held by Phelps Dodge Philippines Energy while
Hon. Valentino Miguel Alonso (PCL-Negros) commenced.
sumptuous lunch was prepared by Pacific Paint (Boysen) Philippines, Inc.
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around area C/D
UAP Metro Cebu
Chapter Holds CPD
Seminar
Just a week after a well-attended and very success-

ful seminar organized by the UAP District C1 and
the UAP Design Build Services Committee, anoth-
er CPD seminar provided architects from this area
ABOVE: UAP National Executive Vice President Benjamin Panganiban Jr (seated, 3rd from left) joins the officers and
of the country with an opportunity for professional
members of UAP Metro Cebu on their CPD Seminar held last August 26, 2017 at the Sarossa Hotel, Mabolo, Cebu City.
growth. The one-year-old UAP Metro Cebu Chap-
UAP’S 150TH CHAPTER CHARTERED ter, under the leadership of President Glicerio
Villacorta, held a CPD Seminar dealing with three
important topics last August 26, 2017 at the Saros-
IN SOUTHERN MINDANAO sa Hotel, Mabolo, Cebu City.
By Arch. Ericson P. Europa, UAP, PIEP UAP Metro Cebu Chapter invited three accom-
UAP North Davao plished architects to serve as speakers for their first
CPD seminar of the fiscal year. UAP National Execu-
The United Architects of the Philippines has added anoth- tive Vice President Benjamin Panganiban, Jr., FUAP,
er chapter to its already long roster of local and foreign Arch. Armando Eugene De Guzman, FUAP and
chapters with the chartering of Sinlayan Dabaw Chapter. Arch. James Jao, FUAP, PIID composed the illustri-
The new chapter, belonging to Regional District D1 and ous set of speakers for the whole-day seminar that
based in Davao City, is the UAP’s 150th chapter. attracted more than 300 architects inside and outside
The official chartering ceremonies were held at The Royal Mandaya Hotel in Davao City last August 22, District C1. Arch. Panganiban talked on the value of
2017. It was well attended by members of the National Board of Directors, led by UAP National President CPD for the architects while Arch. De Guzman dis-
Guillermo Hisancha, who handed the Certificate of Charter to the chapter’s Charter President Arch. Isidoro cussed the details on starting and sustaining the "small
Malaque III. Another highlight of the event was the presentation of the Chapter Banner and Gavel by Area practice". Arch. Jao wrapped up the whole-day event
D Vice President Trinidad Saligumba, which was followed by the symbolic lighting of candles by the 38 with a lecture on how to get published.
charter members. Immediately after the chartering rites, the induction of the chapter’s officers took place.
Aside from NP Hisancha and AVP Saligumba, other members of the National
Board of Directors who were on hand to witness the momentous occasion were
National Executive Vice President Benjamin Panganiban, Secretary General
Rene Heray, National Auditor Eldred Caesar Tan, District D1 Director Elwyn
Banares, and District D3 Director Albert Rosel.
Sinlayan Dabaw Chapter is the 8th chapter in the Davao Region and the 10th
in District D1. The formation of the group was brought about because of the
growing number of new architects in Southern Mindanao, where five architecture
schools are located, and added to the fact that Davao City has been made as test-
ing venue for the Architecture Licensure Examination.
The chapter’s nomenclature is derived from the local vernacular word,
“sinlayan,” which means beacon of light. Since most of its members are faculty
and Masteral students of the University of the Philippine- Mindanao, the name is
in line with the chapter’s thrust to be a source of enlightenment and knowledge to
architects and aspiring architects through researches and academic lectures.
ABOVE-RIGHT: UAP National President Arch. Guillermo Hisancha (right) received the Plaque of Appreciation from Arch. Arch. Isidoro Malaque III, Char-
ter President of UAP-Dabaw Sinlayan Chapter. ABOVE: The Charter Members and Officers, the UAP-Sinlayan Dabaw Chapter.

OPINION EDITOR’S NOTE: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and
do not necessarily reflect the position of the Publication or of the Organization as a whole. Thank you.

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NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS

FISCAL YEAR 2017-2018

BENJAMIN K. PANGANIBAN JR., FUAP, AA, APEC AR

JESSIE D. AVILA, UAP

REYNALDO S. ACOSTA, FUAP

MOISES L. ABELLERA, UAP

PAMELA N. AMADOR, FUAP, AA

ELDRED CAESAR I. TAN, FUAP

MARIA LISA V. SANTOS, FUAP

MARIA BENITA O. REGALA, FUAP, AA TO : ALL CHAPTER PRESIDENTS

OWEN B. TOLENTINO, UAP

EDWIN MICHAEL T. DE DIOS, UAP

RONALDO F. BERNAL, UAP

EDMON L. SAMSON, UAP

Immediate and widest dissemination of this Memorandum Circular is

EMMANUEL O. CUIZON, UAP

LEANDRO G. ORDIZ, UAP

VERNAN M. LAMIS, UAP

ALBERT S. ROSEL, UAP

ANACLETO Y. TAMOSO, UAP

VIRGILIO D. ANDRES JR., FUAP

CORAZON FABIA-TANDOC, FUAP, AA

GIL V. JAPITANA, UAP

ROBERT BENEDICT C. HERMOSO, FUAP

Editor for Area D

Guillermo H. Hisancha, FUAP, APEC AR, AA,

Ma. Elena E. Lamasan, UAP

Reynaldo S. Acosta, FUAP

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tary’s Cottage, Cabinets Hill, Baguio City.

UNIFIED NOMINATION OF ARCHITECT FRANCISCO T.

Arch. Fancisco “Bobby” T. Mañosa’s significant contribu-

UNITED ARCHITECTS OF THE PHILIPPINES

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UNITED ARCHITECTS OF THE PHILIPPINES

Arch. Trinidad G. Saligumba, UAP

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A. REDEVELOPING THE UAP CORPORATE WEBSITE

The Office of the Secre-

Siapno, Legazpi Chapter.

UNITED ARCHITECTS OF THE PHILIPPINES

BELOW: The PRC's 2017 Outstanding Accredited Professional Or-

by Arch. Joseph B. Casas, UAP

UAP officers gathered to take a ‘selfie’ after the

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The UAP - SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON DESIGN - BUILD SERVICES

UNITED ARCHITECTS OF THE PHILIPPINES

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What does it mean by "universal

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RK100 Begins Year

ABOVE: Some UAP RK100 members and officers pose for a

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UAP District C1 Inducts

The spacious ballroom of the Waterfront Hotel

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UAP Sugbu Welcomes New

Just a week after a well-attended and very success-

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