The Pause that Speaks: Quarry House by SLIC Architecture

SLIC Architecture champions the value of pausing to listen with Quarry House, a cliffside retreat that exemplifies natural sensitivity, practicality, and humble materiality

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Power in Peace: Maguindanao del Norte Capitol by Swito Architecture Designs

History and cultural identity lead Swito Architecture Designs’ WAF 2024 entry, a new capitol for Maguindanao del Norte that encourages communication and unity among its people

November 3, 2024

First Aid: Felicidad Sy Multi-Specialty Building by Archion Architects

Archion Architects returns to WAF with a 15-story building that houses neuroscience and radiology departments, provides spaces for healthcare instruction, and takes clues from the bahay-na-bato for natural ventilation

November 3, 2024

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House of Song: Loboc Performing Arts Center by Obra Majoralia Design Studio

Grohe Young Visionary winner Obra Majoralia designs a performing arts space for the musical town of Loboc, inspired by its cultural and natural heritage as well as classical models like the Parthenon

November 3, 2024

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Stepping Up: The Rise at Monterrazas by LLG Architects Design Studio

Form follows landscape in WAF-shortlisted The Rise at Monterrazas, a context-responsive, land-efficient, and sustainably minded residential development by Cebu-based LLG Architects Design Studio

November 3, 2024

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From Classroom to World Stage: Behind the Triumph of UNP at WAF 2023

The WAF 2023 University of Northern Philippines team recounts their journey to victory at the Global Student Charette

October 31, 2024

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Materiality and Memory: House for a Father by EUDO

Edwin Uy of EUDO reflects on designing House for a Father, a mausoleum that intertwines natural materiality and emotion, transforming grief into a resonant tribute

October 31, 2024

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November 19, 2024

Bridging Islands: Visayas Art Fair and Bodega Design Caravan 2024

November 15, 2024

Unboxing time: Karl Castro’s First Solo Exhibition at Galleria Duemila

October 21, 2024

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WORLD ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL 2024

Welcome to our coverage of the World Architecture Festival 2024! The Philippines is making waves with eight shortlisted projects following an impressive 2023. Stay with us as we bring you every step, from the shortlist to the thrilling live critiques in Singapore, where our contenders will compete against top international talent from November 6 to 8 at Marina Bay Sands. Will a Philippine project make history by winning the World Building of the Year? Stay tuned!

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November 9, 2024

Stage Presence: WAF 2024 Day Three Roundup

November 8, 2024

Concepts to Clarity: WAF 2024 Day Two Roundup

November 7, 2024

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Game Changer: Reversed Dunk by KIM/ILLI

Conceived by transdisciplinary studio KIM/ILLI, Reversed Dunk is a site-specific intervention that reveals the changes in Berlin’s urban dynamics and the reclamation of public space

October 16, 2023

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Crafting Calm: Casa C by Jayson Ramirez

Casa C by Jayson Ramirez provides its household of four the quiet corner they desire amidst Mandaluyong City’s frenetic energy

October 13, 2023

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Made for Moments: ST Residence by Commonsense Studio

Commonsense Studio opens a new spatial chapter for a family of four, with expanded spaces for entertaining and family time

August 14, 2023

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Inside Story: C Residence by Cholo Claver and Tracy Santos

Faced with an unorthodox client brief, Claver and Santos utilized the power of materiality to design a home that both shields and nurtures a growing family

May 8, 2023

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Perked Up: The Good Cup Coffee by San Studio

For The Good Cup Coffee, Cebu-based San Studio shuns tired café tropes with a revamp that literally puts coffee centerstage

March 23, 2023

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Nature’s Flow: Ashui Pavilion 2023 by MIA Design Studio

For this year’s Ashui Pavilion, Vietnamese architecture firm MIA Design Studio heeds nature’s flow with the help of simple fabric and humble scaffolding

March 20, 2023

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