(COCONUT PALACE “TAHANANG PILIPINO” by Francisco “Bobby” Mañosa)

Cultural and Environmental Concept

Designed by National Artist Francisco Mañosa, the opulent palace was

made of hardwood, coconut shell and specially manufactured coconut lumber,
and had roofs that resemble the “salakot” or Filipino native hat. It was
commissioned by former First Lady Imelda Marcos. The structure is located within
the grounds of the Cultural Center of The Philippines (CCP), and near the other
structures that were also commissioned during the time of former President
Ferdinand Marcos such as the Folk Arts Theater and Philippine International
Convention Center (PICC). Upon completion in 1978, the structure had been
widely talked about for housing a large coconut shell chandelier hanging as focal
point for a double winding grand staircase landing area. There were also reports
about a long dining table made of tens of thousands of inlaid chips of coconut
shells.

ATIENZA, CIARRA MAE

CAMARAUAN, GLAISDALE KHEIZ