Adriano, Matthew C.

BS Architecture – 4A
Professional Practice - 2

SEATWORK
10 Small Local/National Architectural Firms
AMD ARCHITECTS
Metro Manila,

A Philippine-based architectural firm providing solutions so that people will have better living and
working conditions.
The firm are guided by this purpose while maintaining integrity and wisdom in the line of architectural
profession.
THE FIRM’S SERVICES
AMD Architects provides design solutions for structures of different types and occupancies, old and
new.
The firm specialize in transforming spaces into more functional and refreshing spaces
for people’s quality life and well-being.
BY PROFFESSIONAL SERVICES
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN:
Pre-Design Phase consisting of Research and Analyses and As-built Measurements and Data Encoding
Schematic Design Phase consisting of Programming and Conceptualization
Design Development Phase consisting of preliminary technical drawings
Contract Documents Phase consisting of plans and documents necessary for bidding and building
permit application
Construction Phase consisting of design coordination with engaged parties from the start of
construction up to the completion of the project.

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AMD ARCHITECTS
Metro Manila,

BY PROFFESSIONAL SERVICES
INTERIOR DESIGN:
Design-Build services
Dress-up of space with minor construction works
Styling through décor and furniture selection and layout
Sourcing and Purchasing Assistance

ENGINEERING DESIGN:
Structural
Mechanical
Electrical
Plumbing
Fire Protection
URBAN DESIGN:
Site Analysis on Climate and Weather Conditions, Site Contour, Risks & Hazards, Site Capacity and/or
Accessibility & Permeability
Master Plan
Site Development Plan
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AMD ARCHITECTS
Metro Manila,

BY PROFFESSIONAL SERVICES
CONSTRUCTION:
Design-Build
Build Only (For clients with technical design know-how, e.g. architects or interior
designers)

GRAPHIC DESIGN:
Corporate Branding through value creation
Design and Layout of Marketing Paraphernalia
Logo Design

CONSULTATION:
The firm assist by giving verbal consultation service with top-of-mind and experience-
based solutions that does not require highly specialized and time-consuming research and
programming. This also includes Building Administration Services such as reviewing of
construction drawings and site inspections.

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AMD ARCHITECTS
Metro Manila,

BY OCCUPANCY
Hospitality - Hotels, Resorts
Healthcare - Clinics, Diagnostic Centers, Hospitals
Commercial - Restaurants, Retail, Entertainment Facilities
Business - Offices, lobbies and lounges for corporate use
Institutional - Schools or Educational Facilities
Residential - Dream homes, townhouses or housing units for rent

BY CONSTRUCTION
Renovation - Spatial design that takes into account the things that matter most
Fit-out - Empty space to functional space
New Construction - From nothing to being

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AMD ARCHITECTS
Metro Manila,

THE FIRM’S VISION & MISSION

“A solution-centric company for quality living.”
Core Competence: We work with your values and use our technical expertise to reach to a
solution.
Stewardship - Responsible Leadership, Maximizing Potentials
Service - Human-Centered, Good Relationship
Solution - Continuous Innovation, Knowledge Creation
Company Values:
Accountability & Integrity - Take responsibility for actions. Mistake is one thing,
taking action is the next.
Wisdom & Continuous Learning - Strive to learn. Learn from any aspect, experience
or individual.
Work-Life Balance - Make work purposeful but fun. There is a time for everything,
according to priority.

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AMD ARCHITECTS
Metro Manila,

THE FIRM’S CORE DESIGN TEAM

Principal Architect
Junior Architect
Junior Designer

Intermediate Design Team.

Structural Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Master Plumber
Fire Protection Engineer
Graphic Designer

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AMD
ARCHITECTS
WORK
U.SI.S.A.rt (You See Is Art)
This design is among the four
(4) National Finalist in the 2014
MADE (Metrobank Art and
Design Excellence) Competition
– Architecture Category.

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ESCALMA DESIGNS &
ASSOCIATES
Manila, Philippines, 1998

THE FIRM’S GOALS

“Being the new and a small player in the industry during the early years, Architect Calma
believed that every good job creates a good will, which helped him gain more clients. By
setting the goals and providing direction to every project, E.S. Calma Design and
Associates was able to deliver more than what was expected by the client. To be able to
build and seal a stronger and lasting relationship with its clients, a Post-Construction
Service was given to clients, even after the expiration of contract.”
"Working with the client" was the mindset of E.S. Calma and Associates, which meant
treating clients as business partners. Architect Calma believes that business is not just about
cost and profit, it is also about honesty and transparency, and that was the foundation for
every contract/project. From employees to suppliers, the basic principle of honesty and
fairness was infused. In running his team, creativity and leadership is being encouraged.
Responsibility is taught by delegating timelines and budget, coordinating milestones with
clients, and delivering projects that are not only satisfactory but projects that are able to
serve its purpose and exceed the expectation of clients.

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ESCALMA DESIGNS &
ASSOCIATES
Manila, Philippines, 1998

THE FIRM’S MISSION

To design spaces, a step away from the familiar, enhancing the human experience,
harmonizing requirements with design, blending technology with sustainable architecture,
and helping our clients succeed.
To deliver targeted outcomes, adding value by making total client satisfaction our objective
from planning, execution, to completion of projects, earning trust and confidence, and
forming lasting relationships.
To create a learning environment for our employees and continually transform our
organization into a team of professionals able to collaborate to come up with exceptional
design ideas, generate knowledge from experiences, and devise solutions to challenges.
THE FIRM’S VISION
“Our Vision is to become one of the country's prominent architectural designer and builder
of innovative, functional, and sustainable spaces using dynamic technology to satisfy the
evolving needs of our clients and to foster creativity and professionalism to individuals
capable of providing solutions to challenges.”

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ESCALMA DESIGNS &
ASSOCIATES
Manila, Philippines, 1998

THE FIRM’S QUALITY POLICY

Customer Focus Improvement
Leadership Evidence based
Engagement of People Relationship Management
Process Approach

THE FIRM’S CORE VALUES

Integrity
Professionalism
Service Quality
Social Responsibility
Synergy

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ESCALMA
DESIGNS &
ASSOCIATES
WORK
Modern Contemporary
The location and the
neighborhood was the driving
element in designing this
modern contemporary residence,
located in Bauan, Batangas.
ESCalma Design and Associates
(ESCDA) designed this house
with a high ceiling that gives an
illusion of huge space in the
living area.

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EDWARD CO TAN + ARCHITECTS
Quezon City, 2003

THE FIRM’S PHILOSOPHY

“Structure as Architecture”
Structure as Architecture indicates our sensitivity to the area and volume in each of our
design. To account the time and measure on space we create and envision its operation with
a high degree of importance.

We practice this idea by looking into structure as a multifunctional architectural element,

and how it also dictates, manipulates, controls and influences people and the space around
it. Driven by the progressing demands on space especially in high-density areas, our firm
believes in these three key factors centered around efficiency: space planning, construction
cost, and operational cost.

And in order to fully realize the opportunities of structure, we emphasize on value space
planning and value engineering, and design with the attention to detail on not just the area,
but also on volume. This manifests in the way we utilize the use of load-bearing walls that
we call Interactive Wall System.

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EDWARD CO TAN + ARCHITECTS
Quezon City, 2003

THE FIRM’S GOALS

“As one of the awarded firms in the Architecture business, we maintain an excellent and
personalized client relationship and practices with consideration of all the aspects of design
and construction.”
THE FIRM’S VALUES
We are always on the look out for people who are passionate about architecture. ECT+A
offers a diverse working experience for architects, interior designers, and other related
professions. We invite you to join us create an architecture that move, inspire and influence
our society.
ARCHITECT
THE FIRM’S SERVICES EDWARD CO TAN
Architecture Principal Architect
Master Planning
Interior Design

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EDWARD CO TAN
+ ARCHITECTS
WORK
Project Title: Amalfi
Mid-rise residential
Location: Citta de Mare, Cebu
South Road Properties, Cebu
City
Project Status: Completed 2011
Owner/Developer: Filinvest

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HANDSTUDIO CO.
Makati City

HANDS - HABULAN AND NGO DESIGN STUDIO CO. is a collaborative architectural

design practice operating within the fields of Architecture, Research, and Design. Our
Studio's architecture emerges through a careful analysis of the constant evolution of
contemporary life that results to new methods of architectural organization and sustainability
processes.
This gives the architecture the ability to take a fresh look at design issues - regardless of the
scale or typology. Through our process, we have been able to work on a diverse list of
projects - from cultural, institutional, residential, commercial, and master plan developments.
Through constant development of rigorous methods of analysis and execution, we are able to
combine innovative thought processes and efficient production strategies. Our constant
collaboration with different stakeholders allows us to look into diverse issues with a broader
perspective. As a result, our creative endeavors produce independent and tailor-fit solutions.
THE FIRM’S CORE SERVICES
Architecture Graphic Design
Project Management Product Design
Urban Design Landscape
Interiors

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HANDSTUDIO CO.
Makati City

THE FIRM’S PHILOSOPHY

Three Core Agendas
1. Innovation
2. Collaboration
3. Filipino Translation
“WE SHOULD CREATE, INSPIRE, CONSISTENTLY PROGRESS AND RESEARCH ON
SOLUTIONS TO BUILD A NEW ARCHETYPE. WE SHOULD REMAIN CONSTANT WITH OUR
IDEAS.”

THE FIRM’S VISION

As such, change and adaptation should be constant. What worked then does not necessarily mean it
could still work now.
Thus, we are faced with a dilemma as to what would constitute the so-called Philippine Architecture?
Should we continue deriving form from past archetypes or should we create new methods of form-
giving akin to the changing times?
It should be clarified that architecture definitive of national identity should be expressed beyond
historical influences. Rather, it should be adaptive, progressive, and responsive to what cultural
definition a nation adheres to.

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HANDSTUDIO CO.
Makati City

THE FIRM’S MISSION

For architecture to be significant, it should not only be able to answer these forces, but it
should also be able to create situations & experiences that would introduce a new
archetype. A new strategy of thinking should be introduced to create a new form of
Philippine Architecture.

Vigilance is what we should all possess. It should be clarified that this approach would
create an architecture that is relevant to the Filipinos but translated in a modern idiom.
ResultIng forms would be varied, but the process of form giving would towards this new
objective.

Ar. Yonni R. Habulan, and Ar.

Maricris B. Ngo
Founding Architects

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HANDSTUDIO
CO. WORK
Residential

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ARBUENA ARCHITECTS
Quezon City, 1993

The firm specializes in the design and construction management of healthcare and research
facilities. Our staff is focused and trained on providing the highest level of expertise and
service. We recognize the complexities of healthcare operations and its facility
requirements. We work in partnership with clients all over the Philippines to create healthy,
sustainable spaces in which to heal, live, learn, work, and play.

THE FIRM’S PHILOSOPHY

“Our Design Philosophy always pursues to produce excellence: high quality work,
completed on time and within budget. We give emphasis on function, maximized use of
space, flexibility, client needs, and use of environmentally friendly materials that are
durable and economical. We believe in timeless architecture in building design, creating
architecture that will generate equilibrium with the people and the community.”
THE FIRM’S SERVICES
ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING DESIGN
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT
PRE-DESIGN CONSULTANCY

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ARBUENA ARCHITECTS
Quezon City, 1993

THE FIRM’S OCCUPANCY

Healthcare Commercial
Education Government
Residential Religious
Science & technology Office

Architect Allen R.
Buenaventura
Principal and Architect

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ARBUENA
ARCHITECTS
WORK
PNP Medical Plaza Camp
Panopio, Quezon City
These buildings would
provide a more extensive reach
of specialized healthcare
services to locals.
Unlike private hospitals,
government- funded hospitals
by the DOH are limited by
budget constraints preventing
them from creating sustainable
and resilient facilities for the
people.

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AIDEA
Located Austin, Texas, 2011

‘Aidea’ comes from the Latin phrase, “a idea ad esse”, which means, “from ideas to reality”
Your objectives and strategies are our impetus for providing integrated design and
technology solutions, the enrichment of life and the industry, our inspiration.

Aidea believes in being the best adviser and solutions provider a client can have. As an
integrated design and technology firm, we leverage our expertise, unique processes, and
continuous technological innovation to create solutions that bring the best value to our
stakeholders.

The FIRM’S VISION

“Our vision is to be global integrated design and technology practice that delivers excellent
values through seamless service experience.”
The FIRM’S MISSION
“Our mission is to create the best design solutions and value for our clients’ businesses to
succeed while enriching the community and helping people live more fulfilled lives.”

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AIDEA
Located Austin, Texas, 2011

THE FIRM’S EXPERTISE

“Integrated design and technology is how we deliver value-added services. We provide holistic
solutions, from initial strategies and design planning through construction administration to
post-occupancy, to ensure your business idea gets built on strong foundations and succeeds
throughout its lifecycle. We are committed to fostering a long-term relationship with every
client.”
ARCHITECTURE
"Architecture is the pursuit of things that make humans live better.“
-Abelardo M. Tolentino, Jr. , President and CEO
Interior Design
“A well-designed environment is the foundation of a successful project and a long-term
partnership.”
Planning
“We design and deliver major urban projects that range from city-wide design strategies,
through detailed master plans and guidelines, to the design of new buildings and public spaces.”
Graphic Environments
“We know that what forms a modern, three-dimensional brand goes much further than just a
company logo. It’s about the immersive experience that their customers have. ”
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AIDEA
Located Austin, Texas, 2011

TECHNOLOGY
Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Services - VDC enables everyone involved in a
project to simulate their work in a 3D virtual environment, where plans are tested and
potential design clashes are resolved before any actual construction or fabrication is done.

Automation and Customization

Aidea maximizes the use of digital technologies through data optimization to improve
quality, boost productivity, streamline project milestones and increase cost savings all
throughout the building lifecycle.

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AIDEA WORK
Ayala North Exchange
Adaptive/Expansive Housing
is a human community-powered
system that is designed to
accommodate a range of
cohabitation scenarios, as well
as fostering genuine
relationships between housed
and unhoused, high- and low-
income residents, owners and
renters.

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BUENSALIDO ARCHITECTS
Makati City, 2006

Buensalido Architects is an architectural, interior, and urban design laboratory solely committed to
creating original, avant-garde, innovative, and progressive solutions.
THE FIRM’S PHILOSOPHY
Our philosophy is inspired by the “random responses” of life. Life is filled with an endless array of
disparate events and elements, and we perpetually try to make sense of it by piecing everything
together.

How we are able to combine these elements determines the significance and fulfillment of one’s life.
Only then will we perceive and appreciate the juxtaposition of different elements.

The same theory is applied to our designs, through unique and unusual design compositions;
“random responses” to specific contexts become a design strategy.

Balance between the different components is achieved to form a coherent whole, one that marries
intelligence and imagination.

This design nature creates an exciting, vibrant, and forward-looking aesthetic. With our distinct
creativity and vigor in all of its endeavors, we hope to uplift the current state of design in the
country.

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BUENSALIDO ARCHITECTS
Makati City, 2006

THE FIRM’S SERVICES

Architecture Master Planning
Interiors / Interior Architecture Site Development Planning
Urban Design Space Planning
B.E.R.D.E. Certification Consultancy

Jason Buensalido
Principal Architect

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BUENSALIDO
ARCHITECTS
WORK
MMDA COMPLEX
COMPETITION
For this daunting mission to
be achieved a long process of
planning, communication,
collaboration, and cooperation
between countless
municipalities and agencies
(both public and private) has to
be done; and the process of
weaving comes to mind.

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DSFN ARCHITECTS
Makati City, 1992

Even before any preliminary designs are presented, a dozen or so design parameters are
already considered to to ensure success. From cost analysis and feasibility study to zoning
laws and height requirements, all these are already factored in by the time the architectural
design is integrated with the structural, mechanical, electrical, sanitary, and other
disciplines. Equally at home with the macrovision of each project is DSFN Architect’s
careful attention to interior and exterior details.

THE FIRM’S PHILOSOPHY

“Technology-led design solutions can make practical magical.”
THE FIRM’S VISION
At DSFN Architects, we strive to be pioneers in designing practical and sustainable
solutions that go above and beyond standard structural experiences. To operate through
creativity and collaboration while providing sustainable designs and committing to each
client’s circumstances.

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DSFN
ARCHITECTS
WORK
DSFN SAMPLE INTERIOR
DESIGN

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FULGAR ARCHITECTS
Mandaluyong City

THE FIRM’S VISION

Each architect in the Philippines adopted the functional boxed mentality during the THE FIRM’S PARTNERS &
postmodern era. That is to say, we find this approach quite limiting. Architecture for us now CLIENTS
is about breaking old thinking and creating a more meaningful future. We want to secure
Megaworld
aspirations that can grow and bridge for the next generations. And with such, we explore
new forms with data and technologies. Therefore, we place value on the future with meta- Meinhardt
modern design principles.
New Nordic
THE FIRM’S PHILOSOPHY
H Resort
Metamodernism is a philosophical movement that critiques modernism and postmodernism P.J. Lhullier
through a new lens. It’s an architectural doctrine that focuses on the innovations, self-
consciousness, and the paradoxes of applications in a technologically advanced society. The ARUP
confidence in one’s architect and the mutual opportunities to embrace uniqueness is the
cornerstone of our legacies.
THE FIRM’S AGENDA
Relationship
BIM/Parametric Technology
Collaborations
Uniqueness
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FULGAR
ARCHITECTS
WORK
The Millenium City
The firm’s Concept

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HEIM INTERIORS
Cubao X, 2009

Heima began as a humble, lifestyle store—rather, a collection of quirky design jam-packed

into a 24-square-meter rented space at Cubao X.

THE FIRM’S GOALS

In the past and early part of our firm, we have relied on our Design Made Happy goal in
every project, our name was changed with the desire to further bring delight to our clients.
“We saw great design as a reason to celebrate all types of personalities, hence our name
Hurray! We look forward to celebrating with you, as our client. We Design for you and
Design With Delight.”
THE FIRM’S CORE VALUES
THE FIRM’S CORE
Grit SERVICES
Innovation Interior Design
Professional Architectural Design
Empathy
Proactive

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FULGAR
ARCHITECTS
WORK
The Gentleman’s Den
A classic contemporary take
on a bachelor pad that exudes
confidence, passion, and
elegance. The space is defined
by the balance created by
archetype patterns and modern
silhouettes blended together to
create dark and sultry, yet
homey interiors.

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