
Today's Architecture
& Beyond
May 30-31 & June 1, 2019
University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
Being in a global village gives us the experience as though there are no longer any definite boundaries. There is no monopoly on perception, knowledge and information. Architecture is not spared because of the advancement of science and technology. While we are focused on the present, we are also aware of the opportunities and challenges of the future. We design not only on the core of prevailing circumstances today but with calculated consideration for tomorrow. This can be likened to mobility that is limited to action instead of considering it as beyond movement. Mobility in knowledge is not just shared in reading books but also in actual practice. Since the practice of architecture is within the ambit of this phenomenon, it submitted that the best way to improve is to collaborate. Architects in the academe are still considered the bastion of knowledge, therefore, it must be utilized as a springboard towards the culture of collaboration.
The Speakers
STRAND A: PEDAGOGY
"Architects' Responses in Prevalent Issues, Emerging Educational
Systems and Borderless Practice"
Subtopics:
Emerging schools of thought and theories, Studio Culture, Accuracy of students' assessment activities
Asian versus Western architectural pedagogy, Community-oriented school projects and activities
Industry-Academe linkages, Technology and Pedagogy, Multi-disciplinary projects, Tracer studies and analyses, Best practices, Collaborative projects
STRAND B: ECOLOGY
"Architects' Practical Responses in Addressing Ecological Issues"
Subtopics:
Emerging trends, Biomorphism, Design Charettes/Processes, Regenerative Architecture
Community-led projects, Sustainable materials, Modular construction, Buildings for Deconstruction
Sustainable construction methods, Zero loop systems and approaches, Best practices,
Collaborative endeavors
STRAND C: DESIGN
“Shaping lives and communities - then, now and future”
Subtopics:
Parametric Design, Architecture and Allied Professionals, Architecture and Community Development
Best Practices, Architecture Criticism, Art and Architecture, Architecture and Allied Sciences
Design Processes, Collaborative Projects
STRAND D: TECHNOLOGY
"Issues and Trends in the Architectural Profession"
Subtopics:
Emerging technologies, Technology versus Human Intelligence, BIM
Design Process and Technology: issues , Design Process and Technology: opportunities
3D Printing, Value of Architecture Profession in the wake of ready-made designs
Best practices, Collaborative projects
INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION
“Engaging architects to be globally competitive”
Subtopics:
Post Graduate Programs for Architecture
Faculty and Student Mobility
International Best Practice Modelling

Schedule




Venue
University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
The University of Santo Tomas is a private university in Manila, Philippines which was founded in the year 1611 and is one of the world's largest Catholic universities in terms of enrollment found on one campus. It is more formally known by its complete title The Pontifical and Royal University of Santo Tomas, The Catholic University of the Philippines.
Among other several autonomous faculties, colleges, schools and institutes, it offers the BS Architecture Program under the 88-year old College of Architecture which was founded in 1930. The alumni of the College of Architecture include world-class architects, industry and government leaders, and 4 of the only 6 National Artists for Architecture in the country.
Scientific Committee
Chair
Jocelyn R. Lutap, M.S. Arch, DPA
Co-Chair
Maria Cynthia Y. Funk, MAdvArch
Member
Lorelie De Viana, M.S. Arch, PhD.
Member
Chona E. Ponce, M. Arch., PhD.
Member
Sylvester Shaun D. Seno, M. Arch.
Member
Gloria B. Teodoro, M.A. URP
Advisers
Jonathan V. Manalad, M.Arch., PhD.
Norma I. Alarcon, M.S. Arch., PhD
*Committee members from abroad to be announced
Important Dates
Start of Registration for conference delegates. Please follow this link: Registration Page
January 15, 2019
Start of Submission of Abstracts for interested research presenters. Please follow this link: Submission Link
January 15, 2019
Deadline of Submission of Abstracts
March 15, 2019
Announcement of Accepted Research Abstracts
March 16, 2019
Conference Proper
May 30, 2019 -
June 1, 2019
Publication
Selected accepted papers will be published in the UAP Journal with ISSN 2094-5140
Organizer
This Conference is organized by the UAP Commission on Education in cooperation with:
Commission on Higher Education
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Professional Regulation Commission
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PRC Board of Architecture
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ARCASIA
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University of Santo Tomas College of Architecture
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Council of Deans and Heads of Architecture Schools in the Philippines (CODHASP)