MARVALLEY BOARD OF OFFICERS 7TH MEETING AND XMAS PARTY

The UAP Marikina Valley 7th Board Meeting and Christmas Party for Board of Officers last Dec. 19, 2016 in Truck Park, 8 Gil Fernando Street, Marikina City. Attendees were Ar. Philip John S. Padilla, Ar. Grace Ann R. Tamesis, Ar. Lleda T. Daquiuag, Ar. Jernel B. Bagares, Ar. Ranier L. Biglang Awa, Ar. Leo B. Carlos, Ar. Jasmin P, Lee, Ar. Rodelo A. Vargas, Ar. Anthony Rivera, Ar. Ranelle T. Dela Paz, Ar. Paul D. Lamagna, Ar. Roger M. Victorino, Ar. Carol C. Victorino, Ar. Franklin Bautista and Ar. Cristina L. Bautista. Exchange Gift, Small Raffle, Food, Exchange of stories and jokes, and small meeting are some of the bonding moments during this meeting and party.

MARVALLEY 6th BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

The UAP Marikina Valley held the 6th Board of Directors Meeting last Nov. 23, 2016 at Kainan sa Bahay Bahayan, Masinag, Sumulong Highway, Antipolo City.Attendees were Ar. Philip John S. Padilla, Ar. Grace Anne R. Tamesis, Ar. Jernel B. Bagares, Ar. Ranelle T. Dela Paz, Ar.Anthony M. Rivera, Ar. Virgilio M. Balderosa, Ar. Maria Cristina . L. Bautista, Ar. Franklin E. Bautista, Ar. Roger M. Victorino, Ar. Carol C. Victorino, Ar. Leo B. Carlos, Ar Maria Rizza C. Bartolome, Ar. Raymond B. Munarand Ar. Valentine B. Borilla. Main activity for the meeting was the final judging of Design a Better World ; Economic Housing design competition entries with two James Hardie representative: Account Manager Maricar Orcino and Technical and Product Development Manager Net Saysay which will be displayed on National Architecture Week at Marikina City Hall Lobby and finalization of Marikina Valley Chapter Christmas Party. Other topics include NAW architectural clinic and exhibit display on Dec. 4 - 9, 2016 at Marikina City Hall lobby

MARVALLEY 5th BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

The UAP Marikina Valley held the 5th Board of Directors Meeting last Nov. 16, 2016 at Shakey’s Marcos Highway. Attendees were Ar. Philip John S. Padilla, Ar. Grace Anne R. Tamesis, Ar. Loreta C. Villame, Ar. Jernel B. Bagares, Ar. Ranier L. Biglang-Awa, Ar. Jasmin P. Lee, Ar. Rodeo A. Vargas, and Ar.Leo B. Carlos.Discussed topics are the Christmas Party with family and the presence of Santa Claus on Dec. 9, 2016 in Blue Wave Pavilion Activity Center, Marikina City. Design Competition Exhibit on December 4 – 9, 2016 (Opening Ceremonies on December 4, 2016 and Awarding will be on Dec. 9, 2016) and Architectural Clinic on December 8 – 9, 2016 at the Marikina City Hall Lobby. Also discussed during the meeting is the upcoming Outreach Program and evaluation of submitted design competition boards

MARVALLEY DONATES FOR TYPHOON LAWIN VICTIMS TO RED CROSS MARIKINA

The UAP Marikina Valley Chapter donates to Marikina Red Cross for typhoon Lawin victims last Nov. 12, 2016 in Red Cross Office, Marikina City.

Attended by Ar. Philip John S. Padilla, Ar. Grace Anne R. Tamesis, Ar. Paul Mari D. Lamagna. It was handed in to Marikina Red Cross donations from members of assorted canned goods, instant noodles, bottled water, biscuits, laundry and bath soap, shampoo and used clothes.  

Also adopting 6 kids for insurance medical expenses.

We discuss future projects with them including seminars and blood donation.

MARVALLEY JOINS DISTRICT A5 RIZAL HERITAGE TOUR

The UAP Marikina Valley joins District A5 for Rizal Heritage Tour as part of celebrating National Architecture Week with the team KOLABORASYON - Our Past defines our Future towards Professional Excellence”.  Other UAP chapter present in the tour are, San Juan Pinaglabanan, Pasig, Taytay, and Greenhills.   Part of the our was a visit to the following places – Church of Morong, Church of Baras, Church of Tanay, and Church of Boso-Boso with the beautiful landscape and view Sierra Madre can offer last November 7, 2016.

The group had lunch and meeting over Paseo Rizal.  Items discussed during the meeting are future projects for the districts including plans for a sports fest and District A5 Assembly.  Other topics are updates on each chapters projects including Christmas parties.  The group also visited a nearby resort and events place for a possible venue for future projects of the district.

MEETING WITH MARIKINA VICE MAYOR FOR MEDICAL MISSION

The UAP Marikina Valley Chapter visits last Oct. 26, 2016 the Office of Doc. Joel V. Relleve, Project Medical Director from the Office of Vice Mayor Jose Fabian Cadiz.

Attendees were Ar. Grace Anne R. Tamesis, Ar. Loreta C. Villame, Ar. Virgilio M. Balderosa and Ms. Esperanza S. Reyes UAP Marvalley Chapter Secretariat.

Handed in the cash donations and topics discussed are the forthcoming preparation for the Medical and Dental Mission on Nov. 12, 2016 at 8AM – 12PM in Barangay Hall, Barangay Fortune, Marikina City and other list of projects will be provided to Marvalley which can be of help to the Marikina City.

MARVALLEY 4TH BOARD OF OFFICERS MEETING 2016

The UAP Marikina Valley Chapter holds the 4th Board of Directors Meeting last Oct. 21, 2016 at 7PM in Figaro, Sta Lucia Mall, Cainta, Rizal. . Attendees were Ar. Philip John S. Padilla, Ar. Grace Anne R. Tamesis, Ar. Loreta C. Villame, Ar. Lleda T. Daquiuag, Ar. Jernel B. Bagares, Ar. Ranier L. Biglang-Awa, Ar. Ranelle T. Dela Paz, Ar. Cezar R. Dizon, Ar. Virgilio M. Balderosa, Ar. :Leo B. Carlo, Ar. Ma. Rizza C. Bartolome, Ar. Raymond B. Munar and Ar. Valentin B. Borilla. Topics discussed were the following : 4th GMM on Nov. 7, 2016 with the Halloween theme; joint Medical and Dental Mission with the Office of Vice Mayor Cadiz of Marikina City; request letter of projects from Mayor Marcy Teodoro;NAW celebration (architectural clinic, design competition exhibit, Christmas party at Marikina City Hall Lobby; Christmas Party which is scheduled on Dec. 10 and Gift giving/Outreach Program on Dec. 17, 2016. Other topics also discussed were the Family Affairs 2017 with Badminton and Bowling event. Family Summer Outing venue.

UAP MARIKINA VALLEY CHAPTER AT THE 2016 JOINT AREA ASSEMBLY - X-STREAM: ARCHITECTS IN ACTION

This year the UAP Marikina Valley was represented by fourteen members composed of some officers, board members, and Conex 2017 organizing committee members. We all decided to go a day ahead of the scheduled conference so that we could tour the city and rest before the October 14-15 meeting.

We arrived 15 minutes earlier from our estimated time of arrival. I was surprised to see a very progressive and clean city. On our first night we stayed at the Riverside Inn which was reserved for us by the Boysen Visayas – Mindanao group. As soon as we dropped our luggage at the Inn, we went out to explore the town by going to certain famous landmarks like the Molo church, the Jaro Cathedral and the Camiña Balai na Bato. This last site that we went to is an Ancestral home which was turned into a restaurant and at the same time, a museum of furniture and artifacts of the Hispanic era.

As part of our tour, we were served chocolate ‘Tablea’ drink and biscocho bread.  In the evening, we were treated by the Boysen group to a sumptuous dinner of seafoods like ‘talaba’, squid and other fish food delicacies at a sensible restaurant.

MARVALLEY JOINS THE 3rd STEELTECH PLAYBALL SPORTS INVITATIONAL

The UAP Marvalley Chapter joins the Steeltech Playball Sports Invitational last October 1 at 7AM in Village Sports cor.El Grande, BF Homes Paranaque City with delegates for Basketball, Billiards, Bowling, Badminton and Table Tennis.

Attendees competed for Basketball event are Ar. Philip John S. Padilla, Ar. Leo B. Carlos, Ar. Ranelle T. Dela Paz, Ar. Jullian Rico DL.Perez and Ar. Anthony M. Rivera.  Billiards are Ar. Jernel B. Bagares, Ar. Allain V. Josef while in Bowling is Ar. Virgilio M. Balderosa.

SO RETRO JOKES (HAHAHAH!!!)

MARVALLEY 3rd BOARD MEETING 2016

The UAP Marikina Valley Chapter held their 3rd Board of Officers meeting last Sept. 21, 2016 at 7PM in Figaro , Sta Lucia Brick road, Cainta Rizal. Attendees were Chapter President, Ar. Philip John S. Padilla, Lleda T. Daquiuag, Jernel B. Bagares, Ranier L. Biglang-Awa, Leo B. Carlos, Jasmin Grace P. Lee, Paul M. D. Lamagna, Anthony M. Rivera, Rodelo A. Vargas and Virgilio M. Balderosa. Topics discussed was the Chapter’s celebration of World Architecture Day on October 3, 2016 which will include 3rd General Membership Meeting, Induction of 31 new Members and launch of Design Competition titled Design a Better World – Economic Housing. Also for WAD 2016 is in support for Arch. Abello being one of the honorees in the College of Fellows Balik Tanaw and Area A5 celebration of WAD in Madaluyong City Hall. Other topics discussed was the Joint Area Assembly in Iloilo, Steeltech Playball Invitational and many more.

STRUCTURAL RETROFITTING

Earthquakes do not kill but its effects to the buildings and surroundings which kill. Nearly 5,000 earthquakes occur every year, about 1,000 are felt. Minor earthquakes occur nearly constantly around the world in places like California and Alaska in the United States, as well as in Mexico, Guatemala, Chile, Peru, Indonesia, Iran, China, Pakistan, Portugal, Turkey, New Zealand, Greece, Italy, India and Japan, but earthquakes can occur almost anywhere. The energy released on earth’s surface only by the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami was estimated at 26 megatons of TNT (Trinitrotoluene). This energy is equivalent to over 1500 times that of the Hiroshima atomic bomb, but less than that of Tsar Bomba, the largest nuclear weapon ever detonated.

INTRODUCTION

Earthquake creates great devastation in terms of life, money, and failures of structures. We know that earthquake is an important field of study for a long time. Seismic or Structural Retrofitting is a collection of mitigation technique for    Earthquake Engineering. It is utmost importance are for historic monuments, areas prone to severe earthquake and tall or expensive structures. The performance objectives when conducting structural retrofitting are public safety, structure survivability, and structure functionality.

FILIPINO ARCHITECTS IN THE 70's

Leandro Locsin

Leandro Locsin (1928-1994) was in some ways a quintessential Renaissance man. A brilliant architect, interior designer, artist and classically trained pianist, Locsin was also a keen art collector, amassing a sizable collection of fine Chinese art and ceramics during his lifetime. It is for his buildings, however, that he is remembered. From airport terminals to memorial chapels, arts centers to stock exchange structures, Locsin left his mark on the urban landscape of the Philippines.

Locsin was determined to reconfigure western architectural mores for a Filipino audience. His most substantial contribution to Filipino architecture is the Cultural Center of the Philippines, a collection of five buildings that demonstrate the architect’s drive to find a vernacular form of modernist architecture. The National Theatre building within the complex is a good example of Locsin’s trademark style. Known as ‘floating volume’. It consists of a two-floor-high block of travertine marble cantilevered 12 feet into the air. The theatre harks back to traditional Filipino dwelling huts, but on a monumentally modern scale.

Despite the wide range of buildings Locsin created, all of them have one thing in common: concrete. His ability to make this most monolithic of materials appear weightless, and to elegantly combine Western brutalism with vernacular elements, led Locsin’s peers to dub him the ‘poet of space.

Ildefonso P. Santos

The father of Philippine landscape architecture, Ildefonso Paez Santos, or IP Santos as he was known, created some of the best-loved urban spaces in the Philippines. Landscape architecture, which deals with parks, plazas and green spaces, was a little-considered element of urban planning in the first half of the 20th century. However, Santos changed that, carrying out pioneering work that, after four decades in the profession, led him to become National Artist for Architecture in 2006.

One of his earliest successful projects was the Makati Commercial Center, an outdoor shopping mall in which the shop fronts and walkways were interspersed with garden trails, fountains and public artworks. This led him to be commissioned to revitalize Manila’s Paco Park, the work for which he is perhaps best remembered. A former Spanish cemetery and Japanese ammunitions store, the park was transformed into a national park in 1966. Between 1967-1969, Santos revived the park’s grounds, incorporating the original park structures, including memorial sites and fortification walls, into a space for urban recreation.

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE MARVALLEY CHAPTER 31ST ANIVERSARY

Welcome to UAP Marikina Valley Chapter’s 31st Anniversary celebration.

It has been thirty one years and Marikina Valley Chapter is again celebrating its anniversary.  So many things have transpired along our chapter’s proud history that our anniversary tends to be both a celebration and RETROspect.   Celebration, as we have achieved a tremendous amount of success over the past years as a result of its amazing and dedicated leaders and members.  Let us pay tribute to our past presidents who paved the way for us to become one of the most accomplished chapters of the UAP.  RETROspect, as we contemplate of our accomplishments and failure so as we can decide what happened in the past and learn from it as guide us to our future endeavors for a more better and stronger Marvalley.  As Richard Carlson said, "Reflection is one of the most underused yet powerful tools for success.”

So as Marikina Valley was built on a strong foundation, let us continue and commit to strive to the betterment of the chapter and continue the significant achievements that every member of this organization should be proud of, we want you to be part of it.. every step of it.

Lastly, in behalf of the FY2016-2017 Marikina Valley Board of Officers and all the members, I would like to thank our friends in the industry and partner organizations who helped us and contributed to our success in bringing social civic projects and public service through the years.  

Arch. Philip John S. Padilla, UAP

Chapter President – FY 2016-2017

IMPORTANT MESSAGES FOR 31ST CHAPTER ANNIVERSARY

 

It is my pleasure to express my greetings and best wishes to the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) Marikina Valley Chapter on the occasion of its 31st Chapter anniversary celebration.

Architecture plays an important role in society.  People feel happy, they feel at home, they feel a sense of purpose and accomplishment and at ease with the environment because there is architecture involved.  Truly it is a powerful expression of how society sees itself and how it views the environment.

I look forward to meaningful collaboration with UAP – Marikina Valley Chapter in the years to come.  Be assured of my commitment to promoting architectural excellence as we pursue the redevelopment of our city.

Mabuhay po kayo!

MARCELINO R. TEODORO

Marikina City Mayor

The role that UAP Marikina Valley Chapter has played as change agent is now widely acknowledged. As your chapter celebrates its 31st anniversary, I challenge you to continue designing and building humanistic environments that would revitalize our city its neighborhoods by creating economically and ecologically sustainable communities.

Hence, I heartily invite you to initiate new collaboration and develop friendships with the new administration. I urge you to continue to be an ally of the City Government and work for our common goal, purpose and vision of pushing further development programs in order to make life in the City more decent and respectable.

Finally, let me extend my heartfelt congratulations to all of you and I am confident that with UAP Marikina Valley Chapter as partner, the Marikeños will be able to improve further their lot in life.

                     

JOSE FABIAN I. CADIZ, M.D.

Marikina City Vice Mayor

4th SPECIAL BOARD FOR ANNIVERSARY MEETING

The Marvalley Board of Officers held the 4th Final Special Board Meeting last Sept. 7, 2016 in Don Henricos Sta. Lucia Brick Road, Cainta for the final stage of preparation and committee updates for the UAP Marvalley anniversary celebration on Sept. 17, 2016. Attendees were Chapter Pres. Arch. Philip John S. Padilla, Arch. Grace R. Tamesis, Arch. Loreta C. Villame, Arch. Lleda T. Daquiuag, Arch. Jernel B. Bagares, Arch. Anthony M. Rivera, Arch. Ranelle T. Dela Paz, Arch. Leo B. Carlos, Arch. Jasmine G.race P. Lee, Arch. Cezar R. Dizon Jr., Arch. Rodel A. Vargas, Arch. Virgilio M. Balderosa, Arch. Roger M. Victorino and Arch. Carol C. Victorino.

3rd SPECIAL BOARD FOR ANNIVERSARY MEETING

The Marvalley Board of Officers held a 3rdSpecial Board Meeting last August 20, 2016 for Committee updates for the UAP Marvalley Anniversary celebration on Sept. 17, 2016.at Ar. Loreta C. Villame‘s place in 59 Macapagal St. Vista Valley Phase 4, Sto. Nino, Marikina City. Attendees were Chapter Pres. Arch. Philip John S. Padilla, Arch. Grace R. Tamesis, Arch. Loreta C. Villame, Arch. Lleda T. Daquiuag, Arch. Rainer L. Biglang-awa, Arch. Ranelle T. Dela Paz, Arch. Leo B. Carlos, Arch. Cezar R. Dizon, Jr., Arch. Jernel B. Bagares, Arch. Rodel A. Vargas, Arch. Virgilio M. Balderosa, Arch. Ma. Cristina L. Bautista and Arch. Carol C. Victorino. Also in the meeting are representatives from the events center.

BOOK DONATION PROJECT

The Marvalley Board of Officers held a Book Donation Project last August 20, 2016 at Marikina City Library spearheaded Ar. Marilyn A. Corral as Project Committee Chairman.  The Chapter continuously helps the Marikina City Library by donating books and other references gathered from our members.  There were 829 total number of books and magazines donated.

UAP DISTRICT A5 TURNOVER CEREMONIES AND JOINT INDUCTION OF CHAPTER OFFICERS FY 206-2017

The UAP Regional District A5 is one of the regional district organizations that are the second largest of the twenty regional districts in United Architects of the Philippines with over 2000 members.

On August 18, 2016, at the historical venue of Club Filipino, Greenhills in San Juan, UAP RD-A5 held its Turnover Ceremonies and Joint Induction of Chapter Officers. The momentous event was attended by UAP National Officials as well as the Officers of RD-A5 Member Chapters of Rizal - Taytay, Pasig City, Marikina Valley, San Juan – Mandaluyong, Greenhills, Rizal East, Rizal – Kalayaan 100, Rizal – Cainta 101, San Juan – Pinaglabanan, Southern California, California 116, sponsors and guests.

Ar. Janice S. Rodriguez; UAP RD – A5 Council Treasurer   delivered her welcome remarks upon the opening of the ceremonies, followed by the acknowledgment of guests by UAP RD-A5 Council Secretary Karen T. Yong, while the Ar. Catherine S. Garcia; UAP RD-A5 Council Auditor formally introduced the Honourable Guest Speaker Ar. Yolanda David – Reyes; the Commissioner of the Philippine Professional Regulation Commission.

2nd SPECIAL BOARD FOR ANNIVERSARY MEETING

The Marvalley Board of Officers held a 2nd Special Board Meeting last August 12, 2016 at 7:00 pm in Aristocrat, Marcos Highway.  Attendees were Chapter Pres. Arch. Philip John S. Padilla, Grace Anne R. Tamesis, Loreta C. Villame, Lleda T. Daquiuag, Jernel B. Bagares, Cezar R. Dizon, Jr., Rodelo A. Vargas,  Ranelle T. Dela Paz, Virgilio M. Balderosa, Frank E. Bautista, Ma. Cristina L. Bautista, Roger M. Victorino and Carol C. Victorino. The agenda taken up were the 31st Chapter Anniversary updates of each committee, preparation and the finality of the venue for September 17, 2016.

SPECIAL BOARD FOR ANNIVERSARY MEETING

The Marvalley Board of Officers held a Special Board Meeting last August 5, 2016 at 7:00 pm in Dual Delights, 23B A. De Guzman Street, Marikina City.  Attendees were Chapter Pres. Arch. Philip John S. Padilla, Grace Anne R. Tamesis, Lleda T. Daquiuag,  Jernel B. Bagares, Ranier L. Biglang-Awa, Cezar R. Dizon, Jr,  Anthony M. Rivera, Rodelo A. Vargas, Paul Mari D. Lamagna, Frank Bautista, Ma. Cristina L. Bautista, Roger M. Victorino, Carol C. Victorino. The agenda taken up were the 31st Chapter Anniversary which is scheduled on September 17, 2016 at 7:00 pm.

2nd GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

The United Architects of the Philippines Marvalley Chapter held last August 1, 2016 its 2nd General Membership Meeting (GMM) @ Cafe Lidia Restaurant, San Roque, Marikina City.

Started with an invocation prayer by Ar. Grace Tamesis, the meeting was formally called to order. After the two (3) sponsors (Emerald, Jackbilt Industries, and Queensway Builders Inc.) have presented their quality products, and one (1) guest speaker Arch. Michaela Rosette M. Santos.  She is the AVP for Academe of the Philippine Green Building Initiative (PGIB), an organization of professional organizations.  She discussed the new Green Building Code, which includes a Philippine –based green building rating system known as GREEN or Geared for Resiliency and Energy Efficiency for the Environment, GREEN Accredited Design Professional and Accredited Assessor.  

Business proper for the architects immediately followed. Activities such is Joint Area Assembly, District A5 Joint Induction of Chapter New Officers, Courtesy Call with Marikina Mayor and Vice Mayor, Book Donation and other activities, programs, and events to be held within the next months  and encouraged each one of us to participate and support for the success of our Chapter. GO TEAM MARVALLEY!

COURTESY CALL WITH MARIKINA VICE MAYOR JOSE FABIAN I. CADIZ

The Marvalley Board of Officers visited the Vice Mayor’s office in the newly constructed Legislative Building of Marikina last 29 July 2016. The chapter pledged support for the projects of the Vice Mayor’s Office. During the discussion, the chapter programs for the fiscal year were presented, such as  The Annual Book Donation, Tree Planting, Medical Mission to name a few.

COURTESY CALL WITH MARIKINA MAYOR MARCELINO R.TEODORO

The UAP Marvalley Board of Officers visited Marikina City Mayor Marcelino R. Teodoro’s office at the Marikina City Hall last July 29, 2016.  The following items were discussed: 1. Comment on the On-going draft for the Comprehensive Land Use Plan of Marikina City to be coordinated with Chairman of Council – Councilor Donn Carlo B. Favis; 2. Seek council and endorsement for the approval of the Architecture Permit for Marikina City as part of the enforcement of the RA 9266 or the Architecture Act of 2004 in the city. During the discussion, the Mayor expressed support for the architecture act and pledged to sponsor an ordinance to reinforce the implementation of the said law.  Last year a draft was submitted to the City Ordinance Council.  Marikina Valley Chapter was advised to make new endorsement and submit through the Mayor’s Office; 3. The mayor encourage the Chapter to contribute to the aesthetic,  design, and planning of the whole Marikina City

2nd BOARD OF OFFICERS MEETING 2016

The UAP Marvalley Chapter 2nd Board Meeting held last July 22, 2016 at 7:00 pm in Lady Lynn Grlled and Seafood Restaurant, 76 Gil Fernando Street, Brgy. San Roque, Marikina City.  Agenda discussed was theDonation, and the coming Chapter 31 st Anniversary.

Attendees were Pres. Philip John S. Padilla, Grace Anne R. Tamesis, Lleda T. Daquiuag, Loreta Cruz Villame, Jernel B. Bagares, Ranier L. Biglang-Awa, Ranelle T. Dela Paz, Cezar R. Dizon Jr., Anthony M. Rivera, Virgilio M. Balderosa, Rodelo A. Vargas and Leo B. Carlos.

DESIGN IDEAS ; SPA-INSPIRED BATHROOMS

Inspirations are always the driving force to any great design. It springs life to any space. It gives someone an idea and inspires them to create. It provides a personality that users of that space acclimate and live into.

Spas transport you to another environment without having to go very far. A relaxing space away from the hassle and bustle of life, where you can tune out and have a few minutes or hours of peace. But what if you could have that kind of space in your own home? With a few key design elements, you can transform your bathroom into your very own relaxing spa. Here are the inspirations:

1. Remove The Clutter

Have you ever seen a messy spa? There’s a reason why you find them so relaxing: the lack of clutter does wonders to your brain which facilitates peace of mind. Remove the clutter from your bathroom and create an environment that looks and feels clean.

2. Add Personality

Echo the design of your favorite spas by using color in an interesting way. Choose earth colored tones to create a more relaxing and calming effect and are a lot easier to maintain than sterile, white tiles. Take a cue from the ocean and use sandy tones paired with aqua hues. Or take in the simple Zen lines and create interesting forms that renew the senses.

3. Quality Over Quantity

Invest in a good quality towels, bathmats and robes. It’ll make a difference right after you step out the shower and into a nice, fluffy towel.  

4. Small Upgrades

There is no need to change the entire of your bathroom. Instead, invest in a few small upgrades:  a better showerhead, ambient lighting, and a nicer, larger mirror.

5. Sensuous Details

Consider having scented candles, a bouquet of flowers, wooden stands or containers, and some lotions and perfumes. It’s the little things that makes the difference and can make the space more inviting.

6. Remove Labels

A bunch of half-empty shampoo and body wash bottles just adds to the visual clutter. Replace them with uniform containers, they fit well to space organizers and nicer to look at.

By: Arch. Jasmin Grace P. Lee  

MARVALLEY MOMENTS JUNE 6, 2016

BOARD OF OFFICERS FY 2016-2917

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE 1ST GMM 2016

Welcome to another year for MARVALLEY.  It has been five years since I joined this prestigious chapter, and working with the chapter has opened my eyes to a whole new dimension as it showed me how Marvalley CARES for the community it serves.  How its members act as ONE that always BUILDS a reputable image for the architectural profession.  How it WORKS and CONSTRUCTS bridges that unite all affiliated fields to complete great tasks.  The qualities that made the chapter EVOLVE as one of the leading professional organization under the United Architects of the Philippines.

It is no secret that everything around us changes rapidly, especially the immensely challenging world of Architecture. And our organization needs to rise to these challenges to sustain and enhance our commitment and contributions to the growth of our profession, both locally and internationally.  We can only do this if we work as a TEAM.  As the famous philosopher Vince Lombradi once said: “The achievements of an organization are the combined efforts of each individual.”  Thus, this year, we will go under the banner GO TEAM Marvalley:  Globally Oriented and Technically Equipped Architects for the new Millennium.

Right now, I am honored and pleased to assume the duties and responsibilities of the 27th President of Marikina Valley Chapter, a chapter with multiple awards and a Hall of Famer under the UAP. I’m looking forward to all the opportunities and challenges that come with being the Chapter President. I believe with the help of the general membership, the past presidents, our new Board of Officers, and the untiring support of our sponsors and partners in the industry, we are bound to accomplish great tasks.  As the old adage goes, “if you want to go fast, go alone. But if you want to go farther, go together.”

Cheers and best of luck to us all.  Together let us GO TEAM MARVALLEY.

Ar. Philip John Padilla 
Marikina Valley Chapter President FY 2016-2017