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