history of uap

• What is the full name of the organization referred to as UAP?

  United Architects of the Philippines
• In what year was the United Architects of the Philippines founded?

  1975
• What does the UAP trace its genealogy back to?

  The Spanish era and various transformations of architectural practices
• What title could a Filipino aspire to during the Spanish era to practice architecture?

  Maestro de Obra
• What was the first school for Maestro de Obra founded by the Spanish government?

  Escuela Practica y Professional de Artes Oficios de Manila
• Who were the first Filipino graduates of the Maestro de Obra program?

  Julio Hernandez, Isidro Medina, Arcadio Arellano, and Juan Carreon
• Who is recognized as the first Filipino Architect?

  Felix Roxas y Arroyo
• What significant works did Felix Roxas y Arroyo create?

  Santo Domingo Church and Ayuntamiento de Manila
• In what year was the first organization of architects formed in the Philippines?

  1902
• What was the name of the first organization of architects formed in 1902?

  Academia de Arquitectura y Agremensura de Filipinas (AAAF)
• Who was the president of the first organization of architects in 1902?

  Guillermo Gardiner
• What significant change occurred to the organization in 1903?

  It was transformed into the Academia de Arquitectura, Ingenieria y Agremnsura de Filipinas (AIAAF)
• What was the first set of standards for professional practice promulgated by the AIAAF called?


  Tarifa de Honorios
• What law formalized the architectural profession in the Philippines in 1921?

  Philippine Assembly Act No. 2985
• Who was given the first architect license number in the Philippines?

  Tomas Mapua
• What significant transformation occurred in 1933 regarding the organization of architects?

  It became the Philippine Architects’ Society
• Who was the president of the Philippine Architects’ Society in 1933?

  Don Juan Nakpil
• What was the purpose of Bill Number 1850 drafted by the Society in 1938?

  To propose a separate statute for the practice of Architecture from that of Engineering
• What significant event occurred during the Society’s National Convention in 1941?

  A message from President Manuel L. Quezon was delivered
• What happened to the Philippine Architects Society after the Second World War?

  It reorganized and changed its name to the Philippine Institute of Architects and Planners (PIAP)
• What resolution did the PIA present to President Elpidio Quirino in 1948?


  Offering professional services for public works projects
• What was the outcome of the PIA's attempt to enter into an agreement with the Department of National Defense?


  The project was awarded to another group of architects and engineers
• What significant law was passed in 1949 regarding architects?

  Republic Act No. 544
• What was the first Gold Medal Award for a Filipino Architect awarded for?

  For the famous “Crystal Arcade”
• What significant event occurred during the 20th Annual Convention of PIA in 1953?


  President Quirino hosted a cocktail party for architects
• What recognition did Carlos da Silva receive in 1954?

  He was honored as an AIA Honorary Member
• When was the Philippine Institute of Architects officially admitted as the National Section of the Union Internationale Des Architects?

  January 23, 1957
• What was the purpose of the joint meetings between PIA and LPA in 1957?

  To reach an agreement on the Standard Schedule of Fees
• What organization was formed by architects employed in the government in 1958?

  Association of Philippine Government Architects (APGA)
• What was the Architects’ National Code approved in 1965?


  A code that included the Architects’ Services and Schedule of Fees
• What memorable event occurred in 1969 involving PIA, LPA, and APGA?


  A joint fellowship was held
• What sports activities were organized among the three architectural organizations in 1969?

  Bowling, basketball, and golf tournaments
• Who chaired the Ad-Hoc Committee during the 50th Anniversary of the Profession in 1971?

  Carmencita L. Rosales
• What are the key historical milestones in the establishment of the architectural profession in the Philippines?

  • 1902: First organization formed (AAAF)
  • 1921: Philippine Assembly Act No. 2985 formalizes the profession
  • 1933: Transformation to Philippine Architects’ Society
  • 1941: National Convention with presidential message
  • 1945: Reorganization as Philippine Institute of Architects (PIAP)
  • 1949: Republic Act No. 544 separates architects from engineers
  • 1957: Admission to Union Internationale Des Architects
  • 1965: Approval of Architects’ National Code
• What are the significant contributions of Felix Roxas y Arroyo to Philippine architecture?

  • First Filipino Architect
  • Designed Santo Domingo Church and Ayuntamiento de Manila
  • Practiced architecture after studying in London
  • Served as Municipal Architect of Manila
• What were the roles of key figures in the first organization of architects in 1902?

  • Guillermo Gardiner: President
  • Arcadio Arellano: Vice President
  • Jose Perez Siguereza: Secretary
  • Tomas Arguelles and Jose Paras: Directors
• What were the main objectives of the Philippine Institute of Architects (PIA) after its reorganization in 1945?


  • Offer professional services to the government
  • Assist in public works projects
  • Establish standards for architectural practice
  • Promote the interests of architects in the Philippines
• What were the main events and changes in the architectural profession during the 1940s?

  • 1941: National Convention with presidential message
  • 1945: Reorganization into PIAP
  • 1948: Resolution to assist government with public works
  • 1949: Separation of architects from engineers through Republic Act No. 544
• What were the challenges faced by the Philippine Institute of Architects (PIA) in the 1950s?

  • Competition with other architectural organizations
  • Need for standardization of fees and services
  • Establishing recognition and legitimacy in the profession
  • Bridging gaps among different architect groups
• What were the significant achievements of the Philippine Institute of Architects (PIA) in the 1960s?


  • Approval of Architects’ National Code
  • Joint fellowship with LPA and APGA
  • Formation of the Architect’s Bowling Club
  • Recognition by the American Institute of Architects