From the Archives: CDEP 1st Conference and 10th Anniversary Celebration

First posted on April 15, 2013, Edited in September 2024

CDEP celebrated a decade of design leadership with its 1st Conference and 10th Anniversary Party

On April 27, 2013, two significant events took place at the UP Ayala Land Techno-Hub Conference Room, Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon City. From 3:00 to 6:00 PM, CDEP hosted a conference and book launch, followed by an anniversary celebration from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. These events marked a major milestone in CDEP’s mission to advance architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, urban design, planning, and the engineering disciplines.

Conference: “Building Knowledge for the Filipino Design Professionals”

With the theme “Building Knowledge for the Filipino Design Professionals,” the conference highlighted the importance of research and collaboration across disciplines in the building industry. A series of paper presentations provided valuable insights, engaging participants in meaningful discussions and enhancing their understanding of the design professions.

The talks were strategically designed to address the growing responsibilities of Filipino designers, particularly in terms of their impact on the environment. The event culminated in a keynote address that focused on the current state of the design industry and how Filipino professionals could apply the insights gained during the conference to drive growth and innovation.

Paper Presentations

The conference featured the following expert-led presentations:

  • Inquiries of a Green-Minded Designer

Arch. Grace Edralin-Servino, Lecturer, University of Santo Tomas, and Landscape Design Consultant

  • Setting Up Your Office for Filipino Architects

Arch. Mar Lorence Ticao, Lecturer, Far Eastern University, and Freelance Writer

  • Legal and Technical Parameters for Architectural Design

Arch. Alvin Dimalanta, Freelance Architect and Lecturer, CDEP

  • Comparative Analysis of National Building and Development Laws in the Philippines

Arch. Marie Edraline Belga, Research Associate, UP College of Architecture, and Lecturer, CDEP

  • Building Construction for Interior Designers

Arch. John Ryan Santos, Hospital Designer and Lecturer, CDEP

  • Foundations of Architectural Thought

Prof. Emilio Ozaeta, College Secretary and Professor, UP Diliman College of Architecture

  • Housing and the Global Economy

Dr. Grace Ramos, Professor, UP Diliman College of Architecture, and Partner, CDEP

10th Anniversary Celebration

After the conference, the celebration of CDEP’s 10th anniversary commenced from 6:00 PM onwards. This milestone event provided an opportunity for attendees to network with fellow design professionals and commemorate CDEP’s decade-long contribution to the advancement of Filipino designers and engineers.

The event successfully celebrated ten years of fostering creativity, collaboration, and innovation in the design industry.

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