HR02029: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR FILIPINO ARCHITECTS AND DESIGNERS SHORTLISTED FOR THE WORLD ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL 2021 AND THE WORLD FESTIVAL OF INTERIORS 2021 AND CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS OF WAFX 2021
This resolution expresses full support for Filipino architects and designers who were shortlisted for the World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2021 and the World Festival of Interiors (INSIDE) 2021, and congratulates the early winners of the WAFX 2021 Awards. Filipino projects shortlisted for WAF's Completed Buildings include "Memory Hall" by Alero Design Studio, New Clark City Athletics Stadium by BUDJI+ROYAL Architecture+Design, "Interweave Building" by Buensalido Architects, and "Emergency Quarantine Facility" by WTA Architecture and Design Studio. Future Projects shortlisted include "Freedom Memorial Museum" by Buensalido Architects, "Cagbalete Sand Clusters" by Carlo Calma Consultancy, Inc., "Horizon Manila" by WTA Architecture and Design Studio, and "Farms for Feasts" by Habulan and Ngo Design Studio (HANDS). "La Cabaña de Resureccion" by Jorge Yulo Architects & Associates was shortlisted for INSIDE's residential interiors. Notably, "Horizon Manila" and "Cagbalete Sand Clusters" also received WAFX Special Awards for the Water and Food Categories, respectively.
This resolution significantly impacts the Filipino people by recognizing the exceptional creative talent and dedication to excellence of Filipino professionals in architecture and interior design on a global stage. It underscores the fundamental role of these professions in nation-building, urban development, and improving the quality of civic life. By celebrating these achievements, the resolution fosters national pride and inspires future generations of Filipino architects and designers, affirming their crucial contributions to both local and international progress and innovation, particularly in addressing contemporary challenges like pandemics, climate change, and social equity.