United Architects of the Philippines
It is with great honor and privilege that I extend my warmest gratitude
to the delegates, exhibitors, speakers and guests of the PRC’s four (4) times
Most Outstanding Professional Organization in the Philippines – the United
Architects of the Philippines, as we undertake the 38th National Convention
of Architects and Convention Exhibits at the SMX Convention Center from
April 18-21, 2012.
The theme of this year’s convention - “Landmarks, Leadership, &
Legacy” with subthemes on Architectural Milestones (Landmarks), Pioneering
Professionals (Leadership), and Monumental Achievements (Legacy) of
architects, designers, and planners - is indeed very timely as we ponder on our
accomplishments and re-evaluate what we have to do next to showcase the
value of the architectural profession. This comes amidst the setbacks in the
practice posed by other professionals who tries to undermine the importance
of the role architects play in the building industry.
This year’s convention will be a very memorable one, as we also host
for the very first time the 119th UIA COUNCIL SESSION to be attended by
more than 60 foreign delegates from different countries who are all officers
of the International Union of Architects (UIA), an international organization of
architects with 130 country members throughout the world. Simultaneously,
we will also hold the 2nd International Lighting Association of the World
(ILAW) Conference to be attended by foreign and local lighting designers
anchored on its prime objective in promoting optimum and intelligent lighting
design practices towards a more energy efficient and sustainable lighting
design environment
Let me extend my congratulations to the Organizing Committee for
choosing a very relevant theme. The landmark events that will happen will be
a legacy of the leadership of this administration. I am very much sure that this
year’s meeting of architects will definitely bring fruitful ideas and memorable
events which participants will treasure through the years. Indeed, it will be a
very successful event once again for this organization.
Mabuhay ang Bagong UAP!
Mabuhay ang Makabagong Arkitektong Filipino!
Rey S. Gabitan, UAP
Secretary General
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