Feeding Program for the Less Fortunate Children

A maiden project of the NOVA CENTRAL CHAPTER and the first of its kind since its founding was the Feeding Program for the less fortunate kids in the depressed area of Novaliches last November 14, 2010 from 3pm-7pm. About 60 children from grass root level tagged as “poorest of the poor” families filled the venue, excluding the adults that helped us out to manage such crowd. Spaghetti. Barbecue and other food were served.

The project, though tiresome, was very rewarding. The presence of the UAP-NOVA CENTRAL CHAPTER in the area was obviously felt by the communities around. And because of its success, the chapter is planning to repeat this activity in the near future.

The activity was attended by the chapter members headed by Architect Jose B. Hipolito, the project proponent.

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Nova Central Chapter General Membership Meeting & Product Demonstration

As part of the Chapter’ s yearly activities, a General Membership Meeting was conducted on October 2, 2010, 6pm, at Luk Foo Restaurant, Commonwealth Avenue. It was successfully attended by the member Architects, guests, sponsors, and suppliers as well. Several important matters were discussed and tackled for the welfare of the chapter, and was further enhanced by various product presentations of the newest materials latest trends in construction.

Some of the issues and concerns that were brought out among others were in connection to the chapter’s enlargement of tent to the left and to the right, meaning not only about the quantity of members, but likewise, its quality. Other items discussed were the chapter’s involvement and exposure to civic and community affairs. There was a suggestion of indulging in projects that would be beneficial to the surrounding communities, thus, giving positive impact to society.

Some of the members present were Architects Jose Hipolito (Charter President), Donato Magcale (A-4 District Director), Raul Almendral (Chapter President), Ernie Bognalbal (Chapter Treasurer).


General Membership Meeting

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NBEX at F channel

Interview with F CHANNEL together with Negrense Chapter Pres. Arch. Rogelio Diaz, NBEX Director Arch. Roger Aguilar and District C-2 Director Arch. Gil V. Juesna Jr.

Grand Opening of Negros Build Exhibits (NBEX 10) at SM City, Bacolod.

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District A-4 Represented by the UAP Diliman Chapter at District A-3’s “Balangkasan”

The National Architecture Week was filled with activities that the different Districts of UAP organized. Seminars, various Ceremonies, Exhibits, and other events made up the week-long celebration. One of them was UAP District A-3’s “Balangkasan”, with the topic, “Ecologically Responsive Design Equates to Healthy Environment”, which was held at the Teatro Arkitekto, UAP Headquarters, Sct. Rallos, Quezon City, on December 9, 2010. This was open to the public, and UAP District A-4 was represented by the Diliman Chapter’s Officers, with Arch. Malu Gutierrez, Diliman Member and Chairman of UAP’s “Balangkasan” Committee, as Moderator, and one of the “Reactors”. The Speakers, who gave presentations on Green Building and Sustainability, were Arch. Liza M. Crespo, uap, AIA, LEED AP, Engr. Jaime T. Dungo, ECE, and Arch. Miguel C. Guerrero, fuap, APEC Architect, assoc. AIA. An Open Forum and Discussion followed shortly. The Healthy exchange between the Speakers, Reactors, and Audience members led to a resolution that awareness and full understanding of “Green” Principles would pave the way to the success of Green Building and Sustainability. Hopefully, the Representatives of the local Government would be pro-active as they’ve pledged.

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World Toilet Organization

The World Toilet Organization (WTO) will be launching a Fund Raising Campaign called “Sanitation is Love”

WTO hoped to raise $100,000 through this campaign from now till June 2011.

They have an online platform to raise funds and  for more information see the link below:

http://give.sg/org/worldtoilet/season

Help spread the words around and asking your friends or relatives to make a donation

through this website.

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Design Against The Elements (DaTE) Entries Exhibit

DAtE is a global architectural design competition seeking to mobilize solutions towards climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction for vulnerable countries like the Philippines. As a knowledge sharing platform, the project aims to draw together the most innovative minds the world has to offer in the fields of architecture, design, and urban planning to develop sustainable and disaster-resistant housing for communities in tropical urban settings.

The winning design will be built as a prototype disaster-resistant and livable eco-village in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines. This will be the first green and disaster-resistant low-income urban community in the country and the world which, we anticipate, will provide a model that can be studied and replicated in similar areas in the developing world.

The finished project will house a marginalized community living in an environmental danger zone, giving them a sense of security, ownership, and awareness of sustainability that can be practiced at all levels in their everyday lives.

Design criteria requirements include the following: Disaster Resiliency, Innovative Construction Technology, Socio-economic Sustainability, Sustainability of the Built Environment, Sustainability of the Community, Cost Effectiveness, and Adaptability to Other Sites.

Thirty-One countries (31) and hundreds of designs are now open for viewing at the Quezon City Hall, 14th floor from 8am to 5pm from the 13-17th of December 2010 to all interested students and alumni with thousands of new ideas that will surely leave a lasting impression.

More information on the competition’s details, including a 360° view of the competition lot that was used as the competition site, can be found at the website
http://www.designagainsttheelements.org

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CAMANAVA HILAGA CHAPTER GRACED IN THE OPENING EXHIBIT OF NAW ’10

The UAP CAMANAVA HILAGA Chapter graced the occasion of the Opening Architect’s Exhibit at Interior Zone, SM City North Edsa last December 5, 2010 in celebration of the National Architecture Week. In photos, Chapter President Arch. Mohammadsarfraz A. Uttoh, SM Mall Manager Arch. Renee Bacani, Arch. Beth Regala, Arch. Arsenio Pascual, UAP National President Arch. Ramon S. Mendoza, Area A VP Arch. Richard Garcia and A3 District Director Alfred Carandang.

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5TH UAP CAMANAVA HILAGA CHAPTER GOLF TOURNAMENT

The UAP CAMANAVA HILAGA Chapter held their annual golf tournament at Capitol Hills Golf and Country Club last December 2, 2010. This was a fund raising event intended for the Construction of the UAP Iskul Takubets. Major Sponsor by Davies Paint. It was attended by various architects and sponsors who were golf enthusiasts. Chapter President Arch. Mohammadsarfraz Uttoh presented a powerpoint showing the updates on the UAP Iskul Takubets. He also thanked the sponsors and golf players for gracing and supporting the event.

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CAMANAVA HILAGA CHAPTER SUPPORTS LA SOLIDARIDAD’S 6TH CHAPTER GOLF TOUR

The UAP CAMANAVA HILAGA Chapter Members led by it’s Chapter President Mohammadsarfraz Uttoh and Arch. Jojito Ubina participated in the 6th Chapter Golf Tour of La Solidaridad held last December 3 at Intramuros Golf Course. Awarding was done at The Peter Lee Chinese Restaurant, Mabini St. Manila in line with the group’s Christmas Party. In photos, Arch. Mark Soriquez and Arch. Dick Balagtas.

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28th CAMANAVA HILAGA CHAPTER FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY

The UAP CAMANAVA HILAGA Chapter celebrated it’s founding anniversary last November 24, 2010 at Luk Foo Chinese Restaurant, Samson Road, Monumento, Caloocan City. It was attended by 50 members. Welcome Remarks given by Chapter President Arch. Mohammadsarfraz A. Uttoh. He reminded the chapter members to be more proactive and to uphold a high standard in their field of expertise because the chapter has been an inspiration to other sectors by promoting the deeper sense of professionalism. There was a product presentation by Shera Board Philippines. Major Sponsor by Boysen Paints, they gave major and minor prizes. Koten Philippines also graced the occasion. A4 District Director Arch. Donato Magcale gave the inspirational message. Also present is the New Manila Chapter President Peng Caidic.

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