Fire prevention as a design principle

March is Fire Prevention Month in the Philippines, a tradition observed since 1966. It also marks the start of the long summer season, when rising temperatures and heavier energy demand heighten...

Supporting the DHSUD’s Eight-Point Agenda

This month marks the seventh anniversary of the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD), created through Republic Act No. 11201 in 2019. It is a milestone worth noting, not...

Italpinas at 17: Sustaining growth, advancing green architecture

This month marks the 17th anniversary of Italpinas Development Corporation (IDC). I invite you to join me in dedicating this column to our journey. When Atty. Jojo Leviste and I started in...

Designing for longevity in emerging cities

Good design doesn’t just happen. It requires discipline, courage, and a willingness to ask uncomfortable questions. Sometimes, it even requires saying “no” when shortcuts or compromises threaten the integrity of a...

Looking Ahead: Prosperity and Green Living in 2026

I was honored to be among the speakers at the recent Asian Forum on Enterprise for Society (AFES) 2025, hosted by my alma mater, the Asian Institute of Management (AIM), at...