Via GRAPHIC PLUS | BACOLOD CITY, Philippines – The organization that built and shaped Filipino Architects celebrates its 51st Founding Anniversary on March 27, 2026. Being the prime movers of progress, the UAP along with other Chapters both locally and internationally continues to uphold its excellence towards professional growth, community service, and innovation.
In line with the celebration, the UAP Negrense Chapter hosted this year’s Negros Building and Construction Exposition at Ayala Malls Capitol, led by Chapter President Ar. Julius Rasmo, NBEX Director, Ar. Ceazar Ken Panisales, District C2 Director Ar. Ryan Gela, Area C Vice President, Ar. Gil Juesna Jr, FUAP and UAP National Auditor Ar. Ramon Teruel. The event brought together various suppliers of construction tools and materials, showcasing their latest products and services.
The event was graced by the presence of Bacolod City Vice Mayor, Hon. Kalaw Puentevella, guest speaker REB National Chairman, CRB Rouel Abuena and three UAP Chapters in Visayas: UAP Bacolod, UAP Cebu and UAP Iloilo Chapter that also celebrate their 50th Golden Year Founding Anniversary. Chapter Presidents Ar. Jorge Varela (Bacolod), Ar. Nica Zhanne Amarga (Cebu) and Past President Ar. Ludovico Feguro Fenequito Jr (Iloilo) received the Recognition for their outstanding years as a Chapter.
As the United Architects of the Philippines celebrates over five decades of excellence, the NBEX is a milestone that highlights a steadfast commitment to nation-building, shaping both the future of Filipino architects and the environments they create. — Ar. Mary Margarette Zaragoza
