![]() ![]() This era was where the independent Philippines expressed its identity by implementing modern architecture through reinforced concrete, steel, and glass. Post-Second World War EraĪfter the dark ages of the Second World War, Metro Manila emerged from its ashes and continue to improve its establishments. It became a shadow of its own magnificence. ![]() de Guzman Arellano and built-in 1935, this art deco building stood firmly until it fell into decay in the 1960s after being reconstructed by the Americans after the Second World War. Manila Metropolitan Theatreĭesigned by Juan M. Luneta Hotelĭesigned by the Spanish architect-engineer Salvador Farre, this was an example of the French Renaissance architecture with a twist of Filipino-style beaux-arts. This neoclassical architecture was one of the known structures that have been built by the Americans during their colonization in this country. This hotel was a product from Burnham’s idea of establishing an amazing hotel facing the boulevard along the Manila Bay so that people may enjoy a world-class view of the turquoise ocean. One of the iconic structures established by the Americans were: Manila Hotel Thanks to these American architects: William Parsons, Edgar Bourne, and Daniel Burnham, proto-modern architecture emerged in the Philippines A new architectural design was introduced by the Americans as they began to establish the civil government in the country.Īll designs and styles of the structures were similar to Greek architecture. American Colonial EraĪfter the short independency of the Filipinos, the Americans colonized the country. These schools were known for their prestige - the education and the structure have stood steadfast for centuries. Some schools have survived since the 16 th century: Ateneo Municipal, University of Santo Tomas, and Colegio de San Juan de Letran. One of the most iconic nurses ever built during this era is the San Augustin church located in Paoay, Ilocos Norte, which is one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. Spain’s religious motivations for colonizing the Philippines are evidenced very clearly through the Philippines’ many beautiful churches, many of which still stand firm and strong until today. Came from the Latin words “ intra muros”, meaning “within the walls”, this structure was surrounded by thick and high walls. This walled city was built in the 16 th century and is the oldest district in Manila. Once was a site of the palace of Rajah Sulayman, the Fort Santiago is a defense fortress built for Miguel Lopez de Legazpi and is part of the structures of the walled city: Intramuros, Manila. The following are iconic structures that were built during this era: Fort Santiago Even though it became mainstream to the Filipinos in this era, it still has the same characteristics of the Nipa huts, considering that both have open ventilation and are elevated. The Bahay na Bato or the stone house emerged and became the typical house for the noble Filipinos. A legacy of Spain was the architecture of its colonial churches – structures that continue to survive until today. The arrival of the Spaniards introduced the Antillean architecture to our forefathers. Some other nipa huts were built on trees to prevent attacks from wild animals and even enemies. ![]() These houses were raised slightly above from the ground and have a steep roof. They were easy to source, and easy to return to Mother Earth once it was time to pack up and leave.Īlso, the “ Nipa Hut/ Bahay Kubo” features predominantly across the Philippines. The earliest records of the pre-colonial architecture in the Philippines are the rock shelters and caves located in Palawan.ĭue to the nomadic hunter-gatherer nature of our forefathers, natural materials were used in abundance. The main form of materials during this era were native materials such as nipa and rocks. Sit back, relax, continue reading as we trace the history of Philippine architecture through hundreds of years! Pre-Colonial Era The history and culture of the Philippines are reflected through the architecture of its structures- churches, las Casas, government buildings, and many more!Ĭommon thought is that Philippine architecture came into its identity in the Spanish era – but our history is so much richer than that. ![]()
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