You`re invited to Defining Spaces 17 x ArchSpeakers Forum 2.0!
Be part of Mindanao’s best architectural design showcase as we bring you Defining Spaces 17 x ArchSpeakers Forum 2.0 with the theme “Defining the Next 50: Building What`s Next”.
Event Details:
February 20–22, 2026
SM City Davao – Annex Atrium
Quimpo Boulevard, Davao City, Philippines 8000
Slots are limited. Registration is confirmed only upon validation of payment.
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Day 01 - Friday (February 20, 2026)
1. Ar. Lance Nathan Y. Lim
"Architecture as Business: Teamwork, Management, and Emerging Practice Models"
2. Ar. Nurvin Zary E. Bustillo
“Rethinking the Urban Streets: Urban Design for People and Place in the Tropics”
3. Ar. Robert S. Sac, FUAP, APEC AR., AA
“Architects Design-Build Service: Now and the Years to Come!”
Day 02 - Saturday (February 21, 2026)
1. Ar. Gloryrose Dy-Metilla
“Living Structures: How Architecture Breathes, Symbolizes, Builds Peace, Communes, and Sustains Communities”
2. Ar. Amon Cali
“Tropical Brutalism as Ontological Infrastructure”
3. Arb./Arch. Alfredo A. Fernandez, J.D (LL.B), PIA, PDRCIArb, PIArb, CIACArb, PICAM
“Architects as Stewards of Nation Building”
4. Atty. Ar/EnP. Marlon M. Cariño, UAP, PIEP, MBA, JD
“Reinforcing the Practice: A review of the Architectural Service Agreement and Introduction to CIAP Document No. 102”
Day 03 - Sunday (February 22, 2026)
1. IDr. Adrian P. Del Monte, Ph.D.
“Why Designers Must Lead the Conversation on Sustainability and Innovation”
2. Ar. Laurence Angeles
“Civic Generosity in Architecture: Case Study of &Matcha Three Yards”
3. Ar. Jonathan V. Manalad, PhD, FUAP, PIEP
“Onto UAP`s Second Jubilee: Challenges and Opportunities"
ARCHsf 2.0 is open to licensed architects, architecture students, architecture graduates, and other professionals.
For licensed architects, a valid IAPOA Certificate is required for registration and CPD accreditation.
Participants who are not licensed architects may still attend the event; however, CPD points will not be credited to them.
CPD Points Allocation (for Licensed Architects only):
• Day 1: 3 CPD Points
• Day 2: 3.5 CPD Points
• Day 3: 3 CPD Points
PROMO RATES:
• Individual Participant – PER DAY Rates
Day 1: 1,200 PHP
Day 2: 1,850 PHP
Day 3: 1,200 PHP
• Individual Participant – PACKAGE Rates
Chapter Members (CM)
3-Day Talk: 3,800 PHP
2-Day Talk (Day 1–2 or Day 2–3): 2,600 PHP
Non-Members (NM)
3-Day Talk: 4,000 PHP
2-Day Talk (Day 1–2 or Day 2–3): 2,800 PHP
Students (S)
3-Day Talk: 2,000 PHP
2-Day Talk (Day 1–2 or Day 2–3): 1,300 PHP
• GROUP PACKAGE RATES
• 1 Architect + 2 Students/Apprentices
(Chapter Members only)
3-Day: 6,500 PHP
2-Day: 4,500 PHP
• 4 Architects + 1 FREE
3-Day: 15,200 PHP
3 Students
3-Day: 5,000 PHP
2-Day: 3,000 PHP
Register here:
https://forms.gle/kUuZvsEP5LBoV9A88
Event Fee: Php3500