Master of Arts in Environmental and Habitat Planning (MAEHP), 2008
Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines
Graduated with honors - Magna Cum Laude

Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning (DURP), 1999
University of the Philippines-Baguio/Diliman, Philippines
Awarded Dean's Medallion - for academic excellence

Special studies in Turbo Pascal, BASIC and C, 1983
Data Center Philippines, Inc., Baguio, Philippines

Bachelor of Science in Architecture, 1973
Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines
Man and Space Scholar - in 1970

Study Tour of Egypt and Turkey, 13 March 2023 to 23 March 2023
Visit to (among others) Pyramids of Giza; Temples of Abu Simbel, Horus, Luxor Hatshepsut, and Karnak; Valley of the Kings; the Hagia Sophia; Topkapi Palace; and House of Virgin Mary. Tour officially sanctioned under the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Program of the UAP.

Study Tour of Taiwan, 06 January 2020 to 10 January 2020
Visit to (among others) Chiang Kai Shek Main Station, Taipei Expo Park, Confucius and Dalongdon Bao-an Temples, and Taipei 101—world’s tallest building. Tour officially sanctioned under the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Program of the UAP.

Study Tour of Russia, Germany and Switzerland, 25 March 2019 to 07 April 2019
Visit to Saint Petersburg and Moscow in Russia; City of Munich in Germany; City of Zurich in Switzerland; to learn from notable architectural landmarks. Tour officially sanctioned under the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Program of the UAP.

Hospital Planning and Design - A Foundation Course for Architects
UAP National Headquarters, 53 Scout Rallos, Quezon City, October 19-21 and 26-28 2017
Professional Regulation Commission - Continuing Professional Development Council for Architecture

2nd Philippine Airport Modernization & Expansion Summit
Solaire Resort & Casino, Aseana Avenue, Paranaque, May 24-25 2017
Mykar Global Summits & Congresses Inc.

Study Tour of London and Europe, mid-April 2017 to mid-May 2017
Visit to landmarks-- Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, Leaning Tower and Cathedral of Pisa, Giudecca Canal and St. Mark's Square in Venice, Roman Colosseum and Pantheon in Rome, Vatican City and Sistine Chapel, French Riviera, and Principality of Monaco, Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe in Paris, Palace of Versailles, Sagrada Familia Barcelona, and Bilbao Guggenheim Museum; among many others.

Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence (BERDE)
Professional Training, City Garden Hotel, Makati City, June 24-27 2013
Philippine Green Building Council and TUV Rheinland Philippines, Inc.

China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair)
International Exhibition, Guangzhou, China, October 16-19 2012

Study Tour of Chicago, California, and Hawaii, June 2002 and February 2008
Chicago Architectural Foundation and various A&E firms in the United States

Conference on Globalization and SME Development, July 2001
Asian and Pacific Development Centre, Langkawi and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Assembly and Forum for the Architectural Code of the Philippines, June 2001
United Architects of the Philippines, District A-1, Baguio

Building Program Value Engineering Workshop, May 2001
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Quezon City

Green Architecture and Passively Cooled Buildings, April 2001
United Architects of the Philippines, Manila

Building Program and Quality Standards Workshop, January 2001
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Quezon City

Architectural Preservation and Redefining Filipino Architecture, October 2000
United Architects of the Philippines, Manila

BLIST Multi-Planning; Legal Issues in Environmental Planning, October 2000
Philippine Institute of Environmental Planners, Baguio

Management and Quality Standards Workshop, August 2000
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Quezon City

Architecture 2000 International Conference, June 2000
Royal Australian Institute of Architects (RAIA), Sydney, NSW, Australia

Sustainable and Humane Cities, April 2000
Philippine Institute of Environmental Planners, Manila

Many other planning and architectural seminars, conferences and training programs from professional organizations or companies over a period of forty years.

1982 to present
R.G.Chan & Associates
Principal Architect
Directs the firm’s operations with emphasis on environmentally responsible design. Applies advanced Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) systems to deliver precise and efficient architectural solutions. Engages closely with clients and leads the development of project concepts. Supervises the preparation of drawings and construction documents to ensure coordinated and build-ready results.

1981 to 1982
Chan-Puzon & Associates
Principal Partner
Oversaw production work across a diverse range of projects in Baguio and Metro Manila. Handled multiple assignments, from private residences to subdivision developments, ensuring that all drawings and documents are prepared accurately, efficiently, and in coordination with project requirements.

1979 to 1981
Ministry of Public Works, Benguet Engineering District
Architect II
Led the design of various local government projects; concurrently reviewed and checked Building Permit applications as inspector responsible for enforcing Architectural Provisions of the National Building Code (NBC) under the Office of the Building Official of Baguio City.

1977 to 1978
Rafael G. Chan, Architect
Principal
An architectural office specializing in residential projects. Responsibilities covered the full range of architectural services, from initial design and client coordination to preparation of drawings and support during project implementation.

1976 to 1978
Baguio Colleges Foundation
Harrison Road, Baguio City
Instructor
Adjunct instructor handling a range of architectural subjects, including: architectural design, building laws and regulations, building construction, and theory of design. Delivered lectures, guided student projects, and provided practical insights to support both technical understanding and creative development.

1975 to 1976
Federal Builders, Inc.
Ongpin Street, Metro Manila
Supervising Project Architect
Served in a supervisory capacity during the construction of a high-rise condominium in Baguio City. Responsible for coordinating and scheduling site activities to ensure smooth work progress, while assisting in the contractor’s local representation and facilitating communication among project stakeholders.

1973 to 1974
Baguio Architectural Center
Antipolo Building
Designer and Estimator
Worked on a variety of residential and commercial projects, undertaking construction supervision and monitoring site progress. Prepared detailed drawings and cost estimates, ensuring accuracy, coordination, and alignment with project requirements from planning through implementation.

United Architects of the Philippines (UAP)
Active Member since 1975
Past Baguio Chapter President (three terms)
Past Regional Director for Area A-I
Past Commissioner for Professional Practice

Philippine Green Building Council (PGBC)
Member since 2012

Consulting Architects and Planners of the Philippines (CCAPP)
RGC&A has been a member since 2000

Philippine Association of Real Estate Boards (PAREB)
Past Baguio Board President

Rotary Club of Baguio (RCB)
First Rotary club north of Manila, Mother Club of Baguio
Diamond Jubilee Celebration Chairman (RY 2012-2013)
Past Club President (RY 2007-2008)

Society Of OUTSTANDING Citizens of Baguio (SOCOB)
Member since 2006

ASEAN Monitoring Committee (ASEAN), 10 March 2019
ASEAN Architect No. PH 0101

Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), 01 February 2019
APEC Architect Cert No. PH 0063

Certified BERDE Professional (CBP), 29 July 2013
Registration No. PH-CBP-00303

Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), 2011
Registered Real Estate Broker No. 7724

Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), 11 June 1975
Registered Architect No. 4526

NOTABLE ARCHITECT
Conferred by the United Architects of the Philippines, National- on 08 April 2025

MEMBER EMERITUS
Conferred by the United Architects of the Philippines, National- on 27 April 2017

OUTSTANDING CITIZEN OF BAGUIO - Professional Category
Awarded by the City of Baguio- on 01 September 2004

R.C. SILVESTRE MEMORIAL AWARD
The highest award that UAP-Baguio gives to its members
Awarded by the United Architects of the Philippines, Baguio Chapter- on 08 December 1996

FELLOW for OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN THE FIELD OF DESIGN
Awarded the title - Fellow of the United Architects of the Philippines (FUAP), National- on 02 April 1993