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Principal Architect

RAFAEL G. CHAN

EUAP, FUAP, MAEHP, CBP

ASEAN Architect, APEC Architect


Responsible for the overall operation of this firm which specializes in Green Building Design. Deploys cutting-edge Building Information Modeling (BIM) software and other Computer-Aided Design (CAD) packages to guarantee effective architecture. Personally undertakes client liaison and the conceptualization of all projects. Coordinates the preparation of drawings, and other construction documents.


Education

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

Training

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 as a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Program of the United Architects of the Philippines..


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 thirty-five years.

Professional Experience

1982 to present
R.G.Chan & Associates
Principal Architect
Responsible for the overall operation of this firm which specializes in Green Building Design. Deploys cutting-edge Building Information Modeling (BIM) software and other Computer-Aided Design (CAD) packages to guarantee effective architecture. Personally undertakes client liaison and the conceptualization of all projects. Coordinates the preparation of drawings, and other construction documents.


1981 to 1982
Chan-Puzon & Associates
Principal Partner
In charge of production work for a variety of projects for numerous jobs in Baguio and Metro Manila. Projects undertaken ranged from residences to subdivisions.


1979 to 1981
Ministry of Public Works Benguet Engineering District
Architect II
Took charge of the design of various local government projects; concurrently performed checking of building plans as inspector in charge of the implementation of architectural provisions of the National Building Code (NBC) for the office of the Building Official of Baguio City.


1977 to 1978
Rafael G. Chan, Architect
Principal
Architectural office specializing in residential work. Job description ran the full range of architectural responsibilities.


1976 to 1978
Baguio Colleges Foundation
Harrison Road, Baguio City
Instructor
Adjunct instructor, handling various architectural subjects such as: architectural design, building laws and regulations, building construction, and theory of design.


1975 to 1976
Federal Builders, Inc.
Ongpin Street, Metro Manila
Supervising Project Architect
Supervisory capacity in the construction of a high-rise condominium in Baguio City. Responsible for coordinating and scheduling of site activities; assisted in contractor's local representation.


1973 to 1974
Baguio Architectural Center
Antipolo Building
Designer/Estimator
Worked on various residential and commercial projects: undertook construction supervision; prepared drawings and cost estimates.

Professional/Organizational Affiliations

United Architects of the Philippines (UAP)
Active Member since 1972
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

International and Government Accreditation

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

Accolades Received

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