Philippine Association of Landscape Architects

𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗥𝗡
𝙊𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙪𝙩𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙛 𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙌𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙤 𝘼𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙪𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝘼𝙇𝙀𝙓

The Philippine Association of Landscape Architects (PALA) expresses deep concern over the ongoing cutting and earth-balling of mature trees along Quirino Avenue and Roxas Boulevard for the SALEX project.

Mature trees are essential urban infrastructure that provide cooling, air filtration, flood mitigation, biodiversity support, and climate resilience. Their removal raises critical concerns on environmental sustainability and climate-responsive urban development in Metro Manila.

PALA calls for stronger protection of urban trees and the integration of nature-based solutions and blue-green infrastructure into major infrastructure projects.

View the full statement through this link: https://bit.ly/PALA-SALEXStatement

Congratulations to L.Arch. Paulo Alcazaren for being recognized with the 2026 Pearls of Legacy Award for Media, Arts & Culture — a distinction honoring individuals whose work continues to create lasting value for communities, the environment, and future generations.

Through decades of leadership in landscape architecture, heritage conservation, writing, and design advocacy, he has continuously shown how public spaces can shape identity, strengthen communities, and enrich everyday life. His work reminds us that landscapes are not merely spaces to occupy, but places where culture, memory, and sustainability come together.

The Philippine Association of Landscape Architects proudly celebrates this remarkable achievement and your enduring contribution to the profession and the nation. 🌿✨

PALA JOINS QUEZON CITY URBAN HEAT AND DROUGHT SUMMIT AS RESOURCE SPEAKER

The Philippine Association of Landscape Architects (PALA), through LAr. Jose Dan Villa Juan, participated at the Urban Heat and Drought Summit organized by the Quezon City Government on April 14 at Novotel Manila Araneta City.

The summit provided a platform for discussions on urban heat adaptation, climate resilience, and nature-based solutions for cities, highlighting the role of Landscape Architecture in shaping more adaptive, sustainable, and livable urban environments.

𝗛𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗕𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗗 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 🇵🇭🌾🌱

This Labor Day, the Philippine Association of Landscape Architects (PALA) recognizes the invaluable contributions of workers across the built and natural environment sectors. From those shaping our cities to those stewarding our landscapes, your work lays the foundation for resilient, inclusive, and sustainable communities.

As we continue to advocate for better spaces and systems, we stand in solidarity with every Filipino worker—championing dignity, fair opportunities, and a future where labor is valued and protected.

A GLOBAL QUESTION. A PERSONAL ANSWER.

Let’s participate.
Whether you are a professional in the built environment, a nature enthusiast, Indigenous, young, or old — every perspective matters.

Send one photo. One description.

𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗜.𝗣. 𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗢𝗦 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗚𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

On March 5, 2026, the Philippine Association of Landscape Architects (PALA) formally turned over archival materials documenting the professional works of the late L.Ar. Idelfonso P. Santos, Jr., National Artist for Architecture, to the UP Asian Institute of Tourism (UP AIT). The turnover was undertaken to ensure the safeguarding, documentation, and long-term preservation of Philippine landscape architectural heritage.

Widely regarded as the Father of Philippine Landscape Architecture, L.Ar. Santos made enduring contributions to the country’s cultural and tourism landscapes. Among his landmark works are the Cultural Center of the Philippines, Nayong Pilipino, Rizal Park, and the landscape and courtyard of the UP AIT building.

UP AIT is currently pursuing partnerships with the UP College of Architecture and the University Archives to establish a collaborative framework for the joint care, management, and preservation of the I.P. Santos Collection.

This initiative aligns with the vision of the proposed AIT Tourism Heritage Complex—envisioned as both a physical and institutional space within the university that will serve as a repository of heritage archives, arts, and cultural expression in support of tourism development.

Present during the turnover ceremony were PALA President L.Ar. Holtzjosip Abbu, National Secretary L.Ar. Christel Hannah Go, and members Marco Ortiz and Jose Roman Abad; UP College of Architecture Professor Nappy Navarra; AIT Dean Giovanni Legaspi, Assistant Professor Carmela Ibañez; AIT Head Librarian Ms. Jen Bagares; and Ms. Suzy Santos-Aquino, heir of L.Ar. I.P. Santos.

𝗣𝗔𝗟𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗡𝗖𝗔𝗔𝗔 𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗦 (𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲–𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟴)

The Philippine Association of Landscape Architects (PALA) proudly congratulates our members who have been formally inducted as part of the National Committee on Architecture and the Allied Arts (NCAAA) under the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) for the 2026–2028 term.

The NCAAA serves as a national body that advances the development, recognition, and promotion of architecture and allied arts in the Philippines. It plays a vital role in shaping programs, research, policies, and initiatives that strengthen cultural awareness, design excellence, and the contribution of the built environment to nation-building.

During the oath-taking ceremony held this week, the newly inducted members formally assumed their roles as stewards of the profession. This was followed by a planning session outlining the committee’s priorities and strategic directions for the coming term, with a strong emphasis on expanding community participation, fostering cross-sectoral collaboration, and promoting meaningful discourse in architecture and allied arts.

We extend our warmest congratulations to:
• L.Arch. Cathe Nadal
• L.Arch. Rizamay Basing
• L.Arch. Gabriel Caballero

Your leadership and commitment continue to elevate the role of landscape architecture within the cultural sector. PALA looks forward to your contributions in advancing a more inclusive, culturally grounded, and resilient built environment.

Our sincere appreciation as well to the NCCA and all partners who continue to support these shared efforts.

𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗣𝗔𝗦𝗞𝗢 𝗡𝗚 𝗣𝗔𝗚𝗞𝗔𝗕𝗨𝗛𝗔𝗬 🌿✨

“𝙉𝙜𝙖𝙮𝙤𝙣, 𝙨𝙞 𝘾𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙮 𝙞𝙗𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙤𝙣 𝙢𝙪𝙡𝙖 𝙨𝙖 𝙢𝙜𝙖 𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙮. 𝙎𝙞𝙮𝙖 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙣𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙪𝙣𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙗𝙪𝙣𝙜𝙖 𝙣𝙞𝙡𝙖 𝙣𝙖 𝙢𝙜𝙖 𝙣𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙮. 𝙔𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙨𝙖 𝙥𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙣 𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙖𝙤 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙠𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙮 𝙙𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜, 𝙨𝙖 𝙥𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙣 𝙙𝙞𝙣 𝙣𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙣 𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙨𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙖𝙤 𝙖𝙮 𝙙𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙪𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙥𝙖𝙜𝙠𝙖𝙗𝙪𝙝𝙖𝙮 𝙨𝙖 𝙢𝙜𝙖 𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙮.”
— 1 𝘾𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 15:20–21

Ngayong Pasko ng Pagkabuhay, ang Philippine Association of Landscape Architects (PALA) ay nakikiisa sa paggunita sa muling pagkabuhay ni Cristo, isang paalala ng pag-asa, pagbabagong-buhay, at panibagong simula.

Nawa’y magsilbing inspirasyon ang diwa ng Pasko ng Pagkabuhay sa patuloy nating paghubog ng ating mga espasyo: mga lugar na sumasalamin sa buhay, pag-asa, at pagkakaisa ng ating mga pamayanan.

Maligayang Pasko ng Pagkabuhay mula sa PALA! 🌱