An earlier church, said to have been in Neo-Gothic

style, was built in the same area as the current

The San Pedro Cathedral Parish, also known as the
cathedral in 1847. In the 1960s, due to its small
Metropolitan Cathedral of San Pedro or Davao size, the Diocese of Davao solicited funds to
Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic cathedral located enlarge the church. Architect Chiew was
at Barangay 2-A, Poblacion District, Davao City, responsible for the design of the new church,
Philippines. The cathedral, dedicated to Saint which was that of an ark, hence the pointed front
Peter, is the ecclesiastical seat of the Archdiocese where the cross stands. A separate bell tower was
of Davao. also constructed.

BUILDING PROCESS

The Cathedral is a distinctive modern building in

concrete, glass and metal that appears to
merge the City's character with its curved gray
roofing that evokes the shape of a vinta, topped
off by a cross.

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 A new terminal designed by Filipino
Francisco Bangoy International Airport, also
architect Leandro Locsin, with a
commonly known as Davao International Airport, is
the main airport serving Davao City and Davao Region
capacity of one million passengers,
in the Philippines. Serving as the main gateway to started construction in 1976 and
Mindanao, it is the busiest airport on the island and was completed in 1980.
the third busiest in the Philippines in 2022.

BUILDING PROCESS

Francisco Bangoy International Airport uses concrete

walls with steel reinforcements for durability and
strength. This combination ensures the structure
withstands the demands of heavy use and Davao City's
tropical climate.

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 Ateneo de Davao’s Senior High School
Ateneo de Davao University has conducted its campus sits on a five-hectare site that is
groundbreaking ceremonies for the Senior High School accessible through the McArthur
campus last February 15 at McArthur Highway, Bangkal,
Highway. According to its lead architect,
Davao City. The Senior High School campus, which is set
to open on May 2019, follows Pope Francis’ Archt. John Immanuel R. Palma, “the
environmental directives in the encyclical “Laudato Si” campus was planned to be a model
(On Care for Our Common Home). The campus is already campus for social and environmental
touted as the country’s first environmentally responsible
responsibility.”
school.

BUILDING PROCESS

The Ateneo de Davao University Senior High School

building in Bangkal uses concrete and reinforced
steel in its foundations and columns for durability
and strength.

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 The University of Mindanao Library is
design by Ilumindo Quinto. It is also a
The Library is Located on the University of Mindanao's
prominent educational facility with a
Matina Campus, this library stands as the largest
sprawling total floor area of 13,000 square
library in the Mindanao region, reflecting the
meters, equivalent to approximately 1.3
institution's commitment to providing comprehensive
hectares.
resources and services to its academic community.

BUILDING PROCESS

The University of Mindanao Matina Campus Library has a

V-Shaped form. The V-Shaped form structurally is effiently
distribute loads and manange stresses across large spans,
making them ideal for areas with heavy loads. Aesthetically,
their distinctive shape adds a modern, dynamic element to
a building's design. Additionally, the V-shape can reduce
the amount of steel needed for support, leading to cost
savings and a lighter structure.

Constructing a library with a steel framework typically outpaces concrete in terms of

speed due to several key advantages. Steel elements are pre-fabricated in a factory
setting, enabling faster on-site assembly compared to the extended curing period
BEAMS- I BEAMS needed for concrete. Additionally, the library project imports specialized steel beams
from international sources to accommodate unique design requirements and shapes,
C-SHAPED STEEL PILLAR further enhancing the efficiency of the construction process.

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 The construction of Marina Bay Sands was
a complex and ambitious project that
Marina Bay Sands, designed by Moshe Safdie, is a began in 2007 and was completed in 2010.
landmark in modern architecture with its distinctive It involved several notable engineering
three-tower structure and an iconic SkyPark that and logistical feats
features a stunning infinity pool and offers panoramic
views of Singapore

BUILDING PROCESS

Marina Bay Sands features three sleek, cylindrical towers

connected by an expansive, cantilevered SkyPark that
extends beyond the towers’ edges. The façade is clad in
glass and metal panels, creating a modern, reflective
surface that harmonizes with its surroundings.

Marina Bay Sands underwent its building process from 2006 to 2010.
Initial phases included land reclamation and foundation work.
Construction then progressed with the concurrent erection of three
towers in reinforced concrete and steel, followed by the installation
of the SkyPark, lifted into place by cranes.

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 The structure is celebrated for its bold,
modernist aesthetic and has become an
The Sydney Opera House, designed by Jørn Utzon, is
iconic symbol of architectural creativity
renowned for its distinctive sail-like shells that create a
and engineering excellence.
dramatic silhouette against Sydney Harbour. Its
innovative use of precast concrete panels allows for
the building’s unique, sweeping curves, while the
design incorporates a series of interlocking shells
supported by a complex system of ribs.

BUILDING PROCESS

Construction officially started in 1965, focusing first on the

foundation and base, and then on the intricate assembly of the
concrete shells. By 1967, the major structural elements were in
place, and attention shifted to the interior spaces. The Opera
House underwent various renovations and upgrades to address
functional needs and preserve Utzon’s vision. The building, now a
UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as a symbol of architectural
innovation and artistic achievement.

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