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Juan Nakpil

Architecture and Allied Arts

-Juan Felipe de Jesus Nakpil-May 26, 1899 -Quiapo, Manila -Julio Nakpil was a musician and composer who fought in the Philippine Revolution against Spain and had been designated by Andres Bonifacio as secretary of the command in the north of Manila.

Did you know?-He is an architect, teacher, and civic leader, is a pioneer and innovator in Philippine architecture. -Nakpil has always advocated a distinctive architecture reflective of Philippine traditions and culture. -He designed the-1937 International Eucharistic Congress altar, rebuilt and enlarged the Quiapo Church, and restored the national shrine that is Dr. Jose Rizal’s home in Calamba. -he has led’ his colleagues in upgrading the standards of competence and practice in the profession and in the betterment of the educational courses for architecture. -Juan F. Nakpil is conferred on June 12, 1973, Independence Day, as a National Artist.

Awards -Architect of the Year” in 1939, 1940, and 1946 -Most Outstanding Professional in Architecture” in 1951 by the Philippine Association of Board Examiners -Gold medal of merit by the Institute of Architects in 1950. -Presidential medal of merit, by President Ramon Magsaysay in 1955. - Rizal Pro Patria Award in 1972.

Nakpil's greatest contribution is his belief that there is such a thing as Philippine Architecture, espousing architecture reflective of Philippine traditions and culture.

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