Juan Felipe de Jesús Nakpil, KGCR, KSS (born Juan Felipe Nakpil y de Jesús; May 26, 1899 – May 7, 1986) known as Juan Nakpil, was a Filipino architect, teacher and a community leader. In 1973, he was named one of the National Artists for architecture. [2] He was regarded as the Dean of Filipino Architects.

Juan F. Nakpil, architect, teacher, and civic leader is a pioneer and innovator in Philippine architecture. In essence, Nakpil’s greatest contribution is his belief that there is such a thing as Philippine Architecture, espousing architecture reflective of Philippine traditions and culture.

Juan Nakpil was a Filipino architect. He was known for his Philippine Architecture. Juan has integrated strength, function and beauty in the buildings that are the country’s heritage today. Juan was born on May 26, 1899 in Quiapo, Manila, Philippines; the son of Julio Nakpil and Gregoria de Jesús.

Dec 17, 2021 · Juan Nakpil, recognized as the father of Philippine Architect and hailed as the first National Artist for Architecture in 1973 has designed numerous buildings that are still standing tall up to this day.

Aug 11, 2016 · While many of this National Artist’s projects have since been demolished (like the Rizal Theater), many of Nakpil’s buildings are still standing and are being used, in plain sight. Explore these four buildings and marvel at this architect hero’s amazing creations:

When Juan Felipe de Jesus Nakpil was born on 26 May 1899, in Quiapo, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines, his father, Don Julio Garcia Nakpil, was 32 and his mother, Gregoria Alvarez de Jesus, was 24. He married Anita Agoncillo Noble on 10 December 1927, in …

Nov 5, 2024 · Celebrated as a towering figure in the country’s architectural history, Juan Nakpil’s innovative designs reshaped the urban landscape and established him as a pioneer of modern architecture in the Philippines.

Juan Nakpil was a pioneer and an innovator in Philippine architecture. In essence, his greatest contribution is his belief that there is such a thing as Philippine architecture, espousing architecture reflective of Philippine tradition and culture.

Juan Felipe de Jesús Nakpil, KGCR, KSS (born Juan Felipe Nakpil y de Jesús; May 26, 1899 – May 7, 1986) known as Juan Nakpil, was a Filipino architect, teacher and a community leader. In 1973, he was named one of the National Artists for architecture. He was regarded as the Dean of Filipino Architects. Quick Facts SirKGCR KSS, Personal details ...

(26 Mayo 1899–7 Mayo 1986) Si Juan Nakpil (Hu·wán Nak·píl) ay isa sa pinakamahusay na arkitekto ng Filipinas, at hinirang bilang unang Pambansang Alagad ng Sining para sa Arkitektura. Nagsulong siyá ng mga inobasyon sa larang ng arkitektura at nanalig sa pagkakaroon ng “Arkitekturang Filipino” na nakaugat sa mga tradisyon at kultura ng ating bansa.