24/10/2026
𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐋𝐃 𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐋𝐎𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐄, 𝐒𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐋𝐒, 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐓𝐎 𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆
In partnership with the 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 (𝐋𝐆𝐔) 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐞𝐳𝐨, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐮𝐱𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐲 (𝐔𝐀𝐏𝐒𝐀), 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐀𝐮𝐱𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐲 (𝐔𝐀𝐏𝐆𝐀), the United Architects of the Philippines – Aklan Chapter conducted a community-centered seminar-workshop on September 26, 2026, at Bayangan Village, Poblacion, Lezo, Aklan, in celebration of World Architecture Day 2026.
With the theme “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤: 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤-𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠,” the activity highlighted the importance of local craftsmanship, sustainable building materials, cultural heritage, and community participation in promoting accessible and sustainable housing.
The event was graced by Hon. Mayor Meekiah F. Icasas, Municipal Mayor of Lezo, Aklan, representing the local government and affirming the municipality’s support for initiatives that promote community development and cultural preservation. This was followed by an informative talk by Mrs. Carina Chyrill A. Moribus, Head of the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) of Lezo, Aklan, who shared insights on environmental sustainability and responsible resource management.
A key highlight was the seminar and hands-on workshop on Compressed Earth Blocks (CEB) / Bricks, which demonstrated the potential of locally sourced materials as sustainable and accessible alternatives for construction. The brick-making workshop was facilitated by the skilled artisans of the Bayangan Village Association, showcasing traditional techniques and the continuing relevance of local craftsmanship in contemporary architecture and affordable housing.
The celebration also featured a cultural and heritage tour led by Mr. Reynold “Dhudok” Y. Dalmacio, Municipal Tourism Officer of Lezo, Aklan, covering significant local destinations, including Bayangan Village, the Tourism Office/Museum, the Parish Church, and the Municipal Plaza. The tour deepened participants’ appreciation of Lezo’s cultural identity, local traditions, and heritage as integral elements of sustainable community development.
Through this collaborative initiative, World Architecture Day 2026 reaffirmed the role of architecture in bridging tradition and innovation, empowering local artisans, promoting sustainable construction practices, and advancing the vision of dignified and accessible housing for all.
Architecture is more than building structures—it is about preserving heritage, empowering communities, and building a sustainable future.
