University of Cebu – Lapu-Lapu & Mandaue – VSA

Location:

Opao, Mandaue City, Cebu

Typology:

Institutional

Status:

Bidding and Negotiation

Lot Area:

5,400 sqm

Floor Area:

17,600 sqm

Design Team:

Jurand Edpan

Danielin Dico

Jason Chua

university of cebu – lapu-lapu & mandaue

The challenge was to create a school building that was cost effective and conducive for learning. The client desired that the heritage of their 50-year-old institution could be reflected in the overall design of the building; this was done through an innovative approach using their institutional color palette, but refreshing it with a number of exterior treatments. In terms of the interiors, they were designed with concepts of openness in the sense that natural light and ventilation was fully maximized.

This project is an adaptive reuse of a dormant 3-s

Clean, classy, and understated are just a few word

Clean, classy, and understated are just a few words we’d use to describe this renovation project we completed in 2021.

Through the use of a subdued palette and the repetition of design elements, we were able to create an expansive and peaceful space fit for a young family.

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Swipe ‘til the end to see what the space looked like before the renovation

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Open x Close When space is limited, cleverly conce

Open x Close
When space is limited, cleverly concealed cabinetry and adaptive spaces can make all the difference

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Snippets of our recent office excursion. Sharing e

Snippets of our recent office excursion. Sharing experiences and lessons learned as a team.

We designed this residence during the pandemic and entirely via zoom meetings. Now it’s finally about to be completed and we can’t wait for it to finally become a home.

Gemütlichkeit in Swiss culture, conveys a sense o

Gemütlichkeit in Swiss culture, conveys a sense of warmth, coziness, and a welcoming atmosphere. It is by these principles that we decided to design this house for our clients, a Swiss national and Filipino local.
We decided to take inspiration from the blending of these two cultures and come up with a design that reflected the best of both. The form of the house is simple. Basic volumes are made to appear as if they are floating on top of each other to create a striking yet unassuming silhouette. The complex is divided into 3 main structures; The main residence, the guest house, and the service quarters. All three are laid out to create interesting transitional spaces between them that play with light and shadow.

Inspired by our client’s principles of simplicity and efficiency, the main residence is rectangular in shape with common areas laid out in an open plan on the ground floor, and bedrooms placed on the 2nd floor. This no nonsense approach to planning only reinforces the reason for why one woud be there; to relax and unwind amidst the serenity of the sea.

Taking advantage of the North-facing property, floor-to-ceiling openings envelop each space, creating a panoramic view of the sea and allowing the sea breeze to flow throughout the house. Additionally, this also enables one to hear the waves crashing onto the shore, subtly engaging with you in the background for a truly multi-sensory experience. Local materials take center stage all throughout the house. Whether it’s the thatched roofing, the anapog blocks, or the cocolumber flooring, all these serve to add both character and beauty to the home. Warm, understated, and resilient, these materials imbue the Filipino spirit and hospitality to create a truly relaxing home that engages with its surroundings.

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Gemütlichkeit in Swiss culture, conveys a sense o

Gemütlichkeit in Swiss culture, conveys a sense of warmth, coziness, and a welcoming atmosphere. It is by these principles that we decided to design this house for our clients, a Swiss national and Filipino local.

We decided to take inspiration from the blending of these two cultures and come up with a design that reflected the best of both. The form of the house is simple. Basic volumes are made to appear as if they are floating on top of each other to create a striking yet unassuming silhouette. The complex is divided into 3 main structures; The main residence, the guest house, and the service quarters. All three are laid out to create interesting transitional spaces between them that play with light and shadow.

Inspired by our client’s principles of simplicity and efficiency, the main residence is rectangular in shape with common areas laid out in an open plan on the ground floor, and bedrooms placed on the 2nd floor. This no nonsense approach to planning only reinforces the reason for why one woud be there; to relax and unwind amidst the serenity of the sea.

Taking advantage of the North-facing property, floor-to-ceiling openings envelop each space, creating a panoramic view of the sea and allowing the sea breeze to flow throughout the house. Additionally, this also enables one to hear the waves crashing onto the shore, subtly engaging with you in the background for a truly multi-sensory experience. Local materials take center stage all throughout the house. Whether it’s the thatched roofing, the anapog blocks, or the cocolumber flooring, all these serve to add both character and beauty to the home. Warm, understated, and resilient, these materials imbue the Filipino spirit and hospitality to create a truly relaxing home that engages with its surroundings.

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If these images excite you, then you're exactly wh

If these images excite you, then you're exactly who we're looking for!👀

We have the most exciting projects lined up for 2024! As such, we're adding two additional slots to our growing team! Let's explore the world of architecture, design, and materials together!

Interested applicants may send their CV and portfolio to hr@vsa.ph. We look forward to having you with us for the exciting journey ahead! 😄

P. S. Newly licensed architects are welcome to apply!

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