AIA Southeast Asia Manila Conference: Design Approaches for Health, Wellness, and Sustainability
Join us in person or online for this hybrid event from AIA Southeast Asia!
When: Friday 30 August 2024 @ 07:30 (Eastern US Time)/ 19:30 (Philippines time)
Where: Dexterton Brizo Showroom, Lot 2 Block 32, 38th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Philippines/ ONLINE
CES Credits - Estimated 1 LU/HSW for AIA Members
Speaker
James Lu, RAIC, LEED AP; Principal and Regional Director Asia at Perkins & Will
Moderator
Cathy Saldaña, Intl. Assoc. AIA, FUAP. AIA International Country Representative - Philippines. Principal/ CEO of PDP Architects and Projects Design Plus Architecture Management Corporation
Description
Central to Perkins & Will’s approach is the philosophy of Living Design, whose principles underscore the essential role that architecture and planning play in responding to the climate crisis. By integrating natural elements and promoting sustainability, these principles offer a framework for mitigating environmental impacts and enhancing human well-being. The case studies illustrate how Living Design can be effectively applied across various contexts, from individual buildings to urban planning. These principles provide a compelling blueprint to create environments that harmonize with nature and support resilient, sustainable communities.
Please register to join the session.
Note: There is a single Zoom event for both this talk and Daniel Lichauco’s presentation, ‘Culturally Responsive Health Care Planning and Design in the Philippines’ - you only need to register once.
Speaker Bios
Born in Taiwan and raised in Canada, James Lu completed his education and began his career in North America before returning to Asia, where he has lived for many years. This diverse experience has provided him with a global perspective, allowing him to merge Western and Eastern cultural values in his work.
Since his school years, James has believed that design has the power to transform people’s lives and the planet. This conviction is evident in his career and projects, fueling his passion for his work.
James holds a master’s degree in architecture from the Harvard Graduate School of Design. His commitment to the transformative power of design has made him a passionate advocate for sustainability and green architecture. As principal-in-charge, he has led several key Perkins&Will green projects in Asia, including the recent Duke Kunshan Campus Phase II, which will have high LEED ratings. Additionally, James is an active design jury member and a frequent lecturer on sustainability and climate issues.
Cathy Saldaña is the principal and CEO of PDP Architects and Projects Design Plus Architecture Management Corporation, based in Makati City. A distinguished alumna of the University of the Philippines College of Architecture and the Asian Institute of Management, she is known for her work in Hospitality Design, Retail Mixed Use, Residential and Commercial High Rises, and Industrial Facilities, as well as being a pioneer in Sustainable Island Developments in the Philippines. Actively involved in professional organizations, Cathy serves as a Trustee for the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Philippines, leads the Women’s Leadership Institute in Real Estate, and is a Board Trustee for PropTech. She is an International Associate of the American Institute of Architects, a Fellow of the United Architects of the Philippines, and the Philippine correspondent to the UIA WIA - Union of International Architects Women in Architecture Committee. Cathy also chairs a Technical Working Group under the Professional Regulation Commission for Hospitality and Leisure Architecture and is a certified Green Building Professional. She is a sought-after speaker at both local and international conferences and is frequently featured in various media platforms.
This conference is brought to you with the generous support of our event partners: PDP Architecture, UAP Diliman, Earoph Philippines, Dexterton and Brizo.
