FRANCISCO "BOBBY" MAÑOSA

MANAGING PARTNER

As the founder of Francisco Mañosa & Partners, Architect Mañosa sets the philosophy and direction of the firm. Having been described as "The most outspoken champion of Indigenous Filipino Architecture" (Mimar, 28, June, 1998), Mr. Mañosa has championed the cause of "Philippine Architecture for Filipinos," bringing local architecture to new heights, both nationally and internationally.

In his practice, Bobby explores the use of indigenous materials infused with current technological trends to being a new dimension to design. He experiments with traditional forms and transforms them to meet both functional and aesthetic requirements of the project. As a professional, the Philippine Regulatory Commission has singled out Bobby for his adherence to the profession's code of ethics and his contributions to architecture in the Philippines.

Bobby was cited by Asia Week Magazine as one of the seven visionary architects in Asia, an important testament to his growing international reputation as manifested by projects in Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Australia and the U.S.A.

Aside from managing the firm, Bobby is also active in the lecture circuit. He has delivered numerous lectures and papers in the top Universities in the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia.