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WTA Among 8 Best Architecture and Design Firms in the Philippines

Philippine architecture is caught between the East and the West, with American, Spanish and Japanese colonial occupation rapidly transforming its built environment. Many architects were influenced by the country’s intercultural identity. Most notably, the national Artist for Architecture, Leandro Locsin, was known for his distinct style, crafting masterpieces like the Cultural Center of The Philippines.

April 28, 2025

Philippine architecture is caught between the East and the West, with American, Spanish and Japanese colonial occupation rapidly transforming its built environment. Many architects were influenced by the country’s intercultural identity. Most notably, the national Artist for Architecture, Leandro Locsin, was known for his distinct style, crafting masterpieces like the Cultural Center of The Philippines.

How are these architecture firms ranked?


The following ranking has been created according to key statistics demonstrating each firm’s architectural excellence level. The following metrics have been accumulated to establish each architecture firm’s ranking in order of priority:

  • The number of A+Awards won (2013 to 2025)

  • The number of A+Awards finalists (2013 to 2025)

  • The number of projects selected as “Project of the Day” (2009 to 2025)

  • The number of projects selected as “Featured Project” (2009 to 2025)

  • The number of projects uploaded to Architizer (2009 to 2025)


The foot of this article explains each of these metrics in more detail. This ranking list will be updated annually, taking into account the new achievements of Philippine architecture firms throughout the year.


Without further ado, here are the 8 best architecture firms in the Philippines:


We believe in and socially relevant practice architecture. Architecture that relates to the community promotes urbanity and develops society. We are curators and proponents of the urban realm, and we are in the business of creating places. Places that live and breathe. Places that are a critical part of people’s lives and play a vital role in defining their sense of self and community.


Our studio is a place of ideas and possibilities. A place where design and architecture create new and exciting opportunities for our clients and the communities we serve.


Some of WTA Design Studio’s most prominent projects include:


For the complete ranking, see here.

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