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 countrys 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.During the 1920s, architect Juan Nakpil paved the way for environmentally conscious construction techniques. He utilized bamboo as a locally sourced component for his designs instead of relying on imported materials such as stone and brick. Conversely, cities like Makati or Manila have now been transformed into bustling urban centers, filled with high-rise structures incorporating solar framing and rainwater collection systems, thus responding to the challenging tropical climate. Filipino architects have reveled in the countrys intercultural, diverse nature. By creating new assemblies between architectural typologies and practices, they are constantly progressing the countrys built environment without sacrificing its cultural heritage.With so many architecture firms, its challenging for clients to identify the industry leaders that will be an ideal fit for their project needs. Fortunately, Architizer is able to provide guidance on the top design firms in the Philippines based on more than a decade of data and industry knowledge.How are these architecture firms ranked?The following ranking has been created according to key statistics demonstrating each firms architectural excellence level. The following metrics have been accumulated to establish each architecture firms 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:8. hearthgroup hearthgroupWe provide residential and commercial architectural design services to families and business people.Some of hearthgroups most prominent projects include:HB Mausoleum, Bulacan, PhilippinesEco Life Seaweed Plant, Central Visayas, PhilippinesQ Square, Quezon City, PhilippinesChapel of the Nativity, Santa Maria, Philippines The following statistics helped hearthgroup achieve 8th place in the 8 Best Architecture Firms in the Philippines: Featured Projects 1 Total Projects 4 7. Jorge Yulo Architects and Associates Jorge Yulo Architects and AssociatesSince its inception, JYAA has accumulated a few hundred projects of various types, from high-rises to luxury residences. The company survived the Asian Financial crisis by fortifying its interior design services, which currently make up a sizeable portion of its portfolio.JYAA is an efficiently sized architectural firm that offers Comprehensive Design Services from Concept/Schematic Design to Construction/Coordination/Supervision. The company is affiliated with select technical consulting firms to support the comprehensive technical services offered.Some of Jorge Yulo Architects and Associates most prominent projects include:The Hacienda Community House, Santa Rosa City, Philippines The following statistics helped Jorge Yulo Architects and Associates achieve 7th place in the 8 Best Architecture Firms in the Philippines: Featured Projects 1 Total Projects 1 6. DST Design + Build DST Design + BuildWe are a new breed of individuals from different fields who are very passionate about the fields of architecture, interior design, furniture and landscaping.We strive to modernize Filipino architecture and interior design and harmonize all other design elements. Moreover, the firm remains steadfast in its advocacy to adapt principles and dynamics of building green. At DST Design Lab, we generally work on the key concept of creating quality avant-garde architectural + design and workmanship. We aim to design and build high-quality and world-renowned projects that will put Filipino architecture in the forefront.Some of DST Design + Builds most prominent projects include: (Multi Level Residential house), San Mateo, Philippines (BOUTIQUE RESORT COMPLEX), San Mateo, Philippines ( ) 2 Storey Family Villa, San Mateo, Philippines ( ) 2 Storey Villa Honeymooners, San Mateo, Philippines , San Mateo, Philippines The following statistics helped DST Design + Build achieve 6th place in the 8 Best Architecture Firms in the Philippines: A+Awards Finalist 1 Featured Projects 1 Total Projects 15 5. DEQA Design Collaborative DEQA Design Collaborative (formerly DDC Architectural Studio)We create impactful sensory experience ecosystems that use the power of design to inspire and innovate our everyday. We are a design partner for ambitious clients and bold businesses. DEQA designs through our ideas, objects, places, buildings, and communities. We focus on research-driven, human-centric, and sustainably concentrated design.In our practice, we integrate planning, architecture, interior design, product design, and branding to maximize interdisciplinary cross-pollination. We design at all scales, from the micro to the macro, in powers of 10 to create value and innovation. Our process is highly collaborative. We work closely with our clients to understand their visions, values, and needs. DEQA Design Collaborative was formerly known as DDC Architectural Studio.Some of DEQA Design Collaboratives most prominent projects include:Rizal Eco Center, Rizal, Calabarzon, PhilippinesHyve, Taguig, PhilippinesHyphys, Pasig City, PhilippinesContemporary Museum of Art and Design Competition Entry, Taguig, PhilippinesVyne, Taguig, Philippines The following statistics helped DEQA Design Collaborative (formerly DDC Architectural Studio) achieve 5th place in the 8 Best Architecture Firms in the Philippines: A+Awards Winner 1 Featured Projects 1 Total Projects 21 4. LLG Architects Design Studio LLG Architects Design StudioLLG Architects is a Cebu-based interdisciplinary design firm that practices architecture and interior architecture. The firm strongly believes that form coexists with function, that one should not do without the other to be able to achieve that perfect harmony of aesthetics and functionality.The firm, established over 12 years ago, is led by the dynamic husband and wife team, Architects Lendel and Leizle Go, who are also the principal architects of the fir.a Their vast experience in their respective practices propelled them to establish LLG Architects Design Studio with a clear vision to holistically approach every design challenge through story-telling, attention to detail, and client-centric service.Some of LLG Architects Design Studios most prominent projects include:The Rise at Monterrazas, Cebu City, Philippines The following statistics helped LLG Architects Design Studio achieve 4th place in the 8 Best Architecture Firms in the Philippines: A+Awards Winner 1 Featured Projects 1 Total Projects 1 3. Jim Caumeron Design Jim Caumeron DesignManila-based architectural design firm with projects focusing mainly on residential architecture.Some of Jim Caumeron Designs most prominent projects include:Panorama House, Tagaytay, PhilippinesViewpoint House, Quezon City, PhilippinesTop image: Through House, San Fernando, Philippines The following statistics helped Jim Caumeron Design achieve 3rd place in the 8 Best Architecture Firms in the Philippines: Featured Projects 2 Total Projects 3 2. TJSO ARCHITECTS TJSO ARCHITECTSArch. T. Jordan Ong graduated B.S. in Architecture from the College of Architecture and Fine Arts (Now College of Architecture) at the University of Santo Tomas. He has worked in various reputable architectural firms and has always risen among the top key employees. He has handled hundreds of residential and high-rise projects in one of his previous firms, where he worked as department head for construction. But having the drive and passion to pursue his goal, he humbly started his own practice in the summer of 2007. He has since expanded his portfolio, designing various projects ranging from high-end residential projects, townhouses, mid-rise buildings, high rise buildings, restaurants and commercial buildings. He embraced the modern minimalist style, which shows in all his works, but has added his own style in the process.Some of TJSO ARCHITECTS most prominent projects include:SCRAP HOUSE: BICYCLE FRAME HOUSEMODERN TROPICAL HOUSE, Pinamalayan, PhilippinesYu house, Quezon City, PhilippinesUno resort hotel, Puerto Princesa, PhilippinesCogeo Commercial Building The following statistics helped TJSO ARCHITECTS achieve 2nd place in the 8 Best Architecture Firms in the Philippines: Featured Projects 2 Total Projects 7 1. WTA Design Studio WTA Design StudioWe 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 peoples 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 Studios most prominent projects include:The Book Stop, Manila, PhilippinesEl Museo del Prado En Filipinas, Manila, PhilippinesThe Oriental Legazpi, Legazpi City, PhilippinesThe Oriental Leyte, Tacloban City, PhilippinesNew Taipei Museum of Art, Taipei, Taiwan The following statistics helped WTA Design Studio achieve 1st place in the 8 Best Architecture Firms in the Philippines: A+Awards Winner 3 Featured Projects 1 Total Projects 161 Why Should I Trust Architizers Ranking?With over 30,000 architecture firms and over 130,000 projects within its database, Architizer is proud to host the worlds largest online community of architects and building product manufacturers. Its celebrated A+Awards program is also the largest celebration of architecture and building products, with more than 400 jurors and hundreds of thousands of public votes helping to recognize the worlds best architecture each year.Architizer also powers firm directories for a number of AIA (American Institute of Architects) Chapters nationwide, including the official directory of architecture firms for AIA New York.An example of a project page on Architizer with Project Award Badges highlightedA Guide to Project AwardsThe blue + badge denotes that a project has won a prestigious A+Award as described above. Hovering over the badge reveals details of the award, including award category, year, and whether the project won the jury or popular choice award.The orange Project of the Day and yellow Featured Project badges are awarded by Architizers Editorial team, and are selected based on a number of factors. The following factors increase a projects likelihood of being featured or awarded Project of the Day status:Project completed within the last 3 yearsA well written, concise project description of at least 3 paragraphsArchitectural designwith a high level of both functional and aesthetic valueHigh quality, in focus photographsAt least 8 photographs of both the interior and exterior of the buildingInclusion of architectural drawings and renderingsInclusion of construction photographsThere are 7 Projects of the Day each week and a further 31 Featured Projects. Each Project of the Day is published on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Stories, while each Featured Project is published on Facebook. Each Project of the Day also features in Architizers Weekly Projects Newsletter and shared with 170,000 subscribers.Were constantly look for the worlds best architects to join our community. If you would like to understand more about this ranking list and learn how your firm can achieve a presence on it, please dont hesitate to reach out to us at editorial@architizer.com.The post 8 Best Architecture and Design Firms in the Philippines appeared first on Journal.