Capabilities of architects and architecture students anchored on lifestyles they help create were showcased in the just-concluded Architecture Week Exhibit at SM City in Bacolod . The event was held as a highlight of the nationwide Architecture Week spearheaded by the United Architects of the Philippines .

In Bacolod City , the architecture community, including the UAP Negrense and Bacolod Chapters, the UAP graduate auxiliary, the UAP-Students Auxiliary of La Consolacion College and its ARFIEN Department jointly organized various activities, including product presentations, competitions, a garage sale and sports tournaments.

The exhibit displayed models and designs of various local and international buildings and structures.

Arch. Roger Andre Aguilar, whose architectural designs was among the widely-viewed exhibit displays, said their works focused on contemporary minimalist approaches “embodying a purist lifestyle that eliminates clutters of the space user” as in his Yee residence concept. We focus on designs that provide clients with an aesthetic yet functional solution that fits their personality and interest, he said, adding, “it's always about fulfilling client's needs while effecting sustainable archi-tecture at the same time”.