Ian Fulgar, The Architect

25/05/2026

Grateful to have attended the Business Forum Moscow Manila, a meaningful platform for dialogue on trade, investment, smart cities, technology, urban development, and future cooperation between Moscow and the Philippines.

My sincere thanks to Roman Gaintdinov, Digital Attaché of the Trade Representation of the Russian Federation in the Republic of the Philippines, for the kind invitation and for helping bring together a timely and productive exchange among government, business, technology, and development leaders. Congratulations, Roman, on a successful event and on opening valuable conversations for possible synergies between both sides.

It was also an honor to listen to distinguished speakers and representatives, including H.E. Marat I. Pavlov, Ambassador of the Russian Federation to the Republic of the Philippines, Sergey Cheremin, Minister of the Government of Moscow and Head of the Department for External Economic and International Relations of the City of Moscow, Artyom Tsinamdzgvrishvili, Trade Representative of the Russian Federation in the Republic of the Philippines, Hon. Angela Lei “Chi” Atienza, Vice Mayor of Manila, Mr. Saturnino H. Mejia, General Manager of the National Development Company, and Ms. Doris U. Gacho, Executive Director of the Philippine Overseas Construction Board.

I look forward to exploring where these conversations can lead, especially in areas where architecture, urban planning, technology, construction, investment, and city development can find new points of cooperation.

25/05/2026

The entrance design of your future residence should be in line with the way you want to live your life.⁣⁣

25/05/2026

What is the future?

It is awareness. The moment humanity wakes up to what is already possible.

And right now, intelligence is the most powerful force on the planet.

It is compounding.

It is accelerating.

It is touching every single thing we know.

Including the place you call home.

Think about that. The most intimate space in your life is about to become the most intelligent space in your life.

Walls that understand you. Light that feels you. A home that grows with you.

This is the generation that builds that. This is the work. This is the calling.

Architecture is alive.

And so is the future.

24/05/2026

The first wealth of the day is the quiet permission to wake up, breathe deeply, and love the life already waiting for you.

Happy Sunday, everyone!

23/05/2026

One of the best feeling in the world is firing up your monster desktop.

23/05/2026

The key lies in creating more convention centers and venues that attract international conferences, boost tourism and empower local industries. The world is doing it. Why not us?
https://www.ianfulgar.com/architecture/convention-centers-in-the-philippines-and-role-in-nation-building/

Are convention centers key to the Philippines' global growth? Explore their transformative influence on industries, cultures, and cities.

22/05/2026

Exploring the evolution of an architectural concept, from raw modernist forms to a contemporary organic design, all set against a serene water backdrop.

This journey begs the question: Is Brutalism an outdated design taste, or does its robust, honest materiality remain relevant in contemporary architecture?

Share your perspective!

21/05/2026

The Architecture of Intelligence

What begins as a set of coded parameters transforms into an intricate physical system. This form reveals how computation interprets space as a living network of energy and balance. Every curve traces a mathematical response to load, motion, and flow, translating invisible forces into tangible design. It suggests a world where architecture speaks the language of physics fluently and creativity becomes an act of programming consciousness into material form.

21/05/2026

Our rockstar workers doing last minute rockstar retouches!

We'll be handing over this home soon!

20/05/2026

Traditional skeletal structures have a clarity that is often missing in modern projects. Every joint responds to the climate, and every rhythm reflects the community. On cliffside sites, this clarity is tested by challenging conditions. Anchors go deeper, spans become shorter, and materials must be more precise. Still, when used carefully, these constraints can lead to even greater sculptural potential. I am gathering examples that show how this balance can be achieved.

20/05/2026

Many architects have experienced this: a strong concept is introduced, but late-stage financing alters the design. Successful projects take a different approach. They align form, capital structure, and exit strategy early, ensuring design decisions withstand market pressures. Misalignment leads to compromise, while alignment creates leverage. Architecture operates within the realm of finance. The most effective projects treat capital as a design parameter rather than an obstacle.