by Hannah Lee
Aspiring Sustainability Architect
About
Hi, I'm Hannah, a Filipina aspiring Architect. Active in the Green Building industry, I have worked as a LEED Coordinator for ecoSolutions and Makati Development Corporation and Junior Architect for Nepthy S. Del Rosario + Partners.I am a proud almuna of Makati Science High School (2013) and BS Architecture graduate of the Technological University of the Philippines, Manila (2019).Growing up in San Diego, California, I have always admired the downtown buildings, plazas and parks. Moving to Manila opened my eyes to Filipino, Spanish, and Chinese Architecture never seen before. Today, I believe that our greatest memories, experiences, and sentiments associate to the greatest places we've been to.
WORK EXPERIENCE
SUSTAINABILITY COORDINATOR
ecoSolutions, Taguig (Aug 2019-Aug 2020)Ensured the implementation of LEED® sustainable design strategies and construction parameters for Green Building Certification of different project types from commercial offices to residential towers. Tasks executed:-Prepared and conducted separate LEED® workshops for the Design and Construction teams to discuss green building design options and integration-Reviewed architectural plans to assess the project’s compliance to committed LEED® strategies and cooperatively attended weekly meetings for updates-Evaluated compliant options for lighting and plumbing fixtures, as well as building construction materials-Conducted monthly site audits to inspect sustainable construction parameters such as general cleanliness, recycling of waste, use of eco-friendly materials, etc.-Assessed requirements against local green building standards to achieve Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence (BERDE) certification-Additional tasks included preparing presentation material for sustainability seminars, business meetings with potential clients, in-house sustainability workshops with different engineering departments, etc.
JUNIOR ARCHITECT
Nepthy S. Del Rosario and Partners, Quezon City (Jan 2022-February 2022)Assisted Principal Architects and Project Managers in the following tasks:-Prepared Bill of Quantities, Bidders Evaluations, OSM Evaluations and presentations-Conducted research and case studies on innovative and sustainable design strategies and materials-Studied international architectural styles fit for newly acquired projects, as well as international standard drafting methods and practices
Savya Financial Center, ARCA South
Park Triangle Corp. Towers, BGC
WINMAX WAREHOUSE, CEBU
I-Land Residences, Sucat
The Brilliance Center, BGC
SUNTRUST FINANCIAL CENTER, PASAY
CURRICULUM VITAE
EDUCATION2019 - BS Architecture
Technological University of the Philippines, Manila2013 - Advanced Curriculum in Science, Mathematics, English
Makati Science High School, Makati2009 - Salutatorian
La Paz Elementary School, Makati2006 - Magnet School Curriculum
Myron B. Green Elementary School, San Diego, California
TRAINING and COURSES- LEED and BERDE (BGC, Taguig, Aug. 2019)
- Platinum LEED Home: Start to Finish by Michelle Kaufmann (LinkedIn, May 2020)
- On The Job Site Construction by Engr. Jim Rogers (LinkedIn, May 2020)
- Project Management for Designers by Justin Ahrens (LinkedIn, May 2020)
- Designing for Greater Efficiency, Bioclimatic and Resource-Efficient Architecture by Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiency (EDGE, December 2021)
SEMINARS- "Biophilic Design" by Oliver Heath and "Vegan Design and Material Innovation" by Sascha Camilli, Beyond Animal: Vegan Interior Design Week (November 2021)
- "The Architecture of a Legitimation Crisis = America’s Gift of “Freedom” to the Philippines" by Diana Martinez, MIT Fall 2021 Architecture Lecture Series (October 2021)
- The Online Fieldtrip: ArkitekTOUR, World Architecture Day by UAPSA NU (October 2021)
- “Manila: Future Habitations” by AECOM & Harvard University Graduate School of Design (Intramuros, Manila, Sept. 2018)
- Millennials to Revitalize Intramuros by Intramuros Administration and Escuela Taller de Filipinas Foundation (Intramuros, Manila, March, 2018)
PORTFOLIO
Architectural College Thesis
Modern-day Bahay na Bato
A Proposed Bungalow
Interior Works
Earth to Archi!As an aspiring architect, my goal is to promote and embrace "Sustainable architecture"- the theory, science and style of buildings designed and constructed in accordance with environmentally friendly principles. To also sustain resources for future generations, my designs will prioritize sustainable sites & transportation, energy and water efficiency, local materials, indoor air quality and green innovations.
MODERN DAY BAHAY NA BATO
A PROPOSED TWO-STOREY RESIDENTIAL HOMEThe proposed Two-storey Residential Home is inspired by the “Bahay na Bato,” reflecting the Spanish influence on a Filipino home design. From the stone material to the wooden accents, the variety of texture and natural earth colors create a harmony with the environment and provide a relaxing ambiance. The large panels of glass curtain walls do not only add modern touch, but allow natural light to luminate inside the house during day time.
Architectural Thesis 2019
A PROPOSED ECO BUSINESS AND TOURISM COMPLEX IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF SAN JUAN, LA UNIONThe proposed Eco Business and Tourism Complex in San Juan, La Union is a mixed-used development, which will serve as the local government’s Tourist Information Center and municipal hot spot for business, commerce and leisure. The project also intends to address San Juan’s lack of accommodation and parking spaces by the beach, as reviewed by local and foreign tourists. While providing shopping stores, restaurants, surfboard rentals, bike lanes and shaded resting areas, the proposed project aims to promote eco-friendliness through it’s green building design and sustainability for everyone.
