METamporphosis: Reviving Filipino Heritage | Gerard Lico | TEDxUPDiliman

Gerard Lico is a Professor in the University of the Philippines Diliman College of Architecture. He is a multi-awarded author of publications on Philippine architecture and cultural studies, designer and curator of pioneering exhibitions in architecture, and produced and directed film documentaries on Philippine architecture and allied arts. He is currently the Consulting Architect for the restoration of the Manila Metropolitan Theater. Gerard Lico introduces the idea of how Filipinos should take ownership of abandoned buildings, to be more proactive in understanding and shaping the Filipino culture and identity. Gerard Lico is a Professor in the University of the Philippines Diliman College of Architecture,. He is a multi-awarded author of publications on Philippine architecture and cultural studies, designer and curator of pioneering exhibitions in architecture, and produced and directed film documentaries on Philippine architecture and allied arts. He is currently the Consulting Architect for the restoration of the Manila Metropolitan Theater. Gerard Lico introduces the idea of how Filipinos should take ownership of abandoned buildings, to be more proactive in understanding and shaping the Filipino culture and identity. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@ghiberti]

Mr. Lico's noble endeavor helps revive the dignity of the city of Manila! Amazing work! His books are also amazing!

[@wtfstudioinc.1827]

Sana mabili nila yung Manila Post Office building para completos rekados na. Banyuhay!

[@hijodelsoldeoriente]

Let's rebuild Old Manila one building at a time.

[@jrpatao]

Sir Gerard, i love the shirt!

[@phillipgrande9147]

POST OFFICE PLEASEEEEE 😍

[@gahffy9639]

We're almost a race yall!

[@TheTotodor]

I've ALWAYS wondered what Manila would look like if the war dint happen... . . . 🤔
Watching this in 2024 lols