Interview with Alner Pablo: An Architect of Value
It can be argued that the value of a design is measured by the ability of that idea or object to amend quality of life. There are others who see the value of design not only the end product, but the value of the process of design and how it contributes to the community.
SEA Olympus Marketing, Inc. is fortunate to have recently met Alner Pablo, a 5th year architecture student of Bataan Peninsula State University, who not only understands the value of design, and the individuals behind the ideas, but is actively engaged to bring together like minded individuals to redirect the design community’s process to new heights.
Alner Pablo is the 1st Placer of the 1st Polycarbonate Sheets Architectural Design Competition held last June-July 2012 and sponsored by Sunshield Polycarbonate Sheets, Sunlite Polycarbonate Sheets and Shutter Polycarbonate Sheets. He is the former Chapter President (A.Y. 2011-2012) of UAPSA-BPSU (United Architects of the Philippines Student Auxiliary). An active student-leader who shows an utmost passion in serving his co-students, colleagues and in the community. In our interview, he humbly shared his thoughts and his dream to become an architect of value .
Why do you want to become an architect?
Before, I want to be an architect because I want to work abroad to have big income. Many say that there's a lot of money in architecture. Somehow it is true, but as I grew up and continue to study architecture, I realized that earning should be my last priority. And now, I want to be an architect because I want to protect the earth. As a future designer, I’ll make sure that my proposals or my future projects must complement with nature so that others can still witness how beautiful our planet is.
What are the essential things that you learned in architecture?
Don’t waste your time. During my early days in architecture, time management is one of my weaknesses. I have lots of priorities and I admit that I can’t handle it “before”. I have also proven that “Kapag may tiyaga, may nilaga.” Masarap kasi sa pakiramdam kapag nakikita mo na mataas ang grade mo sa mga plates na pinagpuyatan at pinaghirapan mo, lalo kung nakikita din ng mga instructors mo yung improvement mo as you go along the way.
Do you have a dream project? What is your dream project?
Actually, one of my childhood dreams is to build an orphanage or shelter for those people who are less fortunate. I really love serving people. I also want to own a restaurant because I also love cooking, and with that I think having a green or sustainable orphanage and restaurant would be my dream project.
As an architecture student, what do you want to achieve in the future?
I want to be a respected professional in the near future. I do not want to be just an architect, but rather be an architect of value. I want to have lots of projects, big projects. Kasi, kapag yumaman ako, mas maa-achieve ko talaga yung dream ko na tumulong sa iba in the future.
Are there people in the field of architecture (both international and local) whom you admire most?
There are lots of people whom I admire in the field of architecture. My instructors (Architects) are some of them. They are my inspirations. I want to be or better than my instructor, Arch. Jose Emmanuel C. Pilar, who is very simple, approachable, God-fearing and an architect of value. Arch. Jun Palafox and Arch. Jose Ling who are well-known architects in our country are also my inspirations. I really admire all architects; they are an inspiration for me.
What is the most challenging part of being an architecture student?
In my case, the most challenging part of being an architecture student is to divide my time between academics, extra-curricular, and my social life as well. Engaging with all those responsibilities and passing my minor subjects are big challenges for me.
What are the tips that you can share in order to become a successful architecture student?
An architecture student should know his priorities. Exerting effort on how you will manage your time should also be a must. Always have a room for improvement. Put into your mind that there’s always better than you and what you are doing. Let that better being be your inspiration for your improvement. Do not stop challenging yourself and discovering new things. Always be down to earth and be fair to everyone. Lastly, an architecture student should always know how to pray regardless of how many deadlines you are required to meet.
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