In this episode of BluPrint Conversations, Chad Rialp sits down with architect Deo Alrashid Alam to explore the relevance of Filipino indigenous architecture—why it matters, what we can learn from it, and how it continues to influence and inspire modern design today.<br /><br />From honoring cultural identity to integrating sustainable practices, Architect Deo shares insights on heritage, identity, and value of Filipino architecture.<br /><br />#bluprint #bluprintconversations #deoalrashidalam #deoalam #philippinearchitecture #philippineindigenousarchitecture #tawitawi #mindanao #mindanaoarchitecture #bihingtahik #currentsforcurrents #architectinterview #architect101 #architectinsights <br /><br />0:00 – Introduction<br />0:42 – Meet Architect Deo Alrashid Alam<br />1:00 - How would Deo Alam define Philippine Indigenous Architecture<br />1:36 - Why do you think Traditional Forms are still relevant today?<br />2:38 - Why do Mindanaons express their roots more through Architecture?<br />3:19 - What drew Deo Alam to Indigenous Architecture?<br />4:34 - Currents for Currents<br />6:36 - Designing Bongao Municipal Hall<br />7:47 - Designing Bihing Tahik<br />9:00 - Respecting Indigenous Design in Modern Architecture<br />9:42 - Challenges with Indigenous Materials and Craftsmanship<br />10:37 - Final Thoughts<br /><br />Get the latest BluPrint updates: https://bluprint-onemega.com/<br />Subscribe to BluPrint's E-magazine here: https://bluprint-onemega.com/emag/<br /> <br />*Follow BluPrint for more:*<br />Subscribe to BluPrint Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BluPrintTV<br />Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bluprintmag<br />Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluprintmag/<br />Twitter X: https://twitter.com/bluprintmag<br /><br />*ABOUT BluPrint*<br />BluPrint stands as the leading authority on design and architecture in the Philippines and across Southeast Asia—spotlighting spaces that elevate form, function, and the way we live.
