Pablo antonio born
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I have always been a Modernist ever since I took up architecture. Some of the so-called modern works are genuine and some are false. The false sacrifice utility for design. The genuine combine both utility and design effectively.
Pablo Severo Antonio
Avant-garde, daring, an iconoclast, and one who in the words of Rodrigo D. Perez III (2018), “aimed for boldness and vigor”, Pablo Severo Antonio, Sr. pioneered modern Philippine Architecture and was the foremost Modernist during his time. His architecture adapted Art Deco, which at its introduction was considered radical in contrast to Neoclassicism and Revivalist movements that prevailed under the earlier years of the American regime.
Antonio embraced the simplicity of surfaces, bold shapes and forms, and sleek lines of the streamlined motif. His works merged inside and outside space – creating a singularity between built environment and nature. Notable traits in Antonio’s portfolio are the presence of indoor gardens and ponds, slanted panoramic windows, and sunscreens to achieve functions of natural lighting and ventilation.
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Pablo Antonio
Filipino architect (1902–1975)
In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Sebero and the surname or paternal family name is Antonio.
Pablo Sebero Antonio, Sr. (January 25, 1901 – June 14, 1975)[1] was a Filipinoarchitect. A pioneer of modern Philippine architecture,[2] he was recognized in some quarters as the foremost Filipino modernist architect of his time.[3] The rank and title of National Artist of the Philippines was conferred on him by PresidentFerdinand Marcos in 1976.
Early life
Antonio was born in Binondo, Manila on January 25, 1901. He was orphaned by the age of 12, and had to work in the daytime in order to finish his high school education and work at night. He studied architecture at the Mapua Institute of Technology but dropped out of school.
Ramon Arevalo, the engineer in charge of the Legislative Building project, funded Antonio's education at the University of London. He completed a five-year architecture course in three years, graduating in 1927.[3]
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1949 – 1974
In the post war years, Pablo S. Antonio built the iconic bungalow that was both his family home and a template for modern tropical architecture. His wife, Marina Reyes Antonio also used the home as an atelier for fashion design.
The home seamlessly melded exterior and interior spaces with the signature slanted windows, sweeping views of the garden and natural ventilation. A charming environment was created where the couple raised their children, entertained often and turned meetings with clients into social events.
1975 – 2006
With the passing of Pablo S. Antonio, the Zamora house continued to flourish as the home and atelier of his widow Marina Antonio. Even after their adult children had left to create their own homes, they would return regularly for family get-togethers for the holidays and other special occasions.
The house and its interiors remained basically unchanged, and during this time was able to serve as a venue for fashion editorials and salon type fashion shows.
2007 – Present
Following the passing of Marina Antonio.
1949 – 1974
In the post war years, Pablo S. Antonio built the iconic bungalow that was both his family home and a template for modern tropical architecture. His wife, Marina Reyes Antonio also used the home as an atelier for fashion design.
The home seamlessly melded exterior and interior spaces with the signature slanted windows, sweeping views of the garden and natural ventilation. A charming environment was created where the couple raised their children, entertained often and turned meetings with clients into social events.
1975 – 2006
With the passing of Pablo S. Antonio, the Zamora house continued to flourish as the home and atelier of his widow Marina Antonio. Even after their adult children had left to create their own homes, they would return regularly for family get-togethers for the holidays and other special occasions.
The house and its interiors remained basically unchanged, and during this time was able to serve as a venue for fashion editorials and salon type fashion shows.
2007 – Present
Following the passing of Marina Antonio.
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