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IN the ever-evolving industry of architecture, innovation is the driving force that propels the profession forward, shaping the way we conceive, design and inhabit our built environments. From April 17 to 21, 2024, a record number of more than 8,000 Filipino architects gathered at SMX, Manila, for the highly anticipated 49th United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) National Convention, where the spotlight shone brightly on groundbreaking ideas, transformative technologies and the future of architectural practice.