Melissa Ann C. Patano

Photography by Colorworld Baguio


Associate Architect

MELISSA ANN C. PATANO

uap, maehp



On assigned projects, provides technical support in project conceptualization, design and coordination; periodic inspection of assigned projects under construction. Production support for various projects, varying from residential to institutional and commercial buildings.

Master of Arts in Environmental and Habitat Planning (MAEHP), 2016
Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines
Graduated with honors—Cum Laude

Bachelor of Science in Architecture, 2002
Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines

"Archicad Basic and Intermediate Course" by Azure Linea Group Inc., August 10, 2014
St. Louis University, Baguio City

"Architecture as a Platform for Nation-Building"
Speaker: Arch. Dominic Q. Galicia, April 11, 2014 SMX Convention Center, Pasay City

"Architecture and Innovation: Harnessing Untapped Resources"
Speaker: Dr. William G. Padolina, April 11, 2014 SMX Convention Center, Pasay City

"Finding Obo!: The Ease of Getting Construction Permits in the Philippines"
Speaker: Arch. Edison Ching Padilla, April 11, 2014 SMX Convention Center, Pasay City

"Meaning of Community Design: A Personal Experience Through Architecture"
Speaker: George Kunihiro, FAIA, April 12, 2014 SMX Convention Center, Pasay City

"Climate Change and Survival Architecture"
Speaker: Mr. Robert B. Guevara, April 12, 2014 SMX Convention Center, Pasay City

"Uniting Stakeholders in Building Catholic Churches"
Speaker: Fr. Alex O. Bautista, April 12, 2014 SMX Convention Center, Pasay City

"Archion Architects: Out of the Box Practices"
Speaker: Daniel A. Lichauco, April 12, 2014, SMX Convention

From 2009 to present
R.G.Chan and Associates
Associate Architect
On assigned projects, provides technical support in project conceptualization, design and coordination; periodic inspection of assigned projects under construction. Production support for various projects, varying from residential to institutional and commercial buildings.

June 2008 to Present
Saint Louis University, Baguio City
Instructor
Adjunct instructor, handling various architectural subjects such as: Architectural Design, Architectural Graphics, Visual Techniques, Building Technology, Professional Practice, Theory of Design, History of Architecture, Descriptive Geometry, Humanities.

April 2008
R.A.M Review Center, Baguio City
Utilities Instructor (Part-Time)
Taught Utilities Subject (Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, Fire Protection and Acoustics) to Architecture Graduates who are planning to take their Board Examinations.
Gave guidelines and inputs to the students on how to take the board exams.
Prepared mock exam questions for the reviewees

July 2007 to April 2008
Von Watson Architects - Guam and Baguio Branch
3d Renderer (Part-Time)
Implemented Designs for 3D Presentations and Walkthrough. Projects Range from: Bank, Service Stations, Grocery, Departments Stores, Condominiums

October & April 2007
R.A.M Review Center, Baguio City
Utilities Instructor (Part-Time)
Taught Utilities Subject (Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, Fire Protection and Acoustics) to Architecture Graduates who are planning to take their Board Examinations.
Gave guidelines and inputs to the students on how to take the board exams.
Prepared mock exam questions for the reviewees

From June 2006 to May 2008
R.G. Chan and Associates
Associate Architect (Part-Time)
Responsible for the design development and production of drawings and other construction documents for various projects ranging from residences to religious and commercial buildings.

From June 2005 to May 2008
Ang and Ang Associates
Project Architect (Per Project basis)
Design team leader responsible for working directly with the client, presenting design development ideas and incorporating client feedback into the architectural, structural, electrical and plumbing plans.
Produced architectural renderings and graphics and coordinated production of presentation materials used by the client for negotiations regarding processing of building permit with the City.
Responsible, for schematic site design, building configuration and unit distribution, building massing, and production of digital computer renderings and presentation materials for various projects in Baguio City

From February 2004 to June 2007
GLA Civil Engineers Inc.
Architect, 3d Renderer
U.S. Address:414 Mason Street, Suite 404, San Francisco, CA 94102
Phil Address:#149 Woodsgate Compound, Camp 7, Baguio City Philippines
Responsible, with Ralph Masloff (Principal), for schematic design, 3D modeling, renderings and client presentations.
Member of the CAD committee responsible for setting and enforcing office wide CAD standards, implementing software upgrades and training staff on new features.
In charge for production of AutoCAD Topographic/Geodetic Drawings of land areas as requisites for land development designs.
Creates engineering/architectural drawings from raw data provided from physical field surveys. Projects range from small to large residential units, multiple family dwellings, and commercial buildings.

From October 2003 to May 2005
Mr. and Mrs. Jojo Valarao
Freelance Designer/3D Renderer/AutoCAD Operator
Responsible for conceptual design, design development and production of graphic presentation materials.
Worked directly with the client to develop comprehensive planning guidelines and a master plan for a 5 hectares subdivision.
Responsible for the production and coordination of all 3D computer modeling and rendering.

From October 2002 to March 2003
Freelance Designer/3D Renderer/AutoCAD Operator
Responsible for conceptual design, design development and production of graphic presentation materials.
Responsible for the production and coordination of all 3D computer modeling and rendering.

From March 2002 to February 2004
R.G. Chan and Associates
AutoCAD Operator/Draftswoman/Office Staff
888 City Camp Road, Baguio City Philippines 2600
Provided technical support in project conceptualization, design and coordination of assigned projects under implementation.
Assisted the Architect group during the design phase of each project copying drawings and documents.
Participated in the preparation of working drawings, construction documents and specifications for projects that range from small to large residences, multiple family dwellings, religious, institutional and commercial buildings.
Liased with the Design and Engineering team to ensure that they are in receipt of up to date versions of project drawings.
Performed general administrative tasks including the copying, printing and filing of drawings
Girl-Friday to principal architect on office affairs of this design-geared (CADD & CAE) office

United Architects of the Philippines (UAP)
Baguio City Chapter, member
Ex-Officio – Fiscal Year 2014-2015
President – Fiscal Year 2013-2014
Vice President for Prog. and Development – Fiscal Year 2012-2013
Vice President for Operations – Fiscal Year 2011-2012
Treasurer – Fiscal Year 2009-2011
Auditor – Fiscal Year 2008-2009
Secretary – Fiscal Year 2007-2008

Professional Registration Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)
Registered Architect No. 20694

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