Alliance Française de Manille (AFM) and De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde School of Design & Arts (SDA) present “Extra-Muros: Architectures of Delight” a photo exhibition on contemporary architecture in France, and how it is perceived by ordinary people. The exhibition, which focuses on exchanges and diversity, will also show SDA students’ video works on contemporary architecture in Manila. Documentaries and lectures by Filipino and French architects on contemporary architecture, urbanism, sustainable architecture, community development and heritage, will be organized from Jan 26 to Feb 19.  The opening reception will feature a DJ’s performance on urban sounds. 

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Series of Lectures by Filipino Architects an Urban Planners at De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde SDA Campus/mcad

Jan 26 - Tuesday 1:30 pm 1st Scheduled Lecture
Speakers: Arch'.t Norma Alarcon - Historian of Philippine Architecture. Expert on Architectural Cultural Heritage.

Arch.t Mico Manalo: Expert on Arch'tl Heritage appreciation, conservation & preservation.

Feb 01 - Monday 1:30 pm 2nd Scheduled Lecture
Speakers: Arch't. Paolo Alcazaren, Editor of Blue Print Magazine. Vanguard of Architectural Heritage, conservation, preservation & restoration.

Arch't. Mark Morales Enp - Urban Planner & Sustainable Architecture.

Feb 11, Thursday 1:30 pm 3rd Scheduled Lecture
Speakers: Arch'.t Liza Crespo, LEED Architect, Expert on Green & Sustainable Architecture

Mayor Fernando of Marikina City - to speak on Sustainable Urban & Community Development of Marikina City, post Ondoy.

Feb 17, Wednesday 1:30 pm 4th & Final Lecture Day
Speakers: Archt. Augusto Villalon - Conservationist, Archictural Conservation, Preservation & Restoration.

A tty. B. Serrano President / CEO of Vista Land, an MBVillar Company - To discuss on Sustainable Subdivision & Community Development.

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“Extra-Muros: Architectures of Delight” offers alternatives designed to attract those who have always felt that contemporary architecture was unbearable. It forces them to change their point of view and forget their preconceptions, because it speaks of adventure, invention and creativity.  Thus viewers are led imperceptibly to the consideration of contemporary architecture as something other than a closed world or reserved domain – which also explains the choice of showing only documents that can be read and understood by everyone (no plans, or cross-sections or technical drawings).

“Extra-Muros: Architectures of Delight” is an exhibition originally produced and designed from a catalogue of photographs and critics of contemporary architecture, coordinated by the Cité de l’architecture et du patrimoine/Institut français d’architecture. This exhibition has been specifically tailored for a worldwide presentation, focusing on architecture in tune with current urban situations, territorial and program-related issues that are relevant throughout the world.

“Extra-Muros: Architectures of Delight” is organized by Alliance Française de Manille and De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde School of Design & Arts with the support of the Embassy of France to the Philippines and Culturesfrance.

“Extra-Muros: Architectures of Delight” opens at the mcad in De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde SDA Campus on Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 7pm. It will be on exhibit until February 19, 2010.  For high resolution images, details about the exhibit and lectures, kindly contact Ms. Sabrina Durand (Cultural Officer) at 895 7441 / 895 7585 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it You may visit the AFM website:  www.alliance.ph or De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde School of Design & Arts: www.dls-csb.edu.ph.

Gallery days and hours:

mcad at De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde SDA Campus

950 P.Ocampo Street, Malate, Manila

Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm.

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“Extra-muros : architectures de l’enchantement” est une exposition conçue et réalisée sur la base d’un inventaire photographique et critique d’architecture contemporaine. Produite par la Cité de l’architecture et du patrimoine à Paris, en relation étroite avec l'Institut Français de Düsseldorf, elle a été spécifiquement adaptée pour des expositions internationales par CulturesFrance (opérateur délégué des ministères français des Affaires étrangères et de la Culture pour les échanges culturels internationaux).

“Extra-muros : architectures de l’enchantement” interroge notre regard sur l’architecture contemporaine. Son objectif affiché : redonner goût à l’architecture contemporaine, attiser la curiosité, frapper l’imagination et susciter le désir en montrant qu’elle peut être attrayante, surprenante et captivante. Les quarante projets photographiques et les textes critiques originaux d’“Extra-muros : architectures de l’enchantement” forment un vaste paysage panoramique de l'architecture française contemporaine. Les dessins et représentations techniques (plans, coupes) ont été intentionnellement écartés de l’exposition afin de parler au plus grand nombre de visiteurs.

En ne présentant que des architectures capables d’enchanter la réalité, “Extra-muros : architectures de l’enchantement” offre des portes dérobées pour attirer ceux qui jugent l’architecture contemporaine ennuyeuse. Elle les force à changer d’angle de vues, à oublier leurs préjugés. Cette exposition incite à démocratiser  l’architecture contemporaine et à la considérer autrement qu’un monde fermé ou un domaine réservé. Par un effet de masse critique, la juxtaposition des quarante projets tend à convaincre que la “bonne” architecture n’est pas aussi rare qu’il n’y paraît et que si on ne la voit pas, c’est sûrement parce qu’elle n’est pas là où on l’attend.

“Extra-muros, architectures de l’enchantement” a représenté la France à la première Triennale internationale d’architecture de Lisbonne, en 2007. Elle a été présentée à Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Bangkok, Houston, Johannesburg, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New Delhi, Nicosie, Prague, Pristina, Riyad, Sofia et Sydney.

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Extra-muros: architectures de l’enchantement est organisé avec la participation de Sommelier Selection

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Extra-Muros : Architectures of Delight is organized with the participation of Sommelier Selection

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