In the reconstruction period after the Second World War, many of the destroyed buildings were rebuilt, however, a majority of heritage structures, especially in the provinces, were lost and never rebuilt. Many heritage districts in the provinces were burned down by the Japanese before the end of the war.
During World War II, large portions of Intramuros and Manila were destroyed.
In this period, the plan for the modern City of Manila was designed, with many neoclassical architecture and art deco buildings by famous American and Filipino architects. These were large houses built of stone and wood combining Filipino, Spanish and Chinese style elements.Īfter the Philippines was ceded to the United States as a consequence of the Spanish–American War in 1898, the architecture of the Philippines was dominated by American aesthetics. During this period the traditional Filipino Bahay na bató (Filipino for "house of stone") style for the large houses emerged. The Augustinian friars, along with other religious orders, built many grand churches and cathedrals all over the Philippine Islands. Most prominent historic structures in the archipelago are influenced by Austronesian, Chinese, Spanish, and American architectures.ĭuring three hundred thirty years of Spanish colonialization, the Philippine architecture was dominated by the Spanish influences. The architecture of the Philippines ( Filipino: Arkitekturang Pilipino) reflects the historical and cultural traditions in the country.
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