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Runddy D. Ramilo
Founder + Global Studio Director
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Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture (Merit Award) UTM and Deakin University, Australia
Master of Science in Integrated Sustainable Design, National University of Singapore
Master of Science in Construction Management, University of the East, Phils
Bachelor of Science in Architecture (Scholar) National University, Phils​
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registration
Registered ASEAN Architect
Registered APEC Architect
Registered Architect, Phils​
LEED Green Associate (USGBC)
Memberships
Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Singapore Institute of Architects (SIA)
United Architects of the Philippines (UAP)
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Practice Experience​
Design Principal, International Design Associates (IDA) 2011-Present
Senior Consultant & Country Lead (Ph), HKS Architects, Singapore (2018 to Present)
Associate, Aedas, Singapore (2008-2011)
Design Manager, Wilson and Associates, Singapore (2005-2008)
Associate, Designphase Hospitality, Singapore (2001-2004)
Designer & 3d Renderer, DP Architects, Singapore (2000-2001)
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Teaching and Research Experience
Special Lecturer for Design Studio 7, Adamson University (2021-Present)
Professorial Lecturer, Master of Architecture Program, University of San Carlos (2011-2012)
Doctoral Researcher, Deakin University, Australia (2009-2012)
Doctoral Researcher, National University of Singapore (2008-2009)
Lecturer, Far Eastern University, Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts (1996-1999)
Adjunct Lecturer, Adamson University, College of Architecture (1996-1999)
Lecturer, National University, College of Architecture and Arts (1997-1999)
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Research Interests
Computational Design Innovation
Sustainable Design in the Tropics
Smart Hospitality Design
Designing for Health
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​Research Publications
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (2021) Smart Hospitality Design: Human Perception and Cognition, International Journal of Hospitality Management, Ongoing 2021
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Ramilo, Runddy D., Kishanni, Nirmal (2021) Post Covid-19 Public Housing in Singapore: A Critical Review, International Journal of the Built Environment, Ongoing 2021
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (2021) Car-lite Mobility in Cities, International Journal of Urban Sustainable Development, Ongoing 2021
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Ramilo, Runddy D, Embi, Rashid M, Datta, Sambit (2017) Building Performance Modelling: Parametric Study of Performative Building Skins for Energy Efficient Office Retrofit, 51st International Conference of Architectural Science Association (ANZAScA), School of Architecture, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand.
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Ramilo, Runddy D, Embi, Rashid M, Datta, Sambit (2017) Sustainable Design for Building Engineered for the Tropics: Exploring Performative Facade for Energy Efficiency, 6th International Network of Tropical Architecture Conference, Tropical Storms as a Setting for Adaptive Development and Architecture, University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida (USA) on 1-3 December 2017.
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Ramilo, Runddy D, Embi, Rashid M, Datta, Sambit (2016) Digital Innovation for Advanced Building Skins: Barriers and Adaptation Guidelines, 11th Conference on Advanced Building Skins 10-11 October 2016, Bern, Switzerland.
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Runddy Ramilo, Mohamed Rashid., Sambit Datta (2015) Barriers and Key Determinants Affecting Small and Big Architectural Practices (2015) Journal of Information Technology in Construction (ITCON) Indexed in Scopus
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Runddy Ramilo, Mohamed Rashid., Sambit Datta (2015) Digital Innovation for Sustainable Design: Technological and Organizational Barriers International Joint Conference Organized by University of Technology Malaysia, Hiroshima University and National University of Singapore, Skudai, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, Indexed in Scopus
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Runddy D. Ramilo, Mohamed Rashid Embi (2014) Critical Analysis of the Key Determinants and Barriers in Digital Innovation Adoption Among Architectural Firms, Frontiers of Architectural Research, ELSEVIER, Indexed in Scopus
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Runddy D. Ramilo, Mohamed Rashid Embi (2014) Comparative Analysis of Digital Innovation Tools and Barriers Between Small and Big Architectural Organizations, Journal of Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management Indexed in Scopus
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Runddy D. Ramilo, Mohamed Rashid Embi (2014) Digital Innovation in Architecture: Key Determinants and Barriers in the Case of Small Architectural firms, Journal of Information Technology in Construction , Indexed in Scopus
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (2013) Computationally Mediated Architecture: Genesis of Form Making for Complex Shape Structures, Scientific Journal of Architecture
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Ramilo, Runddy D. and Embi, Rashid M. (2013) Digital Technologies, Processes and Key Determinants in Search of a Framework for Digital Innovation, 7th International Conference of the Arab Society for Computer Aided Architectural Design (ASCAAD)
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Ramilo, Runddy D., Embi Rashid M., Vios, Ramon (2013) Key Determinants Affecting Digital Innovation Adoption: A Pilot Study Among Small Architectural Organizations, International Journal of Information Technology and Business Management, 16th Volume, ISSN is 2304-0777
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (2009) Parametric and Topologically-based Computer Aided Geometry Modelling, Journal of Architecture and Engineering Research, ICFAI India
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Shih, Rowell Ray and Ramilo, Runddy D. (2013) Visual Perception and Human Cognition of Urban Environments Using Semantic Scales, 7th International Conference of the Arab Society for Computer Aided Architectural Design (ASCAAD)
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Vios, Ramon N., and Ramilo, Runddy D. (2013) Digital Innovation in Design Practices: A Case Study on Digital Design Tools and Processes, International Journal of Engineering Research of Science and Technology
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (2013) Digital Innovation in Design Practices: Technologies, Opportunities and Challenges, International Journal of Information Technology
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (2009) Visual Perception in Design: Evaluating Design Presentations in Immersive Virtual Environments, ISCID Education Conference, Singapore
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Ramilo, Runddy D (2013) Algorithmic Architecture: The Application of Scripting to Evolutionary Design, International Journal of Engineering Research and Science & Technology, ISSN 2319-5991, Vol. 2, No. 4,
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Ramilo, Runddy D (2013) Multicultural Management Practices in Design Management: Views and Impediments International Journal of Engineering Research and Science & Technology
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Shih, Rowell Ray & Ramilo, Runddy D (2013) An Empirical Study of Visual Perception and Cognition of Urban Design Environments, International Journal for Architectural Computing (IJAC)
books Publications
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (2014) Computer Aided Architectural Design Innovation, ISBN: 978-971-9513-0-1, ArcStudio Publishing, National Library, Philippines.
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (2014) Philippine National Building Code Rule 7 and 8: Design Problems, ISBN: 978-621-95103-3-2, ArcStudio Publishing, National Library, Philippines.
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (2014), Expanded Design Handbook, ISBN: 978-621-95103-1-8, ArcStudio Publishing, National Library, Philippines.
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (2014), The ABC of the Philippine Architecture Licensure Examination, ISBN: 978-621-95103-2-5, ArcStudio Publishing, National Library, Philippines.
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (2014) Comprehensive Reviewer for Philippine Architecture Licensure Examination, ISBN: 978-621-95103-5-6, ArcStudio Publishing, National Library, Philippines.
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (2014) Discrete A-Z for Passing the Philippine Interior Design Licensure Examination, ISBN: 978-621-95103-4-9, ArcStudio Publishing, National Library, Philippines.
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (1999) Fundamentals of Building Technology, ISBN 971672-0-10-6 National Library, Manila, Philippines
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (2007) Virtual Interior Space, National Library, Manila, Philippines ISBN 978-971-93919-0-6
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Ramilo, Runddy D. (2007), Hotel Design: A Guide for Creative Visual Design Presentation, National Library, Manila, Philippines, ISBN 978-971-93919-1
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Olhuveli Resort and Spa: A Reference for Eco-Friendly and Tropical Resort Design , National Library, Philippines, ISBN 978-971-93919-2-0
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