Juan Nakpil
Filipino architect (1899–1986) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Nakpil and the second or maternal family name is de Jesús.
Juan Felipe de Jesús Nakpil, KGCR, KSS (born Juan Felipe Nakpil y de Jesús; May 26, 1899 – May 7, 1986) known as Juan Nakpil, was a Filipino architect, teacher and a community leader. In 1973, he was named one of the National Artists for architecture.[2] He was regarded as the Dean of Filipino Architects.
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Sir Juan F. Nakpil | |
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Personal details | |
Born | Juan Felipe Nakpil y de Jesús (1899-05-26)May 26, 1899[1] Quiapo, Manila, Captaincy General of the Philippines |
Died | May 7, 1986(1986-05-07) (aged 86) Manila, Philippines |
Spouse | Anita Agoncillo Noble |
Children | 4 |
Parent(s) | Julio Nakpil (father) Gregoria de Jesús (mother) |
Alma mater | University of the Philippines University of Kansas Fontainebleau School of Fine Arts |
Occupation | Architect |
Awards | Order of National Artists of the Philippines |
Religion | Roman Catholicism |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Philippines |
Branch/service | Philippine Army |
Rank | Major |
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