Architect Medardo Cadiz – 300 Most Influential Filipinos in the Gulf Through his company, Cadiz International, Architect Medardo Cadiz stands tall in the world of global architecture representing Filipino creativity that is world-class. The makers of newly renovated Burjuman Center, Manar Mall in Ras Al Khaimah, and the awe-inspiring RAK Palace Majlis, Cadiz International, which has offices in the UAE, Philippines and the USA, works through the elements of the environment, context and content.  Medardo is fortunate to have worked with clients who give them the creative freedom to execute projects that are not only aesthetically pleasing but are also functional and efficient. They have completed many projects around the world, the most recent include Al Khawaleez Residence for a prominent Dubai family, the Waterfront World Fish Market, Samasta Movenpick Hotel in Bali, Golden Triangle Mixed-Use Development in Jakarta, One Galaxy Super Block in Surabaya, and Cadiz Residence North Carolina USA, among others. Medardo believes that Filipino architects are born creative. He knows this having employed and mentored many of them across his 30 years in practice. He adds, “It’s in the nurturing that can help them transcend to becoming world-class architects.” He also encourages Filipinos towards cultural immersion and cultivating friendships with both locals and other expats wherever they are. “Not only will you benefit from engaging with the local community, conversely the host community will benefit from you, exposing them to the wonderful Filipino culture and values. This is very important.” __________________ Illustrado 300 Most Influential Filipinos in the Gulf is Supported by: Kaya Skin Clinic,  Emirates Airline, and Unilever. Special Thanks to Michael Cinco, Ezra Couture , Giordano, Darcey Flowers, IKON Solutions, Victors Freight, MPQ Tourism, Asia Gulf Companies –La Carne & Filfood, WOL Water Get a copy of Illustrado 300 Most Influential Filipinos in the Gulf Legacy Edition

 

 

100 Most Influential Filipinos in the Gulf 2018: Medardo Cadiz – Architect Extraordinaire

  You may not know it, but highly acclaimed Filipino architect Medardo Cadiz, and his group Cadiz International, are the prolific masterminds behind some of the most remarkable architectural developments in the UAE. As the driving force behind projects like the newly renovated Burjuman Center, Manar Mall in Ras Al Khaimah, and the awe-inspiring RAK Palace Majlis building, Medardo has several new developments launching later this year including the Deira Fish and World Market. “It’s magical what’s happening in the UAE.  All the creative people, including the Filipinos, are busy innovating ideas and producing exceptional works that celebrate the multi-cultural makeup of the country,” Medardo attests.   As for his international projects, he and his group just opened the new Samasta Hotel/Lifestyle Village in Jimbaran, Bali – which was recently voted one of the top five best hotel/lifestyle and shopping developments in Bali. Also within the region, they and their Indonesian client won in the “Gold in Retail and Lifestyle” category from the prestigious FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Awards in Paris France, for their work on the Serpong City and Bekasi Center.   To be successful in the industry, it is most important is to be able to forge long-lasting relationships with clients, according to Medardo.  Having strong ties with clients like the northern U.A.E. Rulers and Crown Princes, Cadiz shares: “Have an entrepreneurial spirit.  Do more listening than talking.  Learn the client’s social and cultural values, their business goals and personality traits.”   With his wealth of experience, Medardo has taken several young Filipino architects under his and his firm’s wing, mentoring creatives to become confident in expressing themselves in the global arena: “After working several years at our firm, the alumni of Cadiz International go out into the world to become successful architects in their own right. For that, we are very proud.”   _________________________________________________________________________________________ Photography by: Minileo Cadiz

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