Design Dynasty:

How Coscolluela Helped Shape the Nation’s Skylines

For more than half a century, WVCA has stood at the forefront of Philippine architecture, helping define Metro Manila’s skyline and beyond. The firm’s founder, William V. Coscolluela, established a legacy built on visionary design, client-centric service, and a deep understanding of the evolving needs of urban growth.

Under Coscolluela’s leadership — and now carried forward by his sons, Gary L. Coscolluela and Gil L. Coscolluela — WVCA evolved from crafting modest residential projects to designing high-rise towers, commercial landmarks, and mixed-use developments that anchor major business districts.

The article highlights how the firm’s dynamic collaboration and shared family vision enabled it to remain relevant through decades of architectural change. From early concrete-heavy buildings to modern glass-and-steel towers, WVCA adapted its style, materials, and methodologies — balancing aesthetic ambition with functional efficiency and sustainability.

Notably, several of the firm’s hallmark projects are featured, showcasing their breadth and impact: from corporate towers like RCBC Plaza and Robinsons Equitable Tower to modern landmarks such as JG Summit Center and green-accredited buildings like Zuellig Building.

The piece frames WVCA not just as a firm, but as a “design dynasty” — a family-led architectural institution whose multi-generational leadership continues to shape the nation’s structural identity while evolving with new challenges and standards.

The new Chinabank Headquarters

Artist renders of the Yuchengco Center