Est. 2008 · Manila · Singapore · Dubai

Architecture
that endures
generations

Built Environment  ·  Capital  ·  Assets  ·  Legacy

17+
Years
140
Projects
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Studios
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Residential Architecture· Commercial Design· Master Planning· Interior Design· Landscape Architecture· Design Consultancy· Built Environment· Capital Assets· Legacy Projects· Residential Architecture· Commercial Design· Master Planning· Interior Design· Landscape Architecture· Design Consultancy· Built Environment· Capital Assets· Legacy Projects·
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Lorcatecture studio Architecture detail
Est. 2008
Who We Are

A practice built
on conviction

Lorcatecture Group is a multidisciplinary architecture and design practice with studios in Manila, Singapore, and Dubai. For over seventeen years, we have worked with private clients, institutions, and property developers to realise spaces of lasting significance.

We operate at the intersection of design excellence and investment intelligence — understanding that great architecture is not merely aesthetic, but the most enduring form of capital that a client can own.

"We do not design buildings. We create environments that outlive their architects and define the legacy of those who commission them."
Design Excellence
Investment Intelligence
Cultural Sensitivity
Lasting Legacy
Client Partnership
Sustainable Practice
What We Do

Comprehensive
design expertise

01
Architectural Design
From bespoke private residences to landmark commercial towers — architecture that balances beauty, function, and enduring value across every scale.
02
Interior Design
Curated interior environments that extend the architectural vision inward. Every surface, material, and detail considered in concert with the whole.
03
Master Planning
Strategic planning for developments at the community and district scale. Creating frameworks for growth that respect context and serve future generations.
04
Landscape Architecture
Designed outdoor environments that extend the life of built spaces — from private estate gardens to large-scale resort and civic landscapes.
05
Design Consultancy
Expert advisory on architectural quality, development positioning, and design strategy for investors, developers, and institutional clients.
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Project Management
Rigorous oversight from brief to handover, protecting design intent while managing programme, cost, and contractor relationships with precision.
Selected Work

Projects that define
skylines and communities

The Vela Residences
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Residential

The Vela Residences

Bonifacio Global City, Manila

Meridian Tower
↗

Commercial

Meridian Tower

Singapore CBD

Solano Cultural Centre
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Cultural

Solano Cultural Centre

Cebu City

Arca District
↗

Mixed-Use

Arca District

Dubai, UAE

Casa Lorca Estates
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Residential

Casa Lorca Estates

Alabang, Metro Manila

The Team

People behind
the practice

Rafael Lorca

Rafael Lorca

Founding Principal

30 years shaping civic and residential architecture across Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Former visiting professor at the University of Santo Tomas.

Isabela Santos

Isabela Santos

Design Director

Former Yale faculty member. Leads the conceptual design process across all studio locations. Winner of the IIDA Asia Pacific Design Award 2023.

Marco Navarro

Marco Navarro

Principal, Singapore

Specialist in mixed-use developments and transit-oriented communities. Holds a Master of Urban Design from the National University of Singapore.

Leila Osman

Leila Osman

Principal, Dubai

Award-winning designer recognised for landmark cultural and commercial projects in the Gulf. Named among Gulf Business Top 50 Creative Leaders 2024.

Client Voices

What our clients
say

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Lorcatecture didn't just design our headquarters — they redefined how our company presents itself to the world. The building has become a statement of who we are."

AC

Antonio Cruz

CEO, Meridian Capital Group · Manila

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"The team brought an extraordinary level of care to every detail of our home. Fifteen years on, it still feels contemporary and deeply personal — that is remarkable."

SR

Sophia Reyes

Private Residence Client · Alabang

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"As a developer, I needed a firm that understood both design and return on investment. Lorcatecture delivered a project that sold at 40% above comparable properties."

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David Tan

Director, Lumina Properties · Singapore

Journal & Insights

Conversations about
the built world

Urban density article

Urban Design

Why density, done right, creates stronger communities

High-density living is often misunderstood. When designed with intention, compact urban environments foster social connection and long-term wellbeing.

Rafael Lorca June 2026 6 min read

Architecture as asset

Investment

Architecture as asset: how design adds enduring value

Properties defined by exceptional design consistently outperform the market. We explore what drives architectural premium and how to capture it.

Isabela Santos May 2026 8 min read

Design process

Practice

From brief to legacy: inside the Lorcatecture design process

Every project begins with a single question: what does this place need to become? A look inside our process from first meeting to handover.

Marco Navarro April 2026 5 min read

Begin a Conversation

Let's talk about
your project

Whether you are in the early stages of an idea or ready to commission, we welcome conversations with clients who share a commitment to design excellence and lasting impact.

Manila Studio

32F Ayala Tower One, BGC
Taguig City 1634, Philippines

+63 2 8888 0000 · manila@lorcatecture.xyz

Singapore Studio

1 Raffles Quay, #21-02
Singapore 048583

+65 6888 0000 · singapore@lorcatecture.xyz

Dubai Studio

Dubai Design District, Building 6
Dubai, UAE

+971 4 888 0000 · dubai@lorcatecture.xyz

Request a Consultation

We respond to all enquiries within 2 business days.

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LORA — Design AI
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LORA

Lorcatecture AI Design Consultant

Hello. I'm LORA, Lorcatecture's AI design consultant. I can help you explore our portfolio, understand our services, or begin thinking through your project. How can I assist?

Smart Design Brief

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