
Who we are
Blasco Architects is a full-service design consultancy specializing in the design of high-end residences, resorts, and hotels. Established in 2014 and now based in Cagayan de Oro, Philippines, the firm has completed over 70 projects in the past 11 years.
The company is led by Principal Architect Paul Blasco, a graduate of the University of the Philippines – Diliman, where his undergraduate thesis was recognized among the best of his batch. That same year, he was a recipient of the Philip Recto Design Excellence Award. After graduation, he spent five years in Manila working under the firms of F. L. Santaromana Designs, Ecotektonika, Inc., and Leandro V. Locsin & Partners. By 2013, he had relocated to Cebu, serving as Site Architect for Bai Hotel Cebu and Project Architect for a two-tower condominium in Myanmar under the Singaporean firm A+P GRP. In 2014, he returned to Iligan and started Blasco Architects.
With over 17 years of professional experience, he continues to provide hands-on leadership and creative direction across all of the company’s projects.
What we believe in
We believe that emotion is the ultimate measure of human life—and, by extension, the highest calling of architecture. A space may be functional, beautiful, and structurally sound, but it is only when it stirs feeling that it becomes meaningful. To remain relevant to the human experience and endure across generations, architecture must transcend mere reason and create environments that resonate on a deeply personal level.
Our approach begins with listening—intimately understanding not just how our clients live, but what they value, what comforts them, what inspires them. Through this bespoke process, we shape spaces that reflect the essence of personal identity and memory. Whether it’s a quiet nook for solitude or a double-height living room that captures the light just right, every design choice is an act of intentionality and empathy.
This emotional depth is elevated by our pursuit of understated elegance—a design language marked by restraint, clarity, and purpose. We avoid excess in favor of timeless forms and subtle details that speak softly but leave a lasting impression. It is elegance without extravagance, beauty without pretense.
Ultimately, our work is grounded in technical expertise. From proportion and materiality to construction execution, we take pride in ensuring that each detail supports not only the visual narrative but the lived one.
What we offer
We offer a comprehensive suite of professional design services, guiding each project from initial concept to final interior styling. Our holistic approach ensures a seamless integration of design and functionality across every stage of development. Our full-service package includes:
Architectural Design – Shaping spatial experiences through thoughtful planning, proportion, and form.
Interior Design – Crafting interiors that reflect personality, enhance functionality, and elevate daily living.
Garden Design – Extending the design language into the outdoors for cohesive visual harmony.
Material Specification – Curating high-quality finishes, fixtures, and construction materials suited to both design intent and performance.
Product Sourcing – Sourcing, procuring, and coordinating owner-supplied materials that align with the project’s vision and lifestyle needs.
Construction Supervision – Overseeing execution to ensure design fidelity and build quality.
Interior Styling – Finalizing the spatial narrative with curated furnishings, décor, and details that bring the space to life.