1. San Miguel Corporation Headquarters
If you work in Ortigas, you've probably passed by the San Miguel Corporation head office multiple times. This iconic building that looks vastly different from the rectangular skyscrapers that surround it was designed by Mañosa and his brothers with the Banaue Rice Terraces in mind. Another National Artist, Ildefonso Santos Jr., worked on the landscaping making this building an important part of Filipino culture (aside from being the source of everyone's favorite beer and the headquarters of everyone's favorite basketball team, of course).
2. The Coconut Palace
The Coconut Palace is an iconic structure for many reasons. Originally commissioned by then First Lady Imelda Marcos as a guest house, it is famous for Pope John Paul II's refusal to stay in its premises for being too extravagant. It would be later converted to the Vice President's office and would be featured in many TV shows throughout the years. The Coconut Palace stands as a wonder of Philippine architecture, utilizing coconuts (what else) as a main building and design tool to great effect.
3. Edsa Shrine
Who has not passed by the Edsa Shrine? Built in 1989, the Shrine stands as a symbol of Filipino democracy and unity, it being the site of multiple peaceful revolutions that saw the removal of two presidents. According to the Edsa Shrine website, Mañosa designed the Shrine to "evoke the freedom of movement and the celebratory spirit of the original Edsa revolution." This can be seen in how open the shrine is to the streets and how it welcomes all passers-by with seemingly open arms.
4. Ateneo Rockwell
The Ateneo Rockwell campus is the most modern Mañosa structure on this list. Taking cues from the newer buildings in the Loyola Heights campus (that Mañosa also designed), the Rockwell building was designed to make use of natural lighting and ventilation. In true Mañosa fashion, the building also boasts of elements influenced by Filipino culture with its roof taking inspiration from traditional Ifugao structures.
5. Mary Immaculate Parish, Las Piñas
You've probably attended a wedding or two at the Mary Immaculate Parish in Las Piñas. Also known as the Nature Church, the structure immediately evokes a feeling of Filipino heritage with its bahay kubo- inspired vibe. Built in 1979, the Church featured many different native materials such as anahaw, capiz, and cogon. It suffered from a fire in the late 2000s and was restored while still adhering to Mañosa's original design.