How Are Land Reclamation Projects Shaping Metro Manila's Urban Landscape?

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The Urbanist’s Lens

The Urbanist's Lens

22 episodes

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The Urbanist’s Lens takes you on a deep dive into the world of urban design and planning — exploring how cities are shaped, who they serve, and how they can be reimagined for a more sustainable and inclusive future. Each episode unpacks the layers of the built environment, from streetscapes and public spaces to zoning laws and urban policies, through the eyes of planners, architects, designers, and community leaders. Written and produced by Christian Andro Madrogaba

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The Urbanist’s Lens takes you on a deep dive into the world of urban design and planning — exploring how cities are shaped, who they serve, and how they can be reimagined for a more sustainable and inclusive future. Each episode unpacks the layers of the built environment, from streetscapes and public spaces to zoning laws and urban policies, through the eyes of planners, architects, designers, and community leaders. Written and produced by Christian Andro Madrogaba

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How Are Land Reclamation Projects Shaping Metro Manila's Urban Landscape?

The Urbanist’s Lens

9 minutes 8 seconds

8 months ago

How Are Land Reclamation Projects Shaping Metro Manila's Urban Landscape?

In this episode of The Urbanist’s Lens, hosts Drew and Andrea dive into the complex world of land reclamation projects in Metro Manila, focusing on major developments like Manila Waterfront City and Pasay Harbor City. They explore how these large-scale initiatives are reshaping the urban landscape, offering potential solutions to Metro Manila’s chronic congestion while driving economic growth through expanded commercial and residential spaces.

The Urbanist’s Lens is written and produced by Andro Madrogaba.

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Manila Waterfront City Development Project (Reclamation of 318 Hectare Land). (n.d.). Public-Private Partnership Center. Retrieved from https://ppp.gov.ph/ppp_projects/manila-waterfront-development/

Pasay Harbor City Corporation. (n.d.). Our Projects. Retrieved from https://harborcityph.com/our-projects/

Philippine Reclamation Authority. (2018). Proposed Manila Waterfront City Reclamation Project City of Manila. Environmental Impact Assessment. Retrieved from https://eia.emb.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/AA-EIS-Manila-Waterfront-City-4.pdf

Philippine Reclamation Authority. (2018). Proposed 265 Hectare Pasay Harbour Reclamation Project. Project Description Report. Retrieved from https://eia.emb.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/PDR-for-posting.pdf

Ronda, R. A. (2022, August 29). Waterfront Manila Premier Development Inc. PhilStar Global. Retrieved from https://www.philstar.com/business/2022/08/29/2205981/waterfront-manila-premier-development-inc

Rosales, E. F. (2019, October 1). Pasay City reclamation project gets PCC's nod. BusinessMirror. Retrieved from https://businessmirror.com.ph/2019/10/01/pasay-city-reclamation-project-gets-pccs-nod/

The Manila Times. (2025, January 8). Pasay 360: A closer look at PBBM's legacy for PH's sustainable economic development. Retrieved from https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/08/business/top-business/pasay-360-a-closer-look-at-pbbms-legacy-for-phs-sustainable-economic-development/2032487