Preface -- Between the earth and sky: early Philippine shelters and vernacular architectural heritage -- Days of cross and sword: architecture in the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period -- Building the imperial imagination: Philippine architecture during the American colonial period -- Out of the ashes: modernism and contemporary Philippine architecture.

Words and illustrations in this book will not only take us back to the origins of Philippine architecture per se and give us a glimpse of what was like back then when our ancestors only had caves, stones and wood to build their living spaces. It also serves as a gentle reminder that what we have today is the fruit of a rich culture and world-class heritage, influenced by colonization and passed on from one generation to the other. We are reminded to take care of these and preserve the story embedded behind every structure.