CS Architecture is a full-service architecture, interior design and consulting firm established in 1992, based in Redding, Connecticut. Its partners, Jason Chai and Anna Maria Sy, established CS Design Consultancy, Inc. in Manila in 1994, in response to increasing demand for services throughout Asia. Currently, the firm handles a wide range of corporate, commercial, educational and residential projects in North America and Southeast Asia.
CS Architecture lends its experience and expertise on design, constructability, and construction contract implementation throughout the building process, and continuing to facilities maintenance. The common thread in the diverse range of designs and locales in the work of CS Architecture is a recognition and accommodation of local architectural heritage, building traditions, climactic conditions, and, especially, the particular needs of our clients.
Our award-winning work has been published in magazines and books in the United States, Philippines, Australia, Singapore and Korea.
DESIGN TEAM
ANNA MARIA V. SY
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Prior to establishing the practice, she was a design architect in the Los Angeles office of Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill, responsible for design and construction documentation on projects ranging from beachfront hotels to corporate interiors, and amusement parks. Presently, she heads the operations of the Manila office with responsibilities including single family and high-rise condominium residences, commercial buildings, corporate interiors, and institutional facilities. Ms. Sy has design responsibilities for all international projects and is a registered architect in the United States.
JASON J. CHAI
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Following his studies, Mr. Chai gained practical experience in several high-profile design firms in Boston, New York, and Los Angeles. As design architect with Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill, he participated in the design of high-rise condominiums, hotels, office buildings, and corporate interiors. Since beginning his collaboration with Ms. Sy, he has expanded the firms’ area of expertise to include educational facilities and custom residences. From 2005-2022, he was the lead partner engaged as consulting architect to Edward J. Minskoff Equities, Inc., a real estate development company responsible for developing, building, and managing over five million square feet of commercial, retail, and residential projects throughout the United States.
KENNETH G. CHUA
SENIOR ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Mr. Chua oversees architectural and interior design projects of high-end family residences, corporate, and institutional facilities. He has been with the firm since 1996. He has also been involved with residential, retail, and corporate interiors with other firms in his previous years of practice in the industry.
NICOLE M. HILADO
ASSOCIATE ARCHITECT
Ms. Hilado graduated Magna Cum Laude and 9th in her batch from the University of the Philippines Diliman College of Architecture. She began her professional training with National Artist Bobby Mañosa’s firm, Mañosa & Company Inc., where she gained exposure to high-end residential, commercial, and institutional projects. Upon earning her professional license in 2019, she joined CS Architecture as a junior architect, where she was responsible for the management of various projects. Currently, she manages her own team and supervises the design and construction of several high-end residential and commercial projects. Aside from her design responsibilities, she also plays an active role in the business development and public relations of the company.
CARLO L. LLANTO
ASSOCIATE ARCHITECT
Mr. Llanto leads his respective design team within the office and has an active role in supervising the design and managerial aspects of the firm. He has been with the firm since 2019, having cumulative experience in the design and construction of various residential, commercial, and institutional projects throughout his years in the industry.