I thought I would do my share for the celebration of the
Quincentenario, the 500th year since the arrival of the Spaniards who gave us the greatest legacy they can ever give us, the Roman Catholic faith, renowned architect J. Antonio Mendoza said to
Tatler Philippines. I thought of giving the city something I do very well, and that is the art of design .
Last February 2021, Casa Manila as well as other heavily visited historical sites in Intramuros opened its doors again to the public, following stricter protocols to ensure health safety amid the ongoing pandemic threat. People on social media, who mostly knew nothing about the redesigning project led by Mendoza, have been amazed and blown away by the transformation of Casa Manila.