4.16.10 | Makati, the Philippines | THE METROBANK Foundation, Inc. is inviting licensed architects and interior designers, 25 to 45 years old, to join the 2010 Metrobank Art and Design Excellence (MADE) National Competition.

MADE is an annual competition which aims to recognize budding artists in the fields of painting, sculpture, architecture and interior design, as well as to launch and enhance their careers.

"The MADE National Competition embodies Metrobank Foundation’s advocacy for sustainability through green design," Metrobank Foundation president Aniceto Sobrepeña stated.

Entries for the architecture competition should be a built structure of a single detached green and sustainable residence in the Philippines. The house should be completed and occupied for at least one year upon submission of the entry and should not have been entered in any other competition.

The interior design competition revolves around the theme "eco-interior design." Interior designers should submit concept designs, keeping sustainability in mind.

Two finalists will be chosen to execute their concept design in a space provided by Federal Land.

Winners shall receive a cash prize of P200,000 for the grand prize, and P150,000 for the special prize. The MADE winners will be honored and recognized in a ceremony in September.

Entries for the interior design and architecture competitions should be submitted on or before May 25 at the Metrobank Foundation Office located at the 15th floor Metrobank Plaza, Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati, the Philippines. Interested parties can call the Metrobank Foundation at 898-8856 for more information. Entry forms are available in select Metrobank branches or download at www.MBfoundation.org.ph.