William Ti

• Name — William Ti • Birth Name — William Ti Jr. • Birthplace — Tondo, Manila, Philippines • Occupation — Architect • Years Active — 2007–present • Known for — *Founder and Principal Architect of WTA Architecture and Design Studio • Creator of the Anthology Architecture and Design Festival • Education — * Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, University of Santo Tomas (2002) • Master’s degree in Urban Design, National University of Singapore (2012) • Notable Works — * Ferdinand E. Marcos Stadium • Horizon Manila • Pasig River Esplanade • The Book Stop Project • Awards — * Archdaily Building of the Year - Sports • WAFX Overall Award • Ani ng Dangal Award • Website — https: www.wtadesignstudio.com/

William Ti Jr. was born and raised in Tondo, Manila, where he developed an appreciation for the social and personal scale of urban spaces. His early exposure to city life influenced his architectural philosophy, particularly his focus on how spaces foster interaction and community engagement. As a child, Ti was an avid comic book enthusiast, drawing inspiration from Spider-Man comics to sketch cityscapes and buildings. His love for reading extended to fantasy and fiction novels, fueling his imagination and deepening his interest in design. Ti earned his bachelor's degree in architecture from the University of Santo Tomas (UST) in 2002. He later pursued a master's degree in urban design at the National University of Singapore (NUS), which he completed in 2012.

In 2007, William Ti founded WTA Architecture and Design Studio, a Manila-based firm specializing in urban planning, architecture, and commercial development. WTA is ranked one of Top 10 Architectural Firms in the Philippines by BCI Asia and World Architecture 100 Firms. The studio is known for social architecture, a philosophy that prioritizes human-centered and sustainable design solutions. In 2020, Ti expanded WTA's presence by opening an office in Shenzhen, China, aiming to establish a Philippine-based design firm as a major regional and global player.

In 2016, Ti launched the Anthology Architecture and Design Festival, an annual event that gathers architects, designers, and urban planners to discuss contemporary issues in architecture and urbanism. The festival has since become a premier platform for architectural discourse in Southeast Asia.

• Ferdinand E. Marcos Stadium – A 12,000 capacity stadium that pioneers an open stadium park concept. • The Book Stop Project – A network of microlibraries that is completely free and open to the public. • Pasig River Esplanade – A rehabilitation project of the 26 km Pasig River that runs through the middle of Metro Manila. • BSP Security Plant Complex – Award-winning bank office building design. • Horizon Manila – A large-scale urban reclamation project aimed at redefining Manila's waterfront. • Emergency Quarantine Facilities (EQF) – A rapid-response COVID-19 facility that gained international recognition.