Bringing technical expertise to the judge's table

Jean De Castro's knowledge and perspective elevate the awards program

- CARLA MORTEL BARICAUA

As part of PropertyGuru Philippines’ awards program, Jean De Castro advances a tech-forward, engineering-led perspective to the table, ensuring that technical excellence and smart construction practices are equally recognized alongside aesthetics.

Her role is critical as the property portal champions both design vision and execution excellence in uplifting Filipino expertise in the real estate industry.

With careful deliberations focusing on the form, function, and innovation of each project, de Castro emphasized, "What makes the PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards different is its balanced judging criteria — we look at design brilliance, yes, but also how a project performs, serves communities, and is built to last."

De Castro makes certain that construction quality and safety should not be taken for granted, especially in a disaster-prone country. The structural integrity of a building is crucial for life safety, while the quality of the project execution is what end-users appreciate as part of their living conditions.

By examining the engineering aspect, de Castro can identify how innovation was adopted to enhance the building's performance. "Whether it is in the use of a more innovative structural system or new eco-friendly and lightweight materials, recognizing technical ingenuity inspires further advancement in these areas to meet sustainability goals," she added.