Did you know that the Misamis Oriental Provincial Capitol in Cagayan de Oro City is a remarkable example of Stripped Classicism? This architectural style blends the symmetry and grandeur of classical architecture with simplified geometric forms and distinctive Art Deco details. Designed by architect Antonio Toledo and completed in 1950, the capitol is considered one of the last surviving examples of this architectural movement, making it an important landmark of the province’s architectural heritage.
Its symmetrical façade features a prominent central pavilion, balanced wings, geometric floral medallions, decorative moldings, and an imposing three-door entrance. Despite subsequent renovations and modern additions, the building retains its original Art Deco character, grandeur, and civic function.
The Misamis Oriental Provincial Capitol stands as an important landmark of Mindanao’s architectural heritage, reflecting an era when simplified Art Deco architecture became a symbol of provincial identity and power.
images from National Museum of the Philippines
Below are old photos.
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