Core Values

MISSION AND VISION

“Architectural Excellence is Our Passion” – that is our firm’s main driving force. We aim for excellence in all aspects of Architecture, from design and space planning, to project execution and construction. At ADGO Architecture and Design Inc., you will find a group of highly talented professionals who are passionate and dedicated about serving and providing clients exactly what they want.

ADGO Architecture is more than just designing a building, it is about creating a place for people. The firm aspires to create culturally sensitive environments that are designed to meet the most elemental needs of people. Vision and creativity, with a keen sense of entrepreneurship, are the foundations of our design philosophy. Understanding people’s response to nature, space and light is integral to our design approach. We believe in lifestyle enhancement through design.

The progressive and stimulating nature of our firm is derived from the changing demographics and demands of the marketplace. ADGO Architects stays in touch with the dynamic market by diligent research and gathering of vital information.

The firm strives to integrate design excellence with economic feasibility. Market studies and development knowledge gives our firm an exceptional perspective as we turn visionary ideas into practical realities.

ADGO CORE VALUES

ADGO Architecture and Design’s devotion to excellence is fueled by core values that every member of its staff abides by. Because of its staff’s diversified set of skills and expertise, the company needs an equally diverse set of core values to guide them in their work.

While most companies only have 3-5 core values for their employees to remember, Ar. Daniel C. Go created fourteen (14) for his staff to reflect the well-roundedness expected from being an ADGO Architect. These are succinctly summarized as ADGO ARCHITECTS, with the letters pertaining to a value that every person in the firm should embody not only at work, but in their daily lives.

ADGO Core Values

Worship and Adore God

This is the most important of our core values since it is only through God that all things are made possible. Everything that our firm works towards is for the glory of God, for He alone owns everything.

“AND YOU SHALL LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR HEART, AND WITH ALL YOUR SOUL, AND WITH ALL YOUR MIND, AND WITH ALL YOUR STRENGTH.” – Mark‬ 12:30

Embrace Discipline

As Architects, we are responsible for the built environment. Therefore living a disciplined life is not only very crucial to the success and progress of every project, but in life as well.

“Listen to counsel and accept discipline, That you may be wise the rest of your days.” – Proverbs‬ 19:20‬

Establish Growth Goals

Everyone in the firm is encouraged to set intermediate and major goals. Intermediate goals keeps you moving towards a major goal. This is very important for their growth in the company and for their direction in life.

“Commit your works to the LORD And your plans will be established.” – Proverbs‬ 16:3

Create Opportunities

Architects and designers are artist by nature so creativity and innovation is expected from everyone in the office. Out of the box thinking is highly encouraged.

“For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding.” – Proverbs‬ 2:6

Take Actions

When goals are established, immediate action is expected. Procrastination has no place in our office. Proper planning should always be followed by concrete and doable actions.

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” – Philippians‬ 4:13

Nurture Relationships

Each person is expected to know and understand the importance of their designated roles and to accept the challenges of their given responsibility in the office.

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart And do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs‬ 3:5-6

Develop Competence

Being a member in the ADGO team requires intensive analytical and problem solving skills that must be honed and developed on a daily basis to keep up with the demands of the job.

“Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men,” – Colossians‬ 3:23

Practice Humility

Pride and arrogance has no place in this office. Staying humble should be a daily practice as it keeps one grounded and open to different possibilities. Staying humble also acknowledges that our success is from God and apart from Him, we are nothing.

“The reward of humility and the fear of the LORD Are riches, honor and life.” – Proverbs‬ 22:4

“Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind regard one another as more important than yourselves;” – Philippians‬ 2:3

Pursue Integrity

Choosing to do the right thing, especially when no one is watching, is expected of everyone. Doing honorable work means approaching it with integrity and good character. That is why in ADGO Architects, we only use licensed and original softwares. Even if the cost is high, its the right thing to do and it honors God. Plus, it makes our office a safe and secure place to work.

“He who is faithful in a very little thing is faithful also in much; and he who is unrighteous in a very little thing is unrighteous also in much.” – Luke‬ 16:10

Always be Thankful

Always be Thankful – being thankful in everything is a value that we instill in everyone. Regardless of anything that happens, whether good or bad, we have to be thankful for God has a purpose for everything.

“Rejoice always; in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” – 1 Thessalonians‬ 5:16, 18

Mentor Excellence

Architectural excellence is our passion and mentorship plays a vital role in the development of a person. We spend time mentoring people in the office to set them towards the path to excellence in life.

“Iron sharpens iron, So one man sharpens another.” – Proverbs‬ 27:17

Honor Commitments

When a commitment is made, all means must be exhausted to honor it. Respecting timetables and honoring one’s word is essential to the success and reputation of the firm.

“Choose a good reputation over great riches, being held in high esteem is better than silver or gold.” – Proverbs 22:1

Diversity In Teamwork

The strength and success of the firm lies in the collective effort of the team, not through individual actions. We value the individual contribution of each member but it is the total combination of these contribution that makes each project successful.

“Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor.
And if one can overpower him who is alone, two can resist him. A cord of three strands is not quickly torn apart.” – Ecclesiastes‬ 4:9,12

Strive for Significance

Strive for Significance – the commitment to living a life of excellence is in leaving a significant impact in the lives of others. That is why we at ADGO Architects makes it a point to empower others so that they will become leaders who will inspire their people to become leaders. It is also our mission to give back a portion of what is important to us, to the team members, to our clients, to our partners in the industry, to the end users of a project, and most importantly, to the community.

“CAnd we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” – Romans‬ 8:28