So when traveling back in time through ancestral houses, avoid getting lost by knowing the names of important house parts and the things to see in a fully furnished bahay na bato. IMAGE Vincent ...

The first episode of RealLiving Masterclass, which will air on the Real Living Philippines social media pages on Apr 27, 2023, will highlight the container van home owned by celebrity couple Jennylyn ...

Step 2: Give the interior designer the approximate budget you have in mind so that he or she will have a basis for making a proposal. Step 3: The interior designer will prepare a proposal in the form ...

For the first part of our series on famous Filipino architects, we feature the “Father of Philippine Architecture” (and the very first National Artist for Architecture) Juan Nakpil. Born on May 26, ...

5 modern house design ideas to consider for your new home: Modern Scandinavian When we think modern, we commonly associate it with boxy architecture, sleek design, and dark tones. Modern Scandinavian ...

Similarly, the unit's living room follows a neutral color scheme but with touches of blue for a subtle pop of color. "I just added colors through the wall decor, carpet, and accessories so it’s easier ...

With science and technology dominating modern building practice, it is amazing to see how Pinoy building superstitions—with its roots in the ancient practices of our ancestors — still pervade every ...

While it isn’t as important as the bedroom and the entryway, the stairway has a significant purpose in feng shui. As it connects spaces, the staircase allows energy (otherwise known as chi) to flow to ...

1. EDSA Shrine IMAGE Manosa & Co. The EDSA Shrine, officially called Shrine of Mary, Queen of Peace, Our Lady of EDSA, is a small Roman Catholic Church erected on the site of two demonstrations that ...

Oro, Plata, Mata is often followed in finalizing the number of steps a staircase has. As explained by Ar. IDr. Isabelle Ong Sitco, “You count the first step as oro, the second step as plata, the third ...

Bamboo Homes in the provinces often use bed frames, sofa sets, and tables made of bamboo—proving that it's a versatile must-have that designers and homeowners should consider. Aside from being used in ...

IMAGE Shutterstock Pag-IBIG Home Equity Appreciation Loan If you are an existing Housing Loan borrower and have maintained a good standing by paying your monthly amortizations on time, then you are ...