When wedding photographer Marco Constanino bought his Cavite home, it was dingy—with raw cement floors and ceilings. But with a little creativity, he turned this space into a bright and airy home he ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

2. Wait for the window to change color. Depending on the size of your device, it could take anywhere from three to 25 minutes for the Sustee's window to change color. If the window turns blue, it ...

When we think about container van homes, tiny houses are first to come to mind. It’s affordable and quick to build so it has become a popular option for singles and small families looking to settle ...

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 ...

If you’ve seen Willie Revillame’s stunning tropical house in Ayala Heights, Quezon City, you’ll know that he values the home. Aside from completing it with elegant must-haves, the outdoor area was ...

7. Use aroma as a weapon Natural repellents like cedar chips, lavender sachets (available on Lazada), or dried lemon peels in your closets and drawers can repel moths while leaving your clothes ...

Alice’s home, which she shares with her three kids, has a floor area of around 3,000 sqm. This property was initially occupied by an old house, and Alice’s original plan was to have it renovated.