Today’s visionaries in the real estate industry are exploring concepts such as wellness, tropical context, regenerative design, and climate resilience in the creation of the next generation of developments. Following the shift from “building for people” to “building as nature,” interior...
Celebrated contemporary designer Kelly Wearstler partners with H&M Home on a collection rooted in ritual and modularity. Known for her bold layering of eras, materials, and textures, she brings her distinctly eclectic design language into a more accessible, everyday context, inviting more homes...
At Goldenberg Mansion in Manila, a meaningful moment for Philippine design unfolded on February 20, 2026. The Philippine Institute of Interior Designers (PIID) introduced its newly elected Board of Trustees, an assembly of respected creatives who now carry the responsibility of steering the...
Today, luxury is no longer defined solely by aesthetics but also shaped by responsibility. Modern interiors are embracing a balance between unique character, purposeful design, and sustainability. From locally sourced materials to energy-efficient solutions, the spaces created today reflect not...
Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo "Ping" Lacson has expressed his support for the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) 's call to remove the names and images of public officials from public projects. Lacson pointed out that "epal" billboards featuring the names and faces of...
There are only a handful of spaces I instantly connect with—the kind that feel familiar even on the first entry, as if they’ve been waiting for you. Twenty Third, tucked discreetly at YMC Building in Makati, is one of those places. The space is the project of interior designer Deanne Ashley...
Jinky Tobiano and Gerry Sy have steadily built Opulence Design Concept into a go-to, one-stop hub for discerning interior designers and homeowners. When the search calls for luxury furniture and tasteful—sometimes even whimsical—home decor, Opulence is the natural destination. Each visit...
Laurean Residences, the latest flagship project of Ayala Land Premier (ALP), is set to redefine the Makati skyline. Soon rising 65 stories along Dela Rosa Street, this crown-inspired tower signals a new chapter for ALP—one where design, heritage, and hospitality intersect to shape a more inspired...
As the creative director known for founding the Sunnies brand, Martine Cajucom-Ho’s creative pursuits follow her even inside her home in Makati. For her sanctuary, she created a space that is inspired by play and curiosity. Martine is known for her aesthetic, which often draws from the 1960s and...
Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla said on Thursday, Oct. 16, that informal settler families (ISFs) would likely suffer the most casualties should a major earthquake — the so-called “Big One” — hit Metro Manila or nearby areas. During the Senate...
The Manila Interior Design Summit (MIDS) 2025, held from July 31 to August 3 in key Metro Manila venues, focused on people-centered design. In its third and most forward-looking edition, it brought together design leaders and emerging talents from across Asia-Pacific under the theme "Design/Shift:...
In 2024, Wilcon Depot partnered with the Philippine Institute of Interior Designers (PIID), aiming to raise design standards and inspire creativity in every space. Since then, both have remained aligned in their commitment to excellence, and actively supporting programs that reinforce the aesthetic...
