Jewelry is one of the best examples of wearable art. It takes discipline to mold, sculpt, and bend precious metals. Imagination also plays a key role in drafting designs that perfectly highlight gemstones and diamonds. Jewelry-making involves numerous tools and techniques, which can be a little...
MILAN, Italy—Philip Morris International (PMI) partnered with Italian designer Stefano Seletti to reinvent the traditional Italian piazza with modern installations for the Milan Design Week to pique the curiosity and build the interests of consumers on smoke-free products. PMI's IQOS Curious X...
Set to be completed before the year ends, the new and modern Manaoag Pasalubong Center will soon welcome and complement the experience of millions of tourists and pilgrims. More than a commercial stop, the center promises to be a communal space for rest and recreation, a hub for agritourism, and a...
A shared moment from the recently held Interior + Design Manila 2025 at SMX Convention Center, where creatives and leaders came together to celebrate Filipino design—honoring heritage, shaping the future. At the SMX Convention Center, Interior + Design Manila 2025 opened its doors to a crowd...
Opulence Design Concept’s latest pop-up store at the Lower Ground Floor of SM Aura There’s something about a beautifully styled space that makes life feel more intentional. Whether it’s a dinner set arranged with care or a statement piece that sparks conversation, design has a way of shaping...
SoFA Design Institute hosted its highly anticipated Graduation Fashion Show 2025, titled Foregather, marking the debut of a new generation of design leaders in the country. Headlining the event were 11 graduates from the 4-Year BA Fashion Design and Marketing program, joined by nine students from...
The 2025 WA100 by Building Design ranks the world’s top architectural firms based on the number of fee-earning architects. This list highlights industry leaders and reflects trends such as sustainable design and the use of advanced technologies. Five Philippine-based firms made the cut: Aidea,...
This rendering created by DN8 and provided by ODA Architecture shows a living tree situated in an infinity pool inside a private residence designed by ODA in New Delhi. (ODA Architecture via AP) By now, you may be familiar with biophilic design — it's the idea of integrating nature into...
Genteel Home at Manila FAME 2024 Amid the curated exhibits of this year’s Manila FAME, one name stood out not only for its visually stunning pieces but for its deeply rooted design philosophy: Genteel Home. The Pampanga-based furniture brand, led by founder and principal designer Katrina...
DTI-Design Center Executive Director Rhea Matute, community livelihood consultant Rambie Lim, TAYO Design Studio Co-founder Tasha Tanjutco, Ogilvy Consulting Asia President Paolo Mercado, Museo ng Kaalamang Katutubo Director Corazon Alvina, Dapat Studio Strategy Director Karina...
Filipino design has become "better than others," President Marcos said, expressing his confidence that Filipino fashion and furniture design will "do well in the world market." President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. graces the Manila FAME 2024 in Pasay City on Oct. 18, 2024. (RTVM Screenshot) ...
In my last column, we discussed the first part of designing your home: Concept Brief. This highly critical step is the foundation of every process moving forward. The Concept Brief can be roughly split into two major exercises: the wants and needs of the clients, and the site analysis. The next...
