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There’s a cliché comfort in that characteristic shared when we work hard to play harder. Arguably, this manifesto has been around for a long time and is effectively behind the attraction to accomplishment and leisure, or work and play. That is what t

For Zarate Manila creative director Jim Zarate-Torres, the constant battle to prove himself and the desire to create something that is truly one-of-a-kind are his driving forces. In the face of global recognition, the young designer insists that his

Italian architect Antonio Citterio was born during the post-war era—a notable time in the design timetable when idealism was the central theme. As the world’s economic leaders were left in shambles because of the second world war, there was a uniting

For Pauline Montironi and Alexis Verstraeten, the creative duo behind Belgian brand AP Collection, it is important to be driven by one’s passion and belief, and this allows them to become a refreshing break from mainstream codes by offering something

At the height of Art Nouveau in the French Capital, there was an overflowing enthusiasm for sinuous forms and organic shapes. Along with the celebration of feminine curves, the art movement also lauded animals including bats, birds, and insects. The

Contemporary French atelier iBride possesses a multifaceted relationship with its creations that is deeply-rooted in the process and ideation. This allows the company to position itself beyond the realm of design. A staple in major international desi

Battling the pandemic has been a consuming feeling that everyone dealt with in the past two years. Grief from death news, raging political disputes, overcharged anxiety from several issues, unfiltered indifferences for other people, the list goes on.

Mastering the rules of design (and breaking them). When sisters Ivy and Cynthia Almario began working in the design industry, there was an apparent confidence to break the rules and venture into groundbreaking blends of styles, patterns and texture

The view of homes being untouched sanctuaries came to an end in 2019. Before the pandemic’s endless waves of danger, depression, and troubles, ordinary people didn’t bother about managing a home office. The home was simply a sacred bubble untouched b

With the economic recovery gaining momentum, established companies are experiencing solid growth in the construction industry. One of the leaders in this industry is Mike Lagman, co-CEO of MC Geometric Proportions, Inc. Lagman had previously shared w

Politics is an animal of a career that needs the leash of smarts, kindness, and patience tied exceptionally well to a well-controlled hand. For the governor of Sorsogon, Francis Joseph “Chiz” Guevarra Escudero, the skills of being patient tied with

The pandemic has taught us that there are so many ways to do work outside the four corners of our offices. With today’s technologies, work-from-home set-ups or other hybrid work conditions are all possible. For the architecture and construction indus

Due to the fast development and urbanization of big cities, such as the collective Metro Manila, living communities are getting denser thus translates into inevitable harmful effects on society such as pollution. As a result, people’s immune systems

A lot of us may have pre-conceived notions of what a visual artist’s workroom would be—inspired, energetic, chaotic. Yet, there is not a single formula that exists to tie in the creative spaces of different artists. Since a creative space is fashione

Meditation rooms, gyms, and ball pits: TaskUs is not your typical company, and this is clearly reflected in their workplace design. We interviewed TaskUs CEO and Co-Founder, Bryce Maddock; Vice President of Growth and Shared Services, David Ford; and

Living in the season of the pandemic, more people are still obligated to continue to stay in their homes not just for their own safety but for others as well. Moments like this make us realize what is really important in life and help us find out mor

The rigor and vitality of the travel sector has been to a halt for obvious reasons, yet, like retail who has found a solution with e-commerce, it wouldn’t be long until the field of aviation learns of new ways to cope with the present conditions—and

Of late, the number of new structures that clearly combine the sensibilities of art with the precision of construction have been increasing rapidly. In a bid to increase the value of the development, both vertical and horizontal properties are now in

Whether due to the physical threats of the pandemic itself, or the underlying mental health and wellness issues that come alongside it, the need for a healthier and organized space could not be stressed enough at this time. With all the information a

A quiet, solitary life can make your mind run through a lot of hoops. From the life you have lived all the way to what you’ll eat for dinner, many thoughts can enter the mind when you’re sitting alone in the house. This makes the home an important sp

After the cancellation of the annual Salone Internazionale del Mobile and the Milan Design Week events in 2020, the world’s most awaited design fair filled with exhibitions, talks, performances and events has finally opened. Albeit delayed from its u

Dianne Doctor’s love for photography bloomed after her mother bought her a point-and-shoot camera. By her second year of college, Doctor’s love for photography had blossomed into a hobby that shadowed her through photography class, free time in schoo

It was not easy for visual artist Ryan Uy—a paintbrush is merely four pounds, but to him, it came with the weight of his past and the uncertainties of the future. After the passing of his father, he was surrounded by darkness, but he strived to searc