In the heart of South Bangkok where several narrow streets are constantly undergoing changeovers, Thai architecture firm All(zone) has built the Phra Pradeang House, a three-storey structure where layers of concrete blocks are wrapped in the most int

It is with great pleasure to write this Anniversary Issue. BluPrint has transformed how the world thinks about architecture and design, and for nearly a year, I have been privileged to work with different creatives in bold new directions and marvelou

When we talk about slow living, some people may have a preconceived notion that is similar to hardstop or worse, being unproductive. On the contrary, it advocates to do more with better quality because things are done unhurriedly. This movement came

What does design for slow living mean? For Vianca Soleil, it’s a return to her Filipino roots after years of working internationally as an interior designer. “Soleil” means “sun” in French, and Vianca’s approach to designing her island home blends a

One of the first few who envisioned a home in Siargao is the couple Gai Olivares and her late husband Nicolas Rambeau. Nicolas was the third foreigner who set foot in Siargao. As for Olivares who has been living life in a suitcase since the 90s, slow

Secrecy is appealing. The more you hide something, the more people want to know about it. There is a secret beach at the far end of Malinao General Luna where you will be greeted by an intriguing property surrounded by lush vegetation. You can not se

SM Development Corp. (SMDC) recently sealed its gold-standard status at the 9th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards with back-to-back wins for Best Developer and Best Lifestyle Developer for the second straight year. Its Gold Residences won five

Nobody can deny the authority Architect Buck Sia, principal of Zubu Design Associates, yields. His dominance is palpable, his lean frame towers over most, and possesses the self-assured demeanor one expects of a figurehead. For the few privy to the f

Positioned on top of a hill, surrounded by forest, is where Jen and Daniel’s 500 sqm island house was formed. It has 2 floors with large windows that make the lush greenery included in their home. The concrete walls, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, a

Travel magazines paint naïve pictures of Mactan as a tropical paradise—a skip and a hop away from Cebu City. What few will be candid about is that often the journey to Mactan Island is a laborious one. Vehicles ply through half-finished roads and tra

When we came to a standstill, the confinement inside your four walls was your physical universe. Your daily commute were trips from the bedrooms to the kitchen or the bathroom. The scenery was limited to the views of your backyard—if you have one. Wh

At first glance, the meticulously styled space with its sumptuous furniture, objets d’art, and overall tailored and finished look appears to be a showroom of sorts. In fact, it serves as the home and office of Reuben Enilo. “People on Instagram appre

Eclectic style is one of the most challenging designs to achieve successfully, requiring a thorough understanding of each style component and the ability to juxtapose disparate elements in a harmonious whole. In this regard, famed fashion retailer Ri

Speed and positive vector are definitive markers for development. Although some may argue that it is a mere social construct, growth and advancement have been humanity’s collective battle cry. Of late, though, progress seems to have taken the backsea

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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