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FLOW is a sleek new restaurant opened by Chef Kevin Uy and his childhood friend, Chef Gabriel Ong. Uy is full of ideas, fairly fresh off his five-year stint at chef Virgilio Martinez’s Central Restaurante in Lima, Peru.
Inside, the restaurant is a picture of Filipino craftsmanship meeting culinary artistry. Anthony Nazareno decided to take this project out of his usual architectural outfit, Nazareno Architecture & Design, and involve his designer sister, Rita Nazareno, and his daughter, Bea Nazareno.
Written and Photographed by Jar Concengo
As the Philippines and Japan commemorate 70 years of diplomatic relations, the coconut tree – in all its profound symbolism – was chosen to be the theme and highlight of the exhibit that kicks off the year’s festivities.
Salcedo Auctions partners with the Department of Trade and Industry, the Philippine Trade and Investment Center in Tokyo, and the Embassy of the Philippines in Japan to present The Philippine Coconut: Tree of Life, Seed of Innovation.
Written and Photographed by Jar Concengo
A visionary of modern Philippine architecture, Lorenzo “Lor” L. Calma (1928-2026) helped shaped the nation’s built environment. In doing so, he inspired generations of architects and designers alike.
His legacy endures not only through his significant contributions to the profession, but through the lives he touched as a mentor, colleague, and leader.
BluPrint joins @lorcalmapartners in honoring and celebrating the life and legacy of Lor Calma—beloved husband, father, grandfather, and architect. His vision, values, and influence that range from architecture and interiors to design education will continue to guide Philippine architecture for generations to come.
Photo by @monsied
The Likhang Filipino Exhibition Halls opened its doors to the public on January 20, 2026. Located along Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, the 8,000-square-meter facility holds nearly 200 enterprises across multiple industries. Serving as a one-stop shop for indigenous and local craftsmanship, the Philippines is taking a bold step towards showcasing Filipino creative excellence.
Written by @c4ryll
Photographer: @monsied
The exhibition space is conceived as a realm where the Past, Present, and Future converge, transcending temporal boundaries. Visitors are instantly transported into the world of Louis Vuitton’s craftsmanship, invited to indulge in the carefully curated pieces from the Objets Nomades collection.
Here, the abstraction of time is transformed into a tangible and perceptible experience, all while maintaining its fundamental role as a showcase for high-end fashion brands. The central focus is the seamless interplay between narratives and visitors, weaving stories directly into the fabric of the user interaction.
For architects Jason and Nikki Buensalido, architecture centers on shaping spaces around the human experience. Prioritizing architectural expression through culture and collaboration, Barchan + Architecture weaves in the plurality of the Filipino identity into the firm’s projects.
Click the link in bio to read about the firm’s forward-thinking architectural philosophy, and how it is pushing the discipline forward.
For nearly two decades, @barchan_architecture has been championing a collective, culture-driven, and forward-thinking approach to architecture.
The firm’s portfolio is a showcase of their commitment towards positive social transformation through the use of architecture, while amplifying cultural expression through the built environment.
Read the full story in this month’s BluPrint Perspective through the link in bio.
Architecture transcends mere physical structures, positioning the human experience at the core of the built environment. For Architects Jason and Nikki Buensalido, architecture serves as a reflection of present social realities and an amplification of Filipino culture. Driven by collaboration, communication, and culture, they prioritize weaving identity into architectural expression.
This guiding philosophy is embodied by Barchan + Architecture, a firm founded on the principle of design democracy and continually adapting in response to its evolving context.
Discover how they craft forward-thinking architectural solutions in this month’s BluPrint Perspective. Visit the link in our bio to read the full feature.
Writer: @c4ryll
Photographer: @monsied
HMUA: @drcats
Managing Editor: @maitadejesus
Sittings Editor: @geewel_fuster
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