Bigkis is the act of binding. In Tagalog, the word can refer to something used to bind or encircle, as well as a bundle formed by tying several separate elements together. Figuratively, it can also mean a bond, union, or unity. The meanings move from the physical act of joining things together to the connection […]
As BluPrint Magazine comes back to print, we celebrate the cutting-edge fusion of design and technology that is shaping the future of architectureArchitectureThe art and science of designing and constructing buildings, structures, and spaces that are functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing. It encompasses the planning, design, materials, and techniques used to createGo to Architecture Glossary and interior design. The first issue explores “The Next Big Thing,” looking at how designers push boundaries with new technologies. We highlight the innovators and visionaries redefining what is possible in the built environment.
Revolutionizing Design Across Sectors
This issue features an array of stunning projects across various sectors, each showcasing how new technologies are transforming residential, social, institutional, hospitality, and retail spaces. From private homes that redefine residential spaces to restaurants equipped with smart lighting technology, our featured projects demonstrate the limitless potential of modern design.
We take you inside Jagnus Design Studio’s project, where the synergy between art and architecture defines a modern Filipino home, and to a tropical hideaway by Fitnesscape Creative Studio Inc., where natural elements are harnessed to craft serene retreats.
Private homes designed by Jim Caumeron and SpaceFabrik also showcase forward-thinking approaches to residential sanctuaries that blend global inspirations with local charm.
From the luxurious retreats designed by Sim Atelier to the fusion of tradition and modernity by Barchan + Architecture, each feature story exemplifies how thoughtful design can harmoniously integrate with its natural and cultural surroundings.
We also explore public spaces like the stadium by WTA ArchitectureArchitectureThe art and science of designing and constructing buildings, structures, and spaces that are functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing. It encompasses the planning, design, materials, and techniques used to createGo to Architecture Glossary and Design Studio that elevate everyday experiences to world-class standards, and the community-centric structure envisioned by Jonathan Matti.
Feature stories, meanwhile, explore the potential of materials in innovative designs through a series of interviews.
Join us as we explore these inspiring stories of creativity, innovation, and forward-looking design that define “The Next Big Thing” in architecture and beyond.
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Two sketches of Singapore connect BluPrint Editor in Chief Paulo G. Alcazaren’s personal and professional history with Shared Ground: ArchitectureArchitectureThe art and science of designing and constructing buildings, structures, and spaces that are functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing. It encompasses the planning, design, materials, and techniques used to createGo to Architecture Glossary of Care, Culture, […]
Some have become household names – Coleman, Oster, and KitchenAid – products that have found their way into Filipino kitchens, homes and family routines. In home furnishings, brands such as B&B Italia, Ethan Allen, Sub-Zero, Miele, SieMatic, Louis Poulsen, Hunter Douglas, Tempur, and Technogym, have helped shape the way Filipinos live. From everyday essentials to […]
In a way, designers are the modern-day soothsayers and prophets. They design for the future, predicting how a room, a house, a building or a whole city will be used by people. They foresee how users will interact with a space, conjure exact shades of colors to elicit specific behavior and arrange furniture to build […]
Art and furniture are often selected separately, yet their relationship can shape how a room looks and feels. The collaboration between Hooga and Galerie Joaquin explores how these elements can work together, bringing contemporary artworks into furnished residential settings at Hooga’s showroom in Uptown Mall, Bonifacio Global City. For Hooga, which curates furniture, lighting, and […]
How can better-planned cities create the conditions for more creative, livable, and resilient urban environments? “Makati Urban Recipes for a City’s Survival,” a colloquium held at the Ayala Museum on September 15, brought together architects and practitioners from the fields of urbanism and the creative economy to discuss how design, planning, and collaboration can address […]
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