Contemporary design refers to the constantly evolving design trends of today. With the power to design our built environments, architects have been experimenting with various architectural approaches. Whether that is through unconventional forms or the integration of smart technologies, BluPrint lists down Filipino architects who are defining contemporary architecture. Deo Alam Architect Deo Alrashid Alam […]
Celebrate in Style with MyHome’s Christmas Gift Guide
This holiday season, elevate your gifting game with our curated selection of stylish presents for the special people in your life. From elegant home accessories to luxurious personal items, each gift is thoughtfully chosen to bring joy to your loved ones. Whether you’re shopping for a family member, relative, or a close friend, you’ll find the perfect piece that blends artistry and functionality, making every celebration memorable. Explore our exquisite Christmas gift guide and spread some holiday glam.
Your Christmas Wishlist
Each item in this curated roundup tells a story, combining art, functionality, and thoughtful design to create a home that resonates with personal style and inspiration. Add them now to your Christmas must-haves.
“Campagne d’Italie” Candle
This captivating candle features a blend of bergamot, grapefruit, cedar, sandalwood, and patchouli, evoking the charm of 18th-century Italy. Crafted from all-natural, plant-based wax and nestled in a stylish marble holder, it allows color customization. The pure cotton wick ensures a clean, steady burn, highlighting the rich fragrances without any toxins.
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Available at Officine Universelle Buly 1803, Greenbelt 3, Makati
Vitsœ 620 Chair
This versatile armchair, handcrafted by Vitsœ since 1962, transforms into a sofa. Designed by Dieter Rams, the 620 Chair Programme features a modular design, allowing separate chairs to connect to a sofa and enabling easy customization with interchangeable backs and bases. Rams aimed to combine the comfort of a classic armchair with a visually light aesthetic.
Available online at www.vitsoe.com/rw
LALANNE: A World of Poetry Book by Assouline
Celebrated for their whimsical and poetic sculptures, François-Xavier and Claude Lalanne seamlessly blend functionality and art. Their surrealist works have become design icons, from a hippo bar to leaf-inspired forks. This tome from Assouline’s Ultimate Collection explores their most iconic pieces, featuring text by longtime gallerist Jean-Gabriel Mitterrand.
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Available online at https://www.assouline.com/ and at Univers, Greenbelt 5, Makati
An Untitled Work of Nicole Coson
This oil on linen work by London-based Filipino artist Nicole Coson, featured in her exhibit titled “In Passing,” draws inspiration from the standard plastic shipping crate—an essential element of the global supply chain for food and perishables. As a highly standardized design, these cubic, stackable crates echo the serial logic of printing, representing manufactured objects rooted in the totalizing concept of sameness.
Available at Silverlens Gallery, 2263 Chino Roces Ave, Makati
Sora Lamp
Designed by Makati-based studio MOLD, the Sora lamp is inspired by the jellyfish, or dikya in Tagalog. These ethereal creatures, often seen in coastal areas, embody weightlessness and grace. The lamp’s jellyfish form creates a luminescent piece that can either stand out or blend into any space. Made from Renewable PLA shade and base and a stainless steel baseplate,.
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Available at MOLD, 115 V.A. Rufino St, Legazpi Village, Makati
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In the Philippines, adaptive reuse gained traction during the 1970s with the rise of conservation and environmental preservation movements. It offered an architectural solution that reuses existing spaces to fit modern needs. Across the country, several projects demonstrate how this approach is being applied—transforming heritage structures into active spaces for culture, hospitality, and community life. […]
From residential spaces to civic structures, lighting dictates the mood of a space. It controls the visual dynamics of an interior, serving as a guiding tool that highlights key design elements, including materials and textures. Related Reading: Lampscaping: How to Light up Your Home like a Pro Regulating the Mood: Natural and Artificial Light in […]
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More and more Filipinos are flocking to condominium communities. Often tucked within busy city centers, condo living acts as a small respite from urban chaos. Faced with the challenge of transforming a cramped condominium into a warm living space, BluPrint lists condo interior design ideas that can maximize each square foot of small spaces. Purposeful […]
Modern bathrooms are no longer purely functional spaces. Increasingly, they are being designed as environments that support cleanliness, ease, and quiet restoration within the home. As daily life becomes more demanding and health awareness continues to rise, homeowners are beginning to expect more from the spaces where daily rituals begin and end. For architects and […]
From the moment a diner steps through the door, each detail shapes how a meal is experienced. Restaurant design has evolved, with architects and culinary professionals collaborating to create built spaces that are as intentional as the menu itself. The spatial atmosphere acts as an additional ingredient that can define the culinary experience. Taupe and […]
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