The first episode of this blog Let it B’s ESPASYO is about the second home of a young couple working in Dubai, who wanted their own place when they’re back in the home country for a visit. Interior design studio Morfosis gave this condo unit a new look. Principal Designers Misty…
It’s the rainy season once again and you know what that means. Sad girl playlist out. I’m sure you’ve done that at least once, blasting some sad songs and reminiscing while looking at the rain falling hard outside—softly wishing that the rain will wash away the bad memories… it’s not…
(This travel post, which shows color inspirations from hotels and homes in Siquijor, was written by Kai before the ECQ in March. We are posting it now to provide some house color and design ideas for those of you who are dreaming of beach summer fun. Dreams are free and…
For many years, I’ve treated our house like an inn, a temporary resting place. I enjoy going out with family and friends to kill time; I only come home to sleep and take a bath. With the stay-at-home order, I’ve come face to face with our plain white walls. First…
Blast those coronavirus blues away by bringing color into your home. This time, instead of concentrating on your walls, bring drama and magic to your doors with these quirky designs. Doors are usually rectangular, unless you’re a hobbit then your house in the Shire has a circular door. Most people…
In today’s episode of this writer’s unhealthy obsession with everything Korean, we’re going to talk about how the colors used in certain drama scenes almost always tell us the overall tone of the Koreanovela we’re watching. You might have noticed it too, how colors have a huge impact on communicating…
Scrolling through my IG feed makes me happy because I follow some really cool accounts like @dominomag. Note to self: do it more often. Yesterday I saw several photos of home interiors that had such fun wall paint colors that I just had to share these with you. You never…
Now that some home depots and hardwares are open, we’re back with a DIY video tutorial. This time it’s about how to make a feather duster textured wall. Yes, you read it right. Feather duster. Watch how Kriz uses a palaspas to make some textures on a wall. I suggest you use…
Have you noticed that social media is replete with posts about gardening, urban farming, and plants in interior and exterior spaces? It’s like people are turning into nature lovers, treehuggers, plant enthusiasts, or organic farmers. There is a term for it: BIOPHILIA. Coined by German psychologist Erich Fromm, biophilia was…
They say that you usually learn your lesson but you don’t always remember it. That’s why we’re here to remind you again to keep yourself healthy and make your home a safe space. Here, we made a list of ways to create a healthy home, AKA the things that should…
You immediately close your book and clear your desk as soon as you hear the bell ring. It’s 3 o’clock and your mom is waiting for you at the school gate. You eagerly run towards her and give her the tightest hug. Another school week has passed and you can…
Nostalgia is comforting. It reminds me of the less complicated days when I just watched Tagalog-dubbed anime, Wansapanataym, and old movie reruns on TV. My only problem was the dreaded lunchtime when I was required to eat vegetables, which I successfully evaded by promising my lola that I will pluck…
In all the things we do during this quarantine, we may find that slowing down is one of the most potent actions we can take to bring ourselves to a serene state. Mindfulness in everything we do has that effect. Let’s pay attention to each of our actions, even the most…
We’re still under Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) and I bet the artist in you is already itching to do something right now. While you have all the time in the world, you might not have the tools you need. Look around your home. Get creative and start thinking of what…
You can finally watch your favorite Filipino films for free on Studio B! With over 300 classic Filipino movies in its large library, where do you begin? To help you choose, we made a quick list of movies, ranging from FPJ’s action-packed Ang Probinsyano to Rufa Mae Quinto’s hilarious Super…
Allyson Rees of trend forecasting company WGSN defines Rural Escapism, …[it] explores how during this time of quarantine, city dwellers, urban consumers, but also suburbanites, are practicing self-care by playing out their fantasies of rural living, both in real life and on social media. [,,,] We’re seeing consumers use inspiration…
I interviewed Misty Floro and Pai Edles of Morfosis, an interior design studio, about the changes they see in their industry brought about by the coronavirus pandemic. Again, it was another virtual interview because of enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) constraints. With a good internet connection, it’s working from home (WFH)…
Life has changed so dramatically in the last few months for everyone around the world. Staying home has been one of the key actions we are taking to flatten the curve. We do other things asked of us like wearing a mask in public and washing our hands for at…
My friend who’s been keeping me sane while in quarantine inspired this indoor plant quiz. She has a healthy obsession with plants, according to her. She’s been keeping herself preoccupied with planting seeds from food scraps in their backyard. She even named them—Priscelery, Carmelon, Francescallion, and Tommyto. If you’re a…