We equate colors with emotions. We also talk about the symbolisms of colors, where culture plays a major role usually. For example, yellow could mean power and royalty in China. But in some parts of the world, it could mean cowardice. Commerce has also played a role in establishing meanings…
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…
Here’s a question we get quite often in our social media inboxes: “How can I make a room more maaliwalas?” It’s a common concern for Filipino homeowners, especially those living in Metro Manila, and it’s not hard to see why. When you live in a cramped city with a lot…
We’re celebrating Buwan ng Wika with an explosion of color and an appreciation of Filipino culture! Whether special or commonplace, these are things that enrich our lives and represent us as people of a nation that is vibrant, fun-loving, and one-of-a-kind. Handa ka na ba? Tara na! 1. Filipino Festivals…
Human progress has come with a cost to the Earth. It’s time to do better. As technology advances, we must also find ways to right our wrongs and work towards being better inhabitants of our home planet. It takes a little more effort to be mindful of our choices, but…
Professionals know what they’re doing. They know and are familiar with all the safety steps they need to follow for a painting project. DIYers—meaning those of us who are simply homeowners and have decided to do our own painting or repainting—may not be so knowledgeable yet. So, to help keep…
There are many ways to teach the alphabet to your toddlers, using a gadget, a book, a TV show, a song, or flash cards. When they get it (or don’t get it but try anyway), you, the parent, feel the flush of accomplishment even more than your kid. Still another…
I’ve always struggled with some form of anxiety, but I think it got worse during the pandemic. The social isolation, the uncertainty of my family and friends’ health and safety, and the added responsibilities of running my household has really taken a toll on my physical and mental wellbeing. It…
When we think of colors in a kitchen, the first images that come to mind are of wooden and marble accents, glossy and stainless steel finishes, and colors in white and shades of gray. Go-to elements are classics for a reason—they’re hard to go wrong and work well in a…
Negative space in interior design is a positive thing. It’s that space that allows you to move from room to room with ease. Energy flows freely around the home, just like the people in it. Negative space also showcases your much-loved objects and pieces in your home that you want…
