"From the strart, I was seeking a fresh sensibility to embrace and develop with regard to design.
I didn't find it in Milan. Nor in New York. I found it closer to home in the tropical island of Cebu."
Kenneth studied industrial design in New York’s Pratt Institute. He ...
„It is imperative that we make radical changes.
I like to live with what is outside by bringing it into the living space."
Founder of M8 Budji Layug is highly educated in architecture and interior design also as the third generation of a successful furniture manufacturer family. After he ...
Movement 8, the world-renowned group of Filipino designers that transform native materials into cutting-edge artworks, turns 10 this year.Since their launch at the Valencia Furniture Fair in 1999, the designers have been enjoying world acclaim for their innovations. Their works are seen in top international publications and fabulous homes, and ...
Hive traces its origins back in 2001, when a group of friends acted upon a vision producing lighting and accessories. Inspired by Giulio Capellini and his concept of the design house, Hive developed into a design and manufacturing facility where various designers can create for production under one roof. Hive ...
“My creations are expressions of life’s raw elegance.”
Well-known and innovative sculpture of artistic furnishment. She combines two seemingly opposite sensations; the coldness and hardness of metal and the flowing elegance of her designs. Through Ann’s designs, metal is no longer seen as a harsh reminder of stiffness but ...
“Understand the nature of things and create from within.”
Luisa de los Santos Robinson: world famous industrial designer and mother. Her elegant furnitures and home accessories combine high quality function & aesthetics.
Collaborates successfully with Kenneth Cobonpue since he moved back to Cebu Island in 1996. She is one ...
“My harmonic forms bring richness to people’s life.”
Val Padilla studied industrial design in Italy and in the Philippines. started a career in 1979 after graduating Fine Arts from the University of Sto Tomas.He was trained at PDDCP (Product Development and Design Center of the Philippines), where he worked ...
"Be what you seem to be."
Graduating with Honours at the Architectural Association in London, designer Angus Hutcheson worked with Will Alsop to hone his skills in the profession. After opening his own architectural practice, he often created furniture and lighting designs, but they were mostly not realised. The ...
Sakura means cherry blossom. One of the most romantic fests of the world.
Japanese professionals collected in a wide range all the traditions of manufacturing long-lasting and harmonic ceramic items. All made by hand, unique pieces are often produced with ancient raku technique and innovative forms. Sakura collection contains vases, ...
"Ambiance is a must for the creation to be a masterpiece."
Cebu Fil Veneer Corporation was established in 1986, making it as one of the pioneers in the veneering industry in the Philippines as well as a founding company in the Mactan Economic Zone.