Issue Homes 16 - Tatler Homes Philippines (2024)

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From an extraordinary converted convent in the romantic English countryside, to the art-filled Manila sanctuary of a renowned gallery owner, the second edition of Philippine Tatler Homes is a delightful compilation of some of the world’s most beautiful houses.

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IN THIS ISSUEReady for Summer!A pleasant three-hour drive from the metropolis and we arrived at our cover destination: a weekend oasis nestled among coconut groves in the quiet town of Lian, Batangas, with the beach just steps away from the garden, and the soothing sound of waves lapping upon the seashore. Halfway through our shoot, the gracious lady of the house invited our team to break for lunch beneath the palm trees. What a luxury to partake of that bountiful feast at an impeccablyset table, with the ocean as our backdrop! Join Philippine Tatler Homes as we walk you through some marvellous summer residences in this issue—seaside havens, mountain hideaways, and city houses awash with colour—each fashioned distinctly and each with its own story to tell. When you have no time to escape the…2 min

SHOPDornbracht DialogueWHERE: Dornbracht Showroom, Twenty-Four Seven McKinley Building ANDREAS DORNBRACHT, third generation founding family member and current CEO and Managing Director of the eponymous luxury bathroom and kitchen fittings brand, made a special appearance at Manila's Dornbracht Showroom recently. He shared insights into the brand's design philosophies in a lively roundtable discussion with some of the country's key design personalities. During his inspiring presentation, Dornbracht shared the brand’s work and innovations in transforming the bathroom from a functional room to a place of relaxation and rejuvenation. A lively exchange of knowledge and experience on the local market’s trends and preferences followed over an intimate lunch at the Twenty-Four Seven McKinley penthouse. Spotted were the architects Ed Calma, BONG REC IO, and ONE PANGILINAN.…1 min

SHOPDecade of DesignWHERE: MOs Design, BGC For the last decade, the lifestyle store MOs Design, the brainchild of Mawen Ong, has been home to signature pieces from renowned global brands and designers such as Vitra, Ligne Roset, and Tom Dixon. MOs Design turned 10 and marked the ocassion by welcoming the newest addition to its lineup, Sancal. The Spanish brand is known for furniture that expresses individual personality and for the rich collaboration with its impressive roster of recognised designers. The celebration was made special with the delightful spread by the chef Markus Gfeller: a Spanish pintxos bar menu that included tapas with a twist such as bacalao croquetas and jamon Monte Cristo sandwiches. Trap, Futurebass, and New Wave music enveloped the night with energy while guests sipped Sumiller by Manny O,…1 min

SHOPNight of GratitudeWHERE: Makati Shangri-La, Manila Ballroom Century Properties Group celebrated its 30th anniversary recently with a Thanksgiving feast at the Rizal Ballroom. Chairman Jose (Joey) EB Antonio delivered a moving speech of sincere gratitude to all those who have supported the company and who were instrumental to its growth through the years. Established in 1986, Century Properties had humble beginnings with only six employees including Antonio and his father. The company weathered four economic cycles, an experience that he said contributed to Century’s resilience and passionate spirit. The banquet was highlighted by a 10-foot long cake with 100 candles—30 to celebrate Century’s three decades in the business, and 70 for Antonio’s birthday. Guests were treated to musical performances by Gary Valenciano and the firm's local brand ambassadors Vina Morales and Piolo…1 min

SHOPLiberal ArtsWHERE: Bellas Artes Outpost, The Alley at Karrivin The Outpost by Bellas Artes Projects, a nonprofit exhibition space, opened with a solo exhibition by Mexico City based artist Carlos Amorales. Curated by Artistic Director Diana Campbell Betancourt, Prelude speaks to the role of sound that echoes across Amorales' diverse practice, and launches his residency in The Outpost. The space, designed by Mark Wilson and Nikki Escalona of WE Design, was inspired by the energy and ideas of its patron Jam Ac uzar, the natural beauty of Bagac, Bataan, where Bellas Artes Projects is located, and by the workshops of Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar.…1 min

Issue Homes 16 - Tatler Homes Philippines (2024)

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