Text and photo by Royal Danish Embassy, Manila This year, the Philippines and Denmark celebrate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The activities will take place under the theme: “75 Years of Friendship: Partners in Progress for Sustainable Growth.” The Embassies of both countries thank the highly awarded…
More than ever, urbanization is rapidly transforming once peripheral cities into bustling centers. While surely a mark of progress, the issue of livability comes to the fore when considering the negative impacts and challenges posed by such advancements. Among these include pollution, environmental degradation, and the increasing loss of open spaces. In light of these…
"Babae" shot glass by Goldie Poblador Photo by Nikki Valenzuela Goldie Poblador’s “Babae” reveres the female body. Text by Nikki Valenzuela; Photos by Nikki Valenzuela and artwork photos courtesy of the artist “There are two ways to drink from these glasses; there’s a little hole on the side – that’s what I call the bad behavior…
Anthology Architecture and Design Festival promotes design-influenced policy making to build socially conscious communities The historic Fort Santiago in Intramuros, Manila will once again host the Anthology Architecture and Design Festival, happening on February 7 to 9. Now on its 5th edition, the event will carry the theme “Think Architecture,” as curated by William Ti,…
The Philippine furniture and home décor sectors are strengthening their bid to get a bigger chunk of Germany’s market through the country’s participation in the upcoming Ambiente 2020. Mushroom Lamp by Arden MANILA, Philippines; December 2019 – The country’s creative edge in producing distinctly designed handcrafted products takes centerstage once again as Philippine manufacturers join…
Text and photos by Franchesca Lesaca Last September 8 to 15, The Queen City of the South celebrated the talent and innovation of its creative industry. Cebu Design Week brought together creative sectors from the city and its neighboring regions for a week of collaboration, celebration, and education. A series of activities took place all…
Prints by UP FA students mounted on the glass walls of Art Market Pop Shop text and photos by Art+ Staff A peek inside Art Market Pop Shop a pop-up gallery shop that offers artworks and novelty items made by artists and creatives. Despite the heavy rains Art Market Pop Shop had no shortage of…