Mid-Century Manila Celebrates 3 Milestones this October w/ 10 Days of Modernism
Officially launches MCM PLAY w/ PLAY at Sideshow Studio
Filipino Craftsmanship Takes Centerstage at London Craft Week
Well-crafted Minaudières on display at Dia Guild’s exhibition “A Luxury Craft Journey Across Southeast Asia”. (London PE photo) LONDON 06 October 2021 – The spotlight is on the creations of Cebuano designer Neil Felipp at Dia Guild’s exhibition “A Luxury Craft Journey Across Southeast Asia” at the ongoing London Craft Week which runs from 04-10…
Filipiniana Creations of Filipina Fashion Designer Mayeth Codoy Reach Paris Runway
PARIS 27 September 2021 – Norway-based Filipina fashion designer is one of six designers whose creations were featured in a benefit fashion show of the French non-profit association Fashion for Foundation held last 25 September 2021 at the historic and chic Salon des Miroirs situated on the topmost level of the iconic Passage Jouffroy on…
The Philippines and Denmark Launch their common 75th Anniversary Logo
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…
WORLDBEX 2020 Launches First-ever Philippine Garden Festival
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…
Encountering Goldie Poblador’s “Babae”
"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 2020
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,…
Filipino craftsmanship to take centerstage in German lifestyle event
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…
In the Spirit of Collaboration: Cebu Design Week 2019
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…
Clear Gallery Tokyo’s First Art Market Pop Shop in QC
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…