Tips on personalizing spaces for Filipino lifestyles

Creating a home that reflects your personality and meets your needs is both an art and a science.

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Whether you're redesigning a condominium in Metro Manila or a provincial retreat, these tips will help you craft a space that feels uniquely yours, blending functionality, sustainability, and creativity.

1. Upcycle with purpose: Breathe new life into old items. Sustainability meets style in the art of upcycling. Take inspiration from people who have transformed their ancestral homes into vintage museums using repurposed furniture and decor. Old things can still be used in new ways with imagination and innovation.

Tip: An antique sewing machine can become a quirky table, or a discarded wood can transform into shelving. Start by auditing your home for unused items—old doors, jars, or furniture—and explore tutorials on platforms like YouTube to guide your projects.