Space of remembrance

Homes and architecture that honor family heritage

- BY JOEL VIVERO RICO, FPIA, UAP

BAHAY NAKPIL-BAUTISTA. (Photo from Bahay Nakpil-Bautista -Tahanan ng mga Katipunero on Facebook)

In a country and among a people as deeply nostalgic as the Filipino, it is only natural to assume that our houses were designed not merely as shelters, but as reflections of our distinct family lifestyles, occupations, passions, and contributions of national significance.

Over the years, these homes have evolved into integral spaces of remembrance—repositories of heirlooms, memory, and legacy passed down through generations.

Several Filipino homes have transcended their roles as private residences to become part of our nation's collective history. These houses do not simply stand as structures; they echo the stories of the individuals who lived in them and embody our heritage and aspirations.