Filipino architecture is mainly influenced by the style that was present in the Philippines throughout its history. Though we are at the point of time wherein modernism and contemporaneousness took place wherever we go, Filipino Architecture never loses its personality and continues to evolve during the course of progression in the field of design and architecture. Listed below are some of the key features that signify the identity of Filipino Architecture and Design in this modern world.
WISE PLANNING OF DOORS AND WINDOWS
Several components go into the design of a Filipino home. Entrances and exits, door and window placement, and even the direction in which the afternoon sun shines and sets must all be taken into account.
COLOR SCHEME
The Filipino home has a tranquil color design since it is frequently packed with natural materials in soothing colors such as wood, stone, bamboo, and capiz.
ABUNDANCE OF LIGHT SOURCES
Filipinos prefer a bright home, primarily daytime. We let the light in by opening our windows and drawing our curtains. The natural light enhances the beauty of our spaces. At nighttime, the glow coming from different light fixtures enhances the silhouette of our house which makes us feel relaxed.
WELL VENTILATED
We don’t want to live in discomfort, even if we live in a tropical archipelago where the weather is typically warm. Filipino house’s floor plan has strategically positioned doors and windows to allow air and wind to move freely throughout the house.
TEXTURED
Our designers are easily inspired by the materials around them, thanks to the abundance of natural resources in the Philippines. This has enabled us to fill our houses with a variety of earthy materials, ranging from beautiful polished stone to lovely woven pieces.
OPEN PLANS
Shared quarters are frequent in Filipino households, with children sleeping in the same room as their parents as one example. This is due to the fact that Filipinos have a distinct sense of privacy than people from other cultures, which has an impact on the size and flexibility of rooms.
SUBTLE ECLECTICISM
Filipino loves their home decorations so much that they somewhat disregard the unity of the elements within their house. This can be seen in many Filipino houses wherein you can see a copy of Da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” next to Filipino’s Giant Utensils or the kids’ Medals hanging on the wall in the Living room.
Filipino architecture and design really capture the personality emitted by the Filipino people by showcasing it through plans, colors, and decorations. Thus, we can say that no matter what period of time we are in, Filipino architecture and design will never go out of style.
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