Homestyle Visits

Welcome to "The House of Noods," the eclectic and delightfully offbeat home of Jolly and Aldwin and their beloved pets—a Russian Blue cat named Noodle, a West Highland Terrier named Soba, and a fighting fish called Sotanghon. Their cozy yet bold space represents their shared vision for a home that prioritizes unique design, comfort, and a pet-friendly atmosphere. The House of Noods is a testament to the power of thoughtful space planning and creative expression.

Combining rustic charm, innovative design, and a rich woodworking history, The Venta Suites is a stunning getaway set at the heart of Betis, Pampanga. This boutique leisure destination is an experience steeped in local craftsmanship and heritage. The visionary behind this transformation, Lieza Bituin, took a former wood kiln facility and turned it into a chic retreat that tells a story in every corner. 

Hardin Bed & Breakfast, a stunning transformation of a former kiln-drying warehouse, is redefining the staycation experience in Pampanga. Nestled in Sta. Ines, Betis, Guagua, this chic bed and breakfast by owner Leslie Bituin-Mendiola offers a serene escape that beautifully marries history with modern aesthetics.

As we stepped into Leona Lavina Panutat’s foyer, we were greeted by a collection of paintings that tell tales of harvest and abundance. Carefully curated over 15 years, these artworks reflect the essence of her family life, embodying a space where everyone is not just welcomed but encouraged to have a great time. Leona's home is as vibrant as it is inviting, exuding a welcoming charm that captivates all who enter. 

Seasoned news anchor and business journalist Danie Laurel welcomed us inside her cozy abode for the latest installment of our Homestyle Visits. Her creative getaways and offbeat artistic explorations shaped her appreciation for filling her compact living space with artisanal flair, making her 29-square-meter apartment a cherished haven. Despite its size, Danie artfully curated her home to reflect her eclectic taste, blending Japanese aesthetics with vintage finds from Paris and Japan.

From the moment you step inside residential architect Miko de los Reyes’ home, you're enveloped in a palette of calm, relaxing shades of gray and white, and collected treasures that narrate nostalgic tales, cultures, and experiences. Every inch of Miko's residence reflects a deliberate and thoughtful design, creating a space that is not just aesthetically pleasing but deeply resonant with the personality of its inhabitants. Join us as we unravel the secrets embedded in the walls, floors, and decor of Miko de los Reyes' home—a space where architecture, travel, and personal history seamlessly converge.

Given his mastery of reimagining classic Filipino elements and fashioning them into modern home furnishings, furniture designer Jed Yabut’s home, unsurprisingly, exemplifies how rooting one’s style in tradition need not come out as dated or predictable.

Discover the beauty of Io Regalado's light and airy Japanese-inspired home. The latest installment of shopITOOH's Homestyle Visits takes you on a journey of visual symmetry with carefully crafted custom furniture and more. Take a peek at the brand consultant's clever use of magnets for window treatment, his multipurpose home theater, and his unique plants that add an extra layer of charm to his already inviting space.

For this Homestyle visit, prepare to get an insider’s look into the sublime tapestry of a modern tropical Filipino aesthetic, harmoniously interwoven with a superb collection of contemporary masterpieces from across the realms of Filipino, Indonesian, and Thai artistry. Get inspired with the enchanting three-story home of James Yulo Chi, a health food entrepreneur whose spacious well-ventilated abode features a tranquil haven that nurtures his creativity and provides a peaceful escape.  

The thing about a home filled with vintage finds is that everything appears to be intentional and yet holds a certain kind of serendipitous charm. Such is the bright, warm, and cozy home of photographer Shaira Luna - a vertiable feast of thrifted treasures ranging from the novelty, the salvaged, the deconstructed, repurposed, reclaimed, and everything in between.

We walk into an alcove tucked away in a corner of Maginhawa, welcomed by an unconventional entryway hidden in plain sight - a stark difference to the busy street that has since seen new storefronts and faces after a long pandemic.

Enter the space of celebrity make-up artist Jake Galvez in an intimate tour presented by ITOOH Homestyle as he showcases his quaint well-lit BGC pad filled with Calacatta marble flooring, space-saving storage solutions, an eclectic collection of art, and more condo essentials to help inspire your home design.

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