Innholdsfortegnelse for Homes 19 i Tatler Homes Philippines

“Colour is the finishing touch on everything…”- Marc Jacobs Summer is the perfect time to celebrate colour. In this issue, we travel the world to bring you a selection of exceptional homes where colour is a key element. Our cover story (p. 168) walks you up through four floors of Tim Yap’s townhouse— designed by Carlo Calma—where every square inch of wall bursts with the colour and texture of his contemporary art collection. In the gorgeous light of a perfect summer day, nature’s hues, too, are amplified. Step into a suburban sanctuary south of Manila designed by the architect Noel Saratan for Patsy Zobel de Ayala. His ingenious architecture makes you feel immediately one with nature as the luscious greens of tree ferns and palms, and the calming blues of…

CRAZY FOR COFFEE Nespresso finally unveiled its long-awaited contemporary Manila boutique at the Power Plant Mall’s New Wing. As you step into the 140-square-metre sensory haven, the rich, layered aromas are sure to perk you up. Showcased are 24 coffee varieties from around the world, including four single origin flavours (Indriya from India, Bukeela ka Ethiopia, Dulsao do Brazil, and Rosabaya de Colombia). Aside from the brand’s top-of-the-line machines and premium collection, the store boasts a unique Tasting Bar where patrons can try Nespresso’s delectable signature coffee flavours. NESPRESSO R1, Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Centre, Makati City SLEEK KITCHEN Gorenje, a purveyor of kitchen appliances from Slovenia since 1950, opened its doors to the Filipino market with its first showroom in the country. Gorenje’s sleek space features a wide range…

SINCE 2014, ADEFUIN AND ORTIZ HAVE BUILT UP THE STORE’S FURNITURE AND ACCESORY COLLECTIONS Jigs Adefuin and Oliver Ortiz, founders of Sigvard Selections, share an interesting business philosophy. In their luxe furniture store, clients are invited to touch, feel, and rest on the pieces, putting an emphasis on their role as creators of their own living spaces. The partners’ passion lies in helping others discover their own aesthetic tastes, Sigvard Selections serving as a playground for inspiration. Since 2014, Adefuin and Ortiz have built up the brand’s furniture and accesory collections. This year, the store adjusted its layout to highlight featured pieces, giving clients a better feel as to how they can fit in one’s home. The new floor plan also emphasises vignettes designed by the two creative partners, making…

In the Extra Ordinary Metal Collection, Alessi looks to its roots—with a modern twist. Humble brass gets a boost thanks to inspiration from the ancient Etruscan gold smithing technique of granulation. The result is a complex creation that feels simultaneously and painstakingly engineered. ALESSI, www.alessi.com Medicine Man This 19th-century Chinese Apothecary cabinet made of elmwood finished with dark red lacquer is a fine version of the square corner cabinet referred to as yaochu (medicine or hundred-eye cabinet). Ancient Chinese doctors used to label each of the multiple pull-out drawers where they would store a wide range of herbs and medicines. Today, this piece not only makes a decorative accent but is also functional, and convenient for storing small collectibles. ARTS OF ASIA, +632.899.3802 BUTTERFLY EFFECT Exhibit the seamless fusion of…

HONG KONG: EAST MEETS WEST EXPLORE A LITTLE OF HONG KONG’S HISTORY AND ART, ALONG WITH ITS CULINARY DELIGHTS M+ PAVILION M+ Pavilion is the precursor to Hong Kong’s M+, the Herzog & de Meuron-designed museum for visual culture due to open in 2019. But M+ Pavilion is a worthy sight in its own right. Designed by Vpang Architects with Jet Architecture and Lisa Cheung, its cantilevered outdoor terrace appears to float, and its reflective external walls allow it to blend in with the green landscape around it, making for a striking destination. The sky-lit, polished concrete interior space makes this a great place to contemplate art in calm, quiet surroundings. westkowloon.hk RED SUGAR One of Hong Kong’s hottest new bars, thanks to its spacious terrace, Red Sugar sits over…

Toeing the line between the traditional and the avant-garde has always been the hallmark of Diptyque’s artistic spirit. Established in the early 1960s by theatre set designer Yves Coueslant, painter Desmond Knox-Leet, and interior designer-architect Christiane Gautrot, the brand, even in its earliest stages, was a culmination of shared values and fine tastes. Their vision fit right in, for it was a period that celebrated innovation and encouraged progressive ideals. Operations started via a chic little bazaar, and later moved to a charming concept store at 34 Boulevard Saint-Germain in Paris, where they sold unusual, eclectic finds such as fabrics, toys, fine china, and Diptyque’s first-ever scented candles. Despite the volatile unrest that pervaded the times they were living in, the founders quietly sought to revolutionise the world in their…

UNWAVERING DEDICATION TO INNOVATION AND DESIGN FLEXIBILITY… PLACE SUB-ZERO AND WOLF PRODUCTS ON TOP OF THE GAME Your kitchen is the busiest part of the home. It is here where food and drinks are shared, as well as great conversations happen. With more and more people wanting to have not only a “show” kitchen but one that is also functional, efficient, and convenient, appliances have become smarter through the years. Such is the case with Sub-Zero and Wolf, a manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances that has been in the industry since 1945. Sub-Zero and Wolf ensure that food will always remain as fresh and flavourful as possible with its line of premium storage and cooking instruments, respectively. The brands aim to give delicious results and a lifetime of moments worth…

CAPTURE THE COMFORTING WARMTH OF THE SUMMER BREEZE, THE TEASING RAYS OF SUNLIGHT PEEKING THROUGH THE TREES, AND THE FRESH SCENTS OF NATURE AS YOU SPEND YOUR DAYS OUTDOORS TRIBU Stylish and inviting daybeds from the Tosca Outdoor Collection by Monica Armani call for lazy downtime. Their alluring feminine touch, with rounded forms and extra-wide braiding, makes an eye-catching statement. The innovative braiding, made of foam encased in a seamless sheath of knitted textilene and polyolefine, ensures that these daybeds are weather-resistant and also surprisingly soft to the touch. www.dexterton.com WEST ELM Faceted lanterns in glass and solid brass fit with any outdoor set-up. Versatile and handy, these charming lanterns add both illumination and ambience to any garden party. www.westelm.com RALPH LAUREN HOME Give your al fresco dining experience a…

Merging contemporary elements with Art Deco and Haussmann-inspired Parisian details, this stylish third-floor apartment in Sant Gervasi, Barcelona presents an interesting medley of shapes and textures. The home of a young family of three—a couple who works in the fashion industry and their daughter—was designed by Chileanborn, Barcelona-based interior designer Jaime Beriestain. It has three facades, in a configuration that’s quite uncommon as far as Barcelona apartments go. This creates a very open interior that incorporates massive outward-facing windows. FRENCH FLAIR The starting point for Beriestain’s concept was inspired by the architectural style of Georges-Eugène Haussmann, who helmed the renovations of Paris from 1853 to 1870. The Haussmann aesthetic favours draconian specifications, a symmetrical axis and a distinctly noble aesthetic with clearly differentiated zones. To lay down the foundations for…

Summer homes offer a quick getaway from the busy urban life. These days, people invest in a sanctuary by the beach, or in places with more favourable weather. It easily becomes a spot where families or friends can have a more peaceful time together. De-stressing from the city, it offers the opportunity to bond closely over food and dining. Furnishing your home away from home can be easy with these exceptional kitchen recommendations from Viking Range. Perfect for everything from baking to broiling and roasting, the electric French Door Oven has an extra large capacity and fan for maximum airflow. It offers 11 high performance modes for varied cooking options. Save time and energy with the no preheat option of the convection bake, or rapid preheat if needed. To top…

When people think of Miami, Florida, they usually have its sunny climate, great beaches, and vibrant nightlife in mind. But not many are aware that this beachfront city is also a great hub for culture and the arts as it plays host to the American side of the famed Art Basel. Since 2002, Art Basel Miami Beach has shown an eclectic mix of pieces by modern masters and the work of a new generation of creative stars. It also holds a string of talks where artists and curators discuss global issues and their impact on the worlds of art and design. At its most recent edition in December 2017, over 250 leading galleries from around the world participated. One of the most thought-provoking panels was titled Natural Disasters—Whose Crisis Is…

If there is one thing every ELBA product has in common, it is that each exudes Italian style and craftsmanship—a seamless blend of simple forms and practical functionality. Each ELBA cooking appliance communicates the brand’s dedication to innovation, a DNA that is evident in the Elegance Series. A line-up of built-in cooktops and ovens that offer outstanding design, top-notch performance, and user-friendly ergonomics, the Elegance Series is 100 per cent manufactured in Italy (ELBA’s plant in Borso del Grappa spans 30,000 square metres, no less). While ELBA has long been known for its timeless classic kitchen appliances, the research and development team for the Elegance Series went through a totally new approach. In this line, cooktops feature more usable cooking space with slightly increased surface areas, not to mention bigger…

Bathrooms have great potential for creating a design statement. Besides crafting a soothing space where you’ll love to linger, your bathroom is an ideal place to experiment with interesting materials and finishes. Before working on your bathroom decor scheme, it’s important to start with well-conceived spatial planning and good layout. To add a graphic punch to your bathroom, Andy Lim, managing director of mosaic tile supplier GF+A Global, suggests using pixel mosaics for a feature wall. You can also blend mosaic pieces of different shades and colours to create wall art with a three-dimensional effect. In additon, “use a few decorative tiles on the floor, or incorporate a designer sink and bathtub,” he says. Jeffrey Tay, the director of Bathroom Gallery, recommends looking to a mix of materials such as…

It all started in about 2000 when a friend of mine knew someone in South Africa who was selling some land,” says British IT entrepreneur Rory Sweet, who built the spectacular African bush villa known as The Observatory overlooking the Palala Valley at Leobo, a private game reserve in the Waterberg. “We thought it would be quite a fun trip to go and have a look at it.” And so began a love affair with an empty piece of land that, a bit more than a decade later, would be the site of a fantastical holiday home beyond most safari lodge owners’ wildest dreams. Rory snapped up the 800 hectares on offer at the time. “It didn’t have any accommodation on it, but it was next door to where the…

To think of freedom, one can think of horses. In their youth, the foal is driven by its lively spirit, each gallop energised with curiosity; in maturity, demonstrating a steady gait, almost polished and learned —albeit primed to bolt upon sight of a horizon. The horse has figured in many a knight’s tale, imposing its purpose upon history. Yet, in all its grace and nobility, the horse is humble enough to carry man on his back. It’s no wonder horses have incited the passion of their owners and breeders, not unlike the owners of this old cottage in the Santo Estevao area just outside Lisbon. Set against the backdrop of the banks of the Tagus River, this family property serves as a getaway on weekends and vacations —and also the…

WHAT: Philippine Tatler Homes Annual Lunch WHERE: Edades Tower, Rockwell Centre The festive Holiday Brunch hosted by Philippine Tatler in partnership with Proscenium at Rockwell had the exclusive Edades Tower and Garden Villas Function Room adorned in elegant red and gold accents. Beautifully set tables had splendid centrepieces created with fruit and foliage. A bevy of lovely ladies, garbed in the colours of the season, were welcomed with the customary flute of bubbly as they gathered to celebrate Philippine Tatler Homes’ year-end Luxe Issue. AIVEE TEO, whose family’s urban oasis was the issue’s cover story, arrived punctually along with her sister, ALELEE AGUILAR ANDANAR. Spotted during the fun and well-attended gathering were fashionable FE and STACY RODRIGUEZ, MERL PINEDA, DA WN ZULUETA LAGDAMEO, LULU TAN GA N, ANNE ARCENAS-GONZÁLEZ, KAYE TINGA,…

Despite the tropical heat in the city, our vacation houses offer a sanctuary where one can enjoy being close to nature while still enjoying domestic creature comforts. Sunny without being scorching, great homemakers build their rest houses in a way that allows inhabitants and visitors alike to enjoy the outdoors without the hassles. From here, summer homes are not just a getaway during the country’s hottest months, but a place where warm memories and bonds are created and strengthened through the seasons. One major fixture that helps every Filipino vacation house become a home is an outdoor kitchen for a tropical al fresco experience. Removing the heat and hassle from cooking in an enclosed space in the summer, this allows for a dining experience where the scenery of a locale…

There’s nothing quite like the experience of moving into a new home. The feelings of anticipation and excitement, and the craving to add one’s signature touch to the interiors. This exhilarating feeling becomes all the more heightened if it’s a premium development by Filigree, the newest luxury real estate brand in the country offering an unrivaled portfolio of masterfully crafted, upscale living spaces. Few developers in the local upscale property space can boast of completing their projects on schedule and beyond expectations like Filigree, where each stylish development bears a distinct mark of craftsmanship and quality. Rising as a testament to the ideals that make Filigree unique is Botanika Nature Residences, an address like no other in the metro, the most premium development within Filigree’s impressive property collection. The country’s…

ANNIE LEIBOVITZ: PORTRAITS 2005–2016 Artists have been making extraordinary portraits of the mighty for centuries, from Velázquez’s Philip IV to Lucian Freud’s Queen Elizabeth II. But arguably the greatest portrait-taker of our age isn’t a painter but a photographer: Annie Leibovitz. Her career spans nearly five decades, starting in 1970 when she began creating legendary portraits for Rolling Stone followed WORDS MELISSA TWIGG by three decades at Vanity Fair and Vogue. This 11-year overview of her work includes images of those considered “modern royalty:” Venus and Serena Williams, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Sheryl Sandberg, Anna Wintour, Caitlyn Jenner, Gloria Steinem, Joan Didion, and Barack Obama. Oh—and actual royalty, from when Elizabeth II posed for the photographer in 2011. All of which are accompanied with witty comments from Leibovitz, plus a lyrical foreword…

SUB-ZERO & WOLF Expand the horizons of your home with the latest outdoor kitchen equipment from Sub-Zero & Wolf. The classic 30-inch Wolf Warming Drawer, now available for outdoor installations, keeps your dishes warm, moist, and ready to serve. Perfectly suited to patio and gardenside entertaining areas, the Sub-Zero 24-inch Integrated All Refrigerator Drawer, clad in a heavy-gauge stainless steel that withstands UV rays, salt, and moisture, is sealed to ensure maximum freshness for both low-temp and high-humidity environments. When paired with outdoor panels, this model is engineered to withstand outdoor temperatures up to 43°C. The outdoor kitchen also includes a 42-inch built-in outdoor grill. www.focusglobalinc.com ELBA Whether you are having a fancy feast or a laid-back afternoon picnic, preparing for a big family or group of friends is now…

“If I could, I would live near the sea,” says Patsy Zobel de Ayala. But with daily life and work keeping her in Manila, she went after the next best thing: bringing the outdoors home. “I love everything about nature,” she says. “This house gives that to me.” The home of Patsy and Alexander Floro with their four children is a sprawling two-storey retreat in Alabang designed by the architect Noel Saratan, who also famously worked on her parents’ mountain house in Mindoro. He mentions that like their other projects together, Patsy’s home was a dream job because of their shared architectural philosophies. “I have worked with Patsy for a long time, and I know her lifestyle well,” says Saratan. Besides being particular about natural light and ventilation, he understood…

The Mandala House is built on two plots of amalgamated land in an exclusive residential enclave in Bangalore, India. Comprising three storeys with seven bedrooms, it was originally designed for the homeowner (who runs a successful family business in the building materials trade), his wife, and three children. After completion, the homeowner’s elderly parents, as well as two of his brothers and their families, moved in and turned the abode into a multigenerational home. MODERN HARMONY As the family wanted a home to reflect their roots and traditions with a modern design, the architect Wong Chiu Man, managing director of WOW Architects|Warner Wong Design, looked to the ancient Indian architectural system of vastu shastra for inspiration. Literally translated as “the science of architecture,” the principles of vastu shastra can be…

Earning raves is the newest concept by the dynamic and talented sisters, the restaurateur Ana de Ocampo and LA-based pastry chef Margarita Manzke. Little Flour Café, Wildflour Cafe + Bakery’s little sister, is an allday brunch café marrying Wildflour’s best-selling brunch hits, pastries, desserts, and coffee along with creative Filipino rice bowls. In this cosy space, conveniently located in the midst of bustling Bonifacio Global City, one can grab-and-go with the extensive selection of mouth-watering baked specialities as well as the new array of locally inspired favourites on offer. At Little Flour, familiar Filipino comfort food such as lechon manok (roast chicken), Bicol Express, cassava cake, and halo-halo are given a new lease on life with that unique Wildflour touch. Conveniently open almost 24-hours daily (from 6:00AM until 2:00AM), Little…