It’s that time of the year again when interior design students of the Philippine School of Interior Design show the rest of the design world the stuff they’re made of in a month-long exhibition that’s become a must-visit by architects, designers, condo owners and people who appreciate beauty.
PSID’s advanced class of 2016 had to design spaces based on the theme “Evolution” and they have come up with 24 looks that represent different time periods: past, present and future.
“Design is a communication tool,” said PSID Dean Pojie Pambid, who started working on the details of the exhibit as early as January. “We want the audience to learn something in terms of design, in terms of texture, in terms of layouts and color combinations. We want the takeaway to be substantial.”
Coconuts Manila attended the media preview this week, and here are some of the designs that we think could inspire your future home. The exhibition will be open to the public from Sep 29 to Oct 31 at the Square Building, Greenfield District in Mandaluyong City.
1. For those who live life with a poker face
Funky art master bedroom with Lady Gaga lyrics in neon lights and a color scheme that evokes a club feel. STUDENTS: Maria Larissa Dueñas, Katherin Guinhawa, Wilhelmina Madarang, Dezi Jasha Jeanine Orsos, Casey Uy, Jennifer Varga, Dianne Versoza.
2. For those who believe in feng shui, but want a modern twist
Modern Chinese den anchored on a traditional Chinese culture. STUDENTS: Francha Myann Bermudez, Shane Mariz Chu, Nicole Cuanson, Rhanmhar Dacayo, Karen Angelica Gyuiogio, Pok Yu Anthony Lau
3. For the green minded
Lanai inspired by Alvar Aalto, who designed the Paimio armchair in 1931 for patients with tuberculosis. STUDENTS: Lauren Mae Andres, Marinela Atienza, Germaine Therese Flores, Arianne Kristel Sherbune, Jean Ashley Tinsay, Ma. Arida Sheen Velasquez
4. For those who want to satisfy their wanderlust even at home
A dining room inspired by Warren Platner displaying colors, patterns and everything about the ‘mid-century cool’ of the 1960s. STUDENTS: Patricia Riana Angeles, Romualdo Eduardo Anselmo, Peter Paul Ascano, Elisabeth Elisha Caballas, Joana Mae Cipriano, Karla Angeline Domingo, Denise Camille Velasco, Jolina Turqueza
5. For those who want a futuristic yet warm work area
Avant garde industrial study with a futuristic appeal and a shelf inspired by the Fibonacci sequence. STUDENTS: Maria Carmela dela Cruz, Mary Josephine Reyes, Adrienne SIa, Nikko Sotordona.
6. For those who want to feel like every meal is an adventure
Tropical dining room taking inspiration from the natural elements of the tropics. Students: Michelle Bueno, Pamela Cato, JoAnna Lauren Chua, Erika Elejido, Dominique Anne Manalo, Isabelle Monique Zuñiga
7. For those who want a luxurious Pinoy bath that feels like a spa
Modern Filipino toilet and bath with a modern take on Filipino materials like rattan and capiz (in rose gold!). STUDENTS: Gabrielle Dominique Chua, Sophie Irah Chan, Dianne Lin, Christine Joy Mariano, Eunice Ellaine Ong, Janica Ruth Uy
8. For those who want to go minimalist but still want something beautiful
Modern Japanese master bedroom inspired by the aesthetic of Wabi Sabi or the beauty in imperfection. STUDENTS: Bianca Angelle Chiong, Rica Ann Fernandez, Momina Hayat, Maricar Lastimosa, Denice Nicole Marella, Nina Bianca Mendoza, Shuzhe Wu
9. For those who want a functional mancave
A study inspired by Charles Eames, harmoniously mixing bricks, wood and wall to wall carpet. STUDENTS: Jeremi Anne Arive, Patrick Paul Corpuz, Francine Fariñas, Bernard Sampilo, Analyn Santos, Yuka Tachibana
10. For those who want the drama of the baroque period without the haunted house feel
A modern baroque kitchen adding a modern touch to luxurious designs. STUDENTS: Maria Irene Busque, Dove Gail Cielo, Kristin Flores, Faye Michelle Guevarra, Mary Claudine Medina, Maybelle Anne Ngo, Joy Ann Villegas
