Would you do it yourself? Hire an interior decorator/designer?

^Depends on the budget.lol

no, I'll do it myself, I designed my own bedroom

myself and my wife designed the interior of our house ourselves. People come by and ask "did you get an interior designer?" Basically, if you have time and a bit of flair do it yourself. ID's are a complete waste of money in my opinion. They are for people with too much money.

^^and too little time if i may add ? :lol:

sa painting and furnitures DIY

mind i refrubished old furnitures so para ecclectic ang dating but the joy of making your self very satisfying :)

ill do it myself..i wouldnt let anyone design my place :lol:

I'd do it myself. As long as you know what you want, and how you want it then there's no stopping you.
It's easy once you get started.

Do it myself, more fun that way :-)

We're going to hire one. I just notice that a place has certain harmony and richness to it when it is done by a competent designer.

This is a more personal choice, if one feels they can do it while others don't want to get hassled.

Read magazines and watch alot of HGTV! :lol:
Surf the internet for homes for sale and look at the interior decoration of different homes for sale.

But after watching alot of HGTV, I am more often then not impressed with interior designers on how they can improve a place with color schemes, furniture arrangements...

If you know what you want then sometimes it might help to talk to someone just to fine tune your ideas... Really good interior designers can make small suggestiions that would make a big difference - The trick is finding one that doesn't charge you so much.

In the end its a personal choice... As long as you're satisfied...

The perils of unlicensed interior-design practice

First posted 03:36:37 (Mla time) September 16, 2007
Alex Vergara
Inquirer

MANILA, Philippines - Since interior design became a four-year course in the Philippines with the first batch of graduates from the University of Santo Tomas in the late 1950s, industry veteran Belen Morey has yet to come across a case of someone dying from a badly painted wall or a poorly designed ceiling. Well, at least not directly.

But before the practice of interior design was regulated, first under a specialty board supervised by the board of architecture in 1983 and later under its very own board with the enactment of Republic Act 8534 or the Interior Design Act of 1998, cases of misrepresentation as well as fraud by both pseudo and supposedly legitimate practitioners had been rampant.

And if ill feelings resulting from seemingly overpriced and half-baked interior design jobs (see sidebar story) could kill, not a few dissatisfied clients would have been long dead and buried by now.

“Curtain suppliers, for instance, whose only qualification was their huge inventory of draping materials, passed themselves off as interior designers,” says Morey. “Worse, most people then couldn’t seem to tell the difference between an interior designer and interior decorator.”

Thus, not a few hapless clients ended up paying more (for less) than they had to. This was a time when expectations were rather “low” and globalization was a mere figment of some futurist’s imagination.

This special report comes in the heels of a story Inquirer Lifestyle did a month ago on the practice of architecture in the country today. Unlike architects, interior designers took some time to fully regulate their profession. But even in the early days, a number of unwritten rules already governed these practitioners.

While an interior decorator is primarily concerned with sourcing and arrangement of superficial components such as furniture and accent pieces, an interior designer goes beyond the surface by taking into account the client’s preferences as well as lifestyle.

Unlike an interior decorator who usually relies on his or her experience and good taste, an interior designer is also expected to have a working knowledge of architecture, structural engineering, mathematics, psychology, art history and even chemistry.

But why is there a need to regulate a supposedly creative profession dealing in harmony and beauty in the first place?

Since an interior design project also involves the health and wellbeing of its users (not to mention their hard-earned savings), its practitioners insist that certain standards need to be set in place.

“What if you designed a drop ceiling and it falls?” Morey asks. “What if you did lighting fixtures, which later cause fire? What if the furniture you designed falls apart?”

Apart from construction and designing theories, she adds, an interior designer worth her salt is expected to know which materials are poisonous, cancer-causing and biodegradable.

The interior designer then uses such information to come up with a comprehensive and cohesive design, which may include custom-built furniture pieces, lighting fixtures, ceiling treatments and even electrical connections, that best reflect the client’s personality as well as needs and wants.

What’s more, in an ideal world, it’s only ethical for an interior designer to pass on the savings (in the form of discounts from suppliers) to her clients. She’s also duty-bound to disclose every expense involved in the project, Morey adds, since the bulk of her income should come from professional fees and not from jacked-up prices of materials used in the project.

In short, there’s more to interior design than merely choosing the season’s hottest colors, latest designer chair and priciest curtains. Under the law (RA 8534), it’s illegal for unlicensed and unregistered practitioners (including graduates of two-year certificate courses) to call themselves interior designers or to pass themselves off as such.

“At the most, graduates of certificate courses can call themselves interior decorators or stylists,” says Morey.

Borne by their desire to set themselves apart as well as to protect the public from dubious and poorly trained practitioners, industry stalwarts (some of whom were also practicing architects) such as Wili Fernandez, Lor Calma, Ched Topacio, Edgar Ramirez, Tony Zamora and Mel Gana founded the Philippine Institute of Interior Design (PIID) in 1964.

Allied with architecture

PIID (tel. 8671403 to 04), led by current president Gerry Contreras, is a non-stock, non-profit organization composed of licensed and registered interior designers from all over the country. It’s a counterpart organization of the United Architects of the Philippines.

“Interior design is an allied profession of architecture,” says Morey, PIID’s current VP for external affairs. “That’s why a number of architects also dabble in interior design. But with the advent of specialization, leaders from both professions eventually saw the need to have separate boards.”

As a direct result of globalization and exposure to the Internet, today’s clients are also more knowledgeable when it comes to the good life, including, of course, interior design.

Morey, who helped hammer out UST’s trailblazing interior design curriculum, used to belong to another group of interior designers. Her group plus another one later merged with PIID at the “request” of then First Lady Imelda Marcos.

“For all the criticisms hurled at her,” says Morey, “Mrs. Marcos had vision. She convinced us to merge as one for us to gain more leverage as we deal with numerous issues involving the profession.”

Apart from working to police its ranks and protect its members, PIID established a set of rules and regulations to standardize the practice of interior design. Although it works in conjunction with the interior design board, the institute is independent from it.

“We have been quite lax in seeing to it that the law is observed,” Morey admits. “But from now on, we will be more vigilant if only to protect our interest as well as the public’s.”

As the de facto “people’s representative,” PIID brings cases involving malpractice and other illegal activities to the attention of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC). Should PRC find merit in the case after a thorough investigation, it then endorses it to the Department of Justice. Once the DOJ steps in, a case that once involved private persons becomes criminal in nature.

Grandfather’s clause

One issue PIID helped to resolve was the case of interior designers in a state of professional limbo. Since the board was fairly new, its founding members came up with a so-called grandfather’s clause exempting certain practitioners from taking the exams.

The board, however, can only facilitate and make recommendations. In the end, all sorts of exemptions are subject to PRC’s scrutiny.

“Graduates of interior design who were unable to take the board, but have been practicing 10 years prior to the law’s approval in 1998 may apply for an exemption,” said Morey.

Licensed and registered architects who doubled as interior designers within the same time frame are also eligible to apply for exemptions. Conrad Onglao and architecture board chair Armando Alli are two such examples. Those who failed or didn’t take the architecture board, however, would have to first take 60 academic units of interior design before they could even dream of availing themselves of the exemption. The same condition applies to practitioners who took up courses other than interior design in college.

Two of the most prominent beneficiaries of the grandfather’s clause are Ivy Almario and Tessa Prieto-Valdes, both UST interior design graduates. Almario left for the US and came back a few years ago to resume her practice here.

Certain high flyers like Anton R. Mendoza and Anton G. Mendoza are working on their exemptions, says Marcelo Alonzo, PIID’s executive director for professional practice.

He singled out actress Carmi Martin, whose works have lately been featured on TV and in print. “Although Martin graduated with a certificate in interior design at the Philippine School of Interior Design,” says Alonzo, “she has yet to earn the right to call herself an interior designer.”

Those believed to be practicing interior design without a license, based on a list that PIID has provided this paper, include Jonathan Matti, Cynthia Almario, Anna Maria Sy, Kristine Ileto, Ito Kish, Michelle Illustre, Francisco Sakay Jr., Precy Gutierrez, Cocoy Cordova, William Ramirez, Dina delos Reyes, Patricia Ocampo, Marge Estrella, Jose Yupangco and Eduardo Calma.

“Until they’re given an exemption or take and pass the board,” adds Morey, “people who call themselves interior designers are in clear violation of the law.”

It’s easy to understand why many unlicensed and unregistered practitioners are practicing illegally or would want to avail themselves of the grandfather’s clause. Over the last nine years, the three-day board exam given to aspiring interior designers has had a mortality rate of 50-52 percent. Indeed, the number of casualties is nearly as “lethal” as the exams given to architects.

“It’s like doing an actual project that entails three to six months and squeezing it into eight hours,” says Alonzo, a zoology graduate who later took up interior design. He took and passed the interior design board in 2001.

But even such exemptions may have to come to an end. Both Morey and Alonzo decline to reveal when exactly the grandfather’s clause will cease to take effect.

“Very soon,” says Alonzo. “If I were them, I’d grab the opportunity to apply for an exemption now.”

Foreigners

Interior design graduates from foreign schools, on the other hand, have to submit their transcript of records to the Commission on Higher Education for evaluation. If the subjects they took abroad more or less match those being taught here, then they may be allowed to take the board exams.

Just like in the practice of architecture, foreigners who wish to practice interior design here may do so as long as the countries they come from have reciprocity agreements with the Philippines. In other words, Filipinos should be accorded the same treatment if they choose to practice interior design in those countries.

But if these foreigners choose to practice in the Philippines for an indefinite period of time (as in forever), then it’s only right they take the board.

Again, no one has officially died due to a grossly painted wall or a poorly configured room, but try to imagine yourself being confined to such a space (that you yourself paid for!) day in and day out. It could mean a slow though far from painless death by torture—visual and psychological—all because of the work of a clueless or unethical “interior designer.”


complete article at http://archive.inquirer.net/view.php?db=1&story_id=88846

^^ Thanks for the tip.... very much appreciated.

I'm Stephen P. David, a Filipino freelance 3D architect & interior design visualizer, 3D modeller/renderer/animator, architect CADD designer, interior designer, multimedia graphic artist, & a non-linear video editor. I have a technological capability to produce photo-realistic renditions of both my design intentions and the designs of others. I usually work at home. I have a Dual Xeon 2.40Ghz with 2048 MB DDR-RAM Workstation. I also have a DSL broadband connection, so communication online is very reliable. The media on which I can output my renderings vary from interactive CD-ROMs to complete technical or marketing presentation. The architectural background gives it both the artistic and technical license to presuppose & design visionary buildings, cities, infrastructure, & other developmental projects, whether entirely fictional or partially defined by preliminary design directions & concepts. I also do walkthrough & flyby animations, graphics designing & video editing. Multimedia contracts are individually negotiated on an itemized basis, with set deadlines, schedules, and submittals.

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I would hire an ID. I'm overseas and I do not have enough time to take care of the little details. Does anyone know of any good inexpensive ones.

Here are some of my previous projects:

when you say previous projects, do you actually mean you've physically worked on them, or are those some design concepts/ideas?

just for clarification; don't want people to be misled...

I would hire an ID. I'm overseas and I do not have enough time to take care of the little details. Does anyone know of any good inexpensive ones.

good and inexpensive > contradiction in terms :D

good and reasonably priced > yan, you'll have better luck finding an ID like that :)

Wonderful design concepts @drivensteven. Too bad he got banned for advertising.

What I do when I design a space is I go to all these furniture showrooms and look around. I read up on architectural digest, home and garden, New York home and all these magazines. I also request for free catalogues from stores specializing in furnishings such as Design Within Reach (DWR), Crate and Barrel, Pottery Barn, IKEA, Bluedot, Pier1, etc. But the showroom and furniture store jaunts are really helpful because they have all those furniture and accessories already coordinated and you already know where to find them. Or you can also get inspiration from them and purchase less expensive versions from other stores. Designing spaces really keep your creative juices flowing. :)

Here in NY, it is particularly challenging yet enticing because you have to also consider space and storage economy. Another favorite website is apartmenttherapy.com.

Wonderful design concepts @drivensteven. Too bad he got banned for advertising.

What I do when I design a space is I go to all these furniture showrooms and look around. I read up on architectural digest, home and garden, New York home and all these magazines. I also request for free catalogues from stores specializing in furnishings such as Design Within Reach (DWR), Crate and Barrel, Pottery Barn, IKEA, Bluedot, Pier1, etc. But the showroom and furniture store jaunts are really helpful because they have all those furniture and accessories already coordinated and you already know where to find them. Or you can also get inspiration from them and purchase less expensive versions from other stores. Designing spaces really keep your creative juices flowing. :)

Here in NY, it is particularly challenging yet enticing because you have to also consider space and storage economy. Another favorite website is apartmenttherapy.com.


Wow! I didn't know @drivensteven was banned for advertising.

His work is really relevant to alot of the condo projects we talk about in this forum. Really has good work.

Thanks for the website www.apartmenttherapy.com
I get great ideas going to Bed bath and Beyond, Home Depot and Lowes...

or look at homes for sale on the internet... looking at pictures on how people decorate their homes...

Sorry guys, my "drivensteven" account was blocked by the SSC administration for spamming the forum. Anyways, I learned my lesson. Hope to hear from you guys soon! Cheers! :)

I'm Stephen P. David, a Filipino freelance 3D architect & interior design visualizer, 3D modeller/renderer/animator, architect CADD designer, interior designer, multimedia graphic artist, & a non-linear video editor. I have a technological capability to produce photo-realistic renditions of both my design intentions and the designs of others. I usually work at home. I have a Dual Xeon 2.40Ghz with 2048 MB DDR-RAM Workstation. I also have a DSL broadband connection, so communication online is very reliable. The media on which I can output my renderings vary from interactive CD-ROMs to complete technical or marketing presentation. The architectural background gives it both the artistic and technical license to presuppose & design visionary buildings, cities, infrastructure, & other developmental projects, whether entirely fictional or partially defined by preliminary design directions & concepts. I also do walkthrough & flyby animations, graphics designing & video editing. Multimedia contracts are individually negotiated on an itemized basis, with set deadlines, schedules, and submittals.

Please feel free to browse my Architectural/Interior Design 3D Visualization & Walkthrough/Fly-By Animation Projects at http://stephenpdavid.multiply.com.

Regarding my rates, I can give you a detailed quotation if you're interested. Just give me a message. I WILL GIVE YOU A VERY REASONABLE PRICE!:)

I trust that you find the given information in order and look forward in serving you in your future requirements.

Hi Lili! I'm back! Cheers! :)

Wonderful design concepts @drivensteven. Too bad he got banned for advertising.

What I do when I design a space is I go to all these furniture showrooms and look around. I read up on architectural digest, home and garden, New York home and all these magazines. I also request for free catalogues from stores specializing in furnishings such as Design Within Reach (DWR), Crate and Barrel, Pottery Barn, IKEA, Bluedot, Pier1, etc. But the showroom and furniture store jaunts are really helpful because they have all those furniture and accessories already coordinated and you already know where to find them. Or you can also get inspiration from them and purchase less expensive versions from other stores. Designing spaces really keep your creative juices flowing. :)

Here in NY, it is particularly challenging yet enticing because you have to also consider space and storage economy. Another favorite website is apartmenttherapy.com.

Hi Bartman! I'm doing both..thanks! :)

when you say previous projects, do you actually mean you've physically worked on them, or are those some design concepts/ideas?

just for clarification; don't want people to be misled...

^^ stephen, soft offer lang ang gawin mo sa SSC.

kung ako ang tatanungin ok lang dapat ang selling sa forum, pero dito kasi bawal yan.

Hi Gen1,

Oo nga e...thanks for the advice anyways :)

^^ stephen, soft offer lang ang gawin mo sa SSC.

kung ako ang tatanungin ok lang dapat ang selling sa forum, pero dito kasi bawal yan.

Hey stephen thank god your back! buti na lang..heheh! be discreet lang sa selling mode, you can be of good use este forumer for all of us here at SSc ;)...


love your designs.....

Thanks Raven! :)

Hi guys! :)

Saw the article..shocked to be on the list..i have my architectural license for 10 years now ..and it states on our scope of architectural practice..item 5: architectural interiors. Please refer to Article 1 Section 3 Item 4 g--

http://www.gov.ph/op_issuances/ra_no9266.htm

Saw the article..shocked to be on the list..i have my architectural license for 10 years now ..and it states on our scope of architectural practice..item 5: architectural interiors. Please refer to Article 1 Section 3 Item 4 g--

http://www.gov.ph/op_issuances/ra_no9266.htm

I would hire an ID. I'm overseas and I do not have enough time to take care of the little details. Does anyone know of any good inexpensive ones.
i just hired one for my mom's unit in the greenbelt area. so far i'm happy with the result (work still in progress). won't fully recommend the designer until the whole project is done.

Saw the article..shocked to be on the list..i have my architectural license for 10 years now ..and it states on our scope of architectural practice..item 5: architectural interiors. Please refer to Article 1 Section 3 Item 4 g--

http://www.gov.ph/op_issuances/ra_no9266.htm

You mean this article?

The perils of unlicensed interior-design practice

First posted 03:36:37 (Mla time) September 16, 2007
Alex Vergara
Inquirer

MANILA, Philippines - Since interior design became a four-year course in the Philippines with the first batch of graduates from the University of Santo Tomas in the late 1950s, industry veteran Belen Morey has yet to come across a case of someone dying from a badly painted wall or a poorly designed ceiling. Well, at least not directly.

But before the practice of interior design was regulated, first under a specialty board supervised by the board of architecture in 1983 and later under its very own board with the enactment of Republic Act 8534 or the Interior Design Act of 1998, cases of misrepresentation as well as fraud by both pseudo and supposedly legitimate practitioners had been rampant.

And if ill feelings resulting from seemingly overpriced and half-baked interior design jobs (see sidebar story) could kill, not a few dissatisfied clients would have been long dead and buried by now.

“Curtain suppliers, for instance, whose only qualification was their huge inventory of draping materials, passed themselves off as interior designers,” says Morey. “Worse, most people then couldn’t seem to tell the difference between an interior designer and interior decorator.”

Thus, not a few hapless clients ended up paying more (for less) than they had to. This was a time when expectations were rather “low” and globalization was a mere figment of some futurist’s imagination.

This special report comes in the heels of a story Inquirer Lifestyle did a month ago on the practice of architecture in the country today. Unlike architects, interior designers took some time to fully regulate their profession. But even in the early days, a number of unwritten rules already governed these practitioners.

While an interior decorator is primarily concerned with sourcing and arrangement of superficial components such as furniture and accent pieces, an interior designer goes beyond the surface by taking into account the client’s preferences as well as lifestyle.

Unlike an interior decorator who usually relies on his or her experience and good taste, an interior designer is also expected to have a working knowledge of architecture, structural engineering, mathematics, psychology, art history and even chemistry.

But why is there a need to regulate a supposedly creative profession dealing in harmony and beauty in the first place?

Since an interior design project also involves the health and wellbeing of its users (not to mention their hard-earned savings), its practitioners insist that certain standards need to be set in place.

“What if you designed a drop ceiling and it falls?” Morey asks. “What if you did lighting fixtures, which later cause fire? What if the furniture you designed falls apart?”

Apart from construction and designing theories, she adds, an interior designer worth her salt is expected to know which materials are poisonous, cancer-causing and biodegradable.

The interior designer then uses such information to come up with a comprehensive and cohesive design, which may include custom-built furniture pieces, lighting fixtures, ceiling treatments and even electrical connections, that best reflect the client’s personality as well as needs and wants.

What’s more, in an ideal world, it’s only ethical for an interior designer to pass on the savings (in the form of discounts from suppliers) to her clients. She’s also duty-bound to disclose every expense involved in the project, Morey adds, since the bulk of her income should come from professional fees and not from jacked-up prices of materials used in the project.

In short, there’s more to interior design than merely choosing the season’s hottest colors, latest designer chair and priciest curtains. Under the law (RA 8534), it’s illegal for unlicensed and unregistered practitioners (including graduates of two-year certificate courses) to call themselves interior designers or to pass themselves off as such.

“At the most, graduates of certificate courses can call themselves interior decorators or stylists,” says Morey.

Borne by their desire to set themselves apart as well as to protect the public from dubious and poorly trained practitioners, industry stalwarts (some of whom were also practicing architects) such as Wili Fernandez, Lor Calma, Ched Topacio, Edgar Ramirez, Tony Zamora and Mel Gana founded the Philippine Institute of Interior Design (PIID) in 1964.

Allied with architecture

PIID (tel. 8671403 to 04), led by current president Gerry Contreras, is a non-stock, non-profit organization composed of licensed and registered interior designers from all over the country. It’s a counterpart organization of the United Architects of the Philippines.

“Interior design is an allied profession of architecture,” says Morey, PIID’s current VP for external affairs. “That’s why a number of architects also dabble in interior design. But with the advent of specialization, leaders from both professions eventually saw the need to have separate boards.”

As a direct result of globalization and exposure to the Internet, today’s clients are also more knowledgeable when it comes to the good life, including, of course, interior design.

Morey, who helped hammer out UST’s trailblazing interior design curriculum, used to belong to another group of interior designers. Her group plus another one later merged with PIID at the “request” of then First Lady Imelda Marcos.

“For all the criticisms hurled at her,” says Morey, “Mrs. Marcos had vision. She convinced us to merge as one for us to gain more leverage as we deal with numerous issues involving the profession.”

Apart from working to police its ranks and protect its members, PIID established a set of rules and regulations to standardize the practice of interior design. Although it works in conjunction with the interior design board, the institute is independent from it.

“We have been quite lax in seeing to it that the law is observed,” Morey admits. “But from now on, we will be more vigilant if only to protect our interest as well as the public’s.”

As the de facto “people’s representative,” PIID brings cases involving malpractice and other illegal activities to the attention of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC). Should PRC find merit in the case after a thorough investigation, it then endorses it to the Department of Justice. Once the DOJ steps in, a case that once involved private persons becomes criminal in nature.

Grandfather’s clause

One issue PIID helped to resolve was the case of interior designers in a state of professional limbo. Since the board was fairly new, its founding members came up with a so-called grandfather’s clause exempting certain practitioners from taking the exams.

The board, however, can only facilitate and make recommendations. In the end, all sorts of exemptions are subject to PRC’s scrutiny.

“Graduates of interior design who were unable to take the board, but have been practicing 10 years prior to the law’s approval in 1998 may apply for an exemption,” said Morey.

Licensed and registered architects who doubled as interior designers within the same time frame are also eligible to apply for exemptions. Conrad Onglao and architecture board chair Armando Alli are two such examples. Those who failed or didn’t take the architecture board, however, would have to first take 60 academic units of interior design before they could even dream of availing themselves of the exemption. The same condition applies to practitioners who took up courses other than interior design in college.

Two of the most prominent beneficiaries of the grandfather’s clause are Ivy Almario and Tessa Prieto-Valdes, both UST interior design graduates. Almario left for the US and came back a few years ago to resume her practice here.

Certain high flyers like Anton R. Mendoza and Anton G. Mendoza are working on their exemptions, says Marcelo Alonzo, PIID’s executive director for professional practice.

He singled out actress Carmi Martin, whose works have lately been featured on TV and in print. “Although Martin graduated with a certificate in interior design at the Philippine School of Interior Design,” says Alonzo, “she has yet to earn the right to call herself an interior designer.”

Those believed to be practicing interior design without a license, based on a list that PIID has provided this paper, include Jonathan Matti, Cynthia Almario, Anna Maria Sy, Kristine Ileto, Ito Kish, Michelle Illustre, Francisco Sakay Jr., Precy Gutierrez, Cocoy Cordova, William Ramirez, Dina delos Reyes, Patricia Ocampo, Marge Estrella, Jose Yupangco and Eduardo Calma.

“Until they’re given an exemption or take and pass the board,” adds Morey, “people who call themselves interior designers are in clear violation of the law.”

It’s easy to understand why many unlicensed and unregistered practitioners are practicing illegally or would want to avail themselves of the grandfather’s clause. Over the last nine years, the three-day board exam given to aspiring interior designers has had a mortality rate of 50-52 percent. Indeed, the number of casualties is nearly as “lethal” as the exams given to architects.

“It’s like doing an actual project that entails three to six months and squeezing it into eight hours,” says Alonzo, a zoology graduate who later took up interior design. He took and passed the interior design board in 2001.

But even such exemptions may have to come to an end. Both Morey and Alonzo decline to reveal when exactly the grandfather’s clause will cease to take effect.

“Very soon,” says Alonzo. “If I were them, I’d grab the opportunity to apply for an exemption now.”

Foreigners

Interior design graduates from foreign schools, on the other hand, have to submit their transcript of records to the Commission on Higher Education for evaluation. If the subjects they took abroad more or less match those being taught here, then they may be allowed to take the board exams.

Just like in the practice of architecture, foreigners who wish to practice interior design here may do so as long as the countries they come from have reciprocity agreements with the Philippines. In other words, Filipinos should be accorded the same treatment if they choose to practice interior design in those countries.

But if these foreigners choose to practice in the Philippines for an indefinite period of time (as in forever), then it’s only right they take the board.

Again, no one has officially died due to a grossly painted wall or a poorly configured room, but try to imagine yourself being confined to such a space (that you yourself paid for!) day in and day out. It could mean a slow though far from painless death by torture—visual and psychological—all because of the work of a clueless or unethical “interior designer.”


complete article at http://archive.inquirer.net/view.php?db=1&story_id=88846

Stephen, do you have actual pictures of units that you've worked on? I like the renderings and visual concepts you have, but I'd also like to see the finished units. Thanks in advance.

i just hired one for my mom's unit in the greenbelt area. so far i'm happy with the result (work still in progress). won't fully recommend the designer until the whole project is done.

I'm just curious on how you determined to select this particular designer. I'd like to see at least 3 Interior Designers before I make up my mind. I watched a show here on HGTV where designers pitch their ideas to potential clients and then they choose which designer met their criterias.

^^ parang ad agency pala, IDs make pitches din.

kung sabagay, for creative work pitching is the way to go.

I'm just curious on how you determined to select this particular designer. I'd like to see at least 3 Interior Designers before I make up my mind. I watched a show here on HGTV where designers pitch their ideas to potential clients and then they choose which designer met their criterias.

Track record. He has been one of the mainstay designers at GA Tower having done many units at that Condo. He recently did the penthouse. Even so, I will not release his recommendation to others until this unit he's working on is done.

Stephen, do you have actual pictures of units that you've worked on? I like the renderings and visual concepts you have, but I'd also like to see the finished units. Thanks in advance.

Sorry for answering on his behalf but he has actually posted his renderings and the actual model unit pics on several threads (F1 City Center, Serendra, etc.). You can visit his Multiply site too.

@stephen.. very nice rendering, love it... but do you actually need a degree or license to do ID? what if you're just good at it, and you can do 3d renderings as well? curious...

Sorry for answering on his behalf but he has actually posted his renderings and the actual model unit pics on several threads (F1 City Center, Serendra, etc.). You can visit his Multiply site too.

Hi -TC-, I've been to his site and all of the ones I've seen are 3d concept design. Except for the ones I believe are the F1 model units at MC Home Depot. The renderngs are great, I just want to see it come to life.

@stephen.. very nice rendering, love it... but do you actually need a degree or license to do ID? what if you're just good at it, and you can do 3d renderings as well? curious...

There's an article a few posts up that talks about licensed IDs.

Project still in progress.

My mom in pic. The work is being done by an Interior Designer (as posted earlier) but with considerable input from my mom who's also a graduate of New York School of Interior Design (nung mid-1960s pa)

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a94/avenidalasalle/Skyscrapers/ppc01.jpg

Playing with light.

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a94/avenidalasalle/Skyscrapers/ppc02.jpg

The white light in the upper pic (corner) was changed to a warmer light as shown below.

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a94/avenidalasalle/Skyscrapers/ppc03.jpg

I didn't hire an ID anymore. Just a contractor (who happened to be an archi too) to execute and a furniture maker to make dining set, TV/wardrobe and Bed (with drawers underneath). Since it was a studio, I put a divider for some privacy. In the kitchen I had them extend the granite and build in the oven and hob. For the bathroom, I put wall to wall mirrors and a half clear glass enclosure to make it look bigger, and partly frosted glass in one side of the pocket door to the foyer coz the previous wood was gonna get wet with the half open shower.
Added cove lighting and overhead square fluorescent frosted lights for efficient lighting. That was major rewiring work and building the cove ceiling. Had them include hiding the speaker wiring into the ceiling.
The drapes are from Ikea.
All in all, about 4 weeks work at <12t per sqm including all the appliances (washer dryer too), furniture, rugs and construction.
Lessons learned: its gona cost 25% more than you planned, lots of drawings, lots of dust, a few frustrations, but generally satisfying. Now antsy to do another condo. If only I had another.


Before and After
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2073/2247217879_bf14f72a7e_m.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2140/2248013172_ae46c9e9db_m.jpg

Dining
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2369/2248662038_4343798d60_m.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2130/2248012496_81875e0a26_m.jpg

Living Area/Divider/Bed
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2129/2247218053_9739143e44_m.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2060/2247217261_89f3305afb_m.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2080/2247217975_d7579fc8c6_m.jpg

Ikea Drapes that open to terrace/TV+wardrobe cabinet
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2113/2248013442_10ba9bee71_m.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2399/2248013916_116f97433b_m.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2373/2247218731_443dd3625c_m.jpg

Kitchen /Front door/ Bathroom door to the right
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2415/2248012692_e2996674af_m.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2277/2248012944_94944d9671_m.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2210/2248012824_9bd47b57a7_m.jpg

Bathroom
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2399/2248013038_53beb5f9fa_m.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2358/2248013652_699900be08_m.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2414/2247218233_b5f96da792_m.jpg

^ nice space-saving and functional design.

Thank you. Tried to keep it as uncluttered as I could considering the space I had to work with. Now the challenge is not to accumulate junk.

nicely done @hoyimd. :) I like the divider. The wardrobe cabinet has taken a lot of space. I bet the condo did not have one built in.

Thank you. It did have a cabinet albeit a small one since it was a studio. If you noticed the before pic, on the right, the medium brown door, actually is supposed to be a closet/laundry. I had to enlarge the door because the way it was built, once you put in the washer and dryer, you no longer could have access to the rest of the space in the closet. In the after pic, you see the larger brown (accordion type) doors on the right. The washer and dryer fit while I still have access to the other half of the space to put shelves/hanging rods.
The driving force was "oh no" I need more storage.

Good Work!
Perfect example of do it yourself ID. ^^

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a94/avenidalasalle/Skyscrapers/ppc03.jpg


Nice ceiling work!
Hope to see more pics when the project is done.

i always notice na yung mga kusina sa pinas eh laging walang hood yung taas ng stove. eh diba dapat basic yun sa mga apartments, condos, etc?

@stephenpdavid, i like your designs. especially the one with chinas! hindi ka naman minimalist, pero your dynamic designs impressed so much space. :okay:

i always notice na yung mga kusina sa pinas eh laging walang hood yung taas ng stove. eh diba dapat basic yun sa mga apartments, condos, etc?


I did purchase a rangehood, its just not caught in the pic, coz its the really flat Elba. Bad aim of the phonecam. Actually if you look really hard at the After pic, you can almost see it, it's right under the top cabinet, but flush to the cabinet door, only about an inch thick. You pull it out a bit when used. Provided na ang exhaust ducting within the top cabinet, aside from an intake fan in the kitchen ceiling for outside air to improve circulation. What I havent put is a backsplash. still deciding on stainless or glass.

I wasnt sure if TheRick's comment was also me, but if it was, thanks :).

:)

hi hoyimd,
what was your process for picking your furniture maker?
you had everything customized? you're perfectly happy with the craftmanship?

I happened on the furniture maker by chance while browsing ebay.ph, which by the way is a good source to look. I saw some pics. His shop was near my house so I went to see his stuff. Unfortunately, nothing was gona fit my place. But I liked the quality. So I asked about custom making furniture. I said I would get back to him when my unit was turning over. I made the drawings for the cabinet and the bed I took a pic of what I wanted from the net. The dining table stand I asked him to show me what minimalist designs with a glass top he had. He came back to me with computer renderings. I am quite happy with the work. The cabinet is not made of MDF, the dining table is from IPIL and Yakal i think. But then again, to each his own.
The sofa is off the rack from Philux tho.
I did go see a few good makers in other places, and some shows. but I guess I liked his stuff a bit more and to top it off it was nearby so I could monitor the progress.

this is a 43.65 sqm unit in mandaluyong

http://www.flickr.com/gp/25608922@N08/wfiGwV

I happened on the furniture maker by chance while browsing ebay.ph, which by the way is a good source to look. I saw some pics. His shop was near my house so I went to see his stuff. Unfortunately, nothing was gona fit my place. But I liked the quality. So I asked about custom making furniture. I said I would get back to him when my unit was turning over. I made the drawings for the cabinet and the bed I took a pic of what I wanted from the net. The dining table stand I asked him to show me what minimalist designs with a glass top he had. He came back to me with computer renderings. I am quite happy with the work. The cabinet is not made of MDF, the dining table is from IPIL and Yakal i think. But then again, to each his own.
The sofa is off the rack from Philux tho.
I did go see a few good makers in other places, and some shows. but I guess I liked his stuff a bit more and to top it off it was nearby so I could monitor the progress.

That his shop was near your house is a nice stroke of luck--and persuasive reason in itself! I imagine it's very gratifying to be that involved in the design process -- you've got your stamp on everything so to speak.

this is a 43.65 sqm unit in mandaluyong

http://www.flickr.com/gp/25608922@N08/wfiGwV

Nice, I think that is Dansalan Gardens..

this is a 43.65 sqm unit in mandaluyong

http://www.flickr.com/gp/25608922@N08/wfiGwV

nice pad jzone... who's your ID? and how much is the cost? thanks!

this is a 43.65 sqm condo in mandaluyong done by a good friend and i only spent about 300k

just pvt me if ur interetsed to contact him, madali pa sya kausap.

http://www.flickr.com/gp/25608922@N08/wfiGwV

^^ Nice work and a job well done for around P300T! I like it (both the price and how it came out)! :okay: :okay:

this is a 43.65 sqm unit in mandaluyong

http://www.flickr.com/gp/25608922@N08/wfiGwV

Nice use of mirrors, lighting, dividers and modern furnishings to expand space.

I wish the IDs in Pinas can design my flat here. I'm impressed with the quality I have seen so far with your ID and with Stephen.

I know they can, but I would prefer they buy or contract out the furnishings, too.

A good place to find Interior Designers are the exhibits by the schools. They're usually young and reasonably priced. try PSID or UST etc. For those abroad i think you may be able to google them.

i have an idea na kasi of what to do with the unit as soon as i got it and waited for 2 years for it to be finished. designing my own space is like cooking for me.exploring every idea from the magazines, display rooms, exhibit and showrooms with the limited space that i could afford made my mind so busy. ( dati nga kahit nasa meeting ako or may date,or while driving nasa utak ko ung design pa din)
the most difficult part is the editing.sa dami ng makikita mo parang gusto mo ilagay lahat.
proprtion is important din, 1 time di pa tapos ung unit and i already bought a sofa, only to realize that it was too big. so i ended up returning it and replace everything with stuff na i end up wrapping it as christmas gifts.
i feel good now that its done.

in my case, I've been watching to much HGTV lately and surfing the net for interior designs trying to get ideas on what style I will someday apply to my unit.

Here are my latest actual completed projects in BGC (I also posted it in their respective forums):

SOMA 2-bedroom unit (Post # 321):
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=587275&page=17

Grand Hamptons 1 2-bedroom unit (Post # 1013):
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=541232&page=51

in my case, I've been watching to much HGTV lately and surfing the net for interior designs trying to get ideas on what style I will someday apply to my unit.

HGTV Rocks!!! ^^

Design to Sell, Hidden Potential and National Open House my favorite!

Hi everyone! Just want to share some of the latest Interior Design project that we have just completed.

Rosewood Point 3 Bedroom Tandem Unit : Modern Asian Theme
http://zenday.multiply.com/photos/album/8/Rosewood_Pointe_-_Emerald_Building

Manansala Tower Rockwell : Contemporary
http://zenday.multiply.com/photos/album/4/Rockwell_-_Manansala_Tower

Thanks for looking!

^^^ang ganda :applause: pwedeng matanong kung magkano ang professional fee mo? :)

^^^ang ganda :applause: pwedeng matanong kung magkano ang professional fee mo? :)

sent you a private message. Thanks for the interest.:)

Here are the 3D rendered images of a 1-bedroom unit in Joya. Total floor area: 53 sq.m.

Date approved: May 18, 2008

The construction is on-going. The construction timeframe is 18 working days. The target completed date will be on June 7, 2008. I will post the actual completed photos soon.

Hope you like it, guys! :)

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDinin-2.jpg
Living & Dining Area - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDinin-1.jpg
Living & Dining Area - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDiningAr.jpg
Living & Dining Area - View 03

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Kitchen_cam01.jpg
Kitchen - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Kitchen_cam02.jpg
Kitchen - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Bedroom_cam01.jpg
Bedroom - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Bedroom_cam02.jpg
Bedroom - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Walk-inCloset_.jpg
Walk-in Closet

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_TB_cam01.jpg
T&B - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_TB_cam02.jpg
T&B - View 02

HGTV Rocks!!! ^^

Design to Sell, Hidden Potential and National Open House my favorite!

My favorite show is Devine Design. That Canadian chick is really good. Candice Olson is a very talented designer.

Here are the 3D rendered images of a 1-bedroom unit in Joya. Total floor area: 53 sq.m.

Date approved: May 18, 2008

The construction is on-going. The construction timeframe is 18 working days. The target completed date will be on June 7, 2008. I will post the actual completed photos soon.

Hope you like it, guys! :)



Nice job Stephen. I can't wait to see it finished.

Great conceptual work! Looking forward to the finished product! :okay: :okay:

Stephen,

Are you going to take out the wood flooring in the living/dining area? May I ask how much this will cost?

^^Hi Yoko,

Yes we will remove the existing wood parquet floor. By the way, I already sent you a personal message. Please check it. Thanks.:)

Stephen,
I saw this site first before checking out the one for Joya, so I replied twice to you...sorry medyo excited na kasi kami. I'm unable to access my hotmail acct from work so I sent you an email to your yahoo acct)

^^Its ok Yoko. :)

Reason for editing:

Post transferred in "Architectural & Interior Design (Residential & Condos)" thread.

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=21564837#post21564837

^^ Wow! Nice, very nice! One of the best, if not the best one yet Stephen.
Great job bro! Can't wait to see the actual finished project. :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:

inggit ako sa owner niyan, stephen :D:nuts:

makataya na sa lotto, 111M na daw jackpot :lol:

i like the bathroom, magaya nga :)
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Master.jpg

^^ Wow! Nice, very nice! One of the best, if not the best one yet Stephen.
Great job bro! Can't wait to see the actual finished project. :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:


I second the motion! This is the best yet. :bow:

I really think @stephen's creativity can be showcased more in house and lots than just condo units. Hope to see more of these designer houses in the future.

Photo Taken: May 26, 2008

One week update:

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya_1BR_May262K8-IMG_1755.jpg
View from the main entry

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya_1BR_May262K8-IMG_1772.jpg
Living Area

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya_1BR_May262K8-IMG_1769.jpg
Living Area

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya_1BR_May262K8-IMG_1785.jpg
Drop ceiling installation - Living Area

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya_1BR_May262K8-IMG_1756.jpg
Kitchen covered with newspapers as protection

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya_1BR_May262K8-IMG_1758.jpg
A T&B door was moved to the left to give space for the washer/dryer.

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya_1BR_May262K8-IMG_1759.jpg
A T&B door was moved to the left to give space for the washer/dryer.

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya_1BR_May262K8-IMG_1767.jpg
Bedroom - Drop ceiling installation

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya_1BR_May262K8-IMG_1770.jpg
Bedroom - Drop ceiling installation

Existing floors had been removed.

^^ Thanks for the update Stephen. Looking forward to seeing the unit turn from that to this! :)

Here are the 3D rendered images of a 1-bedroom unit in Joya. Total floor area: 53 sq.m.

Date approved: May 18, 2008

The construction is on-going. The construction timeframe is 18 working days. The target completed date will be on June 7, 2008. I will post the actual completed photos soon.

Hope you like it, guys! :)

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDinin-2.jpg
Living & Dining Area - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDinin-1.jpg
Living & Dining Area - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDiningAr.jpg
Living & Dining Area - View 03

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Kitchen_cam01.jpg
Kitchen - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Kitchen_cam02.jpg
Kitchen - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Bedroom_cam01.jpg
Bedroom - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Bedroom_cam02.jpg
Bedroom - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Walk-inCloset_.jpg
Walk-in Closet

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_TB_cam01.jpg
T&B - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_TB_cam02.jpg
T&B - View 02

Studio

http://investoncondo.com/imagelib/iocforum/tribeca_studio01.jpg (http://www.investoncondo.com)


http://investoncondo.com/imagelib/iocforum/tribeca_studio02.jpg (http://www.investoncondo.com)


http://investoncondo.com/imagelib/iocforum/tribeca_studio03.jpg (http://www.investoncondo.com)


http://investoncondo.com/imagelib/iocforum/tribeca_studio05.jpg (http://www.investoncondo.com)


http://investoncondo.com/imagelib/iocforum/tribeca_1br07.jpg (http://www.investoncondo.com)


^^^^ Wow is that a black bathroom I see. That's so Sexy! :okay: :okay:

Here are the 3D rendered images of a 1-bedroom unit in Joya. Total floor area: 53 sq.m.

Date approved: May 18, 2008

The construction is on-going. The construction timeframe is 18 working days. The target completed date will be on June 7, 2008. I will post the actual completed photos soon.

Hope you like it, guys! :)

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDinin-2.jpg
Living & Dining Area - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDinin-1.jpg
Living & Dining Area - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDiningAr.jpg
Living & Dining Area - View 03

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Kitchen_cam01.jpg
Kitchen - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Kitchen_cam02.jpg
Kitchen - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Bedroom_cam01.jpg
Bedroom - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Bedroom_cam02.jpg
Bedroom - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Walk-inCloset_.jpg
Walk-in Closet

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_TB_cam01.jpg
T&B - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_TB_cam02.jpg
T&B - View 02

Hey stephen,PSID ka ba?anong batch ka?

^^Nope sir, I'm an architect. :)

^^Nope sir, I'm an architect. :)
Hi stephen, sorry for being naive, pero tanong ko sana kung may mga ready made na mabibili sa mga decorative stuff tulad nong ginawa mo sa unit ng SOMA2 na may mga dinikit kang rectangular shape sa dingding na pinatungan mo ng flower vase? san kaya pwede makahanap nyan na medyo mura?

^^Sir, pwede pakipost yung pic na sinasabi mo na may flower vase? Wala kasi akong nilagay na flower vase sa SOMA unit na ginawa ko. :)

^^Sir, pwede pakipost yung pic na sinasabi mo na may flower vase? Wala kasi akong nilagay na flower vase sa SOMA unit na ginawa ko. :)
Thanks so much Sir Stephen for the info...i really like your masterpiece.

Here are the 3D rendered images of a 1-bedroom unit in Joya. Total floor area: 53 sq.m.

Date approved: May 18, 2008

The construction is on-going. The construction timeframe is 18 working days. The target completed date will be on June 7, 2008. I will post the actual completed photos soon.

Hope you like it, guys! :)

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDinin-2.jpg
Living & Dining Area - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDinin-1.jpg
Living & Dining Area - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDiningAr.jpg
Living & Dining Area - View 03

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Kitchen_cam01.jpg
Kitchen - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Kitchen_cam02.jpg
Kitchen - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Bedroom_cam01.jpg
Bedroom - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Bedroom_cam02.jpg
Bedroom - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Walk-inCloset_.jpg
Walk-in Closet

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_TB_cam01.jpg
T&B - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_TB_cam02.jpg
T&B - View 02

Wow the best ang pagka designed:cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers:

Hi guys,

I just want to share some of my architectural & interior design projects. Will post more soon.

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SSC/Reyma_AlmanVille_2-StoreywithAtticR.jpg
Approved architectural design of a 2-storey with attic residence. Dated: June 08, 2008.

Mods, maybe we can just merge this thread with the existing Interior Design/Decoration of Condo thread in this link below so as not to waste precious bandwidth. Much Thanks! :)

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=522307

^^This thread is particularly for architectural/interior design of residential projects...and I think the bandwidth will not suffer with this thread. All you have to do is to view & give some comments. Thanks.

Very good design Steven, I have my new 3d design also but I am confuse in sending this to this forum, I'm just 1 month learned in 3d rendering using Intericad 6000 hope you can help me and comment on my 3d rendering, I still want to learn more coz on my long experince in this line I always use manual skills, I design a lot in Singapore, Middle East and now in Malaysia residential, hotels and offices. Can teach me how to attached my design here in this thread, the detailed one. tq

Hi guys,

I just want to share some of my architectural & interior design projects. Will post more soon.

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SSC/Reyma_AlmanVille_2-StoreywithAtticR.jpg
Approvedarchitectural design of a 2-storey with attic residence. Dated: June 08, 2008.


Very nice design... I'm just wondering...

1) How come we don't have car garage doors instead of car ports?

2) Is it that safe over there to have no grills on the window?
Hindi ba madaling pasokan ng magnanakaw?

3) Looks like the house is geared towards being AC all the time?
Specially the 1st floor... Does window have screens?
Wonder how much electric bills for a house that uses AC all the time...

If you dont mind I just want to comment on your window design, much better if you put concrete casing using those styrofoamed with concrete sheeting.

Very nice design... I'm just wondering...

1) How come we don't have car garage doors instead of car ports?

2) Is it that safe over there to have no grills on the window?
Hindi ba madaling pasokan ng magnanakaw?

3) Looks like the house is geared towards being AC all the time?
Specially the 1st floor... Does window have screens?
Wonder how much electric bills for a house that uses AC all the time...

^^Hi Rick,

Thanks for your comments.

1) Car garage doors are too enclosed rather than carports. It is much better if we will put tubular steel gates so that the carport has a proper ventilation.

2) The Alman Ville Subdivision is a very small compound with just only 15 houses. The whole subdivision has a perimeter wall surrounding it. Of course, I need to put a perimeter fence throughout the residence. In the perspective, I want to show the zen garden to my client (that's why it has no perimeter fence).

3) The interior of the house has 2 open deck areas for natural ventilation. (I will post the interiors as soon as my client approves it.)

Very good design Steven, I have my new 3d design also but I am confuse in sending this to this forum, I'm just 1 month learned in 3d rendering using Intericad 6000 hope you can help me and comment on my 3d rendering, I still want to learn more coz on my long experince in this line I always use manual skills, I design a lot in Singapore, Middle East and now in Malaysia residential, hotels and offices. Can teach me how to attached my design here in this thread, the detailed one. tq

^^Hi Adverg,

Here's a link on how to post pictures in SSC courtesy of Sinjin:

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=458527

Enjoy posting pics! Ü

If you dont mind I just want to comment on your window design, much better if you put concrete casing using those styrofoamed with concrete sheeting.

^^Concrete casing on window treatment is not recommended because it will affect the design of the residence. My design approach to this project is Contemporary Zen design with natural stone bricks, asphalt roof shingles & granite stones. :)

Usually Stephen, maybe it is not yet applied there, but here in Malaysia, most of the Zen contemporary house design are encased with concrete casing or architrave, anyway dont bother about it, just an opinion, thanks for the help I try to upload my design. I got your point about it, because when I went back there sa atin, this concrete casing which I've noticed are those of mediterranean profile. Usually this is not what I mean, this casing is just a simple square 4" x 4" concrete casing to complement the zen look.

One of my recent i.d. proposal

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/LivingandDiningImage8.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/Bedroom-2Image-3.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/MasterBedroomImage1.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/FAmilyLivingImage-3.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/Bedroom-4Image-1.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/DryKitchenImage-1.jpg

^^ awesome pictures..stephen and adverg!

^^Hi Rick,

Thanks for your comments.

1) Car garage doors are too enclosed rather than carports. It is much better if we will put tubular steel gates so that the carport has a proper ventilation.

2) The Alman Ville Subdivision is a very small compound with just only 15 houses. The whole subdivision has a perimeter wall surrounding it. Of course, I need to put a perimeter fence throughout the residence. In the perspective, I want to show the zen garden to my client (that's why it has no perimeter fence).

3) The interior of the house has 2 open deck areas for natural ventilation. (I will post the interiors as soon as my client approves it.)

Thanks Stephen...
I'm looking forward to your interior designs for this house... ^^
Are you going to build the house too?

Is it true the ballpark range to build a house like that in the PI is around P20k/sqm?

^^This thread is particularly for architectural/interior design of residential projects...and I think the bandwidth will not suffer with this thread. All you have to do is to view & give some comments. Thanks.

^^ Now that you have changed the parameters (excluded condo) then it may warrant its own thread. Your thread title originally had condo included in it kasi eh and there was already an existing established thread for it, which would have wasted bandwidth if posting pics on both threads. Good you revised the thread title/subject... :) :) :)

Thanks Stephen...
I'm looking forward to your interior designs for this house... ^^
Are you going to build the house too?

Is it true the ballpark range to build a house like that in the PI is around P20k/sqm?

^^Yes sir I will build the house.

The ballpark figure is between P15k to P30k / sqm.

^^ Now that you have changed the parameters (excluded condo) then it may warrant its own thread. Your thread title originally had condo included in it kasi eh and there was already an existing established thread for it, which would have wasted bandwidth if posting pics on both threads. Good you revised the thread title/subject... :) :) :)

^^Yeah you're right. I accidentally typed the word "condo" in the thread title...hehehe...sorry sir...anyways, enjoy viewing our designs. If you have time, please give us some comments. Thanks! :)

Here are the 3d rendered images of my client's 2-storey with attic at South Forbes Bali Mansions:

Hope you like it. :)

GROUND FLOOR:

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_GF_Liv-2.jpg
Living Area - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_GF_Liv-1.jpg
Living Area - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_GF_Living.jpg
Living Area - View 03

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_GF_Dining.jpg
Dining Area

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_GF_Kit-3.jpg
Kitchen - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_GF_Kit-2.jpg
Kitchen - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_GF_Kit-1.jpg
Kitchen - View 03

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_GF_Kitche.jpg
Kitchen - View 04

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_GF_Powder.jpg
Powder Room

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_GF_Den-2.jpg
Den - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_GF_Den-1.jpg
Den - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_GF_Den_ca.jpg
Den - View 03

SECOND FLOOR:

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Mas-4.jpg
Master Bedroom - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Mas-3.jpg
Master Bedroom - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Mas-2.jpg
Master Bedroom - View 03

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Mas-1.jpg
Master Bedroom - View 04

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Master.jpg
Master T&B

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Wal-1.jpg
Walk-In Closet - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Walk-i.jpg
Walk-In Closet - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Bed-3.jpg
Bedroom 01 - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Bed-2.jpg
Bedroom 01 - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Bed-1.jpg
Bedroom 02 - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Bedroo.jpg
Bedroom 02 - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Common.jpg
Common T&B

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Stu-1.jpg
Study Room - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_StudyR.jpg
Study Room - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Hal-2.jpg
Hallway - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Hal-1.jpg
Hallway - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_2F_Hallwa.jpg
Stairs

^^ Beautiful! I really like it as I do with your other designs! Now only if I can afford it! Hehehe... :lol: :lol: :lol:

Nice Stephen. One comment I have is the toilet in the master bathroom. Since I see there's a double sink, I think it's a his/hers thing. I wish there's a separate room for the toilet so that the spouse can use the sink. In this case, you can drop a deuce with privacy.

^^Good observation, Lito but the client needs a bigger walk-in closet rather than having a separate toilet & sink. :)

Hi Stephen,
How to make posted pictures small, I am still long way to learn 3d rendering, any comment on my rendering, I post some of my other projects. Can post hand drawing?

^^Hi Adverg,

I'm not sure if your projects are interior condos. Are those 3Ds that you made are your designs?

^^ Stephen and Adverg, fabulous designs! :)

Hi Stephen,
How to make posted pictures small, I am still long way to learn 3d rendering, any comment on my rendering, I post some of my other projects. Can post hand drawing?

^^Please resize your pictures at least 800px. You can use photoshop or other imaging software to resize it. Too big pictures may cause heavy bandwidth usage. :)

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/Image-3.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/Image-1.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/NewBedroom2Image-1.jpg

ttp://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/NewBedroom-2Image-5.jpg

Hi Stephen,

I am getting confused in posting this, yes this are my designs but sorry to say is not in the Philippines, this was in Malaysia right now, I try to follow your instructions but I am only new in this process, if I cannot reduce it, I think I need to stop posting first since it may consumed more space.

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/MrLeeMasterBedroom-4.jpg

^^I see. I would appreciate if you will post the actual completed project photos so that we can compare your 3D design & the actual unit. Thanks sir! :)

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/living-a.jpg

This are just merely 3d rendering, havent been implemented since I just start this proposals last month, I have a lot before but I design it using my manual drawing. I try to post some actual completed projects but no 3d rendering, tq

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/NewStudyRoomImage-1.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/CoffeeHouseTheCityBayviewHotelImage.jpg

I like your design Stephen, keep it up your good work, young generations are more creative and advanced.........

^^Thanks sir! :)

Stephen and adverg, amazing men! Where do you get all these talents? :)

To implement your design, do you hire your own carpenters and laborers and choose the appropriate materials? Just curious.

^^Thanks ruralvillage.

We have our own people (from Engineers to site supervisor to laborers) to execute my design, sir.

Thanks Ruralvillage for compliments also. For me I dont have my own firm, I am just working with one renovation company here in Malaysia, but all this implementations will pass through my approval. Our company have our own factory for fit-out works and I handle these general workers and sub-contractors for our projects.

Wah Stephen, only I found out those rattan furnitures, this one courtesy of Movement 8, In fact when Budji Layug was the guest speaker here I think last 2004 for the DEX Exhibition, I was one of the attendant. By the way where you got those 3d models for furnitures, my softwares was too limited in library for accessories and since it was from China, I dont like it's style. I am looking for those retail accessories, do you have any source since now I am doing retail shops here like says shoes and clothes boutique and saloon...thanks

^^I personally modelled all the furnitures using 3ds max. We customize furnitures as well.

What I mean Stephen, those display accessories not loose furnitures or built-ins, like say for restaurant, glasses or foods and displays, for botiques if dress those shirts and for shoe boutiques shoes and so forth, in short decorative display items. I am looking for this accessories I dont know where to find, tq

Hi Adverg,

I'm collecting 3D accessories since 1998. Those 3Ds are compatible to 3ds max & Autocad.

Here are some of my 3D renderings with Commercial Accessories:

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%203D%20Sample%20Works/Bangus-Galleria_cam03.jpg

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%203D%20Sample%20Works/SalaRestaurant_Opt01_cam01.jpg

Thanks Ruralvillage for compliments also. For me I dont have my own firm, I am just working with one renovation company here in Malaysia, but all this implementations will pass through my approval. Our company have our own factory for fit-out works and I handle these general workers and sub-contractors for our projects.

Hi sir Adverg, sori to butt-in, if i may understand correctly the "FIT-OUT WORKS".. is it the customized stuffs that you've put as decors? do you know some factory here in the Philippines (Manila in particular) who will accept fit-out works?

I really like both your designs..how i wish my small house could be designed even the interior part only, but i don't have that money to pay for professionals like you guys..

@ Junex,

Hi my friend, just call me adverg, no need sir adverg, as for my interpretations, built-in and fitout works are the same, those are customized furnitures like cabinets, shelves, backdrops and so forth. I'm sorry Iwas not around for long time diyan sa atin, I always outside the country. Last time I worked but long time already, it was Bahay Linya in Makati and Topacio Berenguer, we do all the Old Rustans Renovations in Makati and the furnitures for HQ of San MIguel in Ortigas, which is design by Steven Leach and Associates of America. Maybe you can ask Stephen since I think he is stationed there sa atin, thanks for the compliments. I can help you just email to me your plan and requirements, I can sketch for you, dont' worry it's just a help, no charge, email ad, andyverg80@yahoo.com. To stephen, thanks, means I will look for 3d max model in the internet....

Ok my friend adverg, as you wish..thanks for the response anyway..saka ko na i-email sayo yong small house ko nakakahiya eh..lol..pm kita sa ym.

Sa mga masterpiece nyo, proud na rin kami na mayron kaming mga kababayan na talagang worldclass ang galing sa ganitong larangan..naks!!!keep up the good works guys...

Junex, you're welcome.....lalake ang ulo ko niyan.....

*from Joya thread:

Here is the comparison of the Actual Completed Photos & 3D Renderings of a 1-bedroom unit in Joya. Total floor area: 58 sq.m.

Date Completed: June 7, 2008 (18 Working Days)

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_LivingDiningArea_Actu-2.jpg
Actual Photo of Living & Dining Area - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDinin-2.jpg
3D Rendering of Living & Dining Area - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_LivingDiningArea_Actu-1.jpg
Actual Photo of Living & Dining Area - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDinin-1.jpg
3D Rendering of Living & Dining Area - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_LivingDiningArea_Actual_.jpg
Actual Photo of Living & Dining Area - View 03

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDiningAr.jpg
3D Rendering of Living & Dining Area - View 03

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_Kitchen_Actual_cam01.jpg
Actual Photo of Kitchen - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Kitchen_cam01.jpg
3D Rendering of Kitchen - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_Kitchen_Actual_cam02.jpg
Actual Photo of Kitchen - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Kitchen_cam02.jpg
3D Rendering of Kitchen - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_Bedroom_Actual_cam01.jpg
Actual Photo of Bedroom - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Bedroom_cam01.jpg
3D Rendering of Bedroom - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_Bedroom_Actual_cam02.jpg
Actual Photo of Bedroom - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Bedroom_cam02.jpg
3D Rendering of Bedroom - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_Walk-inCloset_Actual_cam.jpg
Actual Photo of Walk-in Closet

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Walk-inCloset_.jpg
3D Rendering of Walk-in Closet

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_TB_Actual_cam01.jpg
Actual Photo of T&B - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_TB_cam01.jpg
3D Rendering of T&B - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_withSPD_01.jpg
...with my partner Ü

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_withSPD_02.jpg
...with yours truly Ü

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_zAccent_01.jpg
Accent Shot 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_zAccent_02.jpg
Accent Shot 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_zAccent_03.jpg
Accent Shot 03

Just curious how much these design renders cost nowadays. Everyone seems to have them. Can you do the animation as well?

Prices ranging from different categories (e.g. hi-rise, midrise, low-rise, residential, commercial, interiors, etc.). It will also depend on the 3D skills. The more realistic, the more expensive. Yes, I also do animation, walkthrus & flybys.

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/MasterBedroomImage-1.jpg

Just share my new interior design proposal (Master Bedroom)

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/MasterBedroomImage-3.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/MasterBedroomImage-4.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/MasterBedroomImage-1.jpg

Just share my interior design proposal (Master Bedroom)

Sorry for the double-post...

*from Joya thread: :)

Here is the comparison of the Actual Completed Photos & 3D Renderings of a 1-bedroom unit in Joya. Total floor area: 58 sq.m.

Date Completed: June 7, 2008 (18 Working Days)

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_LivingDiningArea_Actu-2.jpg
Actual Photo of Living & Dining Area - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDinin-2.jpg
3D Rendering of Living & Dining Area - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_LivingDiningArea_Actu-1.jpg
Actual Photo of Living & Dining Area - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDinin-1.jpg
3D Rendering of Living & Dining Area - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_LivingDiningArea_Actual_.jpg
Actual Photo of Living & Dining Area - View 03

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_LivingDiningAr.jpg
3D Rendering of Living & Dining Area - View 03

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_Kitchen_Actual_cam01.jpg
Actual Photo of Kitchen - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Kitchen_cam01.jpg
3D Rendering of Kitchen - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_Kitchen_Actual_cam02.jpg
Actual Photo of Kitchen - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Kitchen_cam02.jpg
3D Rendering of Kitchen - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_Bedroom_Actual_cam01.jpg
Actual Photo of Bedroom - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Bedroom_cam01.jpg
3D Rendering of Bedroom - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_Bedroom_Actual_cam02.jpg
Actual Photo of Bedroom - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Bedroom_cam02.jpg
3D Rendering of Bedroom - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_Walk-inCloset_Actual_cam.jpg
Actual Photo of Walk-in Closet

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_Walk-inCloset_.jpg
3D Rendering of Walk-in Closet

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_TB_Actual_cam01.jpg
Actual Photo of T&B - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_May132K8_TB_cam01.jpg
3D Rendering of T&B - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_withSPD_01.jpg
...with my partner Ü

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_withSPD_02.jpg
...with yours truly Ü

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_zAccent_01.jpg
Accent Shot 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_zAccent_02.jpg
Accent Shot 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BR_01_zAccent_03.jpg
Accent Shot 03

Adverg, please post some actual completed photos so that we can see the difference between your design & the actual units. Thanks. :)

Mods,

We have 2 really great threads below:

1) Architectural & Interior Design (Residential & Condos)

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=642431

2) Interior Design/Decoration of Condo Units

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=522307

But why do we have 2 threads talking about the same topic instead of just 1? The 1st thread that discusses residential and condo designs (the mods had earlier changed it from just residential design to include condos as well) currently has 62 posts, the 2nd that discusses purely condo designs now has 87. To the mods, I feel that it would better for all of us if we only have 1 thread so let us merge them.

Suggestion ko lang naman @stephenpdavid. I hope you agree with us this time. Thanks. :)

-dp-

^^Gusto ko sana i-change yung title but i can't...kaya nalilito na ako kung anong i-popost ko..:)

^^Gusto ko sana i-change yung title but i can't...kaya nalilito na ako kung anong i-popost ko..:)

^^Gusto ko sana i-change yung title but i can't...kaya nalilito na ako kung anong i-popost ko..:)

Haha which is why I suggested to merge the 2 threads. It'll be better that way. :)

-dp-

^^Yung isa architectural sana..more on residential projects...while yung isa naman interior condos. :)

^^Yung isa architectural sana..more on residential projects...while yung isa naman interior condos. :)

@ Stephen,

Like what I've said, these are merely 3d proposals, I am only 1 month learned about it, and my previous ones was more on hand drawing like what I've showed in mega metro malls about house, retail, office and commercial renovations and hotel designs, I will post some when I arrange it but I cannot compare as what you have now. Tq

^^Yung isa architectural sana..more on residential projects...while yung isa naman interior condos. :)

Yup but with the change in titles... they're now practically the same. Anyway, let us have the mods decide on this as I already PMed them. :)

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^^Architecture & Interior Design are two different aspects..masyadong broad din yan kapag pinag-sama.

And then there was 1 thread...

Architectural Design of Residential Houses & Condos
+ Interior Design of Residential Houses & Condos
----------------------------------------------
Architectural & Interior Design (Residential & Condos) :)

Thanks mods! :okay:

@ Stephen,

This one you show, you solely design it or you have designers working for you. You mean you have your own company doing design and build services sa atin. I am planning to start next year, I have a lot of men waiting for me start this business, since I am not there for so long, can you give me advice or hints how the trend of this services will click, tq

Here's the link where you can download the June 08 Condo Central magazine.:)

http://www.condocentral.com.ph/downloads/CCJUNE08.pdf

Nice work Stephen & adverg.:okay:

Here's some pics of a recently completed 43 sqm Interior Upgrade in Avida Towers Sucat. The furniture was put on-hold because the client is thinking of selling the unit. The motif is Contemporary Chic.

Hallway with full length mirror
http://i26.tinypic.com/107qlib.jpg

Living Room
http://i29.tinypic.com/2888tty.jpg

Master bedroom
http://i32.tinypic.com/2niqk5t.jpg

Check these out:

http://a3austria.multiply.com/photos/album/98/WCs_ParkFront_Jersey_Street_Townhomes




http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/flyerdesignfront.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC02542.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03377.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03379.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03380.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03381.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03382.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03384.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03385.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03386.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03389.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03390.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03400.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03403.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03404.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03426.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03427.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03439.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03440.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/WC%20Parkfront/DSC03447.jpg

Anone, thanks for sharing this pictures and info.
Zenday Design, very nice design much better if it was fully fitted already, thanks for the compliments..
Tc, wah in Marikina, near my place, very nice, I visit this when I came back, who is the architect for this project?

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/FoyerImage-2.jpg

For the same project above, (Foyer Area)

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/LivingImage-4.jpg

Living (View-1)

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/LivingImage-3.jpg
Living (View-2)

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/DiningImage-3.jpg

Dining

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/DryKitchenImage-2.jpg
Dry Kitchen

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/AVRoomImage-3.jpg
AV Room

Anone, thanks for sharing this pictures and info.
Zenday Design, very nice design much better if it was fully fitted already, thanks for the compliments..
Tc, wah in Marikina, near my place, very nice, I visit this when I came back, who is the architect for this project?

@adverg... it could be Arnold Austria but am not sure if he is indeed the architect. The group is WC (Wednesday Club). The Parkfront Townhomes photos came from his Multiply site... I just uploaded them in Photobucket and posted them here.[/url]

@ Stephen,

This one you show, you solely design it or you have designers working for you. You mean you have your own company doing design and build services sa atin. I am planning to start next year, I have a lot of men waiting for me start this business, since I am not there for so long, can you give me advice or hints how the trend of this services will click, tq

^^I personally design all of my projects. :)

Nice townhouses.. do you know the floor area and how much they were sold for ?

Nice townhouses.. do you know the floor area and how much they were sold for ?

Sorry but I don't have much information about Parkfront. Maybe you can go to the link and just message him in Multiply. :)

@ TC, thanks for your reply and info.

@ Stephen, Good Job my friend..........

Zenday, Adverg, and Stephen, great designs guys! Now I don't know who to choose. Hehe! :lol:

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Zenday, Adverg, and Stephen, great designs guys! Now I don't know who to choose. Hehe! :lol:


ruralvillage, they are all great.



but my preferrence goes to Stephen.
his finished projects speak for his excellence :okay:

@adverg... it could be Arnold Austria but am not sure if he is indeed the architect. The group is WC (Wednesday Club). The Parkfront Townhomes photos came from his Multiply site... I just uploaded them in Photobucket and posted them here.

Yes, I've confirmed that he is one of the designers/developers of Parkfront (and also GA Skysuites of Globe Asiatique). For those who are interested, there is still 1 more Parkfront unit available for sale.

By the way, here is a teaser for their next project... Project Houston Living Houses:

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/Project%20Houston/ProjectHouston.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/living-1.jpg
Living (View-1)
Hi Stephen,

As to your request, this are some of my previous actual completed projects, but this one quite long ago. Design concept: Contemporary Mediterranean, Scope: Interior Design and Fit-out Works, Time Frame: 3 months.

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/living-2.jpg
Living (View-2)

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/dining.jpg
Dining

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/barcounter.jpg

Bar Area

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/masterbedroom-2.jpg
Master Bedroom

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/masterbathroom.jpg
Master Bedroom

Last one, not master bedroom, but bathroom. Those columns that you can see in the living and master bathroom are just merely pvc pipe that was finish with special marble effect spray paint finish.

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^^Thanks Adverg for posting your actual completed photos. ^^

Approved 3D Interior Design of a 1-BR Unit in Joya dated June 28, 2008

Total Floor Area: 46 sq.m.
Construction Timeline: 14 working days for the interior fit-out & 30 working days for the fabrication of the furnitures.

Note: The design is similar to the 1-br unit that I previously posted esp. the Kitchen & T&B. The client's intention is to lease out the unit.

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_Jun262K8_01_LivingDinin.jpg
3D Rendering of Living & Dining Area - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_Jun262K8_02_LivingDinin.jpg
3D Rendering of Living & Dining Area - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_Jun262K8_03_LivingDinin.jpg
3D Rendering of Living & Dining Area - View 03

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_Jun262K8_04_Kitchen_cam.jpg
3D Rendering of Kitchen - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_Jun262K8_05_Kitchen_cam.jpg
3D Rendering of Kitchen - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_Jun262K8_06_Bedroom_cam.jpg
3D Rendering of Bedroom - View 01

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_Jun262K8_07_Bedroom_cam.jpg
3D Rendering of Bedroom - View 02

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/Joya1BRUnit_Jun262K8_08_TB_cam01.jpg
3D Rendering of T&B

ruralvillage, they are all great.



but my preferrence goes to Stephen.
his finished projects speak for his excellence :okay:

Thanks August88boy! Maaasahan ka talaga. :okay:

But when the time comes, I will still need to compare the cost and their completed projects.

I have my latest completed bungalow project in kl.

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I was involved in the design of Marriot Hotel, Swiss Garden Hotel renovation works and other few 5 star hotels not to mentioned. The biggest I was involved was in Hotel Uzbekistan in Russia in 1997-1998 projects.

^^sir, mga vintage pics na mga ito ha...hehehe :p

Kaya nga kc yung mga latest ko ala na me kuha picture, I have the latest kaya lang di ko nakunan ng picture umuwi kc ako sa atin, I tyr to get it for this house, that one very modern, matanda na napag-iwanan na ng trend, board na rin sa ganitong linya.......

@ Stephen,
Like you younger one's, pagbutihan mo, make it more creative, explore more design knowledge, you have the talent and imporve it the best as you can most especially now, competitiveness is very high, always explore creativity into your design ideas and make yourself a unique style that will set your name as a legacy......

Designing does not only because it's a trend, a good designer must have it's own style, never copy and not too commercialize to make you a legacy........Zen and minimalist is a trend, but make your design unique when you apply this.

^^ Mr. Adverg, don't you think all architectural and interior designs are trends? And tastes are dictated by what is the current style of that time?

What is a classic design?

@ Lili

If you are in this line, you can answer your own question, ok........

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/AdvergTower1.jpg

Just share my hand drawing design concept for high rise-mixed residential and office occupancy building.....

^^sir, mga vintage pics na mga ito ha...hehehe :p

10 years ago and he was already ahead of our time congrats po ! Beatifull !

yeah, very much ahead. what more now? kudos @adverg!

@ Porknight & Superboy,
Di naman ahead, nauna lang akong magdesign but I admire young ones like Stephen & Zen Design, since they are more exposed to higher means of technology and advance information about design knowledge, they can explore more and better design ideas than me.. Anyway thanks again...

its there nice way saying your a kuya/manong na po. hehehehe joke. just an observation. coz of that comment with
"vintage" as the highlight of the sentence. hehehehe. maybe for the pics, however its like asking who took those pics? so yun.. hehehe

I feel young when you just call me Adverg, I am not that old, maybe if you will see me you will shocked I am not that old hehehe joke only, you can ask Junex, he know much me now........

@ Juicydude22,

Ilonggo ka man dong, isang lahi pala tayo....

@ Juicydude22,

Ilonggo ka man dong, isang lahi pala tayo....

we dont use dong, as an ilonggo, nope not that, cebuanos use that.

we use either, noy, toto, nonoy, or just say what u want to say. hehehehe
anyway, hello.:)

Sorry. di kc ako masyadong maruonong mag-ilonggo, my parents are from iloilo, but nakakaintindi ng konte, ya I remember, those days when all relatives call noy, toto, meron din akong relative on my mother side, sa negros but I never been there, may kilala ka bang mga Jardeleza, Delfin and Tumlos, mga relatives ko un on mohter side.

Ok nga si Adverg na pino-post niya yung mga gawa niya (as per my request)...at least nakikita natin yung trend ng design..thanks for the heads up, Adverg! :okay:

@ Stephen,

Thanks again, I need your 3d & design expertise services someday if you welcome me........

^ kaya nga. I appreciate those photo postings. Pero nagagalit siya sa legitimate inquiry.

Like how does a trend transition into a classic design and becomes timeless? What are the elements of style?

I am not in that line. I am neither an architect nor an interior designer. I am merely a viewer of those design styles and try to adopt those in my own space based on personal tastes.

@ Lili,
Sorry If we have some misundertanding, I didn't mean to be angry, wrong timing when I see your message, I was in the midst of after hardheaded discussion with one contractor and my interpretation to your post was a negative way... Anyway to compliment your inquiry, not all design in terms of architectural and interior aspects have to be trendy in application. EVen they say minimalist is a trend at this new era, in fact if you really digest the origin of minimalist design, this considered an old design by I think founded or created by one european architect, I am not sure about it but and it is modified this days to modern taste of design concept like those italian and scandenavian furnitures design I admire them since the 80's but if you can see their design, it was applied now with some modifications like in IKEA. Classical design, cannot be superceded by modern ones, contemporary modern design, can still see the impact of classical design, modern contemporary depending on how you applied it, it can be with the appearance of more geometric figures thus with a touch of classical concept like say with not too much elaborate classical profile of plaster cornice then with the linear patterns of backdrop walls with groovelines or niches, this is applied now modernly but if you analyze it if the application of materials with "class" like in fabric, timber, ornamentals ane other display accessories, it considered "class" in it's look but modern in application.

stephen>>> pwede mo ako turuan sa 3ds max>> (email tutorial, pwede please).. medyo newbie kasi ako.. sa autocad na 3d okey- kaso pag sa 3ds max medyo litong-lito ako minsan ginagamit ko ung command ng autocad like Align/Join/Mirror na hindi nagagamit sa 3ds max.

adverg>>> tol, saan ka sa malaysia nag wowork? oi, tropicana na project ka pala? last year ngwork ako sa kuala lumpur sa may bandaraya.


ito yung sample work ko>>> hine-hazed ko ang effect: (concept lang on massing)

http://img210.imageshack.us/img210/9996/visualizationgz4.jpg

@ Lili,
Sorry If we have some misundertanding, I didn't mean to be angry, wrong timing when I see your message, I was in the midst of after hardheaded discussion with one contractor and my interpretation to your post was a negative way... Anyway to compliment your inquiry, not all design in terms of architectural and interior aspects have to be trendy in application. EVen they say minimalist is a trend at this new era, in fact if you really digest the origin of minimalist design, this considered an old design by I think founded or created by one european architect, I am not sure about it but and it is modified this days to modern taste of design concept like those italian and scandenavian furnitures design I admire them since the 80's but if you can see their design, it was applied now with some modifications like in IKEA. Classical design, cannot be superceded by modern ones, contemporary modern design, can still see the impact of classical design, modern contemporary depending on how you applied it, it can be with the appearance of more geometric figures thus with a touch of classical concept like say with not too much elaborate classical profile of plaster cornice then with the linear patterns of backdrop walls with groovelines or niches, this is applied now modernly but if you analyze it if the application of materials with "class" like in fabric, timber, ornamentals ane other display accessories, it considered "class" in it's look but modern in application.

Thanks so much for the explanation, Adverg.

It's a pleasure looking at your designs here as well as all the other contributors of this thread.

@ Interior Architecture,
My office was in Kinrara, Puchong and I am staying Pearlpoint condo sa Old lang Road, KL. Yung tropicana, bago dumating tropicana golf course, bago itong developments na ito, I do one house design there , yang mga previous works ko sa Johor Bahru yang hotel na yan way back 1996, about you where you stay in KL, are you still here?

You're welcome Miss Lili and thanks for the compliments.....

^ kaya nga. I appreciate those photo postings. Pero nagagalit siya sa legitimate inquiry.

Like how does a trend transition into a classic design and becomes timeless? What are the elements of style?

I am not in that line. I am neither an architect nor an interior designer. I am merely a viewer of those design styles and try to adopt those in my own space based on personal tastes.

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hi lil.

classic is timeless- most of us knows that.
classic is from the 18th century.. as in ung luma.

pero when you talk about classic in today's time>>> it is roughly vvery broad..
that would include the bauhaus, scandinavian, frank lloyd wright. which most of us consider modern..

the classic design is favored by almost everybody they tend to use scrolls, arabesques, columns (corinthian,doric, ionic) what you see in dlsu or the post office perhaps-it uses the classical forms of columns and arches... which were brought by the americans that time and was introduced to us as Neoclassicism but the root of classicism really came from the GREEK Architecture> persepolis, temple of hera and sorts..

it is the design implementation that change from time to time..

if i may recall on my studies> wood used on columns that was used by the greeks changed then to stone to make it more stable or even today >> metal is used as column impressions


with elements that would mean the line, color, texture..

designer people mix these element to create design.

i say i am more of contemporary design but i do respect the cornerstone's of design the classic, the modern classic, and even the regional (asian, african, balinese).


as a designer you dont have to copy the classic all the time>>> like what i see in the philippines >>> they tend to have the medittereanean look in their home -- speaking the townhouses here in the philippines. or homes in posh subdivisions some architects implements columns on facades - which i think is inappropriate in philippine setting. or maybe just with the LOOK people want to achieve.


lil, think contemporary(what is now, for me green architecture is needed today= mahal ang kuryente>>use natural lighting) and simple> jot down what you really like and narrow them into what is YOU. you may IMMITATE but keep it in mind the PERSONAL TOUCH you want to achieve for your home.

@ Interior Architecture,
My office was in Kinrara, Puchong and I am staying Pearlpoint condo sa Old lang Road, KL. Yung tropicana, if you know Lagenda Damansara, besides tropicana, bago dumating tropicana golf course, bago itong developments na ito, I do one house design there with Dato is the owner, yang mga previous works ko sa Johor Bahru yang hotel na yan in Kota Tinggi way back 1996, about you where you stay in KL, are you still here?

hi! puchong near shah alam right?? had a project there for a dato din.

in kl, not anymore im back here in the philippines, but will move to singapore by august...1996 - whoa most likely 10years..

i had one proj in tropicana g&cc for a tengku wed to a foreign -- she was really very friendly and accomodating.
i had a proj for an aussie and thai gay couple in Marc residence near ascott pretty wierd experience..

whoa, feels that i miss the roti canai and the nasi lemak..

may boss is from jb but moved to kl due to crime rate daw..

@ Stephen,

Thanks again, I need your 3d & design expertise services someday if you welcome me........


^^yes of course...its my pleasure to have business with you someday. :)

That puchong is quite far that one was in Proton warehouse, I am only near the ioi mall 4 km from it down to old klang road, how's your working when the time you are here, how do find the training in Malaysia... Good your going to Singapore, but the living standard there was so high, that is my first baptism of fire when I went out of the country, last 1991, I was with top 5 architectural firm by that time, SAA Partnership, the no 1 was DP Architects, we are the pioneer designers in Singapore, the old batch of kalog designers, lahat noon ay hand drawing pa, I do mostly presentation works in airbrush, my boss send me to Singapore which is his former Company, and I do part time renderer when he went back to Singapore that time. If you know the old telecom in Singapore it was design by my senior designer Roy Garcia that time, a filipino also now he is around 60 plus already, very good designer, some of the landmark design in Singapore design by him. I was exposed to MRT and Sentosa Development projects there in 1991. Goodluck to your new home, ingat maraming chicks diyan.......

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/Image-1-1.jpg

Just share my new scheme-b design proposal for the one of the hotel in Melaka, coffee house, hope you'll like it...out off topic again, thanks.

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/Image-2.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t261/adverg/Image-8.jpg

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Ohhhh I Love that my friend, i dont know but just perfect for me:banana:

Hi my friend,
Kamusta na, heheehe plugging hah, just wait and we will see.... thanks...

^^ I like your splashes of color @adverg. It's gonna be very inviting to eat or have coffee there.

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hi lil.

classic is timeless- most of us knows that.
classic is from the 18th century.. as in ung luma.

pero when you talk about classic in today's time>>> it is roughly vvery broad..
that would include the bauhaus, scandinavian, frank lloyd wright. which most of us consider modern..

the classic design is favored by almost everybody they tend to use scrolls, arabesques, columns (corinthian,doric, ionic) what you see in dlsu or the post office perhaps-it uses the classical forms of columns and arches... which were brought by the americans that time and was introduced to us as Neoclassicism but the root of classicism really came from the GREEK Architecture> persepolis, temple of hera and sorts..

it is the design implementation that change from time to time..

if i may recall on my studies> wood used on columns that was used by the greeks changed then to stone to make it more stable or even today >> metal is used as column impressions


with elements that would mean the line, color, texture..

designer people mix these element to create design.

i say i am more of contemporary design but i do respect the cornerstone's of design the classic, the modern classic, and even the regional (asian, african, balinese).


as a designer you dont have to copy the classic all the time>>> like what i see in the philippines >>> they tend to have the medittereanean look in their home -- speaking the townhouses here in the philippines. or homes in posh subdivisions some architects implements columns on facades - which i think is inappropriate in philippine setting. or maybe just with the LOOK people want to achieve.


lil, think contemporary(what is now, for me green architecture is needed today= mahal ang kuryente>>use natural lighting) and simple> jot down what you really like and narrow them into what is YOU. you may IMMITATE but keep it in mind the PERSONAL TOUCH you want to achieve for your home.

Thanks @interiorarchitecture. I didn't get to pass by and read your explanation.

I agree with Green Architecture as a way to go. And that personalizing your space will give it the flair and sense of home that one wants to achieve in his/her personal space.

Right now, with Green Architecture, it might be expensive at the start when one is building it or re-designing a structure but hopefully, it pays off in the end.

When I visited Vancouver, BC, they were really very much into this already.

Except for new structures, it is not yet as readily implemented here in NYC since we have a lot of old buildings here already. Even when condo-buying around here, converting into eco-friendly and green buildings entails more expenses up front.

@ Lili,

Thanks for the appreciation. Usually, I like playing with colours, but it still depends to it's usage, monochromatic colours is also my taste. Most especially nowadays, if you are dealing with restos, coffee bars and other dining facilities even now in hotels like this, they are more focus on colour treatments to attracts costumers and coz monochomatic application makes the place feel boring and and unattractive to users. Even zen design which applies cozy atmosphere, it doesn't. mean zen or bali look, everything to be brown or wallnut and grey. To enhance the place and yet it still bali or zen look, you must create attractive colours that represents on featured wall or item in your design. Example if you featured a wall, there must be an application of natural stone with orangy colours or putting sculptured glass with same colours or strong yellow or mint green. But your neutral colours still maintain as to seen in your built-ins or loose furnitures. Like this project, I revised my concept from the first one since I realize, it needs more attractive and very attractive place for people to dine and relax, with the application of artificial landscape at far end thus serve also as my featured wall.

Impressive works adverg.:okay:

Here is a photo of the unit we're doing in One Serendra sec.B. We're schedule to finish in a week.
http://i35.tinypic.com/s5947d.jpg

Whoa galeng ng mga artist dito :master::applause: Uy pwede niyo ba akong bigyan ng idea for a 35sqm studio...ung medyo industrial chic ang dating na hindi masyadong minimalist pero relaxing yung lighting :D

^^Hi Raven,

What is your email address? I will give you a rough estimate for your unit. :)

Thanks Zenday Design,

Please finish this design, I can see this will look impressive also, I like your wall frame, something with minimalist-retro style, please show me hah!!!!

@adverg i like the concept yung resto proposal for bayview parang same interiors of small trendy resto shops here sa bacolod.

you have to try to show off some proposal for starbucks bacolod or iloilo, some new small resto's and shops will open here try to show off, u might get a client.

@ Juicydude22,
Thanks for the appreciation, not these time, pag-uwi ko na lang when I start it.......

Whoa @ Zenday Design, I browse to your website, very impressive portfolio, I like how you mixed those stuffs. Where did you buy those dining lights, can you give me the supplier, I want to put in my house.....

@ Zenday Design, have you heard of TID Design, meron silang branch diyan sa atin, bali Singapore base ito, we do some contract with their showrooms here in Malaysia, very impressive din yung gawa nila.

http://img144.imageshack.us/img144/4918/ecohouse111wq5.jpg

With our commitment to contribute to the preservation of the environment, we will launch an interpretation of an environmentally-friendly house designed for the Filipino family. Called the LuzViMinda Eco-House Initiative, it is one of the major highlights at the forthcoming CONSTRUCTION SHOW MANILA 2008 set on 04 to 07 September 2008 at the SMX Convention Center.

Conceived and co-founded by Archt. James G. Jao, UAP, ModernA is a newly organized club of emerging architects from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. One of their primary objectives is to establish public advocacy initiatives to foster professional development in enhancing man-made environment.

In line with this objective, a mock-up of LuzViMinda Eco-House based on UK standards and adopted for the Philippine setting, will be set up for viewing during the ManilaCON, after which an actual structure will be built in Cebu City for an OFW family.

Further, the LuzViMinda Eco-House Initiative is a blueprint for the Filipino house that is 25% more energy efficient than a regular house built according to 2006 UK Building Regulation Standards. It will be presented as a case study for the construction of environmentally-friendly homes in the Philippines.

www.constructionshowmanila.com

Here are the 3d rendered images of my client's 2-storey with attic at South Forbes Bali Mansions:

Hope you like it. :)

GROUND FLOOR:

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee248/stephenpdavid/SPD%20IDesign/SFGCBaliMansions_Mar302K8_GF_Liv-2.jpg
Living Area - View 01



:nuts: The designs here look amazing, although I wonder what type of Theme was used here? Modern Asian?

http://img144.imageshack.us/img144/4918/ecohouse111wq5.jpg

With our commitment to contribute to the preservation of the environment, we will launch an interpretation of an environmentally-friendly house designed for the Filipino family. Called the LuzViMinda Eco-House Initiative, it is one of the major highlights at the forthcoming CONSTRUCTION SHOW MANILA 2008 set on 04 to 07 September 2008 at the SMX Convention Center.

Conceived and co-founded by Archt. James G. Jao, UAP, ModernA is a newly organized club of emerging architects from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. One of their primary objectives is to establish public advocacy initiatives to foster professional development in enhancing man-made environment.

In line with this objective, a mock-up of LuzViMinda Eco-House based on UK standards and adopted for the Philippine setting, will be set up for viewing during the ManilaCON, after which an actual structure will be built in Cebu City for an OFW family.

Further, the LuzViMinda Eco-House Initiative is a blueprint for the Filipino house that is 25% more energy efficient than a regular house built according to 2006 UK Building Regulation Standards. It will be presented as a case study for the construction of environmentally-friendly homes in the Philippines.

www.constructionshowmanila.com

I wonder why garages aren't popular in the Philippines. I see a lot of houses in subdivisions with carports instead.

:nuts: The designs here look amazing, although I wonder what type of Theme was used here? Modern Asian?

^^Hi Xeon,

It's Asian Contemporary :)