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One thing we’re especially glad we planned for was the built-in coffee nook and drinks bar framing the kitchen entrance....
20/05/2026

One thing we’re especially glad we planned for was the built-in coffee nook and drinks bar framing the kitchen entrance. It seemed like a small detail during the renovation, but it completely changes how the space functions.

Instead of everyone constantly walking through the kitchen for coffee, water, or a quick drink, there’s now a dedicated spot that feels connected to the kitchen without interrupting it. Morning coffee, afternoon iced drinks, late night tea runs, it all happens here.

Because we were so intentional about layered lighting throughout the home, we wanted this little nook to have its own warmth too. The brass picture sconce gives the whole corner a soft glow at night and makes it feel extra inviting.

It’s one of those additions that proves the smallest spaces often carry the most atmosphere, a gentle pause between spaces made for slow mornings, cold drinks, and conversations that linger a little longer.

We’ve always believed lighting should do more than simply brighten a room. The right layers of light can completely chan...
20/05/2026

We’ve always believed lighting should do more than simply brighten a room. The right layers of light can completely change how a space feels — adding warmth, depth, softness, and making even everyday moments feel a little more special.

The four sconces above the newly installed steel frame windows cast a soft evening glow and draw attention to the height of the room and highlight the beautiful lines of the steel windows at night. Along the uninterrupted prep counter, three pendant lights create pools of warm light for cooking and gathering. Spotlights gently illuminate the floor-to-ceiling pantry wall so the darker cabinetry still feels rich and dimensional at night, while recessed downlights provide focused working light over the sink and built-in range.

In the daytime, the kitchen is flooded with natural light and moving shadows from the trees outside. But at night, the layered lighting gives the space an entirely different feeling — calmer, softer, and almost cinematic.

The old kitchen always felt dim and closed off, even in the middle of the day. While renovating, we discovered these old...
18/05/2026

The old kitchen always felt dim and closed off, even in the middle of the day. While renovating, we discovered these old steel frame windows rusting away in the yard, original to the house and forgotten for years. Restoring them and opening up the wall completely transformed the space.

Now the kitchen fills with soft natural light from morning until sunset, while the breeze moves through the space freely. What once felt enclosed now feels open, calm, and deeply connected to the outdoors.

Sometimes a home doesn’t need more space. It just needs more light, more air, and a little room to breathe.

We fell in love with this old house because it had good bones. The kitchen was chaotic, dysfunctional, and long overdue ...
17/05/2026

We fell in love with this old house because it had good bones. The kitchen was chaotic, dysfunctional, and long overdue for a renovation, but underneath all of that was so much unrealized potential.

It definitely wasn’t without problems. The dated cabinets were riddled with anay and smelled like ipis, the sink barely worked, and the wiring was honestly sketchy and dangerous in places. The flow of the space was awkward and inefficient. Most people would’ve walked in and only seen the issues. We could see the vision.

What immediately drew us in was the incredible high ceiling lined with rich ipil wood and the vintage marble floor tiles, both filled with history and character. The kitchen felt dark and closed off, but we knew that opening it up and adding more windows for natural light would completely transform the feel of the room.

These are the before photos, right before we started bringing the vision to life.

30/04/2026

Cooking in this kitchen at sunset is such a vibe. Still one of our favorite tiny home builds.

Sharing this bathroom renovation we’re currently working on. It’s not completely finished yet—we’re still waiting on sco...
26/04/2026

Sharing this bathroom renovation we’re currently working on. It’s not completely finished yet—we’re still waiting on sconces and runner rugs, and holding off on the limewash paint for now.

So far, we’re very happy with how it’s turned out. We kept the existing layout to control costs, but made a few targeted changes to improve function and flow—like converting part of the shower area into built-in storage for towels, essentials, and a laundry bin.

Not shown in the photos are additional built-in shelves beside the vanity for everyday items, as well as a recessed shower niche for toiletries.

Great job to our talented & incredibly hard-working team for bringing this together.

Long before the open road, there’s work, patience, and belief.We’ve started reviving this Isuzu Elf—laying the groundwor...
30/01/2026

Long before the open road, there’s work, patience, and belief.
We’ve started reviving this Isuzu Elf—laying the groundwork for a future tiny home built for slow roads, wild views, and quiet mornings.

27/07/2025

Hank @ 2 months loves to lay around in this corner of our tiny home.

We are obsessed with this firepit & these chairs! Bonfire every night!
31/03/2025

We are obsessed with this firepit & these chairs! Bonfire every night!

Check out these incredible before and after shots from our recent tiny flat renovation in El Nido! Despite many challeng...
06/04/2024

Check out these incredible before and after shots from our recent tiny flat renovation in El Nido! Despite many challenges, we completed this project in just under 3 months. While I initially planned to wait for better daytime photos, I couldn't wait to share these unedited snapshots taken on my camera phone.

I was watching an episode of The Established Home and Jean Stoffer said something that struck a cord with me. She said: "Most of the design work we do is high-end. But thoughtful design, beautiful design, can be done with all sorts of budgets. You know, it's easy to spend money on something. It's harder to make something look and function really well on a real budget." This project was quite the journey. We faced unexpected hurdles due to the limited availability of materials in El Nido, resulting in increased costs from shipping items from Puerto Princesa or Manila. Nonetheless, we tackled the task with determination to keep costs low. We prioritized reuse and upcycling wherever possible and scouted clearance sales, echoing Jean Stoffer's belief that great design can thrive on any budget.

One of the highlights for me is the inclusion of built-in window seats and storage cabinets, along with the compact yet highly functional kitchen. Despite its size, we ensured ample storage throughout the space, including a floor-to-ceiling cabinet in the bedroom featuring a convenient pull-out cleaning closet. We're thrilled with how this renovation turned out! 🏡✨

05/01/2024

What a great way to start the year! ❤️🎉

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