14 February 2016//:
@Sixteen, Klein, here and now, signing on…
Design is not alone “what it looks like”. It is “Look
at what’s within”. There’s a greater scheme, the substance.
Here’s another
Sleek Mediterranean-inspired prototype house for General Trias’ Wonder, the
Maravilla Subdivision. Advancing possible doubts on the unique differences
between the earlier posted, Seville model, aside from embracing a more intimate
family group, as a whole, the same positive elements were incorporated in this
model. Aristotle expressed
it as, “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is
not an act, but a habit.” We are confident of our balanced equation of
Practicality and Less Ornamentation: Modern style’s prime ingredients plus
Comfort and Luxury: Spanish Mediterranean style’s key goals. That is why
complete dis-attachment from such a viable design solution and then anew
testing of waters would be jeopardy. We, in the design team, valued the consistency of the building’s
silhouette and have just varied small details for yet easy distinction.
Reimagining Spain…
Merida,
being a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the western central region, is Spain’s
high value. And to express the identity of Merida would be
effective through its vernacular tongue, Mediterranean style. Common exterior
elements of this style typically include numerous huge windows, carved openings,
balconies, high arches, columns, arcades and wrought iron works. Rendering
these elements into a contemporary approach and in a given smaller mass and
surface, the design has effectively worked out a solid design principle: “To give people a different way of looking at their
surroundings? That's art to me (Maya Lin)”. The design complemented the existing and earlier presented
House models, and at the same time has introduced yet a new significant component,
sustainable living. And this is not simply to justify the color palette of the
exterior which is literally green, but that the intention was not only on the
regards of the built environment, but also, the natural environment. The
landscapes, the sun, the wind, and all that surrounds… That is beyond how we
would define Spain…
Creativity is not
confined with what is yet to invent. It could be what is yet to improve, to
innovate, to re-identify. Creativity is more about unique perspectives,
different arrangements, new combinations, trusting your instincts, being honest
about it. Now who says that Mediterranean style is only around the
circles of warm colors? Please tell him, we have greens to offer… trees to
shelter…
“One of the great beauties of architecture is that
each time, it is like life starting all over again.” –Renzo
Piano
“Architecture, like dress, is an exercise in good manners,
and good manners involve the habit of skillful insincerity – the habit of
saying “good morning” to those whose mornings you would rather blight, and of
passing the butter to those you would rather starve.” –Roger Scruton
Disclaimer: Role/s on the project is/are part/s of
the architect’s work assignment for N.S.Mangio & Associates – Architects.
Collage and Presentation of the images are for the architect’s portfolio
purposes only. Rights are still directly reserved for the architect-of-record,
Nestor S. Mangio & Associates – Architects and/or the project
owner/developer, San Miguel Properties Inc. Check their website for marketing
and purchasing details: www.sanmiguelproperties.com.ph
Klein, here and now, signing off://
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