Regional Product Development
This is a project-based course which focuses on continued skill development in designing, generating new concepts, and exploring creative solutions. Followed by practical tasks, students were given an opportunity to apply these learnings into practice.
Tropiko
Ira Denese R. Arce from 4IND-2
The tote bag name is "Tropiko" it represents the Philippines, a tropical country, the prime of Abaca and Rattan production. Tropiko bag is a timeless tote bag with intricate shape and form. Made with natural Abaca fiber, woven in natural first-class abaca.
Tropiko is an appreciation for culture and traditions through eccentric abaca bag design. The design is a modern aesthetic inspired by organic shapes from nature. It is an imitation of strips of tightly woven abaca twine. Abaca is a fiber known to be super durable, flexible, and resistant to saltwater damage. There are many abaca products that are produced in the Philippines including abaca bags which are known for their functional and durable stature.
EMERGERE
Job Elijander Moses R. Caguiat
from 4IND-2
The design is inspired by the Palawan South Sea Pearls and it's emergence from the Pinctada Maxima's mantle. 'Emergere' which means 'bring to light' shows the emergence of the South Sea Pearl from the 'nacre' or 'mother-of-pearl' and its iridescence at the first sight of light. In this design, the sculpted wood represents the oyster's mantles and gills where the 'nacre' can be found while the light bulb represents the emerging pearl.
SIERRA
Job Elijander Moses R. Caguiat
from 4IND-2
Inspired by the landscape of the Philippines, this lounge chair uses Rattan as its main material to imitate the mountainous regions of the country. The velvet cushions then represent the greeneries of the mountains. The Sierra lounge chair only aims to imitate two things; the mountains of the country being said, and its power in connecting people of different ethnicities as well as its historical significance on our identity. Just as different provinces - that have different people - sit, connect, and thrive on a single mountain range, the Sierra lounge chair also connects people from different walks of life, albeit temporary. Giving the possibility of meeting a stranger and knowing their story through sitting in this chair. This lounge chair encapsulates the creativity, ingenuity, and adaptability of Filipino wood workers and craftsmen in Region 4-A, combining art and design through this work.
PIÑA
Shaina Gayle E. Cereno from 4IND-2
Piña is a native textile fiber which has been part of the history of the Philippines for hundreds of years. It has been widely cultivated since the 17th century for weaving luxury textiles and mostly designed in the same way, being light beige in color with a sheer appearance and smooth silk-like texture. It was traditionally used in making barong tagalog and baro’t saya as formal wear in the Philippines. But due to a generational shift, a lot of designs were introduced so people may use it as casual wear. This led me to the idea of using the Piña fabric for bags, with a more sophisticated look that current and future generations will appreciate.
I opted for a design which will showcase not only the beauty of the bag itself, but also the Filipino culture. A lot of designers and artists nowadays have painted their bags to accommodate their clients’ personalities, whereas instead of using paint, I chose embroidery for longevity. Moreover, my design will not only portray the client’s personality but also their ethnicity. I also used a wooden stiff handle to embrace a modernized the native look.
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Antequera
Outdoor Lounge
Jasmine G. De Jesus from 4IND-2
The Antequera Outdoor Lounge Collection derives from the Antequera Baskets that have been the Bohol’s primary industry. Its growth through the years has earned them the title of being the “Basket Capital of Bohol.”
“Antequera” is an adaptation of weaved basket made from existing native material such as bamboo, rattan, wicker, nito, buri, sig-id, and other vines. With dexterity and precise movements, learned from years of practice, the design exhibits bulkiness and expressiveness in form imitating Antequera Baskets that are magically woven and shaped by the weavers of Antequera town into beautiful pieces worthy of recognition.
Moondrop
Celine Alyanna C. Diestro from 4IND-2
The design is inspired by the shape of the crescent moon. Moondrop ventures into unique and innovative ways of developing Rattan furniture. It is combined with Narra to elevate the modern and chic look of the furniture and at the same time, ensure its durability.
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Piña Dorada
Czarlynne Jhoi R. Esguerra
from 4IND-2
The design is focused on bringing the beauty and uniqueness of the local materials of the Philippines into the industry of Fashion. Pineapple fiber makes a transparent, rigid, light-weight material that is ideal for usage in subtropical climes for traditional formal attire and accessories. It is today best known as Piatex, a stronger weight material used as an alternative to leather in fashion, footwear, and accessories. This is a cradle-to-cradle material, which means that the entire material stays inside its own life cycle - any waste from the manufacturing process may be utilized as fertilizer, and they even transform energy into biomass during the decorating (extraction) process. The design created aims to bring not just beauty to it, but also comfort and style.Having to use this type of material surely promotes that standard of using pineapple fiber on other things as well.
Primavera
Czarlynne Jhoi R. Esguerra
from 4IND-2
Souvenirs are well-known in various parts of the world. Other people can use this to figure out what they're recognized for selling and what materials are popular. The proposed item is a simple handbag built from natural and organic materials. The look is a mix of elegant, sophisticated, and laid-back. It complements a wide range of fashion styles. In this bag design presented, it is made out of pineapple material to show the beauty and aesthetic value of local materials produced in the Philippines. The modest bamboo will be vital in the rehabilitation of the badly silted Cagayan River, which spilled during Typhoon Ulysses' onslaught, causing massive floods that flooded the provinces of Cagayan and Isabela and killed at least 29 people.This arose after Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Roy A. Cimatu ordered the planting of bamboo trees along the Cagayan River's banks as a priority to help prevent a repeat of the disastrous Ulysses floods.
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Ikat Lounge Chair
Jezzney Ann P. Gabriel from 4IND-2
"Ikat" Lounge Chair was named after the type of cloth used for the chair. The diamond stripes of white and red stripes distinguish Ifugao Ikat weaving. It is recognized because of its vibrant hues and eye-catching design. The weaving style inspires this lounge chair's design; strips of wood are curved and combined to form a half-shaped sphere.
ALON
Alyssa Nicole P. Juni from 4IND-2
“Alon” is inspired by the shape and form of the ocean waves. With the Philippines being surrounded by many bodies of water and rich with beautiful beaches and islands, this bus stop design would greatly represent one of the most abundant natural resources of the country. Moreover, this form exploration is composed of both long and thin wide shapes that articulate the overall space. The design composition aims to mimic the wave movements with its random planar form strokes. Lastly, the main goal of this design concept is to evoke compelling emotions while creating a design that is beyond beauty and functionality.
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RACENTE
Alyssa Nicole P. Juni from 4IND-2
“Racente” Lounge Chair is inspired by the Art Nouveau movement which was evident from the influence of the Spanish Colonization that happened in the Philippines. The meaning behind the name “Racente” is a combination of Rattan and San Vicente City in Ilocos Sur, wherein the most abundant woodworking furniture are located in Region 1. The inspiration for the overall form and appearance of the Racente Lounge Chair is the minimalism, rustic, and boho theme. In addition, the materials include rattan, which is the most abundant wooden material being produced in San Vicente city. Another is the Inabel textile, which is distinctly known for its softness, beautiful patterns, and durability.
Malaus
Center Table
Diana Irene U. Paras from 4IND-2
To incorporate their ornate or geometric design trademark and also a part of Pampanga’s culture, the accent of the design takes inspiration from a Parol pattern. Incorporating this as only an accent part to the furniture to retain the design intent of simplicity also gives the furniture a touch of elegance. The main tabletop has a round shape which radiates a positive feeling. Using a bleached solid wood, stained to a light warm-toned finish as the main material to achieve a pure and warm feel, accenting the table with a dark mahogany coloured finish solid wood for the parol geometric pattern to add elegance and sophistication which still balances the intent of giving out a feeling of comfort and welcomeness. Having an additional function as storage underneath with an easily accessible rotating wood feature to delight users with just sliding the geometric table top to the sides to access the stored items keeping objects on the table top in place.
Ignition
Ezra Jobert V. Seeping from 4IND-2
This "Ignition" suspended lighting fixture is made from a fiber reinforced polymer diffuser encapsulated with carefully coiled rattan. The framework is a highly durable metal frame, powder coated for durability. Additionally, the overall design inspiration is derived from the Filipino phrase "Bugso ng emosyon" which can be associated with explosion or ignition of feelings and emotions that can be seen with the explosive structure of the fixture. Some design considerations that are evident includes the use of line strips and organic forms to further highlight the natural quality of the main material involved.