Hotel of the Week: Dusit Thani Manila
This award-winning hotel blends the rich Thai heritage with Filipino hospitality amid a luxurious setting.
Work hard, get more leisure as Alveo Land launches Solstice in soon-to-rise Circuit Makati
Having more time for play and entertainment may soon be within reach as Solstice, a newly launched residential condominium, is set to rise at the heart of Circuit Makati–an entertainment and leisure hub development by Ayala Land Inc.

Coscolluela group designs high-end SM Aura Premier according to green architecture
The internationally awarded architectural firm shapes the future of malls with the first pre-certified LEED Gold retail establishment in the country.

Twin Lakes: First vineyard resort in the Philippines soon to rise in Tagaytay
Tagaytay’s first master-planned integrated tourism estate featuring residential spaces, a hotel, and commercial area, will also have its own vineyard, producing grapes for local wines, which will then be sold in the future.

EARTH DAY 2013 | Crafting magazine back issues into trendy ‘green’ jewelry
Citibank employees celebrate Earth Day by volunteering in Virlanie Foundation’s recycling project.

VIDEO | Help this green thumbed 2-year-old win a scholarship to The Green School, Indonesia
Garden-loving pre-schooler Pio Lorenzo Becina not only has a great love for plants but a generous heart for helping other kids as well. Watch his video entry to The Green School competition and be inspired by him.

EARTH DAY 2013 | Buddhist group recycles bottles into clothes, trash into relief funds
Soft blankets, bags, socks, and other everyday items made from recycled bottles not only help save the earth but also assist communities devastated by calamities.

‘Wood’ you fancy a framed photo?
Turn your digital photos into works of art your family and you can appreciated at home. Here’s where to get them framed.

Saving the world with energy-saving household appliances
Love doing household chores with stylish and energy-saving home appliances from Samsung.

10 interesting pieces at Manila FAME
Here are some stand-out pieces at this year’s premiere design and lifestyle trade show.

10 home fire prevention and safety tips for summer
March is Fire Prevention Month. Keep your family and home safe with a few simple safety tips from the Bureau of Fire Protection.
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