BELIEVE it or not, the typical low-tech “bahay kubo” built by the Filipinos’ ancestors centuries ago can be considered the first “green building,” which is fast-becoming the trend in the so-called ...

The proposed legislation to standardize the use of engineered bamboo in construction marks a potentially transformative moment for the Philippines. For too long, bamboo has been confined to ...

TAYUG, Pangasinan—The town square here has turned into a “subdivision” of bahay kubo (bamboo huts) as residents relived history in celebrating the fiesta this month. “I saw a photo of the original ...

San Juan, Batangas: Unwind Hata — In this week's episode, come along on a delightful journey through a modern take on the classic bahay kubo in Batangas. Join the owners as they guide you through ...

BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines — While most localities on Negros Island still have to deal with shelter needs of families affected by the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon in December last year, ...