I love Japanese culture and design and the sense of simplicity & nature and I am anxious to see…read morewhat this furniture store has in stock that might compliment items (such as wood block prints furniture or hi made from bamboo-that I currently own. I like to be surrounded by items that invoke memories of travel and friends who are proud of their culture & heritage snd sense of modern as well as o 5 Io

I bought a 150k peso Lazy Boy 3 peice couch from the BGC branch a year ago, one armrest has very…read morelittle filling, I have complained time after time and they always agree to send someone to check it. but it never happens. When it was first deliverd I was told the agent would visit me to adjust it, never happend. Be aware. I am building a house in the provence and want the same couch but I dont want to deal with these people.

Another veteran of Alabang town Center. As I mentioned in one of my reviews, I often found myself…read morespending a lot of time in Time Zone playing video games on arcade machines. I knew this store not by name, but simply by the furniture that they sold. I never really paid it any sort of attention. I'm surprised that it's still there. I mean, it's not like you see a furniture store always jam packed with people right? But I guess in a way that just goes to show a certain lesson. That sometimes, a successful business doesn't always have to be the one that draws in a big crowd. Some businesses might not draw a huge crowd, but are nevertheless capable of drawing a huge profit. And that is probably why it's still standing there today. I actually never thought I'd live to see a day that I'm happy to see that a furniture store that's been there for the longest time is still there.

When I was younger, I thought "when I start living on my own, I will buy all my furniture here"…read more Reality check: It's 2015, and I've been living on my own for almost three years, and honestly, I don't even have proper furniture! I have a table from Ace hardware, a shelf from SM Hypermarket, and hand-me down stuff that my family gave me out of pity. I do know I've made it in life when I actually have something 10 times bigger than the picture frames and cool knick-knacks I've purchased here through the years. Back when these chain of Dimensione stores were new to malls, everyone ooh'd and ahh'd over contemporary and minimalist furniture, as if the whole Philippines never new it existed. Pieces in Dimensione are classy, tasteful, and well-curated. It has consistently made its vision apparent in all the pieces they sell in their stores, and I do think that this chain of stores were actually the purveyor of modern interior design locally...well at least in the mainstream society. Personally, I love everything here, and even if you're not buying furniture, there are still reasons to check this place out as they have a lot of interesting and modern home decor and gift items (check out their Umbro stuff!).

Aside from having a stand-alone furniture shop, Bungalow 300 also comes up with a fun series of…read morepop-ups all throughout the year. Filled with unique finds and one-of-a-kind items, their pop-ups are always must-visits. Each pop-up usually has a theme and each theme depends on the vendors or brands that they partner up with. The vendors they tap are usually home decor brands, skin-care lines, independent clothing and accessories brands, fashion designers, jewelry designers, and even fine-art galleries. What's most interesting about Bungalow 300's pop-ups are the venue choices they have for them. Sometimes, they are housed in their own store in Alabang, other times they hold it in a mall. If they're feeling really creative, they take over a home and dress it up in their signature-Bungalow 300 look. To make sure that you don't miss their pop-up schedules, it would be best to follow Bungalow 300's Instagram account (@bungalow300) or to sign up for their newsletters on their website at www.bungalow300.com.

You know you're getting old when you start buying things from places that have the words "Save" and…read more"Surplus" on their name. Can't be a bad thing really because saving money is cool and responsible (and insanely difficult if you are me haha...)! Though, if you really want some cheap stuff for your house/apartment/humble abode of choice, do check out Save on Surplus for some really great deals. They mostly sell appliances, furniture, sports gear, electronics, and whole lot of other things imported from the US. If you're looking for affordable, vinyl players, they have this brand called Dick Smith (not the best name out there, I know). They have a great selection of affordable kitchen appliances for just about everything. If you're the outdoorsy type, they have a lot of sports gear such as balls, outfits, and even camping gear. I personally think that they do offer great deals on most of their items, you just have to choose 'em well and make sure you consider quality (not all will be brand spanking new) and for electronics, consider voltage requirements and warranty.

When I'm in the mood to spruce up my living space, I always make sure to pay Bungalow 300, a local…read moreindependent furniture shop in Alabang a visit. If you're a fan of mid-century modern style in bright colors and light wooden tones, Bungalow 300's big furniture pieces such as cabinets, tables and benches might be right up your alley. If you're not in the market for big-ticket pieces, the store is peppered with various kinds of interesting accessories for the home. They've got quirky, graphic tableware, vintage glass and china, sculptural lamps, colorful linens and pillowcases with geometric patterns, and home fragrances and candles. It's chock-full with all kinds of goodies that it would be certainly impossible to go home empty-handed. If you're an art aficionado, you'll also get a kick out of checking out the art pieces hanging on the walls. What's even cooler is that they are all for sale. One place that houses both art and furniture, what more could you ask for?

I have been following Bungalow 300 on their social media account for some time, mostly because I…read morehave been intrigued by the items they sell - home décor and furnishings including tables, chest drawers, chairs, plus other accent pieces. They also sell "consumables" for the home like candles, linen and room scents, and other interesting items. What I liked most were their locally made items from artisans creating pieces like pillow cases, table runners, bags, and more. With most items being handmade and handcrafted, It's no surprise that these items come with quite a hefty price. It's all worth it though as all items are of the finest materials and of high quality. I'm pretty sure that when I finally renovate and fix my room, or maybe even get my own place, I'll be back at Bungalow 300.

For kids, wandering around Wilcon while parents shop for bathroom fixtures and other household…read moreneeds is super fun! Haha. It's a huge store, so there's all sorts of stuff to look at and keep boredom at bay, like giant shiny jacuzzis and model kitchen units. Now that I'm older, recently my dad asked me to come with him to help shop for pipes and stuff for the extension we're building for our house. He's getting older too, and needs an assistant. So on my last visit, I was able to appreciate how completely stocked Wilcon is. Tiles, bathroom stuff, kitchen stuff, garden tools, locks, even pet supplies, it's all under one roof. It's the ultimate in convenience among hardware stores.

The thing about building a house is that saving time is as important as buying the right materials,…read morechoosing the right contractor and having the right design. The more time you lose, the more money you spend. This is why it's important that you choose a hardware store that has everything in it. You don't want to run around and drive to so many places just because one doesn't have a specific pipe and vice versa. You're better off at settling in 1 store where you can keep your sanity intact and your gas tank right above low. So where is this hardware that promises to give these things? It's the Wilcon Depot at Filinvest City in Alabang. My brother-in-law swears by it, and believe me he is the most anal person when it comes to these things. I came here yesterday to help him buy locks and other things for his almost finished house and it took us a few minutes to find everything we need. I would have loved to walk around more because of the nice tile selection inside but we didn't have a lot of time. So, if you're building a home or perpetually fixing an old house (like me) AND you live in the South, come to this branch and make it your home base.