Forward Thinking

Brian Hontiveros of Modularity Home shares why the modular design concept is the path forward

“Modular living makes for a more flexible and less rigid approach to home design,” says Brian Hontiveros, general manager of Modularity Home. With a modular concept, homeowners maximise their spaces in a more efficient manner. It provides ample storage systems and home essentials customisable according to clients’ preferences—in a variety of finishes, colours, materials and more. “Having a bespoke space is a luxury that people invest in because it’s something they can truly enjoy every single day.”

One of the companies that distribute world-class home brands in the Philippines is Modularity Home. Founded and named after the modular concept, it provides synergised living spaces fit for various lifestyles. While the business started with kitchens—the heart of every home—the company has since expanded its line-up to include other crucial elements of the home like the bathroom, living room as well as closet systems. Together with Scavolini, one of Italy’s biggest kitchen manufacturers, are prestigious and ultra-luxe brands such as Valcucine, Pianca, Elica and more.

Filipino and Italian cultures share a passion for food and family, according to Hontiveros, making it easy to integrate Italian brands of impressive quality into Filipino homes. Scavolini boasts over 40 models and hundreds of finishes to suit different preferences as well as hundreds of modules and accessories. “Imagine having a space that’s a true reflection of you, that doesn’t only look great, but feels and functions at the same level, too.”

A rising design trend, shares Hontiveros, is the open-plan layout for kitchens where families may entertain guests or enjoy each others’ company. An example of this is Scavolini’s Mia kitchen, a professional-grade kitchen in collaboration with the Michelinstarred chef, Carlo Cracco. This custom-sized kitchen space upgrades your cooking game with its exclusive handle designs, new finishes and a Line System affording functional and sophisticated customisations. Meanwhile, dual living is also popular now, letting more homeowners spend quality time at their secondary homes. This lifestyle calls for something customisable and comfortable, characteristics that Scavolini’s Diesel Open Workshop truly evoke. It radiates a unique character through modular metallic structures with a clear industrial twist. Its Stock Rack system allows the construction of compositions, accentuated by the use of opaque shades that create a cosy environment.

“At the end of the day, it’s about designing your space with your everyday needs in mind: beautiful, functional and durable,” concludes Hontiveros.