ZipMatch's Articles
No Maids Allowed: A Reflection on Discriminatory Signs in Manila
Signs like these hang at many condominiums in the Metro, yet no one seems to care.
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February 5, 2015 - 5 min read
Manila Deserves the Stars: A Reflection on Visual Pollution in the Philippines
There is a surprising connection between crime and visual pollution in the Philippines.
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February 4, 2015
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16 Iconic Architectural Structures in the Philippines
In celebration of the National Architecture Week, here's a look at the country's architectural pieces with unique visual signatures.
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December 11, 2014
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3 Cool Spots to Geek Out in Bonifacio Global City
Explore the different libraries and museums found in BGC.
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December 2, 2014
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The Smart Home: Real Estate’s Next-Gen Technology
See how the Internet of All Things has made advancements to the home.
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November 26, 2014
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5 Metro Manila Condos with Resort-Style Amenities
Residents of these luxurious condos are living the resort lifestyle, thanks to these awesome amenities.
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November 20, 2014
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How Long Does a Condo Building Last For?
How does a condo’s lifespan actually play out in 50 years? What can condo homeowners reasonably expect in terms of maintenance or repairs? Read more.
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November 18, 2014
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Student Digs 2.0: The Rise of Condos as Housing for Students
For those of us who lived away from home during college, student housing is fondly recalled – not so much with love, but for its squalor. In universities with on-campus accommodations such as dormitories or near-campus housing that range from the tight squeeze of bedspacers and studio apartments to house rentals shared with close friends, […]
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November 17, 2014
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From the Cave to the Condo: The Evolution of the Filipino Home
This infographic shows how much the Filipino home has changed from caves and makeshift lean-tos.
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November 12, 2014
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After the Storm: Disaster-Proof Designs in the Philippines
On Nov 8, it will be a year when Typhoon Haiyan, known locally as Yolanda, struck the Philippines with winds that went as high as 230 km/h to 315 km/h. It left a terrible devastation, nearly wiping out the Eastern Visayas region: 11 million people suffered, lost their entire families, and rendered homeless in the […]
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November 7, 2014
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