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• Bahay Kubo


  A small hut comprising nipa, bamboo, and other indigenous materials
• Bamboo


  • Employed for furnishings such as bed frames, sofa sets, and tables
  • The material stands the test of time with its versatility even in modern homes
• Abaca


  • Also known as Manila hemp, is one of the country's 35 fiber crops and considered the strongest natural fiber in the world
  • Used for interior furniture that is easy for designers to work with
• Coconut shell laminates


  On par with the quality and appearance of turquoise shells or ivory, but recently used as a building material
• Coconut husk fiber


  Albeit on a local and small scale, involving products like ropes, nets, textiles, and other small artifacts
• Rattan


  • Member of palm family
  • Known as malacca cane or manila cane
  • Flexible and durable
• Composite roofing shingles


  • They are made with recycled materials such as paper products and fiberglass, making them weather-friendly and not easy to corrode
• Recycled metals


  • Reclaimed or recycled materials are long-lasting items that need not be replaced
  • Remelted materials from scrap constructions, plumbing, components, and debris from manufacturing products are more helpful to the environment
• Sustainable wood


  • Reclaimed or recycled woods work the same as the former. It can be used for construction, structural strengthening, flooring, and even support on the roof
• Cork


  • Fast growing and can be harvested without planting another one making it more sustainable and easy to produce
  • Flexible and resistant to water and rots
  • Best use in paneling, insulation, and flooring
• Straw bales


  • Contributes to building energy ratings by trapping excess heat in the winter and keeping it out in the summer
  • Low cost, high thermal insulation, moisture resistance, and safety. It can also be used for sound insulation
• Recycled plastic


  • Can be used as furniture, such as tables and chairs – it has the same qualities and uses by blending with other materials for durability and added structure
• Precast concrete slabs


  • Incredibly durable and can fight different weather conditions to protect the inside of the house
• Solar panels


  • Used to conserve energy, but with large structures such as high-rise towers and hotels, a lot of power needs to be used and produced to maintain its glory
• Rammed earth


  • A popular and cost-effective method of constructing solid foundations, floors, and walls by compacting natural materials such as stone, soil, or rocks