Fashion mogul Rajo Laurel and interior designer Nix Alañon share their love for the sea and entertaining at “The Monohouse”. The minimalist weekend home in Batangas, designed by 8×8 Design Studio Co., is perched on a slope overlooking a cove, with expansive bay windows that flood the space with natural light. The interior reflects the ocean setting with a mix of organic materials, contemporary furniture, and vintage pieces.

 
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