Cover The Bennett Custom Sectional is a piece of furniture that enhances the living room's quality as an intimate space
The Bennett Custom Sectional is a piece of furniture that enhances the living room's quality as an intimate space
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For Ramon Orlina, the choice of furniture is deeply personal, rooted in comfort, style and a dedication to timelessness
The Father of Philippine Glass Sculpture, Ramon Orlina, views both his glass art and furniture as crafts that demand passion and an eye for small details. When approaching the design of his living space, which he says provides “good energy and peace,” he opts for a neutral colour palette to accommodate the frequent changes of the paintings on his walls. Orlina bought the Ethan Allen sectional, which can also convert into a sleeper, for his residence’s family hall connected to his workshop as a practical addition. This exemplifies his philosophy of selecting furniture that is both functional and enduring.
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Above Ramon Orlina chooses the custom Bennett Leather Sleeper Sectional for its timelessness in design and quality
Ramon Orlina chooses the custom Bennett Leather Sleeper Sectional for its timelessness in design and quality
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“As an artist, I am always proud of what I exhibit, and I am sure Ethan Allen is the same,” Orlina tells Tatler. “We must always do our best and keep our standards high. Interestingly, I worked in a furniture store when I was younger. It was a great experience and I learnt skills necessary for putting up a business, plus an appreciation for furniture.” Orlina chooses the custom Bennett Leather Sleeper Sectional for its timelessness in design and quality. The Bennett custom leather sectional that Orlina is proud to have in his home is an Ethan Allen icon.
With its generous seating and easy, lived-in elegance, it turns any space into a haven for rest and inspiration. Orlina, considered a significant personality in the art scene and also someone with impeccable taste for fine furniture and interiors, emphasises that these pieces he chose for his residence are “expressions of ourselves.” Among the sculptor’s collections displayed in his eponymous museum in Tagaytay are designer chairs. In his view, furniture is what we interact with daily, and [so] it must combine good design with comfort. “Design should be timeless. Craftsmanship and creation need passion,” Orlina says.
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Above Kennington table lamp and tropical leaf watergarden
Above Kendrick ottoman and ceramic paper cranes
Kennington table lamp and tropical leaf watergarden
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The artist points to its lasting quality, comfort and style, pieces that will last a lifetime. He believes the sofa is the single most important furniture piece to invest in, as it “ties the room together” and serves as the place for shared conversations. His ultimate goal is for guests to sit down and be able to say, “It is nice and comfy.”
Above Opposite the Bennett sectional lies the Gracedale Dining set and Grayson side chairs
Opposite the Bennett sectional lies the Gracedale Dining set and Grayson side chairs
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Surrounding himself with such thoughtfully crafted pieces is paramount for the renowned glass sculptor, whose works not only add luminescence and brilliance to each of his clients’ homes but also bring vigour to meaningful conversations held in their presence. Indeed, a timeless furniture piece is essential to a life lived in artistry.
Celebrate the artistry of living with Ethan Allen—where furniture becomes art. Find them at Twenty-four Seven McKinley Building in Bonifacio Global City and at Pioneer Street in Mandaluyong City. Visit ethanallen.com.ph.
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Before assuming the Art and Culture Editor position, Franz has always had a penchant for visual and performing arts. He is passionate about exploring and writing about the local cultural scene and rediscovering the country’s storied past and rich heritage. Besides working on this luxury lifestyle magazine, Franz is an avid book reader, local traveller, museum-goer, chorister, and community theatre playwright.
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Franz earned a degree in Journalism from the University of Santo Tomas. He writes about local visual and performing artists and their craft; drinks wines, liquors, and spirits and talks about the creativity of their respective winemakers and master blenders; tries to learn more about business and investments; respects the tradition and artistry that go behind the making of watches and jewellery; and appreciates the genius of architecture and creative design.
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