Cover The villa’s interiors came alive with design luminaries, architects, and tastemakers as Casa Bella and Tatler Philippines hosted an intimate celebration of The Cassina Perspective at Sundown at Elan by the Bay
The villa’s interiors came alive with design luminaries, architects, and tastemakers as Casa Bella and Tatler Philippines hosted an intimate celebration of The Cassina Perspective at Sundown at Elan by the Bay
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Casa Bella Home and Living, in partnership with Tatler Philippines, hosted a sunset celebration of The Cassina Perspective at Sundown at Elan by the Bay—an evening of Italian design, fine dining by Gallery by Chele, and conversations with icons from the local design and architecture scene.
At Elan by the Bay, design met dusk in an evening that celebrated taste, craftsmanship, and connection. Casa Bella Home and Living, in partnership with Tatler Philippines, hosted an elegant gathering in honour of The Cassina Perspective at Sundown—a showcase of Italian excellence and timeless design that continues to shape the way we live.
The night opened with heartfelt remarks from Joseph and Stephanie Tay, the husband-and-wife duo behind Casa Bella, who welcomed guests and reflected on their company’s decade-long journey of bringing the world’s most esteemed European design houses to the Philippines. “Great design is a living dialogue between heritage and modernity,” shared Stephanie Tay, setting the tone for the night’s celebration of creativity and collaboration.
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Above Drinks served by Chele Catering
Above Pass-arounds prepared by Chele Catering.
Drinks served by Chele Catering
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Above Bathed in natural light, the interiors of Elan by the Bay offered guests a serene preview of Cassina’s craftsmanship and design philosophy during The Cassina Perspective at Sundown
Bathed in natural light, the interiors of Elan by the Bay offered guests a serene preview of Cassina’s craftsmanship and design philosophy during The Cassina Perspective at Sundown
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Above A picturesque view of Elan by the Bay ahead of The Cassina Perspective at Sundown hosted by Casa Bella and Tatler Philippines
A picturesque view of Elan by the Bay ahead of The Cassina Perspective at Sundown hosted by Casa Bella and Tatler Philippines
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Guiding the evening was Tim Yap, who introduced Marta Ritmonio, Cassina’s Regional Sales Manager for Southeast Asia and India. Ritmonio spoke about Cassina’s 90-year legacy rooted in Meda, Italy, and its commitment to blending innovation with cultural heritage through its collections—iMaestri and iContemporanei.
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Elan by the Bay
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Above Tessa Alindogan and Ramon Antonio
Above Irene Martel Francisco and Elena Coyuito
Tessa Alindogan and Ramon Antonio
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The event was graced by distinguished guests from the design and architecture community, including Architects Ramon Antonio and Anthony Nazareno, who shared their personal design philosophies and how Cassina’s timeless approach continues to inspire them. Pia Wurtzbach, celebrated for her refined sense of style, spoke about creating spaces that reflect individuality and intention.
Guests moved through immersive Cassina-styled vignettes throughout the villa—each one a study in proportion, texture and light—while enjoying a thoughtfully curated menu by Gallery by Chele, whose contemporary Spanish-Filipino dishes offered an equally inspired sensory experience.
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Radiant as ever, Pia Wurtzbach graced The Cassina Perspective at Sundown at Elan by the Bay, bringing her signature poise and eye for style to the evening’s celebration of design
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As twilight deepened, conversation filled the air, weaving together the shared passion of those who see design not merely as decoration, but as a way of life. The Cassina Perspective at Sundown, as Casa Bella and Tatler so gracefully reminded everyone, is about living beautifully—with purpose, imagination and heart.
As twilight settled, guests lingered over cocktails and candlelight—surrounded by Cassina’s icons and the unmistakable warmth of Casa Bella hospitality
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A creative storyteller with a background in literature and culture, Dowee has been with Tatler since 2016 and now leads the brand’s digital voice—pursuing stories that highlight inspiring people, moments, and experiences. She holds a Master’s degree in Creative Writing from De La Salle University and is pursuing her PhD in Philippine Literature and Society at the University of the Philippines. She is also a member of the writers group, Taftique, which hones young writers in the field of creative literature.
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