Cover Tina Cuevas enjoying a laid-back afternoon
The fashonable hotelier Tina Cuevas ushers Tatler into her own cocoon and gives a glimpse of how she puts together a stylish feast
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Above Paintings acquired from the Asian Cultural Council and Metrobank Foundation hang above the stairs leading to Cuevas’ office

What are your favourite spots in your home and why?
I enjoy staying in the garden to take in some fresh air.
 
In which area of the home do you spend your time the most?
In the living room or den. It’s where I read, take Zoom calls and watch television.
 
Which is your favourite spot for entertaining?
I normally begin at the poolside for aperitivos. I would have a DJ over to help set the mood because there is nothing good music can’t do to liven up a party. Then, we proceed to a sit-down dinner in the dining area.


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Above A mediterranean-themed merienda cena by the poolside
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Above Candelabras and flowers give life to the tablescape

 What are your entertaining must-haves?
Good food, wine, flowers, candles and a whole lot of positive vibes!
 
What are your favourite pieces in your home?
My favourites are my living room and bedroom furniture pieces. Some of my favourite works of art is a painting by Maxene Syjuco and a couple of 40-year-old Lalique candelabras from my late mum. My travel and interior design book collections are also a favourite.
 

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Above The bedroom is one of Tina Cuevas’ favourite spots in the house

Where do you usually shop items for your home?
From my travels, online, AC+632, Rustan’s, Statement Theory and just anywhere and everywhere where I see something that interests me.
 
Can you walk us through your typical day?
During the pandemic, my days would be quite uneventful and nothing very special. It’s a routine each day: I wake up quite late and have a late lunch and exercise in the afternoon. It is a different lifestyle I have adapted to as compared to pre-pandemic times. Back then, I would go out almost every night except on Sundays, which is reserved for the family. At night, I read and catch up on Netflix. Touching base with my family and friends nowadays would only be by text or Zoom calls.
 
Are there parts of your home that you’d like to be changed? If there are, how would you like to change them?
For the moment, I’m happy as it is.


This story was originally published on Tatler Homes Philippines Volume 29, available on Magzter for free.