An exciting online community for furniture enthusiasts is springing up in Manila.
‘The heart of everything for us is to create a designer-friendly space — a community for furniture enthusiasts,’ says Osang Ombao, co-founder of the Atelier Co website that aims to act as a wellspring of exchange, engagement and idea forming. Addressing the absence of a common digital space, the site offers a platform for users to aggregate links, contacts, product catalogues and thought pieces on design and furniture.
‘It’s a one-stop shop for people, especially in the local market,’ explains Ombao’s fellow founder Pam Medina. The website is a portal providing news on local and international design trends, furniture hacks, DIY tips and furniture care, as well as a plethora of features on designers, design spaces and upcoming…
