This Man Built A House On A Remote Island To Live With Nature And Animals | Palawan, Philippines

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In this week’s episode, explore a unique home nestled in El Nido, Palawan.
Discover a 1,500 square feet residence built on a 1000 square feet footprint, blending seamlessly with its natural surroundings. Designed by architect Justin Guiab, the home exemplifies a harmonious coexistence with nature, featuring open spaces and humble materials like wood, clay, rammed earth, and concrete.
With no distinct main door, entry to the house is fluid, inviting natural light and ventilation. The design follows the land’s natural slope, enhancing the connection with the outdoors. An open layout combines kitchen, dining, and living areas, anchored by a large multi-functional table. This communal space not only fosters practicality but also promotes unity with its surroundings.
Thoughtful elements abound, from the water source to sustainable building practices.
Water sourced from a nearby spring, rich in minerals, serves the household needs, while a pocket garden with swamp taros aids in natural water filtration. The roof's cogon grass insulation and oculus design reflect local wisdom and sustainability, ensuring comfort and longevity.
Throughout the home, simplicity meets functionality.
The bedroom features minimalist furnishings and indirect lighting, echoing natural ambient light patterns. In the bathroom, a carved rock basin stands testament to craftsmanship and connection to the land.
For architect Justin Guiab and his family, this home is a sanctuary.
It's a place where design meets purpose, where every detail echoes a commitment to living in harmony with nature. Join us as we explore a space where thoughtful design and natural beauty intertwine seamlessly.
As always, special thanks to the homeowners opening up their home to us.
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[@iamkevkev]

This house deserves an award

[@StackedHomes]

It really does

[@lanlam2114]

I think the same, because it is so cost effective!

[@jacQ4555]

So many aspects of our lives has been “westernised” & “urbanised”, it’s so nice to actually see you seek inspiration from your roots for a better, fulfilling way of living. God Bless you and your loved ones.

[@StackedHomes]

Beautifully said! Embracing our roots truly enriches our lives.

[@vincentjosephcesista7497]

Justin is an incredibly talented architect and remarkably humble. He is also blessed with a beautiful family-Sarah and Janu. Wishing you many more projects in the future so that you can continue sharing your talents with others, Arch!

[@StackedHomes]

Justin's talent and humility shine through. Best wishes to him and his lovely family indeed! 😊

[@Angelique_psy.transpersonnelle]

✨🙏✨🙏✨🙏

[@hostilesamurai]

This house is so soulful

[@StackedHomes]

We're glad we managed to bring that out of the home!

[@christopherlorenzo6026]

“Nakikitira lang kami.” ❤

[@StackedHomes]

What a beautiful way to end the video 😊

[@mariasheena5225]

❤❤❤

[@ESHaoranile2531]

As an architect I Love the open plan & uses of filipino indegenous materials. My main concerns: the lifespan of organic materials & the infiltration of mosquitoes, termites & insects.

[@StackedHomes]

Absolutely, blending indigenous materials with modern design is inspiring!

[@GongChi]

I’ll be dreaming of this for the rest of my life.

[@StackedHomes]

Same here! It's unforgettable.

[@SirFranzJosef]

This changed my view on design and architecture. It's like its own genre in design making. ❤❤❤

[@StackedHomes]

I guess you can call it traditional Filipino home aesthetic 😄

[@seaweedsoup4572]

idk why I was moved to tears while watching the video. This house truly embodies peace and tranquility ❤

[@StackedHomes]

Glad the video brought out such emotions, it's really touching

[@Onch0912]

Maybe it's just me but watching the video makes me so emotional. For all the right reasons of course. It's just the built composition is so well thought and Justin spoke to the place, the house, and anything in between to ensure there's harmony and unity between the dwellers and the surroundings. Isn't that lovely?

[@vanrey-mh2mi]

This house is so insane holy its unreal how beautiful it is.

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Thanks for your kind words!

[@syafiqzailan]

What a beautiful slow life.

[@StackedHomes]

It is! And we really wanted to capture that too, so we're glad it came through!

[@parang889]

Kudos to stacked homes for trying something new

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Always glad to show you such amazing homes 💯

[@maricelagustin8458]

This is by far the best home I saw on KZbin that is suitable in a tropical climate.

[@StackedHomes]

Absolutely! It's perfect for the Philippines.

[@medeiapsyche]

because they used building techniques and materials that our ancestors have used for thousands of years

[@veilsnzills]

You live the dharma in your everyday life. Fate will be kind to your family. This mindfulness will bring in bliss and positivity into your home. However, the best thing I got from this video is the value of co-existence that you teach to your son. He will grow up grounded in humility and experience life deeply connected to nature. A house of beauty and minimalism!

[@StackedHomes]

Beautifully said! Mindfulness and values truly enrich a home and family :)

[@sbdiaries]

The ammout of thought and length s you went to to study the land and wind, before building was true dedication 👏. Gorgeous property for you all to enjoy 😊. Thanks for sharing your beautiful 😍 home 🏡 with us ❤. Greetings from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Simon and Beth ❤👋

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Thank you for your kind words, Simon and Beth! We're thrilled you enjoyed our journey with us. 😊

[@sherylmoanamarieollamina5951]

this home is THE dream, kudos architect!

[@StackedHomes]

Absolutely, the dream home! Kudos to the architect! 👏

[@_FNQ]

Beautifully shot and perfect musical accompaniment. A very different Stacked Homes presentation. Impressive👌

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Thank you!!

[@georgew6478]

This is the most beautiful and serene house I've ever seen in my life

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Absolutely serene and beautiful!

[@khushi334]

This house is a dream ..so beautiful

[@amielbenedictsoriano]

They're living the dream 😍

[@kate1830]

Beautiful home, beautiful family, beautiful life🌳

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Thanks for your kind words! Beautiful indeed 😊

[@mariakhryzzanovaelijangaco9412]

This is so nice! As someone who lives on the same island and is looking for inspiration when building a home with the same principle, I am so happy to have found this video!

[@StackedHomes]

So glad you found this! Perfect inspiration for your home. 😊

[@zounds13]

Wow, I feel a lot calmer than I was before watching this video.

[@StackedHomes]

Totally agree with you! Just watching the home makes you feel at peace 😊

[@naturenature3573]

After seeing this , I am so inspired to go back to my village n have such a home

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That’s wonderful to hear! 😊

[@thinkplanetearth2946]

This is now the second video I've watched featuring Justin, (I first saw the one he did on the cinema he built), and he has such a way of putting together content, (music, shots, and narration), that is so calming and relaxing. It feels meditative. Such a beautiful and peaceful feeling home that he's built for himself and his family. It was interesting to hear him speak about how he sometimes waited for the house to inform him of how it should be built. I do wonder though, (my western mentality coming through), with such an open space how secure is it when they're not home or if they decide to travel.

[@davidty]

they never really talk about how the house fares during the annual monsoon season

[@hanzkins6732]

This area is rarely reached by typhoons. And if it rains, they just probably stay in the bedroom and let the water in the open areas just like in the olden days.

[@TapurokNatureFarm]

He did mention that the house is well-oriented and the roof lines are low enough to keep rainwater away from the interiors.

[@johnrowberry560]

This dude is the goat! The cinema now this

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🙌

[@janelle9273]

YES

[@yuhana_v]

Wow this is truly amazing. What a beautiful home ❤️🙏🏼

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Such a beautiful sanctuary. 😊

[@tsaikoboy]

Beautiful home, and what a beautiful way to raise your baby so close to nature. I’m sure he’ll grow with such wonderful memories there.

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It's a perfect environment for making lifelong memories.

[@raquelwest683]

An absolute genius design. I appreciate every thoughtful and intricate detailed design.

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Absolutely! Every detail is a masterpiece of thoughtful design.

[@chiliketchup]

This video touched me deeply. thank you Stacked Homes!

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Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt journey with us!

[@angelinamarilyn9091]

This is so beautiful a home and the video left me feeling emotional, don't know why! What a lovely place to spotlight, well done Stacked Homes.

[@StackedHomes]

Well done to the architect and homeowner Justin as well 😊

[@maravillaseca2344]

I would love to watch footage of this house at night and one in the day time during a thunderstorm.

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That would be amazing to see :)

[@user-ud8ul6jv3v]

This video makes me want to cry 😢 beautiful ❤ thank you Stacked Homes Singapore for this. Please do more of such videos ❤❤❤

[@zaireyljedgelua4995]

This totally opened a new perspective for me. I can already feel peace just by watching 😌

[@gumball7777]

simple, unpretentious and yet so full of thought

[@StackedHomes]

Best words to describe the home 😊

[@camellabailey5548]

So lovely. I would move into a home like this any day! As I live in the Caribbean I wonder which island will afford me all of this. Feedback anyone?

[@aydapadistudio]

Architect Justin is phenomenal.

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He is 🙌

[@tassianatome6964]

A living breathing house. Beautifully conceived , all the blessings to this family and for inspiring other ways of doing architecture .

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Absolutely! A truly inspiring home. Blessings to the family!

[@rebonfamilbaguio3736]

Simple but there is unique elegance. Good job architect Justin 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@StackedHomes]

Definitely! Justin nailed the balance of simplicity and elegance. 👏

[@AnnYoung-hf9oo]

A beautiful, open concept home connected with its naturalistic surroundings, and ambience.

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Thank you! They created a seamless connection with nature and a tranquil atmosphere 😊

[@FayetteMerriblossom]

This home is so lovely. Thank you for sharing Justin and Sarah ☺️

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Thank you!! 😊 Kudos to Justin and Sarah 😊

[@user-sb5bb1pb4l]

Its beautiful house and so relaxing place far away from noisy crowded places.

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Thank you! We love showcasing peaceful escapes 😊

[@Cheramoimoi]

Blessings to this beautiful family 🙏🏽

[@StackedHomes]

Absolutely! Sending blessings their way.

[@tracybannerman5666]

I want to see this space when it is raining, i am not convinced at all

[@zounds13]

I think it would be even better then.

[@manuelchristopherr.7938]

Sobrang peaceful, ganitong buhay na ang pangarap ng karamihan ngayon

[@joshmeister]

I love this house. Very soulful and connected with nature.✨💚

[@StackedHomes]

It's truly soul-nourishing, isn't it?

[@TheSushmaHomeSellingTeam]

Your family and your lifestyle is such an inspiration. 🌿🧡

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Thank you! We're grateful for your kind words.

[@benzonjhermogeno]

Wow, that's perfect for what Iam planning in my farmhouse👍good job

[@StackedHomes]

Glad you found the perfect inspiration for your farmhouse plans!

[@tollbridgeahead1034]

The open concept. 👍🏽. Been a fan of the indoor-outdoor fluidity for a long time.

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Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@tollbridgeahead1034]

@@StackedHomes I sure did. You’re living the life so many people want.

[@israelcruz6934]

Masterclass.

[@StackedHomes]

🙏

[@simplybea2826]

Wow, just wow. I watched the entire video ❤❤❤

[@StackedHomes]

Glad you did! Every minute is amazing 😊

[@jnac8857]

Wow! Thank you for sharing your art and passion, I have always wondered how rammed earth would look like using our local dirt and now I have an idea. This is such a great way to marry Filipino aesthetics and natural design. Thanks for inspiring and yes, you are so lucky to have your home in this paradise! Salamat po!

[@StackedHomes]

So inspiring to see Filipino aesthetics blended with natural design. Salamat din po! 😊

[@alexanderlopez6705]

I'm mesmerized by the house and the whole idea of living in such a setting....as long as safety and security is assured...why not?

[@StackedHomes]

Exactly! All that matters is the homeowners are happy and safe 😊

[@MikeandMaeSincitytoPI]

Wow I love this house

[@maryfrelsaharakangke9366]

So beautiful ❤

[@user-su6ik4iy4h]

Beautiful home and the area is stunning

[@StackedHomes]

It really is!

[@northmanbau9168]

So natural

[@StackedHomes]

Living one with nature 😊

[@mamashinecalma2165]

❤❤❤so serene

[@SkyProtonFood]

Love the design and concept, jsut wanted to know how this handles during the rainy season and El Niño

[@nuclearmonkeys5553]

thank you

[@AllelBarja-hw8ko]

Love your simple and peaceful home .can’t wait to have my dream farm home too When I retire from the concrete jungle to my “maoang lugar “ farm .

[@StackedHomes]

Sounds great! Good luck with your goal 🤗

[@feelganimedes]

I love this house, it has many good ideas ❤

[@StackedHomes]

It does! Such a well thought out design for the Philippine climate 😊

[@inspiredidler]

A beautiful house with soul ❤

[@StackedHomes]

Couldn't agree more

[@nicasiopresbitero6030]

Ang Ganda ❤

[@StackedHomes]

Super 🙌

[@melchortaleza1893]

I'm in love with this house...

[@StackedHomes]

It's truly captivating, isn't it?

[@josetibus4786]

I love the home philosophy: "nakikitira lang kami"

[@StackedHomes]

Such a nice belief 😊

[@mariasheena5225]

100%✅✅✅

[@gabrielewolter4182]

Chapeau🎩,dear architect....this house is like an hommage to nature and also feeling as a part of nature living there is very balancing for yous guys🙏loads if love to the Philipins from Scotland 🌈🐬 Gabriele 🐉🌺

[@StackedHomes]

Thank you, Gabriele! We're so glad the nature-inspired design resonates with you. 😊

[@254103]

Now I know who to hire in building my mountain top dream house.

[@StackedHomes]

Excellent choice 😊

[@user-xw7iu3mh6z]

めっちゃ最高です

[@LearnThaiStyleKathy]

Pure Satvic Lifestyle! Golden Age

[@StackedHomes]

The lifestyle also pays homage to tradition Filipino culture 😊

[@lazaromanalo9486]

I like your resting chair. Where can i buy that chair??? I know your house not yet finished n still need to paint walls to make it colorful n beautiful. But I like your idea for making it so simple. You are a nature lover thats why you choce to live there.

[@chucky882]

This is Life!

[@StackedHomes]

The peaceful life

[@multitaskjess5952]

Soo unique and beautiful ❤

[@StackedHomes]

Absolutely! It's a gem in its own league.

[@sonnykhoo7236]

Such a beautiful house❤

[@StackedHomes]

Glad you think so! It's magical 😊

[@anbybrtlm]

What a dream!

[@StackedHomes]

Absolutely dreamy! ✨

[@tammydavid]

Justin Guiab 👏🏻🏆

[@StackedHomes]

🙌🙌🙌 Such an amazing architect

[@markcalabs]

This is definitely my dream house ❤

[@StackedHomes]

Absolutely dream-worthy! ❤

[@jermielinterna1635]

Wow this is really having a Filipino vibes house,and that rock tub it's a vibe,so cool,I want one😅

[@StackedHomes]

Absolutely! Such cool Filipino vibes! 😊

[@NoemieNoms]

Now this is how I imagine heaven, so peaceful, I would live there for eternity

[@StackedHomes]

This place is pure serenity-heaven on Earth! 🌿

[@user-up8ib4eq7z]

Ganda! 👏👏👏❤ #architechworks #tatakJustinG

[@StackedHomes]

Absolutely! So ganda 🙌

[@cabbage8932]

i love how he took local wisdom on how to make the roof too. and ensured to use native wood instead of non-native. this is how good architecture should be.

[@StackedHomes]

Embracing local wisdom and materials is key to great architecture.

[@ConradTheSecond]

wow

[@StackedHomes]

Mind blowing 🤯

[@kitmitsa2056]

Wonderful house. One quick question: How do you handle mosquitoes, insects, and other animals like snakes? Thank you.

[@ronm.catadman5102]

So nice place!😮❤❤❤❤

[@StackedHomes]

Thank you! We're glad you find it nice!

[@jannywalker]

My dream life . New fan here....

[@StackedHomes]

Welcome! So glad to have you here 😊

[@DavidPaulNewtonScott]

I am building a house on Talikud Island as a foreigner. I can't own the land, so it is in the names of my two Philippino daughters. Nice house and I agree about the none native trees. If you want to fast, choose Bagrass. My house will be radically different.

[@StackedHomes]

Sounds great! Best of luck with that 😊

[@user-ho2bk4zu8k]

I hope there is like a follow up, i am really curious on how does the house withstand typhoon

[@nerdcreatives2208]

beautiful mommy

[@StackedHomes]

Beautiful mommy and a beautiful family and home! 🌟

[@gwapz3975]

Nice

[@StackedHomes]

Thanks 😊

[@Howardyu2]

Nice but I wonder how they handle the mosquitos

[@zaydhrett4280]

❤

[@elizaphoenix2419]

What i don’t understand is why they roam around barefoot but they have a split type airconditioning installed. How natural

[@StackedHomes]

Being barefoot is common in the Philippines 😊 especially near beaches or rivers 😊

[@geenillas4063]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@reyinfante5553]

It's beautiful alright, but how do you deal with 1. mosquitoes especially its annoyance and the ones that carry malaria 2. termites on the wood and bugs that eat the thatched roof 3. Cockroaches which is endemic in the Philippines 4. Snakes that roam around at night 5. houseflies everywhere especially where there's food 6. other bugs like scorpions, assassin bugs, centipedes, etc.

[@Jmjamago]

❤❤❤

[@sandyirizarry3491]

What about in bad weather and tropical storms??

[@joellechiara]

Great house!!! I have one word though - 'bugs'. :)

[@StackedHomes]

Nature does come with bugs. 😅