From Ukraine to Batangas: A Bahay Kubo's Story of Resiliency and Rebuilding Dreams

San Juan, Batangas: Unwind Hata — In this week's episode, come along on a delightful journey through a modern take on the classic bahay kubo in Batangas. Join the owners as they guide you through their charming 35-square-meter haven, seamlessly blending into the natural beauty of the farm.

Discover the heartwarming story behind this project, from the initial inspiration drawn from the bahay kubo to the challenges faced while overseeing construction from afar.

Learn how the owners' dream of having a bahay kubo in Ukraine didn't come true due to the ongoing war, leading them to create their dream home in the peaceful landscapes of Batangas instead.

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[edwardedward]

So lovely to see how young filipinos are embracing the filipino kubo design. Enough of the western influence designs which is not applicable to our hot, humid weather. Such a dreamy house.

[MrSuperralph]

Their story is very inspiring! We all know what Ukraine had experienced against Russia and for a Filipina married to a Ukrainian, their story is really something worth sharing. Now, her husband is experiencing life in the Philippines where everything is not perfect but when it comes to family ties, this country is one of the unbeatable out there! I hope that their kiddo will grow as a great person just like his parents where love really matters. God bless their family. :)

PS: This Bahay Kubo is really aesthetically pleasing to the eyes! <3

[gracekimura]

ONE OF THE BEST KUBO HOUSE I EVER
ESPECIALLY THE SALA....

[asiboy]

The open lounge is nice and refreshing until storm comes😮

[markflores]

OMG ito na yung pinaka magandang bahay kubo na nakita ko ❤❤❤

[laarniecurcher]

It's time that we put our traditional filipino house in a pedestal like this it's Amazing, I will probably build similar but more sturdy am worried about moonsoon or storm.this house it's unique well done to you guys

[jeromejosephpama]

Kudos for sticking to your husband thru thick and thin! Kaya di mo maiiwasan mababa ang tingin sa ibang Pilipina na para lang makaamgat sa buhay kaya nagaasawa ng foreigner. Kudos to u madamme!

[erls]

Isa na namang kababayan natin ang nakaahon sa hirap. Wow. ❤

[amazonjelledsushi]

Aahhhh!!! This is what i've been dreaming of for our rest house in our province! A modern bahay kubo, with open space under, then a spacious balcony. So dreamy!!! 😍

[LegumesEtFleurs]

Goodness! This is exactly what I have been dreaming of building. A two-story bahay-kubo. Yong pwede lang mag-chill-chill sa ibaba. But I would want to have bedrooms dowstairs for my folks.

[Bernzskie]

Disadvantage Lang Hindi Tumatagal ang Materials Sa Labas or unless every year itreat yong mga kahoy Bamboos ❤❤❤

[marieangielove]

omg THIS HOME IS SO DREAMY AND COZY. LOVE IT SO MUCH.

[KeepItLwky]

So this is the house I saw on facebook. Simple, pretty and relaxing. The kind of house I wanna live in!

[majiyabaibruhmoment]

I can see the flies on the kitchen area augh glass windows would be pretty cool to add there, still gives you that open space and privacy at the same time

[myhappylittlecrib]

Wow! This is the kind of bahay kubo in my mind I really wanted it for a short staycation, planning to build like a kitchen with open living room on the main floor. But the thing is during the storm or typhoon I was thinking to put a cover that you can roll up and down just to avoid the rain coming inside.
I love your bahay kubo so peaceful and relax! God bless to your journey!

[nokstiongco]

In design, it's not always about how beautiful the structure is, it's about how it will work efficiently. The bahay kubo is a manifestation of how beautiful our culture and traditions are. Back then, the design of the structure may have worked; But as time changes (whatever technology we have) it may not work in the current times because the needs of the people changed too. There are also environmental changes that need to be addressed. In my humble opinion, what these beautiful structure need is protection from the rainy season especially the "silong" part of the house. It may be a challenge for the owner on how to address that, but I believe it will be worth it in the long run for them to save more money because of the humongous cost of repairs and renovation. 😊

[eitanyochanan]

Concept and theme is so lovely and amazing.

I hope the architect considered some protections from cyclones and earthquake. It's for the protection of the family.

[fritzg.]

I love how genuine and lovely this couple. Godbless po sa inyong dalawa ❤

[danlaurel]

This is my childhood house type I had live my entire childhood, ita my dream to have this type of house again, thank you for the inspiration.

[isangababay]

Ang ganda ng pagkakagawa ng house nyo very cozy sya… love it ❤️❤️❤️