Gorgeous designs and one great dine-in down south

BIANCA Gonzalez. INQUIRER FILE PHOTO

“Modern Living TV” is literally on a roll as it brings viewers in this week’s episode to the rolling hills of Talamban hills in Cebu City. Marvel at the terrain homes of architecture that works with the contours of the land amid lush greenery and dazzling natural light at daytime.

For urban dwellers, Camella Tamblan will truly make you think life in the country is a real option, not just daydream.

Filipino industrial designer Kenneth Cobonpue is known for his unique designs that use natural materials, particularly rattan. On “Modern Living TV” he talks shop as well as the inspirations behind his success in originality and creativity. He even talks about the future of Philippine design—and you better listen.

Upping the art ante is an interview with esteemed Cebuano art curator Vinni Tan of The Qube Art Gallery. According to its website, the gallery initiates, creates, and showcases contemporary art and ideas that are culturally rooted and visually stimulating. According to Tan, Cebu is the next big thing in the Philippine contemporary art scene. Intrigued? Be sure to tune in.

Finally, there’s food. “Modern Living TV” visits The Abaca Group, which happens to be Cebu’s most talked about restaurant because of its fine cuisine and unique interiors. Order a meal and observe the millieu.

“Modern Living TV” is hosted by Bianca Gonzalez –Intal and Stephanie Zubiri-Crespi airs Saturdays at 6 p.m. with replays the next day at 10 a.m. both on the ANC Channel