The Porch Farm and House; Silang, Cavite — In this new episode of Unique Homes series, step into a world of comfort and style as we invite you to experience the enchanting beauty of American Southern living.
Discover a home that radiates a sense of warmth, creativity, and organization—a true embodiment of coziness and approachability. Immerse yourself in the vast outdoor space, offering endless opportunities for activities and enjoyment, including a captivating fire pit and gazebo, perfect for embracing the cool Silang evenings.
Reflecting on the unprecedented events of 2020, witness the homeowners' thoughtful decision to seize the opportunity of early retirement. Together, they embarked on a journey to cherish their retirement years to the fullest, creating a sanctuary where they can truly unwind and embrace the beauty of life.
This is their ultimate gift—a manifestation of their long-held dream of a farmhouse that surpasses expectations. Join us in this serene, inspiring, and informative video, where their vision becomes a reality, revealing the tranquil essence of their dream farmhouse and their unwavering belief that dreams can come true in unexpected ways.
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Discover a home that radiates a sense of warmth, creativity, and organization—a true embodiment of coziness and approachability. Immerse yourself in the vast outdoor space, offering endless opportunities for activities and enjoyment, including a captivating fire pit and gazebo, perfect for embracing the cool Silang evenings.
Reflecting on the unprecedented events of 2020, witness the homeowners' thoughtful decision to seize the opportunity of early retirement. Together, they embarked on a journey to cherish their retirement years to the fullest, creating a sanctuary where they can truly unwind and embrace the beauty of life.
This is their ultimate gift—a manifestation of their long-held dream of a farmhouse that surpasses expectations. Join us in this serene, inspiring, and informative video, where their vision becomes a reality, revealing the tranquil essence of their dream farmhouse and their unwavering belief that dreams can come true in unexpected ways.
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OG is Summit Media's video first brand. And like all Summit Media brands, OG is anchored on top-notch storytelling to delight, inspire, and connect with our audiences.
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00:00 [MUSIC PLAYING]
00:08 Hi, I'm Chet Mangubat.
00:10 I'm 57 years old, and I'm bank retired.
00:12 [MUSIC PLAYING]
00:18 Ever since I was younger, I was drawn into this type of design.
00:21 It's American Southern living.
00:23 For me, it's homey.
00:25 It's stylish.
00:26 It's creative.
00:27 It's organized and not complicated.
00:29 And it's very approachable, and it's cozy.
00:31 [MUSIC PLAYING]
00:41 We have an outdoor space that is almost 1,000 square meters
00:44 that we use for activities and functionalities,
00:47 like this fire pit and gazebo that we truly
00:50 enjoy, especially during the bare months,
00:52 when it's really cold here in Silang.
00:54 [MUSIC PLAYING]
00:57 To break the white-colored theme of the whole house,
00:59 we have this stone wall cladding that gives an earthly accent
01:03 to the exterior.
01:04 [MUSIC PLAYING]
01:12 As a plant lover, I made sure that we
01:15 have enough space for my mini garden and greenhouse.
01:18 We like inviting friends and relatives over.
01:21 So to accommodate, we have a sufficient parking space
01:24 for them.
01:25 [MUSIC PLAYING]
01:28 Since this is a one-story house, we
01:31 thought of having an open space concept to make it simpler,
01:35 to maximize the space.
01:36 And we also want to promote family banding.
01:38 [MUSIC PLAYING]
01:43 So we have two rooms here.
01:44 We have the guest room and the main bedroom.
01:46 [MUSIC PLAYING]
02:01 In 2020, at the height of the pandemic,
02:04 my husband's employer offered an early retirement plan,
02:08 which seldom happens.
02:10 So we discussed it very carefully.
02:13 And we agreed that we wanted to enjoy our retirement
02:16 while we can.
02:17 [MUSIC PLAYING]
02:22 My favorite part of the house is the porch,
02:24 because this is where I usually do my meditation in the morning
02:28 or when I want to slow down, drink coffee or tea,
02:31 or maybe read my favorite book, and just
02:34 watch the trees swinging and the sound of the birds,
02:38 because this is where I relax.
02:40 [MUSIC PLAYING]
02:49 I also want to share some details
02:51 that we have here in our home, like the shiplap walls, which
02:54 I am so obsessed about.
02:58 These sliding barn doors with black metal tracking
03:01 and French windows with plant boxes
03:03 completes the overall farmhouse vibe.
03:06 [MUSIC PLAYING]
03:09 My husband is really obsessed with bricks.
03:12 That is why he uses it as a wall accent,
03:15 carrying that pattern up to the backsplash.
03:17 [MUSIC PLAYING]
03:22 We also have this ottoman that serves
03:25 as an extra sitting and footrest,
03:27 or even as extra storage.
03:28 [MUSIC PLAYING]
03:31 I named the place the Porch Farm and House
03:33 because the porch is the main highlight,
03:37 and that makes the house stand out from the rest.
03:39 [MUSIC PLAYING]
03:42 Going to the main bedroom, it was really non-negotiable to me
03:46 that there is a dedicated space for my clothes
03:49 and other personal stuff, because I
03:51 believe that every wife deserves a walk-in closet.
03:54 [MUSIC PLAYING]
03:57 One unique thing about the main bedroom
03:59 is we have a balcony or veranda for our morning and afternoon
04:02 coffee.
04:03 This also acts as an additional dining space
04:05 if you want a change of scene while eating.
04:07 [MUSIC PLAYING]
04:15 During the construction of the house, one of the struggles
04:19 was the driveway.
04:20 Since the house was built on the highest point of the property,
04:23 we need to put in tracks of gravel and sand
04:26 so that the driveway can come into level with the house.
04:29 [MUSIC PLAYING]
04:35 What I learned in the process of building this Porch Farm
04:38 and House, well, this may sound cliche,
04:42 but you might have heard of this.
04:45 [NON-ENGLISH SPEECH]
04:50 This is the fruit and labor of our 34 years
04:54 of hard work and sacrifices.
04:56 [MUSIC PLAYING]
05:05 We chose to have our groundbreaking
05:08 on December 8 of 2021, the feast day of the Immaculate
05:11 Conception, because we want the day to be significant.
05:15 And of course, we want our home to be blessed.
05:18 And from that day on, the construction took place already
05:22 and ended on May 2022.
05:24 [MUSIC PLAYING]
05:29 This house was built by our ever reliable and trusted
05:33 architects/contractor, a husband and wife tandem,
05:37 architects Gerald and Joan Castillo of HG&J Architects
05:41 and Design from Marikina.
05:43 [NON-ENGLISH SPEECH]
05:48 [MUSIC PLAYING]
05:58 About our future plans, actually, we
06:01 want to retire here, but not necessarily giving up
06:05 our house in Imus.
06:06 We do not want to speak too soon,
06:08 but right now, there are no plans
06:10 of having it leased or making it available on Airbnb,
06:14 because you know, this is something personal to us.
06:17 [MUSIC PLAYING]
06:27 So this is it.
06:29 This is our gift, our long-dreamed farmhouse.
06:32 I had a vision of this, but I didn't
06:35 expect this will come sooner.
06:37 Really, God is good.
06:39 That's why my crisis happened, because he has better plans
06:42 for me and for us.
06:44 [MUSIC PLAYING]
06:57 If you have an interesting or inspiring story
07:00 that you want to share, email us at stories.onlygood@gmail.com.
07:05 [NON-ENGLISH SPEECH]
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