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paperback edition Anvil Publishing, Inc New edition 2013 Modern-day Philippine Style has its roots in an inventive tradition that marries natural, organi materials -- wood, palms fibers -- with architectural influences both indigenous and assimilated from abroad. Chapters on contemporary houses and designers, along with in-depth analyses of historic houses and antique furniture, trace development of this unique, creative style -- and showcase how today's Filipino style is firmly embedded in its heritage roots.