November 17, 2007 | 12:00am
Internationally acclaimed Hoseki, one of the country’s leading designer jewelry salons, is redefining the boundaries of art and design again. The visionary designer group founded by the brilliant Faico and his indefatigable wife Zabeth Co together with their young and creative designers Knoi Esmane and Shamaine Ng recently created a one-of-a-kind painting session with the illustrious Saturday Group, a collection of the country’s most talented painters headed by chairman emeritus Mauro Malang.
The exquisite and majestic art pieces from the painting session will be displayed simultaneously with Hoseki’s yearend exhibit at the Ascott Hotel in Makati. Dubbed “Look East,” the event will unveil their newest collection, showcasing Oriental-inspired pieces with Hoseki’s signature innovative touch for design and elegance. For inquiries, call 634-1736 and 556-0134
Nature at its grandest
Did you know that Camp John Hay in Baguio City has earned the repu-tation as a world- class tourist destination that offers holistic wellness simply because of its natural charm? Oh yes, Camp John Hay has a total of 250,000 trees that serve as a giant filter that cleans the air. Staying there dramatically transports you away from the noisy and tiring city life. Pine trees turn dark green during the cold wet season that refreshes the stressed body and mind. These trees also act as a shield against ultra-violet rays as you go hiking, horseback riding or even on a picnic. It is home for birds, bees and butterflies that create an eye-soothing and welcoming environment. Visit Camp John Hay in Baguio City. Call 637-6966 or (074) 442-5782. Check out www.camp-johnhay.com.ph.
Redesigning life
In today’s modern world, form and function mean a lot especially to those who consider convenience and practicality as the proper way of living. This is what the Fort Park Estate Inc. president Jan Vincent Paredes Mercado had in mind when he and YDR Architects, in conjunction with the most respected feng shui expert directly from China, conceptualized and designed the first true garden columbary in the country — Aeternum. That passing away need not be a sad affair. A sanctuary of memories that offers peace and comfort, a modern-day haven that celebrates life. Its unique floral-inspired structure and garden setting is a showcase of nature’s wonders including cutting-edge modern amenities. Lush greenery, man-made lagoon, serene waterfalls, a coffee shop with Wi-Fi Internet access, among others. Marvel at Aeternum’s architectural concept of celebrating life and sharing the message of love. For inquiries, call The Fort Park Estate at 633-TFPE (8373), fax 638-7598 or visit www.aeternumcolumbary.com.