Bahay Kubo - Filipino-inspired Restaurant

Bahay Kubo seeks to bring a taste of the Philippines to many locations. We want to establish a sense of familiarity and comfort for dinners who crave a feel of home. From the homesick to those who simply desire to savor elevated recipes, Bahay Kubo is the place to be. We welcome everyone into this humble abode. our team thrives to instill the values of

“Bahay Kubo” :

togetherness, adaptability, hospitability.

The “BAHAY KUBO” is indigenous to the philippines. it is your typical common country house composed of local materials such as bamboo, nipa leaves, hemp and coco lumber. This structure dates back to early spaniard colonies in the country: easy to build and an overall breathable build consider the weather conditions. this famous architectural being has become an symbol representing filipino culture.

Building Section and Elevation

Signage

The restaurant signage was integrated directly into the exterior wall, creating a seamless and cohesive architectural feature. To reinforce the Bahay Kubo inspiration, wood slatting was added to the building façade, bringing warmth and texture to the exterior. The orientation of selected wood slats was varied to create visual interest, adding depth and a dynamic quality to the façade while maintaining the project's overall design concept.

Section Elevation

This section highlights the left side of the restaurant, where varying floor levels define the banquette seating areas. A coat closet is located near the entrance for guests. The rear feature wall showcases a floor-to-ceiling bamboo design that connects to the undulating ceiling baffles running throughout the restaurant. Integrated lighting along the center of the ceiling is inspired by traditional Filipino salakot hats.

Floor Plans

Ground Floor Mezzanine Floor

Floor Plan Legend

Floor Plan Layout

Upon entering Bahay Kubo, guests pass the coat check and hostess station before reaching the central banquette seating, inspired by the tarsier, a small animal from the Philippines. The design reflects its large eyes, with tables representing the eyes and seating shaping its face.

Natural materials are used throughout the space. Honed stone flooring defines the central and elevated seating areas, while walnut wood flooring surrounds them to create a warm feel. Different seating types, including small tables, group banquettes, lounge areas, larger banquettes, and bar stools, allow for different group sizes.

Going up the stairs beside the bar, guests reach the mezzanine, where salakot-inspired pendant lights create a focal point. The honed stone flooring continues through the center and up the back wall to the dumbwaiter, which connects directly to the kitchen and improves service flow. The mezzanine banquettes are inspired by the tarsier seating below, with a new design that looks like glowing tarsier eyes in a tree canopy.

Philippine Tarsier

Airial View - Ground Floor Central Bar Lounge

This view showcases the custom tarsier-inspired seating from above, highlighting its unique form. The low lighting creates a warm, moody atmosphere, while the use of natural materials reinforces the connection to nature throughout the space.

Bar View - Ground Floor

The bar uses earthy tones and adds texture with Filipino-inspired patterns on the wall. Wall lights from above and below highlight the surface, and perforated metal adds depth. Custom pendant lights, inspired by Filipino lanterns, bring in a warm red color that is also used on the bar counter for a unified look. The stairs beside the bar are separated by glass to keep the space open while preventing dust from entering the bar area.

Elevated Back Seating - Ground Floor

This back seating area continues the bar’s motifs along the right wall. Lantern pendant lights extend above the two seating areas to create a more intimate atmosphere. The seating uses a bamboo-inspired design and includes an integrated bonsai, a key element in Filipino culture.

Central Seating and Backwall - Mezzanine

Continuing the same color palette, the central stone flooring goes up the back wall and highlights the dumbwaiter where food is delivered. Custom pendant lights inspired by salakot hats hang at different heights, with some lower to create soft, intimate lighting over the center seating. The side seating areas use lantern-style lights for a warm, even glow.

Custom Menu and Take-Out Box

Custom Bamboo inspired Menu

Custom Menu and Take-Out Boxes

Designed by | Maryssa Baril and Rubina Ofiaza

Dawson College | 2023

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