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Happy Skin's Jacqe Yuengtian-Gutierrez's City Abode Is Polished With Resort Style Sophistication

As the hotter days draw closer, revamping the home resort-style is the best way to beat the heat

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Mariel Abanes

<div><br/></div><p>There’s no denying that the summer months are drawing closer. Humidity fills our days and all we can think of is a refreshing getaway to a faraway destination where we can relax and cool down from the heat. But if you find yourself unavailable to book that trip, revamping the home into a resort-style space could be the cooling respite for the season.</p><div><br/></div><p><a href="https://www.happyskincosmetics.com/" target="_blank">Happy Skin</a>’s Jacqe Yuengtian-Gutierrez is ahead of us, as she decided to turn her urban abode into a “resort feel in the city”-themed space. Working with Hurray Designs, the 365 sq.m. house is a perfect representation of a vacation residence that combines luxury and cozy.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/692448cc-4670-4b4c-a9b8-cf36ffcf6a3d_dining room 2.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Happy Skin’s Jacqe Yuengtian-Gutierrez in her dining room.<span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><em> Courtesy of Hurray Design  </em></span></span></span></span></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/living/home-tours/kips-bay-palm-beach-2022/32611" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> 20+ Spaces In This Mediterranean Revival Estate Get Top Designer Treatment</a></div><div></div><div><br/></div><p><a href="https://www.hurraydesign.com/" target="_blank">Hurray Design</a>’s Pat Calayan takes us through the whole space. Beginning with the entrance, the open floor plan welcomes you to the place’s three areas—the kitchen, the dining area, and the living area. Sheer curtains help filter out natural light. They also created visual hierarchy by adding different levels of large-scaled woven lamps paired with contemporary furniture in the dining area. </p><div><br/></div><p>Meanwhile, the team demolished the walls of the existing pantry in the kitchen to open up the space and placed an island with a waterfall countertop in the center, which beautifully frames the whole kitchen. “The kitchen has a mix of light oak and white cabinetry paired with Britannica quartz countertop by <a href="https://mobler.com.ph/" target="_blank">Mobler</a> for that luxe look,” Pat shares. “We also took all of the storage into consideration and coordinated with <a href="https://mobler.com.ph/" target="_blank">Porcelanosa</a> to add all the necessary accessories based on their requirements.” And to place a beautiful highlight in the space, the existing window was kept to frame the view of the family’s outdoor herb garden. </p><div><br/></div><div class="article-content" itemProp="articleBody"><div class="media-content"><div class="slider-for"><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/aeea1416-9846-4dad-b1c0-4e9547477cc6_blk hurray resort house_landscape.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/f83e8186-70fe-4cad-8602-f951d969700e_dining room.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/7af9aaa2-c319-4da7-8556-43a4ceb7f788_dining room 2.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/0883b643-2f30-4c60-a44e-5a0190dee182_first floor.jpeg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/fe2f90a9-451e-41e0-8b5a-c30ba99feffa_gym.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/eced66ff-4c20-4fb6-bcdc-4af5546f8b6f_kitchen.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/08919e5a-b682-4d02-bfd0-b564ebb2f0dc_living room.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/2e266567-2528-4770-a74b-38807363f620_living room overlooking lanai.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/288cbbb7-86e4-462d-8ced-897039a99c54_master" s="" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/0bd7ea3a-b2e4-4bba-87f0-d9dfcc28b567_tv room.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/42e6f0eb-f34b-4987-ad24-c44b60df4499_office.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/13c26d65-e290-486e-b261-11e56eee0dcb_vito selma coffee table - tv room.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div></div><div class="media-content slider-desc"><div class="item-desc"><div></div></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Laidback Resort Living In The City By Hurray Design - The Dining Room<cite>Courtesy of Hurray Design</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Laidback Resort Living In The City By Hurray Design - The dining room<cite>Courtesy of Hurray Design</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Laidback Resort Living In The City By Hurray Design - Living and dining areas<cite>Courtesy of Hurray Design</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Laidback Resort Living In The City By Hurray Design - Gym<cite>Courtesy of Hurray Design</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Laidback Resort Living In The City By Hurray Design - Kitchen<cite>Courtesy of Hurray Design</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Laidback Resort Living In The City By Hurray Design - Living Area<cite>Courtesy of Hurray Design</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Laidback Resort Living In The City By Hurray Design - Lanai<cite>Courtesy of Hurray Design</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Laidback Resort Living In The City By Hurray Design - Master Bedroom<cite>Courtesy of Hurray Design</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Laidback Resort Living In The City By Hurray Design - Entertainment Room<cite>Courtesy of Hurray Design</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Laidback Resort Living In The City By Hurray Design - Office<cite>Courtesy of Hurray Design</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Laidback Resort Living In The City By Hurray Design - Detail of coffee table by Vito Selma in entertainment room<cite>Courtesy of Hurray Design</cite></p></div></div></div></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/living/home-tours/camper-and-cabin-cabin-one-and-airstream-cabin/32475" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">This Scenic Cabin Is A Love Letter To Mid-Century Modern Design</a></div><div><br/></div><p>Onto the living area, Pat points out to the<a href="https://www.designstory.com.ph/products/mags-soft-3-seater-combination-3-pre-order" target="_blank"> HAY Mags Soft</a> from Design Story as the main feature of the space. “Its rounded edges and soft curves enable the space to be more inviting and comfortable to lounge in. Texture was added in the wood tones and woven fabrics and cool tones in the artwork. The living area has access to the Lanai which has comfortable outdoor seating and lush landscaping,” she adds.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/d47e5bb9-40d7-426b-8946-619a65913d60_living room.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Living room<span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><em> Courtesy of Hurray Design  </em></span></span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>The entertainment room, on the other hand, boasts of a large custom sectional sofa, neutral-toned furniture, and an array of throw pillows as accent pieces. The Komiko coffee table by<a href="https://casaselma.ph/" target="_blank"> Vito Selma</a> gives a unique form to the space and has a pull-out side table for additional furniture.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/94e3845f-9dbd-4e92-9901-dc1a1a8d3ef2_tv room.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Entertainment Room<span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><em> Courtesy of Hurray Design  </em></span></span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>The gym has wood ceiling slats that serve as the highlight of the room, with recessed linear lights for a streamlined look. Here, as well as in the home office, mirrors were used to create the illusion of bigger spaces.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/6408334e-27b3-40a5-8fa1-a25daf47b378_gym.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Gym<span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><em> Courtesy of Hurray Design  </em></span></span></span></span></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/living/home-tours/metro-tours-wilmer-lopez-antipolo-cabin/32359" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">WATCH: This Mid-Century Modern Cabin In Antipolo Is All About Inspired Post-Pandemic Living</a></div><div><br/></div><p>For the master bedrooms, the team explored different neutral fabrics with textures “to give the space a more comfortable feel in the upholstered bed, sheets, and drapery.” Blue and green tones add that seaside vibe, matched with other tropical elements. Meanwhile, the kid’s bedroom was repainted to match the look of the bright and airy room.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/20fe01a6-2e13-4a48-87c5-8cc7a3fbd75e_master" s="" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Bedroom<span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><em> Courtesy of Hurray Design  </em></span></span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>And finally, their roof deck is furnished with outdoor furniture with cream upholstery and wooden frames. There will be no shortage of light with the installation of string lights, sconce lighting, and surface mounted lights, while lush greenery and artificial grass turfing top it all off. </p><div><br/></div><p>“The goal to successfully merge ‘resort feel and the city’ is to have a home that feels like an oasis. A place where you can find comfort, unwind, and recharge after a long day,” Pat explains. If you want to recreate a similar feel, they share a few pieces of advice. </p><div><br/></div><p>“Explore neutral palettes with a few touches of cool colors, warmth in wood tones, and create texture using natural fabrics such as abaca and linen. You may also bring the outdoors in by adding greenery in the space. You can also try incorporating different tropical elements, such as abaca, <em>solihiya</em> and balance it out with streamlined furniture for that contemporary look,” Pat offers. </p><div><br/></div><p>And since the Philippines is a tropical country, there’s no better place to take inspiration from than our own! “Shop local!” she urges. “There are so many local furniture stores you can consider, especially for this design style.”</p><div><br/></div>