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de Gournay Presents Latina Manila at Malacañan Palace

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<div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1773370433912Guests by the Latina Manila Wallpaper.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Guests by the Latina Manila Wallpaper</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>Renowned Luxury hand-painted wallpaper house <strong>de Gournay</strong> presented <strong>Latina Manila</strong>, an immersive cultural celebration showcasing the historical and artistic heritage of Manila through a carefully curated journey across its most significant cultural landmarks from March 4 to 6.</p><p>The three-day event is a tribute to the richness of Filipino culture—its layered history, artistry, and enduring traditions through de Gournay’s masterful craftsmanship and dialogue with the decorative arts. The highlight of the program is a formal dinner on March 5 hosted by <strong>President
Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. </strong>and <strong>First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos</strong>, honoring the shared values of
craftsmanship, heritage, and cultural exchange. </p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1773370482968Set-Up - Kalayaan Hall Exterior.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Kalayaan Hall at Malacañan Palace</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1773370521507Set-Up - Dining Area.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Dining Area</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1773370546909Set-Up - Cocktail Area 2.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Cocktail area</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1773370699407Set-Up - Cocktail Area 1.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Cocktail area</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1773370723350Set-Up - Wallpaper Painting Demonstration Area.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Wallpaper Painting Demonstration Area</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1773370811150Set-Up - Kalayaan Hall Table Setting.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Kalayaan Hall Table Setting</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>Distinguished guests from the worlds of art,
design, diplomacy, and culture were invited to experience a refined evening celebrating the
Philippines’ creative legacy on an international stage. </p><p>Throughout the three-day event, guests encountered hand-painted works, installations, and demonstrations that reflected the
spirit of Latina Manila—a narrative that weaves together local motifs, historical memory, and
contemporary expression. The presentation underscores de Gournay’s commitment to
preserving traditional techniques while engaging meaningfully with the cultures that inspire its
work.</p><p>By situating Latina Manila within Malacañan Palace, the event affirmed the Palace not only as a seat of government but also as a living repository of Philippine heritage. The collaboration highlighted the Philippines as a vital contributor to global cultural and artistic discourse.</p><p>Latina Manila is presented by the de Gournay in partnership with Filipino cultural leaders, artists,
and designers, reaffirming a shared dedication to craftsmanship, excellence, and the enduring
power of art to connect histories across continents.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1773370842049Renato and Katherine De Guzman, Raul Manzano.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Renato and Katherine De Guzman with Metro Society editor-in-chief Raul Manzano</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1773370879807Alfred Lam.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Alfred Lam</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span 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<p>Recently, renowned luxury hand-painted wallpaper house <b>de Gournay</b> presented <b>Latina Manila</b>, an immersive cultural celebration, which culminated in a formal dinner at Malacañan Palace.</p>

Recently, renowned luxury hand-painted wallpaper house de Gournay presented Latina Manila , an immersive cultural celebration, which culminated in a formal dinner at Malacañan Palace.

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