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Avida Sola

Never Too Small • 29-Dec-2023

Transforming a blank canvas into a functional, comfortable living space is a challenging task, especially when dealing with a limited area of only 35sqm/377sqft. However, interior designer Mara Manalo was able to turn a small apartment in Quezon City in the Philippines into a cosy, well-designed home.

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