JVISLES. Architect

Jerry Isles is the founder of the JVISLES.ARCHITECT architectural studio based in the Philippines, developing mid to high-end residential and commercial projects nationally.

The practice was established in 2006 out of Pasig and has grown to handling complex commercial buildings, as well as condominium and resort projects across the entire country.

“We provide personalised architectural design services in all aspects of project development, characterised by innovative design and efficient project implementation.”

While expectations generally are for design to conform to an international contemporary aesthetic, every client has their own unique preferences, with many projects incorporating more nuanced cultural elements that are unique to the Philippines.

Increasingly, buildings in general and high spec homes in particular are expected to be “smart”, automated and robotics-optimised. The rise of the home office/remote work space post-pandemic is gathering traction.

Architects globally are addressing this in different ways.

“Long before the pandemic started, it has been our practice to incorporate the latest technologies in building solutions. This is especially relevant at the moment. All our projects are optimized for high-speed internet, providing smart home solutions and dedicated spaces to work from or to implement an online education setup. Our design also incorporates effective cross air ventilation and natural lighting for energy conservation by designing large doors and windows.” 

REDDEN RESIDENCE, Cavite, Philippines. This three storey home, located in a hilly upscale subdivision, is an example of modern rustic architecture. The property has a magnificent view of the province, and this was our primary direction in the process of conceptualization and design. We strategically located the bedrooms and communal areas with large windows and open decks/balconies. As the property is located in a hilly, rural area, cross ventilation is incorporated throughout to accommodate the yearround, windy climate (whether inside our immediately outside).

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“Our primary goal is to create a design that will not only look good in a certain season but will last for years.”

BEKAERT RESIDENCE This is a modern, neo-classic house owned by a young couple who are in film production. Since the pandemic hit the Philippines, renting studio space has been a challenge; we incorporated a studio and editing room where they can continue to work. A distinctive feature of the house is the combination of Japanese garden, at the main entrance, and an interior highlighted by the Balinese style swimming pool and trellis.

VALERIO RESIDENCE, Manila This 420 sq m, two-storey house is an example of modern, tropical design. The open-plan interior, with its high ceilings and large windows, flows seamlessly into the exterior. The landscaping complements the geometric patterns and natural finishing of the building’s exterior. The main features of the house are its clean architectural lines, and the holistic combination of materials (natural stone, wood, metal and glass) to harmonic effect.