Bahay Kubo (2022-Present)

The Filipino pre-colonial home, Bahay Kubo, has endured many periods of colonization in the Philippines. This form of the home has become the embodiment of resilience in our culture. Through documenting the current homes of Filipino-Canadians we gain an understanding of how we, as a dispersed community, dissect a new meaning of “home” and how we occupy space.

As a second-generation Filipino-Canadian, reconciling connections to my heritage serves as a love letter to my inner child. Growing up with a handful of Filipino families in my neighbourhood made it difficult to feel immersed in my culture. The nature of this project has allowed me to create relationships with others who share my experiences, creating safe spaces to begin healing.