AMADEO, CAVITE - In one of the provinces located just hours away from the Metro, we visit The Deck House, a unique place for relaxation, and a refreshing pause. Drawing inspiration from the owner’s travel experiences, this loft-style retreat offers a blend of Japanese aesthetics with modern comfort.
In this latest episode, we witness the story of how three high school friends decided to take courage in building their dream staycation house.
Indulge in the refreshing Tagaytay weather you’ve been yearning for. Join Dinn and Marvin as they share the challenges, triumphs, and unforgettable moments behind the creation of their staycation venture.
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In this latest episode, we witness the story of how three high school friends decided to take courage in building their dream staycation house.
Indulge in the refreshing Tagaytay weather you’ve been yearning for. Join Dinn and Marvin as they share the challenges, triumphs, and unforgettable moments behind the creation of their staycation venture.
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OG is Summit Media's video first brand. And like all Summit Media brands, OG is anchored on top-notch storytelling to delight, inspire, and connect with our audiences.
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00:00Hello, OG! I'm Din. I'm Marvin. We're here in Amadeo Cavite.
00:05Welcome to our Japanese-inspired staycation house.
00:08Let's go inside.
00:21We are three business owners from high school batchmates turned into business partners.
00:28We're from different industries.
00:30I'm an architect by profession.
00:32Marvin is an engineer.
00:35Edward is from the financial industry.
00:39We got a little savings from our previous jobs.
00:44It's not that big.
00:46To continue our bonding, when they came to Tagaytay,
00:50we were offered something, not just for free.
00:53We aspired to have our own business.
00:56Which ended up materializing and we were able to start this deckhouse.
01:09Since this is where we always hang out,
01:12and we have a cafe on the other side of the deckhouse,
01:17this is an ideal lot.
01:19We're just making it a parking space.
01:22To generate income, we decided to make it a small private town.
01:30A personal town for the three of us when we're here in Tagaytay.
01:35They liked the good weather and the peacefulness.
01:39That's why we came up with this business.
01:46The idea was inspired by my previous trips to Japan.
01:50I'm a fan of architectural designs, especially residential houses.
01:55That's why we decided to come up with this.
02:03Our idea is a container van.
02:06But when we checked the container van,
02:09we were constrained by the dimensions and how big we can make it.
02:13So we came up with the idea of customizing it to build our own metal structure.
02:19We can build whatever we want.
02:22A big living room, bathroom, kitchen, ceiling, walls.
02:28So we ended up with a metal structure.
02:32We added insulation, fiber cement board.
02:35We still regulated the heat.
02:38We put in our natural ventilation.
02:41We put in our jalousie windows.
02:44We strategized where to put it.
02:47Where there are areas that need ventilation,
02:50or areas that need lighting.
02:54We used a twin wall for the partitions.
02:58I substituted it with a solid wall or hardy flex that has a closed inside.
03:04We were constrained by the natural light.
03:07So that became our strategy to cope up with this design.
03:15Actually, the size of the container van is only 3-4.
03:22Including the ceiling, it's only 3-4.
03:25So we decided that we can make a container van-like structure.
03:32But we wanted to follow the dimensions.
03:35So we customized it with a steel structure.
03:38We canvassed the suppliers of container vans,
03:41until transporting it here.
03:43The costing is almost the same.
03:46But we still prioritized the dimensions that we need for this structure.
04:00The lot size is 272 square meters.
04:03Our building is around 150 square meters.
04:07You can see the deck and the jacuzzi that we placed outdoors.
04:21The materials that we used here are lightweight.
04:24First, to make it cost-efficient.
04:27Second, because we want to put up the detachable.
04:31This is the structure that we made after we leased it.
04:37After our contract here, we can move it to the desired location.
04:44Or where we can get another location for this structure.
04:48So material-wise, we used steel structures inside.
04:54Then we cleaned it up with fiber cement board.
04:58To make it look like a container van, we used GI sheets.
05:03GI roofing, ribbed type.
05:05Then we painted it in two black colors.
05:15We have the living room area.
05:17Which has our sofa that can be converted into a sofa bed.
05:22When our guests become big groups, we have additional sleeping areas down here.
05:27Then we have a small kitchen counter, our nook.
05:31This is where we can prepare food and cook.
05:34Our guests are complete with the ref.
05:37We have rice cookers here, microwave, and all the necessary appliances that we need upstairs.
05:44We have two rooms.
05:45One room is our master's bedroom with pull-out bed.
05:49Then the other room is for the kids or family room that has two queen-size beds.
05:57We have a heated jacuzzi here outside that can accommodate up to six persons.
06:03Then we have the main feature of the structure, which is why it became a deckhouse,
06:08is the dining area.
06:09We have an outdoor dining area so that we can maximize the indoor-outdoor living.
06:21For me, the uniqueness of what we did to our property is
06:25that you can really see our personal preference.
06:28The simplicity of the design, the minimalism of the design.
06:32You can see the masculinity of the owners.
06:35I think that's what our guests liked.
06:48In terms of challenges, I think it's in the planning.
06:51Did we deal with a container van or a customized steel structure?
06:57Eventually, the result was good.
06:59During the construction, we were able to see the figures.
07:03That's where the budget constraint came out.
07:07But eventually, we were able to do it.
07:10The result is good.
07:12Our initial investment is around Php 500,000.
07:17We decided to chip in and build this.
07:22But there are hidden charges.
07:25When it comes to buying furniture, we reached around Php 1.8 million.
07:39What I really like here is the skylight I made in our common space.
07:44That became an architectural feature that I wanted the guests to see and experience.
07:52Look at this.
07:53This is our outdoor deck.
07:56This is where everything was inspired.
07:58This is where we started.
08:00The bonding.
08:01This is where the ideas were formed.
08:03And our future plans.
08:06Future plans for the property?
08:08Maybe we'll have a lap pool outside.
08:13Since our jacuzzi is small,
08:15so that the kids and friends will have something to play with.
08:20And maybe our teepee house outside.
08:23Additional accommodation.
08:26Our role in each one.
08:29Who's in operations, who's in marketing.
08:33We saw each one's strengths and weaknesses.
08:37So now, there's no more discussion.
08:39It's your job.
08:41That's what we learned.
08:43Eventually, when we grew up, we knew what each one needed.
08:48And that's how we started.
08:51Eventually, when we grew up, we knew what each one needed.
08:56Aside from the construction, it's a different phase.
09:00It's a different phase in operations.
09:03We got each one's formula.
09:06And we got to know each one better.
09:10To those like us who are still young, don't be afraid.
09:14Let's take a risk.
09:16Maybe if you have the means, take the risk.
09:20You won't regret it.
09:22And you will learn throughout the process.
09:25For me personally, the first thing I considered
09:28when starting a business,
09:32if it's a business, I'll enjoy it.
09:35If it's a business, I'll enjoy it.
09:38If it's a business, I'll enjoy it.
09:40Because from start up until you achieve your goals,
09:45there's stress, there's pressure.
09:47But the enjoyment, even if you're pressured,
09:50even if you're stressed,
09:51that's what you can't buy.
09:54You won't be able to forgive your sacrifices
09:58and the business you built.
10:00Thank you.
10:06To our OGs out there,
10:08we're inviting you to The Deck House.
10:11For bookings and inquiries,
10:13you may visit our Facebook page,
10:16Instagram page,
10:18and you may book through our Airbnb.
10:24Want to share your house and get featured?
10:26Email us at stories.onlygood at gmail.com
10:29and tell us about your interesting home story.
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