a home to stay in the meantime
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a home to stay in the meantime ❋
A homestay like no other in Mindanao by artists for culture. Neo-tropical accommodations displaying works from emerging and established artists.
the ecosystem
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the ecosystem ✹
Culture as protector
Forest preservation
Creative container
Bantuwing space
Food sovereignty
Photo by Peepow Belisario of Panagauli
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Artifacts and offerings currently in circulation within our Balay
Our postcard zine that first debuted in Cebu Art Book Fair 2025.
We are now making it free and accessible as a way to reveal more of the scenes one normally doesn’t perceive of the island-region known as Mindanao.
Often misunderstood due to political and religious differences, while carrying deep wounds connected to colonial eras, this booklet presents the various facets of the island and its people. In a world that consistently tries to alienate individuals from each other, we made this in celebration of the cultural diversity that exists.
Vibrancy is showcased as a mode of resistance against the tides of Western-led globalization: colors flown as a symbol of heritage, intricate patterns as woven memory, and organic materials as circular economy.
Like a message in a bottle, we throw this into the ocean known as the internet in hopes of it reaching someone much like us. This is our little love letter to a place that remains proud in the face of attempts at erasure.
A digital journal and experimental zine containing the writings and perspectives of respected academics that cover the deconstruction of Philippine culture in the contemporary era.
With consciousness of the true ethnolinguistic diversity in the Philippines growing steadily, this publication reveals the experiences of young urban and Indigenous cultural bearers through in-depth accounts with elders and academic research into the hidden histories of Mindanao.
Featuring the following articles and its authors:
The “Manilafication” of Philippine Culture by Carl Cervantes (Sikodiwa)
Fragmented Identities: A Critical Observation of “Filipino” Identity in Northern Mindanao by RM Bongalo (ONEFLOOR)
Ha pagguram: The Awakening of Indigenous Spirit by Datú Mandukiay–Manunubay Mark Aguiman
Decolonization: A Journey of Indigenous Reclamation and the Resurgence of Kamigingnon Roots by Dr. Eli Sajonia
Gagaw: The Moral Bedrock of Batasan (Customary Laws) of Indigenous Communities in Bukidnon by Peepow Belisario
Upon purchase, you shall receive an email containing the passkey to the articles.
For bank transfer, QR code, Gcash or Maya payments, click here.
Support the vision. Keep the lights on.
Want to support Balay Kasamtangan but not ready to commit to our bigger tiers? Our Supporter Savings digital cards act as mini seeds in our journey. Whether you’re buying this for yourself or a friend, you’re helping us grow our home for creativity.
In return, you get a non-expiring, one-time-use code for whenever the right piece of art, film, or stay calls to you. No rush, no expiry. Just a simple way to stay connected to our cause.
₱150 — This helps pay for one meal to keep our creative engine running.
₱750 — This contributes to two-days worth of full time work on this big little dream.
₱1000 — Allows you to buy both the films by Ang Baláang Humayán Productions.
₱2500 — Equal to one night’s stay in one of our smaller bedrooms, or half-off on our main bedrooms in the future structure.
For non-credit card payments (bank transfer, QR code, e-wallet), click here.
Our Big Seed tiers for the 5000 Seeds campaign. By committing to this, you become a pillar and co-developer of our big little dream. With Phase 1 — 50 Seeds ongoing, you will receive the following benefits along with the tiered discounts listed on the main page:
Lifetime access to our field notes, personal stories, pilot residency calls, and first invitation to gatherings;
A Complimentary Stay for 3 days and 2 nights in our pilot tulugan, one time use and non-expiring;
Becoming part of our Founding Circle where we host an annual gathering of fellow Stewards to weave our community together;
A dedicated Steward Page, hosted on this site and designed by one of the founders (examples 1,2,3);
A Steward Feature where your profile page shall be spotlighted on our social media;
A Digital Certificate of your status as one of our founding Stewards, and;
Stackable Membership where you can upgrade to a higher tier anytime through future payments and enhance your founding benefits.
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"Añg Dragón sa Capañganuran" is a freshman independent short historical film written and directed by Adrian Lo that tackles questions on cultural identity through the experiences of several figures during the most pivotal moment in Philippine history. In this film, we ask ourselves: who is a Filipino, and who can determine what that means?
Watch the trailer here.
A timebound link will be sent to your email upon confirmation of your payment. Kindly open this email within 24 hours to avoid expiry.
Each purchase enables us to reveal more of these underrepresented Philippine narratives. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank everyone that supports us.
Produced by Ang Baláang Humayán Productions and Micromedia Digital Video Productions
Starring Nel Estuya, Czar Ybarra, Ameer San, Luke Aguila, Jecka Lozada, Glorybeth Cebrero, Cholo Bustamante, Tëw Kurút, Jasper Gio, Joriz Advincula, and Zeph Sadaya
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“Tô Págsallap Kató Álló Ka Dabó (When The Sun Sets Over Dávao)” is Adrian Lo’s sophomore independent historical fiction short film that imagines the story of a young Bagobo-Tagabawa comfort woman who is forced by an Imperial Army officer to summon an ancient deity from her tribe’s pantheon in the hopes of using its powers to advance the Japanese Empire's interests.
Watch the trailer here.
A timebound link will be sent to your email upon confirmation of your payment. Kindly open this email within 24 hours to avoid expiry.
Each purchase enables us to reveal more of these underrepresented Philippine narratives. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank everyone that supports us.
Produced by Ang Baláang Humayán Productions
Starring Jessa Andian Oguit (Hiyas sa Kalambuan 2019), Leyan Equia, John Hirose with appearances by Denise Padilla, Phylicia Santos, and Ameer Ingusan
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Channeling the raw and refined. This necklace is built for those who appreciate the weight of natural materials. Featuring a bone bead focal point flanked by piercing red Murano glass eyes; combined with the metallic cool of hematite, organic warmth of soft wood, and the hidden depth of Yooperlite.
A contemporary artifact by Datú Kalindaan. Every necklace is a one-off piece.
Length: 16.5 inches
Materials: Murano Glass, Hematite, Yooperlite, Soft Wood, Ceramic
Style: Masculine, Raw, Iconic
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How Artists Make A Home
Our traveling exhibit in partnership with creative hubs around the Philippines that aims to promote underground creatives, contemporary art, and garner support for the construction of the Balay.
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Inquire with us for flexible terms on how you can get involved. We aim to make participating in building this home as accessible as possible. Message us in Bisaya, Tagalog, or English.
Balay’s vision board. A supposedly short-hand explanation on what we aim to achieve, but it’s hard to explain an entire ecosystem in a couple of sentences without sacrificing something.