Dapat

Design in service of others has always been at the heart of what we do. But coming up to 10 years, we realized we wanted our convictions to speak more firmly and bravely, as the world demanded more from design, more from us. We saw that Filipinos deserve and need better. Filipinos deserve futures with choices, where social protections, circular systems, and a valued and preserved culture are not just hopes, but attainable realities. All people should be able to have a good life, however they imagine it to be. We believe design can do something about this, most especially when it’s done together. As we step into our new decade, we dare to dream and dream loudly for what is right. Works of Heart is now 𝗗𝗮𝗽𝗮𝘁 (should, must), a design studio for social good that uses design to bring us closer to what should be available to all—a more joyful, just, equitable world. For us, Dapat is not only a name but a commitment, to pursue the futures we deserve through design. Learn more at www.dapat.studio

Design in service of others has always been at the heart of what we do. But coming up to 10 years, we realized we wanted our convictions to speak more firmly and bravely, as the world demanded more from design, more from us. We saw that Filipinos deserve and need better. Filipinos deserve futures with choices, where social protections, circular systems, and a valued and preserved culture are not just hopes, but attainable realities. All people should be able to have a good life, however they imagine it to be. We believe design can do something about this, most especially when it’s done together. As we step into our new decade, we dare to dream and dream loudly for what is right. Works of Heart is now 𝗗𝗮𝗽𝗮𝘁 (should, must), a design studio for social good that uses design to bring us closer to what should be available to all—a more joyful, just, equitable world. For us, Dapat is not only a name but a commitment, to pursue the futures we deserve through design. Learn more at www.dapat.studio

Design in service of others has always been at the heart of what we do. But coming up to 10 years, we realized we wanted our convictions to speak more firmly and bravely, as the world demanded more from design, more from us. We saw that Filipinos deserve and need better. Filipinos deserve futures with choices, where social protections, circular systems, and a valued and preserved culture are not just hopes, but attainable realities. All people should be able to have a good life, however they imagine it to be. We believe design can do something about this, most especially when it’s done together. As we step into our new decade, we dare to dream and dream loudly for what is right. Works of Heart is now 𝗗𝗮𝗽𝗮𝘁 (should, must), a design studio for social good that uses design to bring us closer to what should be available to all—a more joyful, just, equitable world. For us, Dapat is not only a name but a commitment, to pursue the futures we deserve through design. Learn more at www.dapat.studio

#NoviceAgenda—Galing Luzon is now in PRINT! 📚🇵🇭✨ The final chapter of Dapat Studio’s (@dapat.studio ) Galing Probinsya trilogy has arrived—and it’s one you’ll want to hold onto. Galing Luzon brings together voices from across the region, tracing how creatives build, care for, and grow their communities through shared struggles, lived experiences, and collective hope. This issue features conversations with Lloyd Zapanta (@lloydiecat ) (Antipolo), Ja Amores (@esoiuqetsel ) (Baguio), and Onix Mendoza (@onixcoded ) of Astrolikha Collective (@astrolikhaofficial ) (Cavite), alongside an essay by Novice Creative & Managing Director Allen Esteban (@iamallenesteban ) (Nueva Vizcaya/Antipolo), plus a Creative Atlas mapping tambayans across Luzon. 🗺️ Galing Probinsya continues its mission of documenting design stories from across the archipelago, following Galing Visayas (2020) and Galing Mindanao (2024). More than a series of zines, these are documents of who we are—rooted, regional, and deeply connected. Get a copy (or the bundle), collect stories, and support local creatives and the communities they’re building. Limited copies and discounted bundles are available. 👀 🛒 www.shop.dapat.studio 🌐 —— Photos by @iamallenesteban #GalingLuzon #GalingProbinsya #DapatStudio KeepCreating

Announcing the arrival of 𝕲𝖆𝖑𝖎𝖓𝖌 𝕷𝖚𝖟𝖔𝖓 🚌 Now available and ready to ship from www.shop.dapat.studio 🌐 P.S. Our Galing Probinsya Zine Bundle — which includes all three issues at a discounted price — is also in stock 👀 Few bundles left!

This Women’s Month, our managing director, Liz (@liezlcab ), reflects on what it means to be women-led, not only in our design practice but also in our work for and with women. Looking back on past projects, she holds space to celebrate women’s leadership while also recognizing the weight of the struggles that so often come with it. In closing, Liz turns to the women working in social impact—the all-women teams, community leaders, quiet organizers, and founders building something from nothing—and offers a strong reminder: Our presence in this space is not accidental, it is necessary. Women’s work—our work—is not peripheral. It is foundational. Read the full article on 𝗱𝗮𝗽𝗮𝘁𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼.𝘀𝘂𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗸.𝗰𝗼𝗺 💌 Or journey and collaborate with us in designing the futures we deserve by emailing us at 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼@𝗱𝗮𝗽𝗮𝘁.𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 🤝 ✍🏻 @liezl.cab 🎨 @nikkiroxas.design

Introducing Galing Luzon’s 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝗹𝗮𝘀 🗺️, a community map for creative tambayans in Luzon. Initially curated by our featured creatives, it is a living map where everyone can find and contribute spaces for inspiration and community in the island of Luzon. Visit 𝗯𝗶𝘁.𝗹𝘆/𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝘂𝘇𝗼𝗻_𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗹𝗮𝘀 📍 to share your favorite creative spots in your corner of Luzon.

Get a physical copy of the Atlas 🗺️ at 𝗯𝗶𝘁.𝗹𝘆/𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝘂𝘇𝗼𝗻𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 🛒 Pre-orders close next week! All links are also in our bio.

Who are the local artists we draw hope and inspiration from? For National Arts Month in February, we traced our creative lineage (inspired by @jeninayutuc ) to celebrate the diverse forms of artistic expression that have molded each of our members’ identities ✨

Astrolikha (@astrolikhaofficial ) founder Onix Mendoza (@onixcoded ) staunchly defends Caviteño creatives and passionately speaks about the magic of community. In his 𝕲𝖆𝖑𝖎𝖓𝖌 𝕷𝖚𝖟𝖔𝖓 interview, he expounds on why being from the province is not a disadvantage, but a perspective and a grounding into who you are and what has shaped you. Read Onix’ full interview by pre-ordering 𝕲𝖆𝖑𝖎𝖓𝖌 𝕷𝖚𝖟𝖔𝖓 at 𝗯𝗶𝘁.𝗹𝘆/𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝘂𝘇𝗼𝗻𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 or at the link in bio 🛒 Ships out next month.

Visual artist Ja Amores (@esoiuqetsel ) reminds us that creativity is as valuable in Baguio as it is anywhere else. In 𝕲𝖆𝖑𝖎𝖓𝖌 𝕷𝖚𝖟𝖔𝖓, she shares her hopes for the creative community in her city—and for a future that affirms the dignity and worth of artists. Read Ja’s full interview by pre-ordering 𝕲𝖆𝖑𝖎𝖓𝖌 𝕷𝖚𝖟𝖔𝖓 at 𝗯𝗶𝘁.𝗹𝘆/𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝘂𝘇𝗼𝗻𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 or at the link in bio 🛒 Ships out next month.

Lloyd Zapanta (@lloydiecat ) advocates for paying attention to where you are. In 𝕲𝖆𝖑𝖎𝖓𝖌 𝕷𝖚𝖟𝖔𝖓, he reflects on why being so close to Manila is double-edged and how to carve out cultural relevance as a Rizaleño. Read Lloyd’s full interview by pre-ordering 𝕲𝖆𝖑𝖎𝖓𝖌 𝕷𝖚𝖟𝖔𝖓 at 𝗯𝗶𝘁.𝗹𝘆/𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝘂𝘇𝗼𝗻𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 or at the link in bio 🛒 Ships out next month.

In this issue’s op-ed, Allen Esteban (@iamallenesteban ) of Novice Magazine (@novicemagazineph ) writes about why it’s important to take space. In tracing the story of Novice, he shares why he Keeps Creating and how that act alone becomes an insistence that probinsyano creativity matters. Peep snippets of his essay here—including an unpublished quote—or read the whole op-ed in 𝕲𝖆𝖑𝖎𝖓𝖌 𝕷𝖚𝖟𝖔𝖓. Pre-order at 𝐛𝐢𝐭.𝐥𝐲/𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐮𝐳𝐨𝐧𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 or at the link in bio 🛒 Ships out next month.