Explore the wonders of Mindanao architecture with Balay Kulayan’s fantastic coloring book! With every sketch, discover more about cultural differences with a close eye on color schemes and material swatches. This 70-page interactive book brings the dwellings of five different Mindanao Ethnolinguistic groups to life and offers the perfect opportunity for creative expression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Color your way to learning and exploration by Balay Kulayan!”   says Architect Gloryrose Dy Metilla, co-writer of Balay Kulayan and President of Mindanao Architecture Advocacy Network 2023. “This amazing coloring book is perfect for all ages – from budding architects and creative interior designers and artists to imaginative adults and young children.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The coloring book includes detailed sketches of traditional houses from the Ata Manobo, Bagobo Tagabawa, Bagobo Klata, Matigsalug, and Obo Manuvu. Each page is smudge-free, so users can experiment with mediums like watercolor, markers, colored pencils, crayons, or pastel colors to bring these vivid designs to life. <\/p>\n\n\n

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“We are excited to offer this unique way of exploring our rich culture,” says Interior Designer and Engineer Rose faith Necesito-Brondial, co-writer of Balay Kulayan and Vice President of Mindanao Architecture Advocacy Network.  “Our goal is for everyone to enjoy learning about our architectural heritage through this one-of-a-kind coloring book.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Balay Kulayan is a coloring book published through the Mindanao Architecture Advocacy Network<\/a> or MAAN. MAAN is an organization that works towards safeguarding heritage resources in Mindanao <\/a>through advocacy campaigns and projects such as this coloring book. Their mission is to create awareness among Filipinos on preserving their cultural heritage while celebrating regional diversity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So grab your favorite colors and start exploring by pre-ordering a coloring book here<\/a>! Let Balay Kulayan take you on an adventure through its fantastic collection of drawings \u2013 perfect for anyone looking for a fun activity that also educates them about the region\u2019s architectural history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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