B&B Italia Manila presents
Ho Haus by Martine Cajucom-Ho

A mum, wife, Sunnies Creative Director, and content creator, among many others, Martine Cajucom-Ho’s name will not be unfamiliar to you no matter what interest you dabble in, whether makeup, skincare, fashion, travel, interiors, lust-worthy lifestyle, or generally whimsical visuals. Her eye for beauty, exceptional taste, and strong personal branding have made its way into every facet of her day to day. It has also seeped into her Instagram feed, now an inspiration hub slash moodboard for many who aim to embody her aesthetic.

As such, it comes to no surprise that creatives have always been her strong suit. Her carefully-crafted products at Sunnies are testament to this – everything from packaging, retail design, to the products themselves have that unmistakable Midas Martine touch. Naturally, the next step in her creative journey has pointed her to interior design and homestyling.

The scene is set by floor-to-ceiling glass windows that allow streams of natural sunlight to flood in and immaculately bring every vignette to life. Upon walking through the main doors, your eyes gravitate to the Camaleonda sofa by Mario Bellini. It sits pretty in the middle of the space, a focal point of comfort, convergence, and conversation. The sofa’s design, much like Martine’s taste, has transcended time and garnered praises. The sofa’s versatility and ever-iconic bulbous look make it multifunctional yet pleasing on the eyes, the ideal piece for Martine who loves to have people over.

Another conversation starter is Piero Lissoni’s Eda-mame daybed in a zesty chartreuse color. Martine, who herself fawns over all things chartreuse, spends time conversing with friends and relaxing at the end of the day on this piece. It is framed by Naoto Fukasawa’s Shelf X in the background, a piece that lends itself to her clean yet highly artistic taste. The shelf also serves as the opportune piece for accessorizing and showcasing her vintage treasures in the form of lamps and books, which she has collected over travels to every corner of the globe.

In the dining room is where her creativity blossoms. Doubling as a dining and a work area, the space features the Tobi-ishi table and Mini Papilio swivel dining chairs that Martine uses to catch up on emails, test product samples, plan campaigns, as well as enjoy meals and some mindful me-time. Consistent with her love of uniquely-shaped pieces, the Tobi-Ishi table’s distinct legs are complemented by the Papilio’s ergonomically-formed back.

The Tufty bed and Metropolitan ‘14 armchair, both in rich chestnut brown tones, bring an air of laid-back luxury to the bedroom. The soft and sumptuous leathers of her upholstered pieces create a tranquil atmosphere that embraces her come dusk. Here, you’ll catch Martine getting ready for and unwinding after a day of work and play.

Effortlessly easy on the eye, Ho Haus exudes the highest levels of visual appeal. Her chosen pieces are aesthetic and tactile pleasures, where a myriad of both vivid and muted-toned B&B Italia pieces fit right at home.