Even if a traditional nipa hut or "Bahay Kubo", as it's called locally, is not as stable and aesthetically pleasing as a modern house, this type of vernacular architecture has its own advantages. Being economical and quicker to build, much easier to maintain, and being environmentally friendly are just a few of the benefits it offers. Above all, it's certainly not difficult to build it close to a white-sand beach - my favorite place!...haha!
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Hello @storiesoferne Thank you for your nice feedback 😊
I believe that to be very true about vernacular architecture advantage. Homes can be created by the ingenuity of any average person who has the material to put a roof over their head.
A lot of local Filipinos tell me that they like nipa huts because they're cooler and I remember how estatic the caretaker was to have her own little nipa hut :)