one/zero

one/zero Architecture studio | Urban incubator One/Zero Design Co. The team is led by Ar. Arts Serrano of the University of Santo Tomas.

is an architecture studio based in Escolta with a particular interest in creating designs that connect to a relevant context: may it be about the natural setting, heritage and history or the people it should serve. One/Zero has received various recognition for its work in city planning, public space activation, interior design and heritage regeneration. The studio is known for its involvement in d

eveloping alternative uses for heritage buildings in Manila and work with commercial, retail, restaurant and urban activation projects. All of the studio's works revolve around architectural interpretations of familiar narratives rooted in our identity as Filipinos: from boutique retail concepts to creative communities in Manila's walled city, One/Zero explores contemporary design applications reflecting our identity as Filipinos. The team is also part of a creative community in Escolta with an overarching goal of bringing new life to downtown Manila.

“Natural light, simplicity, clean lines, neutral colors, rustic materials - these will inspire me in my current and towa...
13/02/2026

“Natural light, simplicity, clean lines, neutral colors, rustic materials - these will inspire me in my current and towards my aspirational habits.”


local textures with your proper coffee
30/01/2026

local textures with your proper coffee


Curious about our design process at one/zero?💭Join us on the 22nd and on the 29th as we share two of our favorite projec...
14/11/2025

Curious about our design process at one/zero?💭

Join us on the 22nd and on the 29th as we share two of our favorite projects from this year! 🔨👷🪵 Happening at Unit 514 of the First United Building at 1100 to 1200.

Our doors are open 1000 to 1700 for an open studio. Take a peek at our design library and our creative headquarters as you stroll around the future of heritage spaces that is the !✨

No signups needed!

Happening alongside other festivities for this year’s ! Don’t miss out!

Taking shape on the seaside!🥐
14/11/2025

Taking shape on the seaside!🥐



"Coffee is the language we use to build, engage, and nurture the communities around us." ☕️In 2014, they wanted to set ...
01/08/2025

"Coffee is the language we use to build, engage, and nurture the communities around us." ☕️

In 2014, they wanted to set a yardstick and a benchmark for good coffee and cafe experience in the Philippines. In 2023, it was about raising the bar again.

An open coffee bar invites people to see the magic behind every cup. Every visit can be a different experience—one can have a cup behind the coffee bar with a great view of the space, sit in commune with fellows and strangers, or alone while having a quick break.

Visit the space at Esteban, Legazpi!🟧

plywood + concrete = 's unit B612!🌐This tiny unit was designed to be oriented towards a central space—a double height cu...
25/07/2025

plywood + concrete = 's unit B612!🌐

This tiny unit was designed to be oriented towards a central space—a double height custom console housing a vinyl player, TV and JP's work space.

A showcase of the humble plywood's beauty and versatility.




🍴 𝗢𝗙𝗙-𝗞𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗™ via .vision ◼️scenario visioning no 01:“At peak hour, a radio resident from the nearby uni i...
24/07/2025

🍴 𝗢𝗙𝗙-𝗞𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗™ via .vision ◼️

scenario visioning no 01:

“At peak hour, a radio resident from the nearby uni is sharing their newest music discovery. Their q***r friends are in attendance supporting and nodding their head to the music. Other groups from different schools, backgrounds are also enjoying the music, food and ambiance. There’s also a line for persons waiting for a table—some have to resort to ordering takeaway because they love the food and drinks as much as they would’ve loved to get a seat.” - of Tetsuo

Visit their new flagship at Regis Center, along Katipunan Ave!



A look back on our small design studio's perspective on growth, opening up from a global pandemic, and architecture's ro...
23/07/2025

A look back on our small design studio's perspective on growth, opening up from a global pandemic, and architecture's role in society at 2022 year-end feature.

Film shots by

"As we saw how our cities were put to a standstill by a global pandemic, we slowly understand that we cannot look at the architectural practice in a vacuum. The challenge for us architects is how we can slowly communicate the need to push back against the old way of doing things. How can we unlearn decades of city-building knowledge?

The pandemic highlighted the gross inequality in how our cities function—from housing to transportation, where work can be accessed, and how work is actually done—how can we make our cities more accessible to everyone?

Architecture can play a role in answering these questions—but to create lasting change, architecture must understand its role in how our cities are built. Who are we building our cities for? Is this the world that we would want the next generation to inherit?"

“Saan Saan in Filipino means anywhere and everywhere. Our sense of smell have such a direct connection to our memories t...
22/07/2025

“Saan Saan in Filipino means anywhere and everywhere. Our sense of smell have such a direct connection to our memories that when we smell something in the form of like, a candle or a just a whiff of air that passes by we get transported to these places.”

in Kapitolyo
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Last photo by .tiu

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413 Escolta Street , The First United Building, Unit 514
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1006

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