His name is recognised both locally and internationally. Kenneth Cobonpue, the multi-awarded industrial designer and manufacturer from Cebu, is among the country's top talents. Having pursued his education in New York, Italy and Germany, Cobonpue has a touch of worldliness that is reflected in his many designs. Still, he has put his heritage front and centre in his work. Since returning to the Philippines in the mid-nineties, Cobonpue has established a global brand that employs over 300 artisans in Cebu.
"I'm proudest of having created a home-grown brand utilising natural materials and employing skilled craftsmen in the Philippines," he shares. "Asia was known as the factory of the world, not as a source for originality and creativity. I wanted to change that, so I decided it was time for the world to recognise great modern Filipino design. I hope to leave this legacy for many other talented and creative Filipinos to look back to their heritage."
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