Who We Are
Smart. Strategic. Aesthetic. Welcome to the Elev8 Architectural Design Studio.
Our team of Filipino architectural design experts is on a mission to create sustainable living spaces that will grow and age with you while caring for the earth.
We’re fueled by our deep desire to serve you and the environment well through exciting and thoughtful architecture that are truly a cut above the rest.
Arch. Darwin Guarino
Principal Architect
Architect Darwin is most known for his edgy and disruptive designs that bring out the beauty of humble and locally sourced materials.
He is a Philippine Green Building Initiative Accredited Design Professional and Accredited Assessor. His design philosophy gives great regard to green and sustainable solutions.
The First Step to Your Dream Home:
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Thrive in a home that lives and breathes life. Enjoy the balance of an aesthetic and functional living space.
Reap the harvest of a truly sustainable and eco-friendly way of living.
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Why choose Passive Sustainability Design?
Passive sustainability design uses natural resources like sunlight, wind, and gravity to heat, cool, and light buildings.
Key Features
Harnessing natural energy
Minimizes reliance on mechanical systems.
Climate-specific
Tailored to the local climate.
Energy-efficient
Reduces energy consumption and carbon footprint.
Benefits
Lower energy bills in heating & cooling by 15%-30%.
Increased comfort.
Environmental sustainability.
Improved air quality.
In essence, passive design creates energy-efficient and environmentally friendly buildings by working with the natural environment.
What to Consider
What We Do
Using passive sustainability as our guiding principle, we see opportunities to raise the level of your experiences whether at home, at work, or leisure. We work passionately to produce spaces that are above the standards: maximizing your comfort and enjoyment while staying kind to the environment.
Our work
Residential
LEAN HOUSE
Retail
THE OPTOMETRIST
Commercial
CONTI’S BAKESHOP AND RESTAURANT
Sustainability
TINY HOUSE
“To design sustainable spaces that provides healing and inspire moments of Impact.”
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Step into the lifestyle that you want starting with the design of your own home.
What Our Clients Say
Working with Architect Darwin Guarino to build my dream house is a great experience. His ability to truly understand and incorporate my needs and desires into the design was remarkable. Darwin’s attentiveness and responsiveness to every suggestion made the process seamless and enjoyable. He even personally helps me in my issues with the requirements in the Office of Building Official despite his busy schedule. I would absolutely choose his services again without hesitation.
Engr. Cezar Cortez, PECE, MBA
I’m very happy sa house ko maganda ang pagkakagawa ng plan ang mga visitor bilib sila sa pagkayari, Thank you Darwin.
Cresencia Ferrer, US Based Client
I hired Darwin of Elev8 Design Studios to lay the foundation of my family home. A young and brilliant architect who exceeded my expectations in terms of design & structure. I consider my home a stunner because of his innovative designs and layouts. He is also an efficient communicator, he ensured that processes were smooth and kept me within my budget.
Overall, I would strongly recommend his expertise in building not just a house but your dream home.
Mr. Arnel Sosa
I had the pleasure of working with Architect Darwin from Elev8architecture on a commercial space project seven years ago, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome. Darwin’s attention to detail was impeccable, and his ability to stay within our budget was a significant advantage. He consistently listened to my desires and incorporated them seamlessly into the design, ensuring the final result was exactly what I envisioned.
One of the biggest challenges I had to face was sticking to my budget, but Darwin’s expertise and innovative solutions helped me navigate this hurdle without compromising on quality or aesthetics. His professionalism and dedication to this project was evident in every interaction.
I am extremely satisfied with the result and would highly recommend Elev8architecture. If you want an architect who listens to you and prioritizes your vision over their own, look no further than Architect Darwin and his awesome team.
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