Architect Greta Talip

21/04/2026

Sharing a recent workflow: SketchUp → Procreate.

I’ve been exploring architectural collages as an alternative to traditional rendering, focusing more on mood and atmosphere rather than realism.👌

Still refining this style, but really enjoying the process so far.☺️

What do you think about using collages for presentations?

20/04/2026

“3. As a Registered and Licensed Architect , I am bound by the Architect’s National Code of Ethical Conduct (UAP Doc. 200). Our code strictly prohibits us from taking part in paid advertisements. This isn't just a "house rule"—it’s a legal and ethical safeguard designed to protect the public and the integrity of the profession.”

Ever since I started posting last year, I’ve been incredibly thankful for the response to our content. It’s been rewarding to see people engage with architecture in a way that feels approachable and real.

Naturally, that attention has also caught the eye of brands. In today’s world, KOLs (Key Opinion Leaders) and influencer marketing are the norm—brands want to partner with creators to build reach and trust. I’d be lying if I said it wasn't tempting, especially when the offers reach well into the 5 and 6-digit range.

However, I’ve had to make a definitive choice:

I don’t do endorsements.

At the end of the day, I am an Architect, not an influencer. While the "Influencer" role is about lifestyle and promotion, the "Architect" role is about responsibility and protection.

Here are the 3 things that stop me from endorsing construction materials:

1. When you hire an Architect, you are not just paying for drawings; you are paying for unbiased professional judgment. If I accept money from a supplier, my loyalty may be divided. By staying neutral, I ensure my choices are dictated solely by your best interest, never by a brand’s payroll.

2. Building science isn't "one size fits all." A material that works for a project in the province might be the wrong choice for a project in the city. To remain an expert, I must stay free to specify what the site and the structure actually need, rather than what a contract tells me to promote.

3. As a Registered and Licensed Architect , I am bound by the Architect’s National Code of Ethical Conduct (UAP Doc. 200). Our code strictly prohibits us from taking part in paid advertisements. This isn't just a "house rule"—it’s a legal and ethical safeguard designed to protect the public and the integrity of the profession.

You wouldn’t want your Doctor to prescribe a medicine just because the drug company paid them to. You want the medicine that actually cures you. Architecture is the same—we prescribe the materials that makes the most sense for your project.

Integrity is the most important thing we build. I’d rather have your trust than a sponsor’s check.

16/04/2026

𝘼𝙧𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙥𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙚 (𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙥-𝙗𝙮-𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙥)
𝙃𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙨 𝙡𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙘 𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙣𝙖 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙜𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙤, 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙤 𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙖𝙣 𝙢𝙖𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙨 𝙙𝙞𝙣 𝙢𝙖𝙜-𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙨 𝙨𝙖 𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙜𝙚. 👌😉

I’m still new to this style, but here’s a simple way to create one using SketchUp & Procreate 🤎🙏

14/04/2026

𝑭𝒊𝒓𝒔𝒕 𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆 𝒄𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒏 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒐𝒓 𝒄𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒂𝒈𝒆 𝒊𝒏 Procreate .
𝑴𝒂𝒔 𝒎𝒂𝒃𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒍, 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒐 𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒑𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒍𝒚 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒑𝒆𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒄.

Instead of jumping straight into detailed 3D, this helped me explore mood, materials, and composition more intentionally.✨

Not a replacement for rendering, but a strong tool for developing ideas before they become something more.👌

14/04/2026

PSA

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. extends the deadline of the filing of the 2025 Annual Income Tax Returns to May 15, 2026.

“Mas may oras ang bawat taxpayer na makapag-file nang maayos, kasama ang lahat ng kailangang dokumento, at walang ipapataw na penalties.” | via Katrina Domingo, ABS-CBN News

10/04/2026

𝙃𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙞 𝙡𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙣𝙜 𝙜𝙤𝙤𝙙 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣 𝙠𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙣 𝙢𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙡𝙤𝙪𝙙, 𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙖𝙣 𝙞𝙩 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙨 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙡 𝙖𝙩 𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙚. ✌🏻

Warm soft lighting, wood flooring, and a little bit of green. 💚☘
A simple spa space designed to calm you down.

📍Project location: United Kingdom
✔️ Service availed: Architectural interior package

🌎accepts e-design clients worldwide
✉️ [email protected]
💻gretatalip.squarespace.com/contact

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04/04/2026

One thing that really helps us as architects?
When clients share their inspiration, even just a few Pinterest photos.✔

This bathroom already worked, but it didn’t reflect the client’s style or desired feel. With their references, we were able to design a space that’s both functional and personal.👍🏻

Good design isn’t about copying, it’s about translating ideas into something that works for you.😊

✨ Better vision, better bathrooms.

Planning a remodel? Send us your inspo! we’d love to help.

📍Project location: New York
✔️ Service availed: Architectural interior packages

🌎accepts e-design clients worldwide
✉️ [email protected]
💻gretatalip.squarespace.com/contact

01/04/2026

💸 Gas prices up. Everything else up. Taxes… still up 😅.

But even if it hurts, I still pay. Trying my best to be a good citizen and a faithful Christian. 😅Hopefully, you do too! More importantly, I hope those in power remember: there's never a good time to steal.

Anyway, special shoutout to George Mikhail Aurelio of GA Consulting 🙏. His step-by-step guides have been my lifesaver since I started filing taxes. A tiny light in this chaotic world! Thank you, sir!

23/03/2026

Kitchens aren’t just about finishes,they’re about how a space feels throughout the day.👌

This Japandi-inspired kitchen uses dark walnut cabinetry to bring warmth and comfort, balanced with white surfaces and gentle lighting to keep the room feeling open and relaxed.😌

The result is a kitchen that feels welcoming in the morning, comfortable during busy afternoons, and calm in the evenings. A space designed for everyday living, not just special occasions.😊

📍Project location: Philippines
✔️ Service availed: Architectural interior packages

🌎accepts e-design clients worldwide
✉️ [email protected]
💻gretatalip.squarespace.com/contact

30/01/2026

Most people only see the final floor plan…
not the many versions before it. 😅

Turning a 2-bedroom unit into 3 bedrooms means testing layouts, moving walls (on paper), and figuring out what actually works for your lifestyle.

Good design isn’t a one-shot sketch, it’s a process.
And that’s where an architect makes the difference. 📐✨

Message me if you’re planning to rework your space.😉