through experience and exposure,
our perspective evolved And it changed how we see home
Through our travels, we were exposed to spaces that pushed boundaries. The design felt intentional, elevated, and world-class.
At first, our instinct was simple.. why not replicate it and bring the design here?
But the more we saw and experienced, the more we realized that we didn’t need to replicate the world. We can learn from it, yes, but what matters more is how we reinterpret what we already have.
Because the place where we live and work is not lacking, it is rich in culture, beauty and warmth.
So instead of designing outside the box, we chose to transform it.
To take what exists, the way we build, the way we live and elevate it into something more thoughtful, more refined and more world-class.
Our Vision
To create better-designed spaces for everyday Filipino living.
Our Mission
To transform the “box” by rethinking existing spaces making them more functional, comfortable, and visually refined through combining insights from outside (the world) and inside (our land).
Aniel Santos Design Co. (ASDC) was founded in 2020, a time when the world had slowed down and we were given the space to think about what we could build.
We asked ourselves simple questions:
What do we have? What are we good at? What do we care about?
The answer was clear, a degree in architecture and marketing, a shared passion for design, and a strong attention to detail. With just a laptop and that shared vision, ASDC began.
We started small, working on residential spaces, then gradually expanded into cafés and commercial interiors. As trust grew, so did the scale of our work, from offices and malls to heritage projects.
Today, our practice continues to grow, shaped by the same mindset we started with: making the most of what we have and transforming it into something better.
OUR CLIENTS
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY ABOUT US
"Aniel Santos Design Co. has been an exceptional partner. They are highly considerate, smart, and solution-driven, always approaching challenges with expertise and efficiency. Their consultancy has been invaluable, and we are extremely pleased to work with them. Highly recommended!"
-Engr. M. A.
"Our team have had the pleasure of collaborating and working on several projects with Aniel Santos Design Co. I am consistently impressed by the professionalism, accuracy, high-quality workmanship, and commitment to excellence. They are also easy to work with and have a fast response rate, especially on project concerns ."
-Engr. S.B.
“Working with Architect John Santos of Aniel + Santos Design Co has been a great experience. They’re super professional, easy to talk to, and really make every project clear and straightforward. Communication is smooth, and they’re always quick to respond to any questions, which makes collaboration a breeze. Providing plumbing plans for the Ayala projects was hassle-free thanks to their organized and efficient approach. Definitely a great team to work with!”
-Engr. M.M.
Passionate Founder & Architect, dedicated to transforming spaces beyond bricks and mortar
"I see architecture not just as a craft, but as a powerful tool to enhance communities. With a commitment to functionality and thoughtful space utilization, I believe that the design of structures directly impacts the well-being of communities, be it as expansive as commercial buildings or something as intimate as a simple home."
Arch. John Emmanuel Santos, UAP, PIA
Founder