Inspired by the Tingkop baskets of Palawan, the Santamaria is both stool and container. The intricate weaving and the insistent functionality of the pieces are faithful to the original objects. The twist here is that the objects are done in PE plastic so that they can be used outdoors.

Ito Kish launched his first furniture line in March 2012 to instant success. He has deep appreciation for Philippine creativity and craftsmanship, melding in his pieces traditional Asian crafts techniques with forms culled from the country's unique European-influenced history. "My design will always be about who I am and where I come from," he says His furniture collection is available under K I S H, the design company where he is Chief Visual Storyteller. With a client list that includes prestigious companies like Globe Telecom, Manila Polo Club, Amanpulo and Ayala land, Ito is one of the Philippines’ most successful design consultants.

Ito Kish is the home line product development arm of KISH, a retail, furniture and interior designs company based in Manila and established in December 2000 by Ito Kish CEO and Chief Visual Storyteller. Ito Kish is a Filipino design concept aiming to showcase the limitless possibilities that Filipino materials and design can offer. It takes pride and puts premium in the stories and unique experiences that our products bring to our clients’ home.