In a celebratory atmosphere brimming with literary enthusiasm and
community spirit, the Book Nook launched its second branch at the fifth level
of The Podium on August 15, 2024. Building on the success of its first location
at SM Aura, this new chapter ushers in an exciting milestone for Book Nook's
mission to empower Filipinos through literacy, self-expression, and communal
giving.
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| (L-R): SM
Engineering Design and Development Corporation President Hans “Chico” Sy Jr.,
SM Supermalls’ President Steven Tan, Royal Pineda + Architecture Design’s
Architect Royal Pineda, videographer Jason Magbanua, Mandaluyong City Councilor
Charisse Abalos-Vargas, Book Nook founder Architect Shereen Sy, and WTA
Architecture & Design Studio’s Architect William Ti Jr. |
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| Architect Shereen Sy, the driving force behind the Book Nook. |
Book Nook, conceived by architect Sheeren Sy in December 2020, draws
inspiration from a simple yet impactful book-sharing initiative she encountered
in Melbourne, Australia. Sy's vision was to create a similar space in the
Philippines that not only promotes reading but also encourages communal unity—a
hallmark of the Filipino value of "bayanihan."
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A student finds inspiration at the Book Nook's newest learning hub at The Podium. |
The architect behind the vision