Benilde Interior Design students renovated the reception and recovery areas of the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) Animal Rehabilitation Center to provide relief and comfort for rescued pets.
Founded in 1954 by British educator Muriel Jay, the low-cost clinic provides veterinary services to pets of the indigent community. The organization has since spayed and neutered over 300 cats and dogs saved from neglect or cruelty.
Entitled “Alwán,” a Filipino word for serenity and relief from sorrow, the transformation project aligns with PAWS’ mission to alleviate suffering and stigma surrounding lost or abandoned furry companions.
Unveiling Alwán! 
The ribbon-cutting ceremony on November 26, 2023 marked the opening of the ‘Likhayan’ exhibit on the 5th level of Ayala Malls Manila Bay. The week-long exhibit ran until December 2, 2023.
Date: Nov 26 – Dec 2, 2023
Activity: INTDXHI: ALWAN (Interior Design Capstone Project of Exhibiting Batch 2023 entitled Alwan: Where Humanity meets Habitat, Renovation Project was done in Philippine Animal Welfare Society in Quezon City
Location: Ayala Malls Manila Bay – Exhibit, Philippine Animal Welfare Society – Design and Construction
Learn more about the PAWS Shelter redesign by interior design students through GMA Network’s feature and follow updates on The Alwan 2023 Facebook page.
