First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos’s style is rooted in independence, discretion, decorum, amity, thrift, practicality, tradition and long-term thinking—a refreshing perspective in a world often driven by instant gratification, consumerism and appearances. Friends who have visited her private residence describe her as a down-to-earth yet detail-oriented hostess who runs an immaculate household and entertains with grace and precision. Bahay Pangulo, the presidential residence, reflects a harmonious blend of casual living, gentility and tradition.
During a press tour, the focus was not solely on the house’s architectural features. A comprehensive briefing provided historical context, placing the Bahay Pangulo within its broader historical significance.
The presidential residence is situated in Malacañang Park, originally rice fields south of Malacañang Palace across the Pasig River. During Manuel L Quezon’s administration, the government acquired this land…
