"Lampirong"

The Lampirong is an architectural style that was developed in the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period. It is characterized by its use of capiz shells as windows, which allowed for natural lighting and ventilation.

The Lampirong originated in the province of Capiz, which is located on Panay Island in Visayas, Philippines. The word lampirong comes from the Tagalog words lampa (shells) and ring (window).

The lampirongs were originally built by indigenous Filipinos who used shells that had been gathered from the sea floor or collected from beaches. These shells were used to create windows in homes, buildings and other structures. The term "Lampirong" refers specifically to a structure that is made with capiz shells instead of glass windows.

The most common type of shell used for Lampirong windows is called an olivella shell; this particular species has been used throughout history as a material for jewelry and other decorations because it has an iridescent shine that sparkles when light hits it at different angles.

In the old days, this iridescent beauty was prized for its ornamental value and used to decorate everything from lamps to jewelry boxes. Today, it's still prized for its beauty—but it's also used for another reason: as a window.

Capiz shell windows are often found in traditional Filipino architecture, where they are prized for their durability and ability to filter light without letting any harmful UV rays through. Capiz shell windows can be found across the Philippines today; they're most commonly seen on houses in rural areas or historic buildings that have been preserved since before the 20th century.

The capiz shell has long been valued as an important part of Filipino culture and heritage because of its unique appearance and durability—and now you can enjoy that same elegance with our capiz shell windows!