Indigenous materials are materials that are naturally and locally found in a specific place such as

timbers, canes, grass, palms, and rattan.[1] [2] Other indigenous raw materials in the country that are
commonly known and used creatively in crafts and decoration are capiz, pearls, corals,
and seashells, being an archipelago naturally abundant in beaches and marine resources.

The nipa hut or bahay kubo, is a type of stilt house indigenous to the cultures of
the Philippines.[1][2] It is also known as payag or kamalig in other languages of the Philippines. It often
serves as an icon of Philippine culture.[3] Its architectural principles gave way to many of Filipino
traditional houses and buildings that rose after the pre-colonial era. These include the Colonial era
"bahay na bato" which is a noble version of bahay kubo with Spanish and some Chinese main
architectural influence and has become the dominant urban architecture in the past.

The walls of the living area are made of light materials. Posts, walls, and floors are typically made of
wood or bamboo and other light materials. The thatched roof is often made of nipa, anahaw or some
other locally plentiful plant. Thus, making it easier for the nipa huts to be moved if needed.

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