Coffee and Conversations: 'Shaped Together': The Bayanihan Way of Design with Allan S. Manzano
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Over coffee, designer and educator Allan Manzano, founder of Dynamo Design Group, reflects on how the Filipino value of Bayanihan—the spirit of communal unity and collective effort—has shaped his path as both a creative and an educator.
Rooted in his South Bay experiences, Allan shares how reconnecting with his heritage transformed his design perspective and deepened his purpose. Guided by Bayanihan, he fosters collaboration, celebrates culture, and builds meaningful impact through design and teaching.
This conversation explores how culture grounds creativity and how design can bridge people and communities.
About Allan Manzano Allan Manzano is an educator, designer, and founder of Dynamo Design Group, a creative studio at the intersection of design, community, and culture. Through his teaching and practice, he champions design as a tool for social connection and cultural expression. Guided by the spirit of Bayanihan, his work centers on collaboration, mentorship, and uplifting others while remaining rooted in community.
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