DMCI Opted Alabang, Muntinlupa as the Best Location for its Newest Project, the Rhapsody Residences

The Philippines’ giant real estate developer gave birth to its newest project, the Rhapsody Residences in Alabang, Muntinlupa.

The Rhapsody Residences is purposely developed in the modern city of Alabang, Muntinlupa wherein convenience is never a problem. Intentionally, DMCI joined a city wherein some of the best commercial and recreational establishments in the metro are located. These include few of the nation’s premiere shopping centers like Alabang Town Center and Festival Supermall, the gigantic towers of Insular Life, the state of the art medical facilities of Asian Hospital and Medical Center and the Northgate Business District that mostly caters information and technology services and other related businesses. Moreover, the residence is likewise purposely situated wherein it is easy for occupants to access the main roads.

DMCI Homes is best known in building homes that are reliable and trustworthy. Thereby, it makes every Filipino’s dream of having their own home a reality.

Rhapsody Residences is a resort-inspired residence located along East Service Road in Barangay Buli, Alabang, Muntinlupa. At present, the same is the biggest manifestation that DMCI indeed has its own ability to deliver the best of quality projects.

Now, to sustain its resort-inspired theme, Rhapsody paired its units with pocket parks, jogging paths, children’s play area, basketball court and a spacious play court for residents who love sports and other active lifestyles. In fact, this premise containing more than a hectare land area is likewise committed to a different mix of outdoors amenities, making it perfect for everyone looking for a place to call their own.

Moving on with its exterior side, the Rhapsody Residences is designed with a neo-Asian architectural concept which is perfect for today’s urban dwellers. Occupants can feel the aesthetics-clean lines and minimalist Asian-style design mixed with a little modern feel of wood structures. And since it holds nature-inspired amenities, its buildings have single loaded hallways wherein units are open to a view of garden atriums that are landscaped with different ornamental plants and water features.

Apparently, everything that a modern family is looking for is here in Rhapsody since it can fulfill all their necessities and requirements. Even mobile professionals looking for a spacious and comfortable unit would find it suitable for them since its bedrooms are roomier than the other condo for sale in Alabang, Muntinlupa. 

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DMCI Homes’ Zinnia Towers Gives Pride to Municipality of Quezon City

Quezon City has again achieved another accomplishment when the city received an award from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) for Sustained Good Performance in the Implementation of Republic Act 9003 recently. The said Certificate of Recognition simply represents how clean, green and pleasant the city’s environment is.

DMCI homes in fact, did a great part in maintaining cleanliness and orderliness in the city by introducing the Lumiventt Design Technology in its new project development, Zinnia Towers which is actually a first within the vicinity. The DMCI’s idea of creating such project came to light after it foresee the developer’s need to meet eye to eye with the city’s commitment of implementing green purchasing and green building programs.

Quezon City has long been dedicated in aiming to create a clean, green and pleasant environment for its people. In fact, its government, headed by Hon. Mayor Herbert Bautista, has been implementing several projects related to proper solid waste management. In a survey conducted by SMART Research, a private company, for the Quezon City Anti-Poverty Program, it revealed that 80.77% of the respondents and residents of Quezon City are already practicing waste segregation. Consequently, a cooperative effort has been already built in the community.

Therefore, it is no longer surprising why there are lots of condo for sale in Quezon City. The city is a pioneer in maintaining a clean and organized community. Going back to the real estate that contributed a lot to the city’s success, Zinnia Towers is a community composed of two high-rise building surrounded by verdant greeneries, to adopt with its contemporary tropical-themed structural design.

Aside from being one of the cleanest communities in Quezon City, Zinnia Towers still have some other features that will definitely influence one’s preference.

Location

Zinnia Towers is purposely developed by DMCI Homes right next to the bustling city streets, and near everything. It is perfect for the hassle brought by the daily metro activities.

Space

Each unit in the said residence is ideal for the family. Open spaces are strategically provided for the entire family to enjoy such as swimming pool complex, play ground, garden trails, park, roof deck, podium amenities, and a clubhouse.

Security and Maintenance

Zinnia Towers is the probably the safest place in town since it provides a non-stop 24/7 security and maintenance in the whole community.

Apparently, Zinnia Towers is designed to attract end-users and those who are planning to upgrade their lifestyle to the current state of modern condo living not only in Quezon City but also from nearby areas like Manila, Navotas and Caloocan.

DMCI Homes is proud to be a part of an organized and environment-friendly community like Quezon City. The giant real estate developer successfully made the right choice when it chose Quezon City as the home of its Zinnia Towers.


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[News] Ayala Plans Record Home-Building, Entry Into Airports, Rail

Ayala Corp. (AC), the Philippines’ biggest property developer, plans to build a record number of homes in 2012 and expand into airports and railways, Chief Executive Officer Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala said.
“We have committed the highest capital spending ever in our history,” Zobel, 53, also chairman and son of billionaire Jaime Zobel De Ayala, said in a March 9 interview in Manila. “Ayala Corp. a hundred years ago is different from today. We’re open to change.”

Zobel plans to boost capital spending by 38 percent this year to a record 91 billion pesos ($2.1 billion), 75 percent of which is set for property unit Ayala Land Inc. (ALI) and Globe Telecom Inc. (GLO) While the company has diversified interests to include banking, its expansion pace has lagged behind rivals such as San Miguel Corp. (SMC), which moved beyond its roots as a brewer to become the largest power producer in Philippines. read more here

[Article] Philippine Real Estate to Adapt Italian Knitware Brand Concept as Its Interior Design

A Philippine real estate is about to adapt a concept of an Italian knitwear brand as its interior design.

In an interview, the Century property announced that the Acqua Livingstone launched by its subsidiary, Century Limitless will be adapting the colourful design aesthetic of Missoni.

The interior design of the 52-storey condominium will be replicated from Missoni’s live colors and stylish designs.

Missoni is an Italian fashion house based in Italy. It is widely known for creating knitted clothing designs made from different kinds of fabrics with its colourful patterns. Its design concept emphasizes an experience of happiness, fun, beauty, creativity as well as luxury and elegance according to Missoni Marketing Director and Shareholder, Vittorio Missoni.

Acqua Livingstone is actually the fourth of condominium towers launched by the Century properties but this is the first time that it will be the first condominium in the world which would be designed by MissoniHome.

Acqua Livingstone will have function rooms, gym, spa, swimming pool, dance floor, barbecue facilities as well as business center. The Missoni design will be seen in the condominium’s multi-level amenity called Canopy but Acqua Livingstone’s residents can also have an option of having their units designed by MissoniHome.

According to Century Properties managing director, Robbie Antonio, this innovation is expected to boost confidence for the Philippine real estate industry.

It only proves that Missoni believes that Philippines has a great potential to be a premiere platform for premiere development.

The project will definitely push the Philippines real estate industry to come out in a nutshell and explore something different and make valued brands such as MissoniHome accessible as a lifestyle experience, Antonio explained.

Adapting a clothing design as an interior design of a condominium is another great concept for the Philippines real estate. It’s a great innovation which is one of its kinds.

[News] Sharon plunges into real estate

MANILA, Philippines – Actress-singer Sharon Cuneta is eager to add another notch to her seemingly ever-widening belt – that of property mogul.

The actress, herself, revealed so in a recent interview, saying it's the fulfillment of a longtime dream. Already, she has acquired several properties including one in an area near Tomas Morato, where she plans to build several townhouses.

Read More from Manila Bulletin

[Press Release] Acqua Livingstone | Interior designed by MISSONIHOME

We are proud to introduce to you another first –the only residence in the world interior designed by MISSONIHOME. Livingstone is the 4th Tower set to rise in a magnificent multi-tower master planned development on a 2.4-hectare prime property, the Acqua Private Residences.

[Press Release] Celebrating 10 Years of Vibrancy in BGC

The first-ever impromptu street concert, spearheaded by Alveo Land, was a realization of the company’s vision of the emergence of High Street South as BGC's cultural district that exudes a lively, cosmopolitan vibe. At par with other first-world cities, such as Manhattan in New York, Clark Quay in Singapore, and Paris in France, High Street South is Alveo Land 's pioneering integrated township ideal, which is set to redefine the BGC landscape in the next 25 years.

“We’ve always envisioned High Street South to be an area that complements and enriches the various lifestyles inherent to BGC,” shares Tupaz. “In a few years’ time, High Street South will be known as a destination where all the conveniences of the modern world will harmoniously co-exist with different forms of art, wide roads and lush green areas.”

Alveo Land’s High Street South, poised to become the country’s fastest-rising integrated urban development in the metropolis, is an exclusive township designed by the CAZA Group—renowned architects from a New York-based design studio, headed by a highly regarded Filipino in the industry, Architect Carlos Arnaiz. As BGC’s cultural district, High Street South will house an exceptional array of international and local retail and business establishments, diverse dining destinations, and recreation and leisure options.

“Alveo Land recognizes the desire of today’s urban individuals to live within an iconic, well-connected community, where they can live, work and play, while at the same time, fulfill their passions and reconnect with their community,” adds Tupaz. “ High Street South essentially addresses this need by harmoniously blending all the elements necessary to create a thriving community, exuding a distinct kind of urban charm.”

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Alveo Land Corp. sets the benchmark for innovation in Ayala Land. Armed with sharper foresight, unparalleled excellence, and total commitment, Alveo Land Corp. is a real estate company that doesn’t just find the means to provide the most innovative homes, it looks for ways to make you live the life you deserve. For more information, visit www.alveoland.com.ph, email info@alveosales.com.ph, or call (632) 848.5100 (Metro Manila) and 1-800-10-8485100 (outside Metro Manila). Model units are available for viewing daily from 9AM to 8PM at the 2nd floor W High Street building, 11th Street corner 28th Street, BGC, Taguig.

[Press Release] Pico de Loro Beach & Country Club

The centerpiece amenity of Pico de Loro Cove is the Beach & Country Club. This exclusive members’ only club brings the comforts and conveniences of the usual country club into a spectacular beach and mountainside setting.

The Beach Club component, located near the coastline, is a more social and engaging venue with its dining facilities and lounge areas.
Sun Coral Café, the signature F&B facility of the Beach Club
Brisa Bar, an al fresco dining and entertainment venue
Arribada Lounge, an indoor venue with balconies for functions and gatherings
An Outdoor Recreation Desk that assists members in enjoying various land- and sea-based activities such as kayaking, windsurfing, scuba diving, fish feeding, trekking, nature biking and ATV.
Other facilities: lobby lounge; swimming pool and locker rooms for adults and kids; massage huts; sundry shop

The Country Club offers a recreational atmosphere with its family-oriented facilities, as well as
amenities for ball and racket sports
Lagoa Restaurant, the signature F&B facility of the Country Club
B&B (bowling and billiards hall); Club Pico, an indoor kids’ play area; game room; music room

Library & Clinic
Baia ballroom, an indoor venue for functions and gatherings, which can be subdivided for smaller function or conference rooms.
Swimming pool complex with lap pool, pocket pools and slides, kids’ pool, and other water experiences
Covered volleyball, basketball, badminton and squash courts; tennis court; gym and group exercise room; complete locker room and shower facilities; clinic

Pico Sands Hotel
An exclusive 154-room hotel designed with efficiency and comfort in mind will cater the accommodation for club member and guests. Each room presents captivating views of the serene lagoon or the lush mountains of Pico de Loro. All rooms come with standard modern amenities such
as individually-controlled air conditioning, cable TV with high-definition programming, Wi-Fi access and safety deposit box.

Pico Sands’ food outlet – Pico Restaurant & Bar is open 24/7 ensuring to satisfy one’s gastronomical cravings anytime of the day. Meanwhile, members and guests who long for relaxation can visit the hotel’s Rain Spa that offers a list of treatments fusing traditional and progressive therapeutic practices for health and well-being



St. Therese of the Child Jesus Chapel
The St. Therese of the Child Jesus Chapel is a  striking minimalist structure tucked in a tropical jungle,  designed by renowned architect Carlos Arnaiz.
Prominently featuring modern materials such as metal and glass, the chapel has an airy space that lends it a solemn and meditative quality while providing, at the same time, panoramic views of Pico de Loro Cove’s untarnished natural sights.

VII. Who is Costa del Hamilo, Inc.?
Costa del Hamilo, Inc. (CdHI) is a subsidiary of SM Land, Inc and the exclusive developer of Hamilo Coast.

VIII. Who is SM Land, Inc.?
SM Land is the property arm of SM Investments Corporation (SMIC). Under SM Land, SMIC builds its portfolio of property offering, from primary homes and residences under SM Residences (SM Development Corporation), to leisure developments like Hamilo Coast (Costa del Hamilo, Inc.) and Tagaytay Highlands (Highlands Prime, Inc.), and integrated business districts such as the Mall of Asia Complex (SM Land Commercial Properties).

[NEWS] A Philippine Real Estate Firm Eyes Cebu as a Perfect Place to Build Business Infrastructures

A Philippine real estate in cooperation with an international partner plans to build a retirement village and a hospital facility in Northern Cebu.

Recently, Everjust Realty Development Corp., and an international partner held a meeting regarding their agreement about management and operations of the said projects. Thus, facilities can adopt international standards and at the same time can achieve an international accreditation.

In a new report, the firm’s president is considering 5 years for the construction of the projects.

According to the Everjust Realty President, Justin Uy, the 10-hectare retirement village is set to be built in Consolacion while the Hospital facility is set to be constructed in Mandaue. Both infrastructures will be located in Cebu.

Uy further said that the development of the said retirement village and hospital facility in Cebu is meant to push the firm’s expansion into the tourism industry

Cebu is a perfect domicile for retirees. Retirees can easily get attracted to such places where they become close to natural wonders as well as urban conveniences. In fact, Cebu can be directly compared to Hawaiian Islands like Honolulu and Maui.

Also, the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) attested that Cebu is one of the most preferred places for retirement outside the Philippine’s capital city.

Moreover, aside from the said Philippine Real Estate firm, the Philippine economy can also earn a great profit from the said projects. A study from a health care business intelligence firm, Healthcore revealed that from 2006 to 2010, Philippines earned about $1.30 billion in healthcare and wellness services from foreign tourist and overseas Filipino works (OFW) or the “Balikbayans”. In a speculation, Philippines has the capability to profit as much as $1 billion to $3 billion each year by 2018 if it would pursue investing on health care infrastructure and offer more extensive travel arrangements for medical tourist.

The said study also previewed that the Philippines can have a chance of getting a larger market share in the global medical tourism industry if further similar projects will come out in the country like a raging trend.

This will be a multi – purpose project which will benefit not only the said Philippine real estate firm but also the Philippine economy. It would definitely be a plus factor for the Philippines considering that the country was finally recognized as one of the booming players in the multi-billion dollar industry.

[Press Release] Hamilo Coast

I. What is Hamilo Coast?
Hamilo Coast is SM Land’s premier coastal development in Nasugbu, Batangas. Encompassing vast hectares of land, thirteen coves, and kilometers of the finest coastlines in Nasugbu, Hamilo’s long-term master plan is envisioned to provide a network of communities with a variety of lifestyle experiences.

II. How do I get to Hamilo Coast?
Hamilo Coast is accessible by land travel through the traditional Tagaytay route going beyond to Nasugbu, Batangas, which takes approximately 2 ½ to 3 hours. By air on a helicopter, travel from the Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City will take as fast as 20 minutes.
A national highway is being constructed that will traverse Ternate, Cavite going to Nasugbu, Batangas. Once this Ternate-Nasugbu highway is completed, land travel to Hamilo Coast can potentially be reduced to 1 ½ hours only.
A ferry transport service is also being developed that will depart from Mall of Asia Complex to Hamilo Pier in Papaya Cove, Hamilo Coast, and vice versa. This mode of transportation will potential reduce travel time to 1 ½ hours only as well.

[Press Release] Trump Tower Manila - Philippines' Most Illustrious Residential Sky Scraper

Century Properties is one of the largest privately-owned real estate firms in Asia, with 25 years of experience and expertise in real estate marketing, development and management. The company holds a formidable team of the most accomplished, most creative and most highly-regarded individuals in the industry. We hold ourselves responsible for the creation of some of the most unique, outstanding and visionary real estate projects in Philippines and beyond.

Rising in the Philippines' most prestigious financial and commercial district is a name synonymous to unparalleled service, quality and real estate. Trump Tower™ Manila at Century City – the country's most amenitized residential high-rise and Manila's definitive landmark.

Live in the only address that bears the mark of power and success. Trump Tower™ Manila.

[Press Release] The Milano Residences | Interior designed by Versace Home

Century Properties is one of the largest privately-owned real estate firms in Asia, with 25 years of experience and expertise in real estate marketing, development and management. The company holds a formidable team of the most accomplished, most creative and most highly-regarded individuals in the industry. We hold ourselves responsible for the creation of some of the most unique, outstanding and visionary real estate projects in Philippines and beyond.

We are pleased to introduce to you The MILANO Residences, First Luxury Private Residences in Asia, interior designed by Versace Home. A towering 53 stories overlooking Century City, the building exterior resonates Versace's iconic design language by replicating the distinctive Greek Fret rising up the entire building’s facade.

Versace serves as the pinnacle of luxury, and what better way to create a novel concept by fusing high-impact design with real estate into an utterly distinctive package. Versace has extended its brand from fashion to other lifestyle concepts and so, for their Versace Home line, it was perfectly logical to combine the sophisticated elements of an internationally-recognized designer brand with pioneering real estate. It’s liveable fashion in its purest sense.

[Press Release] Acqua Private Residences - The Country's First Residential Eden

A magnificent multi-tower master planned development on a 2.4-hectare prime property, rising right on the water at a point where two cities meet.

Acqua Private Residences follows nature’s blueprint by injecting life into the surrounding landscape resulting in a lush tropical rain forest-infused design that brings nature’s breathtaking water features and flourishing foliage into an urban location. Six towers lavish you with private uninterrupted views of dazzling Makati skyscrapers across the bridge, the vibrant city skyline to the North, or the tranquil water down below.

LOCATION
Located across Rockwell Center, Acqua Private Residences is accessible via a newly-constructed bridge that traverses the historic Pasig River. This provides a direct link to this majestic new address allowing residents the advantage of being situated right at the meeting point of two cities: Mandaluyong, the undisputed Mecca for the country’s biggest and most popular shopping malls, and Makati city, the Philippines’ epicenter for finance and social activity.
Acqua is also accessible from EDSA-Guadalupe on the right, and in the opposite direction through Coronado. The Pasig Ferry-Hulo station is walking distance from the development and serves as an alternative transport route all the way to the city of Manila. Plans are also under way for Acqua’s own private rivers shuttle to traverse the river onto the Makati side of the Pasig.

[Article] What Should Foreign Investors Know About Real Estate Ownership in the Philippines

Due to the great relaxing tropical ambiance brought by the climate in the Philippines to many foreigners, many of them wish to acquire a real estate property in the country. However, acquiring a real estate property in the Philippines is one of the hottest restrictions to many foreigners in the country. Foreigners in the Philippines cannot just simply purchase a  house and lot packages in the said country and have the land title be in their names. Unlike in some other countries, land ownership in the Philippines is bounded to Filipino citizens and corporations with at least 60% Filipino interest and to half foreigner and half Filipino or to former Filipinos with some limitations.

However, there are some special cases for foreigners, in some situations, it can be possible for a foreigner to acquire a property in the said country such as a Philippine real estate. Said cases considered are the Land acquisition before the 1935 Constitution took effect and acquisition be a hereditary succession (the foreigner must be a legitimate or natural heir) is considered Furthermore, for foreigners who are married to a Filipino, most commonly they put the property title by the name of their Filipino spouse. In case the Filipino spouses died first before the foreigner, the foreigner may either dispose the property for a reasonable time and collect all the proceeds, turn over the ownership of the property to legal heirs or children or if they have no children, pass ownership to the relatives of the late Filipino spouse.

[News] Discover What Makes Chief Justice Corona’s Real Estate in the Philippines Controversial

Chief Justice Corona’s real estates in the Philippines are currently the hot topic at the impeach trial set against him. Definitely it was not an ordinary condominium unit since the same are flooded with controversies especially the one in Bellagio Tower I at the Fort, Taguig City.

In its official website, the Megaworld Corp. described the said elegant condominium as a real estate property situated across Manila Golf Club and Country Club. It is a luxurious residence conveniently sitting close to a mix residential and commercial development with shopping malls, supermarkets and recreational facilities within the Fort.

The unit owned by Chief Justice Corona is lying at the top of Bellagio Tower I – the 303.5 square meter pent house. The tower features function rooms, day-care center, gym, game room and convertible rooms.

A real estate broker described the magistrate’s unit as a four bedroom penthouse, with three additional parking spaces which was separately bought by Chief Justice Corona. For its amenities, said penthouse includes a landscaped garden, a horizon edge swimming pool with in water pool lounge, a kid pool, a sun bathing deck and a children’s playground.

The Bellagio Tower I penthouse was completed in 2008 and in 2009, it was sold to the Chief Justice in the amount of $14.5 million and allegedly on an installment basis.

[Invitation] Anvaya Cove Open House on Feb 19, Sunday

Anvaya Cove invites you to come and join them to their Open house on the 19th!

[Invitation] Avida: Red Letter Day

Join us in our biggest thanksgiving celebration on February 12, 2012

[Article] The Best Places to visit this Summer

After a few days of non-stop raining, we can clearly see the summer sky and feel the summer heat. In fact, the white sand beaches around the world is already crowded.

But if you are tired of the beaches, why not try attending certain festivals that was celebrated in a certain country, for an example the Mascara festival in Philippines, or go climb a mountain for a change, or maybe a triathlon event would be a great idea. As for those who loved the water, you can try scuba diving, river rafting, snorkeling or visit the underwater caves and caverns, actually activities are limitless.

And if you are thinking about the expenses for a place where you would stay, the traveling expenses, your food allowance etc, well fret not, all you need to do is be wise in choosing a resort, Condotels or a hotel which is available everywhere, some even presents a certain package that you can avail where food, travel and entertaining activities are covered.