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Condo Central Magazine March 2008 issue. Published by Philippines' Media Central, Inc. Please feel free to A Study of It Bpo Condo Central Condo Central CondoCentralMagazine- download. Full description Industry and Magazine Magazine August June2008

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Beauty and Bliss in High Living E D I S N I HE GLOBAL PINOY CARAVAN CRANKS UP UNDERSANDING CONDO CONRACS CONDO MANIA IN HE CIY

A SALUE O HE GRADUAES A walk down Jo Te big BPO bubb Small space sugge 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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WITH SERVO-DRIVE SYSTEM, THE NEW ELECTRIC OPENING MECHANISM BY AUSTRIAN FITTINGS MANUFACTURER BLUM, ANYONE CAN BE A SMOOTH OPERATOR IN THE KITCHEN.

Ever seen how people move around in the kitchen? Here’s a familiar scenario. Watch as they pull out a drawer and close it with a slight swing of the hip. And if there are smudged fingertips or hands full of pans and pots involved, many kitchen users can attest to the wishful thinking of having a third hand.

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The high fronted pull-outs and drawers run freely with no rigid connection to the drive unit to ensure maximum safety. Stop them at any position as they open or close. Set them in motion as they effortlessly close. You don’t have to worry about the drawers opening all the way if you don’t want them to. And should there be a power failure, the pull-outs can still function as per normal without a glitch.

This touch open mechanism is a breakthrough for high-fronted pull-outs and drawers. By eliminating the need for handles or grooves meant to aid the opening and closing of the units, it ranks high in the style department. With a focus on comfort and functionality that appeal to our natural movements, the latest trend in Europe to hit our island will turn into smooth opera- tions in the kitchen.

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editor’s note

Beauty and Bliss in High Living Vol. II No. 5 Pomp and March 2008

EDITORIAL Daniel R. dela Cruz circumstance PUBLISHER

Arnold A. Altamira EDITOR IN CHIEF TO PRO WRESTLING FANATICS of my carry various stories and helpful tips related John Anthony A. Concepcion MANAGING EDITOR generation, it is Macho Man Randy Savage’s to sweet solo living. We also have as our dramatic entrance theme. o music scholars, it property feature Te Gallery by Ariel N. Valerio SENIOR EDITORIAL CONSULTANT is Sir Edward Elgar’s classic opus of ﬁve marches is a 27-storey residential condominium project

Chrysler R. de Guzman for orchestra. o everyone else, it is known soon to rise in busy Salcedo Village, which is ART DIRECTOR simply as “that graduation song.” ideally situated and designed to ﬁt the needs of moetwain today’s young urban warriors. CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER Tis month and carrying on to early next, Godwin S. Nerona “that graduation song” will blare repeatedly Speaking of initial sorties, we introduce in SENIOR LAYOUT ARTIST AND PHOTOGRAPHER across the entire archipelago as thousands this issue Bahay Central , a special section Edwin Calica Cacayorin, Jr. of students march and take center stage that focuses on the broader subset of realty Rene Isidro COLUMNISTS to receive the rolled-up piece of paper development that is, as the title suggests,

Jigs Adefuin that represents the culmination of years of housing projects. Here, we Grip Bueta scholastic toil and extra-curricular frolic. equally vibrant horizontal development scene, Oscar Benedict Contreras, Jr. Katrina Guevarra Peers will be delivering emotionally-charged as well as allied services and features. Shaira Luna Kat Villanueva speeches that already look longingly back this baby progressing into a regular, full-scale CONTRIBUTING WRITERS and excitedly forward. Meanwhile, elders of publication in no time.

SALES AND MARKETING signiﬁcant accomplishment will wax romantic and dispense advice on how these youngsters Lastly, we tip our hats oﬀ to the brilliant and Cherie Mae M. Ayongao MARKETING DIRECTOR should go about in the “real world.” brave men and women behind the Global

Edlyn Carreon Pinoy International Roadshow. Lucy Clemente We salute the class of 2008. Whether the real currently crisscrossing the United States -- and Nizzel Labador Emma Mangalindan world is a two-by-two-meter office cubicle, an later on Europe and the Asia Pacific region -- in Cyd Ponce ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES ambitious entrepreneurial endeavor, further a gallant attempt to “bring home” Filipinos studies, or the dogged pursuit of a treasured from all over the globe. We cheer them on an CIRCULATION passion, we wish them all the success. We share their dreams. Bong Cayanan hope they hold on to their youthful idealism as CIRCULATION MANAGER they navigate through this societal confusion Mabuhay! Guiller M. Ramos Mark Jofferson M. Ramos wrought by generations of uncaring caretakers. CIRCULATION ASSISTANTS

SUPPORT Moving on, the condo unit is increasingly

Dexter R. dela Cruz becoming the preferred residence of young PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR professionals and fresh graduates on their ﬁrst Alfred Matrimonio foray at independent living. In this issue, we 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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contents

IS A PUBLICAION OF www.condo.com.ph IN EVERY ISSUE COLUMNS �- Moving to a new place? EDITOR’S NOTE 6 Daniel R. dela Cruz Here are some hot tips CEO/ PRESIDEN Pomp and circumstance Jigs Adepuin Arnold Abanes Altamira Danilo R. dela Cruz, Jr. � CHIEF OPERAING OFFICER REVIEW CENTRAL 65 Understanding condo contracts Te hottest lifestyle picks Atty. Edwin Calica Cacayorin, Jr. Bing Lau EXECUIVE VICE PRESIDEN CONDO GUIDE 86 � � Your condominium hypermarket Blending of forms Renne Isidro Ariel N. Valerio SENIOR VICE PRESIDEN � ADMINISRAION CENTRAL MARKET 92 AND MARKEING Classiﬁed ads � � � Condo mania in the city Patrick R. Blanco HAPPENINGS 94 Renne Isidro VICE PRESIDEN � SALES Te 10th International Madrid Real Estate Exhibition � � � Andy Bellajaro Brittany breaks ground Crossing the coasts with VICE PRESIDEN � INVESOR RELAIONS Te Residences at Greenbelt Daniel R. dela Cruz wins award Mary Rose S. Espina W.H. aft Residences VICE PRESIDEN � INER NAIONAL assigns management contractor SALES �GLOBAL MARKE�

Justin Park MANAGING DIRECOR � INERNAIONAL SALES �KOREAN MARKE�

Michelle Santos OPERAIONS MANAGER

Nel Garbanzos ADMINISRAION AND COLLECION OFFICER

Atty. Edwin Calica Cacayorin, Jr. LEGAL COUNSEL

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COVER STORY 24 THE GALLERY: Showcasing the art of condo living Crown Asia offers affordable luxury as it ventures into high-rise development for the first time

FEATURES

�’ �   Minute style 10 ransferring condos Smart hints for small spaces within the CBD A condo denizen’s “moving” story    Te one-man show 14 � Te joys of kitchen mastery Personalizing a new

�  Your dream job It’s Señor at the is just a click away 20 helm of Genesis! Te Jobstreet commitment Te Spanish gentleman Te big BPO bubble 22 in charge of dispensing Te jobseekers’ manna Filipino hospitality

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designer’s corner

Minute style Interior desginer Kat Villanueva shares how a little creativity, common sense, and design savvy can make that “transition” studio or one-bedroom unit roomier, livelier, and more liveable Photography and illustration by Kat Villanueva

A STUDIO TYPE or one-bedroom Know the occupant. First and bedroom that has everything “you” in condominium unit…what are the foremost, assess yourself -- your it. Tis will make sense when you see Multi-function areas/furniture. possibilities? personality, behavior and lifestyle. how much space you have or do not For sleep, entertaining guests and A common residence for young Are you a law student who loves have. Common questions you may ask: relaxation, the common pieces are the 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Your units layout should be built around your routine.

working, hobbies, etc. Get the size in the bedroom or a way of keeping that best suits your needs. If you feel the kitchen stench out or confine the you don’t need one, scrap it off your aircon breeze within one room. Other list! Te ottoman is also a sure winner ways of dividing the space without because it can act as a seat, coffee building walls would be putting divid- table or footrest. Decide on which ers or screens, elevating some areas, activities can coincide or not, what a different wall color, furniture layout the routine will be. Do you eat while or simply placing an area rug on the studying or working on your laptop? floor. Tese are ways to differentiate Will you watch V while lying in bed? areas without sacrificing the airiness of Do you need a bed separate from the the space. sofa so you can nap while some guests are watching V in a different area? Light and Shade. Lighting plays Tink of what works for you. Do not a vital role in making the space look plan your unit in such a way that you bigger, and so does color. Observe 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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expand. So, no other way to go but up! Make use of wall space with built-ins. Tese built-ins may consist of cabinets, open shelves, furniture, hooks that serve as storage, display and even extra seating or desk space. Tis system helps maximize space and save on furniture pieces. A typical example of this are those double decked beds that have a bed on top and work space underneath. You can play with this idea depending on what you need. Te bed on top and your closet underneath? Or maybe an enterainment center below with a lounging area on top? An entire side of the room can be ﬁlled with a built-in cabinet concealed by doors that make it look like a wall. Tis way, there’ll be enough storage space and all clutter is out of sight. If you are blessed with high ceilings, you may get away with a mini loft. Tese are just some tips to help you get started and make designing that studio or one-bedroom unit a little less challenging. Again, it never hurts to ask help from professionals. Bottomline is, the same questions should be addressed: What do you want? What do you need? What is feasible? Designing isn’t all technical; the human factor is very much a part of it. Te end goal is not just to design a house or a home, but a lifestyle as well.

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in good taste

I NEVER THOUGHT I would learn how to cook. While my dad usually gets up at 4 in Te one-man show the morning to buy the Condo Central contributing photographer Shaira Luna shares her freshest meat in the market and stock our story about how living independently has helped her become the pantry silly, my younger kitchen wizard she now is brother and I would only budge after the wonderful aromas have wafted from the kitchen into our noses. We weren’t required to help out, but we HAD to taste everything he cooked, and tell him if it was either good or very good! From pata tims and yang chow fried rice to roasted pork loins and heaping bowls of linguine with olive oil and fresh tomatoes, there was always more than enough food for the three of us to go around. My interest in cooking basi- cally started and ended at what dish would be prepared next! But when I moved out, I realized that I would have to step up to the plate so to speak, if I wanted any of the home-cooked goodness we were so accustomed to. Tough I had not (and probably never will) develop a palate for instant noodles or canned food, the idea of ordering take-out or buying cooked viands day in and day out didn’t appeal to my senses either. It was time to bring on the elbow grease. I started with the simplest recipes from my thrift-bookstore cookbooks and Google searches (i.e., “cooking for dummies,” “breakfast 101”) – like scrambled eggs and beef patties and then pastas and stir-fries, and eventually made my way to the oven for batch after batch of singed, rubbery brownies and cakes that had the life deﬂated from them. It wasn’t easy, and certainly 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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man on top

Developer-at-law Te company ambitiously aims to revolutionize the real estate industry and uplift the country’s standards in the ﬁelds of 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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HE SPENT long years and huge sums studying and training to be a When he ﬁnally became one, he realized he wanted to be thus began the colorful corporate journey of Carlos Wilfredo B. Pineda, President of Legacy Ventures Realty and Development, Inc. While it is true that he shunned the litigation aspect of his profession very early in his career, he maintains that his law education still serves him in good stead. In every position held in every company he has been with, his legal background has always given him an advantage. “In realty development as in any trade, at the end of everything, there is always the legal facet,” the Ateneo Law School alumnus points out. “Among many others, there’s taxation, the corporate code, contracts, HLURB and local government regulations, and building codes. All of keen understanding of the law so in this vein, I haven’t really stopped being a lawyer,” he says. But of course, it is in sales and marketing where he really made his mark. He had previously weaved his magic for San Miguel Corporation, Gotesco Properties, Inc., and most recently, for a Dutch insurance company. “At Legacy Ventures, I am tasked to conceptualize and implement marketing plans and strategies more than anything else,” Pineda says. course, to also be a team leader who can manage and make people move.” Right now, the focus of his attention is on Legacy project, Sentosia. It is an exclusive cluster of 127 elegant duplex and qua- druplex condominium townhousing units along fast-developing Macapagal Avenue near the Manila Bay. Te project, which takes on an attractive neo-Singaporean theme, was launched last year 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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o matter how silly or trivial the question may seem, I’d ask Nright then and there if I don’t know. I won’t pretend to know something I don’t. Just don’t be afraid or embarrassed to say that you don’t know, and you will learn.

When Pineda is not on site visitation, he is engaged in marathon meetings - - with stakeholders, brokers, suppliers, and other members of his team. He counts himself lucky to be surrounded Pineda is on his third by people of impeccable credentials of Legacy Ventures. and integrity. He explains: “We are that he is now versed with practi- a young, dynamic organization of cally every aspect of professionals from diﬀerent ﬁelds. admits, though, that at the beginning, But we are all friends here. We discuss he groped with the technical side of and we listen to each other. Te good the business. He had to relationship has always been there. self-studying and fast-track his learn- Tat makes it a lot easier.” ing of basic architectural, engineering

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feature

Your dream job is just a click away

Grip Bueta takes a walk down Jobstreet and discovers how this young company is turning millions of dreams into productive and lucrative realities

THE POPULATION of the Philip- pines is estimated to hit the 90 million mark very soon. With this eventuality comes the ever-growing problems that plague our society – poverty, housing, food security, education, and employment. Surely, one of the areas that our government has to focus on is how to provide gainful employment to the thousands of new graduates each year. However, it’s not only the government’s problem. Civic groups, NGOs and various institu- tions have come up with numerous programs to address this concern. On the corporate side, companies like JobStreet.com are doing their fair share to give our youngsters a brighter future. JobStreet.com is the No. 1 Job Site in the Philippines and runs the lead- 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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feature

Te big BPO bubble If not for this pleasant phenomenon that hit our shores eight years ago, our unemployment statistics could be so much worse. Katrina Guevarra cursorily examines the industry that continues to provide gainful careers to thousands

BUSINESS PROCESS OUTSOURCING the BPO industry remains viable providers of employment at present. tion skills trainings, which take any- (BPO) is one of the latest trends in the eight years after its inception in the It has become, in fact, the fastest where from 50 to 100 hours. career industry. It involves contract- country. “While we are currently rec- growing industry in the Philippines. ly 60-80 % of the people being trained 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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cover story

Showcasing the art of condo living

Crown Asia continues to cultivate a balanced, healthy and active community life that fosters values and goodwill among homeowners as it builds the ideal haven for today’s breed of young, driven individuals 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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AS THE REAL ESTATE trade gets increasingly driven individuals as well as starting out competitive and the property market more families who give high premium on practical discriminating, developers are constrained purchases and intelligent investments. to come up with more than just superficial Ostensibly, the project’s location is its marketing gimmickry. o stay afloat, they biggest come-on. Situated at the corner of have to deliver absolutely smart innovations LP Leviste and San Agustin streets in Salcedo and offerings. Village in Makati City, he Gallery sits at the For Crown Asia, its sound corporate heart of a pulsating patch of workplaces and philosophy has enabled it to stand head leisure attractions. and shoulders above the growing pack of Just outside its borders a developers catering to the middle-income headquarters of leading local and multina- segment of the market. For over a decade tional companies. It is likewise surrounded now, the proud Vista Land & Lifescapes by a steadily growing number of offices that affiliate has not only built superb and stylish house burgeoning call centers and other homes for thousands of Filipino families, it business process outsourcing firms. has likewise stayed committed to cultivating Meanwhile, charming restaurants, trendy a balanced, healthy, and active community bars and quaint specialty shops speckle life that fosters values and goodwill among Salcedo Village’s side streets, affording he homeowners. Gallery residents a smorgasbord of fine As a result, Crown Asia has been able to recreational picks. On Saturdays, the famed 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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he high-rise masterpiece takes on which can be found on the seventh an urban and modern design marked floor, includes a fully-equipped gym by bold, clean lines. Only top-of-the- and fitness center, a good-sized infinity line construction materials such as pool, and multi-function rooms – all hardwood floors, as well as the latest for the exclusive use of its homeowners. textures and colors, are used. Moreover, a mini-theater is available he efficiently laid out living spaces, for private viewing and intimate which range from 25 sqm for the gatherings. one-bedroom suite to 200 sqm for the But arguably, the best part about three-bedroom unit, are characterized he Gallery is that it allows you to own by big, beautiful picture windows that a piece of prime property that puts open up to majestic skyline views. you in the midst of all the action, but Slated to be ready for occupancy by does not put you in a serious financial the last quarter of 2011, he Gallery dilemma. With packages that start at also boasts of amenities and activity P2.2 million and an array of flexible areas that are aligned with the updated financing schemes to choose from, he lifestyles of its intended residents. he Gallery truly becomes an affordable ground floor is dedicated to choice luxury. retail outlets such as coffee shops, bars, How Crown Asia manages to do that and restaurants. he amenities deck, is yet another work of art.

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dweller yeller

Oh, the nearness of work One of the advantages of living in a condo is that it puts you in the middle of everything: work, recreation and lifestyle. We ask some young condo denizens how being near their respective places of work makes everything a little bit easier and more comfortable. Let’s hear what they have to say

Jasmin Age: 28 Ivanna Sycamore ower, Mandaluyong Age:25 Cedar Mansion, Ortigas Center IT’S NOT ACTUALLY that near but done by our admin oﬃce, keeping since I work in Makati and my sister our area/environment clean due works in Ortigas, our place is in to janitorial services and also pest LIVING IN A CONDO near between making it convenient for control services, worrying about work’s the most convenient both of us. I would say that living in safety/security and in times of aspect in urban lifestyle. No a condo is convenient in the sense power interruption, there is a traﬃc hassle. Less costs — no that we don’t have to take care of generator. gas expense. paying utilities since everythig is

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I MADRID BRAZIL USA POLAND CHINA

All international real estate market in one place, Madrid.

From 8 to 12 April, SIMA The largest worldwide real estate exhibition.

http://ipp.simaexpo.com/aireec

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condo memo

ransferring condos within the CBD Before embracing the condo lifestyle,Oscar Benedict Contretras, Jr. lived most of his life in an exclusive subdivision in Pasig City. oday, this Product Manager for PHINMA Education Network cannot see himself living elsewhere

DURING THE LAST QUARTER of in our decision, we were pleased to the janitors -- had a ready smile and Property Management, Inc. – the 2006, our family of three (my wife, discover that the amenities of Salcedo hearty greetings of “Good morn- property management subsidiary of my then 4-year-old daughter, and I) Park were also quite impressive. Te ing!” or “Good evening!” Te staff MegaWorld. Tankfully, there have moved out of the Ayala-developed infinity pool at the 6th floor was by responded to our requests and solved been some improvements since then. and -managed Asia ower in Legaspi far one of the better condo pools we our problems with dispatch and ef- We are hopeful that First Oceanic Village. It was time to upsize from the had seen. ficiency. Residents were always kept will soon be able to provide us with 77-square meter, two-bedroom, two- But there were also trade-offs, if informed of any significant events and service at par with what we had been bathroom unit that my parents had you can call them that. Our old condo occurrences. Te common areas were used to in our old place. generously allowed us to use rent- free at Benavidez street was literally across kept meticulously clean. So there you have it, our quick story since my wife and I got married in the Greenbelt malls and for mall rats, What we first encountered in our of our pleasant and not so pleasant ex- 1999. it can’t get any more convenient than new home was an administration of- periences in transferring condos. In the 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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tips

Personalizing a new home

Your new home should reﬂect the kind of personality you have. Read how you can give your new house a touch of “you”

MOVING HOUSE is always traumatic. Te upheaval of packing boxes, carefully protecting your precious possessions and entrusting all to a removal company lorry is full of angst, but it all becomes worth it when you ﬁnally arrive at your new home. Or is it? As you stand in your new hallway and you love. ake a minute to look out your woodland scene with oranges and yellows, look around at the blank walls and bare old family photos. Get them scanned and or maybe use a seascape from your last ﬂoors as you walk through empty echo- printed properly and you will be amazed at summer holiday complete with the sun ing rooms or sit surrounded by boxes, how good they can look on your walls. shining on the water. the feeling of loss can be overpowering. If you really loved your old house then From the grottiest bedsit to the grandest Fortunately it doesn’t last long. Suddenly why not take a little of your old home with stately home; no matter where you move, it you will feel an overpowering urge to make you when you move? Carefully chosen im- won’t take long before you make the place the place your own. ages of your old neighborhood (and maybe your own, but always remember that you A new house is always sterile and char- your old neighbors!) will make a lasting can stamp your personality on a new home acterless; so it is about this time an average reminder of the good times you shared. simply by using personal pictures. Just use person starts thinking about color charts, If you are concerned that a simple your imagination and no matter what im- carpets and long conversations with deco- photograph may not look as sophisticated ages you choose your new home will soon rators and builders. It doesn’t generally take as you would like, then think again. Tese look absolutely fantastic. Enjoy! 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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It’s Señor at the helm of Genesis!

For long-time hotelier and Genesis president A one-bedroom suite of the plush A.Venue Miguel “Señor” Cerqueda, the Filipino has a distinct Hotel Suites located in the Antel Lifestyle brand of hospitality that deserves acclamation City in Makati Avenue, Makati City.

FOR A MAN OF HIS STATURE , Señor trait, Cerqueda surely knows how to Manila Hotel Corporation, where he Miguel G. Cerqueda surprisingly ﬁlls use it and further a Filipino brand of spent most of his years as a hotelier the room with a unique sense of ease hospitality. and where he occupied various key and composure. Tere is absolutely no Endeared to be “Te Señor” to positions, the last sign of the overbearing temperament his people, colleagues and friends, president and general manager until that usually characterizes men of Cerqueda has been in the hotel and 1999. He also previously held similar immense success, considering that hospitality business for more than distinguished functions in Inter- Cerqueda is considered one of the big 35 years, both locally and abroad. He Continental Hotels before he worked O A G N names, if not a pillar, in the hotel and is currently the president of Genesis for Te Manila Hotel in 1977. O Y A E A hospitality industry in the Philippines. Hotels and Resorts Corporation, “I felt it was a good time for me to M I E R E Perhaps the operative word here is a company that manages a chain go on my own,” Cerqueda says, while H C Y B hospitality. And as a person who has of hotels, resorts and full -serviced recounting how he worked for Te Y H P A R made quite a mark in an industry residential suites nationwide. His Manila Hotel for over 20 years. G O T O that peddles such an amiable human previous engagement was with Te But before we go into his current H P job as the top man provide you with a little background on Cerqueda and how, as a Spanish national, he had made the Philippines his home. 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Ping Regalado, hotel manager for the Astoria Plaza.

He said he was lured to the shores a cross between a condominium of the Philippines after he married residence unit and a hotel. Simply put, Christine Aguado, a Filipina. It was it has the characteristics of both a at this point that he started his long condominium residence and the fully- career as a hotelier. serviced hotel. In 1999, he went on his own and “A condotel has two of the main co-founded the Genesis chain of components of dwelling: first is the resi- hotels. At first glance it would seem dential aspect which is what you buy; that it is a bit of a deviation from his and the hotel component, which has previous employment as a hotelier, but the transient aspect,” Cerqueda says. Cerqueda assures that they are more In a condotel, the housekeeping is similar than different. provided for, including laundry and A condotel, he explains, is literally other services you wouldn’t find in an ordinary condo residence. Genesis provides the management for the A suite at One Tagaytay condotels it handles, including the Place in Tagaytay City, people and systems. Te company slated to open late 2008. currently manages properties that include the Astoria Plaza, the Regalia In fact, most of the people under But first, Genesis has to est ower Suites, Te Baguio Burnham him are Filipinos, including the good and solid local name that will be Suites and the A.Venue Hotel Suites managers in every condotel they the object of recognition. It has been in Makati which is slated to open handle. He says these are the same in existence for nearly nine years and this month. Genesis will also manage people he worked with in the past it has already created a niche in the some upcoming properties, such as and who have earned his trust and management of hotels, resorts and the One agaytay Place (set to open confidence because of the quality of condotels. He says currently, there are late 2008); the Antel Spa Residences work they provide. a few Filipino management companies (opening on the third quarter of ake for example Ping Regalado, engaged in providing condotel 2009); and Te Henry (also opening hotel manager for the Astoria Plaza. He to developers and owners, but he late 2008). Cerqueda says Genesis has says “Te Señor” is like a father to them, says, “I believe we are the just concluded another management who treats them with unqualified can offer more experience and more contract with Camarines Sur Gov. Elrey support and guidance. Of course most management know-how because Facade of the Baguio Burnham Suites located in Kisad Road Villafuerte for the CamSur Villas. fathers will employ discipline to erring of our deep understanding of the overlooking the famous He says condotels as an investment children, but that is but normal in a industry.” Burnham Park in Baguio City. is beginning to be appreciated more family, much more in a Filipino family. Cerqueda indeed has earned the because of an abundance in the market “He only wants what’s best for his right to flaunt experience as a key 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Real estate brokers are not created equal...

Condo.Com.Ph, Inc. associates have the better view of local property market and client needs.

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Vol. I No. 1 March 2008

Edited by John A. Concepcion

Earth+Style Nuvali Commonwealth Estates Rica Peralejo opens her door Basic bedroom decoration Choose the right sofa Set the mood with lighting 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Offering a new design approach Earth+Style is banking on a new design concept that will surely captivate the modern and traditional Filipino family’s values by building homes with different themes

EARTH+STYLE CORP. plans to implement group head. Zen architecture, presenting a sophisti- ment a new design approach that will Dayao explains that the Amanzaya cated and uncluttered set up for those provide a new level of modern home series continues the story of fusion that who desire a calm and peaceful abode; architecture for the families in Jubilation guided the development of Jubilation Sundara, on the other hand, embraces New Biñan. New Biñan, where one ﬁnds homes an exotic look highlighted with distinc- Dubbed the Amanzaya Home Series, that bring together the best elements of tive Asian elements in order to present the designs were inspired by the Filipi- Asian culture. a more grandiose living space for the no’s quest for harmony and happiness. “With the Amanzaya home series, family; Anika features a contemporary 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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the accent in each design, giving a cer- fabricated and prepainted to make them tain degree of mystique, sophistication more resistant to wear and tear. The and drama to the house series. doors are also protected with chemi- “We designed for the future, ensur- cally treated brackets and even feature ing that each house is structurally sound a warranty to guarantee quality and du- and using materials that are able to rability. withstand the test of time. We want to The windows have steel casements create homes where people will grow that help protect them from the ele- 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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A life free of worries Learn how a maverick realty company has lasted for decades providing stylish but affordable homes in the Queen City of the South

CEBUANOS ARE KNOWN as a frugal Peace of mind that when one final- phy of giving every client that value mid-end market and with the quality lot, always demanding value for their ly decides to buy a Commonwealth of peace of mind. of a Commonwealth Estate. money’s worth. Companies could Estate unit, worries of whether the Together with its sister company, Gaining the market’s trust after splurge on marketing and advertising structure will crack or not, or wheth- Primary Structures, which itself is a years of successful projects, Com- to hype their products but if Cebua- er the family will have security in homegrown heavyweight in the con- monwealth Estate has also given back nos don’t find value in it, it will never the premises, or even whether when struction industry —CEI builds every to the community by developing La stay long in the Cebuano market. On the property is eventually sold if it project using only the most advanced Montaña Homes. La Montaña is the the other hand, even if one just relies will gain economic value, will all be construction technology and offering company’s corporate social responsi- on word-of-mouth marketing, if the erased. it to the market with the most inno- bility project designed to give every product has value, it will sell like hot “A life free of worries with a com- vative financing to make it easy for blue collared Cebuano the chance to pan de sal. fortable and secure home and neigh- the middle class Cebuano to own a own affordable and quality homes. And that’s exactly what has kept borhood is the kind of lifestyle that house. With a string of residential subdi- Cebu-based Commonwealth Estate, we give, as we all want the best for Being a homegrown company visions and condominiums, from the Inc. (CEI) going through the years. our families,” intimates Steve Liu, gives Commonwealth Estate the ad- very first of the Villa Del Rio series to Having been in the property develop- President of Commonwealth Estate, vantage of understanding better the its new projects as the Brookfield Sub- ment business for almost two decades as their motivation in every project Cebuano market. And in keeping in division, the Collinwood and 188 Sun- now, Commonwealth has learned the company undertakes. step with the changing landscape of flower Drive, Commonwealth Estate more than a thing or two about what A simple testament to this is the re- Cebu, Commonwealth Estate is com- has evolved to be a formidable name Cebuanos want in looking for a place peat purchases of several CEI home- ing up with a new and affordable in the property developme they can call home. owners. Some buyers acquire as many mid-end condominium project, the in Cebu, developing not only quality A holistic approach on a whole range as six units in different CEI deve-lop- Woodcrest Residences. homes but well-planned and respon- of considerations that goes in the bu- ments to either be one’s home, or be Soon to be launched Woodcrest sibly managed communities. ying of a house like structural sound- rented out, or just acquired as a real will be a nine-storey residential con- ness, aesthetics, site security, amenities property investment. dominium community that will rise available, on-time delivery of the unit, This Cebu-based property devel- in the Guadalupe area, just minutes For more information, call Global and future resale, are all the order of oper has continuously led the pack in from the heart of Cebu City. The new Pinoy: Philippines +639285002391, business at Commonwealth. After con- the mid-end market segment despite development will carry the amenities +6328123333 USA +17025537303, sidering these, the buyer should gain the entry of Manila-based develop- of a high-end condominium project +17025255772 www.globalpinoy.ph the value of peace of mind. ers, owing to their business philoso- but will be affordable for the growing [email protected] 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Living, loving green Celebrate life, nature and technology all at once in this unique development that will soon rise in the country’s next modern metropolis 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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COMBINING ENVIRONMENTAL sustainability with economic productivity, Avida Settings Nuvali promises families greener living at a rising metropolis. Nestled within the 1,600 hectare development envisioned to be the country’s next modern metropolis, Avida Settings Nuvali offers residents the chance of a revived life with a landscape of natural beauty at their doorstep. replace concrete roads. Birds chirping replace the scenic but will be used for irrigation and water re- Inspired by the concept of Evoliving (defined as drone of the engine. Tall trees replace skyscrap- cycling, they can enjoy al-fresco dining or have a the seamless weaving of life, nature and technol- ers. This place--where life is relived and revived--is cup of coffee while surfing the net via a wireless ogy), Avida Settings Nuvali offers unique, earth- what we are celebrating today. This is Avida Settings access point. friendly features and amenities. Homes are not only Nuvali,” said President of Avida Land, Leo Monte- With clean surroundings and environmentally- models of modern design but of sustainable living, negro, during the launch of Avida Settings Nuvali. friendly designs, Avida Settings Nuvali ensures as evident in the use of double piping systems to use And while residents enjoy the benefits of being the health and overall well-being of residents and recycled water, among other design innovations. in touch with mother nature, Avida Settings Nuvali their families. It also gives them peace of mind Apart from its design principle of dedicating at is also conveniently close to the urban pulse. Nes- with its tight 24-hour security and efficient village least 45% of the development to open spaces, chil- tled within the South’s picturesque surroundings, management. dren are provided more room to play outdoors with it is approximately 15 minutes from the Sta. Rosa This worry-free promise also extends to their the Avida-exclusive green ribbon neighborhood exit, 30 minutes from Alabang, and 50 minutes from buying experience. Avida Setting Nuvali homes pattern that gives them access to a large garden via Makati. Shuttle services are also available, both in are not only affordable – easy and flexible payment their own backyards. Jogging paths, tree-lined pe- and outside of the Nuvali community, so commut- schemes and dedicated customer hotline are also destrian lanes and bike trails encourages healthier ing is not a problem. available to address all their concerns. living, while reducing emissions from use of motor There’s also plenty to do within Nuvali itself. The serenity of nature contained within a bus- vehicles. Aside from BPO office buildings in a campus settling metropolis--Avida Settings Nuvali has the right “Avida believes that living with nature revives ting, residents can hop on the water taxi to go to formula to revive the spirit, rejuvenate the body and your life. Imagine a place where carpets of grass the retail center Overlooking a lake that is not only give new meaning to sure and secure living. 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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return to the academe was not exactly Home is the prompted by the romantic notion of having to “obtain a college diploma no matter what.” Rather, it i fuelled it. She says, “If I am to do what I want reluctant star to do, I should be able to know how to write. It is a tool for me, Rica Peralejo opens her door —and her heart —and candidly equipped.” shares stories about new passions and old dreams. Arnold A. She knows she will eventually re- connect full-time with the industry, Altamira listens in and writes but mostly on a different capacity. Photography by Godwin Nerona She envisions doing documentaries and perhaps indie wise keen on setting up her own ed- WHILE AN UNENDING STREAM of Rica further clarifies that her reason Coming from someone who has iting house. “I want to maximize the hopefuls jostle and claw their way just for leaving is not burnout. She may not spent more than half her life under experience and the knowledge I have to be at the doorstep of the glitzy and be as energetic and bubbly as she was glaring lights and probing eyes, such gained and integrate it with what I’m glamorous world of show business, ac- when she started out as one of the pre - assessment can be seen as somewhat training for at present. tress Rica Peralejo – at least for the mo- cocious pre-teens in Ang TV, but she belated. Then again, “belated” is more behind the scenes… the creative ment – has decided to quietly slip out definitely still has what it takes to cope something she does not particularly facets.” the backdoor. with the physical demands. mind being. For now, she builds the foundation Not that offers have become scarce “I’m not tired, I’m really just an in- At 26, Rica has decided to go back to as she buries herself into her books or projects have become less finan- trovert,” she confesses. “I usually lock school. She is now on her second se- and pounds away on her computer cially enticing. Far from that. The up in my room and go out only when mester as a full time student at Ateneo keyboard, hoping to one day make a decision was a result of thorough self- needed or when I want to, which is where she takes up creative writing more meaningful difference in an in- assessment that brought forth a rather rare. And that is not a characteristic and where she gamely interacts with dustry that, though far from perfect, is simplistic epiphany. of an artista.” classmates ten years her junior. Her one that will always be dear to “I finally realized I wasn’t cut out to be a celebrity,” Rica shares. “I am an actress, yes, but I am not a star. Being a star with all the expectations attached to it is a part I just can not play right.” Well, to be accurate, she is not totally removed from the business as she still has a hosting stint in the morning show, Umagang Kay Ganda. But un- dertakings as this, which she totally loves doing and absolutely desires, are about the only ones she will accept in a heartbeat. She admits, though, that there will be some other projects or endorse- ments she might consider doing once in a while. “Of course I also have to earn,” she says. 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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A new “old” home And it is in bringing friends over shower and bath with walk-in closet on Siblings settling down and an aunt and entertaining them that had her the other. And she boasts that she per- migrating ushered in a rigodon in the finally appreciate and acknowledge sonally takes care of the upkeep. Peralejo household. As a result, Rica entitlement to the house. “Before, I Aside from the new house, Rica found herself “gifted” by her mom used to still sleep in my mom’s room, has also invested in two condominium with their old house that she has trans- which by the way is in the house units. She says she intends to sell or formed into one that is now truly her just beside this one, even when I al- rent them out eventually. If time per- own. “I sought the help of a designer ready had this,” she explains. “But mits, she is also looking into engaging friend, but most of this is me,” she ever since I’ve started having guests in business ventures that involve things proudly declares. around and serving them, I was like, she is crazy about. “A coffee house Her three-bedroom abode, which hey, this is me… this is now really my maybe…or perhaps hand-made bags,” took almost a year to spruce up, is a own place!” she says. “I don’t know yet. I’m bad at it. “I feel I am making very sound deci- charming confluence of personal taste Undoubtedly, in love is what Rica is handling money so that is what I’d like sions about life ri and family heritage. Vivid colors and with her new home. “I can spend a to work on first.” achieved a state of calm and balance clean lines are pleasantly enhanced by week just cooped inside and wouldn’t Also on her to-do list this year is to fi- and happiness that I’ve never experi- naturally bright and airy interiors. An- notice the time.” nally be able to drive around the city by enced before. I attribute all th tiques and vintage pieces are casually That is not hard to imagine as her co- herself, join a mountaineering club, and hero, Jesus Christ,” she says. strewn all over the house. coon – her hypnotically relaxing bed- go out on more diving expeditions. And such is Rica Peralajo’s new life. “The grandfather clock, the vintage room – is snuggled in a cozy continuum Whatever she decides, or if she does She may have stepped away from the stovetop, the century-old rocking chair that has an amply equipped entertain- resolve to take on all of them at the spotlight and shunned stardo at the corner, and some other old stuff ment room on one end, and a spacious same time, she believes she can hack the girl has not stopped shining. – I got them either from my mom or my lola,” she says. “The rest, I have accumulated over the years during my travels in and out of the country.” She adds, “I never realized I was drawn to antiques and vintage items that much until I was putting the house together and discovered how plenty I have of them. I guess I’m an old soul.” The absolute scene-stealer, however, 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Basic guidelines for bedroom decoration The bedroom is the most personal of places in your house. Make sure you decorate it properly

YOUR BEDROOM IS the perfect place to as that could make the bedroom look chaotic a huge bed dominating a tiny room will look relax and rest. This is your personal space and crowded. awkward. Another important thing about any where you hope to rejuvenate after a long While you are decorating your bedroom, bed will be the comfort quotient. If and tiring day of work. A good night’s sleep you must pay attention to the kind of sur- fancy bed with lots of intricate work but real- can provide the perfect rejuvenation for an roundings you like. If you like a playful en- ize that it is not very conducive to sleep on, enthusiastic beginning the next day. Thus, no vironment, you can buy bright and colorful you will be sorely disappointed. Always buy effort must be spared while decorating your contemporary bedroom furniture. You could beds that are of the right size for your body. bedroom. also use wall colors that are zestful and mood Beds that are too small can invite leg and The ﬁrst thing to remember while decorat- lifting. Pinks, light blues and whites are pe- back pains. ing your bedroom is the ambience and mood rennial favorites of younger people. More A dressing table in a bedroom depends 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Sofas are back in style Any way you look at it, the sofa will remain the centerpiece of your living room. So why not take your sweet time choosing the right one?

WHEN YOU PURCHASE furniture and aesthetics of a house. Your sofa down to the very last details: color, al sofa (three or four seats); a faint- for your house, you should care- choice should depend on the space style, texture, material, practical- ing sofa or couch (which is usually

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home hints Interior decoration with exclusive lighting designs And let there be light. Find out how the right lighting can give your home the perfect ambiance and even set the right mood

WHEN REMODELING and decorat- intensity is very variable. Te time of over the sink or over the mirror in the A lamp should be placed behind a ing, we usually look for furniture, paint, the day, the season or the weather bathroom. ask lighting should always reader’s shoulder. Lamps are also carpets and decorative items such as all influence natural light. o control be glare free to make the task easier perfect to brighten up dark corners pictures. However, the lighting can have the quantity of natural light, different without straining the eyes. Aestheti- in rooms. And of course, decorative a big impact on the overall look of a types of glass or curtains can be used. cally, the lighting gives an ambiance to lampshades on corner end tables and room. Te lighting design can evoke Diffusion and reflection are great ways the space. For creating an ambience, bedside tables enhance the ambiance the right mood or ambiance of a space. to control this free light source. A good environment lights are used in ceiling and bring attention to a specific area With careful design and planning for idea is to find the wall that received di- corners or along the sides of the room. of the room. Te style of the the type, color and hue of the lighting, rect light from the sun and paint it in a Te intensity and color of the lights are will add to your interior decoration, the room can be given a different ambi- bright color. Te reflected light creates important for the ambiance. For ‘mood’ whether turned on or off. ance. Te right lighting can set a mood, an ambiance in the room. Te surface lighting, it is very important that the Lighting is just as important in improve productivity and contribute of the wall can control the diffusion of source of the light is hidden. interior design as the colors or the style to people’s sense of well-being. It can the light; rough surfaces have different With a few lighting design ideas, you of furniture and accessories. Your entire transform unappealing spaces into effects than smooth surfaces. can change the visible appearance of a work in decoration can be ruined at desirable ones. Bright rooms give a posi- Artificial lighting can be any kind room and make it look larger or smaller. once by poor lighting. But carefully tive and optimistic feeling, while darker of lamp. Tis light source can be Rooms with high ceilings can get a planned lighting will greatly enhance rooms are more intimate and romantic. controlled in every aspect; intensity, cozier radiance by using lighting that is the best details in your design. Research had proven that light can color, and the area of spreading. o get lower than the ceiling. Te light should Michiel Van Kets is a Belgian designer make a big difference in how we feel. the desired effects in a room, the best not escape beyond the height of the for unique lightings .Each of his lighting Good lighting design will not make idea is to use a combination of different source. Use a lampshade that directs the fixtures is individually crafted by hand you frustrated in the kitchen when you types of artificial lighting. Ambience light downwards. Te other way around, with high demand of standards. He also are not able to see what you are doing. lighting is to lighten the whole room by using lighting pointed at the ceiling, designs exclusive lightings for those And it will stop the arguments in the and give a certain ‘mood’ to the space. rooms appear to be higher. customers who desire lamps that are bedroom over whose turn it is to get Accent lighting is used to illuminate Standing lamps and table lamps one of a kind. up to switch out the light. Instead, you certain aspects or details of the interior work great for specific purposes and should be able to transform a room decoration, as sculptures, pictures or lighten up only an area of the room. Article source: http://www.ArticleBiz.com from a bright, vibrant living space to the display shelves. setting for a romantic dinner for two. Lighting could be functional or aes- Natural lighting is the light from thetic. Functionally, the lighting needs the sun that comes through windows to be correct for the intended purpose. and doors. Direct sunlight is a healthy A great example of functional lighting source of light, but the brightness and is task lighting: lamps for reading, lights 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Loving urban living Discover the essentials of a truly complete urban residential lifestyle as put together by one of the country’s realty development primemovers

TODAY’S URBAN finishes, and building LIVING options are accents. becoming much more Oomph: Tere is attractive for the also an added “oomph” young and mobile pro- to experience, with the fessional seeking his/ resort-style living where her first condo home. life’s precious moments With the homeown- can be savored with er’s active lifestyle, a gusto. condo home should At Sycamore ower, present easy access pleasure is at the dis- to business, service, pense of every hom- leisure and recreation eowner, through a wide venues while preserv- variety of amenities that ing privacy and peace the whole family can within the confines of enjoy. oddlers can bask the building. freely at the indoor play- One of the ground or children’s pool; outstanding projects while young adults can to offer such lifestyle while away time enjoying is Sycamore ower the audio-video room, at Dansalan Gardens adult pool, billiards, table Condominiums in tennis, basketball, gym, Mandaluyong City. and dart board facilities. also features impressive condo facili- Here, residents are Adults will surely appreci- ties, including individual unit’s drying treated to a “Sycamori- ate the peace and quiet of area at the roof deck, four levels of an” urban living lifestyle the landscaped gardens, basement parking, three high-speed that takes into account koi ponds, gazebo, and passenger elevators, automatic fire the essential needs Resident’s Lounge areas, sprinkler system, ample water supply, and wants of today’s where they can de-stress and space for commercial areas. homeowners through a after long hours at the All units, except the one-bedroom, unique blend of utility office. come with balcony and 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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La Salle Greenhills, and Xavier School. ransportation facilities such as MR and bus stops are also accessible. Because it is built by the country’s only triple A builder/developer, home buyers are assured of a high quality, safe home in a fully-serviced resort-like community managed by a professional team. 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Steadily moving up Having proven its mettle in the mid-rise condo segment, PHINMA Properties now boldly and aggressively ventures into high-rise development

REAL�ESTATE developer PHINMA Properties one of the leading names in affordable medium-rise condominiums, reiterates its commitment to making city living much easier with the opening of the second phase of its Fountain Breeze property located at the heart of Sucat in Parañaque City. Located just 30 minutes from the Makati Central Business District and a mere 15 minutes from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Fountain Breeze promises to invigorate everyone’s senses in terms of pure lifestyle living bliss and harmony. 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Te joys of loft living and shopping

CONDOMINIUMS have become the Live, shop and dine conveniently and comfortably Making urban lifestyle preferred home of today’s urbanites, truly satisfying is when it with the all-loft condominium building that sits in the is experienced by living particularly professionals. Te appeal of in a loft located within a these self-contained residential build- midst of one of Metro Manila’s favorite shopping and shopping destination. ings continues to grow as its amenities and design evolve to suit the varying entertainment destinations tastes of individuals. Making urban lifestyle truly gratifying Pasig and Quezon cities. Southwest tion of furnishings and, therefore, is when it is experienced living in a loft in the Mandaluyong City side are easier movement of occupants. By also located within a shopping destination. Te Podium, St. Francis Square, SM allowing better furniture arrangement Te beauty of the loft combined with Megamall, Shangri-La Plaza and in the main floor, the interior design the convenience and ambience of nearby Starmall. Metrowalk in the west, the already complemented by the loft can shopping malls produce that unmistake- newest entertainment spot in Pasig, be enhanced. able cosmopolitan feeling. However, loft complements good daytime shop- Each loft unit is complete. Floors living in a place hosting one mall is differ- ping with a fun-filled nightlife. are tiled and in wood finish. Walls 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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tech Cutting through the competition

ON AVERAGE, a person changes phones almost once a year, some gunning for every new product that comes out. But from all the phone juggling, the Motorola RAZR2 phone makes you drop the rest into the pavement. Not only is the RAZR2 innovative with its new features like being able to reply to text messages without opening the unit, it mag- niﬁes other components 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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music Not your one-hit-wonder woman BEING A DAUGHTER to musician parents, embracing summer way early but I’m just it is not too surprising that Colbie Caillat being positive here. Tis new artist has the landed herself a musical career. Coco is her potential and it would be unfortunate if she first recording album and she made it big in only made it to the one-hit-wonder’s list. the online realm, topping sales in the online -Brian Andrew music stores. Her only released breakthrough single, “Bub- bly” went to op 10 charts everywhere but books sadly enough, that was the only single she had ever released so far. A poet’s It’s a shame because the rest of the tracks in the album sound troubled life much better than the sole single. My favorite MANY TIMES over, a writer contemplates on his life. track, “Oxygen” is wor- How much he’ll earn with his one promising work or thy of its title, having a maybe what to look at on a sunny Sunday morning as refreshing feeling to it. he veers out the window. Collins’ work thrives on the But frankly, the latter simplicity of life and squeezes out the poems in little part of the tracks are things and common situations. Arguably straying from a little typical and his poetic direction from his previous years, boring to listen to With Poetry tends to reach out to the reader more than but then, it fits the just present an idea to the one who op soothing mood of the Definitely a patch of poetry one would expect from the summer tune. Hey, I’m poet laureate of the U.S.

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cars Te people’s car

MR. RATAN N. TATA, chairman of Stylish, the ata Group and ata Motors, comfortable recently unveiled the ata Nano, Te People’s Car, designed with the People’s Car from ata Motors a family in mind, has a roomy that India and the world have been passenger compartment with looking forward to. A development generous leg space and head which signifies a first for the global room. It can comfortably seat four automobile industry, the People’s persons. Four doors with high Car brings the comfort and safety of seating position make ingress and a car within the reach of thousands egress easy. of families. Te People’s Car will be Yet with a length of 3.1 meters, launched in India later in 2008. width of 1.5 meters and height of Speaking at the unveiling cer- 1.6 meters, with adequate ground emony at the 9th Auto Expo in New clearance, it can effortlessly Delhi, Mr. ata said, “I observed maneuver on busy roads in cities families riding on two-wheelers – the as well as in rural areas. Its mono- tion gasoline engine. Tis is the first such as crumple zones, intrusion-re- father driving the scooter, his young volume design, with wheels at the time that a two-cylinder gasoline sistant doors, seat belts, strong seats kid standing in front of him, his wife corners and the power train at the engine is being used in a car with and anchorages, and the seated behind him holding a little rear, enables it to uniquely combine single balancer shaft. Te lean design glass bonded to the body. ubeless baby. It led me to wonder whether both space and maneuverability, strategy has helped minimize weight, tires further enhance safety. one could conceive of a safe, afford- which will set a new benchmark which helps maximize performance able, all-weather form of transport among small cars. per unit of energy consumed and Environment-friendly for such a family. ata Motors’ engi- When launched, the car will delivers high fuel efficiency. Perfor- Te People’s Car’s tailpipe emis- neers and designers gave their all for be available in both standard and mance is controlled by a spe cially sion performance exceeds regulatory about four years to realize this goal. deluxe versions. Both versions will designed electronic engine manage- requirements. In terms of “oday, we indeed have a People’s offer a wide range of body colors, ment system. pollutants, it has Car, which is affordable and yet and other accessories so that the car level than two-wheelers being manu- built to meet safety requirements can be customized to an individual’s Meets all safety factured in India today. Te high fuel and emission norms and to be fuel preferences. requirements efficiency also ensures that the car efficient. We are happy to present Te People’s Car’s safety perfor- has low carbon dioxide emissions, the People’s Car and we hope it Fuel-efficient engine mance exceeds current regulatory thereby providing the twin benefits brings the joy, pride and utility of Te People’s Car has a rear-wheel requirements. With an all sheet- of an affordable transportation solu- owning a car to many families who drive, all-aluminum, t wo-cylinder, metal body, it has a strong passenger tion with a low c need personal mobility.” 623 cc, 33 PS, multipoint fuel injec- compartment, with safety features

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watches Oris and Carlos Coste ORIS HAVE AGREED an extension have. Luckily for me Oris watches are to our sponsorship deal with World not only stylish –they’re also ﬁt for Champion Venezuelan freediver professionals.” Carlos Coste. Carlos trains all year round to pre- Having fully recovered from pare for competitions and credits his injury in 2006 Carlos has an ambitious positive mental attitude and supreme competitive programme for 2008. mental strength for his success so far. Tis year he hopes to maintain his A visibly impressed Ulrich Herzog, 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Aiming for design excellence For topnotch interior designer and new Condo Central design columnist Jigs Ranada Adefuin , a nose for innovation and an incessant appetite for new knowledge

INTERIOR DESIGNERS belong to a deemed it necessary to introduce our As a young interior designer, Ad- “Always aim for design excellence,” different category of professionals. For new design columnist, a relatively efuin took a job at the Nardy Aquino he said, “as this will make or break you one, the profession is not for every young but vibrant Adefuin. Interior Design Studio, where he in this profession.” om, Dick or Harry; you’d have to be As a successful interior designer stayed for about four years. He then Tis is especially true because truly gifted in order to make it big in running his own firm, we can safely moved on to Ethan Allen Home Interi- interior designers are akin to artists this vocation. It gives you a fleeting say that Adefuin has made his mark ors where he stayed the longest at six such as painters. Te requirements for 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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advertorial Approximating zero waste Greening eﬀorts get a boost with this complete and compact high-speed water treatment system that converts biodegradable waste into organic fertilizer and clean water

IN THIS AGE of technology, scien- “Superbio addresses the press- parts of the world. of garbage to biofertilizer and clean tiﬁc inventions are aplenty. ing issue of biological conversion of Superbio maintains the clean en- water; 2) high-speed decomposi- Te conversion of trees to writing organic wastes into re-usable end vironment of the Lotte supermarket tion in 24 hours and use of patented paper chronicled human history in products, using a series of patented chain and condo complexes in Ko- devices and microorganisms; 3) en- compressed form. Computer micro- and unmatched technology.” rea. It can also be found in Fairway vironment solid waste chips further compressed knowledge Te key ingredient of Superbio market chain and restaurants in New solution in compliance with the law; and information. Superbio com- is the use of microorganisms called York and Albertson’s in Manhattan. 4) social and lifestyle upgrade in presses tons of human garbage to actinomycetes which, together with Evidently a world-class product, sanitation, safety and home or work produce water and fertilizer. other aerobic microbes, are mixed in Superbio will soon be distributed in conditions; 5) health and hygiene If the gunpowder launched wars optimal proportion to induce high- various parts of the globe to realize safeguards from minimized costs for 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Moving to a new place? Here are some hot tips

But back to the topic, here are achieve and you are starting to buy could actually use for sitting and not some tips on how to transform your the things you need for your new just as a conversational piece. drab place into a remarkable space! home, make sure that everything is in proportion to everything that you COLOR SCHEME. Choosing color is STORAGE. Make sure you have put in the space. For me, everything so much fun and exciting! When de- enough storage space for all your is about proportion. For example, ciding on color, you should always ask things (and the things you’ll have). the sofa set should be proportioned yourself the reasons you chose a spe- Remember, a lot of cabinet spaces with the space of the living room. cific color as well as the effects you in a room are better than a spa- Te coffee table and the end tables want for the specific color that you cious room without provisions for a should be in proportion with the chose. When you have established closet or storage. sofa set, then the lamps should be in the color that you want for a certain proportion with the end tables. And room, ask yourself again whether you MOTIF. You’re totally clueless about the list goes on. want another color to go with the interior design yet you want to have first color or how many other colors I-design a picturesque home? It’s best to COMFORT. Do not compromise you want to go with the first choice plan carefully right from the start. comfort when choosing your mat- of color. Remember, whatever color Jigs Ranada It would take a little research and tresses, chairs and the sofas. Make you choose, additional colors should Adefuin, PIID it’s important to know what you sure they are to your liking. Always always complement and/or blend 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Understanding condo contracts

IN BUYING a condominium unit, the inherently in all contracts. It is better with insuﬃcient water may not be a point of litigation is most often not though to ask the seller about your legal issue but, more importantly, it is on what is provided in the contract, right to rescind as it may have impli- one of convenience. Inspect as much but on the circumstances involved in cations that are already covered in as you can the construction of the Legal the transaction. Te contract itself is the contract. unit as well as the blu legally worded in such terms as may Be conscious of the reputation need be, consult an architect or an Options appear fair to both parties. of the developer and the contrac- engineer. Do request however from the tor. Check the title of the property Do not completely trust the agent Atty. Edwin Calica seller to fully explain (a) the terms of for adverse claims, mortgages and of the seller. You may chance upon Cacayorin, Jr. 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Multiple Meaning Ariel N. Valerio

Blending of forms

THE POST�MODERN , post-struc-c- ings themselves. One architect even convergence of the human spirit.” is not just a piece of poetr turalist, or post-colonial period went as far as dotting a subdivision Te fast-pt-paced development in ting that can be framed and hung on (depending on the reader’s interpre- with individual houses that look like information technology provides the one’s wall but the wellspring of one’s tation of periodization) we live in spaceships. Te architectural design “universal convergence” where con- humanity. is now dominated by tendencies in was called futuristic, owing perhaps trasting and even opposing views c anan But what, after all, is the Age of Aquarius – earth-bound, to the popular film Extra errestrial be found in the information highway An existentialist may say that it is the spiritual, feminine. (E..), but properly belongs now to and wars can be waged in the human endless opening and closing of doors Tis is perhaps the reason behind the category of “art-chitecture.”” mind instead of the geographic ter- in a never-ending hallway. A material- the recent blending of forms in the From mixed media and installa- ritories. ist, on the other hand, may claim coined phrase “art“art-chitecture” that tion art to art deco and futuristic Tese almost invisible microchips that one’s humanity is what produces emphasizes art in the emergent designs, the current trend in design is are crossing the boundaries of class, and reproduces the human being and edifices flowering all over the Philip- lined with earth-bound, spiritual and gender and ethnicity in an invincible his environs. pines. feminine desires. manner though not necessarily Te key words are “hu” and “man” A quick look at online data reveals A practitioner of this concept unregulated process. In fact, both where “hu” is being defined lately that the concept of “art-chitecture” defines his vocation, thus: “Artchi- search engine giants Yahoo and by practitioners of meditation as dates back to the early ‘80s but uti- tecture is based in the new valu- Google were recently penalized by utterance that unifies an 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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e mania Condo Café in the Renne Isidro city

TWO DECADES back, condominiums were visible only in the Makati and Manila Bay areas. Over the last decade, we experienced the rapid development of Fort Bonifacio, Rockwell, Ortigas and North Edsa. More recently, we have seen condominiums rising all over the metropolis; from Valenzuela City to the North, Las Piñas to the South, the next decade, condo living will be •• Make sure you invest in a project Mismanaged condominiums end and E. Rodriguez to the East. the new lifestyle. Urban dwellers will from a reputable developer. Do not up with unlighted areas with Condominiums are now designed soon say goodbye to these postw arar be taken away by the lavish proper- security. as total communities with access to apartments and dormitories. ties and audio visuals presented to malls, churches, schools, and offices. So when is the best time to buy? you. ake time out and research the •• Check the stage of Tey even designed resort amenities Now is the best time to buy when capacity of the developer or even the and completion date of the project. complete with wellness spa and all you could still get the best location marketing arm. I remember a friend who the facilities that you need in your possible. a condo so when his son goes daily life. And what do we expect toto But before you hand over your •• Make sure you can afford and lege, he will have a place to stay have in the next three to five years? hard earned money for your condo sustain the unit you will get. Tere the school and the location is also Te rise of condominium cities investment, let me share with you a are so many properties that are inin near the central business district. 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Crossing the coasts with dreams

THE SNOW by the window pane Nevada. Arizona. California. I am edge and skills on real estate sales melts and reveals a panorama of about to cross half of the world in a in a foreign land. Tere are cultural the land of milk and honey that so year’s time. Tat in itself ought to be boundaries. Tis early I am already be- many Filipinos want to see. But I just a personal milestone. But I have to ginning to feel the culture shock that sigh with relief that I’m finally here spread the word among all Filipinos in often comes with a sudden change in in New York, ready to proceed with the US that everywhere in the Philip- environment. But with my teammates e Global the roadshow as scheduled. Despite pines, decent dwellings are abloom around, I hope to go through business the heater inside the hotel room, I like mushrooms. smoothly. And come back to the Phil- Pinoy feel cold but sweating with the sales ough job. I hear my teammates ippines with smiles on our faces. Daniel R. dela Cruz prospects. say. But we all share the same dream. Major real estate developers have I fix my overcoat and lean on the It is within our reach. I can feel it in my entrusted us a portion of their sales window sill. I think of my office in guts. I can feel it in the air. I can see efforts by sponsoring this real estate 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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OneL egaspiP ark 1 Fullyfu rnished 60.25s q.m. 1 GreenbeltP arkplace Studio Fullyf urnished 36s q.m. 0 Frabella 2 Fullyfu rnished 169sq .m. 0

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E G A C E N P E E P H I S F Y I S N G L T T N K I T A I R Z E R N U N F U S I P A R E Malate, Manila PaciﬁcR egency 1 Unfurnished 46sq .m. 0 P15,000/month

PopularP laceC ondominium 2 Unfurnished 57s q.m. 1 P16,500/month PopularP laceC ondominium 2 Unfurnished 57s q.m. 1 P16,500/month PopularP laceC ondominium 2 Unfurnished 57s q.m. 1 P16,500/month

BurgundyT ranspaciﬁc 1 Unfurnished 25s q.m. 0 P13,500/month

BurgundyT ranspaciﬁc 1 Unfurnished 28s q.m. 0 P13,500/month OneW ilsonP lace 2 Unfurnished 102sq .m. 1 P24,000/month

Mandaluyong City/ Pasig MayﬁeldP arkR esidences 2 Unfurnished 48s q.m. 1 P20,000/month EastO rtigasM ansions 2 Semi-furnished 80s q.m. 1 P15,000/month ParcRo yale 1 Fullyfu rnished 60sq .m. 0 P35,000/month

CaliforniaG ardenS quare 2 Fullyf urnished 60s q.m. 0 P16,000/month CaliforniaG ardenS quare 2 Fullyf urnished 60s q.m. 0 P35,000/month

CaliforniaG ardenS quare 2 Semi-furnished 57.5s q.m. 0 P14,000/month

Quezon City NovalesaM illeniumB ldg. Studio Semi-furnished 30.53s q.m. 0 P16,000/month

SpazioB ernardo Studio Semi-furnished 33s q.m. 0 P6,000/month

OneO rchardR oad 2 Fullyfu rnished 73sq .m. 1 P50,000/month GrandE astwoodP alazzo 2 Unfurnished 73s q.m. 1 P35,000/month PrinceD avidC ondominium 2 Semi-furnished 82s q.m. 0 P25,000/month

Tropical manda rin 2 Fully furni shed 146 sq.m. 1 P50,000 /month

Tropical manda rin 1 Fully furni shed 1 P45,000/m onth

Salcedo Village, Makati SalcedoPa rk 2 Unfurnished 179sq .m. 2 P70,000/month

SplendidoG ardens 3 Unfurnished 279sq .m. 0 P120,000/month GrandT owerC ondo 2 Fullyfu rnished 155s q.m. 0 P75,000/month

GrandT owerC ondo 2 Fullyfu rnished 155s q.m. 0 P75,000/month GrandT owerC ondo 2 Fullyfu rnished 155s q.m. 0 P75,000/month The Peak 1 Fully furni shed 67 sq.m. 0 P27,000/month

AntelP latinum 1 Fullyfu rnished 50sq .m. 0 P30,000/month

Pasong Tamo/ Dela Rosa/ Ayala Ave./ Rockefeller, Makati OrientalG ardensL otusT ower Studio Fullyf urnished 37s q m 0 P25 000/month 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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G E N P H I Y I S T T N I R Z E U N F U S I P A Baguio City/ Cebu City e The Zone V ill 2 Fully furn ished 149 sq.m. 1 l The Zone V ill 2 Fully furn ished 43 sq.m. 1 aWinlandTo wers 2 Unfurnished 80sq .m. 0 Bonifacio Global City sForbeswoodH eights 1 Unfurnished 48sq .m. 1 ForbeswoodH eights 3 Fullyfu rnished 155s q.m. 1

ForbeswoodH eights 2 Unfurnished 85sq .m. 1 rKensington 2 Bare 65.79sq .m. 1 SerendraD istrict1 2 Semi-furnished 134s q.m. 2 Two Serendra 2 Unfurnis hed 73 sq.m. 1 oSerendra2 1 Unfurnished 60sq .m. 0 ForbeswoodH eights 1 Unfurnished 48sq .m. 0 FSoutho fM arket 1 Fullyfu rnished 36sq.m. 1 Southo fM arket 1 Fullyfu rnished 38sq .m. 1 Southo fM arket 1 Fullyfu rnished 39sq .m. 1 FairwaysTo wer 1 Unfurnished 52sq .m. 0

Rainbowr idge Studio Semi-furnished 37.5s q.m. U.R.

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E G C C E S N P A R I M H I S P O I S N G G R O N K I I N D R Z E R K B E F U S I P A A S Manila HampsteadG ardens 1 Semi-furnished 36sq .m. 1 P2,000,000 BurgundyT ranspaciﬁcP lace 1 Unfurnished 25s q.m. 0 P2,000,000

Ortigas Center/ Mandaluyong/ Greenhills, San Juan/Pasig Megaplaza 1 Fullyfu rnished 45sq .m. 1 P4,000,000

AICGo ldTow er 3 200sq. m. 0 P9,000,000 AICGo ldTow er 3 197sq .m. 1 P10,480,220

CitylandM egaplaza 1 Fullyfu rnished 35.62s q.m. P2,200,000 EastO rtigasM ansions 2 Fullyfu rnished 61s q.m. 1 P3,800,000 MalayanP laza 1 Fullyfu rnished 56.66sq .m. 0 P4,200,000

GalleriaR egency 2 Fullyfu rnished 87sq .m. 1 P11,000,000 Wack-wackT winT ower 3 Fullyfu rnished 165s q.m. 1 P9,000,000

CaliforniaG ardenSq uare 2 Bare 57sq .m. 0 P2,200,000 CaliforniaG ardenS quare 2 Semi-furnished 57.5s q.m. 0 P3,000,000 CaliforniaG ardenS quare 2 Bare 57.5sq .m. 0 P2,500,000

SanF ranciscoG ardens 2 Semi-furnished 88s q.m. 1 P3,500,000 CambridgeV illage 1 Unfurnished 40sq .m. 0 P1,000,000 GoldhillTo wer 3 179sq. m. 1 P5,000,000

Quezon City VictoriaSt ation 2 Unfurnished 42sq .m. 0 P2,150,000

RegaliaP arkC ondominium 2 Unfurnished 62s q.m. 0 P2,400,000 PrinceD avidC ondominium Studio Fullyf urnished 34s q.m. 0 P2,500,000

VictoriaSt ation 3 Unfurnished 42sq .m. 0 P2,150,000 OlympicH eightsT ower1 1 Fullyfu rnished 54s q.m. 0 P4,000,000

Rockwell/ Pasong Tamo/ Makati Ave./ Dela Rosa, Makati City Joyaa tR ockwellC enter 2 Unfurnished 100s q.m. 2 P12,000,000

CMET2 3 Unfurnished 120sq .m. 0 P6,500,000 MilleniumP laza 1 Semi-furnished 59sq .m. 2 P4,500,000 OrientalG ardensL otusT ower Studio Fullyf urnished 37s q.m. 0 P3,000,000

A.V enueR esidences 1 Unfurnished 38sq .m. 0 P4,000,000 CMET1 1 Unfurnished 29sq .m. 0 P2,000,000

MakatiP rimeT ower Studio Fullyfu rnished 23s q.m. 0 P1,500,000

CMET1 1 Unfurnished 28sq .m. 0 P1,500,000 CMET1 Studio Semi-furnished 20sq .m. 0 P1,400,000 CMET1 Studio Semi furnished 27 36sq m 0 P1 800 000 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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1-BR, 59 sq.m., unfurnished, 2 T&B, 1 maid’s room, CONDO! CONDO! P40,000 RESALE CONDO! CONDO! CONDO UNITS PENHURST Bonifacio Global City Two Serendra FOR SALE Bonifacio Global City FORBESWOOD HEIGHTS 2-BR, 97 sq.m., fully furnished, 1 parking slot, 1 2-BR, 73 sq.m., 2T&B, 1 parking slot, Bonifacio Global City maid’s room, 3 T&B, P60,000 South of Market (SOMA) 1-BR, 59 sq.m., unfurnished, 2 T&B, 1 maid’s room, ONE LEGAZPI PARK South of Market P5M (negotiable) Bonifacio Global City Legazpi Village, Makati City 1-BR, FF, 36.54, 1 T&B, 1 parki ONE MCKINLEY PLACE 1-BR, 61 sq.m., fully furnished, 1 parking slot, nice 1-BR, FF, 38, 1 T&B, 1 parki Bonifacio Global City view, P60,000 Cityland Pasong Tamo Tower 1-BR with balcony, 76 sq.m, unfurnished., 1-BR, FF, 34 sq.m., 1 T&B, 1 parking slot, 1 parking slot, P6.7M THE PARKPLACE Legazpi Village, Makati City Please contact Norma Robles PENHURST 1-BR, 38 sq.m., fully furnished, nice view, P30,000 at +639178557174/ +639202623145 Bonifacio Global City 2-BR, 97 sq.m., fully furnished, 1 parking slot, 1 WESTGATE PLAZA maid’s room, 3 T&B, P8.5M (negotiable) Salcedo Village, Makati City CONDO UNITS 2-BR, 115 sq.m., fully furnished, 1 parking slot, FOR SALE SOUTH OF MARKET (SOMA) 3 T&B, 1 maid’s room, P40,000 Bonifacio Global City Grand Hamptons Tower II Bonifacio Global City 1-BR, 38 sq.m., fully furnished, fully fitted, nice For viewing requests, call Constatino at +639217699685 One-bedroom with balcony 46 sq.m. P3.3M view, higher floor, P4.2M Vito Cruz Tower Near DLSU-Taft EASTON PLACE 24 sq.m. P1.2M Salcedo Village, Makati City LIVE AND INVEST Call or text Bing Lau at +639209027280 2-BR with balcony,126 sq.m., unfurnished, 1 parking slot, 1 maid’s room, 3 T&B, P7.5M IN A PLACE THAT YOU ONE LAFAYETTE LEGAZPI VILLAGE Salcedo Village, Makati City DESERVE CONDOS 1-BR, 60 sq.m., unfurnished,1 parking slot, newly Greenbelt Radisson renovated, P5M (negotiable) PORTOFINO Legaspi Village, Makati City House and lots for the fine people S 36 sq.m. P3.5M THE PARKLANE P8M - P44M Greenbelt Radisson Salcedo Village, Makati City AVANT Legaspi Village, Makati City 3-BR,186 sq.m., unfurnished,1 parking slot, 1 maid’s Fort Bonifacio S 36 sq.m. P3.5M room, 3 T&B, P8.5M Studio - P2.9M - P3.3M Greenbelt Radisson 1-BR - P4.5M - P4.9M Legaspi Village, Makati CIty ONE LEGAZPI PARK 2-BR - P7.1M - P10.2M S 40 sq.m.P4M Legazpi Village, Makati City 3-BR - P11.8M 1-BR, 61 sq.m., unfurnished,1 parking slot, corner Greenbelt Parkplace 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Rada, TOP BROKER’S BEST DEAL! 169 sq.m., P350/sq.m., PICKS! 303 sq.m., P300/sq.m. OFFICE AND COMMERCIAL 652 sq.m., P300/ sq.m., One Mckinley Place PROPERTIES 526 sq.m., P350/sq.m. Bonifacio Global City 2BR 110 sq.m. FF 1 parking slot P10.8M QUEZON CITY: LOTS FOR SALE GREENHILLS, SAN JUAN: Cubao, 1031 sq.m. P30,000/sq.m COMMERCIAL AREAS Joya at Rockwell Center Rotonda, 2000 sq.m. P30,000/sq.m FOR LEASE Rockwell, Makati City Annapolis 2BR 100 sq.m. P12M PASIG CITY: OFFICE SPACES 54.04 sq.m., 35.40 sq.m., 32.45 sq.m., FOR SALE 47.00 sq.m., 38.99 sq.m., 15.48 sq.m., West of Ayala San Miguel Avenue, penthouse unit, P600-P650/sq.m. Sen. Gil Puyat, Makati City 348 sq,m., 2 parking slots, P10M Ideal for ﬂower shop and jewelry shop 3BR 136 sq.m. 2 parking slots P9.5M San Miguel Avenue, 198.27 sq.m., BONIFACIO GLOBAL CITY: South of Market 1 parking slot, P8.5M COMMERCIAL SPACES Bonifacio Global City FOR LEASE 1BR 38 sq.m. FF 1 parking slot P4.8M San Miguel Avenue, 197.00 sq.m., P 5.6M The Fort, 63.91, P1,200/sq.m., 46.09 sq.m., P800/ sq.m., 62.27 sq.m., P1,200/sq.m South of Market ADB Avenue, 579.066 sq.m., P600.00/sq.m. P1,200/ sq.m, 59.17 sq.m., P1,200/sq.m. Fort Bonifacio Global City Ideal for convenience store and restaurant 1BR FF 39 sq.m. 1 parking slot P4.9M MANDALUYONG CITY: OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE For more information, contact Mr. Henry South of Market Pioneer, 6000 sq.m., P650/sq.m. Mondoñedo at 473-4379 or 09202862981 Fort Bonifacio Global City Ideal for call center operation 1BR FF 36 sq.m. 1 parking slot P4.6M CAVITE: OFFICE SPACE Makati Cinema Square Tower FOR LEASE F1 CITY CENTER San Lorenzo Village, Makati City Carmona, 6,400 sq.m., P200/sq.m. at Bonifacio Global City 3BR FF 149 sq.m. P9M Ideal for call center operation or corporate oﬃce

Forbeswood Heights MAKATI: OFFICE SPACES Take a look into the future of urban living. This is Bonifacio Global City FOR LEASE F1 City Center. Breathing new life i 1BR 48 sq.m. P3.8M Ayala Avenue, Available units: commercial, condotel, ﬂats and 23 sq.m., 32 sq.m., Call or text Grace Geverola at +639278369426 Own a unit for as low as P4.5M 36 sq.m., 78 sq.m., P410/sq.m. Another condominium project by First Global Dela Rosa, BYO, project manager of Fort Palm Spring Celadon Park 183 sq.m., P300/sqm Now selling! Call Rene Isidro at Leisure condo living at the heart of Manila For as low as P14,000 per month By Community Innovations (An Ayala Land company)

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happenings

SIMA08 bets heavily on a global real estate market Real estate players from all over the world converge in the charming Spanish city of Madrid to showcase their wares, get a better feel of the international market, have fun, and do serious business

tives from the most important Real pavilion will offer to developers and Estate market authorities in emerg- investors the most appealing business ing countries have helped SIMA to opportunities and investment tools become a real business platform and a from more than 50 countries,” he privileged bridge between Europe and adds. Latin America. After ten editions, SIMA has turned Argentina, the apple into a barometer that measures the of Latin America’s eye actual situation of the Spanish real es- Four months before the exhibition’s tate market. In this sense, internation- inauguration, more than 30 Latin al presence in this exhibition, bigger American companies have leased and bigger every year, is a reflection space in the International Madrid of how the market is evolving around Real Estate Exhibition. Te economic the world. Former International recovery of markets from the other Madrid Real Estate Exhibition shows shore of the Atlantic and the possibil- have demonstrated that territorial ity to get higher profitability ratios diversification is one of the strategies than in Spain or than in the United adopted by developers, companies, States are encouraging savers to investors and final buyers. According invest in properties in Latin America. THE TENTH EDITION of the Interna- to recent data published by Banco Companies from Argentina, Brazil, tional Madrid Real Estate Exhibition, de España -Te Spanish National Colombia, Uruguay, Panama, Mexico to be celebrated from April 8th to Bank- investments in properties made and Chile will take part in SIMA’s 12th this year, will gather all the prod- by Spanish buyers abroad have grown tenth edition once again. “Some of ucts from foreign markets in Ifema’s up to 2.619 million of euros until last the most used formulas by entrepre- pavilion number 12. “Te significant September, which means 69 percent neurs and investors to penetrate Latin renting activities are about 12 percent. increase in the number of interna- more investments –quantified in American markets are to purchase Mexico, Colombia, Chile, Panama and 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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oﬀer business opportunities and high e International Program Program success. Trough these years, questions to be answered by experts levels of proﬁtability to the most strengthens its position we have achieved the very same tight who will participate and discuss in 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Brittany breaks new ground with Avant at Te Fort

PIONEERING has always been an the property developer’s maverick architectural design. More importantly, truly a landmark development we are apt description for real property spirit. Occupying what is perhaps the Avant at Te Fort will adopt a phi- proud to include in our portfolio of developer Brittany Corporation. At last remaining area within the much- losophy of environmental responsive- properties,” concluded Serrano. the forefront of innovation, it has sought after “golden triangle” at the ness through the practice of green Avant at Te Fort held its ground- literally and figuratively broken many heart of Crescent Park West, Avant at architecture. breaking ceremonies last Saturday, new grounds and sculpted the land the Fort is a reflection of ingénue in all Avant at Te Fort will be designed February 16 at the site, with special to create various masterfully planned aspects. to the last square inch to bring forth guests architect Albert S. Yu, aguig properties that are not only unique “We are extremely excited to offer not only an architecturally beautiful Mayor Sigfrido inga, Brittany Head but have come to set the trends in the Avant at Te Fort. Tis is one of our vertical residential development, but of Vertical Developments Dada de industry. hallmark masterplans – one that has one that is just as well-designed on the Guzman and Brittany’s Head of Cor- o name a few, the expansive Porto- challenged us to be unrelentingly inside. porate Communications Nova Noval. fino development has brought Italy to creative from the architecture building “We at Brittany Corp. are very Interested clients were also treated to Manila. Switzerland has found a home to the interiors of every living space confident that Avant at Te Fort will a sneak peak of what is in store at the in agaytay with the Swiss-inspired inside!” Brittany Corp. president Jing set another trend in vertical residen- Te Embassy Cafeteria immediately CrossWinds. And the postcard row of Serrano enthused. tial properties. More importantly, we after the ceremonies. San Francisco along with its laid back With respect to vertical develop- believe that this will pave the way in Brittany Corporation is a maverick lifestyle has served as the inspiration ments, Avant will transcend conven- changing the market’s perceptions and real estate developer of innovative 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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Te Residences at Greenbelt wins highly prestigious property award

Awards, in association with CNBC, is development. Its enviable location is Te recognition from the property the world’s largest property com- in itself a winner; situated at the heart industry’s most prestigious award- petition and the most anticipated of Makati’s Central Business District giving body serves to bolster and event in the industry. Supported by and integrated with the renowned strengthen Ayala Land Premier’s place no less than five media partners and Greenbelt Lifestyle Center. Tis exciting as the country’s top property develop- nine professional bodies, they have address provides easy access to a host er. “Te characteristics that make Te attracted entries from a record 57 of the best work, business, shopping, Residences at Greenbelt an award-win- different companies this year. Entries dining and entertainment destinations ning property are also the hallmarks were judged by a panel of profession- in the Philippines. that have always distinguished an Ayala als whose collective knowledge of the With the country’s top construction, Land Premier development,” shared property industry is second to none engineering and design teams provid- Ayala Land Premier Head Bobby Dy. and unsurpassed by any other property ing their expertise, Te Residences “Ayala Land Premier does not only awards. Chaired by Eric Pickles, British at Greenbelt boasts an outstanding provide living spaces: it promises and Shadow Secretary of State, this year’s architectural design that complements delivers innovatively designed, excep- judges included Imtiaz Farookhi, chief and seamlessly blends with its location. tionally engineered, master-planned executive of the National House Build- Residents will get to choose between communities.” ing Council; Peter Bolton King, chief various unit types that promise gener- Each Ayala Land Premier project is a executive of the National Association ous space and comfort. Tey will also study on the perfect synthesis of excel- of Estate Agents; and Jonathan Price, get to enjoy full-scale amenities in the lent location and enviable surround- president of the International Real development, as the podium area of ings - and all possess that most distinct AYALA LAND PREMIER , the Estate Federation (FIABCI). Te Fifth will house first-rate facilities of Ayala Land Premier trademarks: an Philippines’ leading property However, in spite of the scheme’s such as gyms and spas, function rooms unsurpassed commitment to quality. developer for the high-end market, global nature, only a small number of and entertainment halls, pools and Zen “Tis award is proof positive of Ayala received a prestigious international awards are allocated for each country. gardens. Residents are also assured of Land Premier’s unwavering adherence award. Its signature project, Te Te fact that Ayala Land Premier has the safety and upkeep of the develop- to product excellence,” said Dy Residences at Greenbelt, won as earned one of these coveted awards is ment at all times through the Ayala assured, our clients can always rely on the “Best High- Rise Development, sure proof that it can not only compete Property Management Corporation us to provide them with residential Philippines” in the recently concluded but also triumph within the highly (AMPC). In fact, the 24-hour concierge spaces worthy to be called homes.” International Property Awards. competitive global property arena. service provides premier resident as- Considered the “World Cup of Te Residences at Greenbelt is a sistance for various needs at any time Property”, the International Property true example of a world-class high-rise of day.

Australian Firm assigned as the Management Contractor for W.H. aft Residences

PHILTOWN PROPERTIES INC, identity, featuring the first ever business practices. one of the fastest growing bou- completely wi-fi enabled building Established in 1995, Philtown tique developers in the country in the metropolis; it is definitely the Properties Inc. was initially orga- seals pact with South Eastern ideal home for students and young nized as the property firm of the 1.5K views  3  0 RELATED TITLES Condo Central Magazine March 2008  Uploaded by condocentral

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epilogue

Oﬀering to the people

THE ICON of selﬂessly oﬀering oneself to the country, the UP Oblation faces the heavens with open hands and outstretched arms, heed- ing his country’s need. Ten UP President Rafael Palma commis- sioned Professor Guillermo E. olentino to construct the sculpture. With Anastacio . Caedo, Professor olentino’s apprentice, they forged the Oblation. Te Oblation is based on the second verse of the National Hero, Jose Rizal’s Mi Ultimo Adios:

In ﬁelds of battle, deliriously ﬁghting, Others give you their lives, without doubt, without regret;

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