You’ve heard of Green Zones, places where human developments have been executed in harmony with the surrounding ecosystem. Now we have a “Blue Zone,” a place where human developments are not only in harmony with nature, but in synchronicity with the wellness of its inhabitants, as well.
The barracks where soldiers once sought refuge had been battling with a different kind of revolution over the past several years. And it was a good battle, as it transformed what then served as a military headquarters into the world-class Bonifacio Global City—a bustling, contemporary block that housed office buildings, bars and restaurants, shops and even prime residential developments.
Successful property developers often tell stories of how their strong passion to build structures and their revolutionary visions to change the Philippine landscape, have fueled their victories in a fiercely competitive real estate sector.
If there is anything I truly miss in the urban jungle, it is seeing the intense darkness of the night sky. We hardly have really clear skies in the city, what with the smog blanketing the metro and the city lights reflecting back down, just like your car headlights would as you drive through a foggy road. We often get that strange orange cast in the night sky. And cloudy nights occur practically half of the year, giving us the same strange orange glow for most of our time. I look for them, but I can’t always see, the stars.
Based on property giant Megaworld’s experience in the ongoing Corona impeachment trial in the Senate, would it now be prudent for condominium and other property developers to screen their high-profile buyers, particularly those involved in politics, before closing the deal?
A lengthy and impressive checklist of benefits often lures buyers to go for condominium units. Understandably so. When you have grand, hotel-like amenities, assured safety and security and a strategic location, among others, it would be quite difficult for any individual to ignore the convenience offered by modern-day condo living.
Ilonggos recognize the significance of value for money in the products they buy. Value for money is defined as a utility derived from every purchase for every sum spent. It is based not just on the maximum purchase price (economy) but on the maximum efficiency and effectiveness of the purchase as well.
Ultimately, it was “that kind of fulfillment” that won Mario Oreta over. A fulfillment that was borne out of putting roofs over people’s heads, of developing not just houses but homes and communities, and out of seeing huge smiles from the faces of satisfied homebuyers.
I’ve always enjoyed architecture. I say “enjoy” because it has always been a source of awe and wonder. I looked forward to seeing some of the beautiful homes and small buildings in the New Manila area near where I grew up. The styles fascinated me, and what I loved most were the polarity of the visuals: some homes in very modernist van der Rohe-like vertical and horizontal lines, and others, tiered heritage homes with post-colonial Spanish features.
The ongoing impeachment trial against Chief Justice Renato Corona won’t affect high-end property developer Megaworld’s reputation, according to property analysts when asked by Inquirer Property on the positive and adverse effects of Megaworld’s involvement in the trial.
A healthy and competent workforce could easily be any firm’s ace in the hole.
Since 1987, Phinma Properties has been known to provide valuable mid-range housing developments that could be had through affordable financing schemes and whose units could be turned over more quicker to its buyers.
