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UCC CLOCKWORK: 3rd Wave Coffee and Desserts (Blue Bay Walk)
Rainy days like this makes me crave for warm drinks like a cup of coffee. UCC Clockwork is our family favorite place for that.
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Should You Invest in Ready-For-Occupancy (RFO) Condos?
Real estate is among the highly stable investment options. It’s a tried-and-true choice if you want to see the fruit of your hard-earned savings. Data shows that condominium investments, in particular, bring excellent returns, especially for properties in prime locations. Condominiums are just one of the different types of property investments you can consider besides […]
Read more »Seamless living at BGC
Property developer Federal Land Inc. (FLI) is building a mixed-use community called Grand Central Park (GCP) in North Bonifacio Global City in Taguig.
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Duterte inaugurates BGC-Ortigas Road Link
The BGC-Ortigas Road Link project which reduce travel time between Ortigas and BGC in Taguig from one hour to only 12 minutes is now open. The bridge is directly connected via 8th Avenue where Federal Land’s community, Grand Central Park is located.
Photo credits to: Mark Villar
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Living forward in Grand Central Park
FLI sees to it that living fully in the new normal is possible. And Grand Central Park is here to connect you to the things that you need and the experiences that help you move forward today and in a post-pandemic world.
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The Ultimate Condo Maintenance Checklist
Regular, preventive checks can help you expand your condo’s life span and prevent damage. This checklist will guide you on how to properly maintain your condo.
Read more »Zen and sensibility
The Japanese are known to be sensible, simple and minimalist. These characteristics are epitomized in their famous Zen philosophy which also promotes relaxation ways to cope with the rigors of daily living.
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Flexible by design: Unique double-slab technology in The Estate Makati
“At the end of the day, time is what happens. We all change with time,” Hans Sy, Jr., the President of SM Engineering Design and Development, noted that one of the biggest considerations they made for The Estate Makati was the inevitability of change.
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Unlocking the key (elements) to Japanese architecture
From sleek, minimalist design to efficient construction methods, Japanese architecture is effortlessly elegant,
varied yet functional.
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Renowned Japanese architect Paul Noritaka Tange praises PH talents
Renowned Japanese architect Paul Noritaka Tange publicly acknowledged the talents of Filipino architects and students, saying in jest that he needs to make sure he is always “creative enough” to compete with them.
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6 Ways to Find Your Perfect Condo Design Aesthetic
Are you looking for design ideas for your condo? Check out our tips on how you can develop your aesthetic and turn your unit into a stylish home.
Read more »Experience Zen Living in the City Through The Grand Midori Ortigas
Zen is about simplicity, finding ways to meditate to cope with the chaos of everyday living. It makes one strive to be mindful, be present, and find inner peace and let it manifest outwardly. So it is unsurprising to see why more designers and homeowners apply the Zen philosophy in their own homes.
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Zen and architecture: Mindful of people, purpose of space
When Paul Noritaka Tange, chair of Japanese architecture firm Tange Associates, designed the shiny new Tokyo Aquatics Centre, he took inspiration from a variety of Japanese elements such as the roof motifs from native temples, the famous Arashiyama bamboo forest and even designs from origami, the ancient art of paper folding.
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Federal Land presents a Japanese architecture paragon
ZEN is about simplicity, finding ways to meditate to cope with the chaos of everyday living. It makes one strive to be mindful, be present, and find inner peace and let it manifest outwardly. So, it is unsurprising to see why more designers and homeowners apply the Zen philosophy in their own homes.
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8 Factors That Can Affect Your Property’s Value Appreciation
Planning to invest in a condo unit? Find out the things that can influence the value appreciation of a property to make a wise investment choice.
Read more »Architects stress need to design for people
RENOWNED architects underscored the importance of designing structures for the people and ensuring that their current needs arc being addressed with it.
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Being a good son, and a great architect
JUDGING from the way Japanese homes and cities work, it’s almost as if Japanese architects see spaces — and the very idea of what spaces are, or do — differently than most people do.
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Foster + partners’ tips to elevating personal spaces
The bedroom: arguably the most important spaces in a home—where one attains respite after a long day at work and where one can unapologetically block out the noise from the rest of the world.
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The pursuit of Zen excellence in an urban space
What kind of place would you like to live in, work in, be in, as we contemplate a post-pandemic future?
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People, places, spaces and the design they need
There’s no telling what the future holds and the pandemic is an even greater reminder of how unpredictable life really is.
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10 Questions to Ask Your Real Estate Agent Before Hiring Them
To find the condo of your dreams, partner with the best professional in the field. Ask these questions first before hiring a real estate agent.
Read more »Japanese Artistry And Modern Perspectives Combine In This Two-Tower Condo Designed By World-Renowned Tange Associates
Rising in Ortigas is an embodiment of wabi-sabi and miyabi, designed by the firm behind the Tokyo Olympics’ Aquatic Centre
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Ditching the guesswork in home-buying
Tropicana Garden City is a nine-tower garden community inspired by the elegance of Mediterranean Castilian architecture.
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Hoping for better days ahead
After more than a year into the pandemic, the Philippines may finally see a sustained recovery owing to new strategies that are seen to facilitate economic rebound in the near term.
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