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magmario

September 9th, 2011, 12:18 PM

$150M Trump Tower to rise in Makatiabs-cbnNEWS.com
Posted at 09/09/2011 5:01 PM | Updated as of 09/09/2011 5:12 PM
Tweet MANILA, Philippines - A $150-million (P6-billion) Trump Tower Manila will be built by real estate developer Century Properties in Makati City.

Century City Development Corp., a unit of Century Properties, will be developing the luxury residential skyscraper with the brand name and mark under license from American real estate mogul Donald J. Trump.

"In discussing this project with (daughter) Ivanka, we felt that Manila would be a strong market for the Trump brand. It is one of Asia's most important cities and Manila's sophisticated clientele really appreciates luxury... We were confident that (Century Properties) would be a terrific group to develop an outstanding luxury residential building and brand it with our name," Trump told The Star.

Trump, who signed the licensing deal in New York with Century Properties chairman Jose E.B. Antonio, said Trump Tower Manila will be 'spectacular and there will be nothing like it in the Philippines or beyond.'

Trump is one of the most high-profile businessmen in the US, thanks to his real estate business, extravagant lifestyle, the hit reality show "The Apprentice" and an aborted campaign to run for President.

Century Properties, which recently brought American celebrity and socialite Paris Hilton to Manila to promote and design The Azure Beach Club, is quite confident about its new Trump-branded residential project.

"There is never a more opportune time than today to launch Trump Tower Manila, which is perhaps the country's most powerful symbol of progress and readiness to compete on the world stage. This project celebrates achievement, power, modern grandeur, and an unparalleled kind of lifestyle that is on a class of its own," said Century Properties managing director Robbie R. Antonio.

Trump Tower Manila will have over 220 units, and at 250 meters will be one of the Philippines' tallest buildings. It will be built at the 3.4-hectare Century City, the flagship mixed-use development of Century Properties in Kalayaan Avenue, Makati City.

The licensing deal came about as a result of the young Antonio's meetings with Trump's daughter Ivanka, who is vice-president for development and acquisitions at The Trump Organization.

"I met Ivanka Trump in New York several years ago," said the young Antonio. "A friendship developed with her and the rest of the family. In our meetings, we discussed a licensing deal and consequently, Trump Tower Manila was conceived."

The Trump Tower Manila showroom is scheduled to open in early 2012 but the company said unit reservations have started this month.

Century Properties said there will be a limited number of units, which will be priced "competitively". Suites will be approximately 57 sqm (613 square feet) and 1 to 4-bedrooms and penthouses at approximately 425 sqm (4,574 square feet).

"We expect that the market will quickly seize each one of these over 220 units-a very rare and limited number for those on the lookout for world-class property the world over," Antonio said.

The Trump Organization has over 70 properties, owned or branded, built or under construction worldwide, ranging from residential condominiums, golf courses and mixed-use properties.

"One of our company's primary objectives is bringing our brand and the luxury associated with the Trump name into the international arena. The Philippines offers incredible opportunity given the tremendous wealth in the region. This project will set the new standard in the Philippines and beyond," said executive vice president of development and acquisitions Eric Trump. - with a report from The Philippine Star

aldrichlim

September 9th, 2011, 12:25 PM

richard24

September 9th, 2011, 12:39 PM

Cool. :) I actually like the idea that the buildings inside Century City don't look alike. Even Trump and Gramercy, who are side by side, don't look the same. It makes it look more like a real city.

Congratulations to Century for bringing real Trump brand here, unlike the failed attempt, "The Trumps" by MW a few years back.

Kintoy

September 9th, 2011, 12:41 PM

juniordiscovery

September 9th, 2011, 12:47 PM

Nice design!

miko_skyhigh1

September 9th, 2011, 01:05 PM

Here's the render.
Got it from the article posted online (http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=725307&publicationSubCategoryId=63)
http://img153.imageshack.us/img153/8870/trumptowerg5hires.jpg

Great design!:banana::banana:

It's kinda iconic although i'm not too sure about its location. I bet traffic will be hellish once all the buildings are in operation at the Century City.:bash:

aklanarcher

September 9th, 2011, 01:07 PM

Looks great. Location is a problem though but branding can fix that.

Kintoy

September 9th, 2011, 01:15 PM

the silhouette is more similar with the Trump Tower in New York than the BOC

Trump Tower, Fifth Avenue, NY May 25, 2010
http://i646.photobucket.com/albums/uu182/wetboxers/P5259120_2.jpg

Bank of China HK Nov 28, 09

http://i646.photobucket.com/albums/uu182/wetboxers/PB280144.jpg

TheEngineer

September 9th, 2011, 01:28 PM

Kintoy

September 9th, 2011, 01:32 PM

baka mauuwi sa pintura na lang yung diagonal lines sa kalaunan?

ebetcruz

September 9th, 2011, 01:55 PM

wow! great project. high profile naman ng century, from versace, paris, now it's trump.

ano naman kaya next?
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OtAkAw

September 9th, 2011, 02:04 PM

-dp-

anakngpasig

September 9th, 2011, 02:08 PM

yey! another 250 meter tower!!! at a cost of more than P6 billion, this better turn out good (crossing my fingers).

i'm making a thread at the international forum :D

watcher09

September 9th, 2011, 02:36 PM

I like this one. The spires are tall. It could be higher than 250m because of these.

Ph Man

September 9th, 2011, 02:53 PM

:okay: let's hope there'd be no alteration of designs from rendering to actual.

those diagonal things look more like freestanding structures, and look similar to the ones used by HSBC tower of HK.

REDD808

September 9th, 2011, 03:15 PM

Great render, very sleek design.

saintm

September 9th, 2011, 03:18 PM

i don't like the location. could have been better if it will rise in FBGC or Manila Bay area

nayki

September 9th, 2011, 03:19 PM

this project is so cool! Any info when this project will breakground?

Dakpa ang akong tiil

September 9th, 2011, 03:27 PM

WoW:eek: i like the design, parang supertall :banana:

kapit

September 9th, 2011, 03:53 PM

Up to 89M a unit?? Theyre kidding!

Next dito The Apprentice Philippines reality show that takes place in trum tower manila.

Btw is there going to be a mall within century city?

r0mm3l

September 9th, 2011, 03:54 PM

hindi parang kundi supertall talaga., ^^

anakngpasig

September 9th, 2011, 03:57 PM

^^ never underestimate the Pinoys. P8.9 million nga na bag binibili ng to quote Jinky Pacquiao, ..."ng kung sinu-sino lang." :crazy: :lol: sampung hermes bags lang yan, chicken na chicken. :D

dunamis

September 9th, 2011, 05:31 PM

I don't think there's a Floor Area Ratio being observed in Century City. Trumps is 60 floors of condo. Grammercy is 65+ floors. Knightsbridge is also the same. Centuria is 20+ floors. Missoni Home is ? floors and Milano Residences is 60 + floors. Stratford is 70+ floors. And they're not yet even through with it.

How many more high end tall condos will they squeeze in a small 3.4 hectare property?

How will Century City account for the bad traffic in the area from ALL sides for the most part of the day?

I hope they build infrastructure here to relieve some of the traffic that the end users will have to bear.

Too many projects in such a small footprint IMHO.

TokyoToffee

September 9th, 2011, 06:55 PM

black24mamba

September 9th, 2011, 07:01 PM

absolutblue

September 9th, 2011, 08:30 PM

very nice. kudos to century. :cheers:

mhek

September 9th, 2011, 08:58 PM

Papanalunin si Shamcey Supsup sa Miss Universe para mapansin ng tao tong project to. LOL

Eaton Square

September 9th, 2011, 10:26 PM

the century city development is bounded by kalayaan avenue, general luna street, and valdez street, which means that residents/visitors of century city can make their entry and exit through these streets. plus, and this is just a wild guess, century city residents and guests can use gaite street in san miguel village for their entry/exit points. so, i think that there'd be no problem with the traffic movement in the area in the future.

kikotravel

September 10th, 2011, 01:05 AM

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walangpangalan

September 10th, 2011, 01:16 AM

Another boxy design, it looks good though :D

willsan18

September 10th, 2011, 02:13 AM

this is an interesting project,

leofriends

September 10th, 2011, 05:00 AM

rubix_cube321

September 10th, 2011, 05:08 AM

And now, Trump Tower Manila
CRAZY QUILT By TANYA T. LARA (The Philippine Star) Updated September 10, 201

First was the Versace Home-designed The Milano Residences, and now comes the Trump-branded residential condominium called Trump Tower Manila.

Century Properties subsidiary Century City Development Corporation collaborates with The Trump Organization to bring to the Philippines the first Trump building called Trump Tower Manila, a 250-unit residential skyscraper that will be one of the country’s tallest buildings.

The tower, licensed to carry the Trump brand, will be located at Century City, a 3.4-hectare development on Kalayaan Avenue in Makati.

Century Properties managing director and Trump Tower Manila project head Robbie R. Antonio describes the tower as an “ultra-luxury” development, carrying the Trump standard. “Trump Tower Manila will have features patterned after Trump-owned developments in New York. These include a triple-height ceiling for the grand lobby. We have also incorporated into the design The Trump Plaza and water feature. The other common spaces include a restaurant, a business center with meeting and function rooms, a library, garden terrace and lounge, a fitness and spa center, and a pool and sky garden.”

Real estate magnate Donald Trump says, “The Trump brand stands for the best in everything — location, design, services, amenities and beyond. Trump buildings are always the most architecturally beautiful and are situated in the city’s prime location. We also deliver service that exceeds all others. That is what great real estate is all about.”

The tower’s units range from 57 sq.m. for suites to one- to four-bedroom units. The penthouses are very spacious at 425 sq.m. Prices start at P9 million. For the residential suites, three interior design themes will be reflected in the interior finishes: Downtown Soho, Park Avenue and Fifth Avenue.

“These interior themes will be likened to the combined designs of the various Trump towers in New York — contemporary yet timeless in its expression of luxury, with exquisite furniture, décor and design in every corner. We want unit-owners and visitors alike to recognize Trump Tower Manila as a destination and not just a residence,” says Antonio.

The Trump Tower Manila showroom is set to open in 2012, but unit reservations may be made starting this month.

Antonio adds that homeowners of Trump Tower Manila will “experience the trademark New York quality in terms of product and service, which means you are taking into account the crème de la crème of the world’s most influential and competitive projects. That means superior location, impressive amenities, and paramount service. From the magnificent floor-to- ceiling heights, glass walls, five-fixture bathrooms, etc., these are qualities that aren’t offered in Manila. We will be the first to execute a building of this magnitude into Philippine context.”

Antonio executed the licensing deal with Trump’s children, Ivanka and Eric, vice president and executive vice president for development and acquisitions at The Trump Organization, respectively.

“Robbie Antonio met with my team when he was based in New York City several years ago,” says Donald Trump. “In our meetings, Trump and Century discussed the opportunity of licensing the Trump name in the Philippines. We were very excited about the idea — Century is a great company that can execute and develop a Trump-branded product.”

Trump Tower Manila is a P6-billion project that will no doubt reinforce Century’s reputation of being a solid, credible and innovative property firm. “It is an honor for us to bring the Trump brand to Manila with this project, which we very much seek to achieve for the purpose of propelling the local landscape into a premier and global destination. Our bottom line as a developer has always been to sizably contribute to the progress of the Philippine real estate industry, and, in turn, provide a platform that benefits our country,” says Antonio”

Trump has been in the real estate business for 40 years. In 1971, he renamed his father’s company into The Trump Organization. To this day, he says, “I make sure that all of the details of a project — whether Trump-owned or branded, are executed at the highest level. We represent the gold standard worldwide and we make sure to live up to that reputation. We are not complacent. When you know that your location, design, interiors, amenities and services are the best available, there is no better feeling.”

How does Antonio foresee the future of Trump Tower Manila during these challenging economic times? “Manila and Asia are some of the more substantial markets in the world at this time. We wouldn’t have launched this project at this juncture if we didn’t believe in the viability of the local market,” he says confidently.

Century Properties’ other high-end project, Milano, which was interior designed by Versace Home, is approximately 80 percent sold since it was launched on Jan. 28. “Obviously, the overall perception of the economy does not encompass everyone. As much as we’ve expanded into catering to the affordable market, we’re also bullish about the business of luxury developments. There are several factors that contribute to the success of the upscale market, but what we have experienced firsthand is that our largest client base for the majority of our developments is Filipino expatriates who generate billions of dollars in revenues and investments for the country. In my opinion, that is what has made the Philippines a profitable arena for high-end projects.”

Century Properties sees the target market for Trump Tower Manila as being the “most discerning clientele in the country and the world. These are individuals who are familiar with the Trump Tower lifestyle heralded around the world and would like to experience it on a daily basis. We expect to have local buyers who would be considering this as a full-time residence. Furthermore, we are expecting foreign buyers who will use the unit as their pied a terre and who believe in the units as a solid real estate investment.”

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For more information, log on to www.trumptowermanila.com.

Photos:

http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/5995/lif1hiresj.jpg
Tower of power: The first Trump-branded tower in the Philippines, Trump Tower Manila, developed by Century Properties in collaboration with The Trump Organization, will have a very elegant and sleek glass curtain wall facade.

http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/4192/lif1b450.jpg
Infinity pool with a view: The pool area of Trump Tower Manila will have spectacular views of Makati’s skyline.

http://img577.imageshack.us/img577/1336/lif1c400.jpg
Real estate magnates and their children: The Trump Organization chairman and president Donald Trump and Century Properties chairman Jose E.B. Antonio (second and third from left, respectively) with Century Properties managing director and Trump Tower Manila project head Robbie R. Antonio, The Trump Organization vice president Ivanka Trump and executive vice president for development and acquisitions Eric Trump

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Lifting the local real estate industry: Trump Tower Manila’s lift lobby

http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/2995/lif1e200.jpg
Artist’s rendering of Trump Tower Manila against the night sky

rough

September 10th, 2011, 05:12 AM

I am not saying that this is PEI's work, but triangles are usually very prominent and has become a trademark in his designs (Pei).

REDD808

September 10th, 2011, 05:23 AM

Looks like the mid section has something like the skypark of the gram too, wonder what distinctive feature this trump place would offer.Also nice to see all the century city structures in one render, the gram, kb, Milano, centuria medical, the trump, and the lifestyle center.

@tbp

September 10th, 2011, 05:48 AM

http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=725496&publicationSubCategoryId=85

Here's the article with some renditions on the project...

anakngpasig

September 10th, 2011, 05:57 AM

hope it gets built asap. and as precisely as rendered.

ollirrac

September 10th, 2011, 06:03 AM

yey! another 250 meter tower!!! at a cost of more than P6 billion, this better turn out good (crossing my fingers).

i'm making a thread at the international forum :D

will this be the height of the building more or less? i wish it would be taller than gramercy.

The design looks great!

anakngpasig

September 10th, 2011, 06:19 AM

i only quoted the news article - it says at 250 meters tall, which is good enough.

leofriends

September 10th, 2011, 06:26 AM

will this be the height of the building more or less? i wish it would be taller than gramercy.

The design looks great!

it can't be taller than gram because gram is the centerpiece of the century city which is around 260m...:)

megatall

September 10th, 2011, 06:30 AM

what the??? is it real? TRUMP TOWER MANILA?:lol:

pau_p1

September 10th, 2011, 06:30 AM

wow this looks good.. so this will basically stand on that firewall side of Gramercy? this looks good.. I'd imagine the backside of this tower will be a firewall also I presume...

I hope this gets built.. nice!

megatall

September 10th, 2011, 06:31 AM

saan naka locate ang building na to?

ollirrac

September 10th, 2011, 06:33 AM

i only quoted the news article - it says at 250 meters tall, which is good enough.

Actually 250 meters tall is good enough although it would not reach the supertall status!

ollirrac

September 10th, 2011, 06:38 AM

it can't be taller than gram because gram is the centerpiece of the century city which is around 260m...:)

Looks like what it lacks in height as compared to the gram is being cimpensated by the design as we can see in rhe pix

leofriends

September 10th, 2011, 06:47 AM

Looks like what it lacks in height as compared to the gram is being cimpensated by the design as we can see in rhe pix

that was also im expecting to, but as the past renders in MM construction.. the renders height is not always right.. like gram advertisements said 302m, but it not even passed 280m... hopefully this project stick to 250m...

Jose Mari

September 10th, 2011, 07:01 AM

Well at least it looks kinda expensive and tall but the design is underwhelming. It's still potentially better than a lot of projects out there.

leofriends

September 10th, 2011, 07:05 AM

Well at least it looks kinda expensive and tall but the design is underwhelming. It's still potentially better than a lot of projects out there.

http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/2995/lif1e200.jpg

+1, its glassy look makes it beautiful...

Jude12

September 10th, 2011, 07:11 AM

Jose Mari

September 10th, 2011, 07:11 AM

http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/2995/lif1e200.jpg

+1, its glassy look makes it beautiful...

That's the side I like.

leofriends

September 10th, 2011, 07:14 AM

The design is nice! Definitely a first in our country. Pero parang nakakhiya naman kay Trump, nakadikit lang yung building niya sa Gramercy. :lol: Sana mas maganda kung sa the Fort ito gagawin. Pero okay na rin, para mawala yung shear wall na yan ng Gramercy

oo nga, yun yung nakkainis maganda nmn sya dapat dun na lng nilagay sa roxas boulevald ganda siguro ng manila bay.... pero okey na rin keysa wala..:lol:

anakngpasig

September 10th, 2011, 07:24 AM

roxas boulevard is beautiful but they should seriously clean manila bay first and shoot on the spot anyone who throws garbage in the water. :gunz:

AYS

September 10th, 2011, 07:29 AM

http://img153.imageshack.us/img153/8870/trumptowerg5hires.jpg

Nice design and addition at Century City. This will be a glass curtain wall-cladded residential building like most Trump Towers in the US. The cross-bracing structural design is used to increase stability due to its slenderness.

Infront of the building shall be Kalayaan Ave. and the vacant lot behind it is where Gramercy and Knightsbridge and others are located. So ang background ay Mandaluyong and not Makati Skyline.

With the earlier stated height of 250m, I think this includes the spire, since spire includes in an official ht. And that floor to floor height should fall between 3.4 and 3.8m.

Sa magiging location nya, noong pumunta ako sa site 2 weeks ago nasilip ko hindi pa hinuhukay, sa may lifestyle center pa lang. Maybe next month excavation should start.

Jose Mari

September 10th, 2011, 07:47 AM

roxas boulevard is beautiful but they should seriously clean manila bay first and shoot on the spot anyone who throws garbage in the water. :gunz:

I like that idea. Helps a bit with population control too. :cheers:

Jose Mari

September 10th, 2011, 07:48 AM

maczilla

September 10th, 2011, 07:51 AM

LOVE the design! Looks so industrial. But the location isn't as great. wish they had placed this in BGC or in CBD. But still goodlooking nonetheless. Isn't the Makati city government planning on doing something to the infrastructure in the area? the roads here are narrow and is already super traffic as it is today. they need to widen roads, especially kalayaan.

TokyoToffee

September 10th, 2011, 08:55 AM

leofriends

September 10th, 2011, 09:03 AM

I dont understand Tagalog.....are you saying the view is not of Makati Skyline ?

i think its Makati because of huge skyscrapers.. and not so sure if it is Ortigas Center...:)

IslandSon.PH

September 10th, 2011, 10:46 AM

Trump sells name to $150M development in the Philippines (http://therealdeal.com/newyork/articles/trump-sells-name-to-150m-development-in-the-philippines)

September 09, 2011 02:15PM

Real estate firm Century Properties is teaming up with the Donald Trump brand for a $150 million high-rise residential project dubbed the Trump Tower Manila in the Philippines, the company announced today. Though the building will be 100 percent owned and developed by Century Properties, it will bear Trump's name, Business Inquirer reported.

The skyscraper, slated for a 3.4-hectare development site known as Century City on the northern end of the Makati central business district, will be approximately 780 feet tall and will have at least 220 units.

Eric Trump, Trump's son and vice president of development and acquisitions, told Business Inquirer: "Asia has seen such an incredible boom and a tremendous amount of wealth… and we knew that we wanted to continue to expand in the Asian market with the right project."

No date has yet been set for the project's completion.

leofriends

September 10th, 2011, 11:04 AM

1m=3.28ft

780/3.28 = 238meters

Trump tower is approximately 238Meters

anone

September 10th, 2011, 12:51 PM

rubiopr27

September 10th, 2011, 01:01 PM

Kudos to CPI! Hope they don't change the render and don't let us expect for the worse :okay:

anone

September 10th, 2011, 01:01 PM

baka ang ginawang presentation ng CPI sa Trump management tungkol sa location ng Century City ay pinakita lang ang ayala ave, ayala center at ang pagpunta ni Paris Hilton sa Pinas pero hindi pinakita ang grabeng traffic sa lugar na yan at ang mga nakapalibot na bahay.

anakngpasig

September 10th, 2011, 02:14 PM

leofriends

September 10th, 2011, 02:21 PM

sino ang tama sa kanilang dalawa? hehe. must be roof height ang 238m?

yeah.. and a spire of 10-12meters...

trump w/out spire is 238meters...

ebetcruz

September 10th, 2011, 08:16 PM

oo nga, yun yung nakkainis maganda nmn sya dapat dun na lng nilagay sa roxas boulevald ganda siguro ng manila bay.... pero okey na rin keysa wala..:lol:

Yep, pero maganda rin concept nila na pinagsama sama yung mga high end buildings nila like Milano, Knightsbridge and Gramercy. Though di nga ganung kalaki impact dahil mas mataas si Gramercy.

But still, great job to CPI for bringing the Trump brand here.

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miss the phils

September 10th, 2011, 08:34 PM

so saan ba banda to sa century city, akala ko filled up na sya

RealFlip

September 10th, 2011, 08:54 PM

Seems it is the exact lot for phase 2 of Gram with the Lifestyle center. It looks like a modified John Hancock Center in Chicago. Nice cluster of tall buildings in the area. :nuts:

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5d/Hancock_tower_2006.jpg/248px-Hancock_tower_2006.jpg
from Wikipedia

^^
Agree, the design is inspired by JHC!

Will this be the tallest building in Makati once finished?

alheaine

September 10th, 2011, 09:04 PM

^^
Century Properties is building tall ones..i hope they execute it well though.. :okay:

alheaine

September 10th, 2011, 09:31 PM

Papanalunin si Shamcey Supsup sa Miss Universe para mapansin ng tao tong project to. LOL
^^
hahahahahaha.. :lol: may posibilidad.. :bash:

luxury_realestate

September 10th, 2011, 10:18 PM

i don't like the location. could have been better if it will rise in FBGC or Manila Bay area

^^ I agree on this :cheers:

luxury_realestate

September 10th, 2011, 10:30 PM

ang kapal ng mukha ng mga Antonio(CPI) na maglabas ng mga puro pa sosyal na projects ay halos lahat ng nakaraang projects nila maliban sa Essensa ay puro bait & switch o panloloko. buti sana kung napatunayan na nila na nagbago na sila at tapat na sila sa mga pangako nila. ang mga kasalakuyang projects nga nila ay may halong panloloko na at nakakasigurado ako na karamihan ng bumili sa gramercy at knightsbridge ay umaasa na sana tama ang kanilang naging desisyon at ang perang pinaghirapan nila ng ilang taon ay masulit at sana hwag magaya sa SOMA at SOHO.

^^ bakit hindi mo email si Boss Donald with regards sa concern mo bro?? or redirect mo yung link ng skyscrapercity sa kanya??hehe :)Seriously, do not underestimate the power of internet, If he's bombarded with news regarding sa past failed (quality) project ng Century prop, he might consider looking for another partner instead. Ayala-Trump would be a great one, in BGC! :cheers:

miss the phils

September 10th, 2011, 10:34 PM

grabe ang raming galit sa century dito....very toxic

tj_brewed

September 10th, 2011, 10:42 PM

so saan ba banda to sa century city, akala ko filled up na sya

http://www.gramercyresidences.com/images/map.jpg

luxury_realestate

September 10th, 2011, 10:51 PM

grabe ang raming galit sa century dito....very toxic

^^ do your research and you'll understand.:)

tj_brewed

September 11th, 2011, 12:04 AM

http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/303497_2270579691622_1462516043_32504120_531390415_n.jpg

william :D

September 11th, 2011, 12:49 AM

miss the phils

September 11th, 2011, 01:49 AM

http://www.gramercyresidences.com/images/map.jpg

i know it is century city pero saan

Sherwin M. Pelayo

September 11th, 2011, 03:29 AM

i know it is century city pero saan

In front of Gramercy's firewall, beside the Lifestyle Center.

miss the phils

September 11th, 2011, 03:32 AM

In front of Gramercy's firewall, beside the Lifestyle Center.

so parang ang nipis naman nun

miss the phils

September 11th, 2011, 03:34 AM

nice sayang lang sana nag joint venture na lang ang century city and AVenue para halos naging parang rockwell 2 tong lugar na to, pero ngayon naging champorado

with super talls of century and super short of AVenue

Sherwin M. Pelayo

September 11th, 2011, 04:00 AM

miss the phils

September 11th, 2011, 04:34 AM

Not to mention Stratford and the Buddha Bar in Picar Place.

yun pa....sana na arranged nila yung traffic scheme just like rockwell....where there is a central mall and underground connecting tunnel to each tower....

o well, wala na tayong magagawa, champorado na tong part of makati:banana:

ken_que

September 11th, 2011, 04:41 AM

the vacant lot near the firewall is huge, they can put 400 to 600 sqm building in there aside from lifestyle center

aklanarcher

September 11th, 2011, 05:17 AM

Did Megaworld attempt to name their condos Trump Towers too? This version seems better and licensed. :)

thomasian

September 11th, 2011, 06:10 AM

^^ They did. One Central used to be named "The Trumps" (yes, with an "s") when Megaworld launched it. Ater a lawsuit threat, they renamed it to the current name "One Central".

rough

September 11th, 2011, 06:10 AM

Beside the lifestyle Center. (This is the phase 2 of Gramercy Residences.)

thomasian

September 11th, 2011, 06:19 AM

Back in 2007, this was Megaworld's attempt at getting a piece of Trump.

Manila Standard (Dec 8, 2007)
http://www.manilastandardtoday.com/?page=news4_dec8_2007

‘The Donald’ sues Tan over Trump name use

United States developer Donald Trump is suing Megaworld for using the name “Trumps” in a residential condominium that is being built in Makati’s Salcedo Village.

In a statement sent to Philippine newspapers, Trump’s New York office said The Trump Organization had filed a trademark infringement complaint against the listed real estate conglomerate of billionaire Andrew Tan before the local Bureau of Legal Affairs.

“This is an outrageous attempt to mislead buyers into thinking that my name and company is affiliated with Megaworld’s project, which is absolutely untrue,” Trump said in the statement. “When someone says the world ‘Trump,’ people certainly do not think of Megaworld.”

Megaworld declined to comment when reached.

Trump claimed that Megaworld, despite ongoing legal proceedings since June, still went ahead and erected a billboard announcing the construction of the “Trumps” condominium in what used to be the Shell Maya station on Senator Gil Puyat Avenue and Geronimo Street opposite RCBC Plaza.

Megaworld recently missed a deadline set by the Bureau of Legal Affairs to file an opposition to The Trump Organization’s application to register its mark “Trump” in the Philippines, Trump said.

Organized in 1980, The Trump Organization has been ranked as the largest privately held company in New York, and has over 22,000 employees.

It is now developing residential, hotel and golf clubs in New York, Chicago, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, Toronto, Westchester, Bedminster, New Jersey, Hawaii, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Mexico, Panama, the Dominican Republic and South Korea.

It looks like an RCBC Tower 3 with a Bellagio 2 façade.

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http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b358/thomasian/the_trumps.jpg

Living in such luxury is like being at the right place at the perfect time.

Nothing spells elegance like THE TRUMPS by Megaworld. It is a resplendent retreat and haven within a truly unique environment. Obviously, people love the fact that its fab location close to the exciting Greenbelt block puts them literally steps away from the important places. From the most prestigious offices to the snazziest shops & restaurants. From the latest entertainment houses to the most modern medical centers and the Finest schools. Be treated to an oasis of architectural bliss.

With so much convenience, life really is a pleasure. At The Trumps, even though you're so close to everything Makati has to offer, peace and sanctuary can be found in a moment, from the serene Salcedo park to the business and entertainment capital of the Philippines.. The Trumps is truly an urban oasis, rich in sophisticated styling surrounded by 1st class amenities. Truly The Trumps is the embodiment of aspiration and inspiration.

Inside your unit your own private sanctuary, you will unwind in an environment created solely for your pleasure. Select your favorite orientation and layouts to suit your individual lifestyle. You'll appreciate the delicate touches of light, glass and space, from the relaxing bay windows to the 'panoramic-glass' in the master bedroom. All this and more is waiting for you at THE TRUMPS.

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Studio unit ranges from 2.9M-3.8M

1br unit ranges from 4.4M-5.5M

2br unit ranges from 9.8M-11M

3br unit ranges from 12.3M-13M

rough

September 11th, 2011, 06:57 AM

^^ Lol. They thought since they got away with the Bellagio towers they would be able to pull off this Trumps stint. hahah. Even their Mckinley development is very much like the Venetian while their so called Two and Three Central is very similar to Shangri-la's St Francis twins.

TokyoToffee

September 11th, 2011, 07:58 AM

Not to mention Stratford and the Buddha Bar in Picar Place.

Is Picar Place next to Kalayaan avenue?

Buddha bar being the same as in UK ? Same brand ?

Sherwin M. Pelayo

September 11th, 2011, 08:39 AM

Back around December 2007 . . .

Philstar yesterday, Business Section:
http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b358/thomasian/101_0004x.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b358/thomasian/Century-Picar.gif

miko_skyhigh1

September 11th, 2011, 09:47 AM

The design of the Trump Tower Manila is commendable but it would have been much nicer if it is clearly standing alone, thus standing tall amidst all the ugly buildings around the vicinity. :lol::lol:

Its location, being directly adjacent to the shear wall of the Gram isn't appealing at all since it could undermine its iconic design and with the fact that Gram would still be taller. So what building is the main focal point in Century City now? Now we are confused, since Trump Tower in itself has always been associated with ultimate luxury. :ohno:

For luxurious developments, spacing of buildings should be of paramount concern so it wouldn't look like Cityland developments. But with CPI, it appears that the planning wasn't well thought out atleast for the placement of the Gram vis-a-vis the Trump Tower. :ohno:

My take is that the Gram would have been a little more iconic as it is now if the phase 2 will be constructed using the original design to make it whole again.

But then again, this is welcome news for Century city and the Metro Manila skyline nonetheless.:)

REDD808

September 11th, 2011, 09:49 AM

So we are still waiting for more to come, I hope soon!

RonnieR

September 11th, 2011, 10:54 AM

Here's the render.
Got it from the article posted online (http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=725307&publicationSubCategoryId=63)
http://img153.imageshack.us/img153/8870/trumptowerg5hires.jpg

FANTASTIC! Thank you Century Properties for the Trump Tower.

Really nice.

thomasian

September 11th, 2011, 12:38 PM

Not so. The buildings in Century City are oriented in a manner not to obstruct each other and offer open views.

http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u102/raph_ahr/VIEWS.jpg

I labeled and enlarged that site plan...

Red is Trump
Blue is vacant with a part of it for Missoni and the rest of the blue will be open for additional towers
Green can't be built-on by Century, it's for the Makati city gov't, part of the deal when the property was sold to Century Properties and Picar

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b210/ofngol/2011/centurycity.png

davemap2010

September 11th, 2011, 02:02 PM

Great Project :banana: gramercy, trump manila and the rest of century properties development in that area would cast a building shadow on San Miguel Village.

miss the phils

September 11th, 2011, 03:29 PM

I labeled and enlarged that site plan...

Red is Trump
Blue is vacant with a part of it for Missoni and the rest of the blue will be open for additional towers
Green can't be built-on by Century, it's for the Makati city gov't, part of the deal when the property was sold to Century Properties and Picar

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b210/ofngol/2011/centurycity.png

bakit ang liit ng trump

at bat may city hall

watcher09

September 11th, 2011, 03:48 PM

bakit ang liit ng trump

at bat may city hall

That's the remaining lot along Kalayaan. Besides, it would look really tall being slim.

There's no city hall. Read again. It's Makati City gov't. That lot is owned by the Makati City government.

Eaton Square

September 11th, 2011, 04:27 PM

with the ongoing frenzied high-end real estate developments in the area, it is more likely that san miguel village (smv), the next-door-neighbor of century city and antel lifestyle center, will be transformed into a business district in the years to come. they (smv, century city and antel) actually compliment each other as they form one big prime block of real estate, which is bounded by makati avenue, kalayaan avenue, nicanor garcia avenue, j.p. rizal avenue, and valdez/zobel streets. i hope that the present city government would pursue v.p. binay's plan of transforming the area into a modern makati (MoMa), which could be the city's answer to many who clamor for the expansion of the current makati CBD. the young binay should start the spade work to make his father's vision into a reality. after all, big business is already there.

miko_skyhigh1

September 11th, 2011, 04:38 PM

davaob4now

September 11th, 2011, 04:43 PM

will this be the first Trump Tower outside the USA?

San-Mat

September 11th, 2011, 08:46 PM

San-Mat

September 11th, 2011, 09:28 PM

http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/303497_2270579691622_1462516043_32504120_531390415_n.jpg

When Versace didn't show up along with "Hollywood celebs" during the Milano launching, people thought that they were fooling investors by using the big name people as part of their marketing. But after Paris Hilton and now Donald Trump in the mix, it looks like Century City is really going after it.

They probably have learned from their past mistakes. Too bad for some of their early investors they experienced most of the mistakes.

rough

September 12th, 2011, 04:48 AM

Now accepting reservations for Trump Tower Manila. PM me if interested.

http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u102/raph_ahr/Typical.jpg

Jarvijarv

September 12th, 2011, 07:39 PM

RonnieR

September 13th, 2011, 07:14 AM

Hmm, I wonder if Donald Trump's fascination with beautiful women (owner of Miss Universe pageant), especially with Shamcey Supsup's popularity, make him look seriously at a dynamic Philippines! :cheers2:

:cheers: Venus Raj was also popular last year. I think Mr. Trump knows the country so well. The pageant was held here in 1994. He is a businessman and he sees the potential of this great and beautiful country.

:cheers:

Perseus II

September 13th, 2011, 07:31 AM

:cheers: Venus Raj was also popular last year. I think Mr. Trump knows the country so well. The pageant was held here in 1994. He is a businessman and he sees the potential of this great and beautiful country.

:cheers:

well according to Mr. Trump, Manila is one of the most important cities in Asia :)

RonnieR

September 13th, 2011, 07:33 AM

well according to Mr. Trump, Manila is one of the most important cities in Asia :)

Indeed. :)

Manila-X

September 13th, 2011, 07:46 AM

well according to Mr. Trump, Manila is one of the most important cities in Asia :)

It is! Once this is built, it will be the first Trump building not just in Manila but The Eastern Hemisphere.

wesunsled

September 13th, 2011, 08:12 AM

Really? i thought trump has investments in australia,hong kong,mainland china, and japan

this is a vantage point for the philippines

Jarvijarv

September 13th, 2011, 09:06 AM

^^
True guys, Mr. Trump has foreseen the potential in Manila. I read Metro Manila will become ASEAN's most richest city by 2020:
http://bisean.blogspot.com/2007/10/southeast-asias-richest-cities-by-2020.html
http://www.topix.com/forum/world/philippines/TAL3L7Q2KQLV2OLSJ
It's only natural, Mr. Trump wants a piece of the burgeoning real estate he so specializes in, early in the game. The Philippines is HOT right now!! :cheers1:

TokyoToffee

September 13th, 2011, 09:22 AM

Which side faces Grammercy ?

Kintoy

September 13th, 2011, 09:30 AM

reyvil888

September 13th, 2011, 09:47 AM

http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/5995/lif1hiresj.jpg

http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/2995/lif1e200.jpg

Stunning and very sleek, although the exterior facade has similarity with China Bank Tower in Hongkong. :cheers:

Kintoy

September 13th, 2011, 03:26 PM

they should have included Gramercy in the render.

wesunsled

September 13th, 2011, 03:29 PM

just adding: TRUMP has a plan in israel a 75 story building but never push through instead there is one group who slated the lot called "ELITE" TOWER at 85 floors at 280 meters in height, completion date 2014

nez

September 13th, 2011, 03:57 PM

to the Antonio boys: make sure that the wall facing gram's firewall is not another firewall!

REDD808

September 13th, 2011, 04:57 PM

to the Antonio boys: make sure that the wall facing gram's firewall is not another firewall!

would that matter this time?

luxury_realestate

September 13th, 2011, 05:59 PM

http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/303497_2270579691622_1462516043_32504120_531390415_n.jpg
^^ Sorry OT: I'm pretty confused who are the Antonio's here?? Is it the blind folded croc?:)

derf

September 13th, 2011, 06:26 PM

luxury_realestate

September 13th, 2011, 06:41 PM

^^Grabe ka naman, luxury real estate.. You're gonna let us guess kung sino diyan ang antonio?? E naka blindfold nga kaya?? :lol: Huy joke lang ha, alam ko maraming agents ng century dito pati na rin mga managers..

^^:lol: I apologize. Got confused on the paper edition. In fairness, Their marketing strategy are brilliant. Bringing along power shots US celebs will help boost their business and the economy in a way. I just hope that they'll practice what they preach and deliver what has been promised.:cheers:

absolutblue

September 13th, 2011, 07:41 PM

to the Antonio boys: make sure that the wall facing gram's firewall is not another firewall!

It probably will be a firewall/shear wall. Makes no sense to have windows on that side, no one wants to have a view of Gramercys shear wall :lol: especially considering this is a high end condo.

queetz@home

September 13th, 2011, 11:28 PM

It probably will be a firewall/shear wall. Makes no sense to have windows on that side, no one wants to have a view of Gramercys shear wall :lol: especially considering this is a high end condo.

I think you are right. There are no windows facing the firewall, as shown in Suite A and Suite B.

Now accepting reservations for Trump Tower Manila. PM me if interested.

http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u102/raph_ahr/Typical.jpg

nez

September 14th, 2011, 02:00 AM

It probably will be a firewall/shear wall. Makes no sense to have windows on that side, no one wants to have a view of Gramercys shear wall :lol: especially considering this is a high end condo.

so they are building trump very close to gram's shear wall? i thought there's going to be a safe distance between the two towers. would have been nice to have trump's shear wall at least clad in aluminum (not just plain concrete like gram's) to complement the whole structure. the render, as it is, is quite deceptive.

nez

September 14th, 2011, 02:20 AM

^^
True guys, Mr. Trump has foreseen the potential in Manila. I read Metro Manila will become ASEAN's most richest city by 2020:

It's only natural, Mr. Trump wants a piece of the burgeoning real estate he so specializes in, early in the game. The Philippines is HOT right now!! :cheers1:

the way i understand it, mr. trump is not investing a single cent on this project, cpi will. and they paid mr. trump substantial amount of usd (and perhaps a percentage of total revenue) for the use of his name. cpi will eventually pass on to buyers this cost. there's no foreign investment coming in to the country until such a time that foreigners start buying units here.

Gr33nArch3r

September 14th, 2011, 05:17 AM

The trump tower is intriguing. The render is so-so in my opinion. Parang tira tirang lupa na lang pero since CPI got the rights to trump, this will be a hot commodity. I commend CPI for this smart marketing move.

thomasian

September 14th, 2011, 06:35 AM

Now accepting reservations for Trump Tower Manila. PM me if interested.

http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u102/raph_ahr/Typical.jpg

It probably will be a firewall/shear wall. Makes no sense to have windows on that side, no one wants to have a view of Gramercys shear wall :lol: especially considering this is a high end condo.

I think you are right. There are no windows facing the firewall, as shown in Suite A and Suite B.

While it may hold true for the lower floors, the higher floors of Trump have been set back (away from Gramercy), add to that Gramercy's own setbacks, which allows for a view and therefore the possible presence of windows, at least probably for the upper 1/4 of the tower.

nez

September 14th, 2011, 12:01 PM

^^ i think there are windows (glass curtain?) on the bedrooms facing gram's shear wall as shown in the lay-out above. it does make sense to put windows here even if there's no view outside. you need the windows for natural lighting and air circulation. these units will be hard to sell if only the left/right side will be the only source of natural light. the bedrooms will turn out dark and uninviting.

REDD808

September 14th, 2011, 01:30 PM

From the floOr layout, it looks like there's a sliding window in the bedroom

absolutblue

September 14th, 2011, 03:15 PM

^^ you are right, looking at that floor plan the bedroom has a small window.

pau_p1

September 14th, 2011, 03:22 PM

so they are building trump very close to gram's shear wall? i thought there's going to be a safe distance between the two towers. would have been nice to have trump's shear wall at least clad in aluminum (not just plain concrete like gram's) to complement the whole structure. the render, as it is, is quite deceptive.

well.. I think at least 1 meter gap between the two towers will be a 'safe' distance already... I'd think based on the land layout they have for the whole complex it's distance from gram would fit at least one lane for vehicles...

AYS

September 15th, 2011, 06:56 AM

From the floOr layout, it looks like there's a sliding window in the bedroom
Yeah, it will have 2 windows and most probably an awning type on that side.

thomasian

September 15th, 2011, 08:21 AM

^^ Yeah, but it will be very small, almost insignificant, and without a view anyway.

I tried to simulate how it will possibly look like on the façade basing from the floor plan which I attached underneath to show it did follow it.

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b210/ofngol/2011/trumpwall.png

lochinvar

September 15th, 2011, 09:02 AM

BUYER BEWARE!! Not all that glitter are gold. Even poops are colored yellow most of the time.

Buyers of Trump Condos and Real Estate Classes File Suits Claiming They Were MisledPosted May 13, 2011 10:32 AM CDT
By Debra Cassens Weiss
Email Print Reprints Donald Trump touts his financial success, but his business practices are being scrutinized in lawsuits over failed condo developments and the developer’s real-estate investment school.

More than 300 home buyers who say they bought because of the Trump name sued when three Trump buildings encountered financial problems and were not completed, the New York Times reports. Buyers say they relied on Trump involvement, but in reality Trump licensed his name to the developers. Buyers collectively lost millions of dollars in deposits, the Times says, even as Trump earned large licensing fees.

In Tampa, Fla., for example, Trump licensed his name to a developer for $4 million and a share of the profits in a confidential agreement, court documents reveal. Suits target the Tampa development as well as one in Fort Lauderdale, and another project in Baja California, Mexico. A lawyer for Trump told the Times that Trump’s role was disclosed in purchasing documents, despite any other suggestions by Trump or the marketing materials.

Some students who enrolled in Trump University to learn about real estate investment are also dissatisfied. A would-be class action alleges the school charged as much as $35,000 for classes that were akin to extended infomercials. A Trump lawyer tells the Times, however, that fewer than 2 percent of the students want their money back and Trump University has a 97 percent satisfaction rate.

anone

September 15th, 2011, 09:06 AM

ayan na nga ba ang sinasabi ko eh. :ohno: kaya pala nagkasundo ang Antonio(CPI) at Trump dahil pareho silang MANLOLOKO. :ohno:

BUYER BEWARE!! Not all that glitter are gold. Even poops are colored yellow most of the time.

Buyers of Trump Condos and Real Estate Classes File Suits Claiming They Were MisledPosted May 13, 2011 10:32 AM CDT
By Debra Cassens Weiss
Email Print Reprints Donald Trump touts his financial success, but his business practices are being scrutinized in lawsuits over failed condo developments and the developer’s real-estate investment school.

More than 300 home buyers who say they bought because of the Trump name sued when three Trump buildings encountered financial problems and were not completed, the New York Times reports. Buyers say they relied on Trump involvement, but in reality Trump licensed his name to the developers. Buyers collectively lost millions of dollars in deposits, the Times says, even as Trump earned large licensing fees.

In Tampa, Fla., for example, Trump licensed his name to a developer for $4 million and a share of the profits in a confidential agreement, court documents reveal. Suits target the Tampa development as well as one in Fort Lauderdale, and another project in Baja California, Mexico. A lawyer for Trump told the Times that Trump’s role was disclosed in purchasing documents, despite any other suggestions by Trump or the marketing materials.

Some students who enrolled in Trump University to learn about real estate investment are also dissatisfied. A would-be class action alleges the school charged as much as $35,000 for classes that were akin to extended infomercials. A Trump lawyer tells the Times, however, that fewer than 2 percent of the students want their money back and Trump University has a 97 percent satisfaction rate.

RonnieR

September 15th, 2011, 09:17 AM

ayan na nga ba ang sinasabi ko eh. :ohno: kaya pala nagkasundo ang Antonio(CPI) at Trump dahil pareho silang MANLOLOKO. :ohno:

Beware also, you can be sued with your statement. Under oath, can you state that?

lochinvar: Please post the link of that news.

anone

September 15th, 2011, 09:26 AM

Beware also, you can be sued with your statement. Under oath, can you state that?

lochinvar: Please post the link of that news.

google mo lang yung title at maglalabasan ang mga links tulad nito.

http://www.abajournal.com/news/article/buyers_of_trump_condos_and_real_estate_classes_file_suits_claiming_they_wer/

kaya siguro Pinas ay dahil wala pang kamuang muang ang mga Pinoy sa mga panlolokong ginagawa nya at alam din siguro nya na mahilig ang mga Pinoy sa branded names. . :ohno:

lochinvar

September 15th, 2011, 09:27 AM

When I saw that projected Trump building I remember an article I read months ago about the grievances of people wanting to have a nice vacation spot in Ensenada, Baja California.

Just search for Ensenada Trump Failed Condos and it will lead you to all issues about Trump's case.

anone

September 15th, 2011, 10:06 AM

tapos sinabi pa siguro ng mga Antonio kay Trump na hwag kang mag alala dahil malabo kang mademanda sa Pinas sa panloloko dahil walang protection ang mga investors sa Pinas lalo na kung mayron nito.... :bash:

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z133/ron973/trump.jpg

RonnieR

September 15th, 2011, 10:07 AM

^^ I doubt that it will happen to PH. There is a real demand here for this niche market. It caters to the rich and upper middle class Filipinos. Expats or foreigners are also buying properties here.

thomasian

September 15th, 2011, 10:10 AM

Website is up and running.

Disclaimer: I am not in any way endorsing or promoting, nor am I connected with this project. :D Just in case anything happens or doesn't happen with this project. :lol:
http://www.trumptowermanila.com/

San-Mat

September 15th, 2011, 02:18 PM

Now accepting reservations for Trump Tower Manila. PM me if interested.

http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u102/raph_ahr/Typical.jpg

Looks like smallest unit is around 57 sqm.
Different marketing plan on this one for CC surely a different target investors.

What are looking at around 6M - 7M for the smallest cut unit?

Trump Tower Manila - very smart move by CC. If this was called Century City Tower would anybody even give a buzz about this project?

anone

September 15th, 2011, 03:43 PM

^^ I doubt that it will happen to PH. There is a real demand here for this niche market. It caters to the rich and upper middle class Filipinos. Expats or foreigners are also buying properties here.

ikaw may sabi nyan eh. :D

Manila ranked worst property investment site in Asia
By Abigail L. Ho in Manila/Philippine Daily Inquirer (http://ph.news.yahoo.com/manila-ranked-worst-property-investment-asia-054003386.html)

Manila (Philippine Daily Inquirer/ANN) - Foreign investors looking to invest in real estate-related businesses have ranked Manila as their last choice among various key cities in the Asia-Pacific.

According to the Emerging Trends in Real Estate Asia Pacific 2011 survey conducted by the Urban Land Institute (ULI), global real estate investors gave Manila a score of 4.56 points out of a possible 9, placing the city a few points below "fair" and somewhere within the realms of "abysmal."

Topping the survey was Singapore with a score of 5.96 points, followed by Shanghai with 5.87, Mumbai with 5.79, and Hong Kong with 5.70.

In an interview with the Inquirer, ULI global trustee and South Asia chairman Simon Treacy said the Philippines, in general, was suffering from a negative image, prompting investors in publicly listed real estate firms to bypass the country when deciding on where to allocate their funds.

"Manila is at the bottom of the pack because the Philippines hasn't gone to the next level. The country's image hasn't really improved. Even with the new administration, there's still a negative perception of the country," Treacy said.

"The Philippines rarely ranks when it comes to investment allocations. Since the Philippines doesn't get a lot of airplay, its real estate prospects become undervalued.

Marketing is very important, on a national level, because not a lot of real estate investors look to the Philippines when deciding where to put their capital," Teacy added.

One of the ways to attract real estate capital here, he said, was to put in place a viable real estate investment trust (REIT) environment.

xavierdude

September 15th, 2011, 05:48 PM

^^ hindi naman worst. 20th most promising investment market naman =)....

http://www.pwccn.com/webmedia/doc/634281762794471438_ap_real_estate_emerging_2011.pdf

ronaldcagape

September 15th, 2011, 06:01 PM

i'm actually concerned with these high-priced highrises. they tell me that speculation is rampant and I wonder how this can be sustained.

nelly2112

September 15th, 2011, 08:05 PM

i'm actually concerned with these high-priced highrises. they tell me that speculation is rampant and I wonder how this can be sustained.

I totally agree. You will see an incredible amount of distressed assets in the Philippines soon. Maybe in 2-3 years once the near 100 towers being built in Metro Manila turnover. The developers won't care cause they'll sell their units and pocket the cash. Resale will hurt. You may be able to get a condo just as cheap in 3 years as you would if you had bought from the developer and not have to pay VAT.

You're best off taking a wait and see approach right now.

I wonder how much Century actually pays Trump to be able to use his name. That would be cool to be so well known you can license your own name out. :lol:

nelly2112

September 15th, 2011, 08:11 PM

Having said all that this is a great looking project and kudos to Century for getting Trump's name.

crazyskyscraper

September 16th, 2011, 06:01 PM

Hi everyone! I'm new here and this will be the first time I'll be posting. I'll be honest with everyone. I am somewhat connected with Century properties and I just want to share my ideas on the issues being raised in this forum. But I will try my best not to be biased. :)

BUYER BEWARE!! Not all that glitter are gold. Even poops are colored yellow most of the time.

Buyers of Trump Condos and Real Estate Classes File Suits Claiming They Were MisledPosted May 13, 2011 10:32 AM CDT
By Debra Cassens Weiss
Email Print Reprints Donald Trump touts his financial success, but his business practices are being scrutinized in lawsuits over failed condo developments and the developer’s real-estate investment school.

More than 300 home buyers who say they bought because of the Trump name sued when three Trump buildings encountered financial problems and were not completed, the New York Times reports. Buyers say they relied on Trump involvement, but in reality Trump licensed his name to the developers. Buyers collectively lost millions of dollars in deposits, the Times says, even as Trump earned large licensing fees.

In Tampa, Fla., for example, Trump licensed his name to a developer for $4 million and a share of the profits in a confidential agreement, court documents reveal. Suits target the Tampa development as well as one in Fort Lauderdale, and another project in Baja California, Mexico. A lawyer for Trump told the Times that Trump’s role was disclosed in purchasing documents, despite any other suggestions by Trump or the marketing materials.

Some students who enrolled in Trump University to learn about real estate investment are also dissatisfied. A would-be class action alleges the school charged as much as $35,000 for classes that were akin to extended infomercials. A Trump lawyer tells the Times, however, that fewer than 2 percent of the students want their money back and Trump University has a 97 percent satisfaction rate.

I think this won't be the case with the Trump Tower Manila. For one, the Philippine real estate industry didn't suffer the fate of the real estate industry in the US during the global economic downturn. Another reason is, Century Properties always sees to it that the building they promised gets built ( although some changes on the plan may occur before and during the construction stage peace! :) , but still the buildings get built. Fact of the matter is, most of their projects were and are delivered ahead of time).So it only goes to show that Century Properties have the money for these projects. So far, I don't know of any Century project that was advertised which didn't push through.

With regards to the issue of Trump not having any involvement of of this project, I think otherwise. Donald Trump worked hard for his name and I don't think he will just let anyone use his name in any project without following certain standards set by him and his organization. I'm pretty sure that Trump and his organization checked the project details before they gave Century Properties a Go signal.

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Originally Posted by ruffaramboo
Manila ranked worst property investment site in Asia
By Abigail L. Ho in Manila/Philippine Daily Inquirer

Manila (Philippine Daily Inquirer/ANN) - Foreign investors looking to invest in real estate-related businesses have ranked Manila as their last choice among various key cities in the Asia-Pacific.

According to the Emerging Trends in Real Estate Asia Pacific 2011 survey conducted by the Urban Land Institute (ULI), global real estate investors gave Manila a score of 4.56 points out of a possible 9, placing the city a few points below "fair" and somewhere within the realms of "abysmal."

Topping the survey was Singapore with a score of 5.96 points, followed by Shanghai with 5.87, Mumbai with 5.79, and Hong Kong with 5.70.

In an interview with the Inquirer, ULI global trustee and South Asia chairman Simon Treacy said the Philippines, in general, was suffering from a negative image, prompting investors in publicly listed real estate firms to bypass the country when deciding on where to allocate their funds.

"Manila is at the bottom of the pack because the Philippines hasn't gone to the next level. The country's image hasn't really improved. Even with the new administration, there's still a negative perception of the country," Treacy said.

"The Philippines rarely ranks when it comes to investment allocations. Since the Philippines doesn't get a lot of airplay, its real estate prospects become undervalued.

Marketing is very important, on a national level, because not a lot of real estate investors look to the Philippines when deciding where to put their capital," Teacy added.

One of the ways to attract real estate capital here, he said, was to put in place a viable real estate investment trust (REIT) environment.
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Regarding this news, I'm just wondering, who were the people surveyed. I'm pretty sure that a number of them haven't really been to Manila and don't really have idea about the current situation in the Phils. aside from what they see in the international news about the corruption of the previous administrations and the kidnapping incidents and violence in Mindanao.

Besides we have our own market here in our own country. You may not notice or agree with me but we have a lot of wealthy people in the country plus our OFWs, expats and even foreigners who consider the Phils as their second home.

I don't think that these giant real estate companies will keep on spending billions of pesos to plan and build these skyscrapers if there is no demand or if the demand is low. Most of the richest people in the Philippines are directly or indirectly engaged in real estate and many of them have joined the industry just recently.

Weather we like it or not, the country's economy is growing steadily and so is our population.

Here's something you might want to read:

RP properties ‘hottest’ in Southeast Asia now

By Tessa Salazar
Philippine Daily Inquirer
First Posted 12:54:00 07/11/2008

Filed Under: Investments, Real Estate, Tourism
WE MAY HAVE HOT weather, hotheaded drivers and ?hot? money pocketed by some corrupt government officials, making life a bit more difficult here in the Philippines. But looking at the brighter side, one ?hot? item may bring back the word ?pearl? in Asia?s struggling Pearl of the Orient.

The Philippines was recently declared a popular real estate hub in Southeast Asia by the international commercial real estate services firm, CB Richard Ellis Philippines. It further cited that ?investment opportunities in tourism, infrastructure, mining and real estate remain high? here.

In its July 2 news release sent to Inquirer Property, CBRE Philippines general manager Trent Frankum even used the superlative ?hottest? in his description of how foreign investors took up properties in the Philippines. He enumerated the positive effects of the stable Philippine peso, increasing tourist arrivals, the BPO boom, and the influx of overseas Filipino workers? dollar remittances on the property market.

Frankum?s declaration was heard in the recently held SMART Investment and International Property Expo at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre June 21 and 22.

Not yet overpriced

In a recent phone interview with Inquirer Property, Joey Radovan, vice chair of CBRE Philippines, said the reason for the country?s popularity among property investors was that ?we?re not yet overpriced; we?re still cheap.? He citedthat Singapore is three to four times more expensive than Manila, for instance.

Rodovan, who also heads the global corporate services, said the developers are seriously looking at the European and Middle East markets.

He singled out business process outsourcing, tourism and OFW money as major drivers putting the Philippines in the map of Southeast Asia?s most sought-after business locations.

Colliers

?Broadly agree? was the term used by Colliers International Philippines? managing director David A. Young, when asked to react on CBRE Philippines statement that the country is the ?hottest? real estate hub in Southeast Asia.

Young said, ?The Philippines? real estate market is attracting unprecedented levels of investor from investors, most visibly in hospitality and tourism projects. A virtuous circle is evident. Capital investment in new infrastructure and tourist-related facilities is enhancing the Philippines? offering to new markets and generating increased visitor spending.

But despite this wave of new investment, the Philippines is still playing catch-up relative to its regional competitors. When it?s completed in 2011, Kingdom?s Fairmont Hotel will be the first new luxury hotel to open in Makati in 15 years.

Tourists, hotels, condos

CBRE Philippines cited that last year, tourist arrivals broke the two-million mark for the first time since 2004, with arrivals rising to 3.091 million. CBRE said it is expecting new markets, such as Russia, Middle East, China and Korea, to help sustain tourism growth. CBRE is also projecting arrivals to increase to 3.4 million this year and generate US$5.8 billion in international tourism receipts.

Hotel room occupancy rates rose to 73.06 percent in 2007 from 71.95 percent in 2006. ?New hotel and resort developments are currently in strategic business locations such as Makati City, Fort Bonifacio and the Bay Area as well as top tourist destinations such as Cebu and Boracay, further enhancing industry prospects,? Frankum said.

New development projects include the US$153- million Kingdom Hotel, a combined hotel and residential condominium that will also rise in Makati City.

?We expect 18,143 units to be provided from 28 upcoming residential condominiums in Makati that are targeted for completion between 2008 and 2013. Likewise in Fort Bonifacio, 11,652 units are expected to come on the market from 33 residential condominiums being constructed from 2008 to 2012,? Frankum said.

Meanwhile, the off-shoring and outsourcing (O&O) boom in the Philippines has created new opportunities for the real estate market, Frankum stressed: ?Major investors and businesses are looking at the Philippines because it is one of the largest English-speaking nations in the world and has 33.5-million Filipinos in the workforce.?

ayan na nga ba ang sinasabi ko eh. :ohno: kaya pala nagkasundo ang Antonio(CPI) at Trump dahil pareho silang MANLOLOKO. :ohno:

I have to admit, I have read from other threads some not so good comments and experiences of some investors who purchased Century Properties project. Well, other developers also do some changes on some of their projects before and during the construction period (maybe in different extents). Thing is, we cannot please everyone. Kung may mga di gaanong nasiyahan sa mga nabili nila sa Century Properties, I'm pretty sure marami rin ang natuwa. And to say na manloloko ang Century, di naman siguro [masyado] hahaha! peace! Kasi if purely panloloko talaga ang ginagawa ng Century, then bakit ang bilis parin ng bentahan ng mga units at projects nila? Don't tell me those people who keeps on buying projects from Century Properties are fools. Kasi if you are saying na manloloko ang Century Properties, then it could only mean that those people who are still buying from them are fools. Well, mind you, those fools are those people who have the money to spend on this projects. Halos lahat ng mga developers may mga natatanggap na reklamo or dissatisfaction ratings sa kanilang mga projects.

Masyado na atang mahaba iton post ko. Thanks for reading, if you did.hehehe :)

thomasian

September 16th, 2011, 06:27 PM

nelly2112

September 16th, 2011, 06:51 PM

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missionary

September 16th, 2011, 07:03 PM

Something I found in their website, a disclaimer:

from http://trumptowermanila.com (http://trumptowermanila.com) hosted on www.photobucket.com (http://www.photobucket.com)
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b210/ofngol/2011/trumpfooter.png

Well at least they're somehow trying to be a bit honest. :D

i have to magnify it to read the disclaimer. in effect century is saying "what you see may not be what you will get". this time,i just hope that as a condition for the use of his name, donald trump requires cpi to faithfully follow the proposed bldg plan.

absolutblue

September 16th, 2011, 07:16 PM

hopefully trump will keep them on the straight and narrow

San-Mat

September 16th, 2011, 07:43 PM

Isn't this the generic disclaimer that most of the developers use (minus the Trump stuff).

epik ll ian

September 16th, 2011, 08:35 PM

Trump please save the rest of Century City with your glassy appeal .... Sick off all the painted cement.

nelly2112

September 16th, 2011, 08:40 PM

Trump please save the rest of Century City with your glassy appeal .... Sick off all the painted cement.

Haha! Trump will have little to no say in this.

Again I'm impressed that Century got Trump's name. I'm guessing they paid $3-4 million to him for the license.

Century City is starting to shape up nicely.

missionary

September 16th, 2011, 08:42 PM

Isn't this the generic disclaimer that most of the developers use (minus the Trump stuff). yes but cpi use it as an escape clause for it's bait and switch tactics.

maczilla

September 16th, 2011, 10:16 PM

luxury_realestate

September 16th, 2011, 10:56 PM

I'm not a fan of "Century Properties", but I can confidently say that this is a good buy. 6 to 7M for 57 sqm is not bad at all considering it's with in Makati. The down side will be the traffic congestion. "Trump" name alone would give you 80% assurance on yield, though future resident will really get pissed off on the location.:)

--SuperB0y--

September 17th, 2011, 06:36 AM

^^ you got your figures wrong. It's 160K/sqm.

3cr

September 17th, 2011, 06:53 AM

i'm actually concerned with these high-priced highrises. they tell me that speculation is rampant and I wonder how this can be sustained.

^^ With the pricing in these high-end developments no longer a joke, who are the ones still buying here but the moneyed people really. Is it still speculators pa kaya as you said o baka naman naglalabasan na ang mga closet millionaires ng Pilipinas! There are actually alot of them rich folks out there than you may think. Hehehe... :lol: :lol: :lol:

nez

September 17th, 2011, 07:08 AM

^^^ What does that disclaimer mean? does it mean that 10 or 15 years after, when the building is old and not as goodlooking, trump can just cancel the license agreement and the building will have to be renamed?

per disclaimer above, it can happen even before the building top-off if CPI will not follow the terms of the agreement. when that happen, cpi might rename this buiding "TRUMPery". :lol:

RonnieR

September 17th, 2011, 07:11 AM

ikaw may sabi nyan eh. :D

For so long, the real estate sector of the country is booming. As confirmed by international like Jones Lang La Salle and local and international visitors, there is no bubble in the local market.

Did you try to research about Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)? Some groups are lobbying for the passage of this REIT. The same reason cited by the survey. Imagine, if this is passed, our booming Real Estate Sector would even propel to greater heights. I take that survey positively.

How many units are being offered in Trump Tower Manila? 450 Units catered to the rich Filipinos/foreigners. :)

On a macro level, it will enhance our image to the world as this tower will be surely built.

By the way, I am not connected with Century Properties.

3cr

September 17th, 2011, 07:49 AM

Dup

3cr

September 17th, 2011, 07:53 AM

^^ I think here are some of the articles Ronnie was refering in regards to the state of our realestate market... hope this helps. :) :) :)

Realty sector to enjoy continued growth
Business World
http://www.bworld.com.ph/content.php?section=22&title=Realty-sector-to-enjoy-continued-growth&id=33916

THE PHILIPPINE real estate market is set to enjoy a “sustained upward cycle” as demand for office space combined with interest in retail, tourism and residential projects will continue to drive the sector forward, according to property consultancy firm CBRE Philippines, Inc.

“From a macroeconomic cycle, there is not a bubble. This is the start of a sustained upward cycle. There is a lot of demand,” CBRE Chairman Rick M. Santos said at a briefing.

Demand for office space, for instance, is expected to remain robust as business process outsourcing (BPO) firms are poised to expand, he said.

“We believe the Philippine office sector has some of the best fundamentals of all the Southeast Asian markets,” he said.

“The Philippines has some of the lowest rental rates, highest yields and greatest demand for office space in Asia,” he added.

BPO companies are continuously expanding in and outside existing hubs and central business districts like Makati, Ortigas, Fort Bonifacio in Taguig, Quezon City, Alabang and Mandaluyong, according to the consultancy.

Outsourcing firms are also tapping Cebu Asiatown IT Park, the Plazuela de Iloilo in Iloilo and Abreeza development in Davao.

“I really think the good years are ahead of us. The government looks stable, so many new players are coming in for the BPO and there is the knowledge process outsourcing companies,” Jose Luis F. Matti III, executive director of CBRE Philippines, said.

The local BPO industry employed 525,182 workers as of end-2010, with a projected additional 500,000 jobs to be created over the next five years that will demand three million square meters of office space, CBRE data show.

“They realize how good the Philippines is in terms of location and we have a very skilled work force,” Mr. Matti added.

Furthermore, increasing overseas Filipino remittances are fueling the growth in the retail and residential development, the consultancy said.

“The housing, retail and leisure segments benefit from the continued rise in remittances,” CBRE said.

In the first four months of the year, remittances rose by 5.98% to $6.2 billion and is projected to grow by 7% this year to $$20.1 billion, government data show.

For tourism, visitor arrivals grew by 13.3% in the first trimester to 1.3 million, government data show.

“The continuous growth in the tourism industry has encouraged direct investments in hotels and resort residents. Retail sector also benefits from the increased number of tourist arrivals,” it said.

CBRE Philippines started operations in 1998, offering valuation and advisory services, global corporate services, asset services and residential services.

Parent firm CB Richard Ellis is a Los Angeles-based property services firm with a $5.1-billion turnover last year through 31,000 employees in more than 438 offices worldwide.

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Shortage in office space likely by 2015
Business World
http://www.bworld.com.ph/content.php?section=22&title=Shortage-in-office-space-likely-by-2015&id=37872

OFFICE SPACE deficit could be expected by 2015 as demand, fueled by robust economic activity, will likely outpace supply, a property consultancy yesterday said.

Some 200,000 square meters (sq. m) will be unmet by real estate developers with demand forecast to rise by a fifth to 360,000 sq. m from the current average, David Leechiu, country head of Jones Lang La Salle Leechiu, said in a press briefing.

This, as purchasing power of Filipino employees particularly in the business process outsourcing (BPO) sector will spur increased spending and thus enliven corporate activity amid a robust economy, Mr. Leechiu said.

BPO employees, he said, make P20,000 to P25,000 a month on average and are driving the growth of the consumption-heavy middle class, he said.

Already, office rental rates have risen by 42% since the 2008 global financial crisis, with the drop in lease fees bottoming out by end-2009, he said.

If developers do build to keep up with the projected demand, Mr. Leechiu projects construction activity to be seen not just in Makati City and Bonifacio Global City but perhaps also in Quezon City. The so-called North Triangle district there along EDSA could be a prime spot if government stepped up efforts to clear idle lands in the area.

RonnieR

September 17th, 2011, 07:54 AM

^^ Great. Thanks 3cr.

RonnieR

September 17th, 2011, 07:58 AM

^^^^^^
REIT/securitization is the medium used in the US that caused the financial market to melt down. Bad underlying assets.

TRUMP right at the very beginning is distancing itself from Century Properties through its disclaimer. A careful investor will see that right away, CP is only using the TRUMP name, period. :cheers: :nuts:

That's right. Our Finance officials obviously knew the US situation. They have actually studied the Asian markets with regard to REIT.

It was supposedly implemented in July but issues hounded on taxes and strict rules in listing.

"Last July, the BIR finally came out with Revenue Regulations 13-2011 implementing the REIT Act, signed by Finance Secretary Cesar Purisima based on the recommendation of BIR Commissioner Kim S. Jacinto Henares.

The REIT grants tax incentives on real estate developers to encourage them to list their firms with the PSE, offering 67 percents of their stocks to the public and retaining only 33 percent of the shares.

The incentives included 50 percent discount in the payment of documentary stamp tax for all transfer of property covered by REIT.

Proponents of the measure said that as a result, there will be more public investors to the real estate industry because they will now have a major role in running the business.

Under the same revenue regulations, the developers are required to distribute 90 percent of their net income to REIT shareholders before the end of the year, lest their dividend payments will be subjected to income tax.

But tax experts believe that real estate companies can easily circumvent the law to avail themselves of the tax incentives and still control the business.

They said it would be illogical and absurd for these land developers to just allow outsiders to control or have a say on how to run the their business.

One ploy, they said, is for developers to avail themselves of the tax incentives and still retain control of the business by selling shares of stocks to dummies and cronies.

The experts’ observation gained credence when Philippine Stocks Exchange (PSE) officials expressed skepticism over the scheme and some even predicted that the REIT law will not encourage outsiders to invest in such undertakings knowing that owners of the land developers will not relinquish control of their business through the dummy system.

8 Aug 2011"

more...

http://www.reit.ph/

GeorgeDeCarlo

September 17th, 2011, 01:17 PM

Remember to ask for the Master Deed, Bylaws, and Rules & Regulations, if any at this point. Never buy a condo without getting the first two from your broker and developer. If you want an article about buying condos in the Philippines just send me a message.

San-Mat

September 17th, 2011, 02:49 PM

^^ you got your figures wrong. It's 160K/sqm.

This project is P160k/sqm?
So you are looking at 9M for a 1 bedroom unit?

Would Park Terraces or The Residences at Greenbelt be a better buy at that price? Rockwell? BGC?

luxury_realestate

September 17th, 2011, 04:25 PM

^^ you got your figures wrong. It's 160K/sqm.

^^ Sorry, my bad..I just quoted it here;

" looks like smallest unit is around 57 sqm.
Different marketing plan on this one for CC surely a different target investors. what are looking at around 6M - 7M for the smallest cut unit?
Trump Tower Manila - very smart move by CC. If this was called Century City Tower would anybody even give a buzz about this project?"

I thought it's already a steal, they'll jack up the price around 200K/sqm for sure with in a couple of months after the bait works. I retract my comment about this being a good investment then.:lol:

luxury_realestate

September 17th, 2011, 04:33 PM

wesunsled

September 17th, 2011, 05:14 PM

paumti ng paunti ang makati thread ah

TokyoToffee

September 19th, 2011, 05:41 AM

sarao

September 19th, 2011, 05:48 AM

Trump Tower Manila

http://www.trumptowermanila.com/images/trumptowermanila-exterior.jpg

http://www.trumptowermanila.com/images/trumptowermanila-exterior02.jpg

Dr. Richard Espeno

September 19th, 2011, 08:02 AM

How many units are being offered in Trump Tower Manila? 450 Units catered to the rich Filipinos/foreigners. :)

On a macro level, it will enhance our image to the world as this tower will be surely built.

^^ I agree on this, Ronnie. On a positive side, it'll solidify our real estate industry around the globe.

It had already, its a vote of confidence not only on our real state industry but partly on our economy... i have a very good singaporean friend who already bought a unit in Milano as his "toy" and on hearing about trump tower he is more impressed now with Philippines' property market, hes contemplating on buying a second "toy" in Trump Tower hehehehe

REDD808

September 19th, 2011, 01:41 PM

Considering property in singapore is really expensive, I think his investment in Philippine real estate is good decision

maniLaboy_me

September 20th, 2011, 04:49 AM

I think, celebrating, because of the building's brand name is a 'colonial mentality', it seems that Century Properties is in touch with promoting their projects by American celebs like what they did with Azure as to Paris Hilton, anyway, I think also that it would not be an issue though, as long as it could boosts the property business sector in Metro Manila ... :)

wynngd

September 20th, 2011, 11:47 AM

Trump Tower Manila

http://www.trumptowermanila.com/images/trumptowermanila-exterior.jpg

http://www.trumptowermanila.com/images/trumptowermanila-exterior02.jpg

natatakot ako sa nakalagay na disclaimer sa baba ng photos...

anakngpasig

September 20th, 2011, 03:35 PM

^^ true that! considering Century's rep :sleepy:

nelly2112

September 20th, 2011, 07:01 PM

^^^^
Soon Century Properties will be sued in the United States for breaking the law on "Truth in advertising." CP used US citizens and corporations to deceive investors from all over the word including the U.S., therefore they fall under the jurisdiction of US laws. It is now just a matter of time.

There's no in between with Century. Some people absolutely love them and some absolutely hate them it seems.

Is that all because of the Gramercy? From what I see Century City is shaping up nicely. Getting Trump's name is a big score as long as they handle it correctly.

saintm

September 20th, 2011, 07:16 PM

Is that all because of the Gramercy? From what I see Century City is shaping up nicely. Getting Trump's name is a big score as long as they handle it correctly.
Actually all their developments after Essensa turned out to be crappy FYI.. :lol::lol::lol:

Edmundtanso

September 20th, 2011, 08:57 PM

I agree with you!

nelly2112

September 20th, 2011, 09:06 PM

Actually all their developments after Essensa turned out to be crappy FYI.. :lol::lol::lol:

Did they do SOMA in the Fort?

Ulidia

September 20th, 2011, 09:19 PM

Did they do SOMA in the Fort?

Yes + Soho Central, Grand Soho Makati and Oxford Suites (and, I'm assuming, some others that I am not aware of).

More focus on quality of upfront marketing and imagery than end product IMO (most developers are guilty of this to some extent, but Century take it to a different level).

nelly2112

September 20th, 2011, 09:21 PM

Yes + Soho Central, Grand Soho Makati and Oxford Suites (and, I'm assuming, some others that I am not aware of).

More focus on quality of upfront marketing and imagery than end product IMO (most developers are guilty of this to some extent, but Century take it to a different level).

Thanks. Didn't know this.

jhomai14

September 21st, 2011, 03:46 AM

so whats the bottomline here forumers, sorry im no REAL ESTATE know-how, but from what i understand, DONALD TRUMP DOESN'T really owned this tower or not really aware that there is a "supertower" that is about to rise in Manila with his name on it like what the previous statements and promotions blah and blah? Did CENTURY PROPERTY only bought the name-rights of TRUMPS to make the project "mahalimuyak"?

pinksushi

September 21st, 2011, 04:45 AM

Based on what I read in previous posts, I think CPI owns the tower and they just licensed the name from Donald Trump.

Gr33nArch3r

September 21st, 2011, 05:36 AM

What i want to know is how many years can this development use the trump name? Is there any "exit" clause where trump can easily remove his name from the towers?

Eaton Square

September 21st, 2011, 07:40 AM

Lots of positive and negative speculations. But I'd say, Go for it, CPI! Prove your detractors wrong.

anone

September 21st, 2011, 07:56 AM

minsan nanloko OK lang at kahit ako ay bibili ulit sa kanila, pero makalawa, makatlo at makaapat na panloloko ay SOBRA NA, TAMA NA! kaya kung ako sa inyong nagbabalak bumili sa CPI ay mag isip isip mabuti lalo na ngayon na ang mga nakalinya nilang projects ay puro sa pangalan lang.

Azure - asan na yung pinagyayabang nilang id-design ni Paris Hilton?
Milano - Versace interior???? pag-aralan nyong mabuti yung ginamit nilang words.
Missoni - isang na naman Missoni interior daw... baka naman makulay na stripes ng pintura at furnitures lang yan.
Trump - pag-isipan yung maiigi yung Disclaimer nila.

sa ngayon ang masasabi ko ay, DON'T BUY FROM CPI!

RonnieR

September 21st, 2011, 08:03 AM

Lots of positive and negative speculations. But I'd say, Go for it, CPI! Prove your detractors wrong.

minsan nanloko OK lang at kahit ako ay bibili ulit sa kanila, pero makalawa, makatlo at makaapat na panloloko ay SOBRA NA, TAMA NA! kaya kung ako sa inyong nagbabalak bumili sa CPI ay mag isip isip mabuti lalo na ngayon na ang mga nakalinya nilang projects ay puro sa pangalan lang.

Azure - asan na yung pinagyayabang nilang id-design ni Paris Hilton?
Milano - Versace interior???? pag-aralan nyong mabuti yung ginamit nilang words.
Missoni - isang na naman Missoni interior daw... baka naman makulay na stripes ng pintura at furnitures lang yan.
Trump - pag-isipan yung maiigi yung Disclaimer nila.

sa ngayon ang masasabi ko ay, DON'T BUY FROM CPI!

Ako din. I am for this Trump Tower. Go Century Properties.

anone: Why don't you come home and check their projects/site? I happen to pass by and saw lots of construction in the area.

I wish somebody from Century can clarify the questions raised.

anone

September 21st, 2011, 08:16 AM

Ako din. I am for this Trump Tower. Go Century Properties.

anone: Why don't you come home and check their projects/site? I happen to pass by and saw lots of construction in the area.

I wish somebody from Century can clarify the questions raised.

bakit kailangaN kong makita yung project site nila? para ano para makita ko yung cranes na gamit? kung investor ako ay HINDI yan ang gusto kong makita kundi yung FINISHED PRODUCT. at saka mag google lang ako ng mga nakaraang projects nila o kaya balikan ko lang tingnan yung mga pictures na kuha ko sa unit ko sa Soho Central ay makikita ko ang PANLOLOKO NG CPI.

maniLaboy_me

September 21st, 2011, 08:48 AM

Based on what I read in previous posts, I think CPI owns the tower and they just licensed the name from Donald Trump.

^^ another sales tactic from CPI :gossip: ... :colgate:

alheaine

September 21st, 2011, 08:49 AM

^^
post some pics here.. :okay:

TokyoToffee

September 21st, 2011, 10:44 AM

RonnieR

September 21st, 2011, 10:53 AM

Good use of the English language there.....

What a retarded post.

+1 . What can you expect from anone? He associated the wearing of toga as graduation! Graduation daw in the US school calendar in September hahaha. Read his other lowly posts.

none of the above ka dyan eh ayan nga at kitang kita sa picture na umatend ng graduation. :D.... wait ka lang dahil baka sunod na pictures ni Bitoy ay yung pictures ni Noy pag cut ng ribbon o pagkain ng hotdog. :D :lol:

eto pa..... sa eroplano pa lang ay parang nangangampanya pa ang Noy. :bash: ako pag nag b-business trip ay sa eroplano pa lang ay pinaghahandaan ko na ang mga dapat kong gawin o sabihin. :D

masisi nyo ba ako eh yan kasi priority ni Noy ang umatend ng graduation, ribbon cutting at saka lamay. :D :lol:

ang sipag naman ni Noy at dumayo pa ng US para umatend ng graduation. :D :bash: baka ribbon cutting o kaya pagkain ng hotdog ang naka linya na gagawin nya. :D :bash:

http://business.inquirer.net/files/2011/09/fordham.jpg
President Aquino is conferred an honorary doctor of laws degree by the Jesuit-run Fordham University of New York on Monday. John Tognino, chair of the board of trustees, presented the scroll to the Philippine President. Watching from left are Joseph
http://www.inquirer.net/

anone

September 21st, 2011, 11:00 AM

^^ naghahanap ka ng kakampi? :D :lol: wawa ka naman. :D :lol:

RonnieR

September 21st, 2011, 11:03 AM

^^ naghahanap ka ng kakampi? :D :lol: wawa ka naman. :D :lol:

:lol: Viva Trump Tower Manila.

absolutblue

September 21st, 2011, 11:47 AM

A massive amount of people have bought already, not many (or any?) units left from the first few floors launched.

People are buying due to the location and the fact that the other condos are going up within century city.

The name is worth 9mil for a 1bed alone, better than anything manila has now or is currently seeing built (yes that included raffles)....

Trump has licensed out his name, however I still think Milano is a better buy due to Versace actually doing the interiors of the condo + the condo layout.

The century city brand will be amazing once built.

The render is great and it will hopefully turn out as good but no way will it be the best in manila. What about one roxas triangle, pacific plaza, shang grand, discovery primea, park terraces, rockwell condos etc? all are probably better imo. a branded name doesnt make it the best. unit cuts here are comparable to TRAG which has a better location.

TokyoToffee

September 21st, 2011, 05:05 PM

The render is great and it will hopefully turn out as good but no way will it be the best in manila. What about one roxas triangle, pacific plaza, shang grand, discovery primea, park terraces, rockwell condos etc? all are probably better imo. a branded name doesnt make it the best. unit cuts here are comparable to TRAG which has a better location.

Rockwell seems like an OAP home.

BGC seems nice but too many dogs...

Maybe I should have said 'Makati' instead of Manila....

Park Terrace look good but no X-Factor?
Discovery Primea and others cater for families only.
Greenbelt residences i havent actually taken a look at to be honest.

Trump will ensure this is a top end condo otherwise he wouldnt put his name on it....i really like this modern new area century city. Looking forward to my condos going up there -- will be very interesting to see how it grows !!

saintm

September 21st, 2011, 07:35 PM

I miss those tactful insights of those pioneer SSC folks.. now everyone claims to be an expert in design and real estate history. gone were the professionals, all whats left are amateurs and kids

maniLaboy_me

September 22nd, 2011, 03:50 AM

^^ marami nang nakaka-discover sa SSC forums, so pang-masa na rin siya, di lang pang-professionals .. :colgate:

wynngd

September 22nd, 2011, 08:24 AM

I miss those tactful insights of those pioneer SSC folks.. now everyone claims to be an expert in design and real estate history. gone were the professionals, all whats left are amateurs and kids

andyan pa din naman ata sila nagbabasa basa lang... inde din maiiwasan yung mga forumers na medyo dinidibdib ang pagkukulang ng mga developers... :)

mambo

September 22nd, 2011, 08:49 AM

kung tatawagin lang na trump tower so whats the benefit youll get from it...prestige ganoon lang na nakatira ka sa isang trump tower na di naman pag-aari ni donal trump

cat_thy

September 22nd, 2011, 09:46 AM

watcher09

September 22nd, 2011, 10:23 AM

to all haters of CPI! why would you think Donald Trump, Paris Hilton and Versace would partner with century properties? Because they studied and reviewed the company! A company big as TRUMP and VERSACE wouldn't just partner with small company in the philippines. They even made VERSACE and Paris Hilton go to the Philippines. just wait Early 2012 for the arrival of TRUMP. If you even saw the documentary video CPI made. Ivanka Trump said that they studied the CPI with and without them. you guys should be proud because they choose the Philippines out of all the asian countries. although they also have a trump tower in korea but it was 10 years ago. No other real estate company could bring Paris hilton, Versace, and now TRUMP. if you guys have any questions just message me

Question #1. Would you know how they've got Paris?

I'm not a hater, BTW.

TheRick

September 22nd, 2011, 02:45 PM

Rockwell seems like an OAP home.

BGC seems nice but too many dogs...

Maybe I should have said 'Makati' instead of Manila....

Park Terrace look good but no X-Factor?
Discovery Primea and others cater for families only.
Greenbelt residences i havent actually taken a look at to be honest.

Trump will ensure this is a top end condo otherwise he wouldnt put his name on it....i really like this modern new area century city. Looking forward to my condos going up there -- will be very interesting to see how it grows !!

Too many dogs. :lol:
What is OAP home?
Grrnbelt Residences best location in Makati.

nelly2112

September 22nd, 2011, 03:07 PM

to all haters of CPI! why would you think Donald Trump, Paris Hilton and Versace would partner with century properties? Because they studied and reviewed the company! A company big as TRUMP and VERSACE wouldn't just partner with small company in the philippines. They even made VERSACE and Paris Hilton go to the Philippines. just wait Early 2012 for the arrival of TRUMP. If you even saw the documentary video CPI made. Ivanka Trump said that they studied the CPI with and without them. you guys should be proud because they choose the Philippines out of all the asian countries. although they also have a trump tower in korea but it was 10 years ago. No other real estate company could bring Paris hilton, Versace, and now TRUMP. if you guys have any questions just message me

You all know that Trump is sly and crafty businessman right? There have been multiple bankruptcies declared by Trump. So stop making him out to be this great businessman. Plus the Obama birth certificate fiasco was so dumb. He looked like such an idiot. Hard to believe he actually tried to run for president of the US.

Read this:

http://www.mademan.com/mm/how-many-times-has-donald-trump-filed-bankruptcy.html

nickmanila

September 22nd, 2011, 03:11 PM

Bloomberg News this morning.

Donald J. Trump, the U.S. billionaire real-estate developer, is planning to put his name on projects in China and Japan as he expands his brand in Asia after developments for South Korea, the Philippines and India.

China’s 300 million middle-class population and their aspirations for brands and lifestyles make it an attractive market, said Eric Trump, executive vice president of development and acquisitions at Trump Organization. Japan is similar, he said, adding that the company is in talks with various partners in both markets.

“Asia is very powerful, it’s booming and it really values brands and lifestyles associated with brands,” Trump, who is a son of Donald Trump, said in a phone interview from New York on Sept. 20. “We had some very successful projects in the Korean market which made us start looking at Asia as a whole.”

The New York developer and reality TV star is seeking to build his brand by putting his name on luxury properties in Asia to appeal to a growing number of millionaires. Asia-Pacific millionaires outnumbered those in Europe for the first time in 2010, according to a survey by Capgemini SA and Bank of America Corp. Asia’s 3.3 million high-net-worth individuals had $10.8 trillion in assets, compared with the $10.2 trillion accumulated by their 3.1 million counterparts in Europe, according to the report in June.

‘Aspire for Brands’

Developed markets have matured and reached a certain level of brand consciousness, now its Asia’s turn to aspire for brands,” said Ashutosh Limaye, director of strategic consulting at the Indian unit of Jones Lang LaSalle Inc. “In Asia, we have seen the demand for branded consumer goods and products, now that’s extending to branded real estate.”

Trump’s latest venture in Asia is a luxury residential tower in Manila that’s being constructed by Century Properties Inc., a Philippine developer, which has the license to use the brand. It will be called Trump Tower Manila.

Asian buyers “can afford to buy the best,” Trump said, citing the developer’s Waikiki project where Japanese buyers accounted for 15 percent of the more than $700 million in sales in just four hours. “We appeal to the top 1 percent in terms of demographics.”

The 55-story Manila building, expected to be completed by 2016, will be part of a 3.4 hectare development in the financial capital of Makati, Robbie Antonio, managing director at Century Properties, said in an e-mailed response to queries from Bloomberg News. The 220 apartments ranging from 600-square-foot units to 4,300-square-foot penthouses will be priced between $208,000 and $2 million, he said.

Spa, Yoga Studio

The tower will include a fine-dining restaurant, spa, fitness center, a yoga studio, as well as a juice bar, sun deck and lap pool, according to a statement from the developer.

Trump has apartment projects in Seoul, the only Asian location where it has developments, according to its website.
The Trump brand has licensed projects from the U.S. to Panama and Turkey, and has buildings from skyscrapers in Manhattan to condominiums in Tijuana, Mexico.

In India, Trump is planning a luxury residential tower in Mumbai, where he has tied up with a local developer for the company’s first venture in the south Asian nation. Trump will also lend his brand to apparel and fashion accessories in the country. Sales for the Mumbai tower will start fairly soon, Trump said in the interview.