THE SAPPHIRE guarantees you accessibility and convenience amidst your on-the-go lifestyle - keeping you in touch and at the same time keeping you at home. It provides instant access to things that matter most in your active and busy schedule.

THE SAPPHIRE's insiping Art Deco architecture will surely stand out amidst the gray and unexciting structures in the city and with the distinction of a stylish address comes the convenience that the prime location provides.


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ongoing na ang construction nito, mas nauna pa sa marco polo hotel kaso naunahan na ng marco polo ang construction

updates??? dito

[QUOTE="tita01"]

Calling RLC boys for updates.

any updates on this project? I like the the design of this project "art deco" :)

tigil ang movement dito, yung crane ginamit muna sa pearl project, nandyan na yan noon,ngayon andun na sa may pearl drive, di kasi strategic ang place at subrang delikado ang lugar na yan sa mga holdaper, ayaw ng ortigas at pasig police na mag duty dyan, may nono sa punso daw dyan at may black lady pa,hehehehe

tigil ang movement dito, yung crane ginamit muna sa pearl project, nandyan na yan noon,ngayon andun na sa may pearl drive, di kasi strategic ang place at subrang delikado ang lugar na yan sa mga holdaper, ayaw ng ortigas at pasig police na mag duty dyan, may nono sa punso daw dyan at may black lady pa,hehehehe

I've never heard of this story before.. Is this true? I think the transfer of heavy equipment is true..

tigil ang movement dito, yung crane ginamit muna sa pearl project, nandyan na yan noon,ngayon andun na sa may pearl drive, di kasi strategic ang place at subrang delikado ang lugar na yan sa mga holdaper, ayaw ng ortigas at pasig police na mag duty dyan, may nono sa punso daw dyan at may black lady pa,hehehehe

parang kilala kita ah!!!!!^^^^^^^^welcome back

alam mo na yan

anyway, yung crane sa site truly trinansfer sa pearl, wala na dun sa site, last november or september i think may mga crane parts sa loob, ngayon ala na

any pics???

any pics???

Quiet ang thread na to..paging RLC Boys.

naku mukhang hindi ito na-market ng RLC nang tama. or baka wala na masyadong demand.

sayang,maganda siya kung hindi matutuloy.art deco kaparehas ng legrand sa eastwood

naku mukhang hindi ito na-market ng RLC nang tama. or baka wala na masyadong demand.

I think that's the concern of too many marketable projects...they just started the focus selling, I hope this would eventually move the project with the right sales velocity.

sayang,maganda siya kung hindi matutuloy.art deco kaparehas ng legrand sa eastwood

Tuloy ang project. RLC can't afford to discontinue a project at this time, given those competitors around.

pag kakaalam ko lang u\c na ito eh????

wala atang paki ang RLC boys natin bevepi.

wala atang paki ang RLC boys natin bevepi.

They are more focus on other marketable project ng RLC..Nasa Galeria ako sa thurs hopefully i could shoot sa pearl, sonata & sapphire..

They are more focus on other marketable project ng RLC..Nasa Galeria ako sa thurs hopefully i could shoot sa pearl, sonata & sapphire..

Sorry guys, ngayon lang ulit ako nagka-time na mag-SSC. well, wala pa naman advice na galing sa loob na nag-start na ang construction.
But the good news is, RLC already bought the adjacent lots beside Sapphire Tower. So, yung parking na katabi ng ETON loft all the way RLC na may-ari.....
There will be 4 towers but we don't have the final plan for this....


Ryan Alluarte
Account Manager ( In-house Agent )
09158136469
robinsonsland08@gmail.com
www.robinsonsprojects.weebly.com

wow, mukhang malaki tiwala ng RLC sa ortigas area.

wow, mukhang malaki tiwala ng RLC sa ortigas area.

That's true todjikid! as you can see, parang home town ng RLC ang ORTIGAs, they start way back at Galleria Regency then followed by, East Of Galleria, then SOnata tower 1 and 2, Sapphire and lastly is Allegro all in all they have 6 buildings only at ORTIGAS area, and syempre in marketing side, konti lang ang kalaban ng RLC sa Ortigas unlike in BGC.

dont forget the 2 cyberscapes.

dont forget the 2 cyberscapes.

just referring to residential buildings. If include the offices, there will be the Robinsons Corporate tower 1 and 2, Robinsons Equitable tower and the 2 soon to be cyber-buildings. :)

Hey Rye. FYI Lang..SMDC got the lot beside Poveda beside ADB din so don't be so sure..apparently, RLC might be getting worried that some prime lots in the Ortigas area are being acquired by SMDC which is suppose to be the turf if RLC..

oh...healthly competition...bengene, condo pa rin ba ang itatayo ng SM?

Sama mo pala ang Benguet Center ng SM.

Sama mo pala ang Benguet Center ng SM.

According to info, it will be residential building though it could be a BPO building din since the demand in the area is for BPO is increasing..for the Poveda property im sure it will also be residential..

grabe one day, magigising na lang tayo, pagaari na ng SMDC corp ang pilipinas. :) ung bang sa lot dun sa tabi ng teleperformance sa shaw/edsa, SMDC din un dba? may balita na ba dun? TY.

Hey Rye. FYI Lang..SMDC got the lot beside Poveda beside ADB din so don't be so sure..apparently, RLC might be getting worried that some prime lots in the Ortigas area are being acquired by SMDC which is suppose to be the turf if RLC..

WOW! that's great sir, in my opinion, magkaiba ang market ng RLC and SMDC, pero malamang maging hot cake yan kapag residential building. eto ba yung dating parking/auto sale?

grabe one day, magigising na lang tayo, pagaari na ng SMDC corp ang pilipinas. :) ung bang sa lot dun sa tabi ng teleperformance sa shaw/edsa, SMDC din un dba? may balita na ba dun? TY.

hehehe. it only shows na SMDC's growing very very fast...... they know how to market their projects.

WOW! that's great sir, in my opinion, magkaiba ang market ng RLC and SMDC, pero malamang maging hot cake yan kapag residential building. eto ba yung dating parking/auto sale?

Yup..currently there is boom of the middle income bracket which is being enjoyed by SMDC right now, it is the reason why other developer are creating that kind of market segment..Ayala has Amaia which is affordable than their avida products, camella condo of villar, RLC also has the communities though..

Yes Rye that's exactly the property..looks like they are eyeing it as light 3. Light 2 is in the pipeline already, it the eveready property which also happens to be in EDSA.

grabe one day, magigising na lang tayo, pagaari na ng SMDC corp ang pilipinas. :) ung bang sa lot dun sa tabi ng teleperformance sa shaw/edsa, SMDC din un dba? may balita na ba dun? TY.

I think you are referring to the eveready property before the teleperformance building..it is where the light 2 will be located.

SMDC looks like its ready to saturate the market and is just as ready to take on that risk, while RLC is on the more cautious side and focusing on the more upscale segment (Allegro and Sapphire). My problem with SMDC is that the downpayment may appear small but its also just as expensive (if not more expensive) than avida on a per square meter basis.

I think you are referring to the eveready property before the teleperformance building..it is where the light 2 will be located.

yes thats it! :) grabe naman. tabi tabi ang projects ng SMDC.

Remember, the Sy's are negotiating with the Ortigas group for the controlling stake in the latter. That could probably make the Sy's the biggest landlord in MM, next only to the government. This augurs well for the Ortigas CBD.

SMDC looks like its ready to saturate the market and is just as ready to take on that risk, while RLC is on the more cautious side and focusing on the more upscale segment (Allegro and Sapphire). My problem with SMDC is that the downpayment may appear small but its also just as expensive (if not more expensive) than avida on a per square meter basis.

if we will compute the projects per square meter, its almost same but just like what you said, the down payment or may i say their monthly amortizations are very very affordable, that is why kinagat sila ng market, well.... it's their marketing strategy and it's very effective on their part.... :)

Remember, the Sy's are negotiating with the Ortigas group for the controlling stake in the latter. That could probably make the Sy's the biggest landlord in MM, next only to the government. This augurs well for the Ortigas CBD.

I think this is already a done deal..

latest??

latest??

Hi Al!
musta na? san ka ngaun?
:)

^^ ?

ANy idea about this project? Like to know more about it and how much it cost man.

ANy idea about this project? Like to know more about it and how much it cost man.

Good day Sir!
The Sapphire tower is our 5th project in Ortigas center. 1 bedroom unit has the floor area of 30sq.m., 33sq.m. and 37sq.m. the 2 bedroom has 45sq.m. and 60sq.m. while the 3 bedroom is 97 sq.m.

The project will be finish on Sept. 2015.

For other details you can email me at robinsonsland08@gmail.com or text/call 09158136469

visit my personal website at: www.robinsonsprojects.weebly.com


Thanks,
Ryan Alluarte

nag ground breaking na po si Sapphire last week!!!! :banana:

What is the price like for 1BR?

What is the price like for 1BR?

1 bedroom cost 2.9M in pesos to 3.8M in pesos.
Would like to ask for your email add so I will be able to send the proposal in your email. Kindly P.M. para private. :)

May 04,2012 Friday
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ung vacant lot :)

I wonder why this project is so quiet? Nobody interested?

I wonder why this project is so quiet? Nobody interested?
That's the outcome if a developer is so conservative..a project slows down in sales.

This Project look good but location wise, the Allegro / Sonata is much better IMHO.

That's the outcome if a developer is so conservative..a project slows down in sales.

This Project look good but location wise, the Allegro / Sonata is much better IMHO.

That's why there is a difference in price. But the Sapphire is still a good investment.

That's why there is a difference in price. But the Sapphire is still a good investment.

Yes it is since its in the heart of Ortigas CDB..but they have to push more to further increase the sales velocity..remember there are a lot of other projects around the same area..Project is great, they should just maximize the potential..IMHO

Yes it is since its in the heart of Ortigas CDB..but they have to push more to further increase the sales velocity..remember there are a lot of other projects around the same area..Project is great, they should just maximize the potential..IMHO

^^^^
I think RLC is making a good move. At least lahat ng sale na pumapasok with regards to Sapphire are sure buyers. Wala masyadong marketing Gimmick or mga pakulo. kaya wala din back out sales na nangyayari.

Construction on site!!! :banana::banana::banana:

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Whole property

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For inquiries or any related concern:
Ryan Alluarte
0915-8136469
robinsonsland08@gmail.com
www.robinsonsprojects.weebly.com

any development around ortigas is a good sign!

Still considering if I should get a unit here. But stocks have been badly beaten up last 2 weeks...and the cashflow got to be conserved for the next 'big' down turn coming soon.

Still considering if I should get a unit here. But stocks have been badly beaten up last 2 weeks...and the cashflow got to be conserved for the next 'big' down turn coming soon.

This is a good project. Right in the heart of Ortigas. You won't go wrong here. I did consider this but I bought Sonata.

Price wise is really reasonable but I kanna burn 2 weeks from stocks....got to wait for a few more months before I can commit again. The Greece thing is cause equity market to be in deep fall man.

This is a good project. Right in the heart of Ortigas. You won't go wrong here. I did consider this but I bought Sonata.

how big is the studio and whats the price?

how big is the studio and whats the price?

^^^^
No studio unit. 1bedrooms are available at 30sq.m. 33sq.m. and 37sq.m..
you can click the link below for more details:

http://robinsonsprojects.weebly.com/sapphire-tower-1.html

or you may P.M. me your email so I could you investment proposals.

Regards,
Ryan Alluarte\
09158136469
robinsonsland08@gmail.com
www.robinsonsprojects.weebly.com

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1 Bedroom Units

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2 Bedroom Unit

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3 bedroom unit

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Thanks rye for the info..

I think the 60 sqm 2 BR can be converted into a 3 BRs. Thisway one can maximize rentals. Anyway how much us this unit?

I think the 60 sqm 2 BR can be converted into a 3 BRs. Thisway one can maximize rentals. Anyway how much us this unit?

its approximately 6 million to 6.5 million pesos depending in the location of the units.

P.M your email for the sample computation.

thanks and god bless!

its approximately 6 million to 6.5 million pesos depending in the location of the units.

P.M your email for the sample computation.

thanks and god bless!

Wow. That's quite a lot. Maybe the 33 sqm may yield a better return. The bedroom is big. Could probably fit in 2 double decker beds here. What say you?

Wow. That's quite a lot. Maybe the 33 sqm may yield a better return. The bedroom is big. Could probably fit in 2 double decker beds here. What say you?

If i will be based on the availability chart. the 37sq.m. 1 bedroom and the 60sq.m.. 2 bedroom are the one who sold faster.

What is the current market rental for a similar unit in that area?

What is the current market rental for a similar unit in that area?

500peso to 600 peso per square meter.

500peso to 600 peso per square meter.

Thanks. Would it be better to maximize space by having more rooms so that we can fit more beds and rent out at 8k per bed?

Thanks. Would it be better to maximize space by having more rooms so that we can fit more beds and rent out at 8k per bed?

some of the condo nearby offers bed space, 5k to 8k per bed. but, unit owners must be prepared to face problem in this kind of rental concept as the unit owner cannot monitor the boarders 24/7, unless the unit owners will stay also in the other bedroom.

Hi there!

Would like to advise you guys, that 2 of my colleagues are going to Singapore this week. if you want to present the project of your interest, kindly P.M. me your number/home address, so they will set an appointment with you in your most convenient time. They will arrive in Singapore this Tuesday at 10a.m. and they will be back here in manila on June 2.

Hope you will have time for the project presentation.

Thanks and God Bless!


Ryan Alluarte
09158136469
robinsonsland08@gmail.com
www.robinsonsprojects.weebly.com

2012 June 8...

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^^ wushu! excavation on going.. :D

matatakpan din ata ng sapphire ang unionbank at marco polo from this vantage point.

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grabe! takpanan fever na!

any news when will the sapphire tower 2 be launched?

any news when will the sapphire tower 2 be launched?

No formal announcement coming from the office.
We have several unit at tower 1 to choose from.

Ryan Alluarte
In-house agent
0915 813 6469
robinsonsland08@gmail.com

Good day Guys!!!

Would like to update you about our Financing Plans.
Below are our standard payment schemes available and the 20/80 scheme is the lightest scheme we have.

In the computation below, I Include the standard RLC discount, but as I said, All SSC member are entitled to receive SPECIAL discount coming from me. Just P.m me your email address and Mobile number so I will be able to discuss to you the details. (try my computation then if you are not happy, compare mine to other agents here)

This is applicable only until end of this month......
Reserve now........:banana::banana::banana:

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Note: the 3bedroom idicated on the sample computation above is just a typical 3bedroom unit.
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If you have preferred computation in mind, just let me know and I will try to ask for approval from the management.


For Inquiries,
0915 813 6469
robinsonsland08@gmail.com
www.robinsonsprojects.weebly.com

Good day to all :)

I've attended our technical briefing for the New Development of The Sapphire. New name for this project is The Sapphire Bloc. They have added more features and amenities for this project particularly to the 1st Tower (North Tower) such as Al- Fresco and Gourmet Restaurants, Wellness Center, Driver's Lounge with Toilet on Basement 1, Laundromat also at Basement 1. There will be six 1 br units with balconies on the Mezzanine Floor on the North Tower.

Robinsons acquired the adjacent lot along Onyx Road making the 2,500 sqm lot to 8,421 sqm. There will be 4 towers namely North (1st), West (2nd), East (3rd), & South (4th) Tower.

Will be posting the renderings one of these days for the benefit of all.

Have a great day. God bless :)

any updated construction pics?thanks

Good day!

Construction at The Sapphire Bloc- North Tower started last February this year. Will try to get some photo's for the benefit of all members here in The Sapphire thread.

Have a great day everyone :)

Can one agent from Robinson email me at yhanie_17@yahoo.com.

Hi yhanie_17,

Good day!

Email sent :)

Thank you and God bless

Good day!

Here's the link for the new details and development of The Sapphire Bloc:

The Sapphire Bloc North Tower New Development (http://flic.kr/s/aHsjCjb5D9)

Have a great day everyone :)

four towers wow...great addition to the Ortigas skyline !

Yes. Another good thing about the development is that the gourmet/ al fresco dining restaurants as well as the wellness and retail shop is open for public that's a new destination or a new area that you can visit and relax while enjoying the ambience of the Ortigas CBD :)

I Found it by the help of Mr. Google. :)

Ishare ko lang po.:)


Disadvantages of glass walls
Shanghai Star. 2004-08-12
ALTHOUGH the glass facade looks striking, glare remains a major problem.

As most glass curtain walls cannot be opened, ventilation is another issue that needs special attention.

Glass is also poor in terms of heat preservation, leading to higher costs in the operation of air-conditioners.

Some apartment and office buildings with glass curtain walls have inferior fire-proofing. Some countries such as Japan and Germany have forbidden the use of large areas of glass walls because this form of construction becomes a pathway for fire to spread rapidly.

In case of fire, glass walls collapse before people can be completely evacuated from the building.

A fire in the 62-storey First Interstate Bank Building in the US on May 4, 1988, spread at astonishing speed from the 12th floor upward.

(Star News)


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Saan ba facing ang project na ito? Sa Sapphire side? So likod yung Garnet?

Yes. Another good thing about the development is that the gourmet/ al fresco dining restaurants as well as the wellness and retail shop is open for public that's a new destination or a new area that you can visit and relax while enjoying the ambience of the Ortigas CBD :)

This is good news for me. I live in Eton, I might benefit from this years from now (if I'm still living there by that time). :D

Saan ba facing ang project na ito? Sa Sapphire side? So likod yung Garnet?

This is good news for me. I live in Eton, I might benefit from this years from now (if I'm still living there by that time). :D

The Sapphire Bloc is bounded by 3 Roads, Sapphire, Garnet and Onyx. Drop off is facing Onyx Rd. :)

Saan ba facing ang project na ito? Sa Sapphire side? So likod yung Garnet?

This is good news for me. I live in Eton, I might benefit from this years from now (if I'm still living there by that time). :D


ang lalim na ng hukay nito and the footprint is huge. kitang kita ang activities dito from GET. so you have a unit in Eton, that building looks great from my GET unit. any news about Eton's 2nd tower?

The Sapphire Bloc is bounded by 3 Roads, Sapphire, Garnet and Onyx. Drop off is facing Onyx Rd. :)

So Gilid ang Garnet/Sapphire. Any new renders?

so you have a unit in Eton, that building looks great from my GET unit. any news about Eton's 2nd tower?

None so far. Personally, I want to keep it that way as long as possible. Para di sya masyadong dense. :D Malaki nga lang dues per sqm babayaran since konti lang nagshe-share.

from GET's roof deck once can see closely the progress of 3 RLC projects in the area: Sapphire, Cyberspace Alpha and Beta. all are just a few steps away from GET.

So Gilid ang Garnet/Sapphire. Any new renders?



None so far. Personally, I want to keep it that way as long as possible. Para di sya masyadong dense. :D Malaki nga lang dues per sqm babayaran since konti lang nagshe-share.
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here's the link for the changes of the development

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=217177765078803&set=a.217177731745473.52532.100003597431938&type=1&theater

4 towers na :)

Yes it's 4 towers already. Ground floor will have al- fresco and gourmet restaurants. It will also house wellness shops and establishments that will cater the basic everyday needs of the unit owners living the complex.

off. name is Sapphire Bloc not sapphire residences?

off. name is Sapphire Bloc not sapphire residences?

Yes titao01. Official name is The Sapphire Bloc. :)

As of 2012 1116...
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Robinsons launches four Ortigas towers
By Jenniffer B. Austria | Manila Standard Today | Posted on Nov. 20, 2012 at 12:01am

Robinsons Land Corp., the property company of the Gokongwei Group, on Monday launched its newest mixed-use development in the Ortigas central business district.

The property, called Sapphire Bloc, sits on an 8,400-square meter lot along Sapphire, Garnet and Onyx streets in Ortigas.

The block is master-planned to contain four residential towers and 2,000 square meters of commercial development.

The first tower will be a 38-story structure that will offer 408 units and generate as much as P1.6 billion in sales.

One-bedroom units ranging from 30 to 37 square meters will cost P3 million to P4.16 million while two-bedroom ranging from 45.5 to 60 square meters will fetch P5 million to P6.7 million. Three-bedroom units with a size of 97 square meters will cost P10.77 million.

The first tower will be ready for turnover to buyers by 2016.

Robinsons Land assistant vice president for leisure Trina Cipriano said a 20-percent downpayment for a unit may be payable for 46 months, or for a monthly amortization of P12,000. Buyers can fund the balance through bank financing.

“We are bullish in Ortigas as a central business district. We are confident that our projects will continue to sell,” Cipriano said.

The commercial center will be the biggest lifestyle mall in Ortigas that will feature gourmet restaurants, dessert bars and coffee shops and services and wellness centers.

The Sapphire Bloc will be designed by W.V Coscolluela and Associates.

Robinsons Land vice president for business development Mybelle Gobio said the next three buildings would be taller and offer more units for sale.

Source: http://manilastandardtoday.com/2012/11/20/robinsons-launches-four-ortigas-towers/

More News

Robinsons Land unveils project in Ortigas CBD
By Doris C. Dumlao | Philippine Daily Inquirer | Monday, November 19th, 2012 | 6:02 pm

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MANILA, Philippines—Robinsons Land Corp. of the Gokongwei group has unveiled its biggest property project at the Ortigas central business district to date—a lifestyle-oriented block consisting of four residential towers and a retail hub.

RLC acquired additional parcels of land in Ortigas to form the 8,300-square-meter “The Sapphire Bloc,” which will have four residential towers and a 2,000-sqm retail space for gourmet restaurants, dessert bars as well as coffee shops and service outlets, officials said in a briefing on Monday.

In an interview, RLC vice president for business development and financing Mybelle Aragon-Gobio said RLC originally owned only 2,500 square meters of land in the area that was supposed to accommodate only two residential buildings. But encouraged by the strong takeup of the first Sapphire tower, she said RLC took the opportunity to acquire adjacent properties foreclosed by banks and come out with this development bounded by Sapphire, Garnet and Onyx streets.

Aragon-Gobio said the 38-story first tower, which was launched a year ago, would likely yield P1.6 billion in sales revenue. RLC has now sold 60 percent of the 408 units in the first tower. The 40-story second tower, which will have 482 units, will be launched next year.

RLC will turn over the residential units in tower 1 by 2016, when the retail component on the ground floor opens its doors to the public, she said.

The Sapphire Bloc is offering one-bedroom units, the biggest of which measures 37.30 sqm, for P4.16 million. Two-bedroom units, measuring 60 sqm, are selling for P6.74 million. The three-bedroom units, at 97 sqm, go for as much as P10.77 million.

The units are effectively selling for around P110,000 per square meter.

Aragon-Gobio said the project was in line with RLC’s thrust toward “selective prudent expansion” in the residential property market.

“We’re focusing on the market that’s more stable,” she explained.

The Art Deco-inspired project is designed by W.V. Coscoluella and Associates, one of the country’s top architecture firms.

Source: http://business.inquirer.net/93786/robinsons-land-unveils-project-in-ortigas-cbd

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RLI unveils largest lifestyle dev’t in Ortigas
By Zinnia B. Dela Peña | The Philippine Star | Tuesday | Updated November 20, 2012 | 12:00am

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MANILA, Philippines - Robinsons Land Corp. unveiled yesterday its biggest lifestyle block development in the Ortigas central business district which will showcase art deco architecture as it aims to bring back the glory days of Manila.

The Sapphire Bloc, which will rise on an 8,400-square meter property at the intersection of Ortigas Center’s Sapphire, Garnet and Onyx streets, will feature four residential towers and a 2,000-sqm. retail area, offering exceptional gourmet restaurants, dessert bars and coffee shops.

During the project’s launch yesterday, RLC vice-president for sales and marketing May Precilla said they have expanded the project from 5,000 sqm to capitalize on the strong demand for residential and commercial projects in Ortigas.

“Originally, we were looking at just two buildings so when there was an opportunity for us to acquire more properties adjacent to the project, we jumped at it. We are very bullish about Ortigas and we’re confident this project will continue to sell”, she said.

Precilla said the first two residential buildings, North and West Towers, will have a total of 890 units with sizes ranging from 30 sqm to 97 sqm.

The 38-story North Tower, which will house 408 units, is slated for turnover to buyers by 2016. The three other towers will be taller and will offer more units. Expected sales from the first tower is P1.6 billion.

Units will be sold at P110,000 per sqm. A one-bedroom unit will sell for P3 million to P4.6 million each while the two bedroom units with sizes ranging from 45.5 sqm to 60 sqm, are priced at P5 million to P6.74 million.

Three-bedroom units, all with a standard size of 97 square meters, will sell for P10.59 million to P10.77 million.

The project will be developed under the Robinsons Residences brand and designed by one of the country’s top architects, W.V. Coscoluella and Associates.

Apart from being a great investment, The Sapphire Bloc offers great perks. A virtual concierge has been set-up to aid you in everyday task such as housekeeping, laundry, and even delivery needs. A qualified resident is given an RLC lifestyle card that provides access to loyalty entitlement and privilege discounts.

Source: http://www.philstar.com/business/2012/11/20/868727/rli-unveils-largest-lifestyle-dev%E2%80%99t-ortigas

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RLC Launches P6.4-Billion Flagship Lifestyle Bloc Development In Ortigas
By JAMES A. LOYOLA | Manila Bulettin | Monday | November 19, 2012 | 5:03pm

Robinsons Land Corporation is launching, under the Robinsons Residences brand, its new P6.4 billion flagship lifestyle block development – The Sapphire Bloc – its biggest development in Ortigas center.

According to RLC vice president for sales and marketing May Precilla, The Sapphire Bloc sits on an 8,400-sqm. property in the Ortigas Center. The Sapphire Bloc features four residential towers and a 2,000-sqm. commercial development.

RLC vice president for business development Mybelle Aragon-Gobio said the first tower will have a sales value of P1.6 billion while the other three towers are seen to fetch more since these will be taller and prices may appreciate.

Envisioned to provide ultimate convenience, The Sapphire Bloc offers one-of-a kind retail units and efficiently designed living spaces.

This Art Deco-inspired development will also offer top-notch amenities to complement the active lifestyle of its residents.

Bounded by Ortigas Center’s Sapphire, Garnet and Onyx Streets, The Sapphire Bloc is a pedestrian-friendly development which makes access to prominent business, commercial health and educational institutions easier.

The retail component will be Ortigas’ Biggest Lifestyle Bloc. Offering exceptional gourmet restaurants, dessert bars and coffee shops and services that will provide a holistic approach to wellness, The Sapphire Bloc is set to be the new lifestyle destination.

Units to be sold range from 30 square meters to 97 square meters while each floor at The Sapphire Bloc has an optimal number of units to avoid congestion.

The Sapphire Bloc offers one-bedroom units ranging from 30 to 37.30 sqm. for an affordable price of P3.0 to P4.16 million, two-bedroom units with sizes ranging from 45.50 to 60 sqm. priced at P5.0 to P6.74 million and three-bedroom units at 97 sqm. for a price of P10.59 to P10.77 million. (JAL)

Source: http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/382150/rlc-launches-p64billion-flagship-lifestyle-bloc-development-in-ortigas

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Robinsons Presents The Sapphire Bloc
Art-Deco Inspired Building Will Be Lifestyle Center In Ortigas
by Manila Bulettin | Monday | November 19, 2012, 6:21pm

Investments made on gemstones are often considered a wise and promising venture. The same highly regarded quality is mirrored in the latest condominium development of Robinsons Land Corp., the Sapphire Bloc.

Strategically located in the center of Ortigas District, the four-tower residential and commercial development, sits on a 8,421-sqm property bounded by Sapphire, Garnet and Onyx Roads. It is envisioned to become the newest stand-out leisure destination in the area, as the new project will be offering a comfortable and convenient lifestyle through its well-designed residential towers and a unique commercial lifestyle bloc component on its ground floor.

“Robinsons Land Corporation aims to set the new standard in residential developments in its home, the Ortigas CBD. With this in mind, The Sapphire Bloc will be Ortigas’ biggest lifestyle bloc,” said Mybelle Aragon-GoBio, VP for Business Development and Financing.

The end goal, simply put, is to satisfy the discerning needs and wants of the active and career-oriented individuals, whose lifestyles demand the convenience of owning an abode at the heart of the city.

“Being located within a pedestrian-friendly Ortigas CBD, we are promoting the ‘walkable lifestyle’. The Sapphire Bloc will be a walkable destination where one can find gourmet restaurants, dessert bars and coffee shops. It will also offer services and shops that will provide a holistic approach to wellness to its customers. Its Lifestyle Bloc will showcase a one-of-a-kind retail mix that will make it a premium investment,” Ms. Aragon-GoBio said.

“Through the art-deco inspired project, Robinsons Land Corporation gives value to your money by giving you efficient-designed living spaces and various amenity offerings the feel of the authentic lifestyle offered by its retail component,” she added.

Among these top-notch amenities that will guarantee comfort are function rooms, private theater, game room, fitness/gym, adult swimming pool, kiddie pool, pool deck, massage/sauna rooms, lawn, children’s playground, gazebo, viewing deck and landscaped areas.

Rising 38 stories high, The Sapphire Bloc will have a total of 414 units with cuts ranging from 30 sqm to 37.3 sqm for a one-bedroom unit (priced between P3 million and P4.08 million); 45.5 sqm to 60 sqm for a two-bedroom unit (P4.9 million to P6.6 million); and 97 sqm for a three-bedroom unit (P10.42 million to P10.6 million).

Source: http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/382179/robinsons-presents-the-sapphire-bloc

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4 towers. hanep! talk about density in the already dense Ortigas :cheers:

4 towers. hanep! talk about density in the already dense Ortigas :cheers:

YUp 4 towers na po. Ortigas Area is one of the business district, kaya expect na marami pang maitatayo na mga building dito and also in the peripherals of OBD.

RUSH SALE

Hi SSC members & lurkers - repost ko lang po in case you have friends interested to purchase a Sonata unit at tower 2. I'm still selling mine with a discount of at least 250k for the unit based on the current list price.

I got a 1 BR at 51sqm and have paid for around 24months already. Feel free to PM me for more details.

Thanks!

I'm interested in acquiring a unit here. Does anyone have any info, update and feedback ( positive and negative). Thanks!

I'm interested in acquiring a unit here. Does anyone have any info, update and feedback ( positive and negative). Thanks!

i can send you details. kindly p.m. me your email add and contacts.

Hi SSC Members,

I will be representing Robinsons Land International Sales in Middle East and would like to take and offer this wonderful earning opportunity for individuals who would like to become a Robinsons Land Broker in Middle East.

The qualified applicant must be residing or working in Middle East and has an existing network on their respective areas.

For interested parties, please pm me your full name, email address and contact number so we can send and discuss the details.

Generous commissions awaits for successful candidates.

Thank you and God bless.


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Area Sales Manager for Middle East
International Sales- Robinsons Land Corporation
Mobile Phone: +63.9279828698
E-mail: siobal.jerwin@yahoo.com

RUSH SALE

Hi SSC members & lurkers - repost ko lang po in case you have friends interested to purchase a Sonata unit at tower 2. I'm still selling mine with a discount of at least 250k for the unit based on the current list price.

I got a 1 BR at 51sqm and have paid for around 28months already. Feel free to PM me for more details.

Thanks!

nothing interesting, but these will fill in some empty lots in ortigas.

Sapphire Residences
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Nice aerial shot of Ortigas Center.

Thanks for the aerial tita. Beautiful. Just wondering, looking at the perspectives...doesn't this condo project extend all the way to Onyx Rd?

I thought 4 towers would be too many units to fill, but after reading several articles about the real estate market NOT slowing down...I guess just keep building em!

Thanks for the aerial tita. Beautiful. Just wondering, looking at the perspectives...doesn't this condo project extend all the way to Onyx Rd?

opo. the project is bounded by 3 roads, Sapphire, Garnet and Onyx road.

kawawa naman yung mga nasa inner units.

kawawa naman yung mga nasa inner units.

bakit naman kawawa? kumuha ka ba ng unit dito? :cheers:

I assume there are a lot of very knowledgeable condo purchasers and sellers in the forum. So it's common sense that a condo unit with a limited view is cheaper, right? I'm sure the developer will find a way to sell those "inside" units either by a lesser price or via demand (the latter is unlikely because there are so many other condos to choose from).

I assume there are a lot of very knowledgeable condo purchasers and sellers in the forum. So it's common sense that a condo unit with a limited view is cheaper, right? I'm sure the developer will find a way to sell those "inside" units either by a lesser price or via demand (the latter is unlikely because there are so many other condos to choose from).

we're not selling this condo because of view. the number one reason why this project sell fast is because of its location and quality of the unit. And besides, its located in central business district, that's why we can''t give the assurance to our buyers a good view.

If our buyers want a good view we have project in Cebu, dun sigurado maganda ang view mo.

Just like what you said, there are lots of knowledgeable condo purchasers here in the forum.........

Siguro naman po, alam nila, when investing in a condo unit, they always think aboUt the
LOCATION....
LOCATION....
&
LOCATION....

not the

VIEW.

Thanks for your input rye. I trust your response...it does say "agent" on your profile so Im sure you've sold plenty of units already. I agree, if I were to rank the important reasons of buying real estate...No. 1 reason has to be LOCATION. I have to admit though...it wouldn't hurt to open my curtains in the morning and be in awe of what i'm seeing in front of me outside of my window (whether it be from a house/lot, 2nd floor condo, or penthouse condo).

I'm glad to hear that the units are selling fast. I'm actually semi-surprised. I really thought the PH or at least OBD will have a surplus in residential units in the near future. All the rave and talk seems to be about BGC these days...

Thanks for your input rye. I trust your response...it does say "agent" on your profile so Im sure you've sold plenty of units already. I agree, if I were to rank the important reasons of buying real estate...No. 1 reason has to be LOCATION. I have to admit though...it wouldn't hurt to open my curtains in the morning and be in awe of what i'm seeing in front of me outside of my window (whether it be from a house/lot, 2nd floor condo, or penthouse condo).

I'm glad to hear that the units are selling fast. I'm actually semi-surprised. I really thought the PH or at least OBD will have a surplus in residential units in the near future. All the rave and talk seems to be about BGC these days...

No questions about BGC. Alam mo naman po ang pinoy eh, kung ano uso dun sila.

BGC, is a wonderful place to buy a condo if your purpose is for retirement, lalo na po na kung nasanay ka na sa SUPER organize na country like SG,U.S. ..etc.

As per Sapphire, this location is also good because, first it's located in Business district, then second magtatayo po ng Marco Polo sa tapat nito, so expect, like any property na kapag may natayo na kilalang establishments or business beside or malapit sa property mas maganda ang appreciation ng property.

All 2 bedroom, 60sqm units at the Sapphire are inner units and won't have much view after completion of all 4 towers. As such, I didn't have much option when I was selecting a unit.

But I went ahead with the purchase considering the location of the project and the fact that there are only 7 units on my floor, which are more important considerations for me than a nice view.

Thanks Rye and Raymond for the superb assistance! I'm happy kahit sa Airport ng midnight we managed to close the deal. Bought a 1 bedroom unit from him dito sa Sapphire Bloc. :cheers: Cheers to my future neighbors here! :)

yep true. units are fewer here compared sa unit ko in Sea Residences, Roxas Blvd. (SMDC).. yan din isa sa basis ko kaya i considered getting in RLC this time instead of SMDC. plus i really like the location kasi i used to be a call center agent dito sa Ortigas.

I was going to ask Rye about the effects of the Marco Polo Hotel. But he already mentioned something about it hehe. Since the hotel is suppose to be a 5-star hotel (i'm not sure what 5-star entails tho), the mere presence of it being across the street I think will add value/prestige/reputation to the Sapphire Bloc condos.

Doownn/Razor -- great buy at sapphire in my opinion. i think the marco polo hotel will benefit sapphire residents than vice versa, in terms of renting out condo units if you don't intend on living in the unit. If marco polo hotel nightly rates are too high, then potential guests can simply look up rooms for rent at sapphire and still eat/lounge at the restaurants/bars in the hotel.

and also....

i should mention that, based on the perspectives in this thread, the sapphire bloc has its own identity and prestige to be proud of once it's completed (and does not necessarily have to rely on adjacent properties to make itself valuable).

thanks TTF.. i hope it is a good decision when it comes to rental rates. still a looong way to go for me to retire din. only 28 yrs old. this is only for investing purposes.

great site and much better ang design compared sa ( ugly ) Eton Emerald Lofts

yep true. units are fewer here compared sa unit ko in Sea Residences, Roxas Blvd. (SMDC).. yan din isa sa basis ko kaya i considered getting in RLC this time instead of SMDC. plus i really like the location kasi i used to be a call center agent dito sa Ortigas.


I remember your post before sa Sea Residences :) you always mention too na bata ka pa heheheh

I guess siguro kung nag decide ako na mag SG nun mga 2006 sana may narating na din ako dyan :(

I remember your post before sa Sea Residences :) you always mention too na bata ka pa heheheh

I guess siguro kung nag decide ako na mag SG nun mga 2006 sana may narating na din ako dyan :(

Its never too late. :)

Its never too late. :)


i actually did last last year pero iba na situation dyan pre kaya i know :)

i got my unit now in sea residences and i'm renting it out now:
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mostly ng mga unit owners in sea residences, ay medyo oldies na. i know 1 unit owner na 30+ and mostly 40+ na.

and now, 28 yrs old. old na din. hahaha but still too early to retire. :nuts: will be older pag naturnover si sapphire bloc. :lol:

i got my unit now in sea residences and i'm renting it out now:
http://www.condorentalz.com/unit-12.html

mostly ng mga unit owners in sea residences, ay medyo oldies na. i know 1 unit owner na 30+ and mostly 40+ na.

and now, 28 yrs old. old na din. hahaha but still too early to retire. :nuts: will be older pag naturnover si sapphire bloc. :lol:

Hi neighbour.

ey, huanggua.. my rich neighbor! :) how are you? did you also get a unit here in sapphire bloc?

ey, huanggua.. my rich neighbor! :) how are you? did you also get a unit here in sapphire bloc?

No. But I did consider this project. Good developer and location. But at the end I went for Sonata and The Allegro.

sonata is awesome! specially the amenities but of course units is more expensive. i wonder, if the rental rates in ortigas is also good like in sea res/roxas blvd?

sonata is awesome! specially the amenities but of course units is more expensive. i wonder, if the rental rates in ortigas is also good like in sea res/roxas blvd?

I think Sea Residences is phenomenon. Don't think Ortigas will match at the moment.

yes, i agree for now. but next 3 yrs. let's see how.. there will be a lot of condo developments around the area (shell res, shore res, breeze res, monarch suites, bayshores, oceannaire, etc)...

yes, i agree for now. but next 3 yrs. let's see how.. there will be a lot of condo developments around the area (shell res, shore res, breeze res, monarch suites, bayshores, oceannaire, etc)...

Yes. But by then the casinos and theme parks will also be up. Will these add to the demand? Sea, Shell and Shore. Which is better? I believe Sea has the best location.

can't wait to see the developments in Philippines after 3 -5yrs from now.. :cheers:

There's a lot of development here in Pinas.
First the entertainment city, and to address the traffic, there's also a plan for a skyway along EDSA. wow! kaka-excite....

Another record breaking sa economy ng Pinas.....
Excellent.....

No. But I did consider this project. Good developer and location. But at the end I went for Sonata and The Allegro.

did you get your unit at Sonata already?

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Got these images from skyscrapercity's facebook page.

Speaking of addressing traffic and pollution -- the Ortigas Foundation is trying to address car/pedestrian traffic and pollution issues in OBD by proposing adding more "green" areas/parks and constructing an elevated walkway as wide as the street (above Onyx Rd from Metrowalk to MegaMall) just for pedestrians so private/public vehicles on the street can access MegaMall/MRT stations with less traffic and for pedestrian safety.

It sounds a little far fetch but at least it has been proposed. But then again, the President and even Ayala Corp has been mentioning the importance of improving our infrastructure...so maybe our leaders are just thinking ahead and trying to anticipate potential issues when we're building so many scrapers. Hope this happens in OBD!

did you get your unit at Sonata already?

Yes. In Tower 2.

PH now more attractive to foreign investors

By Kathleen A. Martin, ABS-CBNnews.com
Posted at 02/05/2013 4:46 PM | Updated as of 02/06/2013 4:51 PM


MANILA, Philippines - More foreign firms are now constantly keeping tabs on Philippine firms amid the country's strong macroeconomic conditions, the investment banking arm of India's Religare Enterprises Ltd. said on Tuesday.

"Everytime you talk about the Philippines, there's only always some 10 companies interested [in it]. But now, every investor is looking at the Philippines," John Sturmey, managing director at Religare Capital Markets (Hong Kong) Limited, said in a briefing in Makati.

"Basically, it has the best macroeconomic story in the region right now... [and] the macro story is seen sustainable and there is a lot of liquidity," he added.

The Philippine economy expanded by a faster-than-expected 6.6% in 2012, breaching government's target and surprising markets.

Sturmey further said there is a "good chance" the local bourse may rise 20% to 30% again this year, riding on the bullishness of the Philippine economy.

And in order to take advantage of the Philippine growth story, Religare Capital Markets is set to open a unit in the country in the next six months after recently getting a regulatory approval to do so from the Securities and Exchange Commission.

"We see the Philippines as a huge opportunity," Sutha Kandiah, managing director and head of investment banking at Religare Capital Markets Corporate Finance Pte. Ltd. in Singapore, said in the same briefing.

"The current regime is doing a phenomenal job getting Philippines' corruption level addressed, inflation is coming down, economic growth being delivered is between 6% to 7%, the external and deficit levels have been addressed and the policies are fantastic," Kandiah continued.

Kandiah also pointed out the country is "on the verge" of getting its first investment grade rating amid the robust economy.

The Philippine unit, which will be selling securities to interested foreign investors, is expected to focus on 20 to 25 Philippine Stock Exchange-listed companies by next year from the current five firms Religare Capital Markets is dealing with right now.

"We're looking at a lot of real estate companies at the moment," Kandiah said.

Despite the rosy picture painted about the Philippine economy, Kandiah noted the 2016 presidential elections may bring uncertainty to domestic markets.

"The elections this year is a non-event... but as we get closer to the presidential elections, the transition will be a trigger event that we have to keep an eye on," Kandiah said.

Religare Capital Markets' Philippine unit will deal mainly with equity capital markets business and M&A (mergers and acquisitions) advisory, Sturmey said.

He added the local unit will not be dealing with the fixed income business.


http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/business/02/05/13/ph-now-more-attractive-foreign-investors

Yes. In Tower 2.

I will post some photos of 2 bedroom unit and penthouse unit at Sonata Thread later, after putting some watermarks. :)

Yes. In Tower 2.

i mean, was it turned over to you already? i guess not yet, since your from tower 2 pala.

i mean, was it turned over to you already? i guess not yet, since your from tower 2 pala.

Not yet. I was given 36 months to pay the down payment. So far I think I have paid just over 20 instalments. Anyway I am not anxious for the turnover. I am now facing more turnovers than I can manage. I am severely stretched to the limit.

I will post some photos of 2 bedroom unit and penthouse unit at Sonata Thread later, after putting some watermarks. :)

Thanks.

3 weeks ago

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2 weeks ago First Concrete Pouring
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thanks for the update! :)

Hope this push through, they have it in Makati anyway...


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Got these images from skyscrapercity's facebook page.

Speaking of addressing traffic and pollution -- the Ortigas Foundation is trying to address car/pedestrian traffic and pollution issues in OBD by proposing adding more "green" areas/parks and constructing an elevated walkway as wide as the street (above Onyx Rd from Metrowalk to MegaMall) just for pedestrians so private/public vehicles on the street can access MegaMall/MRT stations with less traffic and for pedestrian safety.

It sounds a little far fetch but at least it has been proposed. But then again, the President and even Ayala Corp has been mentioning the importance of improving our infrastructure...so maybe our leaders are just thinking ahead and trying to anticipate potential issues when we're building so many scrapers. Hope this happens in OBD!

Most likely matutuloy sya...

http://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/index.php?page=view&type=1006&menu=1348&nr=2267
http://business.inquirer.net/70801/adb-leeding-way-to-green-growth

Anyone know the specifics to the Sapphire Bloc in terms of # floors and whether it is all-residential or "mixed-use"?


Went on yahoo and found this site (dont know if it's legit): http://www.sapphirebloc.com/the-sapphire-bloc-siteplan.html


It says Tower 1: 38 flrs, Tower 2: 40 flrs; Tower 3 & 4: 48 flrs...and that it's mixed for residential and commercial.

Anyone know the specifics to the Sapphire Bloc in terms of # floors and whether it is all-residential or "mixed-use"?


Went on yahoo and found this site (dont know if it's legit): http://www.sapphirebloc.com/the-sapphire-bloc-siteplan.html


It says Tower 1: 38 flrs, Tower 2: 40 flrs; Tower 3 & 4: 48 flrs...and that it's mixed for residential and commercial.

do u have unit here? kuha ka na para neighbors na tayo. :cheers:

it's mixed. 1st level is retail shops and 2nd floor amenities. hmm.. rye paki-explain po. i forgot yung sinabi nya. lol.

mostly of the websites sinasabing they are mixed res:

www.sapphirebloc.com
www.sapphirebloc.net
http://robinsonslandhomes.wordpress.com/2013/02/01/ortigas-center-condo-the-sapphire-bloc/
http://www.rlcproperty.com/the-sapphire-bloc.html

I see I see. That's what I thought. I thought it meant part of the units (above the amenities level) will be occupied by businesses/commercial stuff. Yea I can see from the perspectives that there will be stores on the ground level and the pool/amenities on the 2nd level.

Thanks d.

yep and starting 3rd floor and up will be res units. :)

Good to know. I prefer a condo that is not mixed in with business offices. I know that most condos usually have commercial/retail stuff on the 1st/Ground floor anyways to cater to its own residents.

I have a feeling Sapphire decided to have 48 floors for Towers 3 and 4 as some type of response to Marco Polo (41 floors). But I may be wrong...

I guess when this project is completed, it will have its "own" or "exclusive" community or village feel to it (like The Grove) since it has 4 buildings (more than the usual 2-tower feel) plus a large lot w/ 3 streets to enter/exit from.

Anyone know the specifics to the Sapphire Bloc in terms of # floors and whether it is all-residential or "mixed-use"?

It says Tower 1: 38 flrs, Tower 2: 40 flrs; Tower 3 & 4: 48 flrs...and that it's mixed for residential and commercial.

YUP, this is true.

it's mixed. 1st level is retail shops and 2nd floor amenities. hmm.. rye paki-explain po. i forgot yung sinabi nya. lol.

For more privacy of the residents, the residential lobby are facing each other in the middle portion of the lot.

I will check kung san ko na-save yung soft copy ko ng plan.

Residential units starts from 2nd floor (units with balcony ), pero wala pa po kaming price list for the 2nd floor units. So ang hawak po namin na price is 3rd floor pataas lang.
So sa 2nd floor meron amenities and limited na residential units.


@doownn, narecive mo na po ba yung O.R. mo and receiving copy ng mga documents?

hi rye, yes i got my docs today. thanks to you for the follow up and to raymond na din. :)

Thanks for the info Rye. You have any idea of the completion date for all 4 towers? 2016? 2017?

Thanks for the info Rye. You have any idea of the completion date for all 4 towers? 2016? 2017?

For the first tower the turn over date will be on September 2015, But it will depend on the month you purchased the unit or you avail the promotional term. For the next three towers, The company did not give us any details yet, But Robinsons Land usually start with the 60 month payment terms. For example if Robinsons Land launch the second tower of The Sapphire Bloc by the year 2014 the delivery date will be on the year 2019 there is always a 5 years construction and selling stage.

^ is RLC already marketing/selling units on the second tower?

Rye, do you know when the launch-time was for the first tower? I presume it was in 2011 since you said there's a 5 year construction period. And yea...has the selling begun for the 2nd tower?

^ is RLC already marketing/selling units on the second tower?

not yet...

Rye, do you know when the launch-time was for the first tower? I presume it was in 2011 since you said there's a 5 year construction period. And yea...has the selling begun for the 2nd tower?

I don't recall when it was launch, I will check my client's file to be sure....

has the selling begun for the 2nd tower?

not yet....

yesterday.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8387/8538661688_c1cbf42a88.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/nez2014/8538661688/)
Sapphire Block (http://www.flickr.com/photos/nez2014/8538661688/)

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8247/8537557617_f38335439d.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/nez2014/8537557617/)
Sapphire Block (http://www.flickr.com/photos/nez2014/8537557617/)
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8376/8538660940_cf2133ca00.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/nez2014/8538660940/)
Eton Emerald & Sapphire Block (http://www.flickr.com/photos/nez2014/8538660940/)

wow! appreciate much nez yung mga pics mo. thank you. :)

^^you're welcome, doownn. will try to post updates here pag nagawi uli ako sa ortigas.

March 21, 2013....
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg108/vavaboom2k7/SapphireBloc.jpg

any updated pics of the project guys?

^ Construction is on-going 2-3 floors above the ground; that should be the podium of the first 2 towers.

Update: May 3, 2013....
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg108/vavaboom2k7/DSC_0109.jpg (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/vavaboom2k7/media/DSC_0109.jpg.html)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7363/8715224043_2518b102ac.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/nez2014/8715224043/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7313/8715228673_c281fe1fd7.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/nez2014/8715228673/)

Rye, do you know when the launch-time was for the first tower? I presume it was in 2011 since you said there's a 5 year construction period. And yea...has the selling begun for the 2nd tower?

As per technical briefing..North Tower started August 2010, construction period is 2012 to 2015, turn-over date is somewhat 2015 last quarter. FYI

Thanks bevepi.

Has RLC started selling units for the 2nd tower? Would you happen to know the completion date for the 2nd tower?

Thanks bevepi.

Has RLC started selling units for the 2nd tower? Would you happen to know the completion date for the 2nd tower?

Second tower, not yet for sale. If RLC will launch the second tower this year:
2013 to 2015 : preselling stage (2 years preselling)
Plus 3 years construction period... So most probably 2018 will be the turn over.
This is only based in my experience.
All the final details will depend to RLC decision.

wow! grabe naman katagal pala ng project na ito bago matapos lahat. lumang luma na ang tower 1 (north tower) by the time na turnover na ang tower 4 :P

2010 to 2013 : preselling stage, Plus 3 years construction period - turnover: 2015 / tower 1
2013 to 2015 : preselling stage, Plus 3 years construction period - turnover: 2018 / tower 2
2015 to 2017 : preselling stage, Plus 3 years construction period - turnover: 2021 / tower 3
2017 to 2019 : preselling stage, Plus 3 years construction period - turnover: 2024 / tower 4

wow! grabe naman katagal pala ng project na ito bago matapos lahat. lumang luma na ang tower 1 (north tower) by the time na turnover na ang tower 4 :P

2010 to 2013 : preselling stage, Plus 3 years construction period - turnover: 2015 / tower 1
2013 to 2015 : preselling stage, Plus 3 years construction period - turnover: 2018 / tower 2
2015 to 2017 : preselling stage, Plus 3 years construction period - turnover: 2021 / tower 3
2017 to 2019 : preselling stage, Plus 3 years construction period - turnover: 2024 / tower 4

Well, it depends when will RLC launch the second, third and fourth tower.
Compare to Sonata, RLC launched and open for sale the second tower in less than 1 year.

thanks rye08.

how about the service/restaurant/retail units on the ground level...will those be in operation even if the 3rd and 4th towers are not completed?

also, do you know the floor to ceiling (or floor to floor) measurement for a standard condo unit?

thanks rye08.

how about the service/restaurant/retail units on the ground level...will those be in operation even if the 3rd and 4th towers are not completed?

also, do you know the floor to ceiling (or floor to floor) measurement for a standard condo unit?

I dont have idea for the commercial spaces on the ground floor.
With regards to floor to cieling height,Almost all RLC projects has 2.9meters (3.1 floor to floor). Some developer has 2.7meters floor to cieling hieght.

west tower of the Sapphire block will be launch next week. PM me if you need details.

west tower of the Sapphire block will be launch next week. PM me if you need details.

Tama ang calculation ko...... idagdag ko na lang po ang details sa site ko.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATES

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Thanks rye for the construction updates! :)

Saw the terms of payment of West tower, its 48 months to pay plus 1 month on the retention so Turn-over date is 2nd quarter of 2017.

Saw the terms of payment of West tower, its 48 months to pay plus 1 month on the retention so Turn-over date is 2nd quarter of 2017.

I already saw the Payment Scheme. in my opinion, this is the first project under the Residences Brand that has 48 moths to pay, unlike our other Condominium project, we usually starts at 60 months,this time it's different. Maybe gusto ata isabay ng RLC ang turn over with the first tower. :banana:

If we are using the 48 months and we will formally launch the second tower this month, the turn over will be June 2017.... :)

Reservation this month : May 2013
48 months to pay : June 2013 to May 2017
Retention/Balance due date : June 2017

Thanks rye for the construction updates! :)

No worries Ma'am, mag-dagdag pa ko kapag nasa area ako. Magiging mabilis na po ang construction nyan..... right now they are working at the 3rd level.

thanks for the update rye and bevepi!

does someone know if the floor to ceiling height of the condo units on the amenities floor will be bigger? looking at the third to last picture above, the current floor theyre working on seems smaller than the previous floors beneath it...

thanks for the update rye and bevepi!

does someone know if the floor to ceiling height of the condo units on the amenities floor will be bigger? looking at the third to last picture above, the current floor theyre working on seems smaller than the previous floors beneath it...

Yes. The unit at the Mezzanine floor are much higher compare to the typical floors. I forget the exact height for those units located at the mezzanine. Will check it again.

Will they be a lot more expensive





Yes. The unit at the Mezzanine floor are much higher compare to the typical floors. I forget the exact height for those units located at the mezzanine. Will check it again.

magkanu ang 2 BR - 60Sqm d2? Anyone knows? West Tower ba yng Tower 2?

How would you compare this with DMCI Condo when it comes to unit cut, pricing and amenities?

Thanks,

Will they be a lot more expensive

Most probably, the price of West Tower (Tower 2)will be a little bit higher compare to the North Tower (Tower 1). But,if we will compare to other competitor around the area, It still reasonable, given that the location of The Sapphire Bloc is still in Ortigas Business District., plus the construction of Marco Polo is in full swing. (in front of The Sapphire Bloc)

magkanu ang 2 BR - 60Sqm d2? Anyone knows? West Tower ba yng Tower 2?

How would you compare this with DMCI Condo when it comes to unit cut, pricing and amenities?

Thanks,

Yup, West Tower is the second tower. Kindly P.M. me your email add so I can give you initial details of the project.... or you may send me email at robinsonsland08@gmail.com or visit my site at www.sapphire-bloc.weebly.com for more info.

We cannot compare DMCI project with RLC projects. Every developer have their pros and cons.....

Hi Rye08 - I send you an email. Thanks.

Hi Rye08 - I send you an email. Thanks.

Got it jazz4u.... Sent my reply...
Many thanks.

Maybe u can help still deciding and some lower floor tower 1 available and a lot cheaper however I am told garnet view and road then 10 story building will be there

Anyone know how bad the obstruction will be for below 10th floor units let's say 7g or other like that

Thoughts?

Maybe u can help still deciding and some lower floor tower 1 available and a lot cheaper however I am told garnet view and road then 10 story building will be there

Anyone know how bad the obstruction will be for below 10th floor units let's say 7g or other like that

Thoughts?

Hi Sir!

If you want I can send you more detailed info to help you to decide.(P.M. me your email add)

Regarding the obstruction, unit 7-G is not facing Garnet road. Its facing Sapphire road....... You will have the view of Marco Polo Hotel which is now under construction......

You may check the lay out here : http://sapphire-bloc.weebly.com/lay-out.html

How much of an obstruction will it be and how High will hotel be

How much of an obstruction will it be and how High will hotel be

At the moment, there's no obstruction for the units facing Sapphire Road, Kindly check this photo update...

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With regards to the Hotel, I don't know how many stories will it be, but definitely it will much higher than the Sapphire West and North Tower.

Yeah thanks po it is across the street so not completely blocking but will definitely have an impact on the view.

appreciate it :)

At the moment, there's no obstruction for the units facing Sapphire Road, Kindly check this photo update...

https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/417875_424708240980012_719936511_n.jpg

With regards to the Hotel, I don't know how many stories will it be, but definitely it will much higher than the Sapphire West and North Tower.

Yeah thanks po it is across the street so not completely blocking but will definitely have an impact on the view.

appreciate it :)

Yup, its not totally obstructed by the hotel, but RLC is not selling this project because of view. WE are selling this project because of its very nice location and quality of units. If you will have a nice view in the future, its a bonus.

FYI, the lot in front of The Sapphire Bloc (Sapphire Road), is currently a parking space for employees from Ortigas Building (The low rise building on the left)

hi, do they have commercial space here?

I just see so much cheaper for 6th floor i guess