Pre selling condominium unit along Chino Roces Ave. Makati City. Nice condo and amenities , price are flexible and affordable . we have 3 towers and very close to the malls like Makati Cinema SQUARE, Walter mart, and Greenbelt Area. floor areas are 21sqm up to 52sqm.

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

Francisco Licuanan.... he used to be with Ayala Land.

The Beacon development looks like the two side towers will be at least 35 floors with the middle building around the 44ish? this is a similar layout to TRAG.

Does anyone have any further info on this development? I will look at the new Beacon thread.

if this will be the layout, then, it will be more likely, yes, of The Residences. But the design layout of this is more likely middle class unlike TRAG upscale.

Reminds me of that Burgundy project that never got built.

We need a clear rendering on this.

So this is besides the Makati Cinema Square. Finally we see it.

hmm Kaiku was also consulting for Greenfield and now he's here as well.

Si Licuanan lang kilala ko sa pic, eh yung iba, anyone of them from another prominent company before?

from an ad I found....

THE BEACON
Chino Roces Ave. Makati City, Makati City
Selling Price: PHP 1.1m

DESCRIPTION
Pre selling condominium unit along Chino Roces Ave. Makati City. Nice condo and amenities , price are flexible and affordable . we have 3 towers and very close to the malls like Makati Cinema SQUARE, Walter mart, and Greenbelt Area. floor areas are 21sqm up to 52sqm.

^^ 21 to 52 sqm? i think we'll be seeing 20-something units to a floor here

I think the third one is Mr. Colayco (formerly from LPHI) and Rightmost is Arch. Albert Yu of ASYA..

No wonder it looks like TRAG, two of them came from Ayala. :D

Any news on the number of floors?

I saw this on the net, the units look quite small?

THE BEACON (MAKATI CBD CONDOMINIUM)

Sample Computation:

Studio unit - 6th floor - 21 sq.m.

TCP: P 1,405,000

20% DP: P 281,000
Reservation Fee: P 20,000
Net DP payable in 18 months at P 14,500 / month

80% Balance through bank loan - P 13,300 / month*
*Estimated monthly amortization on a 15-year bank loan at 9.75% interest p.a.

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2 Bedroom Flat - 6th floor - 42 sq.m.

TCP: P 2,810,000

20% DP: 562,000
Reservation Fee: P 40,000
Net DP payable in 18 months at P 29,000 / month

80% Balance through bank loan - P 26,600 / month*
*estimated monthly amortization on a 15-year bank loan at 9.75% interest p.a.

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3 Bedroom Flat - 6th floor - 63 sq.m.

TCP: P 4,215,000

20% DP: P 843,000
Reservation Fee: P 60,000
Net DP payable in 18 months at P 43,500 / month

80% Balance through bank loan - P 40,000 / month*
*estimated monthly amortization on a 15-year bank loan at 9.75% interest p.a.

Note: Other charges are not yet included

Target turn over of the 1st building is early 2011.

Lorenzo is from RCBC

For those who’ve worked hard. For those who strive hard to reach their goals and continue to set new ones. For those who shine brighter each day.

Welcome to THE BEACON

Priceless Expertise

Geo-Estate is led by visionaries backed by years of experience from the country's largest real estate firms, translating to valuable insights. We know what you want, we know what you need, and we will deliver everything as promised.

The Address

Located in the heart of Makati, The Beacon is just steps away from churches, schools, hospitals, malls, and the Makati Central Business District.

Larger Than Life Conveniences

Enjoy full-scale amenities, like:

A Wide Array of Choices

Available in modular units of:

Studio
2-Bedroom
Loft Unit
Garden Unit
450sqm resort-inspired pool
300m jogging trail with exercise stations
225sqm 2-level gym
7,000sqm landscaped garden
Commanding 360 degree view from the 200sqm rooftop garden

Concept

The Beacon was borne from the desire of its designers to change the paradigm of what a high rise residential development can be. It achieves this by being one of the only developments in Makati City to be built on a large property (almost a hectare) in a highly desirable location. On top of that it will have full-sized amenities and services that are above and beyond what similar developments can offer. The Beacon will also give you a well-finished unit housed in a stunning three tower complex destined to become a new, distinct landmark on the Makati skyline.

All of this is available at a generous price and with easy financing plans that can fit any budget. It is a superior value product that will fulfill your aspirations NOW while giving you sustained value throughout your life.

Design

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The Beacon will have a striking architectural design that will embody the dynamic lifestyle of a modern urban dweller. Built upon a expansive podium, three stunning towers shine amidst a vibrant cityscape.

The Beacon’s dazzling glass façade and clean lines will make it stand out in the Makati skyline. The towers have also been carefully designed so as to allow each unit to have an unobstructed view of the city. The Beacon has also been planned as an environmentally-responsible development by minimizing its energy consumption through the extensive use of passive cooling and natural lighting.

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Location

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Makati City is the center for business and commerce not only in Metro Manila, but the whole Philippines. It is also a hub for leisure and entertainment with world-renown shopping and commercial centers. It is a dynamic, cosmopolitan city that draws people from all walks of life and all corners of the globe. Whether you live to work, or live to play, this is the city to be in.

The Beacon will be built on a nearly 1-hectare lot strategically located at the intersection of two major roads, Don Chino Roces Avenue and Ramon S. Arnaiz Avenue in Makati City.

Its prime location will give you direct access to EDSA and South Super Highway and places you within walking or close driving distance to the Makati Central Business District as well as the world-class restaurants and stores of Ayala Center.

The property is just a 15-minute drive from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport and the other municipalities of Metro Manila are easily accessible through EDSA via Arnaiz or Chino Roces.

The Beacon is also conveniently located within walking distance from prominent private schools and is directly adjacent to Don Bosco Church and Makati Cinema Square. It is also just a few minutes drive to Makati Medical Center.

Amenities

Swimming Pool
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The 450 square meter resort-inspired swimming pool will have a sunken deck as well as covered lounge areas where you can relax and unwind. If you’re more athletically inclined you can use either of the two 50-meter lap lanes.

Right beside the main pool will be a children’s pool and a toddler’s wading pool where the youngest of the Beacon’s residents can splash and play in safety.

Fitness Center

The Beacon puts a complete fitness and wellness center right at your doorstep. Burn a few calories in the 220 sq meter bi-level gym. After your workout you can have a refreshing massage at the private spa.

Sky Lounge

The tops of the Roces and Amorsolo Towers will have rooftop gardens while the Arnaiz Tower will have an enclosed Sky Lounge. Here you can relax while enjoying a commanding 360 degree view of the Manila, Taguig, and Ortigas skylines.

Mini Theater

Treat yourself or your guests to night at the movies. Choose a title from a library of DVD titles, or bring your own. At The Beacon, an exciting cinematic experience is just a few footsteps away.

Gardens

7,000 square meters of the podium will be devoted to landscaped gardens. Practice your Tai Chi in one of the meditation gardens or start your day with a brisk jog around the 300 meter jogging trail, complete with exercise stations.

Other Amenities

Playground

A place where kids can be kids and enjoy the outdoors while in the middle of the city.

Day Care Center

A safe and fun place to leave the kids while you’re out during the day.

Function Rooms and Lounge

The function rooms can be combined and divided to suit your needs. This is complemented by an expansive lounge area.

Lobby Concierge

Enjoy the luxury of having your own concierge service. Need a message delivered or an item picked up at the grocery? Our concierge service will make it as easy as picking up your phone.

Chambermaid

The Beacon offers a quick and convenient cleaning service that can keep your home clean without the need to keep full-time house help..

Shuttle Service

Need to get somewhere quick? You can take advantage of a paid shuttle service exclusive to The Beacon residents. The service will cover key locations in Makati and surrounding areas.

Property Management

Leaving town? Rest easy. The Beacon’s property management service can look after your unit and even help you find a tenant.

Units/Floor Plans

Standard Unit Finishes

Living/Dining area

Main Door – Solid HDF door with door chime
Doorknob – Lever-type lockset with door viewer
Floor – Homogeneous Tiles (60x60)
Walls Finishes - Plain cement finish with flat latex paint

Bathroom

Door – Flush door
Doorknob – Lever-type
Floor – Homogenous Tiles (60x60)
Wall Finishes – 1.2m high homogeneous tiles (60x60), plain cement finish with latex paint
Toilet
Wash Basin with pedestal
Shower Enclosure
Water Heater (attached to shower)
Exhaust Fan
Towel Holder
Soap Dish

Bedroom

Door – Flush Door
Doorknob – Lever-type lockset
Floor – Laminated wood flooring (3 color options)
Walls Finishes - Plain cement finish with flat latex paint
Provision for bedroom closet

Kitchen

Electric Cooktop – 2 Burners for Studio and 1 BR-Loft; 4 Burners for 2-BR (Standard and Loft) and Combined Units
Range Hood
Granite Countertop
Modular base cabinet with overhead cabinets (4 color options)

Unit

Exterior windows – Powder coated aluminum casement with fixed panel
Ceiling - Painted plain cement finish

Masonry

Bedroom/Living room partition – Ficem board dry wall/ 4” CHB
All interior walls except walls with embedded pipes or panel boards – Ficem board dry wall/ 4“ CHB Walls between units – 6” CHB
Bathroom – 6” CHB/4”CHB

Payment Terms

Own a Studio (21 sqm) for as low as 11,659 a month.

Own a 2 Bedroom unit (48.6 sqm) for as low as 36,099 a month.

Own a 1 Bedroom Penthouse Loft (38.4 sqm) for as low as 29,299 a month.

Development Team

Architect of Record: Albert S. Yu (ASYA Design)

Interior Design: Asuncion Berenguer Inc.

Project Manager/QS: Asian Technicon (ATMCI)

Engineer of Record

-Structural: Aromin Sy (ASAI)

-Airconditioning and Ventilation: DL Lagman Engineering

-Electrical: M.A. Alix & Partners

-Plumbing & Fire Protection: Figueroa & Associates

Geotechnical/Soils: Dr. Salvador F. Reyes

Traffic Consultant: SMDI Consultants Inc.

Flood Study Consultant: DCCD Engineering Corp.

Elevator Consultant: Meinhardt, Phils.

The Beacon development looks like the two side towers will be at least 35 floors with the middle building around the 44ish? this is a similar layout to TRAG.

Does anyone have any further info on this development? I will look at the new Beacon thread.

The reason I ask I have bought in tower 2 on the 41st floor (for the views!!!) I have seen a recent update on sales and only 6 floors of the 2 bed units (out of 32) that face the new development have sold.

In total nearly all units in tower 2 facing Makati have sold, with only about 50% facing this new development.

@kevinlondon:

The Beacon -

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/The%20Beacon/TheBeacon.jpg

Columns Legazpi Village -

Ok here goes:

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y215/jafhoy/Columnsite3.jpg

let's hope it will look very similar to TR@G and wish it will not have a better rendering than the actual tower. :cheers:

What is the offical number of floors?

I believe the presence of Mr. Licuanan gives this project an Ayala like standard in quality, architecture and luxury. I hope this upstart company becomes successful. I like the similarities with TRAG. I wouldn't be surprised if these towers become even more successful and beautiful than TRAG. He was the brains of Ayala Land before he retired. So I expect the same attention to detail with his previous works.

:angel:@kevinlondon:

The Beacon -

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g227/tcc_0888/The%20Beacon/TheBeacon.jpg

Columns Legazpi Village -



Stunning.:angel:

from Arnaiz (Pasay Road).. diba walang road going to Pasong Tamo? kasi Skyway na yun.. so you have to go around pa via amorsolo then left then left again to Pasong Tamo??

^^ 44F, 50F, and 44F

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the design is kinda wavy. i like it!

What is the offical number of floors?

@kevinlondon... if thomasian is right that the 3 towers are gonna be 44, 50 and 44 floors in height then I think your views from your Columns unit on the Amorsolo side would be blocked.

yeah the perspective looks nice. i hope it was not tweek to much to make it took that way.

from Arnaiz (Pasay Road).. diba walang road going to Pasong Tamo? kasi Skyway na yun.. so you have to go around pa via amorsolo then left then left again to Pasong Tamo??

there is... pero one-way road lang siya for those from Pasong Tamo going to Greenbelt.... pero kung pabalik you have to go around MCS...

uy.. ganda nito ah.. akala ko yung TRAG din ito.. heheheh

Looks like Residences nga!
Where is the model unit.

wow given the price and location this is a good bargain, the new rendering is quite nice. How far is this from the Trevi project?

I like the postion of the towers

looks like pasay road is becoming a condo-area.....base level with beacon, mid level with columns at legaspi, and high end with TRAG....all in one street...from Don Bosco - Makati CInema Square to Greenbelt...

Looks like the Makati CBD is really expanding really fast. In the south, we have Pasong Tamo developments with the Beacon, ETON's latest buildings and the development at the corner of EDSA as the latest structures. In the northern side, Century City, adjacent to Antel's development, is the development to watch. Rockwell continues to expand as well. Very exciting!!

Please watch out for the redevelopment into a new growth stretch of Chino Roces Ave, (formerly Pasong Tamo) from EDSA in the south down to JP Rizal Avenue in the north. That approximately is a 3-kilometer stretch culminating to the Sta Race track, which will be the Rockwell version of that side of Makati.

Flickr find...

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hindi ba maingay 'yang area na yan ng Pasong Tamo? it's a very busy street.

maingay din, pero tahimik na pag weekends. saka medyo malayo ng konti yung residence bldg sa kalsada. tingin ko lang ah. isarado na lang ang bintana. :D

looks good. but...oh, great just what the area needs: more people = more traffic

I saw the scale model at Landmark last Sunday. Yung 2 shorter buildings ok lang, medyo glassy. Pero the one in the middle, too much concrete at maliliit ang windows parang yung mga Gateway something-something building na ginagawa sa Pioneer area sa Mandaluyong.

Chino roces though has very narrow roads and the intersections are really traffic gridlocks.

Add to that the flooding in the area and the "yellow submarines".:lol: I dont know if the local govt of Makati already made some improvements/repairs of the drainage system in that particular stretch.:)(paging Binay!)

http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Real%20Estate&p=49&type=2&sec=37&aid=2008021491

Makati’s new discovery
Philippine Star
Friday, February 15, 2008

The Beacon, a benchmark-setting high rise residential condominium at the corner of Chino Roces and Arnaiz Avenue (formerly Pasay Road), had its grounbreaking ceremony recently — just three months after official selling began.

Leading the ceremony were project principals such as Helen Dee, Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation chairman; Lorenzo Tan, RCBC president; Roberto Jose Castillo (EEI president and CEO); Architect Albert Yu; Francisco Licuanan III, Geo Estate Development Corp. and New Pacific chairman; and Manuel Colayco, Jr., Geo Estate and New Pacific president.

“Today, we start construction of The Beacon here in Makati City. With its offer of a strategic location and superior lifestyle amenities at a generous price, The Beacon is the perfect home not just for professionals but students, retirees and families as well. The Beacon concept is also reshaping the condo lifestyle, providing residents their own sanctuary within this busy district. Residents will truly enjoy the convenience and comfort of living in this condo,” said Edwin Siongco, VP marketing and sales.

The Beacon’s location, right in the core of thriving Chino Roces Avenue, makes it the leading light in the bustling Makati district.

magkano na ang /sqm dito?

Hi,

Judging from the posts I have read so far I can sense this might be good value.

Any more detail about it?


cent

a friend of mine wants to get a unit here for rental purposes. she's asking me for advice. i'm not too familiar with the project, the info that i know comes from here.

what do you think guys of the project? of the developer?of the location? how much na ba ang running rate of the area? can this be easily rented out? is it wise to invest here? please give your two cents.

thanks!

^^ it is also a good investment since its near don bosco as well.. actually, all the locators that the columns at legaspi village enjoys such as greenbelt will be advantageous as well to beacon investors..

i think its cheaper than columns..

^^ yes, agree with that. it will not suffer the same flooding problem that Oriental Place might be getting into as Beacon is strategically placed at the corner of Pasong Tamo and Pasay Rd.

i have noticed last week that they have new streamer saying...'rising as promised' or something like that. perhaps the investors are now getting impatient and skeptic about the project's promised delivery. since this will be the very first project from the developer, let's wait and see before we make some judgments.

that's my fear too. i told her that they promise to deliver on aug 2010, it's already may 2008. and its a tall building. that might not finish it. how much na ba ang rental range ng area?

There's not much residential tower along Pasong Tamo. Cityland can be one good comparison. A friend is renting out her 2BR unit at 25K/month. I think it's semi-furnished.

Don't even get me started on this one. For starters, it's beside Makati Cinema Square, unlike BGC condos which will be beside the Shang hotel and PSE Tower

Any agent who knows further info regarding the project? My Mom is interested in buying a unit here. Does anyone have the floor plan, unit sizes and prices? It would be a big help. thanks!

Also, do you think it would be a good idea to invest here? I'm not so familiar with the place but it looks like it's far from Greenbelt or Glorietta, is it?

Hope I get some help, thanks! :)

Edit:

Just looked for the spot on Google Earth and judging from its location, it looks pretty accessible from the airport, or am I wrong?

Visited this site in March and looked at the model units, the design looks good but some of the units are small I would really suggest taking a look before buying. This place is very close to Greenbelt about 10 minutes walk.

units are 21sqm. they are selling at around 1.5M per unit.
there are lofts as well as 2br units.

the stretch of pasong tamo in front of both Beacon and Oriental Place (including Belton) were all flooded after a heavy downpour last May 3. if you are driving a sedan, it would not be possible to take that street.

^^ Maybe up to ankle level at the Beacon area right?

right doc. the part of Pasong Tamo in front of Beacon got the worse treat. well the good thing about Beacon is, you can still access the area from Pasay Rd, unlike Oriental Place (which by the way has demolished its model units to give way to the construction of the tower).

u can also access beacon via amorsolo st.

^^ Maybe up to ankle level at the Beacon area right?
I'll have to correct myself here. Last year, I experienced flood up to knee level in front of Walter Mart so it's basically the same level of flood in front of Beacon-Pasong Tamo area. :) I hope they're doing something about the drainage system now.

Any updates?

http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Real%20Estate&p=49&type=2&sec=37&aid=2008061981

The Beacon Beckons
Philippine Star
Friday, June 20, 2008

When they were working with the architect on the plans for The Beacon, the new three-tower residential high rise development at the corner of Chino Roces Ave. (formerly Pasong Tamo) and Arnaiz Ave. (formerly Pasay Road), the architect was quite surprised at their meticulous attention to detail, Geo Estate Development Corp. chairman, Francisco Licuanan III, relates. They had asked that the bathroom wall be moved four inches. “If you have a bathroom and you move the wall four inches into the bedroom, four inches in the bedroom doesn’t matter too much,” Licuanan explains, “but four inches in the bathroom will give you more precious space. So we said, urong mo lang ng konti yan.” It’s the kind of foresight that comes with experience. “It’s group experience,” Licuanan clarifies, “and not just of one individual.”

GeoEstate was founded by a team of seasoned real estate pioneers in the country. “Although the company is new, the team is very experienced,” Licuanan says. Licuanan was president and CEO at Ayala Land until 2004 when he retired, “25 years to the day” since he first worked for the Ayala group. “Because of our experience, there is less trial and error,” Licuanan says. “We know what we’re after and we know what our market wants.”

No wonder, The Beacon was able to break ground just three months after official pre-selling began. “It’s also part of our transparency,” Licuanan says. “We want you to see what we are going to give you and we will deliver what we promised.”

The best value for money, that’s the broad concept behind The Beacon.

“We’ve chosen what we think is the best site for this type of product,” Licuanan points out, “because we are right on the border of the Makati central business district. We are within walking distance to virtually anything you may need, including your place of work if you work in Makati, which is our major target market. It starts with location. It’s a truism. You can’t beat location.” The Beacon is just steps away from the Makati Cinema Square and Creekside Mall, Greenbelt, Glorietta and Waltermart, as well as hospitals, schools, and churches, with three major access ways to the financial district – Chino Roces Ave., Arnaiz Ave., and Amorsolo St.

And then, there’s the matter of affordability. “We are talking of young professionals, mid-level managers, two-income families,” Licuanan points out.

“You have to find something that consumes you, that makes you want to wake up in the morning,” Licuanan remarks. “One thing about real estate, unlike other industries, the results of your labor are there literally, it’s visible. They’re concrete. That is our big satisfaction working in this industry. What you do, you can see. You are providing a basic need.

That’s why we decided to address the middle income market rather than the high-end market. We want to make sure we give them satisfaction. We give them the best product we can give them, and then we will be happy.”

that sounds to be very noble to me. If I remember it right, the year Licuanan retired (2004) is the year when TRAG was launched. Or probably, he retired months afterwards, if my memory serves me right. Hence the similarity in the orientation of the project.

i just learned from the article above that there's such place as Creekside Mall.

For the recent construction update: construction is now on full swing. I can see moveable crane and several heavy equipment inside. The area is busy day and night. And so are the sales agents. I've seen one in Puregold Makati.

hello guys, any updates on the construction?

does anyone has a picture updates?

errr, not much update. the area is full of heavy equipment, probably starting off with the excavations already. i can see some movable cranes. i'll try to visit the construction site this weekend.

How long does the excavation normally takes? They broke ground last January, are they doing everything so slow? Roces tower is already more than 60% sold.. :ohno:

it has not completely halted. laying down of the foundations usually takes time. :)

it has not completely halted. laying down of the foundations usually takes time. :)

There is not much news about this project. Even the News/Event page from their official website has no news.. :down:

There are some activities inside. Photo taken yesterday, July 12. (sorry guys for the quality, I'll try day shots later)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3039/2661233459_f789056dcb.jpg?v=0

There are some activities inside. Photo taken yesterday, July 12. (sorry guys for the quality, I'll try day shots later)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3039/2661233459_f789056dcb.jpg?v=0

Thank you so much for the update.. :)

Any agent who knows further info regarding the project? My Mom is interested in buying a unit here. Does anyone have the floor plan, unit sizes and prices? It would be a big help. thanks!

Also, do you think it would be a good idea to invest here? I'm not so familiar with the place but it looks like it's far from Greenbelt or Glorietta, is it?

Hope I get some help, thanks! :)

Edit:

Just looked for the spot on Google Earth and judging from its location, it looks pretty accessible from the airport, or am I wrong?

As for the latest prices (as of June.2008)
Studio -start from PHP1.7M for a 21SQM, there are cheaper units but no longer available.
Garden Area Units -start PHP3.4M
2-Bedroom corner unit -start from PHP4.7M
Loft Units - for the loft I can't understand their price list but according to my agent the prices start @3.5M

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you're welcome @ flordeliza chris (is that your name?)

here's one more...
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and this one was taken yesterday
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both of which are posted here:
http://phrealestate.net/

There is not much news about this project. Even the News/Event page from their official website has no news.. :down:


An agent told that they are starting to sell units at the Arnaiz tower first week of september.

you're welcome @ flordeliza chris (is that your name?)

here's one more...
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3212/2662071084_0fd2ed5875.jpg

and this one was taken yesterday
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3168/2664956594_aed0e6ce44.jpg?v=0

both of which are posted here:
http://phrealestate.net/

Yeap, that is my name :D Now that you know it, I have to kill you :jk:

Thank you so much for the update hehehehehhehee now at least I have an idea of what the place looks like :banana: Is that a high-voltage transmission line:uh:? I hope it is not near to Beacon as the picture suggests.


An agent told that they are starting to sell units at the Arnaiz tower first week of september.

Hmm, preselling phase 2 huh :D Do you think they are going to build all towers concurrently? When is the target turnover for Arnaiz? For Roces its 2011.

Hmm, preselling phase 2 huh :D Do you think they are going to build all towers concurrently? When is the target turnover for Arnaiz? For Roces its 2011.[/QUOTE]


yup pre-selling phase 2:) good thing is that the units are selling fast if thats the case^^. For Arnaiz tower no idea whats the turnover date or maybe just a guess a year later:)

As for the construction as I was told, a German company who is commissioned to do the piling up of the foundations just finished the Roces tower and will soon be turn over to EEI... Hopefully they could finish the Roces tower by first quarter of January just what they had promised.

^^i wonder why MDC was not given this project.

hi ms flor, your nick was strangely spelled, but reading that backwards made all the sense. hehe...by the way, those high tension wires are along Chino Roces. hopefully it's not that near. that is, if the towers are not too near the street.

^^i wonder why MDC was not given this project.

hi ms flor, your nick was strangely spelled, but reading that backwards made all the sense. hehe...by the way, those high tension wires are along Chino Roces. hopefully it's not that near. that is, if the towers are not too near the street.

ooopsss.. I am not a she but a he... name is chris hehehehhehehehe :lol:

ooopsss.. I am not a she but a he... name is chris hehehehhehehehe :lol:


Do you have a unit in Roces tower?

ops, my bad. it's chris then! yes, do you have unit in Beacon?

Do you have a unit in Roces tower?

ops, my bad. it's chris then! yes, do you have unit in Beacon?

Yeah I do, its a corner studio. My GF and I decided to try investing in real state in PH, if we find it good then we might continue it hehehehehhehe.. With all the developments around the Beacon area I am assuming it is a good investment...

So... let us all cross our fingers and pray for the best hehehehehehhe :banana2: Let us all go banana for PH.

:lol: for real estate in PH that is. hence the name of my website: phrealestate.net hehe...commercial po muna!

now that's its raining almost evryday, how's the area? binabaha ba ito? how about columns which is just across. just curious.

now that's its raining almost evryday, how's the area? binabaha ba ito? how about columns which is just across. just curious.

Yeap binabaha nga daw itong lugar. Acually aminado yung agent ko na binabaha ang area pero mabilis naman daw mawala. Also, marami exit point ang Beacon so kung bahain ang pasong tamo then you can use the other exits.

^^ correct! there are several exit points for Beacon unlike the case of Trevi and Oriental Place.

Kahit saan part naman ng metro manila binabaha, so there's nothing new about it. Even part of makati area wouldnt be an exception.

@chris did your agent told you that beacon will provide entry point at the back of sunvar?

Kung grabe na talaga baha gamitin na lang yung skyway pangtawid baha:lol::lol::lol:

Kahit saan part naman ng metro manila binabaha, so there's nothing new about it. Even part of makati area wouldnt be an exception.

@chris did your agent told you that beacon will provide entry point at the back of sunvar?

Kung grabe na talaga baha gamitin na lang yung skyway pangtawid baha:lol::lol::lol:

Yeah she did. Actually the grand lobby is located in Amorsolo Tower and based from the development plan they wil create a concrete access road at the back of Sunvar.

3 entry/exit points...


I saw the bridge linking beacon and waltermart in a presentation. I was wondering how would it cross the skyway?

an agent of Beacon texted me this re flood in the area---> some parts of metro were submerged to flooding due to continuous rain. qc, malabon, manila, recto, taft, espana, some parts of C5, pasig, and las pinas. sa beacon area, walang baha. this is bcoz MMDA cleared the houses along the train tracks, and cleaned the sewerage pipes. ---> are there any truth to this? just curious? any body in the area during those times?

^^ well., the train rehab also includes clearing for the drainage., (at least that's what they did in sta. mesa)., i'm not sure tho if the MMDA is involved.

actually, nalito nga ako sa MMDA hehe. so di nga sya binaha last week?

:ohno: Not true. i was there sometime last May after a heavy downpour, and the Pasay Road in front of WalterMart is even flooded! the clearing of shanties along PNR did not (and will not) solve the flooding problem. that part of makati seems to be the basin of all floodwaters of the city. fortunately, the amorsolo access is high enough to prevent floodwater from accumulating. that could have been a more realistic info from the agent.

that's sad to hear. what agents will tell you just to convince you. oh well, this is still a very good project nevertheless!

I wonder kung nagmobilize na ang EEI sa site? Anybody here just recently passed by the area?

^^
Based from the schedule I know:
-Tower 1&2 area should be handed over to EEI last July 23
-EEI will commence foundation works starting on August 6.
-Scheduled top-off is April 2010.

Based from this sched, EEI should already started moving to Beacon's site. Anyone can confirm this?

^^
Based from the schedule I know:
-Tower 1&2 area should be handed over to EEI last July 23
-EEI will commence foundation works starting on August 6.
-Scheduled top-off is April 2010.

Based from this sched, EEI should already started moving to Beacon's site. Anyone can confirm this?


top-off within 20 months...matagal ba o mabilis?

^^ That would be around one floor per two-weeks, pwede na rin.

Woah... this will gonna be a long wait before one can put a light bulb in his unit. :lol::lol: I hope EEI will finish its construction ahead of schedule.

^^ OT here but are you part of EEI? :)

^^ OT here but are you part of EEI? :)

Nope Im not connected to EEI.

thanks man. honestly, we wish you were. hehehe...

thanks man. honestly, we wish you were. hehehe...



hmm... may I know why?:)

because if you were, we will be able to get firsthand info from you. ;)

I see. Same here.. I need some updated info about this project.

I see. Same here.. I need some updated info about this project.

Are you an investor of Beacon? What do you think of this project? I am planning to acquire the adjacent unit from the one we got but currently I am slowly losing interest on this project.

Are you an investor of Beacon? What do you think of this project? I am planning to acquire the adjacent unit from the one we got but currently I am slowly losing interest on this project.


Yup I am. I have 2 studio units for this project.
Why loose interest? Something wrong?
Maybe you just eager to see the outcome of this project :), I'm telling youre not alone. We still have 2 more years to endure this..:gaah: kakainis

Sundin mo lang kung ano mas matimbang kung mag-aadd ka pa ba ng unit or not. So far naman the way I see it ok yung flow ng project all are in schedule. Just think positive.:banana: yeh

If you are planning to acquire the adjacent unit think it fast coz units here are selling fast. I can attest to that coz sa kasambahay ko pa lang apat na kami nag acquire ng unit dito. And for me looking for adjacent units it takes time for my agent to find one.

Are you an investor of Beacon? What do you think of this project? I am planning to acquire the adjacent unit from the one we got but currently I am slowly losing interest on this project.

my unsolicited advice, diversify. you can look at the other developments in the area. so that whatever happens, not all your eggs is in one basket. unless, you're planning to live with it and two conjoined units mean a bigger living space.

:banana:

my unsolicited advice, diversify. you can look at the other developments in the area. so that whatever happens, not all your eggs is in one basket. unless, you're planning to live with it and two conjoined units mean a bigger living space.

:banana:


That would be a good idea too. But, makes me think what would happen to the investment if ever such things happens. Sa cts nga puro in favor sa seller as I read it.

08.16.08
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b210/ofngol/2008/138_1595x.jpg

08.16.08
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b210/ofngol/2008/138_1595x.jpg

@thomasian

thanks for the picture! is that a tower crane? hmm, looks like a small crane!

I'm not sure if it's Beacon's crane, or Columns Legazpi's.

delete numbers

note: Copyright GeoEstate
http://www.thebeacon.com.ph/admin/construction/uploads/main_1220337064_Tower1Foundation.jpg

EEI, general contractor for The Beacon, began foundation construction for Tower 1 on August 8, 2008 after the site was turned over to them on July 23. At this stage of the construction, the top of each Bored Pile position will be excavated, trimmed and then will be covered by a large concrete slab. This will form the entire foundation sub-structure on which Tower 1 will be built.

Excavation of the Bored Piles is currently underway and the first pouring of concrete on a Bored Pile position took place on August 30, 2008, two months ahead of schedule.

Is it OK to post this here? Please inform me if not :)

note: Copyright GeoStates
http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w339/TabakoDream/unitownercoverletter.jpg
http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w339/TabakoDream/newsletter.jpg

@sirhc aziledrolf

Thanks very much. and I thought geostate wouldn't update their website. Good thing that beacon is running ahead of schedule.:banana::banana::banana:

Kamusta naman si Mr. Licuanan sa picture katabi ng scale model?!?! Hehe, nagmukha tuloy syang TRAG sa unang tingin... until you realize that he's now in Geo Estate, and that the scale model is not TRAG. :D

maybe he was very much into the TRAG project that he wanted to replicate it.

by the way, that's The Column's crane on Aaron's photo.

I see, thats why it looks small.

Sent to me by my agent. Based from the email GeoEstate will try to post this kind of video at least on a monthly basis. :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfJT90z1ab4&feature=email

Sent to me by my agent. Based from the email GeoEstate will try to post this kind of video at least on a monthly basis. :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfJT90z1ab4&feature=email

Monthly construction update videos? Nice. :okay: It's a tall order but I do hope they can sustain it until project completion.

Paging @ph man... construction update videos... that's a very good idea!

Sent to me by my agent. Based from the email GeoEstate will try to post this kind of video at least on a monthly basis. :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfJT90z1ab4&feature=email

Here it is:

PfJT90z1ab4

And here is their tv commercial:

ATVJBCdURNg

astig...construction video:righton:


@sirhc aziledrolf

very efficient agent mo. Ang bilis mag feed ng update.:)

what should i do if i'm not happy with my agent?

astig...construction video:righton:


@sirhc aziledrolf

very efficient agent mo. Ang bilis mag feed ng update.:)

what should i do if i'm not happy with my agent?


Yah. Can an agent be replaced if ever youre not happy with the one you have?!:( :ohno:

nice project!

http://i530.photobucket.com/albums/dd350/RonnieR_2008/birthdaysept08andotherparties288.jpg
http://i530.photobucket.com/albums/dd350/RonnieR_2008/birthdaysept08andotherparties287.jpg

Latest picture of Beacon, Pasong Tamo. At the background, you will see the Legaspi Columns

well, someone went around makati this time. :) what are those rebars and columns for? will that form part of the common podium or are those columns for the main tower already? what i find amusing in this project is the effort of the developer to update their investors the best way they can. (commensurate with their efforts to sell) they went as far as putting up a small viewing platform of the construction from where the sales office is (behind the construction site). good job to Geo-Estate.

as of last night, i am seeing deliveries of truckload of rebars.

^^ I didn't ask anyone there...just took a shot at stop light :) Construction is in full swing. I happened to pass by going to the Fort via Pasong Tamo Ext.

i see. kaya pala mas marami kang photos ng the fort, especially that strip along McKinley. i passed by that route you are talking about last weekend, and i am wondering if that is the nearest route to the fort, rather than taking EDSA-ayala, then mckinley rd, if you are coming from Waltermart.

honestly, i hope this development will only include 2 towers rather than 3. three for me is a crowd already.

^^ yeah, agree if 3 towers are built, it would result to congestion.

I think the fastest route from Waltermart going to the fort is still via EDSA magallanes underpass rather than via Pasong Tamo Ext. but I chose the latter due to less volume of vehicles that pass this route.

thanks ron for the info. i asked that because the cab driver seem to have chosen the longer route. :ohno:

From the Makati City Thread:

taken within the last week....all from flickr

taken by Pamelendres
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a91/EnozAnewor/pamelendresmakati.jpg

^^Thanks for this...
Tsk tsk.. I still need to wait at least 2 years to see Beacon from such photos. So hard to wait :)

Hi Chris,

Did you manage to buy an additional/adjacent unit?

I was on Beacon's showroom a week ago and able to see the actual construction. There's this viewing platform to see the activities on site. A large concrete poured block has been added, dont know what is for but probably part of the foundation.

^^ Nope we did not take it. The current situation made us to decide against taking the other unit, Singapore is currently in recession. Even though we are not affected by it, we are just being careful.

From the Makati City Thread:

i really love this angle of makati...

tentative date for tower 2's launching is november 22.


there are only 20 units left on tower 1.

wow! nice! 2 more towers to go! nice to know this is moving! i would love to see this project succeed.

When is the finish date for all three towers?

i would love to see this project succeed.


I second the motion...:lol::lol::lol:

i passed by the construction area a while ago...crane is now hoisted
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3143/3034823474_f2ecdbbe9c_b.jpg

i passed by the construction area a while ago...crane is now hoisted
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3143/3034823474_f2ecdbbe9c_b.jpg


@ph man

Thank you very much for the picture update!

I guess that they are already finished with the foundation works thats why they got the tower crane up. So it means that anytime were going to see some floor already.

Thanks PH Man for the update

Sent by my agent, just this morning..

http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w339/TabakoDream/BeaconSite1.jpg

http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w339/TabakoDream/BeaconSite2.jpg

http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w339/TabakoDream/BeaconSite.jpg

thanks guys, and cool updates from your agent chris. do they have this commitment to give you up to date photos of this project? i feel obliged to also keep you updated as i work not too far away from this site. :)

by the way, you might notice from chris' photos that foundation is not too deep. in fact, it's relatively shallow for a high rise like this one. i'm guessing no basement levels will be constructed for this one, so there's no need to dig deep for underground parking and utilities. this is also the same case for Avida Towers and probably Oriental Place. the place gets flooded during heavy downpour so it's no use putting basement levels to your structures. otherwise, it will end up a basin of floodwater of the whole pasong tamo.

Sent by my agent, just this morning..

http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w339/TabakoDream/BeaconSite1.jpg

http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w339/TabakoDream/BeaconSite2.jpg

http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w339/TabakoDream/BeaconSite.jpg

thanks chris for the picture updates......I really envy your agent....^^^^:lol:

Are they using some sort of pre-cast concrete.
I wonder what part of the building they are on now, probably the elevator shaft and this would be the poduim level isnt it?

Last october when I visited the site I thought they are building a large septic tank. from what I've seen now base on the picture it would have been the elevator shaft, not sure though.

The beacon is taking shape somehow. Again many thanks for your updates aswells to ph-man.

HOpe to see some more pictures in different angle.

yep, we'll give you updates of this project and those around it as they progress. :)

by the way, chris photos were most likely taken from the viewing platform right beside the project's showroom. a very small initiative, yet this demonstrates how commited the developer is in keeping their investors updated. hope this will be sustainable.

thanks guys, and cool updates from your agent chris. do they have this commitment to give you up to date photos of this project? i feel obliged to also keep you updates as i work not too far away from this site. :)

by the way, you might notice from chris' photos that foundation is not too deep. in fact, it's relatively shallow for a high rise like this one. i'm speculating this is because no basement levels will be constructed for this one, so there's no need to dig deep for underground parking and utilities. this is also the same case for Avida Towers and probably Oriental Place. the place gets flooded during heavy downpour so it's no use putting basement levels to your structures. otherwise, it will end up a basin of floodwater of the whole pasong tamo.


Hi ph man, I think this would be the case since the place i s prone to flooding they decided not to make a basement but rather make it a podium?!!! and thats why they bored piles for the foundations of the building. Unlike those we ussually see on other projects that the basement itself is the foundation of the building or some sort like that.

Please by all means feel free to post latest picture updates. I'll be the first to give you thanks for that.

sure i will do as you requested. :) of can anyone give me his name so i can use as a passport in getting access to the viewing deck?

sure i will do as you requested. :) of can anyone give me his name so i can use as a passport in getting access to the viewing deck?


@Ph man
Whose name would that be?

anyone who owns a unit here. so that when somebody asks francis (PhMan), he can name drop the person so to gain access.

anyone who owns a unit here. so that when somebody asks francis (PhMan), he can name drop the person so to gain access.

I find it funny that you guys are talking about this "name dropping" plan here. For all we know they are reading this thread and actually know how Ph Man looks like. :lol: :lol: :lol:

I find it funny that you guys are talking about this "name dropping" plan here. For all we know they are reading this thread and actually know how Ph Man looks like. :lol: :lol: :lol:

now that you mentioned it, it's not a perfect scheme afterall! hahaha. :lol:

:lol: drop that namedropping plan then. :lol:

And if the developer is indeed reading this thread, then anyone from SSC should be given a green lane to Beacon's showroom and viewing deck.

TC, are you sure they know how I look like?

thanks guys, and cool updates from your agent chris. do they have this commitment to give you up to date photos of this project? i feel obliged to also keep you updated as i work not too far away from this site. :)

by the way, you might notice from chris' photos that foundation is not too deep. in fact, it's relatively shallow for a high rise like this one. i'm guessing no basement levels will be constructed for this one, so there's no need to dig deep for underground parking and utilities. this is also the same case for Avida Towers and probably Oriental Place. the place gets flooded during heavy downpour so it's no use putting basement levels to your structures. otherwise, it will end up a basin of floodwater of the whole pasong tamo.

They don't have any commitment to give me updates. It just that, my agent sends updates. I guess I got lucky that my agent is doing her job.

Beacon has an investor newsletter though I do not know if it is periodical. They sent us a copy via registered mail.

BTW, I thought the viewing deck is open to the public?

it should be, but i am not sure if it's open to the public...with camera. :lol: some security fellows will apprehend people with conspicuous cams...for reasons they (the security guards) do not know.

let's hope Geo-Estate will provide investors with excellent service until the completion of this project. relatively speaking, i'd say their customer service is way better than some of their contemporaries. how many times have i met agents whose all-consuming concern is to close a deal with you...on the project they are trying to sell.

i met an agent of one MW project. i was interested with that project. she kept sending me SMS invites to see their model units, etc. i kept on declining. my schedules simply do not match with her. i said i will just have to drop by when my schedule allows me to. to my surprise...the response was something like...there are 800+ agents for this project, so it's very important that i'm associated to her as her client so she could get the credits or something like that when i finally decide to buy a unit. i couldn't believe a seemingly professional person said that.

and finally, when i said i am more interested now with other project that's not from MW, she cut off comm with me. what a shame that some agents are acting up like this. they're overly selfish...and forgetting the real essence of customer service.

kayo ha... name dropping pa kayong plano :ohno:



hahaha.. pwede naman siguro magpic sa view deck ng construction.. bawal lang sa loob ng model unit mismo.. napagalitan ako nung nakaraan nung pinayagan ko yung isang prospective client ko na magpic sa loob eh.. buti na lang bumili talaga yun :lol:


anyway, phman you can pm me for tripping sa site.. and for some pic sa viewing deck.. kahit na dadalaw ka lang dun, walang prob saken.. samahan lang kita. :)

hey sure, thanks in advance.

It seems GeoEstate is keeping up its promise. Here is the latest construction video update:

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nice :okay:

Another set of photo updates from my usual source:

http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w339/TabakoDream/DSC00016.jpg

http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w339/TabakoDream/DSC00017.jpg

http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w339/TabakoDream/DSC00018.jpg

beacon and belton both in pasong tamo, nakakalito. Beacon is doin more progress than the latter

it has to. it has 3 tower while Belton only has 1. well, at least for now.

I never thought that it would be that too close to Plaza Fair.

wow under construction na pala ito..

Happy Holidays!..

Taken this afternoon (27.12.2008)

http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w339/TabakoDream/DSC09251.jpg

Add ko na ito:

http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w339/TabakoDream/DSC09249.jpg

http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w339/TabakoDream/DSC09250.jpg

I heard the Tower 2 is already for sale and all the units are Studio

progressing very well. i have seen truckloads of deliveries of rebars and contruction metals a while ago.

that "open house today" streamer should be changed to "open house everyday"

progressing very well. i have seen truckloads of deliveries of rebars and contruction metals a while ago.

that "open house today" streamer should be changed to "open house everyday"



"open house during weekends" :lol:


dun lang nagseserve ng food and drinks eh! :lol:

Pwede ba akong dumalaw every weekend sa showroom? :D

Anyway, you'll see Beacon is gaining some height and is now visible in Makati skyline:

Taken today, January 25, 2009
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3130/3224736241_5b15fefc4d_b.jpg

it's the one on the left TC. ;) sorry i forgot to mention. by the way, i resized the photo on your quote to save some bandwidth.

that's ASB Realty's Legaspi Place. it has been stalled/put on hold since the '97 crisis.

Thank you for this PH Man.

Kahit late reply na, Yeap pwedeng pwede... sabihin mo lang na you want to look around.. also it is more OK to go there during weekend dahil may libreng food hehehehhehe..

BTW, I think the viewing deck is very much open to the public, hindi naman namamansin ung security guard nila..

Pwede ba akong dumalaw every weekend sa showroom? :D

thanks Chris. i'll try my luck next time. by the way, any idea how is the unit take up since construction broke grounds? i'm starting to like this project.

According to them, all studio units are already taken and only a few two-room units are still available. As for the other tower, no information.

I am hoping that singapore will be better this year, because i really want to get another unit here. :)

thanks Chris. i'll try my luck next time. by the way, any idea how is the unit take up since construction broke grounds? i'm starting to like this project.

Oh, so you are in Singapore right now?

This is off the topic, but if you are...I'd like to know if SG is also sending our IT pros back home. :(

The goverment is not really sending them back, but once your employer retrenched you and cancelled your employment pass, you will be given a social visit visa (14-30 days) which you can use while looking for another job. And if you failed to get a new job, then its time to go home..

Even though the government's priority is their PRs and Citizens, foreigners are still welcome to work in SG because even their Prime Minister recognized the fact that Singapore needs foreign talent to survive.

Oh, so you are in Singapore right now?

This is off the topic, but if you are...I'd like to know if SG is also sending our IT pros back home. :(

yes i've heard that last year or was it 2007, they needed foreigners to fill up around 50% of their manpower requirement. :) hope you're not hit by the crisis chris.

Yeap, that was around 2006-2007. Pinoys sometime joke that during christmas holidays when Pinoys go home, the MRT and the buses become less crowded..

With all this crisis, SG is still a nice place to live and work.

yes i've heard that last year or was it 2007, they needed foreigners to fill up around 50% of their manpower requirement. :) hope you're not hit by the crisis chris.

and when you remove all Indians from SG, parang wala na talagang tao sa SG. :) All right now. Back to the topic. Sorry guys for the OT.

thanks Chris. i'll try my luck next time. by the way, any idea how is the unit take up since construction broke grounds? i'm starting to like this project.

then you better reserve na, pamahal ng pamahal 'to eh. they just launched tower 2!

^^ the availability here..

t1
http://img216.imageshack.us/img216/7344/tower1beaconavailyh2.png

t2
http://img141.imageshack.us/img141/5174/tower2beaconavailtn3.png

here is a sample computation..

http://img136.imageshack.us/img136/3951/beacon2brer0.jpg

hawak mo na rin pala ito leechtat? hehe.

^^ OT: hindi sa ayala lang ako.. sa dad ko yan..

question leechtat? is beacon as expensive as columns legaspi village on a /sqm basis? parang naghahabulan sila ng presyo.

^^ actually parehas na sila... pero mas maliit ang unit sizes ng beacon.. for example yung 2br nila is 48 sqm, wherein sa tclv its 40 sqm for jr 1br and 73+ sqm for a 2-br bilevel unit..

the thing is.. studio units of beacon are a catch... we had a recent client who bought 3 studios in beacon since ipag-combine niya.. those units are less than 2M each times 3 = 6M, and its still non-vatable..

the perks of tclv though is its lower number of units per floor as compared to beacon.. beacon has 24 - 34 plus, depending on what tower.. it really depends on your priorities..

^^ actually parehas na sila... pero mas maliit ang unit sizes ng beacon.. for example yung 2br nila is 48 sqm, wherein sa tclv its 40 sqm for jr 1br and 73+ sqm for a 2-br bilevel unit..

the thing is.. studio units of beacon are a catch... we had a recent client who bought 3 studios in beacon since ipag-combine niya.. those units are less than 2M each times 3 = 6M, and its still non-vatable..

the perks of tclv though is its lower number of units per floor as compared to beacon.. beacon has 24 - 34 plus, depending on what tower.. it really depends on your priorities..


Hi leechtat,

Tanggap ko na yung CTS ko sa wakas may copy na ko:)....

Probably this is why mabilis mabenta ang studio unit nila dahil sa non-vatable ito. Laking bawas na rin.

Question lang po sa mga experts....Do you think that the completion of this project will be affected with the current finacial crisis.......Although as per their construction/updates seems on track still di pa rin maalis ang kaba at mag isip na something might happen along the way....hopefully all will be well....

^^ what i always say is that "the Philippines is still the only show in town".. this is not to say that we will not be affected by the financial crisis in any way, but our banks are now stronger.. we just have to monitor the progress of the company we invested in and review the track records of the developers.. as for beacon, the president is Mr. Licuanan, and with his management and track record, there is little to fear..

^^^^ slight correction lang.. Mr. Licuanan is the Chairman, the President is Ms. Miriam Katigbak (former senior VP of Ayala Land Inc, and head of commercial center group.) :)

they have a new ad
http://i530.photobucket.com/albums/dd350/RonnieR_2008/Jan282009makaticonstruction003.jpg

cool, thanks for sharing Ronnie. i've seen that the other day. but i can't see the whole thing because i'm almost always on-board a jeepney everytime i pass by the area.

that sounds very enticing.

^^ :)

Is or has the developer started to raise prices since the project first launched? By how much roughly per sqm?

Any idea what the pricing for the last tower is going to be like per sqm?

^^ i am not sure if they have had some price increase since launch. but they prob had last aug-sept, most developers did..

^^^^ slight correction lang.. Mr. Licuanan is the Chairman, the President is Ms. Miriam Katigbak (former senior VP of Ayala Land Inc, and head of commercial center group.) :)

^^ oops, sorry for that. thank you. :)

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Wow! Mga kailan kaya pwede mag move in? We bought units here and I was hoping that I could use them by the time I graduate. Would these be done by early 2010?

is there any chance na magkaroon ng walkway from Beacon to Walter Mart? naisip ko lang.

i'd wish that will happen. but quite unlikely. it will have to traverse the already high skyway access that runs parallel arnaiz street. underground kaya? :)

early 2010 turnover? also unlikely. this will be a huge and tall tower. it might be topped off within the year, but give it a year thereafter for the turnover.

i don't think an underground is a good idea considering na malaking issue sa lugar na to ang baha.

^^ You're right. Actually that's the very reason why Beacon and its neighboring Avida Towers have no basement levels.

i'd wish that will happen. but quite unlikely. it will have to traverse the already high skyway access that runs parallel arnaiz street. underground kaya? :)

ummm, if i remember it correctly, there will be a walkway to waltermart. ^^

Wow! Mga kailan kaya pwede mag move in? We bought units here and I was hoping that I could use them by the time I graduate. Would these be done by early 2010?

^^

early 2011 :)

Hi,

Just a general idea is the Beacon about the same quality as the Residences at Greenbelt but with the cost lower - i.e. Ayala Land quality with the people involved, but at a discount?

Or is it a notch or two lower in quality be it due to higher density or perhaps amenities not as good?

This isn't meant as anything negative about the project, I honestly just don't know and want some feedback.

Thanks
cent

^^ amenities is at par with the columns legaspi, the density is higher than in trag and tclv... quality is ok too.

just wanna share floor lay-out of the new tower. arnaiz tower.

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SuperBoy how much are the 25 sq M units on the 40-46 floor?

leechtat would know. i'm not an agent eh. hehe.

just wanna share floor lay-out of the new tower. arnaiz tower.

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sayang di ko maview yung images.

nyay, bakit ayaw lumabas sayo?

^^ A friend is interested in getting a unit in the new tower: Arnaiz tower. Thanks.

nyay, bakit ayaw lumabas sayo?

Probably nakablock yung site na pinagloadan mo ng images samin.

Any idea how many units are there in arnaiz tower? ung roces tower around 900 units i think.

Parang ngaun ko lang naimagine if matayo lahat ng towers ....ang daming tao nun ah....:lol:

SuperBoy how much are the 25 sq M units on the 40-46 floor?

2.3M - Total Contract Price :)

Probably nakablock yung site na pinagloadan mo ng images samin.

Any idea how many units are there in arnaiz tower? ung roces tower around 900 units i think.

Parang ngaun ko lang naimagine if matayo lahat ng towers ....ang daming tao nun ah....:lol:

it doesn't follow naman na if there are 900 units.. there will be 900 unit owners din since a lot of people buy 2 or more units to combine them into a bigger unit.

Probably nakablock yung site na pinagloadan mo ng images samin.

Any idea how many units are there in arnaiz tower? ung roces tower around 900 units i think.

Parang ngaun ko lang naimagine if matayo lahat ng towers ....ang daming tao nun ah....:lol:

parang nabasa ko somewhere 1,300 units ang arnaiz tower. hehe.

2.3M - Total Contract Price :)

mas mataas ang price per sqm nia kesa sa Roces tower?!!

it doesn't follow naman na if there are 900 units.. there will be 900 unit owners din since a lot of people buy 2 or more units to combine them into a bigger unit.

Yup thats true. but, still there are those buyers who buys 2 or more units and have it rented out individually.

Yup thats true. but, still there are those buyers who buys 2 or more units and have it rented out individually.


that's possible..

mas mataas ang price per sqm nia kesa sa Roces tower?!!

sinagot ko lang yung specific na question nya.. 40-46 floors na 25sqm.


typical price starts at 1.8M :) 21 sqm yun.

sinagot ko lang yung specific na question nya.. 40-46 floors na 25sqm.


typical price starts at 1.8M :) 21 sqm yun.


@rip013

Thanks for the info.

1.8m stating price? does this mean the current market value of a typ 21sqm studio unit in Roces tower is 1.8M as well?

@rip013

Thanks for the info.

1.8m stating price? does this mean the current market value of a typ 21sqm studio unit in Roces tower is 1.8M as well?

Most likely..


yung binili ko nga sa tower 1 na 23.8 sqm nasa 2M eh. :)

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^^ What's with the colors? Different color for the middle tower. Doesn't look good IMO.

^^ What's with the colors? Different color for the middle tower. Doesn't look good IMO.

Medyo nagiba nga ang dating sa presentation na yan.


Offtopic: You're a villain fan? i hope you guys knock up Arsenal for the 4th place.. para magiba naman ang representation ng Premiership! :lol:

@ rip013

Thanks ulit. What level na yun 23.8Sqm na 2M? Isnt it 24.8sqm?

Medyo nagiba nga ang dating sa presentation na yan.


Offtopic: You're a villain fan? i hope you guys knock up Arsenal for the 4th place.. para magiba naman ang representation ng Premiership! :lol:

^^ It's just a matter of time. :)

@ rip013

Thanks ulit. What level na yun 23.8Sqm na 2M? Isnt it 24.8sqm?

24th floor yung nakuha ko


dalawa kasi yun eh.. may mga certain floors sa tower 1 na walang 2 bedroom corner.. in it's place.. 2 studio units one is 24.8 and the other is 23.8 sqm.


nasa pinaka corner yung 24.8.. ang problema(for me lang ha.. sariling perspective), May dalawang column dun na nage-eat up ng space.. so mas pinili ko na yung 23.8 kahit hindi siya ang pinaka-corner corner unit. :)


saka nakaharap naman sa makati skyline saka sa swimming pool yung unit kaya bawing bawi! :lol:

24th floor yung nakuha ko


dalawa kasi yun eh.. may mga certain floors sa tower 1 na walang 2 bedroom corner.. in it's place.. 2 studio units one is 24.8 and the other is 23.8 sqm.


nasa pinaka corner yung 24.8.. ang problema(for me lang ha.. sariling perspective), May dalawang column dun na nage-eat up ng space.. so mas pinili ko na yung 23.8 kahit hindi siya ang pinaka-corner corner unit. :)


saka nakaharap naman sa makati skyline saka sa swimming pool yung unit kaya bawing bawi! :lol:

I see...ung pangalawa sa dulo.....ganda nga un
naka angle pa kya kita mo lahat....wala nman gano obstruction sa view nio di ba?

@rip013

sa sales ka rin di ba, Question lang...totoo ba na ung 23.8 na unit then ung katabi nia na 26.4 na unit area di pede icombine? pwede lang ung 24.8 na sinsabi mo at ung 23.8?

hmm.. i don't see the reason bakit hindi siya pwede i-combine.. dahil sobrang luwag ng GEO sa tower 1 unlike sa tower 2 na may mga units nga na hindi na inaallow na i-combine kahit magkatabi.

i-veverify ko na lang muna yan pagbalik ko sa manila next week.. paki-state na lang din ng reason nung nakausap mo bakit hindi pwede.


baka naman ang reason nya wala nang available na ganyan na unit sa tower 1 ngayon.. dahil kung yun ang reason, totoo nga na hindi pwede. :lol:

hmm.. i don't see the reason bakit hindi siya pwede i-combine.. dahil sobrang luwag ng GEO sa tower 1 unlike sa tower 2 na may mga units nga na hindi na inaallow na i-combine kahit magkatabi.

i-veverify ko na lang muna yan pagbalik ko sa manila next week.. paki-state na lang din ng reason nung nakausap mo bakit hindi pwede.


baka naman ang reason nya wala nang available na ganyan na unit sa tower 1 ngayon.. dahil kung yun ang reason, totoo nga na hindi pwede. :lol:


yup me too I didnt get the logic of that..What I remembered he said to me is that there are units originally 2br w/c were split in to 2 making it both a studio. then when I asked him if its possible to combine the units 24 and 25 (if I remebered it right) he just said "cannot" you can buy the 2 but cannot combine it.:lol::lol: What I think then is that it maybe because of structural issues or probably the agent is too darn lousy to look for me available units

yup me too I didnt get the logic of that..What I remembered he said to me is that there are units originally 2br w/c were split in to 2 making it both a studio. then when I asked him if its possible to combine the units 24 and 25 (if I remebered it right) he just said "cannot" you can buy the 2 but cannot combine it.:lol::lol: What I think then is that it maybe because of structural issues or probably the agent is too darn lousy to look for me available units

ooohhhh... during training kasi.. we were told na there are certain floors nga na walang 2 bedroom corner, instead 2 studios were put in its place because of popular demand.. we were told na if a buyer wants it back to a 2 bedroom tell him what he just told you because it will defeat the purpose "daw" of converting them into studio units only to be changed back into a 2 bedroom.. Maybe your agent is "by the book" type of person or maybe he is new.. kasi kung saken ka napunta "nadiskartehan" ko yan eh.


Though sa tower 2 ngayon as ive said before, hindi na pumapayag ang geo na magcombine ang dalawang units na may columns sa gitna unless 3 or more units ang binili... nadala na siguro sa tower 1.. nahirapan sila i-combine ang mga ganun klase na unit. :lol:

ooohhhh... during training kasi.. we were told na there are certain floors nga na walang 2 bedroom corner, instead 2 studios were put in its place because of popular demand.. we were told na if a buyer wants it back to a 2 bedroom tell him what he just told you because it will defeat the purpose "daw" of converting them into studio units only to be changed back into a 2 bedroom.. Maybe your agent is "by the book" type of person or maybe he is new.. kasi kung saken ka napunta "nadiskartehan" ko yan eh.


Though sa tower 2 ngayon as ive said before, hindi na pumapayag ang geo na magcombine ang dalawang units na may columns sa gitna unless 3 or more units ang binili... nadala na siguro sa tower 1.. nahirapan sila i-combine ang mga ganun klase na unit. :lol:

Ganito din gusto ko dati eh, I will buy both the corner units (23A & 23B), then ask them to combine it. Unfortunately, i also received the same reason why it is not possible "it will defeat the purpose of converting it to studio type" and since i really like the corner unit but don't want to pay for VAT, we decided to get just 1 studio unit. IMHO, if they made all those 2-bedroom corner units into studios then allowed it to be combine for free just like the others, tower 1 will be fully sold by now.

BTW rip013, when is the target turnover for Tower 2? Tower 3?

That doesn't make sense. If they convert 2BRs into studios because of demand, then the conversion is demand driven and it's purpose is to meet what they think the market wants, so if the market wants 2BR corner units again, they should change it back to the original 2BR if only to meet the demand for 2BR corner units. What happened to the Ayala Land sensibilities of Geo's officials?

yan siguro dahilan bakit puro studio na sa tower 2.. iwas sakit ng ulo sa pagkalito :lol:


kalimutan na natin guys.. ubos naman na ang mga studio unit sa tower 1


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Target turnover date for tower 2 is last quarter 2012

wala pang turnover date for tower 3 :)

That doesn't make sense. If they convert 2BRs into studios because of demand, then the conversion is demand driven and it's purpose is to meet what they think the market wants, so if the market wants 2BR corner units again, they should change it back to the original 2BR if only to meet the demand for 2BR corner units. What happened to the Ayala Land sensibilities of Geo's officials?

ayaw magpalugi.. sa 2br corner required bilhin ang isang parking slot whereas kung bibilhin lang ang 24 a&b tas combined makakaiwas ang buyer bumili ng parking slot. :lol:

That doesn't make sense. If they convert 2BRs into studios because of demand, then the conversion is demand driven and it's purpose is to meet what they think the market wants, so if the market wants 2BR corner units again, they should change it back to the original 2BR if only to meet the demand for 2BR corner units. What happened to the Ayala Land sensibilities of Geo's officials?
ayaw magpalugi.. sa 2br corner required bilhin ang isang parking slot whereas kung bibilhin lang ang 24 a&b tas combined makakaiwas ang buyer bumili ng parking slot. :lol:


Now that makes good business sense. :D

Now that makes good business sense. :D

ya lah! makes sense though!!!:lol:

@rip013

Thanks again for clear explanation.

Nga pla another question if I decided to acquire a parking space cash basis lang ba yun or may other mode of payment.

Parang nasabi sa akin ng agent ko na for sale din parking space. Around PHP 650K

Off topic: lauston_rr28 sa Singapore ka din ba? :)

ya lah! makes sense though!!!:lol:

@rip013

Thanks again for clear explanation.

Nga pla another question if I decided to acquire a parking space cash basis lang ba yun or may other mode of payment.

hehe.. Nagaral ako sa singapore nung late 90's and parents ko until now sa Bukit Panjang umuuwi. :)


675K ang parking... will inquire the mode of payment kung yun lang ang bibilhin mo.. usually kasama na kasi sa payment scheme ng unit yun pag sabay mo binili eh.

Parang nasabi sa akin ng agent ko na for sale din parking space. Around PHP 650K

Off topic: lauston_rr28 sa Singapore ka din ba? :)


Yups! dito din ako Singapore....:)
hmm...sbi skin before nsa 600k yung parking....pti pla parking space nag-aapreciate?

hehe.. Nagaral ako sa singapore nung late 90's and parents ko until now sa Bukit Panjang umuuwi. :)


675K ang parking... will inquire the mode of payment kung yun lang ang bibilhin mo.. usually kasama na kasi sa payment scheme ng unit yun pag sabay mo binili eh.

@rip013
Thanks ng marami ulit...

Yups! dito din ako Singapore....:)
hmm...sbi skin before nsa 600k yung parking....pti pla parking space nag-aapreciate?

Yes, nagappreciate siya last November.. kasabay nung mga units.

Updates sent by my agent:

Construction is already in 10th floor

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Updates sent by my agent:

Construction is already in 10th floor

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okey toh...maraming salamat ulit chris....sarap pagmasdan ng building natin na unti unting tumataas.

ako mismo nagulat.. parang ang tagal nila ginawa yung 1-5 na floor.. pero yung 6-10.. parang ang bilis! sana ganun na rin kabilis sa mga remaining floors. :banana:

Oooh...!

So Geo-Estates pirated Miriam O. Katigbak, previously the Ayala Land EVP for Ayala Malls, to be Prexy and COO. Interesting.

She probably thought that running an upstart developer would be more challenging.

Based from the photo update, parang tinanggal na yung viewing deck. Bakit kaya?

Based from the photo update, parang tinanggal na yung viewing deck. Bakit kaya?

I think visible na kasi cia:) even with the board up fence! so probably no need na yung viewing deck.

Location and value for money seals the deal (http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=439782&publicationSubCategoryId=76)
Updated February 13, 2009 12:00 AM
Philstar.com (http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=439782&publicationSubCategoryId=76)

Get to experience residential resort living like the Carandang family only at The Beacon

MANILA, Philippines - Dr. Gina Lorna Tugade-Carandang, a dentist, and her husband, Laredo, were set on buying a condominium unit in Makati. The day before closing the deal with another developer, the couple passed by WalterMart to have their pictures taken for their US visa renewal. As fate would have it, the photo-studio was fronted by The Beacon sales booth. Attracted by the scaled model of The Beacon, they decided to pass by the booth and was met by a sales agent. The couple listened to the agent’s enthusiastic assertions then decided to watch a movie.

“My husband, a practicing architect, initially liked the design and features presented to us, so I told him that if the agent is still there when the film ended, maybe the site and showroom nearby deserve to be checked out. Before we could even reach the ground floor, we were already met by Chiely, the sales agent!” Gina recalls vividly.

The agent brought them to the actual site and showroom to view some model units. It helps that The Beacon, a three-tower master development, stands at the corner of Don Chino Roces and Arnaiz Avenue, making Walter Mart a mere three minute walk.

Bowled over by The Beacon’s unique location, the Carandang couple after having toured a number of other condo developments days before, did not expect the luxurious features of each turn-over unit: 60x60 sized homogenous tiles, wall finishes, modular cabinets, range hood and granite countertop, among others.

After comparing specs-by-specs, the Carandangs decided then and there, to let go of the other Makati condo development they initially intended to purchase and opted to get two units at The Beacon. Currently residing in Parañaque, the Carandangs, who happen to have two daughters and a son as the youngest, plan to make their latest investment a half-way house, between work, school and their permanent residence in Parañaque.

“My husband, being a licensed interior designer as well, is already teeming with ideas for the units. Our daughters are both excited and can already see themselves transferring here on weekdays because of its location and amenities. The resort type swimming pool is so inviting,” she says excitedly.

In fact, Dr. Carandang likes the development so much that she has convinced her sibling and some friends to purchase their own units.

It is easy to see why the Carandangs fell in love with The Beacon. Its’ unique location makes it easier for residents to go about their day, providing them multiple access points and roads- EDSA, Buendia Avenue, and Osmeña Highway. Aside from Walter Mart, The Beacon is in close proximity with establishments like the Makati Cinema Square, Makati Medical Center, Don Bosco Institute, Assumption College, Makati CBD, etc. Leisure and commercial institutions are effortlessly clubbed into the layout of The Beacon, making everything within reach.

As Dr. Gina Lorna Tugade-Carandang confirms, The Beacon stands out from the rest of the condominium with these qualities: strategic location, value for money, and hectare of amenities.

Get to experience residential resort living like the Carandangs are about to have. Visit The Beacon at its showroom at the corner of Don Chino Roces and Arnaiz Avenue.

construction already on the 15th floor (kung tama bilang ko kanina..) :cheers:

marami sila pinirata... I remember since my last 2 projects in Manila are both from Ayala, and Ms. Katigbak and Comia were some of the boss I encountered from the said projects

construction already on the 15th floor (kung tama bilang ko kanina..) :cheers:

5 floors added within 14 days.....hmmm::)

5 floors added within 14 days.....hmmm::)

hmm.. d naman.. walang 13th floor kaya basically 4 floors lang pero technically, 15th floor na yung ginagawa nila nung last time na nakita ko yung site :)

I see, so its 4 floors for 2 weeks then :) picture upadates anyone?