Downspouts are always exposed and these run along corners of the house, most usually. But I agree, because of the expanse of facade in a high-rise, it should have been behind the stucco to conceal them. They should put some skin over those drain system as camouflage; with what, I am clueless. But the chances of that happening is slim to none unless it is presented to the Ayala powers-that-be.

Downspouts are always exposed and these run along corners of the house, most usually. But I agree, because of the expanse of facade in a high-rise, it should have been behind the stucco to conceal them. They should put some skin over those drain system as camouflage; with what, I am clueless. But the chances of that happening is slim to none unless it is presented to the Ayala powers-that-be.

Remember folks that the external wall components are precast concrete. Unlike buildings elsewhere, the main load bearing walls could be made of concrete blocks, metal or lumber studs with sheathing and then follwed by the waterproofing medium. Subsequently, if the external wall is brick, then provisions for the down spouts can be made but the down spots are still visible/accessible. As for other types of exterior, these spouts are typically surface mounted unless otherwise custom spec. and paid dearly. I think the subject drain pipes are downspouts, not sewer pipes. As someone had said, it's for ease of maintenance and minimum labor cost. Developers/builders can make expensive buildings/dwelings with all the bells and whisltes or the affordable one but still well made. So what is it folks? And please do not translate some of the wordings used literally. You are all smart reason for choosing BGC over other places and Serendra.... no offense. Showing off is not in my vocabulary, so please don't misconstrue my statements now and then. Good luck to all!

i believe the expose downspouts is due to maintenainance issue in the future when something get clogged up, it is easier to deal with it exposed from the concrete wall.

Ditto..

I don't get what you mean. Are you saying that since I'm more fortunate than the informal settlers of smoky mountain I shouldn't mind the exposed drain pipes of one serendra?

As a US educated and trained engineer with experience in homebuilding is it your professional opinion that the pipes could not be concealed (even with the project still being in the construction phase)?

Hi! If it's a double wall exterior system, partial concealing could be done but costly amid major changes to prints and all the rests. This is a condominium development so I doubt if Ayala would consider. A single-family dwelling, it won't be a problem. But then we are talking exxxxxtrrrraaaa cost... BIG BUCKS!!!!!!Regards.

These are balcony drain pipes and downspout. It is best that the downspout (connected at the roof) is exposed for better maintenance and to prevent damages in the units if in case leaks occur within the downspout. Due this, balcony drains will therefore be exposed as well to tap to the downspout.

Concealing downspouts within walls is what bungalow and 2-storey houses are sometimes doing. On the other hand, exposed installation is still being done. However, for higher buildings (as compared with bungalow or 2-storey residences) such as Serendra, it is not advisable to conceal them as the water pressure thru downspouts is greater as water comes from the main roof. Any damages on the downspout would therefore cause damages on finishes and furniture of the nearby unit.

Aaaaah, point well taken. I knew the cost factor played the biggest role in how these downspouts were built. And surely, I'm not one of those who would want the cost to be passed on to; couldn't afford it anyway. But just curious, I don't see downspouts in hi-rises here. Or maybe these are exposed but I never had the reason to check them out; maybe I will tom.; i.e. if I'll remember. Something new to learn everyday :)!

In our current home, we have them exposed in nooks and corners connected to the seamless gutters running along the roof edges. In fact, the one next to the side gate has a few dents already due to gardeners running into them with their tools and hubby (sige na nga, and me) with our garbage bins but these are easily replaceable, thus low maint.

in the past, houses in the phil had exposed downspouts as these were typically made of formed GI sheets that rusted out after a few years. thus the need to change it every so often.

nowadays the popular choice for downspouts in the PI (and which they also use in serendra) are PVC (plastic) pipes which does not rust. They, however, DEGRADE when exposed to sunlight, turning brittle after a few years.

It is therefore a maintenance DISADVANTAGE to have these pipes exposed.

Thus in new house construction it is typically concealed within the walls. In addition making the house look better, you also protect the pvc pipes from the sun.

You only see exposed pvc downspouts in houses built without the help of blueprints (engineering plans). Yun bang mga gawa lang ng karpintero na kapitbahay nila, kaya walang foresight.

kaya tuloy iisipin mo, parang kumuha lang sa kanto ng gagawa ng serendra. :ohno:

slapstring,

there should not be a problem with water pressure. a good plumbing engineer can take that into consideration when making the hydraulic calculations. You only need to design the system properly with the right size of pipes and location of vent pipes.

edmund,

again, a good designer can take the clogging factor into account. tignan mo sa toilet, a well designed sewer system can handle the flush toilet paper without clogging. diba wala kang makikitang trashcan sa mga toilet ng five star hotels para sa used TP?

(which reminds me of a toilet i used in queenstown, new zealand. there was actually a sign on the toilet door saying "our toilets are designed to flush toilet paper" :lol: pasaring yata sa pinoy!)

Thus in new house construction it is typically concealed within the walls. In addition making the house look better, you also protect the pvc pipes from the sun.

You only see exposed pvc downspouts in houses built without the help of blueprints (engineering plans). Yun bang mga gawa lang ng karpintero na kapitbahay nila, kaya walang foresight.

kaya tuloy iisipin mo, parang kumuha lang sa kanto ng gagawa ng serendra. :ohno:


Our house was built new 5 years ago by Shea Homes (same ones who built the Golden Gate Bridge). California laws are very strict when it comes to home building so I doubt that they did not have blueprints. It's a tract home, not a custom home so it's probably the cost factor again.

hmmm... i'm wondering... would Serendra be fully fenced when it is turned-over or will it be open?

hmmm... i'm wondering... would Serendra be fully fenced when it is turned-over or will it be open?


Of course, it will be fully-fenced. Security has always been the strong points of any Ayala development.

And then within Serendra, board-ups will be placed to secure the turned over phases from the later phases that are still under construction.

Our house was built new 5 years ago by Shea Homes (same ones who built the Golden Gate Bridge). California laws are very strict when it comes to home building so I doubt that they did not have blueprints. It's a tract home, not a custom home so it's probably the cost factor again.


sorry. wasn't talking about california houses, was talking about houses sa probinsiya ng pinas. I do know downspouts in california are usually metal. tambay home depot ako sa dyan and I have visited a few shea and shapell on the market in silicon valley, for kicks and giggles.

slapstring,

there should not be a problem with water pressure. a good plumbing engineer can take that into consideration when making the hydraulic calculations. You only need to design the system properly with the right size of pipes and location of vent pipes.

edmund,

again, a good designer can take the clogging factor into account. tignan mo sa toilet, a well designed sewer system can handle the flush toilet paper without clogging. diba wala kang makikitang trashcan sa mga toilet ng five star hotels para sa used TP?

(which reminds me of a toilet i used in queenstown, new zealand. there was actually a sign on the toilet door saying "our toilets are designed to flush toilet paper" :lol: pasaring yata sa pinoy!)


what's peculiar about serendra, though, is that the buildings are sprawling, and thus, the roofs cover an expansive area, catching exponentially a lot more rainwater than let's say a typical high-rise with a small footprint.

either you go for a few huge pipes or a lot of small pipes... of course, the small pipes won't stick out obviously; and this, together with the fact that most upper floor units have balconies, necessitated for the downspouts to be integrated with the balcony drain system.

what's peculiar about serendra, though, is that the buildings are sprawling, and thus, the roofs cover an expansive area, catching exponentially a lot more rainwater than let's say a typical high-rise with a small footprint.

either you go for a few huge pipes or a lot of small pipes... of course, the small pipes won't stick out obviously; and this, together with the fact that most upper floor units have balconies, necessitated for the downspouts to be integrated with the balcony drain system.

Even the best toilets can clog up at times. Imagine it was a pipe built into a wall. What a mess. eh? This adage was learned in school---- anything that can go wrong will go wrong! All things are possible; but then are we willing to shoulder the unnecessary expense that could have been avoided in the first place?Regards!

in the past, houses in the phil had exposed downspouts as these were typically made of formed GI sheets that rusted out after a few years. thus the need to change it every so often.

nowadays the popular choice for downspouts in the PI (and which they also use in serendra) are PVC (plastic) pipes which does not rust. They, however, DEGRADE when exposed to sunlight, turning brittle after a few years.

It is therefore a maintenance DISADVANTAGE to have these pipes exposed.

Thus in new house construction it is typically concealed within the walls. In addition making the house look better, you also protect the pvc pipes from the sun.

You only see exposed pvc downspouts in houses built without the help of blueprints (engineering plans). Yun bang mga gawa lang ng karpintero na kapitbahay nila, kaya walang foresight.

kaya tuloy iisipin mo, parang kumuha lang sa kanto ng gagawa ng serendra. :ohno:

slapstring,

there should not be a problem with water pressure. a good plumbing engineer can take that into consideration when making the hydraulic calculations. You only need to design the system properly with the right size of pipes and location of vent pipes.

edmund,

again, a good designer can take the clogging factor into account. tignan mo sa toilet, a well designed sewer system can handle the flush toilet paper without clogging. diba wala kang makikitang trashcan sa mga toilet ng five star hotels para sa used TP?

(which reminds me of a toilet i used in queenstown, new zealand. there was actually a sign on the toilet door saying "our toilets are designed to flush toilet paper" :lol: pasaring yata sa pinoy!)

Hi, Gen1. Please don't be offended. I think there is a misunderstanding here between a sewer drain/pipe and rain water down spout. The former is vented to allow sewer gas escape via a secondary pipe through the roof. Down spouts are not vented on the principle that vented or not water will over flow back to where it came from when clogged-up. Again, an unnecessary, costly feature with no significance. It's much more economical to replace a broken exposed down spout than to tear up a wall just to get to a useless spout, which is only good when its raining---- to collect rain water and drain in one spot. You are entitled to your own opinion, but keep it to yourself when it is demeaning without basis. Others may not take your comments kindly. Good day!

^^ nope, that's not the current masterplan (at least for district one; i'm not sure about district two though)

here's the latest illustrative masterplan from one serendra's website

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i37/llaurenversion3/oneserendra_sdp.jpg

This is exactly what I meant/said in another thread that development renderings are subject to changes..... they are for ill---ustrative purposes only. Just getting my point across... Regards!

Hi, Gen1. Please don't be offended. I think there is a misunderstanding here between a sewer drain/pipe and rain water down spout. The former is vented to allow sewer gas escape via a secondary pipe through the roof. Down spouts are not vented on the principle that vented or not water will over flow back to where it came from when clogged-up. Again, an unnecessary, costly feature with no significance. It's much more economical to replace a broken exposed down spout than to tear up a wall just to get to a useless spout, which is only good when its raining---- to collect rain water and drain in one spot. You are entitled to your own opinion, but keep it to yourself when it is demeaning without basis. Others may not take your comments kindly. Good day!

Likewise, chictown, please do not be offended. vent pipes are only secondarily there to vent sewer gases. they are primarily installed to allow unhampered flow of fluid thru the pipe. the analogy most often used in plumbing handbooks is that of a can of milk. punch one hole only and the flow of the milk is sputtering and weak. punch another hole and the flow will be vigorous and smooth.

same principle apply to any pipe, whether sewer or drain, that relies on gravity for fluid flow.

btw the reason you don't see downspouts in other condos is that the floor drain for their balconies flow to the main sewer pipe of the building. It was what should have been done by ayala land. Good Day !

Likewise, chictown, please do not be offended. vent pipes are only secondarily there to vent sewer gases. they are primarily installed to allow unhampered flow of fluid thru the pipe. the analogy most often used in plumbing handbooks is that of a can of milk. punch one hole only and the flow of the milk is sputtering and weak. punch another hole and the flow will be vigorous and smooth.

same principle apply to any pipe, whether sewer or drain, that relies on gravity for fluid flow.

btw the reason you don't see downspouts in other condos is that the floor drain for their balconies flow to the main sewer pipe of the building. It was what should have been done by ayala land. Good Day !

Hi, Gen1. You need not worry about me, Bud. I am here to learn, but I never considered downspouts as plumbing. Roofers are called for roofs, gutters and downspouts, or it can be a dyi. Likewise, plumbers for plumbing tasks. As I see it, it's cost and efficiency factors. Regards!

PS. Say the drain is clogged up downstream of the vent, where's the water going to drain? Wouldn't it back up? As we discuss this matter, our downspouts are packed with leaves. It rained and not all drained out; so vented or not it would not have any difference. I know for sure you've heard of a bottleneck.

The exposed drain pipe in serendra is for maintenance purposes. I recently built a townhouse for sale. Being concerned with aesthetics, I told my contractor to hide the drain pipe. When my townhouse was finished, I had problems with leak on the drain pipe. So the contactor had to break the cement in order to fix the pipe. I was also advised by my engineer that it is not advisable to have the pipe cut through the beams. You see when you put the drain pipe inside the walls, it will cut through the support beams as well.

Developers always have a choice of what to put priority in, form or function. In serendra, they did both. The exposed drain pipe addressed the maintenance issue and they exposed it in a way that it blends in with the design.

The exposed drain pipe in serendra is for maintenance purposes. I recently built a townhouse for sale. Being concerned with aesthetics, I told my contractor to hide the drain pipe. When my townhouse was finished, I had problems with leak on the drain pipe. So the contactor had to break the cement in order to fix the pipe. I was also advised by my engineer that it is not advisable to have the pipe cut through the beams. You see when you put the drain pipe inside the walls, it will cut through the support beams as well.

Developers always have a choice of what to put priority in, form or function. In serendra, they did both. The exposed drain pipe addressed the maintenance issue and they exposed it in a way that it blends in with the design.

i agree with you!

The exposed drain pipe in serendra is for maintenance purposes. I recently built a townhouse for sale. Being concerned with aesthetics, I told my contractor to hide the drain pipe. When my townhouse was finished, I had problems with leak on the drain pipe. So the contactor had to break the cement in order to fix the pipe. I was also advised by my engineer that it is not advisable to have the pipe cut through the beams. You see when you put the drain pipe inside the walls, it will cut through the support beams as well.

Developers always have a choice of what to put priority in, form or function. In serendra, they did both. The exposed drain pipe addressed the maintenance issue and they exposed it in a way that it blends in with the design.


Hi Raktak,

You should have asked your contractor to do a static water pressure test on your pipe before cementing in the pipe. the test is very simple, you plug the outlet and fill the pipe with water. any leaks will be exposed. It's how it's done in the US and here is the Phil by reputable builders. you should have sued your contractor :) (you can route utilities through support beams. civil engineers have a formula for the correct ratio for that. needs to be computed though, and some engineers don't want to bother)

My agent was kind enough to give me construction plans for my unit. In the plans you will see how they concealed the utilities - water, sewer, electricity, telephone - they used pipe chases. pipe chases are cavities/enclosures accessible to maintenance personnel.

wonder why they give us sheetrock ceilings in the kitchen and toilets? it's to hide all that plumbing for the unit above us. wonder why they wouldn't route those balcony drain pipes to the main building sewer line? I guess it's to save a few thousand bucks to conceal pipes with a pipe chase. Oh well, the 100,000 pesos per square meter we paid probably didn't merit us that courtesy

I guess this is an option serendra has to conceal the drain pipes. I don't think it will cost much. a few pipes, a few sheets of sheetrock. that'll do the trick. All the units have these pipe chases.

a few bucks to keep our condo from looking like BLISS low-cost housing. man, they should spend it.

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Saw this One Serendra rendering from oneserendra.com, not sure though which section it is pero ang ganda ng color scheme.

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^^ my guess is that it could be sections D & E facing the central garden coz that part of section E do not have any balcony BUT the building on the right is too "blocky" to be section E... ChicTown has a point with regards to renderings

This is exactly what I meant/said in another thread that development renderings are subject to changes..... they are for ill---ustrative purposes only. Just getting my point across... Regards!

The exposed drain pipe in serendra is for maintenance purposes. I recently built a townhouse for sale. Being concerned with aesthetics, I told my contractor to hide the drain pipe. When my townhouse was finished, I had problems with leak on the drain pipe. So the contactor had to break the cement in order to fix the pipe. I was also advised by my engineer that it is not advisable to have the pipe cut through the beams. You see when you put the drain pipe inside the walls, it will cut through the support beams as well.

Developers always have a choice of what to put priority in, form or function. In serendra, they did both. The exposed drain pipe addressed the maintenance issue and they exposed it in a way that it blends in with the design.

Thanks, Raktak for the reinforcement! Best wishes and regards to everyone!

I guess this is an option serendra has to conceal the drain pipes. I don't think it will cost much. a few pipes, a few sheets of sheetrock. that'll do the trick. All the units have these pipe chases.

a few bucks to keep our condo from looking like BLISS low-cost housing. man, they should spend it.

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Hi, Gen1. It's truly not that bad. My wife and I looked at the Serendra plans/renderings and other Ayala projects in Makati at least three times before we settled for Boni Ridge. Serendra's design is stunning, except that it's too massive for our lifestyle; it's for younger, vibrant generation as yourself. As for me, whether it's Serendra or any of the other condo units in BGC, I'd be happy to be an owner and I would not dwell on such a minor thingy to ruin my feeling. Would you rather be looking in or looking out? Regards and have a great day!

PS.. the shortest distance to a point is a straight line. Too many bends/breaks is catastrophic.

I guess this is an option serendra has to conceal the drain pipes. I don't think it will cost much. a few pipes, a few sheets of sheetrock. that'll do the trick. All the units have these pipe chases.

a few bucks to keep our condo from looking like BLISS low-cost housing. man, they should spend it.

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k228/pajero_gen1/floorplan.jpg

For Serendra unit owners looking for some measurements of areas in their unit, here it is. Just divide any of the dimension figures shown by either 25.4 or multiply by .039 to get the equivalent in inches, then divide by 12 to get the footage. Good luck!

Hi, Gen1. Please don't be offended. I think there is a misunderstanding here between a sewer drain/pipe and rain water down spout. The former is vented to allow sewer gas escape via a secondary pipe through the roof. Down spouts are not vented on the principle that vented or not water will over flow back to where it came from when clogged-up. Again, an unnecessary, costly feature with no significance. It's much more economical to replace a broken exposed down spout than to tear up a wall just to get to a useless spout, which is only good when its raining---- to collect rain water and drain in one spot. You are entitled to your own opinion, but keep it to yourself when it is demeaning without basis. Others may not take your comments kindly. Good day!

ChicTown, I agree with you. I have lived here in Japan and it is very common to see those rain pipes exposed outside the mansions as they call it. I don't find it aesthetically bad at all and it is easy to understand why they are designed that way for maintenance purposes. There are many Serendra-like developments here in Japan and the exterior always have visible drain pipes, air vents, air conditioner/heater provisions/pipes and the like. I won't lose sleep over it if I were a buyer in Serendra.

ChicTown, I agree with you. I have lived here in Japan and it is very common to see those rain pipes exposed outside the mansions as they call it. I don't find it aesthetically bad at all and it is easy to understand why they are designed that way for maintenance purposes. There are many Serendra-like developments here in Japan and the exterior always have visible drain pipes, air vents, air conditioner/heater provisions/pipes and the like. I won't lose sleep over it if I were a buyer in Serendra.

here here :cheers:

here here :cheers:

Amen to that! Men, it's like a debate on religion. I'm signing off so i can finish my work and prepare for my Philippine trip this weekend. Good day!

Amen to that! Men, it's like a debate on religion. I'm signing off so i can finish my work and prepare for my Philippine trip this weekend. Good day!
have a safe trip and a wonderful time :)

Hi, Gen1. You need not worry about me, Bud. I am here to learn, but I never considered downspouts as plumbing. Roofers are called for roofs, gutters and downspouts, or it can be a dyi. Likewise, plumbers for plumbing tasks. As I see it, it's cost and efficiency factors. Regards!


Hi chictown. sorry but I didn't realize that balconies were regarded as roofs in your neck of the woods. there lies the root of the misunderstanding.

The reason why I'm passionate about the issue is that at least four friends of mine have kidded me about paying top dollar for a unit in Bliss :nuts: I was hoping that if a few unit owners made sufficient noise serendra wouldn't do the same thing in sections still in construction. and my unit is in section c.

O siya, tama na nga. Baka matulad pa sa mga character sa sineng 13th Warrior na kasama si antonio banderas, nag-espadahan dahil sa "engineering dispute" :colgate:

have a pleasant stay at BGC

have a safe trip and a wonderful time :)

Ditto here, chictown. And do take lots of pics. Please tell Greg, too, and of Serendra, in particular. Thanks and take care! :cheers:

have a safe trip and a wonderful time :)

Thanks a bunch, bartman. Wish you and yours the best of Thanksgiving holiday. Good day!

Hi chictown. sorry but I didn't realize that balconies were regarded as roofs in your neck of the woods. there lies the root of the misunderstanding.

The reason why I'm passionate about the issue is that at least four friends of mine have kidded me about paying top dollar for a unit in Bliss :nuts: I was hoping that if a few unit owners made sufficient noise serendra wouldn't do the same thing in sections still in construction. and my unit is in section c.

O siya, tama na nga. Baka matulad pa sa mga character sa sineng 13th Warrior na kasama si antonio banderas, nag-espadahan dahil sa "engineering dispute" :colgate:

have a pleasant stay at BGC

10-4 and many thanks for the wishes. Now it's my turn to wish each and everyone a joyful Thanksgiving holiday. Regards!

Ditto here, chictown. And do take lots of pics. Please tell Greg, too, and of Serendra, in particular. Thanks and take care! :cheers:

Thank you! May you and yours have the best Thanksgiving holiday ever! Good day.

The exposed drain pipe in serendra is for maintenance purposes. I recently built a townhouse for sale. Being concerned with aesthetics, I told my contractor to hide the drain pipe. When my townhouse was finished, I had problems with leak on the drain pipe. So the contactor had to break the cement in order to fix the pipe. I was also advised by my engineer that it is not advisable to have the pipe cut through the beams. You see when you put the drain pipe inside the walls, it will cut through the support beams as well.

Developers always have a choice of what to put priority in, form or function. In serendra, they did both. The exposed drain pipe addressed the maintenance issue and they exposed it in a way that it blends in with the design.

Hello, Raktak. Hope all is well! Concealing the downspouts/drain tiles is possible through use of I-beams running the height of the building and in sections corresponding the drains. But then again, this only for purely vertical drainage installation. Tapping into this drain tiles diagonally or at an angle from the balconies is another story. Everything is possible, but at what cost. Good day!

aren't we suppose to start a new thread for serendra yet? just askin' :)

^^ Hang on guys, I'm already working on it. ;)

Edit: Here it is...

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=10427922#post10427922

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An Ayala Land Development.

Thread III http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=372494

Thread II http://skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=279869&page=1&pp=20

Thread I http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=282268

07.19.06

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Shops at Serendra's extension... BGC City Center - taken from Serendra's 2nd level.

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West Escalators: Ground to 2nd level, and Ground to basement parking level.

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Center Bridgeway: (there are two others, the one in the West (http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b210/ofngol/Photo_071906_005x.jpg) and the East (http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b210/ofngol/Photo_071906_022x.jpg) , both with escalators up to the basement-parking level)
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The staircase on the center bridgeway:
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The views from the center bridgeway: (all facing East/Market! Market!)
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Western entrance with (from L-R) view of SoMa, Fifth Avenue Place (soon), Essensa Twins, Regent Parkway, and Fairways Tower.
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Western entrance
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The East Entrance - facing Market! Market! and the beautifully landscaped rotunda.
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CR
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Serendra - 10.14.06

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after crossing the road across M2!
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crossing to the side of Serendra
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and to the side of M2! (there's supposedly another pic before this one but it got corrupted on my MMC Card)
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after this pic, I went to Market! Market!'s Fiesta Market to drink water and to my surprise, they don't have even a single glass so I was not able to drink yet. gawd! I'm getting dehydrated already...

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so back to taking pics of Serendra (Bonus! SoMa's also visible, in it's current 39-storey glory), this time starting from the other end of M2!

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then back to "arket! Market!". Wondering where the "M" went? You're right, it's the "Big M" (Milenyo) who took it away.
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Soma and Serendra from M2! 3rd level
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from the 4th level
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Serendra seen from Market! Market!'s Fashion! Market!
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Serendra from 4th level M2!
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Serendra from 2nd level M2!
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Arrival at Shops at Serendra
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After taking the following pic...

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...I heard the guard whistled twice, approached me, and told me nicely, "Sir bawal pong kumuha ng pictures maliban na lang kung may kasama po kayong tao na pinipicturan nyo. Pakidelete na lang po yung picture (said with a smile!)". Aww... how courteous and accomodating, that's how the Market! Market! personnel should be. :okay:

But obviously, matigas ang ulo ko, just in case you were thinking of something else, ulo sa taas that is, haha, (I've proven this a few months ago nung mauntog ako sa glass ng bookshelf ko at nabasag yung glass pero hindi yung ulo ko, tanga kasi yung glass eh, hindi umiwas, nabasag tuloy siya :rofl: ) kaya hindi ko dinelete yung pic at naipost ko pa dito tapos may iba pang kasunod na pics :hilarious:

City Center from Serendra, this time taking pictures discreetly when the guards are not around:

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Washroom break (at the very 1st world Serendra CRs) to take a leak at the urinals that flush automatically, after which I decided to check the toilets, and lookie at the toilet...

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...they also flush, automatically, that's a luxury in the third world where public toilets usually don't flush, there's no tissue, no soap, no water, and the washroom generally stinks. Okay, enough bitchin' about the look of the usual public toilets.

City Center with newly laid asphalt, it has this really suffocating chemical scent in it. :(

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closer (literally, because my PDA doesn't have a good zoom function)
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a little more up-close
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looking back at Serendra:

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Masyadong maputik!
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"<-TOILET->"
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Serendra at Bonifacio Global City - thread IV
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An Ayala Land Development.

thanks, Aaron! very nice shade of green! :colgate:


sa sobrang dami ng sections ng serendra mukhang more threads to come pa ito :lol:

Awesome photos, thomasian! They really add a lot to the forum. Keep 'em coming!

^^ Sure. :D

To future Serendra residents, presenting, your city, Bonifacio Global City, a walking tour.

A few (just a few) non-related pics were removed, to view the whole post please check...
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=404967&page=2

Thank you.

I just realized that my previous City Center update got resized by photobucket because of a wrong setting so I had them re-uploaded to photobucket and reposted here...

10.14.06

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My new updates, sorry if I posted them a bit late.

The pictures are posted in the order they were taken.

Here's the story. 6 days later I went back to BGC to get my haircut at FIX Lab Serendra.

10.20.06

Market! Market!
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Serendra
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Market! Market! again
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Ikot-Ikot muna sa Serendra...

Sa tapat ng rotunda
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punta naman sa kabilang dulo ng Serendra...

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balik ulit sa kabilang side para sa FIX LAB
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FIX Lab, Shops at Serendra
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The stylist was Ms. Belle, nag-iisang lang syang stylist ng FIX Lab kasi konti pa lang naman daw ang mga customers nila eh. It was already 4pm and yet I was just their 2nd client, and the only one in the salon the whole time I was there. Gusto ko yung ganun kasi naasikaso ka nila ng husto, hindi minamadali unlike in other crowded (Bench) FIX salons.

Haircut was P185 + P50 for Ms. Belle and P20 for the assistant na taga-shampoo, taga blow-dry, at taga pagpag ng buhok.

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After the haircut, I skipped going to Sonja, next time na lang, since I figured out that I'll be more satisfied with a Chicken McRice Burger from McDo.

City Center, medyo malayo so naisip kong tawirin yung newly laid asphalt para makalapit-lapit ng konti
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...next thing I know nasa gilid na ako ng City Center at kumukuha ng pics ng patago. :D

this is the road that cuts through the center of City Center
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here's where that pic was taken, red indicates my location while the arrow points out the direction where I was facing.
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walking further

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dumidilim na
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L-R; 5th Avenue Place (u/c), Essensa Twin Towers, Regent Parkway, Fairways Tower, Pacific Plaza, One McKinley, Net One
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looking back at City Center
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BGC Sunset

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photoshopping the pic
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silhouettes of BGC condos
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After FW Heights, I walked towards Bellagio and into Boni Ridge but it was too dark to take pics. :(

I headed to McDo Forbestown, at kahit gutom na talaga me, snap muna nitong pic.
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When I went out of McDo with my Chicken McRice Burger, Net One's sign is already lit.

I waited for a "The Fort Bus" outside McDo kaso puno na lahat ng dumadaan, 6:45 na pero nasa BGC pa rin ako samantalang may class ako ng 7:00pm sa Informatics Galleria. So I walked na lang hanggang malapit dun sa tapat ng Icon Showroom.

How cute! Their lamps are shaped like the footprint of ICON. Genius! :D

Puno pa rin yung mga The Fort Bus so I just waited until meron nang bus na makakasakay ako. Mamaya-maya, merong kotse na tumigil sa tapat naming mga nag-aantay ng bus, tapos dumungaw yung girl na driver at kinausap yung grupo ng mga girls na nag-aantay ng masasakyan, at matapos ang konting usasapan sumakay na yung iba sa kanila, uso pa rin pala yung ganun ngayon, kasi kahit nung wala pa yung BGC, meron na ring mga private cars na nagsasakay eh. Tapos may dumating na school service (kasi may label siya na "[Name of School here] School Service") at biglang nagsakayan yung mga kasama kong naghihintay ng masasakyan, ako na lang ang naiwan tapos sumigaw sakin yung driver "EDSA-Ayala", how stupid of me not to realize na public transpo pala yun kaya sumakay na rin ako. :D P7 lang pamasahe. Nag-MRT na ako hanggang Ortigas at lakad hanggang Galle, ayun, as expected late ako sa school. :colgate:

Silly test.

Testing

Aaron! Thank you! Thank you! Thank You! Your pictures breath life to Serendra. You're a good kid. Love you, kiddo! :)

awesome. nice pics of serendra :)

i believe this article is referring to what is now Shops at Serendra...


BCDA, ALI launch new project
By Marianne V. Go
The Philippine Star 11/14/2006

The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) and Ayala Land Inc. (ALI) recently launched its latest joint venture project - the Serendra retail section dubbed the Piazza.

According to BCDA vice president for business development Aileen Zosa, the Piazza is a 6,400-square-meter mall composed of restaurants, specialty shops and health and beauty centers. It is located at One and Two Serendra and is adjacent to Market Market! Shopping Center.

BCDA expects to generate around P10 million in lease revenues during the first year or at least P250 million in the next 25 years.

BCDA president Narciso Abaya said the lease revenues would be a major boost to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Military Modernization Program which gets 50 percent of all BCDA lease income. Abaya said the joint venture project is a success story of public-private partnership.

"It is an indication of Ayala Land’s strong investor confidence in the BCDA," Abaya said.

The Piazza has some 40 shops and restaurants already open and more shops and restaurants are slated to open before the start of the Christmas season to take advantage of the increased consumer spending associated during the yuletide season.


complete article @ http://www.philstar.com/philstar/NEWS200611140703.htm

some good news: just got the word that the new turnover schedule for section E one serendra is now 4th quarter 2009 :colgate:

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On One Serendra, D & E: any stats on percent sold? Any news on Two Serendra, D & E as well?

So Lauren, am I to presume Greg is the luckier dog as he tops you at "laquacha"?
You guys can switch nicks now! But I'll be more confused! :nuts:

On One Serendra, D & E: any stats on percent sold? Any news on Two Serendra, D & E as well?

So Lauren, am I to presume Greg is the luckier dog as he tops you at "laquacha"?
You guys can switch nicks now! But I'll be more confused! :nuts:


speaking of stats, Susan, is this for real?!


PinayDiva sa OC!

Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: South Orange County, California
Posts: 4,294,967,295


WOW! :nuts:


selling of section E units (one serendra) only started Oct 2006 and it looks like about 15% sold already... i know there are a few remaining 2BRs & 3BRs still available at section D... btw, the buildings of sections D & E will be joined with the common lobby located at section E


you should see greg's intinerary at the fairways thread... i'm definitely no match for him hahaha! :lol:

speaking of stats, Susan, is this for real?!


PinayDiva sa OC!

Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: South Orange County, California
Posts: 4,294,967,295


WOW! :nuts:

selling of section E units (one serendra) only started Oct 2006 and it looks like about 15% sold already... i know there are a few remaining 2BRs & 3BRs still available at section D... btw, the buildings of sections D & E will be joined with the common lobby located at section E


you should see greg's intinerary at the fairways thread... i'm definitely no match for him hahaha! :lol:

i hacked the system, can't you tell? :devil: someone really likes me!:) it's who you know, not what you know, yah?!

thanks for the real stats. and yes, i read greg's itinerary; wish i could be at the planned gig with you all. Ano ba ang 'EB'?

EB = Eye Ball po

i hacked the system, can't you tell? :devil: someone really likes me!:) it's who you know, not what you know, yah?!

thanks for the real stats. and yes, i read greg's itinerary; wish i could be at the planned gig with you all. Ano ba ang 'EB'?

EB = Eye Ball po
Thanks, Dvorak and Cynch. Kaya lang, di ko ma-dig, sorry. duh ako. Bakit eyeball? parang magkita tayo sa mata, ganoon ba? my wild guess.

Saw your pictures at the bamboo lounge (bgc-zens). just 3 people showed up?

On Murphy bed: Precisely our plan to build a wall-unit with a 'Murphy' bed, shelvings, for the cozy little nook we'll have.

Cynch, thanks on the lot info. Do these numbers have any effect on the structures that will eventually be built upon them? I guess the higher the values, the higher they'll charge for improvements (condos, offices, etc.)

In 2 years time, do you think FBGC will all be completely built? Are there any projected new developments in 2 year's time or the inventory will be non-existent except for re-sales (reason for the queries is a window of opportunity highly likely). Is there a buzz on possibly a next 'BGC", i.e., another masterplan in the works? mulling over long-term strategies here. Thanks. :)

nope.. sa Sunday pa yung meet..

yung pics kanina.. ehh accidental meet lang namin ni Greg.. hehehe

sa Sunday pa yung marami..

Thanks, Dvorak and Cynch. Kaya lang, di ko ma-dig, sorry. duh ako. Bakit eyeball? parang magkita tayo sa mata, ganoon ba? my wild guess.

Saw your pictures at the bamboo lounge (bgc-zens). just 3 people showed up?

On Murphy bed: Precisely our plan to build a wall-unit with a 'Murphy' bed, shelvings, for the cozy little nook we'll have.

Cynch, thanks on the lot info. Do these numbers have any effect on the structures that will eventually be built upon them? I guess the higher the values, the higher they'll charge for improvements (condos, offices, etc.)

In 2 years time, do you think FBGC will all be completely built? Are there any projected new developments in 2 year's time or the inventory will be non-existent except for re-sales (reason for the queries is a window of opportunity highly likely). Is there a buzz on possibly a next 'BGC", i.e., another masterplan in the works? mulling over long-term strategies here. Thanks. :)

Cynch, thanks on the lot info. Do these numbers have any effect on the structures that will eventually be built upon them? I guess the higher the values, the higher they'll charge for improvements (condos, offices, etc.)

In 2 years time, do you think FBGC will all be completely built? Are there any projected new developments in 2 year's time or the inventory will be non-existent except for re-sales (reason for the queries is a window of opportunity highly likely). Is there a buzz on possibly a next 'BGC", i.e., another masterplan in the works? mulling over long-term strategies here. Thanks. :)


Hi OCdiva/Susan!

1) Yes, you're right. Since the lots near the City Center are more prime, expect higher prices of condo units in that area.

2) In 2 years time, do you think FBGC will all be completely built? ----> No. Bonifacio Global City (BGC) is 240 hectares (almost 600 acres). As per the new masterplan which was unveiled this year, it will take 20 years to implement the masterplan. (Wow, SSC Senior Citizens will rule ! ha ha ha!)

3) Projected new developments in 2 years time ---> A lot!

Source: http://www.fortboniconsultancy.com/blog/

Did you know that the entire Bonifacio Global City (BGC) is 240 hectares (that's almost 600 acres)! As per the new masterplan which was unveiled this year, it will take 20 years to implement the plan.

For the meantime, here are some developments in BGC within the next 2 years:

a) Ayala Land -Serendra 's high rise component
b) Robinson's Land - The Fort Residences will be launched December this year. And knowing Robinson's, they will continue to develop projects here in BGC.
c) G&W Architects - They were successful with the Build-To-Own (BTO) concept. The 5th Tower, The Sapphire Residences, is already 60% sold - 1- 1/2 months after it was launched! Expect more from this group.
d) Net Group (c/o Mr. Charlie Rufin - Expect more Net office buildings to be constructed by this group. This group's niche is the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry.
e) Federal Land - This is the real estate arm of Metro Bank. They will develop the Northern part of BGC which will have residential, office and residential components.
f) Century Properties/Meridien Group - There will be another SOMA Towers (yes, 2 towers!) to be developed by this group.
g) Megaworld - is almost practically finished with Forbestown. (I really don't know if there will be a Bellagio 3 and another building after Forbeswood Parklane). Within the next 2 years, I'm expecting Megaworld to fix the commercial component of Forbestown already. On the other hand, Megaworld is quite active in developing the residential and office component of McKinley Hills, which is outside BGC already.

For the new real estate players in BGC:

a) Golden Forum Land, Inc. - If they are successful in building Seibu Tower, expect more from this group.
b) Winville- This group envisions itself to be a real estate player in the long term. Again, this is dependent on how successful they will be with Chateau De Noble.
c) Xcell Property Ventures, Inc. - The future of this group is dependent on the delivery of The Icon - Towers 1 and 2.

Philtown, the developer of One McKinley Place and Fairways Tower, intends to go into joint venture developments with land owners. I have not heard anything yet about Philtown as far as BGC is concerned.

With all these upcoming developments, a BGC investor can not go wrong!

^^ yeah, by the time serendra's high rise components are built we'll have an active SSC senior citizen thread :lol:

it seems to me there's so little space at the edge of one serendra along 32nd street for the 2 high rise buildings in the illustrated masterplan though... check this out...

Serendra - 10.14.06

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b210/ofngol/Photo_101406_12x.jpg

The remaining space is actually still pretty big for a high-rise if you see it personally, although it's not obvious in the pic.
Next time I'll try to take a pic that highlights the space there, try lang po ha, baka wala kasing magandang angulo na makikita ng matino yung space kasi nga may fence pa siya.

i'd really want to see how serendra will be fenced in

Hi OCdiva/Susan!

1) Yes, you're right. Since the lots near the City Center are more prime, expect higher prices of condo units in that area.

2) In 2 years time, do you think FBGC will all be completely built? ----> No. Bonifacio Global City (BGC) is 240 hectares (almost 600 acres). As per the new masterplan which was unveiled this year, it will take 20 years to implement the masterplan. (Wow, SSC Senior Citizens will rule ! ha ha ha!)

3) Projected new developments in 2 years time ---> A lot!

Source: http://www.fortboniconsultancy.com/blog/

Did you know that the entire Bonifacio Global City (BGC) is 240 hectares (that's almost 600 acres)! As per the new masterplan which was unveiled this year, it will take 20 years to implement the plan................
With all these upcoming developments, a BGC investor can not go wrong!

Wow! Boggles the mind! :nuts: It looks like its full speed ahead for the country. I just read about the definite go on the railway systems, the 2nd phase of which will run thru BGC. Great great news!

Yes, the baby boomers do rule; they're not the best savers so one would think they're the best shoppers (hint! hint!) . And they have the most clout in the (U.S) economy and dollars.

What I'd like to see is a 5-star hotel in BGC, that'll put it in the world map, for sure. Of course, it should have modern amenities but I wish it'll have an old Filipino-Spanish heritage ambiance, like the Manila Hotel and not too western-y in style.

Are you concentrated on residential investment or do you get into commercial investments as well, like rentals and leases, too? Are there any REITs out there? REITs (Real Estate Investment Trust) is usually a publicly traded corp. that sells shares to investors to invest in multi-family (apartment) and commercial buildings and the investors gain thru dividends. Is that NET company (net one,net two,etc.) listed and traded in the Phil. Stock Exchange or is that a private corporation? Do you know of any REITs or flavor of?
Does any one else know?

Thanks, Cynch!

^^ yeah, by the time serendra's high rise components are built we'll have an active SSC senior citizen thread :lol:
...

And I thought majority of owners already are! They said the perks are for the new 30s (50 is the new 30, dig?!) We'll all be retiring together, living la vida loca! :lol:

i'd really want to see how serendra will be fenced in

Me, too! :) What type of fencing will Ayala/CI put in? Any ideas?

btw, are there any restos serving good mexican food at the piazza? cuban? greek?

and to the EB party animals, have a blast! "shake that moneymaker!" :nuts:

Keep cool and Happy Turkey day! Love ya all!

Are you concentrated on residential investment or do you get into commercial investments as well, like rentals and leases, too? Are there any REITs out there? REITs (Real Estate Investment Trust) is usually a publicly traded corp. that sells shares to investors to invest in multi-family (apartment) and commercial buildings and the investors gain thru dividends. Is that NET company (net one,net two,etc.) listed and traded in the Phil. Stock Exchange or is that a private corporation? Do you know of any REITs or flavor of?
Does any one else know?

Thanks, Cynch![/COLOR]

Hi OCdiva/Susan!

1) My business really started with office space rentals in Makati and Ortigas Central Business Districts. But in 2004, I was getting more inquiries from residential investors and before I knew it, bulk of the business came from the residential sector (mostly sales and a few leases). And I've been concentrating in the Bonifacio Global City (BGC) area ever since....

2) No REITs in the Phils.

3) The "Net" company is a private corporation. It is a group headed by businessman Carlos "Charlie" Rufino.

Senior SSC Citizens rule! ha ha ha! :banana:

Wow! Boggles the mind! :nuts: It looks like its full speed ahead for the country. I just read about the definite go on the railway systems, the 2nd phase of which will run thru BGC. Great great news!

Yes! It's really full speed for the country!

I've met Pinoys in the USA who are still skeptical about this. I'd rather not argue with them but future developments that I've posted here says a mouthful.

btw, are there any restos serving good mexican food at the piazza? cuban? greek?

i think... no mexican or cuban or greek, so far...
Fez - Mediterranean
Silk - thai
gaudi - spanish
mezza luna - italian
abe - filipino
tatami - japanese
brasil brasil - churrasco & continental
polu kai grill - sort of like tony roma's with a hawaiian twist
portico - i still have to try it ;)
duo - ditto :lol:

i think... no mexican or cuban or greek, so far...
Fez - Mediterranean
Silk - thai
gaudi - spanish
mezza luna - italian
abe - filipino
tatami - japanese
brasil brasil - churrasco & continental
polu kai grill - sort of like tony roma's with a hawaiian twist
portico - i still have to try it ;)
duo - ditto :lol:

hmmm, i hope they will in the future. thanks!

hmmm, i hope they will in the future. thanks!

hussein's will open soon...
persian, but close enough to greek food :-) hehe...

^^ here's an update...

Duo serves steaks; tables have starched white tablecloths... imelda marcos dined there last night

me, i dont like so much of the quality of the buildings, like the grills that they put on, the windows of the buildings, and the design in general, but i like their garden/ or the plants around it.

sori folks, but i like glassy buildings.

any updated pictures of Serendra and the City Center? Thanks =)

here you go.. pictures taken by Fbgcxxx at One Mc.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c277/patok/SSCFMEETBAMBOO008a.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c277/patok/SSCFMEETBAMBOO007a.jpg

great shots! :okay: thanks fbcgxxxx & dvorak :)

^^ That's so beautiful! Like :eek:. Very breath-taking. Lalo pa siguro when that project is finished.

thanks dvorak! looks like they are building higher structure along the 11th street...

now that i see the citi center, it looks way smaller....that i previously envisioned

thanks dvorak! looks like they are building higher structure along the 11th street...


so far, the only structures along 11th avenue is section A... ongoing constructions of the taller sections B & C are all on the Mckinley Parkway side... construction of sections D & E which will be along 11th avenue have not started

^^ That's so beautiful! Like :eek:. Very breath-taking. Lalo pa siguro when that project is finished.


i can't wait nga eh... ANG TAGAAAAAL! :nuts:

here you go.. pictures taken by Fbgcxxx at One Mc.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c277/patok/SSCFMEETBAMBOO008a.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c277/patok/SSCFMEETBAMBOO007a.jpg
Thanks Greg and Erwin. Reminds me quite a bit of Santana Row more so than the shops at Beverly Hills. Still Very Nice and should give the shops at Rockwell and Greenbelt a run for it's money when it opens. Lapit na to Lauren konting tiis na lang! :) :) :)


now that i see the citi center, it looks way smaller....that i previously envisioned
Yup looks rather short nga from the pic. Can somebody clarify up to where the actual Promenade development ends? That's not the whole stretch of the commercial strip isn't it? Di ba the shops in Promenade / City Center is suppose to line the park up to 5th Avenue? If not what then will they be building towards the 5th Avenue end? Thanks for the time and assistance! :) :) :)

i can't wait nga eh... ANG TAGAAAAAL! :nuts:

But at least you can see it anytime you want 'coz the place is very accessible to you. Eh ako? Magmumula pa ako dito sa LB para lang pumunta dyan.:cry: Pero okay lang. :D

^^ Cynch, i actually read about that... according to the news bit, the fun run is supposed to start and end at The Fort Square... the fort square was mentioned twice... is that what they're calling the city center now? it IS square too hehehe! :lol: :nuts:
Hello Lauren!

First time to hear the name "The Fort Square". If that's the case , "The Fort Square" refers to that low-level structure beside Serendra.

The names are confusing!

Typical conversation : I 'll meet you at "The Fort". No, I'll meet you at "The Fort Square" . Where is the "The Fort Square" ? The one at the City Center ! ARE YOU MORE CONFUSED?

Let's make it simpler: I'll meet you at "The Fort Square" where Krispy Kreme is located or "I'll meet you at "The Fort" where Go nuts Donuts is located! ----Tapos ang usapan!!!! ha ha ha! :banana:

ALI ups Boni Land stake to 37.2%
By Zinnia B. Dela Peña
The Philippine Star 11/23/2006
http://www.philstar.com/philstar/NEWS200611230704.htm

Property giant Ayala Land Inc. (ALI) acquired an additional 4.81-percent stake in Bonifacio Land Corp. (BLC) for P336.4 million, effectively increasing its stake in the company to 37.23 percent.

In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, ALI said it bought the shares from minority shareholders at P136.93 per share.

With the purchase, ALI’s stake in Fort Bonifacio Development Corp. (FBDC), a joint venture between BLC and the state-run Bases Conversion Development Authority, increased to 20.48 percent from 17.83 percent.

The purchase of additional stake reinforces the Ayala Group’s strong confidence in Bonifacio Global City; which has become a major battleground for real estate developers.

FBDC has earmarked P8 billion over the next 20 years for a grand makeover of the Bonifacio Global City in line with its new masterplan aimed at transforming the former military base into a premier commercial and financial district.

It would be recalled that in 2003, Metro Pacific Corp. sold its controlling stake in BLC to ALI and Evergreen Holdings Inc. of the Campos Group. The Ayala-Campos group’s vision for Bonifacio Global City is to transform it into a "dynamic, modern community with a mix of residential and commercial land uses."

The new masterplan involves the development of the necessary infrastructure to attract more locators into the area. These include pedestrian walkways, a road network that would allow for a more efficient traffic management, and accessible park areas. The plan also involves the development of a retail component which will rise on a 40- meter wide landscaped area. It will comprise new retail stores and restaurants with the latest and most novel concepts.

When ALI took over the management of FBDC, it adhered to the vision of the master- planned Bonifacio Global City becoming a prime residential and business hub.

The area is now home to upscale residential condominiums such as Essensa, Pacific Plaza and Regent Parkway and office buildings such as Net One and Bonifacio Technology Center.

Among the residential buildings that have been recently completed include Bonifacio Ridge, One McKinley Place and Penhurst Parkplace.

Others under construction include Fairways Tower, Forbes Town, Fifth Avenue Place and Serendra. Also in the area are international schools such as International School Manila, Japanese School and British School, among others.

Many fine dining restaurants, fastfood outlets, commercial and retail shops have also opened at The Fort Square, Bonifacio Stop-over and the Car Plaza.

may bago na naman silang term.. BONIFACIO HIGH STREET!!!

So we have.. Shops @ Serendra (confirmed?), Piazza (wala na?), The Promenade (wala na rin?), City Center (??), Fort Square??? and now Bonifacio High Street!!! ehh ano ba talaga kuya??

may bago na naman silang term.. BONIFACIO HIGH STREET!!!

So we have.. Shops @ Serendra (confirmed?), Piazza (wala na?), The Promenade (wala na rin?), City Center (??), Fort Square??? and now Bonifacio High Street!!! ehh ano ba talaga kuya??

Shops at Serendra (sure na yan coz all the signage at the site say so; that's the one in the middle of the serendra complex)

i checked FBDC site... the ad for tomorrow's fun run will be at the new City Center daw... no mention of the fort square naman :ohno: :dunno:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v162/pau_p1/around%20manila/DSC00571.jpg

hehehe hindi na tuloy nilagyan nang caption ni Pau_p1.. hehehe di kasi alam kung ano ba talaga itatawag dyan...

^^ hehe! one thing's for sure... that's one serendra in the background ;)

thanks, pau_p1!! :okay:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v162/pau_p1/around%20manila/DSC00571.jpg

talaga naman ohh!! excited na excited na talaga sya!!!!

the history's like this:

serendra started out to call the commercial strip within serendra as "the promenade" --which is actually a generic term.

now, to put a name on this commercial strip within serendra, they called it "the piazza at serendra". the term piazza is turkish for promenade, which supported the europeanesqe-ness of serendra.

suddenly, ali acquired fbdc from metropacific, thus gaining control of the whole of bgc, including the rotunda center, or if you will, the "city center", another generic term. so ali, replanned the city center into grids, the middle, being a long pedestrian retail center and the sides being commercial lots for sale.

now while ali's creating the needed pre-launch buzz on the pedestrian retail center, pending its final name, they used another generic term muna, which is "the promenade". they wanted this promenade to be integrated with serendra's commercial strip. they even contemplated on calling the whole integrated commercial strip as "the piazza", so serendra had to change the name of its commercial strip from "the piazza at serendra" into "the shops at serendra". the point of using the generic term "shops" is to make its integration into the city center commercial strip easier.

now, they've come up with a name na for the city center's pedestrial retail strip, which is "high street" (pending actual announcement).

so that's that :-)

i think "the fort" has really always been "the fort square"...

so it's really Bonifacio High Street now.. hmmmm

^^ thanks, slapstring! that does make sense :)

so the strip mall at the city center is high street :nuts: :lol:

hehe! what's in a name anyway... it just matters when you want to make sure people are talking about/referring to the same thing

Thanks for the clarification Slapstring! So High Street na pala ang magiging pangalan ng Promenade / City Center commercial strip. I wonder how they came up with High Street? Btw does the actual commercial strip end in Fifth Ave. or before that? And if not any inside scoop as to what are being planned for the Fifth Avenue end of the strip?

anyways... guys.. does anybody know what is this u/c?... it is situated near the Japanese school... or somewhere near the north end of BGC...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v162/pau_p1/around%20manila/DSC00567.jpg

Thanks for the clarification Slapstring! So High Street na pala ang magiging pangalan ng Promenade / City Center commercial strip. Does the actual commercial strip end in Fifth Ave. or before that? And if not what are being planned for the Fifth Avenue end of the strip?

nope it does not end at Fifth Ave... i guess it ends at 7th Ave/Street... since they have replanted that island from that corner upto Fifth Ave... and so is the pedestrian sidewalk...

Thanks for the reply Pau! Maybe Cynch/Realtor_Manila can fill us in as to what the mystery building is and what it's called.

Thanks for the reply Pau! Maybe Cynch/Realtor_Manila can fill us in as to what the mystery building is and what it's called.

Hello! I got so dizzy with the names!!!! :nuts:

Sorry, I don't know the mystery building there! :ohno:

if i remember it right, that mystery building is the Hanjin HQ according to bustero (or was it someone else who said that?).

Thanks Ty! So that's the Hanjin building pala. Good to see construction starting to happen on the North Bonifacio area. FBGC is really booming! :) :) :)

Thanks for the clarification Slapstring! So High Street na pala ang magiging pangalan ng Promenade / City Center commercial strip. I wonder how they came up with High Street? Btw does the actual commercial strip end in Fifth Ave. or before that? And if not any inside scoop as to what are being planned for the Fifth Avenue end of the strip?

nope it does not end at Fifth Ave... i guess it ends at 7th Ave/Street... since they have replanted that island from that corner upto Fifth Ave... and so is the pedestrian sidewalk...



looks like High Street does end at 7th Avenue (not at Fifth ave.)... i think this might explain it... got it from FBDC website... the lots between 7th and 5th Avenues are for sale...


http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i37/llaurenversion3/bonicityctr-1.jpg

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i37/llaurenversion3/imgmasterplan2.jpg


the portion between 7th & 5th avenues...

The Garden Square Blocks
offer mixed-use neighborhoods, each oriented towards a green landscaped park with informal play areas.

The Main Boulevard Blocks
mark the visual edge of the city center. The area is ideal for ground-level retail and public-oriented uses close to the transit center.


complete article @ http://www.fbdcorp.com/masterplan.html

Thanks Lauren! I wonder what they plan to build on those light blue colored plots of land between 7th and 5th Avenue then? Maybe that's where the rumored Shangri-La hotel will be located which is a good location for a Hotel since it's walking distance to the commercial strip. :) :) :)

I wonder how they came up with High Street?


i'm guessing it's for the high-end shops that's gonna be open there :lol:

i guess now it is official... see what's in today's paper... :)

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i37/llaurenversion3/11262006085.jpg

nov 30??? i would like to see pictures please =)

I just noticed all the banners around Fort area today...it says "Bonifacio High Street"...it is funny cause when you stand inside Serendra's retail center, you have a nice straight view of High Street...and at a farther distance, you can see Kensington Place! ...Bonifacio High Street Kensington? hehe!

Thanks Ty! So that's the Hanjin building pala. Good to see construction starting to happen on the North Bonifacio area. FBGC is really booming! :) :) :)

I think that area is particularly called as the "Bonifacio Triangle", part of the BCDA and Ayala contolled area of BGC.

^^ hehe! one thing's for sure... that's one serendra in the background ;)

thanks, pau_p1!! :okay:

guys look closer to the lower part of this photo, looks like there is actually a street that runs tru the end of the bonifacio high street. could someone confirm that pls...thanks

yes.. the road is still there... a portion of 29th St. is still there and they have replanted the island and sidewalk.. though from the masterplan... that road should have been converted into a park... well.. maybe for the moment the road remains there...

kalahatin pa lang iyan ng promenade strip. Wow looks like more commercial area/spaces will be emanating from the City Center (Bonifacio High Street) per Bustero's post. Kalahati pa lang daw yan ng Promenade strip according to Bustero. More shopping and eateries to look forward to. Yahoo! :) :) :)

^^ great! pero tataba lang tayo nyan! haha! :lol:

hussein's will open soon...
persian, but close enough to greek food :-) hehe...

ooh they have good kebabs and pitas . they also have some thai food. they have good tom yum soup. We go to the one in Makati ave.

^^ great! pero tataba lang tayo nyan! haha! :lol:
Buti na lang may Gym ang titirahan natin di ba. We'll definitely have to do alot more walking in and around Fort Boni to burn those calories! OK lang din yon since Fort Boni is pedestrian friendly anyway and there are so many things to see as well. Sabi nga ni Greg daming nag-jojog in the morning. Mukha yatang inuumaga umuwi si Greg kakagimik ah! Hehehe...:) :) :)

ehhhh no comment.. hahahahaha:banana:

Buti na lang may Gym ang titirahan natin di ba. We'll definitely have to do alot more walking in and around Fort Boni to burn those calories! OK lang din yon since Fort Boni is pedestrian friendly anyway and there are so many things to see as well. Sabi nga ni Greg daming nag-jojog in the morning. Mukha yatang inuumaga umuwi si Greg kakagimik ah! Hehehe...:) :) :)

Mmmm... eh siino naman kaya ang kasama niya sa gimikang inuumaga??? :) :) :)

ops! erwin, raise your hand!! :lol:

Bwahahaha!!! :D :D :D

aba aba! ako'y walang kinalaman dyan! at ako'y busing busy kakalimas nang tubig sa boni ridge huh! :bash:

ops! erwin, raise your hand!! :lol:

Siguro, once may mga residente na, it will be nice to see a lot of pots full of colorful flowers of pink,lavander,yellow,and etc,cascading gracefully along the front sides of the porches of Serrendra. Ang ganda siguro noon tingnan sa labas.

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look svery nice,,,,thanks for the pictures....doesnt look like there are a lot of people though, maybe in the evenings and later once the turnover starts,,,

Hello SSC Friends!

I visited Shops at Serendra today and the area is teeming with activity! All escalators are operational, red poinsettia potted plants are in place, the water fountain on display is working, office professionals are taking their lunch in one of the restaurants, establishments opening/inaugurating their store/shop (I saw one this afternoon), establishments fast tracking their renovations to take advantage of the holiday season..... and me taking pictures while on the look-out for the roving guards! (Parang magnanakaw ba!) :lol:

Parking is still free...but a warning for the car drivers ---please remember the EXACT area/slot where you parked your car, otherwise you'll get lost! (Yes, it happened to me !!!) At the moment, the parking slot numbers are not yet painted on the posts, so you should have a good memory! A warning for the young gentlemen out there... at nakakahiya sa inyong date! :lol:

Expect more shops to open at Shops at Serendra .... Pasko na!!! Yahooo! :banana:

look svery nice,,,,thanks for the pictures....doesnt look like there are a lot of people though, maybe in the evenings and later once the turnover starts,,,

The lunch crowd that I saw is composed of yuppies, businessmen and senior citizens. I really want to take pictures of the individual restaurants but I can't do it because of the roving guards --my camera might be confiscated!

Anyway, I'll be able to observe the evening crowd one of these days....

The lunch crowd that I saw is composed of yuppies, businessmen and senior citizens. I really want to take pictures of the individual restaurants but I can't do it because of the roving guards --my camera might be confiscated!

Anyway, I'll be able to observe the evening crowd one of these days....

thanks in advance, funny how these security guard make a big deal about taking pictures...

does anyone know whether units owner of section 1 could use the section 2 ammenities and vice versa?

realtor_manila/cynch :applause: very nice! tapang mo ah :colgate: our friends from abroad may find it hard to comprehend but taking that much pictures at such a close range takes a lot of guts :okay:



thanks in advance, funny how these security guard make a big deal about taking pictures...

does anyone know whether units owner of section 1 could use the section 2 ammenities and vice versa?

if you mean district 1 & district 2, no, amenities within district 1 are exclusively for district 1 residents' use... same thing goes for amenities within district 2 are exclusively for district 2 residents' use

however, i think the different sections (A, B, C, D & E) within the same district are suppose to share amenities

realtor_manila/cynch :applause: very nice! tapang mo ah :colgate: our friends from abroad may find it hard to comprehend but taking that much pictures at such a close range takes a lot of guts :okay:

Hello laquacherra/Lauren!

You want to pose in front of any of the shops in Serendra (ala turista style) while I will take your picture? Definitely, the guards will allow that! (Gosh, natatawa ako!) ha ha ha! :lol: Gusto mo? Volunteers?

Lauren,
thanks for the clarifications, since i know you, i hope to be able to see the amenities in district 1. Almost there already, Have you received a letter stating the date of turnover for your unit? also, have they started the amenities by your unit?

Hello laquacherra/Lauren!

You want to pose in front of any of the shops in Serendra (ala turista style) while I will take your picture? Definitely, the guards will allow that! (Gosh, natatawa ako!) ha ha ha! :lol: Gusto mo? Volunteers?

hahaha! grabe noh! i can't understand why they make such a big deal about it almost everywhere here... AND i bet you upon turnover of the units, even the residents WILL mind :dunno:



i hope to be able to see the amenities in district 1.

sure, just lemme know when your in town :) of course, i hope to get to see district 2 too (hint, hint) :colgate:


Almost there already, Have you received a letter stating the date of turnover for your unit? also, have they started the amenities by your unit?

nope, no word yet... BUT i'm told that they're still working on the finishing of the units... and the pool... and the gardens

realtor_manila/cynch :applause: very nice! tapang mo ah :colgate: our friends from abroad may find it hard to comprehend but taking that much pictures at such a close range takes a lot of guts :okay:

Many Thanks for the pics and updates you've posted Cynch! Wow grabe pala. Ngayon ko lang nalaman that you have to risk life and limb pala just to take pictures of the buildings and developments. We appreciate your efforts very much. Ingat kayo sa pag-click and run at baka madapa at siguradong ayaw ng Serendra owners makarinig ng lawsuits!

Hi guys, gals - miss ya all! :nuts:
Stayed away from the web to do family quality time - i was good but missed you all.

cynch, awesome pics thanks! risking life and limb for us 3k+ miles away.
what can i say but to thank you is all but with all my heart.

cannot ever believe what i stumbled into when i bought into Serendra.
And yes, one serendra folks will always be welcome at two serendra amenities with me. or whatever is permitted by the powers-that-be. all i know is we won't have a spa, i think whereas you guys at One will have one or maybe more. I really don't know. I could really use that spa, hint! hint! I'll bring the wine. Cheers! :cheers: !

Hello laquacherra/Lauren!

You want to pose in front of any of the shops in Serendra (ala turista style) while I will take your picture? Definitely, the guards will allow that! (Gosh, natatawa ako!) ha ha ha! :lol: Gusto mo? Volunteers?

Yes. the guard told me that I can take pics kung may tao ako na pinipicturan, otherwise, bawal daw!

thanks in advance, funny how these security guard make a big deal about taking pictures...

does anyone know whether units owner of section 1 could use the section 2 ammenities and vice versa?

Yun daw order sa kanila eh, sumusunod lang sila.

The lunch crowd that I saw is composed of yuppies, businessmen and senior citizens. I really want to take pictures of the individual restaurants but I can't do it because of the roving guards --my camera might be confiscated!

Anyway, I'll be able to observe the evening crowd one of these days....

Ganun? Aabot ba sa point na iko-confiscate nila yung cam? Kasi ako pinagsabihan lang na bawal pero di naman kinofiscate yung PDA ko, sinabihan lang ako na "sir pakidelete na lang po yung picture" tapos kunwari dinelete ko, pero di ko naman talaga dinelete kasi hindi naman siya natatingin sa PDA ko kung talaga bang dinelete ko yung pic. :D

Patigasan lang ng ulo 'yan, bawal? Anong bawal?!?!?! Walang bawal-bawal kay Aaron! :hilarious Masarap talaga ang bawal eh, diba? :naughty:

...and me taking pictures while on the look-out for the roving guards! (Parang magnanakaw ba!) :lol:

How do you take pics on stealth-mode? Ako kasi I don't use the viewfinder, basta shoot lang ng shoot, tapos nasa chest-level ko lang yung PDA ko, kunwari parang nagte-text lang. You may post your reply on this thread that I created in Samahan, "Special photography thread: Stealth Photography A.K.A patagong-pagkuha-ng-pictures" http://skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=414669

Parking is still free...but a warning for the car drivers ---please remember the EXACT area/slot where you parked your car, otherwise you'll get lost! (Yes, it happened to me !!!) At the moment, the parking slot numbers are not yet painted on the posts, so you should have a good memory! A warning for the young gentlemen out there... at nakakahiya sa inyong date!

Ako hindi ako yung driver (pasaway kasi yung CWTS/ROTC namin nung summer kaya hindi ako nakapag-enroll sa A1 Driving school) pero ako yung laging nakakatanda ng parking slot namin. :D There was a time na hindi ako kasama ng parents ko tapos akala nila nanakaw yung kotse sa multi-level parking ng Market! Market! kasi hindi nila makita, na-misplace lang pala! (pwede bang ma-misplace ang kotse? :lol: )

Parking is still free...but a warning for the car drivers ---please remember the EXACT area/slot where you parked your car, otherwise you'll get lost! (Yes, it happened to me !!!) At the moment, the parking slot numbers are not yet painted on the posts, so you should have a good memory! A warning for the young gentlemen out there... at nakakahiya sa inyong date! :lol:

here's a tip: there are lots of stairs (pedestrian exits) going up from the basement parking... so where ever you are parked, just go to the nearest flight of stairs and once you get upstairs take note which restaurants are beside you

^^ Great tip from a true and professional laquacherra! Hehehe...:) :) :)

^^ hahaha! nah! it just... i'm there practically every week :lol:

This is a view of Two Serendra from 11th Avenue.

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i143/cynchyap/Serendra_new%20pics_2006/IMG_0322.jpg

realtor manila
is that a view of district 1? do you happened to have a view of district 2? thanks

love the uniform tress and the street lights! thanks

^^ edmund, that's district 2 on the right side of the picture

That's a real nice shot, but I hope the palm leaves on those trees get to flesh out and green a bit. They look dead. Hahah

loveit, loveit loveit, cynch! thanks bunches! :nuts:

P.S. how come my posts count does not budge. it's still at 4,294,967,295, just like the last time??!
I protest! I demand a recount and I'm suing!
I'll have my lawyers call your lawyers!

That's a real nice shot, but I hope the palm leaves on those trees get to flesh out and green a bit. They look dead. Hahah

those palm trees would flourish soon... since they are newly replanted... it would need less leaves that will demand more water while they have shorter roots....

Hello all:
I just drove by Serendra and I must say it looks quite impressive. Also looking at the pictures here this is a fantastic development. I am interested in getting a condo in the FBGC area, Serendra is a bit out of my price range does anyone have any suggestions? BTW, looking forward to dining in one of the fine restaurants in Serendra, any suggestions. Out of all the areas I have looked at Fort Bonifacio is an area where I feel will really be the next hot spot. Thanks!

realtor manila
is that a view of district 1? do you happened to have a view of district 2? thanks

Hello Edmund!

Yes laquacherra/Lauren is right.... that 's District 2, but it is now called Two Serendra.

I know that your unit is facing 11th Avenue di ba?

Hello all:
I just drove by Serendra and I must say it looks quite impressive. Also looking at the pictures here this is a fantastic development. I am interested in getting a condo in the FBGC area, Serendra is a bit out of my price range does anyone have any suggestions? BTW, looking forward to dining in one of the fine restaurants in Serendra, any suggestions. Out of all the areas I have looked at Fort Bonifacio is an area where I feel will really be the next hot spot. Thanks!

Hello mrlarryb!

I'll send you a PM.

Cynch

loveit, loveit loveit, cynch! thanks bunches! :nuts:

P.S. how come my posts count does not budge. it's still at 4,294,967,295, just like the last time??!
I protest! I demand a recount and I'm suing!
I'll have my lawyers call your lawyers!

Siguro dahil maxed out na yung counter kaya hindi na tumataas ang post count mo.....and daldal mo kasi eh! :rofl:
Bakit hindi ka pa ba kontento sa post count mo at gusto mo pang mag-sue para pataasin? The best strategy would be to keep quiet and not draw attention to it...if they ever notice that post count they will fix it and you'll have to start from zero again...:lol:

we're actually going there for dinner tonight (me, maverick, laquacherra and fbgcxxxx).. wanna join us?? just PM me.

Hello all:
I just drove by Serendra and I must say it looks quite impressive. Also looking at the pictures here this is a fantastic development. I am interested in getting a condo in the FBGC area, Serendra is a bit out of my price range does anyone have any suggestions? BTW, looking forward to dining in one of the fine restaurants in Serendra, any suggestions. Out of all the areas I have looked at Fort Bonifacio is an area where I feel will really be the next hot spot. Thanks!

Hello Edmund!

Yes laquacherra/Lauren is right.... that 's District 2, but it is now called Two Serendra.

I know that your unit is facing 11th Avenue di ba?

hi Lauren and Realtor Manila
yes two serendra, my my unit is the tallest section =) do you happened to have a picture with it? thanks

hi Lauren and Realtor Manila
yes two serendra, my my unit is the tallest section =) do you happened to have a picture with it? thanks

Hello Edmund!

These are the only pictures that I have of Two Serendra. All these shots are taken from 11th Avenue.

Cynch

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i143/cynchyap/Serendra_new%20pics_2006/IMG_0321.jpg


http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i143/cynchyap/Serendra_new%20pics_2006/IMG_0319.jpg


http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i143/cynchyap/Serendra_new%20pics_2006/IMG_0318.jpg

Anyone commissioned to do the ID of a Serendra Unit?

may ID?

Anyone commissioned to do the ID of a Serendra Unit?

oops.. clarification.. Interior Design

realtor manila.
thanks for the pictures, yes you got a shot of my unit =) thanks, glad is moving forward! cant wait to actually see it july 2007.

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i143/cynchyap/Serendra_new%20pics_2006/IMG_0246.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i143/cynchyap/Serendra_new%20pics_2006/IMG_0238.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i143/cynchyap/Serendra_new%20pics_2006/IMG_0237.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i143/cynchyap/Serendra_new%20pics_2006/IMG_0236.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i143/cynchyap/Serendra_new%20pics_2006/IMG_0221.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i143/cynchyap/Serendra_new%20pics_2006/IMG_0235.jpg

Andito pala kami ni XP kagabi. Hinahanap namin ung Bonifacio High Street para kumain sa Krispy Kreme, hindi naman namin mahanap.:(

wala po sya dyan.. tatawid pa kayo don sa kabilang side (hindi sa market market side ha).. then maglalakad pa kayo nang mga 100+ meters siguro..

Andito pala kami ni XP kagabi. Hinahanap namin ung Bonifacio High Street para kumain sa Krispy Kreme, hindi naman namin mahanap.:(

Ay ganun ba? Pambihira naman. Akala ko kasi malapit siya sa Serendra kasi nakikita ko ung High Street na malapit sa Serendra. Or was it just me? Anyway, may nakita pala kami dyan sa Serendra na member ng Cabinet. Forgot who he was, pero kilala siya ni XP. Secretary Yap, I think.

Dapat kasi sinama nyo ako para may tour guide kayo sa BGC. Bukas pupunta ako KK, sama ka?

^^ Hindi na ako nag-bother na sabihan ka kasi alam ko naman na hindi ka makakalabas ng araw na un. Tsaka sabi ni XP baka daw ma-OP siya pag ganun. Hehe. Anyway, masaya naman kanina. Tapos incidentally na-meet rin natin si Kuya Greg and Ate Lauren. Saya kahit saglit lang.:)

New topic (will post in Bgc-zens/samahan thread, too:) )!

On commuting around BGC and Serendra:

There is one local Vespa dealership: http://www.euromotorscorp.net/
Anyone know if these mopeds/scooters are BGC-street legal?
Driving laws/rules on driving them around the city?
If a Serendra/other residences owner parks at his/her parking spot, how does one secure the moped/scooter? (I hope someone from Serendra, like Mitch, will read this).
Know anyone who's got one/planning on getting one? Got experiences to share? Other Suggestions/Recommedations?

Same with Razor scooters/other electric scooters

Thanks all. :)

Ayala to Earth… I think you need to “FRESHEN-UP” Serendra.com. It's nice to visit a your site in which the content is new content particularly on the “what’s happening” section. OR maybe a monthly newsletter added to the site regularly? :)

why kryspy kreme?we have go nuts donuts better tasting and its our product.
go nuts donuts here in kuwait is making good.

cynch,

any inside info on turnover schedule? after all, first quarter o 2007 is less than a month away ...

cynch,

any inside info on turnover schedule? after all, first quarter o 2007 is less than a month away ...

Hello Bart!

They only say 1st quarter of 2007. March -- definitely it will be turned over to you! You're excited na? :banana: Looking forward to see you one of these days!

Hello Bart!

They only say 1st quarter of 2007. March -- definitely it will be turned over to you! You're excited na? :banana: Looking forward to see you one of these days!

definitely excited!
but i need the info moreso for planning purposes. i need to ship some stuff plus a vehicle. also need to make flight reservations.

definitely excited!
but i need the info moreso for planning purposes. i need to ship some stuff plus a vehicle. also need to make flight reservations.
^^ Hi Bart.
So you're sending stuff out to Pinas pala. I plan to do the same when Fairways Tower finally gets done. Looks like you'll be moving in earlier though so kindly keep us updated with your experience in making those arrangements to have your furniture and car shipped to Pinas. If it a smooth transaction, I'll use the same shipping company when it's time to send mine out. Thanks in advance for your time and assistance! :) :) :)
Boe/3cr

^^ Hi Bart.
So you're sending stuff out to Pinas pala. I plan to do the same when Fairways Tower finally gets done. Looks like you'll be moving in earlier though so kindly keep us updated with your experience in making those arrangements to have your furniture and car shipped to Pinas. If it a smooth transaction, I'll use the same shipping company when it's time to send mine out. Thanks in advance for your time and assistance! :) :) :)
Boe/3cr

i will most likely use manila forwarders. check them out on the web. i've talked to them and they seem to be very helpful.

isn't it too expensive to ship cars?? parang 100% ang tax? tama ba?

Sige Bart will check them out. I am assuming you're going for a 20 footer if you're shipping furniture/appliances and a car. Did you get a quote already? Will they be the one to pack the furniture/appliances?

Erwin, Dati when I inquired sa Philippine Embassy, returning Balikbayans are allowed to bring 1 car back home for minimal tax based on the book value of the car (up to P500T max. ata) and the car should be 2 years or older to qualify. I will need to check on it again before making arrangements to ship my car just incase the policy changed. I'm not shipping a high priced newer car anyway so hopefully the tax will not cost an arm and a leg regardless of the tax scheme. Mababa na kasi ang book value since mine is a low mileage "classic" (aka "luma") car so I think lalabas pa rin mas mura compared to buying a second hand Toyota Camry/Corolla or Honda Accord/Civic there. Just out of curiosity, what can P500T (the max tax kung sakali) buy ba in Pinas?

for 500T.. madami kang mabibiling 2nd hand..

for brand new.. hmmm kia picanto na lang yata for 470K makukuha mo dyan.. or this one..

China Gonow for 388K.. naka display sa market market..

http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g83/speed_xxx/Image006.jpg

http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g83/speed_xxx/Image003.jpg

Sige Bart will check them out. I am assuming you're going for a 20 footer if you're shipping furniture/appliances and a car. Did you get a quote already? Will they be the one to pack the furniture/appliances?

Erwin, Dati when I inquired sa Philippine Embassy, returning Balikbayans are allowed to bring 1 car back home for minimal tax based on the book value of the car (up to P500T max. ata) and the car should be 2 years or older to qualify. I will need to check on it again before making arrangements to ship my car just incase the policy changed. I'm not shipping a high priced newer car anyway so hopefully the tax will not cost an arm and a leg regardless of the tax scheme. Mababa na kasi ang book value since mine is a low mileage "classic" (aka "luma") car so I think lalabas pa rin mas mura compared to buying a second hand Toyota Camry/Corolla or Honda Accord/Civic there. Just out of curiosity, what can P500T (the max tax kung sakali) buy ba in Pinas?

Thanks Erwin. I will propably not want a van kasi baka mapagmalang "Papa" ako niyan at hindi maging lapitin sa "chicks" Hehehe...:) :) :) Seriously speaking, I will have to re-evaluate then depending on what tax amount I have to pay if I were to send my car there. May sentimental value kasi yung kotse sa akin eh but if it does not make financial sense, then I might have to part with it na lang (with a heavy heart) and buy one there when I go home.

Sige Bart will check them out. I am assuming you're going for a 20 footer if you're shipping furniture/appliances and a car. Did you get a quote already? Will they be the one to pack the furniture/appliances?

Erwin, Dati when I inquired sa Philippine Embassy, returning Balikbayans are allowed to bring 1 car back home for minimal tax based on the book value of the car (up to P500T max. ata) and the car should be 2 years or older to qualify. I will need to check on it again before making arrangements to ship my car just incase the policy changed. I'm not shipping a high priced newer car anyway so hopefully the tax will not cost an arm and a leg regardless of the tax scheme. Mababa na kasi ang book value since mine is a low mileage "classic" (aka "luma") car so I think lalabas pa rin mas mura compared to buying a second hand Toyota Camry/Corolla or Honda Accord/Civic there. Just out of curiosity, what can P500T (the max tax kung sakali) buy ba in Pinas?
i will most likely make separate shipments, one for the car and another less than container load for the household goods.

most information i see on the internet advise against shipping a vehicle over 5 years old (no reason given). i've also seen duties broken down as follows:

40% tax on the value after allowing for a 10% yearly depreciation; or 40% on the book value determined from using publications such as the kelley blue book
10% VAT (should now be 12%)
Ad Valorem Tax of 15% to 100% depending on engine size

check out the motioncars.com site for some vehicles and price ranges

hello people. newbie posting...

i was just discussing this with laquacherra... does anyone have any news on the squatters right below the ramp going to southbound C-5? i read somewhere (sorry, i'm not too big on sources) that there was some sort of demolition going on a few months ago. but they're still there last time i checked. i imagine that quite a few unit owners at SOMA & Two Serendra will be mighty ticked off to look out their windows if they ever manage to stay there forever. but forget about aesthetics when there's also security issues to consider. who owns that piece of land, btw?

^^ Ang alam ko it's still BCDA owned.

natawa naman ako dun sa reason for editing mo na "na praning sa grammar". :hilarious

Hi everyone! Was looking for latest construction photos of One Serendra if anyone has posted it already....in case it's already here allow me to repost, I was at One Serendra Section A briefing last Nov 29th, these are the ones ready na for turnover by next year. Para mas lalo ma-excite yung mga unit owners/buyers namin for One Serendra Phase 1 (Sec.A) :)


http://img528.imageshack.us/img528/2598/dsc05506ri7.jpg
I love this one, exacto tong nasa brochures and flyers namin before...

http://img519.imageshack.us/img519/3118/dsc05503sa0.jpg
This is the one fronting the curve, yung paglabas ng lobby for Sec.A

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This one naman is on the reverse side of the same curve, on your left that's the grand lobby na, high ceiling para ambient yung effect...

http://img296.imageshack.us/img296/9235/dsc05507db7.jpg
This one is the clubhouse of Sec. A One Serendra with the pool..ang haba pala ng pool na ito may parang spill-over effect, raised yung adult lap pool spilling over the kiddie pool (para nga naman pag may batang nagwiwi accidental or otherwise di pupunta sa adult pool hehe:) )

http://img228.imageshack.us/img228/7131/dsc05514nw3.jpg
Ito yung extension ng pool, the backside pool, if I'm not mistaken this is the kiddie pool which is lower than the adult pool at the front

http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/8430/dsc05510mc6.jpg
This is the other side of the grand lobby nearing the garden units

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These are Sections B&C of One Serendra for turnover 4Q 2007 fronting the gardens

http://img170.imageshack.us/img170/6007/dsc05511ta3.jpg
The GARDENS at Serendra....sobrang love ko ito...swerte talaga ng mga nakakuha ng ground floor units na garden facing....kaya pala sobrang mahal sobrang ganda...

Shucks nagluluko imageshack. Will be back for more.

Btw if I may post a P.S. Just a bit of disclaimer lang po. These are not official marketing pictures, just the ones we took as in-house property specialist and intended for the ones who already purchased a unit at One Serendra... for our accredited brokers who want to use these pics to their site, kindly ask for approvals nalang from ALP. Muchas gracias! :)

OK so this is part 2...imageshack is up and running -

http://img519.imageshack.us/img519/256/dsc05521dl5.jpg
Eto yung glass effect ng lobby....super excited na'ko dito... :)

http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/2928/dsc05552xv6.jpg
This is our favorite part...di na ito simpleng model unit this is the real thing na...Btw this is the balcony and view of a ground floor unit. 3bedroom regular if I'm not mistaken. The engineer we were talking to mentioned that this is double glazed and heat tempered (?) teka let me verify again I forgot...what happened to milenyo daw was already taken into account kaya what we heard tinibayan na nila yung glass. Looking on your extreme right, there's the access gate (directly leading you the the gardens). Where the yellow hat is.

http://img170.imageshack.us/img170/2624/dsc05526dt6.jpg
This is a ground floor unit, I kinda forgot if this was the 2br or the 3br's balcony, facing 11th AVe where the Santana Row-inspired retails shops/the Bonifacio High Street is, and later on you'll notice that all ground floor units are elevated nga from the ground to add privacy. Kasi there's an access gate going directly to the gardens, of course there's a lock but owners can double it, and that gate is a bit higher for security purposes also. What we heard is that there will be roving ASF guards who will be regularly monitoring the gardens just so to make sure no stranger would be going "over-the-bakod" :)


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This is the other side naman of that same balcony, on your extreme left that's where the access gate is. I like how they perfected the glass. Mejo may soundproof that once the doors and the windows are closed we're not hearing the construction noise outside. Parang faint sound lang, not at all disturbing. Pag may nag-ingay na bata halos di mapapansin. We kinda tested it noise-wise kasi an officemate shouted while the doors and windows were closed. :)


http://img456.imageshack.us/img456/6233/dsc05554ig8.jpg
Walk in closet of the master's bedroom. 3bedroom unit. Reminded us of the TRAG (The Residences at Greenbelt) 2bedroom model unit. Halos eksakto din sa model unit ng One Serendra 3bedroom.


http://img519.imageshack.us/img519/644/dsc05549ay5.jpg
Kitchen, left side, 2 bedroom model unit ata ito. There's the mechanical exhaust hidden on top of the provision for the rangehood. Pati abang ng metered gas meron na. This is the actual turnover condition by the way.


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Other side of that same kitchen. Already gave the option of buying a large ref.


For Two Serendra naman, here are the renderings of the loft units -

http://img227.imageshack.us/img227/92/2ser1brloftpf4.jpg

http://img418.imageshack.us/img418/354/2ser2brloftuy2.jpg

http://img296.imageshack.us/img296/6678/2ser3brloftxy1.jpg


I have other pics pa of One Serendra A (bathroom fixtures, shower, flooring etc.) For our buyers/Serendra friends who need more info or more pics, or with concerns, or anything I can help you with Serendra, kindly shoot me an email nalang at riveramitch@ayalaland-intl.com. Might not be able to visit the site again for a long time 'coz we've been swamped with loads of inquiries with our TFC ads. Sir Bart, OCDiva and Laquacherra and to our other One Serendra future residents I hope you get to enjoy the pics :) To Sir Edmund I'll try to post pics of Two Serendra if we have 'em already...or I can just remind Joel. :) By the way sir CII (Community Innovations) has already moved to its new office at the Fort/Global City. They already left us here in Ayala Tower One :(

^^ Mitch, you said you have a lot of inquiries from potential buyers...are there still a lot of units left for sale? Thanks

Hi everyone! Was looking for latest construction photos of One Serendra if anyone has posted it already....in case it's already here allow me to repost, I was at One Serendra Section A briefing last Nov 29th, these are the ones ready na for turnover by next year. Para mas lalo ma-excite yung mga unit owners/buyers namin for One Serendra Phase 1 (Sec.A) :)

I love this one, exacto tong nasa brochures and flyers namin before...


The GARDENS at Serendra....sobrang love ko ito...swerte talaga ng mga nakakuha ng ground floor units na garden facing....kaya pala sobrang mahal sobrang ganda...



thank you, Mitch!! you know, you sound like my property specialist... she'd go "ang ganda sobra" also hehe! 1st quarter 2007 is only a few weeks away... the wait is killing me!!! hehehe! i did get some pictures from my property specialist a few weeks ago when she was part of a group who went to one serendra... it's all shaping up very nicely imo :)

where can i buy those disco balls hanging from the ceiling?

thank you, Mitch!! you know, you sound like my property specialist... she'd go "ang ganda sobra" also hehe! 1st quarter 2007 is only a few weeks away... the wait is killing me!!! hehehe! i did get some pictures from my property specialist a few weeks ago when she was part of a group who went to one serendra... it's all shaping up very nicely imo :)

hi lauren....pa share naman ng pics =) wow, i am jealous...looks like there is a great difference between one and two serendra :)

mitch rivera
thank you for all those pictures.....wow, looks really nice. do you happened to tour 2 serendra also? thanks

Mitch! Lump in my throat when I saw your pics! Jaw-dropper Serendra is!
Thanks so much for the pictures from the bottom of my heart! :) :nuts:

The gardens, breathtaking! I can't wait to walk all around or feel the grass on barefoot and get some peace and serenity. Or maybe read a book, or enjoy the sparkling pool. All these in the midst of a vibrant city. Wow!

I'm just so elated to see the stone facade on the grnd floor units. The stacked flag stone facade is gorgeous! Imagine, mine will have it wrap-around -3 walls of that stacked stones! I do so hope!

I missed your presence here :nuts: ; I'm sure I'm speaking for everyone as well. It's been so long but I knew you will not abandon us! We are too irresistible, di ba? Your sharing us the latest is very much appreciated!

I did post some Qs and was hoping you'll be back to help with them (I can't even remember my questions; they're somewhere here, of course). But never you mind.

I kinda wish I had gotten a grnd flr unit but the nerves took over. Just to let you know, I'm at Two Serendra, so ang tagal pa, end of 2008! But so excited for Lauren, laquacherra (wish I could shop with her) and Edmund, I think; I can never remember everyone and where, sorry.

I'll e-mail you, thanks, but please visit and often if you can. We need you and your Ayala 'innie' news! :cheer: :cheers2:

the ground floor units look awesome! i never even considered them because i was concerned with the potential for noise and foot traffic. :(

Hey :wave: la pa kaming inquiry maaga pa :)

^^ Mitch, you said you have a lot of inquiries from potential buyers...are there still a lot of units left for sale? Thanks


Hi portudlow! Replied to your pm.

thank you, Mitch!! you know, you sound like my property specialist... she'd go "ang ganda sobra" also hehe! 1st quarter 2007 is only a few weeks away... the wait is killing me!!! hehehe! i did get some pictures from my property specialist a few weeks ago when she was part of a group who went to one serendra... it's all shaping up very nicely imo :)

Hey :wave: hahaha! I think I already know who your property specialist is ;) Well, same here! We can't wait to turn over the units too! In fact next year is gonna be a really crazy year because aside from turning over units at Serendra, we have alot of new projects coming up. Wait till you see the gardens in full bloom and the lobbies. ;)


mitch rivera
thank you for all those pictures.....wow, looks really nice. do you happened to tour 2 serendra also? thanks

Hi Sir Ed! We still haven't received any news about the walk through of Two Serendra A, once we receive the emailblasts we'll let you know. ;) I can't wait for Two Serendra A also since most of my personal clients got from there. Would also need to see the comparison. The only major difference about the 2 lang are the sizes, the finishes, and the prices. But in essence, the serene experience is just the same. Ground floor units are also elevated, just not so sure though if they're also providing access gates from the balcony to the gardens, for now we can only speculate.


Mitch! Lump in my throat when I saw your pics! Jaw-dropper Serendra is!
Thanks so much for the pictures from the bottom of my heart! :) :nuts:

The gardens, breathtaking! I can't wait to walk all around or feel the grass on barefoot and get some peace and serenity. Or maybe read a book, or enjoy the sparkling pool. All these in the midst of a vibrant city. Wow!

I'm just so elated to see the stone facade on the grnd floor units. The stacked flag stone facade is gorgeous! Imagine, mine will have it wrap-around -3 walls of that stacked stones! I do so hope!

I missed your presence here :nuts: ; I'm sure I'm speaking for everyone as well. It's been so long but I knew you will not abandon us! We are too irresistible, di ba? Your sharing us the latest is very much appreciated!

I did post some Qs and was hoping you'll be back to help with them (I can't even remember my questions; they're somewhere here, of course). But never you mind.

I kinda wish I had gotten a grnd flr unit but the nerves took over. Just to let you know, I'm at Two Serendra, so ang tagal pa, end of 2008! But so excited for Lauren, laquacherra (wish I could shop with her) and Edmund, I think; I can never remember everyone and where, sorry.

I'll e-mail you, thanks, but please visit and often if you can. We need you and your Ayala 'innie' news! :cheer: :cheers2:

Hi :wave: Oh yeah. You can just imagine our excitement when we first entered One Serendra A. Funny that the brochures matched the final outcome, which is a good thing by the way. My jaw really dropped on that picture of a balcony and the garden - that was gorgeous na. What more of it's all done? :) Hey one of my clients/buyers will be your neighbor by end of 2008. Does your unit happen to be a corner unit in Section C?

Aww, that was so sweet :) Yeah sorry if it took me so long it's been really crazy with work kasi those months. Right now kasi we're already recommending US loan options e, was able to hook up with a loan consultant in the US. Oh and yeah, Serendra peeps here are just so irresistable ;) will always be sharing news and updates with Serendra since this just happens to be our forte na and we already fell so inlove with it.

I'll be researching some of your q's in the previous posts and threads. Might just need more time for it though :( Will keep everyone posted as always. More so with Two Serendra because, that's where I also started. ;)

the ground floor units look awesome! i never even considered them because i was concerned with the potential for noise and foot traffic. :(

Hi Sir Bart! :wave: Yeah that was also one of the frequently asked questions (or rather concerns) everytime we're offering the ground floor ones. The nice part is, we didn't actually hear the construction noise from the outside. Just faint taps because of the quality of the glass. And it's elevated from the ground, then you're surrounded by greens, beatiful landscaping, sarap pa ng hangin. Considering that we're still on the last phases of construction. :) By the way sir is Bernie assisting you na?

Hi Sir Bart! :wave: By the way sir is Bernie assisting you na?

the short answer is NO :(

i'm sending you a PM

mitch rivera
thanks....we all appreciate you sharing those pictures, makes us all unit owners more excited =)

theoctiva
yeah, i can not wait! =)

Mitch,

I PM'ed you, thanks again. :)

No news from agent, I e-mail once in a while, yet responses are slim to none.
He must be very busy. SSC friends and Bonizens are lovely folks, they indulge me, albeit my failings and 'duuuhness'. We're like family - check my speech on samahan - we're too close for comfort now :lovethem:.

Edmund, heart-stirring talaga. yes? and with great friends to enjoy it, hope our timing will sync so we can all meet - bart, island honey, lauren, sino pa ba? Christmas, 2008-Jan, 2009 for me; maybe we all can plan a meet!

And hubby is very impressed! He's seen the the good, the bad, and the ugly of our country. Yet he is excited with Serendra as well. All from a steak-and-potato WASP (White Anglo-Saxon Presby). Our world is shrinking and we all need to think global. And the Filiinos have a stake and a great chance to prosper. I believe in it and he does, too. Naku, naiiyak tuloy ako! :)

I really like the bamboo plants.....very airy ang effect at malamig sa mata. Nice view indeed!

Mitch Rivera

five words: bee yoo tee ful pictures

dadami ang tataya sa lotto nyan.

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The GARDENS at Serendra....sobrang love ko ito...swerte talaga ng mga nakakuha ng ground floor units na garden facing....kaya pala sobrang mahal sobrang ganda...

Beautiful tropical garden. The use of bamboos makes it so Zen. :)

theocdiva
yeah very excited also here. yeah i hope we could all meet. i do plan to have a get together during the turnover of my unit in July and once i have the interior done. i would let everyone know. where are you based?

theocdiva
yeah very excited also here. yeah i hope we could all meet. i do plan to have a get together during the turnover of my unit in July and once i have the interior done. i would let everyone know. where are you based?


just lemme know when you guys are in town ;)

just lemme know when you guys are in town ;)

yes i will let you know lauren =) by july you would have your unit....and i would to see it =)

Edmund,
In U.S.: I'm in South Orange County, south of Los Angeles.
In Serendra: I'll be in Two Serendra.

Good luck on your July turn-over! :cheers1:


Lauren,
Will you be my BFF (Best friends forever) in laquacha and shopping in Dec. 2008/Jan. 2009? I'll need all the leads - where to go with the least buck for the biggest bang! As you said, di ka pa naman tapos mag-shopping by that time, di ba? :lol:

Lauren,
Will you be my BFF (Best friends forever) in laquacha and shopping in Dec. 2008/Jan. 2009? I'll need all the leads - where to go with the least buck for the biggest bang! As you said, di ka pa naman tapos mag-shopping by that time, di ba? :lol:


sure, susan :) shoppingera's my middle name :lol:

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My favorite place in Shops at Serendra --"A Different Bookstore". There's a cafe in this store called "Bookworm Cafe". I hope that "Fully Booked" in Bonifacio High Street will open soon!!!! Can't wait!!!!

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^^ i just earned my a different bookstore discount card ;) :lol:

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Looks like a Latin-American/Spanish open plaza.:D

^^ i just earned my a different bookstore discount card ;) :lol:

How?

very nice.....

How?

^^ i just earned my a different bookstore discount card ;) :lol:

they give out these track cards (kinda like sa starbucks) you have it stamped every time you make a purchase... kung napuno mo na eligible ka na for discount card... pero luckily last weekend i bought a book i was asked if i want my track card upgraded to a discount card na... i only had 4 stamps pa lang... syempre sagot ko "yes!" :lol:

Lauren,
Will you be my BFF (Best friends forever) in laquacha and shopping in Dec. 2008/Jan. 2009? I'll need all the leads - where to go with the least buck for the biggest bang!

hehe. i'm afraid she won't be able to help you with that one. i don't think "bargain" is part of her vocabulary. hehe.

^^ i just earned my a different bookstore discount card ;) :lol:

Lauren and Cynch,
My my! Awesome! I spend money on books! I collect first ed, rare editions when I can, avid collector for modern books. Wishing on classics, but can't touch them - too pricey for my pocket. Except for 'A Moveable Feast' by Ernest Hemingway, a must! And 'The Sun Also Rises', love them matadors!
Also Harry Potter and.... stop me coz I can go on and on!

These bookstore will be my favorite haunts!
na kini-kinita ko na! (uy, lalim!)
Give me a book and a frap with java chips and I'm home!
Loving you both already! :nuts:

hehe. i'm afraid she won't be able to help you with that one. i don't think "bargain" is part of her vocabulary. hehe.

Hello Alfonso and Lauren,
So not a Divisoria/Baclaran manang, eh?
Well, I'm flexible. I'll go and 'window'; I'm a bargain hunter at pocket, but faux 'Neiman Marcus' in style...Louie Vuitton wannabe, that's me.

Just being funny! :lol:

i would have to apologize to ms. OCdiva... "window"? faux Neiman Marcus? so sorry- i don't speak the "shoppingera" dialect. hehehe. and Lauren goes to Baclaran & Divisoria from time to time. that's where she gets her gifts for me. sniff.

regarding Cynch's pix... i think the colored lightbulbs are just a bit tacky for my taste. but that's just me. parang illuminated banderitas ang dating. it's still a nice place to be in at nite though coz i never noticed those lights before.

Thanks for posting all the photos - makes me excited about the turnover late 2007.

I agree about the string lights. They are playful, but they don't impart a high-end atmosphere. Hopefully they are just there for the Christmas season.

Also Harry Potter and.... stop me coz I can go on and on!

These bookstore will be my favorite haunts!
na kini-kinita ko na! (uy, lalim!)
Give me a book and a frap with java chips and I'm home!
Loving you both already! :nuts:

Hey OCdiva/Susan!

We'll be super duper friends talaga... I've got lots of books! Share-share tayo! :) .... Not a Harry Potter fan though --- I'm a Lord of the Rings fan!!!! (Tolkien rocks!) ha ha ha! :lol:

regarding Cynch's pix... i think the colored lightbulbs are just a bit tacky for my taste. but that's just me. parang illuminated banderitas ang dating. it's still a nice place to be in at nite though coz i never noticed those lights before.

Ah futbolista/Ponch ..... you find the lights baduy? Na-jologs ba ang Shops at Serendra ? ha ha ha ha :lol:

Thanks for posting all the photos - makes me excited about the turnover late 2007.

I agree about the string lights. They are playful, but they don't impart a high-end atmosphere. Hopefully they are just there for the Christmas season.


Hi there MarilizOn2! (Mariliz is your name, of course.... ha ha ha!)

I noticed that it's your first post! Welcome to Skyscraper City (SSC!)

Is your unit at One or Two Serendra?

BTW, join us at Bonifacio Global Cityzens (BGCityzens thread) :
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=405314&page=21

Great group, great company! I'll see you there!

Cynch

Hi there MarilizOn2! (Mariliz is your name, of course.... ha ha ha!)

I noticed that it's your first post! Welcome to Skyscraper City (SSC!)

Is your unit at One or Two Serendra?

BTW, join us at Bonifacio Global Cityzens (BGCityzens thread) :
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=405314&page=21

Great group, great company! I'll see you there!

Cynch

Hi there, Cynch. Yes, my husband and I bought a unit also. It's in One Serendra, I-C. We'll be going last quarter of 2007 hopefully to view and fix up the place. I'm excited about it, especially after reading all the conversations and looking at all the pictures.

Mariliz

(On2 just refers to my preferred Salsa dance rhythm ... :banana: )

Ah futbolista/Ponch ..... you find the lights baduy? Na-jologs ba ang Shops at Serendra ? ha ha ha ha :lol:

uy hindi naman, ms. cynch. hindi "baduy" ang word... more like "hindi bagay". parang nag pair ang isang babae ng dkny dress tapos stella mcartney rubber shoes. parehong ok naman sana separately... hindi lang bagay. hehehe.

Hi there, Cynch. Yes, my husband and I bought a unit also. It's in One Serendra, I-C. We'll be going last quarter of 2007 hopefully to view and fix up the place. I'm excited about it, especially after reading all the conversations and looking at all the pictures.

Mariliz

(On2 just refers to my preferred Salsa dance rhythm ... :banana: )


hello, neighbor! nag top off na sections B & C... it's half way there now ;)

i would have to apologize to ms. OCdiva... "window"? faux Neiman Marcus? so sorry- i don't speak the "shoppingera" dialect. hehehe. and Lauren goes to Baclaran & Divisoria from time to time. that's where she gets her gifts for me. sniff.

regarding Cynch's pix... i think the colored lightbulbs are just a bit tacky for my taste. but that's just me. parang illuminated banderitas ang dating. it's still a nice place to be in at nite though coz i never noticed those lights before.

'Window' is window-shopping, looking lang...Neiman Marcus is very hi-end, like Saks Fifth ..google 'Neiman Marcus Christmas Book'...chk pages 86 to 97 and you'll see what I mean! :nuts:

Hey OCdiva/Susan!

We'll be super duper friends talaga... I've got lots of books! Share-share tayo! :) .... Not a Harry Potter fan though --- I'm a Lord of the Rings fan!!!! (Tolkien rocks!) ha ha ha! :lol:

Love Tolkein, too! Lovable Bilbo Baggins. Saw the Eragon movie last nite. While not the book, it was very good. Yes, let's share..I like all genres, including children's/teens; I think HP is magical, and JK Rowling is the real wizard. For a more adult-like, check out Susanna Clarke's Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell (a future movie, too). I'm in adult land currently, involved in NEXT by Michael Crichton (Jurassic Park); how about you?

Are there 'Barnes & Noble' in BGC High Street, Serendra Piazza or in the country? I hope so. One of our favorite haunts. While hubby reads-up on wood-working mags, I catch up on Forbes and Fortune magazines, People, catch up on Lindsay Lohan, Brad & Angelina, latest buzz on Hollywood trash-land, and travel hide-away magazines, of course.


Ah futbolista/Ponch ..... you find the lights baduy? Na-jologs ba ang Shops at Serendra ? ha ha ha ha :lol:

duuh alert: 'na-jologs', please? thanks.

I like the lights, it makes it real piazza -fiesta time! Too much hi-end is too tiring, methinks. It's all about human interaction - I'll take that any day than snob-time.

Hi there, Cynch. Yes, my husband and I bought a unit also. It's in One Serendra, I-C. We'll be going last quarter of 2007 hopefully to view and fix up the place. I'm excited about it, especially after reading all the conversations and looking at all the pictures.

Mariliz

(On2 just refers to my preferred Salsa dance rhythm ... :banana: )

Glad you're with us Mariliz! Perhaps we'll meet in 2008/2009 and you can teach me the salsa! :)

Are there 'Barnes & Noble' in BGC High Street, Serendra Piazza or in the country?

No Barnes and Noble here in the Phils. The other USA-based bookstore I like is Borders (which also doesn't exist in the Phils). I'm banking on "Fully Booked" which will open soon at the Bonifacio High Street to have a wider selection of books and magazines ....

Will keep you posted as soon as "Fully Booked" opens ..... I'm quite excited na.... ha ha ha! :lol:

duuh alert: 'na-jologs', please? thanks.

Jologs= baduy. (Jologs/Baduy porma mo ngayon!) Actually, there are more meanings to the word pa.

^^ this is the second time in a week in SSC that some one based the US is asking what "jologs" mean :)

"jologs" is the opposite of being "conyo" (another new term which practically means "sosyal")... usually students & graduates from ateneo or la salle or assumption are branded as "conyo" :)

^^ We (my friends and I) were social outcasts during our time in Ateneo and were called "Barok" by the "Sosyal" group(s). Same ba yung "Barok" sa "Jologs" ngayon? Hindi naman kasi kami Baduy no! Hehehe! :)

^^ We (my friends and I) were social outcasts during our time in Ateneo and were called "Barok" by the "Sosyal" group(s). Same ba yung "Barok" sa "Jologs" ngayon? Hindi naman kasi kami Baduy no! Hehehe! :)

di ko na ata naabutan yung mga terms na yan, a. hehehe. alam ko lang "caf kids"... yun lang. i'm not aware of any other ones. hehe.

di ko na ata naabutan yung mga terms na yan, a. hehehe. alam ko lang "caf kids"... yun lang. i'm not aware of any other ones. hehe. Mmmm ikaw ha are you saying Gurang na ko Ponch? Hehehe...:) :) :)

Yup same thing din during our time: Caf kids, Admin Gals/Guys, Hallway/Podium groups, etc. and of course kaming mga "Barok" who hangout (outside Ateneo) in the neighborhood carinderia and bilyaran after class for a few racks, drinks and fishballs. :) :) :)

hahaha! all these labels. i didn't say anything. classified din akong "gurang". hehe.

Glad you're with us Mariliz! Perhaps we'll meet in 2008/2009 and you can teach me the salsa! :)

You sound like fun, OCDiva! Will let you guys know when we're in the Philippines so we can get together.

Mariliz

When I was touring the model units, I was told that the ceilings will be unfinished and we are responsible for fixing them up and adding our own lighting fixtures.

How do I go about taking care of that? I'll be in the Philippines for only 2 weeks when we accept our unit. Do I have to hire a construction company and electricians myself, or do you think the Ayala mgmt company can help out?

Mariliz

^^ Mariliz, I suggest you also ask your Serendra agent if Ayala can actually do it for you (and how much) or if Ayala has a list of recommended people/company/contractors that can do the work in your Serendra unit. Atleast if it was referred by Ayala you have better peace of mind that the job will be done correctly and timely for they would not want to fall out of their good graces. Of course only just a suggestion. Hope this helps. :)

Thanks for the tip, 3cr. I'll have to start looking into this mid next year before we go.

No Barnes and Noble here in the Phils. The other USA-based bookstore I like is Borders (which also doesn't exist in the Phils). I'm banking on "Fully Booked" which will open soon at the Bonifacio High Street to have a wider selection of books and magazines ....

Will keep you posted as soon as "Fully Booked" opens ..... I'm quite excited na.... ha ha ha! :lol:

Jologs= baduy. (Jologs/Baduy porma mo ngayon!) Actually, there are more meanings to the word pa.

Hhmmm, interesting biz to put up - a Barnes & Noble franchise, that; have to chk on that. ('kala mo may pera, ano?!)

Baduy, I can relate. Well, let's just say people change.. :lol:

I thought 'conyo' was a very bad word? maybe it's notoriety has waned, or I was just too young then and now, well...never mind... Thanks, Cynch!

You sound like fun, OCDiva! Will let you guys know when we're in the Philippines so we can get together.

Mariliz

For sure, Dec 2008 when we take delivery of our unit. Pls. do plan for a Christmas visit; then we'll party like the animals we are, eh? :lol: :)

Thanks for the tip, 3cr. I'll have to start looking into this mid next year before we go.

Thanks, too, Boe. Our agent told us there will be no lighting on the ceiling. So we can do a drop-ceiling for lighting; I think the height is about 9 to 10 ft. That then cuts it shorter. But if we can get an electrician to put it in before the ceiling is finished, perhaps we can keep the height? Lauren is one I know who gets earliest delivery; she'll fill us in for sure! :)

:cheers2: Cheers all! Have a wonderful Christmas, keep warm, play safe. I wish you all lots and lots of toys next year - new condo, new car, new scooter, new cuddle (?)! Please do read up on global warming and do your bit! Thanks for the friendship and you know I love you!!

Our agent told us there will be no lighting on the ceiling. So we can do a drop-ceiling for lighting; I think the height is about 9 to 10 ft. That then cuts it shorter. But if we can get an electrician to put it in before the ceiling is finished, perhaps we can keep the height? Lauren is one I know who gets earliest delivery; she'll fill us in for sure! :)


i sure will :) presently, i'm on a "wait-and-see" mode - i want to see what i'm actually getting first and then go on from there. imo it's kinda hard to make more concrete plans at this point. gosh! turnover is so close and yet so far away :lol:

Of course you're very much welcome Mariliz and Susan. All the best on your projects. :) :) :)

Lauren, Sana you can also post some before and after pics when your project is done. :) :) :)

Hey OCdiva/Susan!

We'll be super duper friends talaga... I've got lots of books! Share-share tayo! :) .... Not a Harry Potter fan though --- I'm a Lord of the Rings fan!!!! (Tolkien rocks!) ha ha ha! :lol:

bookworm ka pala ate cynch?! waahh... i love books too!!! and a tolkien fan too!!! wahehe... kung alam ko lang, nakow! di kita tatantanan nung meet about books!!! :D

i sure will :) presently, i'm on a "wait-and-see" mode - i want to see what i'm actually getting first and then go on from there. imo it's kinda hard to make more concrete plans at this point. gosh! turnover is so close and yet so far away :lol:

please post as soon as you get notified. i'm not sure how they'll get a hold of me. my sales associate is "not so customer oriented." :ohno:

Lauren, Sana you can also post some before and after pics when your project is done. :) :) :)

Boe, no problem posting the "before" pictures... the "after" pictures though may take 5 years!! :lol: :lol:



bookworm ka pala ate cynch?! waahh... i love books too!!! and a tolkien fan too!!! wahehe... kung alam ko lang, nakow! di kita tatantanan nung meet about books!!! :D

me too!! graphic novels ARE considered books too arent they? :lol: :lol:



please post as soon as you get notified. i'm not sure how they'll get a hold of me. my sales associate is "not so customer oriented." :ohno:

sure! :)

me too!! graphic novels ARE considered books too arent they? :lol: :lol: sure! :)

yay!! sure they are!! Been reading some Sandman series by Gaiman, my friend have a copy, i want to have my own copies of it. ang bigat sa bulsa ng mga graphic novels eh!:bash: i've read MARVEL 1602 by Gaiman and also the WATCHMEN by Alan Moore.

O.T. na tayo... text na lang kita... :D

Boe, no problem posting the "before" pictures... the "after" pictures though may take 5 years!! :lol: :lol:


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hahaha! so true...

any new picture of Serendra? =) thanks

^^ soon i hope :)

tomorrow starts 1st quarter 2007!! TAGAL! :lol:

The posts for the perimeter fence are up at One Serendra on 11th Avenue. There aren't any yet on the Two Serendra side.


One Serendra, December 31, 2006
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woohoo! 2007 na!!! mag move na si Lauren!!!

thanks for update Lauren! cant wait to see pics of your unit =)

just got an e-mail from mitch
looks like our turnover won't happen until 2Q of 2007 :(

oh well, i was expecting turnover towards the end of march anyway
hopefully, it's early second quarter

just got an e-mail from mitch
looks like our turnover won't happen until 2Q of 2007 :(

oh well, i was expecting turnover towards the end of march anyway
hopefully, it's early second quarter

Bartman.
are you at 1 or 2 serendra? i am just curious because i havent received a turnover date for my unit @ 2 serendra section a.

thanks

^^ edmund, bartman & i are in the same section at one serendra.


just got an e-mail from mitch
looks like our turnover won't happen until 2Q of 2007 :(

oh well, i was expecting turnover towards the end of march anyway
hopefully, it's early second quarter

yeah, i'm also expecting around end of march. i'll see what my property specialist have to say

hi Lauren! hmmm...if that's the case i wonder if the turnover at my unit is still the 2nd quarter? maybe 3rd quarter na.

your turnover was supposed to be 2Q2007?

just got an e-mail from mitch
looks like our turnover won't happen until 2Q of 2007 :(

oh well, i was expecting turnover towards the end of march anyway
hopefully, it's early second quarter


Is this going to greatly affect your plans for shipping things over or is it early enough that you can make adjustments to the timing?

your turnover was supposed to be 2Q2007?

yeah that's wahat we were told last year but again our agent can not confirm at this moment. he said to wait for further notice.

so i heard you are from the bay area and you are shipping stuff for your unit from the states?

yeah that's wahat we were told last year but again our agent can not confirm at this moment. he said to wait for further notice.

so i heard you are from the bay area and you are shipping stuff for your unit from the states?

that's the plan :)

Is this going to greatly affect your plans for shipping things over or is it early enough that you can make adjustments to the timing?
doesn't look like it :)

^^^ Bart - did you get the title(CCT) to your condo yet? I heard Lauren got hers recently...maybe yours is in the way.....if not maybe you need to do a follow up after a week.

Hello everyone,

Back from a long hiatus..family affairs kept me busy but have reached a closure yet kept busier still but this time it's on Manila's coast. Heaven above has taken someone I truly love so he can have peace forever. Thus we are now a-frenzy planning and prepping for a flight home to Manila - spouse and I will be in Manila Jan 12 thru Jan 23.

Please PM me your numbers - cell or others. I will not have time to PM back but will take note of your contact infos and will try my best to hook up. Everything is so sudden and there's so much to do.

Of course we will visit Serendra and hoping we can do a mini-EB.

I can't wait to meet some of you.
Thanks for the friendship and prayers.

You can contact Lauren and she'll hook us up if we can have an EB.

Condolonces on your lost theOcdiva.

Hello everyone,

Back from a long hiatus..family affairs kept me busy but have reached a closure yet kept busier still but this time it's on Manila's coast. Heaven above has taken someone I truly love so he can have peace forever. Thus we are now a-frenzy planning and prepping for a flight home to Manila - spouse and I will be in Manila Jan 12 thru Jan 23.

Please PM me your numbers - cell or others. I will not have time to PM back but will take note of your contact infos and will try my best to hook up. Everything is so sudden and there's so much to do.

Of course we will visit Serendra and hoping we can do a mini-EB.

I can't wait to meet some of you.
Thanks for the friendship and prayers.

Hello everyone,

Of course we will visit Serendra and hoping we can do a mini-EB.

I can't wait to meet some of you.
Thanks for the friendship and prayers.

Hi Susan!

I've heard that you're here in Manila from Lauren. Yes, I'm looking forward to meet you. Just what Dvorak/Erwin mentioned, just text laquacherra/Lauren, and she'll inform us.

Hello everyone,

Back from a long hiatus..family affairs kept me busy but have reached a closure yet kept busier still but this time it's on Manila's coast. Heaven above has taken someone I truly love so he can have peace forever. Thus we are now a-frenzy planning and prepping for a flight home to Manila - spouse and I will be in Manila Jan 12 thru Jan 23.

Please PM me your numbers - cell or others. I will not have time to PM back but will take note of your contact infos and will try my best to hook up. Everything is so sudden and there's so much to do.

Of course we will visit Serendra and hoping we can do a mini-EB.

I can't wait to meet some of you.
Thanks for the friendship and prayers.

Our sympathy and prayers are with you and yours! Have a safe trip and "enjoy".

We're so sorry for your recent loss Susan and our prayers are with you. You have friends to call on for support in both Manila and California if you feel the need.

turn over update from mitch:
Thanks so much for patiently waiting. We have received confirmation from Ayala Land Premiere that turnover may exactly start on the week of March 5-9. You may now plan your trip and move-in activities accordingly.


:banana: :cheers: :applause:

turn over update from mitch:


:banana: :cheers: :applause:

Congratulations Bart! I'm exicted for you! :banana: :banana: :banana:

Congratulations Bart....so they did keep their schedule of first quarter 2007....great news. We better have that mini-meet soon before you get super busy with the preparations.

Congrats Bart, I am excited for us, este for you pala. We, este, you, have an actual address na sa pinas.

thanks, guys
yes, all of a sudden i'm feeling as though i don't have much time :)

thanks, guys
yes, all of a sudden i'm feeling as though i don't have much time :)

is there a thread about buying appliances and furnishing their condo units? I just want to know other owner's experience on decorating and furnishing their units.

is there a thread about buying appliances and furnishing their condo units? I just want to know other owners experience on decorating and furnishing their units.

i don't know of any BUT i do know both cynch & KOYA greg have some experience with regards to decorating & furnishing condos