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

considering we're not there yet... i'm beginning to feel overwelmed :lol:

that's really soon, ha.

as i've said there's always the mc depot (good options for kitchen & bath) for the cheaper items (and even cheaper ones at binondo esp with regards to lighting) if this is acceptable. and if you want to splurge- there's a one-stop section at megamall where they'll be happy to help w/ interior design & furniture. i suggest that you start choosing what look you want and things will get easier bit by bit. keep your ears & eyes open for furniture fairs from local manufacturers as well- prices are knocked way down at these gigs.

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.

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

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

Congrats to Bart and Lauren, whose condo units will be turned over soon!

Because of my busy schedule, I got an Interior Designer --she's graduating this year pa lang ha ---to do the renovations of my small unit at Kensington Place. Renovating a unit really takes a lot of time and sometimes stressful; I made the right decision of getting someone to supervise the work.

However, for those who have bigger units, I'm recommending Frenjick Quesada. He's young, creative and reasonably priced and he has experience in working with condos and houses.

This is the link to his website and his works are posted here:
http://www.designhirayamaquesada.blogspot.com/

Bart and Lauren, if you'd like to meet Frenjick, just let me know.

thanks, Cynch! i want nice but not that nice :lol: j/k i like their clean designs though :okay:

Congrats to Bart and Lauren, whose condo units will be turned over soon!

Because of my busy schedule, I got an Interior Designer --she's graduating this year pa lang ha ---to do the renovations of my small unit at Kensington Place. Renovating a unit really takes a lot of time and sometimes stressful; I made the right decision of getting someone to supervise the work.

However, for those who have bigger units, I'm recommending Frenjick Quesada. He's young, creative and reasonably priced and he has experience in working with condos and houses.

This is the link to his website and his works are posted here:
http://www.designhirayamaquesada.blogspot.com/

Bart and Lauren, if you'd like to meet Frenjick, just let me know.

Because of my busy schedule, I got an Interior Designer --she's graduating this year pa lang ha ---to do the renovations of my small unit at Kensington Place. Renovating a unit really takes a lot of time and sometimes stressful; I made the right decision of getting someone to supervise the work.



Hi Cynch, let us know how this turns out. I'm interested to know because I may also be needing the services of an Interior Designer next year. If you don't mind, do you know what are the going rates of IDs in Manila and what do their services include? I heard fresh graduates can give the most value of your money. I guess it all depends. But any info regarding IDs will help so I can prepare. Thanks in advance!

For ID students, the graduating batches usually has an exhibit, which acts as their thesis work. It would be good to visit such exhibits not only to get ideas for renovations, but also to scout for student IDs who does good interior works at a reasonable price.

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.
Uy sa March na - lapit na to! Congrats Bart! Same same for Lauren as well! :) :) :)

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.

Sorry to hear about your loss Susan. Please accept my consolences.

thanks, Cynch! i want nice but not that nice :lol: j/k i like their clean designs though :okay:


Hi Cynch, let us know how this turns out. I'm interested to know because I may also be needing the services of an Interior Designer next year. If you don't mind, do you know what are the going rates of IDs in Manila and what do their services include? I heard fresh graduates can give the most value of your money. I guess it all depends. But any info regarding IDs will help so I can prepare. Thanks in advance!

Hello Lauren and Jun and SSC friends!

Frenjick Quesada's service fees are reasonable.

Anyway, I got these from Frenjick:

"For your reference, fees that we charge are within the recommended ranges of the Philippine Institute of Interior Design. as a rule of thumb, we charge P1,000-1,500 (depends on scope of work) per square meter for professional fees with a minimum design fee of P85,000. We charge out of pocket expenses like transpo, parking separately (this usually amount to about P10,000 per project). "

For small units (studio and 1-BR units) -- you can opt for a fresh graduate ID.

For bigger units, I suggest you get the more experienced IDs. (Honestly, don't get the "branded" IDs ---tatagain kayo talaga ng mga yun. There are those who are talented and creative and yet their fees are reasonably priced.)

Grabe, with all these expenses, I think I will use "banig" and Monobloc plastic chairs and tables! For the cabinets, I'll use the plastic ones sold at Shoemart (I think the brand is Orocan!). Lights -- I'll use the yellow bombilya na lang! ha ha ha! :lol: And I'll have a bath-tub (bat-tab) installed at the toilet ----ie, BATya and TABo!!! ha ha :lol: :lol: :lol:

Hello Lauren and Jun and SSC friends!

Frenjick Quesada's service fees are reasonable.

Anyway, I got these from Frenjick:

"For your reference, fees that we charge are within the recommended ranges of the Philippine Institute of Interior Design. as a rule of thumb, we charge P1,000-1,500 (depends on scope of work) per square meter for professional fees with a minimum design fee of P85,000. We charge out of pocket expenses like transpo, parking separately (this usually amount to about P10,000 per project). "

For small units (studio and 1-BR units) -- you can opt for a fresh graduate ID.

For bigger units, I suggest you get the more experienced IDs. (Honestly, don't get the "branded" IDs ---tatagain kayo talaga ng mga yun. There are those who are talented and creative and yet their fees are reasonably priced.)

Grabe, with all these expenses, I think I will use "banig" and Monobloc plastic chairs and tables! For the cabinets, I'll use the plastic ones sold at Shoemart (I think the brand is Orocan!). Lights -- I'll use the yellow bombilya na lang! ha ha ha! :lol: And I'll have a bath-tub (bat-tab) installed at the toilet ----ie, BATya and TABo!!! ha ha :lol: :lol: :lol:


along with ID expenses, what do you think it will cost to fully furnish a finished unit? Let's say about 90.2 sqm??? <-----The size of my unit. :lol: :lol: :lol:

guys, can someone post the floor plan of one serendra here? we are really considering buying a 1 BR unit there and we've already talked to one of the managers of ayala land premier....

guys, can someone post the floor plan of one serendra here? we are really considering buying a 1 BR unit there and we've already talked to one of the managers of ayala land premier....

in which section of one serendra? A, B, C, D or E? floor plans of sections A, B, C & D are available at one serendra's website http://www.oneserendra.com/main.htm

as for section E, you might have to ask your ALP contact for it. hope this helps

LIVING THE GOOD LIFE IN SERENITY
article by Frank Borja
Business Mirror

link to article http://www.businessmirror.com.ph/01232007/life01.html

ONE of the latest excitements in the Fort Bonifacio development is the lifestyle and leisure hub of the Serendra property developed by Ayala Land. As the core of this residential community, the lifestyle commercial development of Serendra is an oasis that links the commercial mall Market! Market! clear across to the high-end shops at the other end of the strip. Amid the stunning architecture of this residential community, a new lifestyle is being established. Where else can you find shopping, dining, fun and residential living all mixed into a single development? With its low-rise structures and soon-anticipated lush landscapes, this oasis truly conjures an easy serene lifestyle.

I have heard many stories regarding this development from friends and family, raving about the truly unique experience it offers. Granted, the lifestyle retail shops and restaurants are in their infancy stage, but make no mistake: this space will quickly evolve into a savvy and chic hub to hangout in for the many upscale residences in Makati and Fort Bonifacio Global City. That is, if it hasn´t yet.

When I first walked into the public space of Serendra, I noticed the whimsical flavor of the domain. Benches turned and blended into the pavement, pedestrian lighting soared and arched with ball fixtures to illuminate the plaza space, water features on the ground plane created movement and repetition to the scrolling colored pavement patterns. The entire central courtyard seemed to dance in rhythmic harmony with the horizontal and vertical features of this jazzy public space. The entire lifestyle center was designed around the negative space created from the Serendra structures as they turned and arched, making this pedestrian community a sanctuary for many shopaholics and culinary connoisseurs. The soothing architectural colors of the buildings lend a timeless style as well as a sense of equanimity to the Serendra development. Accents of white as seen on the shutters, columns, stair cases and trellises are refreshing elements toning the structures down to a human scale, enhancing the serene environment.

Creative semicircular forms of the buildings add to the softness of the interior courtyard space, as do the large globes dotting the landscape as free-standing artworks and accent lighting. You can also find these forms repeated as footing for the swirling benches. A connecting vista from the Serendra lifestyle center to the other shops further down the strip, is punctuated with oversized water features that empty into the pavement level and recirculated into the fountains. From ground level, these fountains direct your view across the roadway to the rest of the commercial development. From above on the concourse level, these fountains also repeat the circular forms of the globes, highlighting the whimsical character of the Serendra lifestyle center.

With the use of new paving materials from abroad, sparkling glass specked with ribbons lead you through the public space. Large vertical native trees were used throughout the courtyard to provide some upper-story canopy without densely covering the central court and allowing for filtered views to the spectacular architectural elements of the residential structures.

I have yet to visit the Serendra complex at night to truly capture the magical romantic atmosphere of this development. Judging from the festive string of lights draped throughout the restaurants´ spill-out spaces, my mind is queued for nothing less than spectacular evenings.

I also know that when this development has been completed to its fullest, the days and the nightlife of Fort Bonifacio Global City will never be the same again. My congratulations to the Ayala Team for yet another well executed development. The Serendra will definitely be a destination for shopping, eating and, especially, living.

nice article, thanks for sharing

Serendra is not just bricks and mortar to us.
We saw it and we agree: it is a breathing macrocosm of fine living.
No doubt we will live fully whenever we visit.

Thanks for sharing your wonderful write-up!

One thing i like about the Ayalas touch is the way they consciuosly incorporated mother nature like landscape gardens into their projects.

The price of a unit in Serendra is almost the same price of condo units in some parts of America.

Say if you have P6.2M (the minimum) for a one bedroom, that is about $125,000 more or less.

I wanna buy there but if I won't stay there to enjoy the gracious living and ambience, sayang lang. It's really geared more for retired or returning expats and the 'can afford' in the Philippines.

Agree with Lili, Serendra is really geared up for a different market! Great article though.

S
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The price of a unit in Serendra is almost the same price of condo units in some parts of America.

Say if you have P6.2M (the minimum) for a one bedroom, that is about $125,000 more or less.


$125,000 can not get you anything in areas like LA, NY, SF or any major cities in the U.S. Comparable units in LA at a nice location cost more than $600K and more in NY and SF.

$125,000 can not get you anything in areas like LA, NY, SF or any major cities in the U.S. Comparable units in LA at a nice location cost more than $600K and more in NY and SF.

Even small 350sqft Studio Condos in Chicago/NY/SF etc run at more than $300K

^^ I agree. My aunt own a condo unit in suburb of Chicago and it cost him ~$270k Single bedroom. That is sub urban part much more in downtown Chicago.

before we get more examples, i believe we all know how expensive property could get in the US, as quite a few of us here are US property owners
note that lili only said "some parts of America", and she's correct (as are the rest of you)
peace :)

It's really geared more for retired or returning expats and the 'can afford' in the Philippines.


i think you can add "people who've worked hard & saved money well" to that list.

Hi! I'm new to the forum. Does anyone know what kind of cable satellite we're gonna get at One Serendra?

^^ those are two different things (cable and satellite); but i get your point
i don't know; but i too am curious :)

welcome, BTW
another neighbor?

The price might be the same but the location and establishment in those areas is what you are buying for, plus..the opportunity for the value to go up after all the developments in FBGC will be finish...don't know when....but..since it is very close to the airport without traffic...i'm sure most expats would prefer to live there...also it is already confirmed that the british and canadian embassy will transfer in Mckinley Hill...

One thing with Serendra...there is a building facing Market Market...and of course..with the sounds of the restaurants right across..I mean they play loud music every nite..how can they sleep?

Plus..one building facing the entry to C5...grabe usok dun and noise of the traffic....then..the building near the restaurants...they play loud music as well at night....I mean..older people will not live there with their noise...siguro mga yuppies who loves to party every nite....yun ang market...

lili is correct. maybe in megacities of US it's impossible but in other cities, like Portland ,you can and probably bigger square area.

The price might be the same but the location and establishment in those areas is what you are buying for, plus..the opportunity for the value to go up after all the developments in FBGC will be finish...don't know when....but..since it is very close to the airport without traffic...i'm sure most expats would prefer to live there...also it is already confirmed that the british and canadian embassy will transfer in Mckinley Hill...

One thing with Serendra...there is a building facing Market Market...and of course..with the sounds of the restaurants right across..I mean they play loud music every nite..how can they sleep?

Plus..one building facing the entry to C5...grabe usok dun and noise of the traffic....then..the building near the restaurants...they play loud music as well at night....I mean..older people will not live there with their noise...siguro mga yuppies who loves to party every nite....yun ang market...

there really is NO problem with noise coming from the restaurants and market2. what loud music are you talking about? who plays them? have you actually heard it, or are you speculating? :ohno:

I've been to Shops at Serendra at night --the establishments there do not play loud music. There are no loud bars, no karaoke bars, no live band music, no rowdy people.

there really is NO problem with noise coming from the restaurants and market2. what loud music are you talking about? who plays them? have you actually heard it, or are you speculating? :ohno:

I think he's talking about the shows they have at the front of Market Market. I met up with my broker there one time and there was a stage set up for some sort of variety show.

I've been to Shops at Serendra at night --the establishments there do not play loud music. There are no loud bars, no karaoke bars, no live band music, no rowdy people.

this is good news, hopefully kept that way. perhaps Ayala learned from their Greenbelt 2 experience when people occupying Residences compained about the noise coming from the fine dine restos at the ground floor.

Some Serendra pics I took last December:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b162/AQuietLife/Fort%20Boni/IMG_0001.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b162/AQuietLife/Fort%20Boni/IMG_0006.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b162/AQuietLife/Fort%20Boni/IMG_0007.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b162/AQuietLife/Fort%20Boni/IMG_0009.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b162/AQuietLife/Fort%20Boni/IMG_0010.jpg

^^ I wonder how the foot traffic is going to be there when all the units are fully occupied?

I really like the landscaped greenery.

quietlife,
thanks much for the pictures, you captured my unit on your fisrt photo =)

^^ Imagine @Edmund, you were just anticipating it before and now it is built! Congrats!

quietlife,
thanks much for the pictures, you captured my unit on your fisrt photo =)Cool! So which one's yours? Maybe we can drop by your place one of these days, hehe. :jk:

quietlife,
thanks much for the pictures, you captured my unit on your fisrt photo =)

Congrats @Edmundtanso! This well-wish goes to Bartman as well. Good luck and regards!

thanks Lili, Chick Town, Quitelife
the red shade is my unit.

http://edmundtanso.smugmug.com/photos/126784258-L.jpg

just felt like doing this thing about the places at serendra that are now open for business...

Gaudi's- hyped up to have the best steaks in town. i'm not a big steak eater so we opted for the paella instead. i think they're supposed to serve catalan dishes. the paella wasn't the best and the tapas had too much bread. not too happy during my time there.

Mezza Luna - hoity toity place with hoity toity prices. nice spot for dates, too much for a casual one though. italian sounding name but dishes are more like influenced by the french. but!!! great food. i never thought i'd ever dig foie gras before i tried the place out.

Fez - my fave serendra resto as of the moment. mediterranean food. but maybe i liked it very much just coz i was really hungry that time.

Tatami - japanese. booo...

Thai At Silk - nice place to people watch actually. the food was well... i thought Dusit Thani (a fast food joint) had better tasting thai food.

Larry's Cafe - try the tinola martini and hate me forever. but all in all... not bad. i had the burger and samosas (so i have no idea what their schtick is). burger was ok, samosas weren't samosas (more like potato empanada).

Polu Kai - hawaiian supposedly. very much like TGIFriday's with more pineapples. not bad.

Sonja's - uber sweet cupcakes. overpriced but they look pretty and also packed in pretty boxes. not a bad place to mess up a diet plan.

Miss Desserts - a must try. best cheescake. they weren't lying.

hello everyone:

i've been reading this site for the past year and finally decided to post. just wanted to thank all the regulars for their updates. i made the decision to purchase a unit in serendra II, D during a visit to the philippines in june 2006. i'll be flying to manila in two weeks and i'll be sure to take plenty of photos and update this site with the pics. good meeting everyone in this forum.

george

^^ Thank you George. We'll be looking forward to these pictures because I, myself, am getting enticed. :)

there really is NO problem with noise coming from the restaurants and market2. what loud music are you talking about? who plays them? have you actually heard it, or are you speculating? :ohno:

I am not speculating because I am there almost every night. I had my birthday at FEz bar and yes they play loud music..

The building facing market2..is fronting Gerry's grill..and yes..they also play loud music at night...together with the other restaurant in that area.

thanks Lili, Chick Town, Quitelife
the red shade is my unit.

http://edmundtanso.smugmug.com/photos/126784258-L.jpg

@Edmundtanso, you're welcome comrade! Nice unit/location --- open area. As a friendly advice, check ( have it done) the attic insulation; it may not be enough. Sereneda uses fiberglass batts or rolls for insulation but it's just the 41/2" thick only if I'm not mistaken. Since you're on the uppermost level, you're absorbing all the heat. Again, this is just a friendly suggestion if you want to save on cooling bills. Regards!

Chicktown,
thanks for the suggestions. but do you know if the ceiling in my unit would be gypboard? because if it is concrete, i dont think i would be able to install any installlation unless i lower my ceiling.

^^ as far as i can remember at one serendra the ceiling is concrete except for the bathrooms it's gypsum board... i'll know for sure in about a month hehe! :)

that's weird... 'coz i'm at the shops at serendra practically every week and so far i have no issues regarding the kind of loud noise you mentioned... i've stayed on until about 10:30 - 11pm.

i don't frequent market market so i don't know how noisy it gets over there but as far as shops at serendra is concerned, so far i've no complaints. also, from my observation, any noise in the mckinley parkway area between serendra and market market only come from the passing vehicles.

we were at Greg's (aka fbgcxxxx) Bamboo Lounge last night (along 32nd street)... they play very loud music at the lounge BUT right outside the place it's really quiet. they keep the doors close and i guess there's soundproofing. considering Bamboo Lounge is in one of the older structures i think the newer ones are AT LEAST at par

I am not speculating because I am there almost every night. I had my birthday at FEz bar and yes they play loud music..

The building facing market2..is fronting Gerry's grill..and yes..they also play loud music at night...together with the other restaurant in that area.

Fez wasn't so loud. and the trippy music they usually play don't have the annoying deep basslines anyway- not the type of music that would make someone lose sleep. besides, i doubt if residents can hear anything coming from that place. Gerry's Grill, on the other hand, is basically a tamed down version of a beer garden. i don't remember that place playing really loud music. no memory of off key karaoke singing either. i wouldn't describe the sounds they make as "noise". just that buzz of people having a good time, i guess. but worst case scenario- residents sue for "disturbing the peace" and everyone will be happy eventually.

I don't know if they can sue the establishments.. same thing happens here at Greenbelt where the bars/resto are just below the residential units. ALso it becomes a fire hazard, when you have restaurants just below your units.

Fez wasn't so loud. and the trippy music they usually play don't have the annoying deep basslines anyway- not the type of music that would make someone lose sleep. besides, i doubt if residents can hear anything coming from that place. Gerry's Grill, on the other hand, is basically a tamed down version of a beer garden. i don't remember that place playing really loud music. no memory of off key karaoke singing either. i wouldn't describe the sounds they make as "noise". just that buzz of people having a good time, i guess. but worst case scenario- residents sue for "disturbing the peace" and everyone will be happy eventually.

Chicktown,
thanks for the suggestions. but do you know if the ceiling in my unit would be gypboard? because if it is concrete, i dont think i would be able to install any installlation unless i lower my ceiling.

I don't think the ceilings for all the 'penthouse' levels are of concrete because of the roofing structure and the materials used. From what the photos show, the attic should be accessible. Besides, concrete or not, it would be beneficial to have a well insulated unit. Remember, concrete is a conductor, not an insulator. Regards!

^^ as far as i can remember at one serendra the ceiling is concrete except for the bathrooms it's gypsum board... i'll know for sure in about a month hehe! :)

what about the walls? would it be easy to mount a plasma tv?

I don't think the ceilings for all the 'penthouse' levels are of concrete because of the roofing structure and the materials used. From what the photos show, the attic should be accessible. Besides, concrete or not, it would be beneficial to have a well insulated unit. Remember, concrete is a conductor, not an insulator. Regards!

I guess your advice will apply to all top floors and 'penthouse' level units for all projects? Thanks for that.

along with ID expenses, what do you think it will cost to fully furnish a finished unit? Let's say about 90.2 sqm??? <-----The size of my unit. :lol: :lol: :lol:

Hello Lito!

Very hard to answer your question! Your taste might be different from mine! ha ha ha!

Everything is really dependent on the quality of appliances. An LCD TV will cost more than a mini-TV (ie, the one installed in the FX taxis here in Manila!). Baka naman, you want a home theater installed pa? :)

Lito, check out this website of SM Appliance Store (SM - stands for ShoeMart; pwede din SM = Segunda Mano --- if you're on a budget!):

http://www.smappliance.com/SMAppliance/

i figure that that the roof of serendra would be all concrete and basically they just put the roof rafters on top of the roof. i do hope they install somekind of insulation though orelse i could hear all the rain drops and it would be hot! i wonder if anyone here would know....anyone?

i figure that that the roof of serendra would be all concrete and basically they just put the roof rafters on top of the roof. i do hope they install somekind of insulation though orelse i could hear all the rain drops and it would be hot! i wonder if anyone here would know....anyone?

@Edmundtanso, if the ceilings were of concrete and overlaid with even only 4-1/2" fiberglass insulation or 3/4' thick insulfoam, then it would be okay. It's worth looking into this 'coz electricity, with the recent incresaes, in the Phils. is as costly as the US, if not more. Regards!

@Edmundtanso, if the ceilings were of concrete and overlaid with even only 4-1/2" fiberglass insulation or 3/4' thick insulfoam, then it would be okay. It's worth looking into this 'coz electricity, with the recent incresaes, in the Phils. is as costly as the US, if not more. Regards!
EdmundT and I have the same predicament. My unit is on the 6th floor (topmost) of section A. would there be a crawl space? and how would spaces up there be separated?

what about the walls? would it be easy to mount a plasma tv?

EdmundT and I have the same predicament. My unit is on the 6th floor (topmost) of section A. would there be a crawl space? and how would spaces up there be separated?


6th isn't the topmost of section A... 7th is the topmost for MOST of section A of one serendra. check out these section A floor plans

http://www.serendra.com/downloads/floor%20plan%20-%207th.jpg

http://www.serendra.com/downloads/floor%20plan%20-%208th.jpg


also, as far as I know room partitions WITHIN a unit is gypsum. partition between units though is cement

thanks to dxpsycho for posting this picture of Two Serendra and SoMa.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v739/dxpsycho/377791032_27ec3897d6_b.jpg
SOMA and Serendra U/C | Photo by impulse101 from flickr

some serendra pics 020107:
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g278/glennbp/IMG_0801.jpg
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g278/glennbp/IMG_0802.jpg
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g278/glennbp/IMG_0803.jpg

One Serendra's Sections D & E floor plans are now available online... check them out at http://www.oneserendra.com/main.htm and click "Spacious Living"

Some units at Serendra's balconies were lighted, 021207:
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g278/glennbp/IMG_0886.jpg

One of the gates:
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g278/glennbp/IMG_0892.jpg

Driveway:
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g278/glennbp/IMG_0893.jpg

thanks to all those who posted pictures, i should have visited the place when i was there last December.

the thing i dont get is the "no photographing rule", a shopping centre is a public space even if its privately owned, not to mention you are actually showcasing their business (for free!)
and have not shown anything negative about those shots. i too was asked "politely" too not to take pics when i was at Shangrila Mall, i was just after their high ceiling and its decor, and the same deal with Mall Of Asia.
it makes me think security personnel react differently when they see someone with an SLR camera or someone with a camera phone, not knowing perhaps that anyone can do anything devious whether he or she has a camera or a photographic memory.

anyway, keep shooting (pictures) folks. :)

Hi everyone! So sorry I haven't been visiting, been swamped with work ;) Anyway, I'm so not sure if I should be posting these pics of Bonifacio High Street, or they might've been posted to other BGC threads, but maybe just to add excitement at the lifestyle of Serendra I hope the mods will allow me :) These are pictures taken from my cam phone when we had a quick working merienda at krispy kreme just before the meetings -

http://img171.imageshack.us/img171/3478/01172007189oq3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img295.imageshack.us/img295/6816/01172007190ej0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img178.imageshack.us/img178/5093/01172007191ej6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img523.imageshack.us/img523/283/01172007192dw6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img296.imageshack.us/img296/8273/01172007193kx3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)


This is the part facing 11th Ave of Serendra walking towards Forbestown.


The next social hub, indeed. ;) Uy regards to everyone. :)

The next social hub, indeed. ;) Uy regards to everyone. :)

you can say that again. always lots of cars parked in the area as well as at the basement of shops at serendra... practically any day of the week

gridlock.
nice pics, thanks

One Serendra Section A 11th Avenue drop off, 02.18.2007

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Niretoke ko yung pic mo, parang lumabo kasi mata ko eh...
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Yang isa rin, aayusin ko ha...

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Yung ibang pic mo saka na. May gusto ka pa bang ipa-retoke? :D Ang akala mong wala nang igaganda, may igaganda pa! wala nang imposible, ang uso na ngayon eh "Salamat po doktor" o kaya "Salamat Aaron" hehehe :colgate:

Niretoke ko yung pic mo, parang lumabo kasi mata ko eh...
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Yang isa rin, aayusin ko ha...

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Yung ibang pic mo saka na. May gusto ka pa bang ipa-retoke? :D Ang akala mong wala nang igaganda, may igaganda pa! wala nang imposible, ang uso na ngayon eh "Salamat po doktor" o kaya "Salamat Aaron" hehehe :colgate:

nice!! yung first "retoke" parang rendered na drawing lang... :D

Let's get down to the nitty gritty. For those who are going to rent their serendra units, how much do you think the rental will be per square metre? As an indication I think rental yield on apartments in Makati are anything between 7-10% for long term.

Let's get down to the nitty gritty. For those who are going to rent their serendra units, how much do you think the rental will be per square metre? As an indication I think rental yield on apartments in Makati are anything between 7-10% for long term.

This probably will help.:)


http://www.colliers.com/Content/Repositories/Base/Markets/Philippines/English/Market_Report/PDFs/knwldgJan07.pdf

tried PoluKai resto at Shops @ Serendra last night.. ok naman sya... bit on the high side yung prices.. average lang yung steaks.. dapat sa where good friends dine. kaya lang it was full last night..

ohh we walked pala from Boni Ridge to Serendra.. was a nice walk.. kaya lang nakakapagod din.. hehehe

This probably will help.:)


http://www.colliers.com/Content/Repositories/Base/Markets/Philippines/English/Market_Report/PDFs/knwldgJan07.pdf

Interesting. So Rockwell is still trading at a premium. I think eventually Fort condos rental rates will surpass Rockwell. May take 2-3 years imo. I have a 3 bed special at serendra and am thinking of offering it for rental at around 650/sqm. Its called price discovery.

Interesting. So Rockwell is still trading at a premium. I think eventually Fort condos rental rates will surpass Rockwell. May take 2-3 years imo. I have a 3 bed special at serendra and am thinking of offering it for rental at around 650/sqm. Its called price discovery.

A semi-furnished 3-BR at One McKinley Place (186 sqm) is already being rented out at Php 120k /month (Php 645/sqm). It may even go higher depending on the furnishings and unit improvements.

The target market of your 3-BR unit will be the foreign expats (mostly top executives of multinational companies who have generous housing allowances). It might be helpful if you will semi-furnish the unit (ie, provide the aircon units, water heaters, some cabinets, etc.). This will enhance the marketability of your condo unit.

A semi-furnished 3-BR at One McKinley Place (186 sqm) is already being rented out at Php 120k /month (Php 645/sqm). It may even go higher depending on the furnishings and unit improvements.

The target market of your 3-BR unit will be the foreign expats (mostly top executives of multinational companies who have generous housing allowances). It might be helpful if you will semi-furnish the unit (ie, provide the aircon units, water heaters, some cabinets, etc.). This will enhance the marketability of your condo unit.

It will be semi-furnished. My unit is 220 sqm, penthouse. I believe serendra is nicer than one mckinley. Also, schools are incredibly accessible. So from what your saying I think I should be looking for around 150-170k?

It will be semi-furnished. My unit is 220 sqm, penthouse. I believe serendra is nicer than one mckinley. Also, schools are incredibly accessible. So from what your saying I think I should be looking for around 150-170k?


With that floor area, you'll also be "competing" also with other condo units like Pacific Plaza Towers, 298sqm ; a semi-furnished unit at Pacific Plaza Towers is already being rented out at Php 165k-170k/month (Php 554-570/sqm/month) ; a furnished unit is already going at Php 180k/month (Php 604/sqm/month) and above.

For your unit, I'm looking at Php 140-150k/month. You also have to play it by "ear" --- compare rates in the market, try to "feel" how much your prospective tenant is willing to pay, etc. It's really a combination of several factors; we can not rely on one method only.

Hi Realtor Manila, I know its too early to tell but what would be your best guestimate on the rental rates on houses that will be eventually built at McKinley Hill Village which are four stories including basement at 500-550 square meters.

Hi Realtor Manila, I know its too early to tell but what would be your best guestimate on the rental rates on houses that will be eventually built at McKinley Hill Village which are four stories including basement at 500-550 square meters.

Hello! Sorry, I don't have a good gut feel of rental rates of houses in the area.

The nice and big houses in Forbes Park and Dasmarinas Village are rented out at Php 130-150k/month. But houses in McKinley Hills, at this point, I have difficulty projecting the rates there ---since it's a very new area.

I also posted this on the Net thread... you guys might want to download the Colliers International Philippine Property Market Overview dated January 2007. It is a very good research document on the Philippine real estate market. You will see residential and office vacancy rates, lease rates, etc. Very comprehensive.

Check this link http://www.colliers.com/Content/Repo...nwldgJan07.pdf (http://www.colliers.com/Content/Repositories/Base/Markets/Philippines/English/Market_Report/PDFs/knwldgJan07.pdf)

Hope this helps in answering your questions. :)

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With that floor area, you'll also be "competing" also with other condo units like Pacific Plaza Towers, 298sqm ; a semi-furnished unit at Pacific Plaza Towers is already being rented out at Php 165k-170k/month (Php 554-570/sqm/month) ; a furnished unit is already going at Php 180k/month (Php 604/sqm/month) and above.

For your unit, I'm looking at Php 140-150k/month. You also have to play it by "ear" --- compare rates in the market, try to "feel" how much your prospective tenant is willing to pay, etc. It's really a combination of several factors; we can not rely on one method only.

Thanks for your input. With another few months untill the unit is ready, I'm hoping to see some further appreciation in rentals. I may even offer it at around 160k/semi-furnished - which would give me around 8% return.

What would you expect a one bed of around 80 sqm to rent for?

kiben,
great pictures, serendra, bonofacio high street and BGC overall is looking awesome, thanks for sharing.

Thanks for your input. With another few months untill the unit is ready, I'm hoping to see some further appreciation in rentals. I may even offer it at around 160k/semi-furnished - which would give me around 8% return.

What would you expect a one bed of around 80 sqm to rent for?

Furnished 1-BR, 80 sqm unit, that will be about Php 60-70k/month. That's the going rate at One McKinley Place (1-BR, 76 sqm). This is also the same rental rate that is being quoted for a 1-BR furnished unit at The Shang Grand Tower in Makati.

It's very important on the part of the landlords also to be flexible, because again, you're competing with other units in the area. So, supply and demand plays an important role in setting rental rates.

I've seen landlords who have drastically reduced rental rates just to have to their unit leased ASAP ---which is beyond everybody's control.... it really happens.

Also, it does NOT mean that if you can command the above-mentioned rates for a 1-BR in Serendra or One McKinley, you can also command the same in Forbeswood Heights - that's a different category already.

^^ Hi Cynch in your opinion is it easier to rent out a 1 bedroom (80SQM), 2 bedroom (130/140SQM), or 3 bedroom (over 200SQM) unit in FBGC at the rental levels you have mentioned? Just wondering if it's better to invest in a big cut unit or several smaller cut units instead given the same price/budget. Curious lang naman which is a better strategy. Thanks! :)

Hello Boe!

1) Renting out condo units

It really depends which target market you have in mind.

If you're targetting expats (foreign managers of multinational companies assigned in the Phils who have generous housing allowances, consultants of ADB and World Bank) ---I'm recommending the 2-BR and 3-BR units.

If you're targetting a foreign business executive who has to do some business here in Manila (for short term , say 6 mos or a year)--1-BR will be fine for short term rentals.

It also boils down to timing. Swerte, swerte din....

2) Developments with view of Manila Golf

If a condo is nicely furnished, plus you have a view of Manila Golf Course --- of course, you can command a nice rate for that.

TIP: Presentation of a condo unit plays a very important role here. If it's tastefully furnished, you can easily rent it out.

For unit owners, if your intention is to rent out your unit (semi-furnished or fully furnished), I highly recommend that you get an Interior Designer (ID) . Honestly, the look of your unit will be more modern and more polished. It's really worth it. You just have to get an ID whose fee is reasonable. :-)

I've seen condos with a nice golf view (say Boni Ridge) but the furniture are not nice , gosh, it takes so long before they are rented out.

^^ Thanks for the tip Cynch. I have the furniture taken cared off (I'm shipping mine back there) though I was contemplating whether to do interior reno/upgrade work on my unit or not (just save the money) but after reading your post looks like I will be spending some money after all. And better na din I do it earlier than later atleast this way I'll get to enjoy the upgrades first should I decide to rent out my unit later down the line. Guess gotta start saving now! :)

Thanks for the aerial pics G.!
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^^ thanks for reposting them here, Boe!

i see the cranes are in sections D & E now :okay:

Thanks for the aerial pics G.!
Fort Boni aerial shots:

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Konting linis sa bintana ng airplane... :D
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ang ganda talaga ng global city....parang enclave.....look all around it puro squatters

ang ganda talaga ng global city....parang enclave.....look all around it puro squatters

i think they're small middle class houses

any updated photos? lauren, did you get your keys yet?

not yet hehe! i'm actually taking advantage of the last of my "carefree" days as i expect to be really busy once the unit is turned over. took these pictures only 2 weeks ago i dunno if you've seen them. two serendra was still all covered then so i didn't take a picture of it anymore

One Serendra Section A 11th Avenue drop off, 02.18.2007

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ang ganda talaga ng global city....parang enclave.....look all around it puro squatters

They are the small houses in Guadalupe Nuevo...hindi naman squatters...muka lang pero hindi...hoy may bahay ako dun ha...no insults please...hahahahaha...

Kelan ba turnover ng serendra?

just returned home from the rp today. progress being made at serendra is amazing. my turnover isn't until 2009. wish i would have purchased earlier so i could enjoy my unit during my stay when i go back in july.

Some Serendra Pics courtesy of Jun (Thank You!)...:) :) :)
These pictures were taken 2/25. Bonifacio High Street Shops.
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I'm not sure which section or building of Serendra this is. Let's say the left building as you cross the street from the Bonifacio High Street shops.
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the right Building
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the middle area where the two buildings merge and where the shops and restaurants are. if you walk further up these shops and across the street is Market Market.
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Abe restaurant, one of my favorites
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hi there, lauren and cynch...

thanks for all the infos! another favor, would like to see assigned parking
underground. how tight it is??

not yet hehe! i'm actually taking advantage of the last of my "carefree" days as i expect to be really busy once the unit is turned over. took these pictures only 2 weeks ago i dunno if you've seen them. two serendra was still all covered then so i didn't take a picture of it anymore

hi Lauren! yes once you get the keys, lots of your time would be spent on your unit, especially if you are doing some work inside....

hi there, lauren and cynch...

thanks for all the infos! another favor, would like to see assigned parking
underground. how tight it is??

Hello!

The standard dimension of parking slot is 2.5 meters x 5 meters = 12.5 sqm.

Regards.

Cynch

Kelan ba turnover ng serendra?

It depends on which section you are located.

One Serendra:

For Section A -- 1st quarter -2nd quarter of 2007
Section B and C -4th quarter of 2007
Section D - 2nd quarter of 2009
Section E - Dec 2009

To: realtor_manila:

:ohno: My unit is in One Serendra Section B. The turnover for that section is suppose to be the last quarter of this year. What's happening?

To: realtor_manila:

:ohno: My unit is in One Serendra Section B. The turnover for that section is suppose to be the last quarter of this year. What's happening?

Hello Graciela!

I reviewed my notes again --- I made the corrections already... sorry for that...

So for your One Serendra - Section B -- you're right --- 4th quarter of 2007.

Graciela, I'd like to invite you at the BGCityzens thread : http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=439304&page=22

I was in Serendra last night. Place was absolutely buzzing. Seems to be the preferred choice to Greenbelt. No semi-pro's in Serendra.

Only thing its' lacking is a Pub.

I was in Serendra last night. Place was absolutely buzzing. Seems to be the preferred choice to Greenbelt. No semi-pro's in Serendra.

Only thing its' lacking is a Pub.

that's nice to hear, camt wait to actually be there this year:)

I was in Serendra last night. Place was absolutely buzzing. Seems to be the preferred choice to Greenbelt. No semi-pro's in Serendra.

Only thing its' lacking is a Pub.
What's a semi-pro?

It depends on which section you are located.

One Serendra:

For Section A -- 1st quarter -2nd quarter of 2007
Section B and C -4th quarter of 2007
Section D - 2nd quarter of 2009
Section E - Dec 2009

I bought a unit in Section C (Two Serendra). The promised date of completion then was 4th Quarter of 2008. So, is it true that it is now 4th Qtr of 2007? That's good news, if that is the case.

I bought a unit in Section C (Two Serendra). The promised date of completion then was 4th Quarter of 2008. So, is it true that it is now 4th Qtr of 2007? That's good news, if that is the case.


the turnover dates posted by realtor_manila are for One Serendra... i believe Two Serendra turnover dates are at least one quarter later than One Serendra's (of the same section)

Hello Edmund and other friends/BGCityzens who bought at Two Serendra!

Here are the turnover dates:

Section A - June 2007
Section B - March 2008
Section C - June 2008
Section D - May 2010
Section E - Oct 2010

Looking forward to see you at BGC! :)

What's a semi-pro?

freelancers.

It depends on which section you are located.

One Serendra:

For Section A -- 1st quarter -2nd quarter of 2007
Section B and C -4th quarter of 2007
Section D - 2nd quarter of 2009
Section E - Dec 2009

:banana: Thank you for checking that for me. It got me worried, cuz we planned to be in Manila by Novemver, ready for the turnover. I hope we can be in our unit by Christmas?!:soon:

^^ same here, i've a 1st quarter 2007 turnover and the big question for me is whether or not i get to spend Easter in mine :)

^^ same here, i've a 1st quarter 2007 turnover and the big question for me is whether or not i get to spend Easter in mine :)

Have they given you any idea on when you're going to get your unit yet? First quater of this year is nearly over!

This is the first time I bought a condo, I don't know the procedure during the turnover. Does anybody know???

usually there's a 3 to 6 months grace period.. so it's not exactly on time..


Have they given you any idea on when you're going to get your unit yet? First quater of this year is nearly over!

This is the first time I bought a condo, I don't know the procedure during the turnover. Does anybody know???

Have they given you any idea on when you're going to get your unit yet? First quater of this year is nearly over!

This is the first time I bought a condo, I don't know the procedure during the turnover. Does anybody know???
i posted earlier on this thread that i was told turnover of one serendra section a begins during the week of mar 5 -9. i've been away on vacation and just goty back tonight. i'm planning to call ayala tomorrow.

Great to hear that One Serendra Sec. C is still on schedule - Q4 2007. Am busy planning on the changes inside.

This is the first time I bought a condo, I don't know the procedure during the turnover. Does anybody know???

Hello Graciela!

To summarize : You'll receive a notice of turnover from your Developer.

Afterwards, you'll schedule a unit "walk-through/punchlisting." Repairs, if any, will be done after the "walk-through".

Another "walk-through" will be done to check if the repairs were made.

Last step is "Acceptance of the unit" by the client.

Tip: If your unit turnover is past due, call the Developer or your broker/agent.

usually there's a 3 to 6 months grace period.. so it's not exactly on time..

In general, Ayala delivers on time; to be on the safe side , allocate an allowance of 3 mos.

Same comment above with Robinson's projects.

For Megaworld projects, they will disclose a particular turnover date + allowance of 1 year.

P.S. Turnover dates are very crucial. I tell you, it's a combination of happiness, excitement and stress! My best tip for clients: Get another person to accompany you (not necessarily a technical person but who is familiar with defects!) during unit turnover.

Believe it or not, when my unit in another condo was turned over to me, I was not physically present! I outsourced that task to another person who is very objective and I made a good decision of doing so.

In general, Ayala delivers on time; to be on the safe side , allocate an allowance of 3 mos.

Same comment above with Robinson's projects.

For Megaworld projects, they will disclose a particular turnover date + allowance of 1 year.

P.S. Turnover dates are very crucial. I tell you, it's a combination of happiness, excitement and stress! My best tip for clients: Get another person to accompany you (not necessarily a technical person but who is familiar with defects!) during unit turnover.

Believe it or not, when my unit in another condo was turned over to me, I was not physically present! I outsourced that task to another person who is very objective and I made a good decision of doing so.


Hi--Do you mean that we have to prepare ourselves for a 3 month-delay at least?...Wow...Is that normal? -- Defects? Like...?? mostly..:ohno: Thanks.


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Hi--Do you mean that we have to prepare ourselves for a 3 month-delay at least?...Wow...Is that normal? -- Defects? Like...?? mostly..:ohno: Thanks.


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Everytime you go through a turn over, you have to do a walkthrough. Just as if you buy a house here in the states. You have to go through a walkthrough to find minor/some major defects that the builder may have missed.

Everytime you go through a turn over, you have to do a walkthrough. Just as if you buy a house here in the states. You have to go through a walkthrough to find minor/some major defects that the builder may have missed.

I've done 2 of them already--2 pre-walkthroughs (no walls--skeleton) and 2 final walktroughs. Based on these experiences, most of the construction defects I'd seen were minor--e.g. touch-up paint here and there; commode seat had chips; cabinet door handles needed to be tightened, etc. The "fix" were mostly complete in half-a-day... I'm not familiar about the "normal" construction defects in the Phil. found during the final inspection, so can someone please enlighten me on this topic? Thanks.

^^ Sorry, I didn't mean to imply that you haven't gone through a US walkthrough. I was just saying that it might be the same thing. My opinion only. I haven't been to a Philippine walkthought either.

some of these 'defects' could be major ones.. like concrete wall / ceiling needs major fixing (bukol bukol).. bathroom tiles needs to be removed and re done (if water stays in one area and doesn't go to drain).. windows needs replacement, door needs repair, touch up painting (at boni ridge pinapunturahan namin ulit).. kitchen cabinets not align.. cracks on tiles, toilets, etc... faucet replacement.. wooden floors not align.. bedroom cabinets not aligned.. and a lot more..

so basically you have to take a camera with you.. some masking tape and a red pentelpen.. put masking tape on the areas you want repaired then take a picture.. then make sure it has been fixed when you come back.. usually repairs / fix takes 2 weeks to 1 month (or more!).. depending on how persistent you are.. it is advisable that you have someone there every other day.. just to check that they are doing the repair properly..

yung iba kasi.. nag papa interior (fitout) so hindi na nila masyadong binubusisi yung turnover.. they just take their designer and the designer na lang magsasabi kung kailangan ayusin.. pag nag pa interior kasi.. sagot na nang nag interior yung finishing.. so hindi na masyadong binubusisi pag turnover.. ngayon kung di ka papa interior.. at finished naman yung turnover nang unit.. dapat busisiin mo talaga..

I've done 2 of them already--2 pre-walkthroughs (no walls--skeleton) and 2 final walktroughs. Based on these experiences, most of the construction defects I'd seen were minor--e.g. touch-up paint here and there; commode seat had chips; cabinet door handles needed to be tightened, etc. The "fix" were mostly complete in half-a-day... I'm not familiar about the "normal" construction defects in the Phil. found during the final inspection, so can someone please enlighten me on this topic? Thanks.

Hello Graciela!

To summarize : You'll receive a notice of turnover from your Developer.

Afterwards, you'll schedule a unit "walk-through/punchlisting." Repairs, if any, will be done after the "walk-through".

Another "walk-through" will be done to check if the repairs were made.

Last step is "Acceptance of the unit" by the client.

Tip: If your unit turnover is past due, call the Developer or your broker/agent.

Thank you so much for your advice!!

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Seemed like you had a bad one Dvorak...Thank you for your disheartening yet insightful response. I will surely take your advice, come my walkthrough. Hey btw, don’t the developers have quality control or some kind of oversight at all? :ohno:

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Hello Edmund and other friends/BGCityzens who bought at Two Serendra!

Here are the turnover dates:

Section A - June 2007
Section B - March 2008
Section C - June 2008
Section D - May 2010
Section E - Oct 2010

Looking forward to see you at BGC! :)

realtor manila,
thanks for the information, funny because my agent can not give me the turnover dates....for section A, do you know when will they send the notice of the turn over date?

Lauren has received hers.

realtor manila,
thanks for the information, funny because my agent can not give me the turnover dates....for section A, do you know when will they send the notice of the turn over date?

realtor manila,
thanks for the information, funny because my agent can not give me the turnover dates....for section A, do you know when will they send the notice of the turn over date?

Hello Edmund!

I don't have exact dates regarding when they will send the notices. It is best to get in touch with your agent/Developer; make them aware that you're already anticipating the unit turnover. In the vernacular. "magparinig ka na / magparamdam ka na"! :)

Good luck!

Cynch

Lauren has received hers.

thanks....hopefully i would hear something soon because i need to book my flight back.

Serendra related article posted by Sinjin in the Fort Boni thread (TY SInjin! :)) :

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THIS courtyard at Serendra will be part of Bonifacio High Street, which the FBDC will launch this month as a novel retail and office center composed of a kilometer-long boulevard of greenery lined on both sides by winner stores. It has a gross leasable area of 20,000 sqm and is expected to boost prime lot sales in the Bonifacio Global City. --Rhoy Cobilla

Global City sees 39% revenue rise
STRATEGIC LEASES BY OFFICES, RETAIL LOCATORS TO COMPLEMENT LAND SALES
By Honey Madrilejos-Reyes
Reporter


FORT Bonifacio Development Corp. (FBDC), developer of the cosmopolitan Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Taguig, expects gross revenues to increase by 39 percent this year to P2.5 billion versus P1.8 billion it posted in 2006.

In a press briefing Monday, FBDC head for commercial operations Aniceto V. Bisnar said the projected growth in revenues will still be boosted by land sales and leases from office and retail locators.

“The properties that will be sold this year will depend on the demand. We always do selective selling. But since we came in April 2003, we have sold 80 lots already or about 122,000 square meters,” he told reporters.

FBDC’s approach is not to entirely sell the lots within BGC but also reserve strategic properties for lease. Among its tenants include HSBC and St. Luke’s Hospital, construction of which is up for completion in 2009.

Four local and foreign hotel operators have also signified interest to put up hotels within BGC, according to Bisnar.

“They are still studying the areas. These can be done either through sale or lease of the lots,” he explained.

At present, lots located at the center of BGC are priced at P145,000 to P185,000 per square meter.

FBDC is spending P1.8 billion this year to continuously develop BGC.
Bisnar said the cost will be funded by land sales and recurring revenues from retail and office rentals.

FBDC, a partnership between Bonifacio Land Corp. (BLC) and the Bases Conversion Development Authority (BCDA), is allocating P8 billion for planned development works in BGC. BLC’s major shareholders are Ayala Land Inc., and Evergreen Holdings Inc. of the Campos family.

The 240-hectare BGC is divided into four segments: the City Center, E-Square, Bonifacio South and Bonifacio Triangle.

City Center serves as a strong anchor within BGC with retail, office, civic and social activities. This month, FBDC is launching the Bonifacio High Street, a novel retail and office center, with a gross leasable area of 20,000 sqm.

Bisnar said the Bonifacio High Street is expected to further prime lot sales in BGC and accelerate the emergence of critical mass.

“With more new shops opening in the retail area, we expect an increase in vehicular and pedestrian traffic. This increased awareness and interest will translate to a greater predisposition to buying property here, whether individual condominium units or commercial lots for development,” he said.

Meanwhile, both E-Square and Bonifacio South are dedicated for residential and mixed-used developments while Bonifacio Triangle will be for mixed-use purposes.

uuy uwi na rin si Edmund!!

Boe! uwi na rin!!! :banana:

thanks....hopefully i would hear something soon because i need to book my flight back.

uuy uwi na rin si Edmund!!

Boe! uwi na rin!!! :banana:

Hi all!

GOOD FOR YOU GUYS! Quite excited for you.

My Two Serendra delivery is ahead 6 mos. judging from Cynch's published sched here. I can't believe it!

^^ Thanks Erwin and Susan. Soon. very soon. I hope! Very excited na nga eh! :)

ganda talaga ng serendra

Hello Edmund!

I don't have exact dates regarding when they will send the notices. It is best to get in touch with your agent/Developer; make them aware that you're already anticipating the unit turnover. In the vernacular. "magparinig ka na / magparamdam ka na"! :)

Good luck!

Cynch

Cynch
yes i've been bugging him a lot lately but he told me that for now he can not commit on a month. he told me could be in July.

Very nice Ash! :) :) :)
I'll post narin some shots I took at FBGC

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/126/421933978_684e55b10e_o.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b332/ashley_30303/SSC%20meet/Gregory%20Torres/DSC_2909.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b332/ashley_30303/SSC%20meet/Gregory%20Torres/DSC_2922.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b332/ashley_30303/SSC%20meet/Gregory%20Torres/DSC_3004.jpg

uuy pictures! ganda.. lalo na yung 3rd pic!

ash thanks for the pictures......seem like the middle promenade at the bonofacio high street is to plain and boring....wish they do more on the lansdscape deisgn

:dance: I think that the landscaping is just enough. Anything more would be clutter.

:dance: I think that the landscaping is just enough. Anything more would be clutter.

I agree, yataki. Imo, simplicity is beauty! It's elegant looking the way it is now, so keeep it that way and well-maintained. Good day!

:dance: I think that the landscaping is just enough. Anything more would be clutter.

:ohno: :)

Although its clean and "uncluttered" the way it is now, I'd rather have more trees, big shady ones

Or did they intentionally do that so that no one will hang out on the lawns and ruin the grass??? Those palm tress don't serve much purpose but nice to look at. Whats the use of having those wide lawns then?

Pretty pictures! Thanks, Ashley.:)

Although its clean and "uncluttered" the way it is now, I'd rather have more trees, big shady ones

Or did they intentionally do that so that no one will hang out on the lawns and ruin the grass??? Those palm tress don't serve much purpose but nice to look at. Whats the use of having those wide lawns then?

Please do not misconstrue my statement and be offended. Yeah! It's like looking at pretty girls with just the right amount of makeup. With regards to the wide green-grassed lawn, think of global warming and the effect of heat to the surroundings. Imagine if this area were all concrete and how hot it could get? It's looks like there would be more shrubs planted here. Good day!

Nope, not offended. :)

I'd rather have the Greenbelt feel applied. One reason why Filipinos flock to malls because it's cool inside. Baka kasi ang mangyari:
Shopper A: "Tara, let's go to Bonifacio High Street"
Shopper B: "Naku, mainit dun, papawisan ang fez ko!"

*also, from what I heard/read from some of our forumers who had been there, it gets really hot.

I think from the other renders I saw, there's a lot of green (and not just grass). So are there any plans to change this?

Baka bumagay si Paris Hilton, That's Hot!

Peace

I think some more shrubbery will make it a little fuller rather than sparse. Parang kulang or is it just that the trees/plants are still young? Maybe I just expected more shading trees because they did advertise Boni High Street as an open mall with a park in the middle and to me I thought it was a botanical type park to keep the heat down for the patrons of the mall, afterall we're talking of the Philippines - it gets hot/mainit when the sun is out. But not over done like a jungle though because it's still nice to be able to see the stores and what's on the other side of the mall when standing on the opposite end. I'm not complaining though, just an opinion. Looking forward to hanging out at High Street.

it gets very very hot. they need to plant the walkways with big shady trees.

beautiful photos, ash:okay: High Street looks great at night.

I think some more shrubbery will make it a little fuller rather than sparse. Parang kulang or is it just that the trees/plants are still young? Maybe I just expected more shading trees because they did advertise Boni High Street as an open mall with a park in the middle and to me I thought it was a botanical type park to keep the heat down for the patrons of the mall, afterall we're talking of the Philippines - it gets hot/mainit when the sun is out. But not over done like a jungle though because it's still nice to be able to see the stores and what's on the other side of the mall when standing on the opposite end. I'm not complaining though, just an opinion. Looking forward to hanging out at High Street.

@3cr, hanging out at HS is not a bad idea. Pwede siguro mag brown bag doon. Biru lang, ha! Baka pag nagpangita lahat tayo doon ay lalong iinit. Regards!

^^ Hehehe...you said it Chictown. For sure for sure the temperature will rise when the FortBoniCitizens start painting the town red! Looking forward to bumping into you and the rest of the guys/gals in the neighborhood! :)

actually I'm hoping that BHS would have more colors aside from green.. I hope they have more plants and flowers to add a vibrant color to the place...

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...

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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...

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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:) )

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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

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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

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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...

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! :)

Hi Mitch,:banana:

Is there a posibility to go in & see the unit to do some measurements of the windows for curtain?:soon:

Hi Mitch,:banana:

Is there a posibility to go in & see the unit to do some measurements of the windows for curtain?:soon:


Hi Graciela! Sorry for the late reply, but of course you can. You may get in touch with your Ayala agent/broker for him/her to coordinate directly with admin of either One or Two Serendra. If you already lost contact with your agent or if he/she is no longer connected with us, shoot me an email at riveramitch@ayalaland-intl.com so I may forward your request. Ciao! :wave:

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Seemed like you had a bad one Dvorak...Thank you for your disheartening yet insightful response. I will surely take your advice, come my walkthrough. Hey btw, don’t the developers have quality control or some kind of oversight at all? :ohno:

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Hi ProjM! :wave: How are you? If I may add and judging from experience with condo unit turnover/delivery of The Columns Ayala Ave., AyalaLand does not turn over the unit with major repairs/tears on the unit. You are usually informed (Customer Service and APMC usually calls you or sends you a letter) about the necessary work to be done if there are major repairs that need to be done. If you may want to see what those are, these are part of the punchlisting/walkthrough's. But for minor scratches, they are already labeled (with masking tapes usually) if some repainting needs to be done, or if there's a minor tear or scratch, or if the pain chipped off, something like that. We impose strict quality standards that's why we don't usually turn over units major defects. Kasi what happens before turnover is that, we hire third party consultants/inspectors pa to check and make sure that all the units are in perfect working condition (plumbing as in no leaks, water supply ok, electricity wiring ok, workmanship ok, finishes in high quality, etc.) so in that stage, APMC already marks off and labels what needs to be re-done, and show that to the buyers come punchlisting.

With AYala turnovers/deliveries pa you also get a Homeowner's Manual (containing directories, important info on interior designers, appliance shops, furniture shops, general info on your unit and how to's, concierge services and what they offer, etc.) plus discount coupons pa as bonuses on shopping for furniture and appliances. For the discount coupons I'm hoping they provide kasi that's what they did with The Columns Ayala Ave.

By the way, for all our One Serendra unit owners, we just got news that you can now have the option of getting your unit furnished. Shempre with extra charge. Will just get back to you on the details and if One Serendra Section A owners can still avail of it.

Till we meet again! :wave:

Serendra Piazza has become an alternative to Greenbelt for an evening of drinks/dinner! Very promising.

Hi Graciela! Sorry for the late reply, but of course you can. You may get in touch with your Ayala agent/broker for him/her to coordinate directly with admin of either One or Two Serendra. If you already lost contact with your agent or if he/she is no longer connected with us, shoot me an email at riveramitch@ayalaland-intl.com so I may forward your request. Ciao! :wave:

Thank you so much Mitch. I will try & get hold of my agent. If I can't, then I'll let you know.:)

Hi, new in this thread

I have a question, me and my sister are going to check out serendra later, unfortunately, she knows how to drive but doesn't know the route from serendra to EDSA or to Serendra and out of it, neither do I... Can anyone help us out? thanks! ^^

from Edsa.. North bound.. you turn right at Mckinley.. (tapat nang SM Makati).. then diretso na yun.. pag pasok nang BGC.. you'll see Serendra na..

Kung Southbound.. you turn left naman don sa Ayala intersection going to Mckinley..

Hi, new in this thread

I have a question, me and my sister are going to check out serendra later, unfortunately, she knows how to drive but doesn't know the route from serendra to EDSA or to Serendra and out of it, neither do I... Can anyone help us out? thanks! ^^

I was told that I could not enter a finished unit. I wanted to take a look at what will exactly be turned over. Will the tiles in the bathroom go up to the ceiling in the shower and tub areas? What are the window sizes?

the model units has the actual size of your unit.. so kung ano yung size don sa model unit (less the interior) yun ang kalalabasan nang unit mo..

with regards don sa finished.. usually may binibigay silang document explaining kung anong turn over finish nang units..

I was told that I could not enter a finished unit. I wanted to take a look at what will exactly be turned over. Will the tiles in the bathroom go up to the ceiling in the shower and tub areas? What are the window sizes?

The layout of my unit is not the same as any of the models. I know how the finishes look like because it is on the wall for buyers to see. I wanted to know how the finish will be applied such as the bathroom tiles on the wall, if it will be installed all the way to the ceiling or not. The model units show what the designer put together.

One reason I was given on why I could not go in and view a unit ready for turnover is that there are already people moving in and Serendra did not want them to be disturbed.

your agent should know kung anong finish nung units.. kung hanggang saan ang tiles..

One reason I was given on why I could not go in and view a unit ready for turnover is that there are already people moving in and Serendra did not want them to be disturbed.

What's this I just saw in the Pinoy news show "Wazzup Wazzup" about the celebration for the opening of Boni High Street. They even interviewed Mr. Tony Ayala while the celebration was going on. Was this recent or an old clip/footage? The mall is looking really good. :) :) :)

^^ i thought they did the official opening for Boni High Street last Nov. 30 :dunno: BTW, who's tony ayala?




@mitch, thanks for your updates :okay: :)

What's this I just saw in the Pinoy news show "Wazzup Wazzup" about the celebration for the opening of Boni High Street. They even interviewed Mr. Tony Ayala while the celebration was going on. Was this recent or an old clip/footage? The mall is looking really good. :) :) :)


They had the formal opening of the Boni High Street last March 21.

any update photos of serendra? would like to see photos of serendra 2, section a.

thanks in advance

Hi ProjM! :wave: How are you? If I may add and judging from experience with condo unit turnover/delivery of The Columns Ayala Ave., AyalaLand does not turn over the unit with major repairs/tears on the unit. You are usually informed (Customer Service and APMC usually calls you or sends you a letter) about the necessary work to be done if there are major repairs that need to be done. If you may want to see what those are, these are part of the punchlisting/walkthrough's. But for minor scratches, they are already labeled (with masking tapes usually) if some repainting needs to be done, or if there's a minor tear or scratch, or if the pain chipped off, something like that. We impose strict quality standards that's why we don't usually turn over units major defects. Kasi what happens before turnover is that, we hire third party consultants/inspectors pa to check and make sure that all the units are in perfect working condition (plumbing as in no leaks, water supply ok, electricity wiring ok, workmanship ok, finishes in high quality, etc.) so in that stage, APMC already marks off and labels what needs to be re-done, and show that to the buyers come punchlisting.

With AYala turnovers/deliveries pa you also get a Homeowner's Manual (containing directories, important info on interior designers, appliance shops, furniture shops, general info on your unit and how to's, concierge services and what they offer, etc.) plus discount coupons pa as bonuses on shopping for furniture and appliances. For the discount coupons I'm hoping they provide kasi that's what they did with The Columns Ayala Ave.

By the way, for all our One Serendra unit owners, we just got news that you can now have the option of getting your unit furnished. Shempre with extra charge. Will just get back to you on the details and if One Serendra Section A owners can still avail of it.

Till we meet again! :wave:

iDesign is the service for having a unit furnished to our liking. It is only available for Community Innovations projects - The Columns and Two Serendra. It is NOT available for One Serendra.

They had the formal opening of the Boni High Street last March 21.

And they did not invite those who bought into Serendra? I did not hear about it either.

iDesign is the service for having a unit furnished to our liking. It is only available for Community Innovations projects - The Columns and Two Serendra. It is NOT available for One Serendra.

Hi Marie!
Did you get this service? What's the average cost - rate per sqm or depends on what you opt for, I suppose? Best regards and thanks. :)

Hi Marie!
Did you get this service? What's the average cost - rate per sqm or depends on what you opt for, I suppose? Best regards and thanks. :)

I cannot get the service because I am in One Serendra. Only Two Serendra can get it.

^^ i thought they did the official opening for Boni High Street last Nov. 30 :dunno: BTW, who's tony ayala
I though they said Tony Ayala. I was kinda multi-tasking so baka naman I heard wrong. Could be Jaime (not Tony). :)

They had the formal opening of the Boni High Street last March 21. Thanks for the confirmation Cynch! :)

Retailers choose to launch fresh concepts here: Bonifacio Global City
http://www.atayala.com/news.php?nid=9

The well-heeled urbanite willing to pay the price for premium retail items and one-of-a-kind shopping and dining experience has found a new retail and dining hub at the city center at Bonifacio Global City.

With over 100 outlets -- many of which are already open -- Bonifacio High Street is already a haven for shoppers and foodies who delight in good finds.

Bonifacio High Street's vibrance does not come merely from its mix of stores but also from a string of other experiences. To wit: a park that is almost a kilometer long and as wide as Ayala Avenue bordered by shops on either side; engaging art work amid the greenery; as well as the unique synergy offered by offices on top of the shops.

On Friday and Saturday nights, only those with reservations can get into many of the restaurants on Bonifacio High Street. The restaurants, which opened last year, are found at the ground floor of the Serendra multi-storey residential complex.

The Serendra retail area adjoins the 40-meter wide boulevard of brand-name anchor stores and corporate spaces amid the softscape of greens, sculpture and endless sky.

But even if the boulevard of commercial and office spaces has yet to be formally launched, long lines of shoppers patiently waiting their turn to make their purchases in some of the outlets that had already opened were not unusual last Christmas season.

Topnotcher was Krispy Kreme which has sold over 400,000 pieces of doughnuts since it opened in November.

The strong pedestrian traffic of Bonifacio High Street and its refreshing concept are now its main draws.

According to Abba Napa, marketing head of Italian steakhouse Balducci, the number of diners at the restaurant, which is one the mainstays of Bonifacio High Street, grew at the beginning of the year as upscale shoppers and foodies named it a new place to see and to be seen along with other restaurants in the area.

Napa, who also owns All Flip Flops, which sells the most complete line of Havaianas, is pleased with her decision to open her largest store in Bonifacio Global City. The 85 sqm. store dedicated to the premium rubber-slippers line from Brazil has been doing good sales despite the fact that many of its neighboring outlets have not yet opened their doors.

The store carries 100 styles of Havaianas with new models being introduced every quarter particularly for collectors who are willing to line up for the latest styles and variations. It is also incidentally the largest Havaianas outlet in the globe.

She said that the accessibility of Bonifacio High Street to most of the major cities of Metro Manila also make it an ideal launch pad for new stores just establishing their presence in the Philippines such as Mizuno and Krispy Kreme.

It is also an ideal site for the showcase outlets of brands such as Speedo and Hobbes and Landes which have located their biggest stores in the area. Nike will soon be launching its largest outlet there.

Linked directly to the major thoroughfares of EDSA and the C-5 highway, Binofacio High Street can easily be reached by upscale residents from Quezon City, the Makati as well as the Ortigas business districts. Its proximity to the South Luzon Expressway makes it within reach of residents from Paranaque, Muntinlupa and other communities on the southern corridor.

Unlike the typical commercial center that offers several levels of stores usually built around an activity center, Bonifacio Global City's centerpiece offers shoppers an unhampered view of the sky, art pieces and greenery all around as they stroll from shop to shop.

According to Rowena Tomedlan, deputy group head of the Ayala Malls, which manages Bonifacio High Street, the fresh retail setup has been a big attraction for merchants.

Other retailers that are enjoying Bonifacio High Street's location and amenities are: Figaro, Lush, Timezone, Maxiworks, Speedo, Mini Shabu Shabu, Wristpod and The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf and Ecco.

Science museum to rise on former military base
By Elizabeth Sanchez-Lacson
Inquirer
Last updated 00:01am (Mla time) 03/26/2007
http://technology.inquirer.net/infotech/infotech/view_article.php?article_id=56924

MANILA, Philippines -- THE AYALA Group will be putting up a science museum at the Bonifacio Global City, to bring to it a measure of art and culture.

Officials said during the launch of Bonifacio High Street late last week that the science museum, which is still in the early planning stages, will be located across the group's upscale Bonifacio High Street development--a kilometer-long strip of chic shops and restaurants a stone's throw away from The Fort and Market! Market!

Ayala Land Inc. chair Fernando Zobel de Ayala said the science museum will cater to children and promises to be "experimental, exploratory and very interactive."

"What we want is to give (the children) a whole new experience," Ayala Land president Jaime Ayala said. "In any great city, you have different elements. In the Philippines, we feel that there ought to be more museums, or structures that cater to arts and sciences, which are all marks of a great city."

True to its promise to shoppers of the Fort Bonifacio Global City, the Ayala-controlled Fort Bonifacio Development Corp. launched last week Bonifacio High Street, a 36-hectare sprawl of green landscape that encompasses Ayala Land's residential project Serendra and Third Avenue.

The concept of Bonifacio High Street is comparable to leisurely stroll in trendy Soho in New York, Lincoln Road in Miami, Santana Row in San Jose, Third Street Promenade in Sta. Monica, Rodeo Drive and The Grove in Los Angeles.

Stunning sculptures made by acclaimed Filipino artists Reg Yuson, Conrado Velasco and Ronald Achacoso punctuate the boulevard's unique ambiance.

FBDC earlier said that as much as P8 billion will be spent on Bonifacio Global City over the next five years.

Ayala Land Inc. and Evergreen Holdings of the Campos group acquired majority of Bonifacio Land Corp. from Metro Pacific in 2003 and are now the partners of the government in FBDC.

Under the new plan, more than a hundred buildings will rise in the area, some of which are in the planning stage or under construction.

This will include 159,000 sq.m. of office space, a million square meters of residential space, 305,000 sq.m. of commercial and retail space and 212,000 sq.m. for institutional locators like schools and hospitals.

The concept of Bonifacio High Street is comparable to leisurely stroll in trendy Soho in New York, Lincoln Road in Miami, Santana Row in San Jose, Third Street Promenade in Sta. Monica, Rodeo Drive and The Grove in Los Angeles.


i've been to all those places except for soho in new york. if high street hits its mark, it would be a great hang out place :)

^^ I agree Bart it will indeed be a great and vibrant place to congregate, hangout and chill if Fort Boni High Street hits the mark. High Street in Australia is another place mentioned as inspiration. Let's hope Fort Boni's social and lifestyle center comes close to all these places mentioned. That will really be exciting. :) :) :)

^^ I agree with both posts above. Actually, the place reminds me so much of Soho in NYC, except for the lack of 'artsy-fartsy atmosphere'. In that sense, medio kulang pa, pero let's hope that the High Street will attract more artists -- writers, painters, etc. -- by offering a great, inspiring ambiance. I believe it's getting there, especially with the rise of museums such as the one described above.

seems like my college life next year would be fun with those developments comming...i love hanging out :)

i think bonifacio high street is more third street promenade than soho. actually, basing on pictures, the store mix, architecture and ambience of the place doesn't say soho. but that's just me. it lacks the charm and quiantness that soho has. don't get me wrong though, i think it's a nice development but it's just pales in comparison to soho. :D

my broker informed me there will be a 5% price hike effective april 1.

i think bonifacio high street is more third street promenade than soho. actually, basing on pictures, the store mix, architecture and ambience of the place doesn't say soho. but that's just me. it lacks the charm and quiantness that soho has. don't get me wrong though, i think it's a nice development but it's just pales in comparison to soho. :D


give it a chance to evolve; it's still in its infancy,, after all :)

Serendra Piazza has become an alternative to Greenbelt for an evening of drinks/dinner! Very promising.

Serendra and High Street at Fort Bonifacio look promising indeed but I still prefer Greenbelt, even my American roomate preferred Greenbelt and we definitely like the Museum Cafe fronting Ayala Museum.:)

Thanks for the pics Ana! :) :) :)
some of the shops at..
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http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s199/maverick4000/DSC02313.jpg

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... the place doesn't say soho. but that's just me. it lacks the charm and quiantness that soho has. don't get me wrong though, i think it's a nice development but it's just pales in comparison to soho. :D

depends which part of SoHo you're referring to -- is it the southern end of the neighbourhood or the northern half of it? like what i said above, kulang yung artsy-fartsy ambience, since it is not yet a haven for artists, so High Street is definitely unlike the southern part of SoHo. but the cafe culture, high end boutiques and restaurants are already there... of course it will pale in comparison with SoHo since it's still in infancy, and it needs to attract artists to live or build their studios there, since that what defines SoHo, no? one way of doing this is by offering loft residences, because the natural light it offers will be beneficial to artists.

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y195/aaron_ofngol/2S.jpg

^^Wonderful! This will create a nice transition from the midrise portion of Serendra to the taller buildings of SOMA and Infinity. Great find, Aaron:okay:

wow. thanks for sharing aron. so this is the hi-rise section of Serendra. Akala ko dati yung mga around 20 storeys na yung hirise. look like The Residences. I wonder how will these be marketed.

aaron....thanks for the find, looks really nice.....i just wish they'll look more innovative than just typical condo that we see in MM

ayan, nakarinig kayo ke Ed. Hi Ed...:)
on second thought, those 3 towers behind don't look like they belong to Two Serendra. they are semi-transparent. Could they be part of another section of Serenra, i.e., 3 Serendra?

I wonder if the high-rise will cost more or will cost less than the mid-rise units?

wow. thanks for sharing aron. so this is the hi-rise section of Serendra. Akala ko dati yung mga around 20 storeys na yung hirise. look like The Residences. I wonder how will these be marketed.

Both One Serendra (Ayala Land Inc) and Two Serendra (Community Innovations, Inc) will have high-rise components.

they look glassy... are they?

Both One Serendra (Ayala Land Inc) and Two Serendra (Community Innovations, Inc) will have high-rise components.


yup! the high rise component of one serendra will be 2 buildings on the outer edge of the one serendra complex along 32nd Street (facing sections E & C i think)

:eek: wow...they're so tall!

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^^ Nice find Aaron. Me like it very much. Very nice indeed and definitely a welcome addition to the FBGC skyline. Fort Boni is really booming!!! :)

the leftmost building looks like one of the buildings in simcity4

Incredible! :eek2:

Nice looking structures. Gives some added dimension in the area. I was thinking before that the area could benefit a lot with some good high rises just for added character. Seems like that has been addressed already.

I wonder if the high-rise will cost more or will cost less than the mid-rise units?

Definitely, not less.

Whenever, a new tower is launched by a Developer, the price will always be higher.

One Serendra's mid-rise component is already pegged at Php 100k/sqm (ie, the most expensive unit). With the launching of this high -rise component, I believe the price of the units at the higher floors will be above Php 100k/sqm already! Grabe! :nuts:

With Two Serendra, I'm expecting a higher density condo (ie, number of units per floor) in order to reduce the price/sqm. Let's see... The pricing structure for these projects will be very interesting....

and it gets expensive kada floor

Hi gang!
All I can say is Wow! Unbelievable! This is better than my 401K perf! :lol:
But who will be buying these units? Where will they be coming from?
We can only speculate. I hope it does not lead to a condo glut?

My best tip for clients: Get another person to accompany you (not necessarily a technical person but who is familiar with defects!) during unit turnover.

Believe it or not, when my unit in another condo was turned over to me, I was not physically present! I outsourced that task to another person who is very objective and I made a good decision of doing so.

Hi, boy, it's been awhile since I've visited. Thanks everyone for posting all the photos! It's great to see how things have progressed.

Could I ask who you outsourced the walkthrough to? Is it a company? I don't think I can be there during the actual turnover. One of my relatives who is my proxy will be there, but I'd like to hire an objective eye.

Thanks for any input, Mariliz

Hi, boy, it's been awhile since I've visited. Thanks everyone for posting all the photos! It's great to see how things have progressed.

Could I ask who you outsourced the walkthrough to? Is it a company? I don't think I can be there during the actual turnover. One of my relatives who is my proxy will be there, but I'd like to hire an objective eye.

Thanks for any input, Mariliz

Hello Mariliz!

My interior designer did it for me together with her mom who is a good friend of mine. Let me know if interested. When is your turnover date?

Just send me a PM.

Best regards,

Cynch

watch-out, the first of the 4 high-rise sections in two serendra will be launched real soon. the additional amenities will surely excite everyone!

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Definitely, not less.

Whenever, a new tower is launched by a Developer, the price will always be higher.

One Serendra's mid-rise component is already pegged at Php 100k/sqm (ie, the most expensive unit). With the launching of this high -rise component, I believe the price of the units at the higher floors will be above Php 100k/sqm already! Grabe! :nuts:

With Two Serendra, I'm expecting a higher density condo (ie, number of units per floor) in order to reduce the price/sqm. Let's see... The pricing structure for these projects will be very interesting....
^^ Wow Php100T/SQM and rising that's pretty steep na for many Filipinos to buy isn't it unless they make the payment plans more affordable or units smaller in size. I wonder if they are now also aiming the OFW and Expat market more so locals at these price range? Ganda nga pero parang ang mahal na kasi eh so who could afford this na? Grabe.:nuts:

^^ Wow Php100T/SQM and rising that's pretty steep na for many Filipinos to buy isn't it unless they make the payment plans more affordable or units smaller in size. I wonder if they are now also aiming the OFW and Expat market more so locals at these price range? Ganda nga pero parang ang mahal na kasi eh so who could afford this na? Grabe.:nuts:


Community Innovations (Two Serendra, Columns) targets the upper-middle income bracket and the so called "upwardly mobile professionals and young achievers". Unit sizes are generally smaller than those of ALP which makes them more affordable i guess but i doubt there's much difference in terms of payment schemes

^^ Hi Lauren. Thanks fo the reply. Does this mean higher density levels per floor in some of those buildings pictured as Cynch mentioned provided of course the said buildings are under Community Innovations? So 2 of these buildings will be Ayala Land pala. Para lang kasi the first 3 buildings in the pic could be Community Innovations as it seems they have shared ammenities (pool) while the farthest and tallest one seems to have its own pool to itself which I assumed will be Ayala Land. Hindi pala. :)

yup! the high rise component of one serendra will be 2 buildings on the outer edge of the one serendra complex along 32nd Street (facing sections E & C i think)

One Serendra and Two Serendra will each have its own high-rise building component. So the picture of the high-rise buildings which were posted here are SOLELY for Two Serendra.

One Serendra will have its own high-rise component also . In other words, kanya-kanyang high-rise sila.

CII buildings (ie, Two Serendra) will have a higher density vs Ayala Land Premier buildings (ie, One Serendra).

^^ CII's high-rise component's design for Serendra may have been inspired a little by "The Columns".

^^ CII's high-rise component's design for Serendra may have been inspired a little by "The Columns".


so maybe ALP's high-rise component's design for One Serendra will be inspired a little by TRAG ;) :okay:

A bridge design competition was held for that bridge between Two Serendra high-rise and the mid-rise. Will post the winning design later.

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y195/aaron_ofngol/2S.jpg

A bridge design competition was held for that bridge between Two Serendra high-rise and the mid-rise. Will post the winning design later.


way to go Aaron! :okay: hopefully an improvement on the Greenbelt-Landmark bridgeway

They are starting to fence the area for the new section of Two Serendra. Way to go....

share ko lang my pics of serendra..

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thanks for shring those photos, i see my unit =)

share ko lang my pics of serendra..

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nice shots! thanks for sharing.

notice the new pedestrian walkway from Serendra to Bonifacio High Street? I like! BUT, IMO, they could have added two more lights in place of those orange cones. BTW those two gray posts in the middle are light posts :okay:

But those orange cones gives it such pizazz! :lol:

Pretty pics, thanks!

I wish they would keep that street bet. BHS and Serendra a promenade - pedestrian-friendly, dotting it with vendors' kiosks/booths.

Many Thanks for the pics Sugbuanon and Laquacherra/Lauren! Ganda ng Serendra at Boni High Street Talaga! Nahohomesick na tuloy ako! Salamat ulit! :) :) :)
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i noticed this "medusa" sculpture thingy only last night... i think it looks weird but cute... kids play with it :lol:

you are all welcome guys..

One Serendra and Two Serendra will each have its own high-rise building component. So the picture of the high-rise buildings which were posted here are SOLELY for Two Serendra.

One Serendra will have its own high-rise component also . In other words, kanya-kanyang high-rise sila.

CII buildings (ie, Two Serendra) will have a higher density vs Ayala Land Premier buildings (ie, One Serendra). ^^ Ahh so all 4 buildings in the pic are Two Serendra (Community Innovation) pala and One Serendra (Ayala Land) will have their own set of buildings din on the opposite end of the development. OK got it. Thanks for the clarification Cynch. :) :) :)

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


^^ the 2 white rectangles on the left is the general area where One Serendra's 2 high-rise components will rise

^^ Many Thanks for the site map Lauren. Really helpful in visualizing where the One Serendra buildings will be erected. Btw have you done your unit inspection yet and if so how did it go? Bart will be Pinas bound soon to do his unit inspection as well. :) :) :)

^^ will be doing it soon... though i'm beginning to feel a pain in my pocket already :lol: :lol: j/k

hindi ka pa ba na stressed?? kasi si cynch pag nag stressed nagluluto nang pasta!! heheheheh

^^ will be doing it soon... though i'm beginning to feel a pain in my pocket already :lol: :lol: j/k

hindi ka pa ba na stressed?? kasi si cynch pag nag stressed nagluluto nang pasta!! heheheheh


haha! you forget... i can't cook! mag re-heat lang ng take-outs ang alam ko :lol:

eh di mas ok!!! heheheh so papakape ka na lang?? mamaya na yan!!! nandito pa sila double_bee sa BGC.. para ma meet mo yung wife nya..

haha! you forget... i can't cook! mag re-heat lang ng take-outs ang alam ko :lol:

Many Thanks for the pics Sugbuanon and Laquacherra/Lauren! Ganda ng Serendra at Boni High Street Talaga! Nahohomesick na tuloy ako! Salamat ulit! :) :) :)

Does anyone know who's gonna occupy the 2nd floor of Bonifacio High Street?

^^ will be doing it soon... though i'm beginning to feel a pain in my pocket already :lol: :lol: j/k
kelan sau?
looks like mine is scheduled for apr 26

Does anyone know who's gonna occupy the 2nd floor of Bonifacio High Street?

The 2nd floor has been fully leased out to different offices (including showrooms).

Community Innovations, Inc. occupied one ground floor space and a space at the 2nd level. Makati Eye Laser Center occupies one space at the 2nd floor. I don't know the names of the rest.

Does anyone know who's gonna occupy the 2nd floor of Bonifacio High Street?

i think those are office floors.

nice photos @ sugbuanon/marvin? and your photo on the "Bonifacio High Street" looks hot, like literally hot, with those red colors...complementing the summer heat. parang mainit sa Fort ngayon. I like those archi pieces!

kelan sau?
looks like mine is scheduled for apr 26

mine is next week. ay, wait! since it's sunday (technically the first day of the week) this week na pala yun :)

The 2nd floor has been fully leased out to different offices (including showrooms).

Community Innovations, Inc. occupied one ground floor space and a space at the 2nd level. Makati Eye Laser Center occupies one space at the 2nd floor. I don't know the names of the rest.

Thanks for the info. I can't wait for my family's unit to be ready coz I'm so in love with the area.

@Sugbuanon is in Manila pala. Nice pictures of your trip to Serendra there. :)

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^^ the 2 white rectangles on the left is the general area where One Serendra's 2 high-rise components will rise

Here is Section C of One Serendra. At the right side of the picture (where the GI sheets are), the high-rise component will be built there.

The 2 (twin) towers that you see at the left side of the picture are The South of Market (SOMA). Two Serendra's high rise component will be built near that area. (So magkabilaan ang high-rise components).


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serendra and its nearby shopping areas make this portion of boni worth investing at, aside from being a rather safe bet against future inflation, political turmoil, asean economic crisis, etc .

incidentally, i was curious, mayroon bang nabibilhan ng squid balls, bagoong, hilaw na mangga, at banana-Q sa Market-market?

incidentally, i was curious, mayroon bang nabibilhan ng squid balls, bagoong, hilaw na mangga, at banana-Q sa Market-market?


lots of fresh fruits & vegetables there... so mangoes & fresh bananas siguradong meron though i'm not sure about banana-Q & squid balls :lol: pero i'm pretty sure bagoong & balut meron din

serendra and its nearby shopping areas make this portion of boni worth investing at, aside from being a rather safe bet against future inflation, political turmoil, asean economic crisis, etc .

incidentally, i was curious, mayroon bang nabibilhan ng squid balls, bagoong, hilaw na mangga, at banana-Q sa Market-market?

lots of fresh fruits & vegetables there... so mangoes & fresh bananas siguradong meron though i'm not sure about banana-Q & squid balls :lol: pero i'm pretty sure bagoong & balut meron din

All the great food and delicacies you've mentioned can be bought at Market! Market! (I've eaten balut there... Ilocos empanada, bibingka, shawarma, halo-halo, and lots of food for pasalubong - Cornik, puto seko, suman, buro ng talangka, pili nuts, bukayo, panucha .... Nagugutom na ako (Translation: I'm hungry already!)

For our balikbayan friends, Market! Market! is a nice place to reminisce the good old times through all those delicious foods/delicacies I mentioned! :banana:

^^ aba, may balut, burong talangka at bukayo pa! naku, naglilihi na yata ako:lol:
samakatuwid, ok na ok nga pala talaga sa serendra, isang tawid lang ang bilihan ng sari-sari

thanks for your most enlightening replies(and most appetizing!!)

For our balikbayan friends, Market! Market! is a nice place to reminisce the good old times through all those delicious foods/delicacies I mentioned! :banana:
Pero ang Market Market ay lugar ng bilihan ng pagkain lang di ba.....mayroon bang restaurants doon or lahat ng mga restaurants ay nasa High Street? Kasi lahat ng mga gimmick ninyo ay sa High Street.....wala pa yata akong nakitang gumimick sa Market Market.

nung friday pala may concert sa High street.. don lang sa harap nang Serendra.. grabe ang ingay.. (harap nang shabu shabu)

so magiging concert venue na kaya yung lugar na yun? nakaharap pa naman talaga sa mga units nang Serendra yun..

^^ I happen to see that concert last Friday.

merong foodcourt (open air) sa Market market.. dami ring food.. may Inengs BBQ, Razon's, Marina Seafood, Buddy's Pancit, Lydia's Lechon, tapos may resto don sa side.. Kamay Kainan (buffet), BlackBeard Seafood, tapos may isa pa.. then don mismo sa Market market sa ground floor sa labas, marami ring resto, terriyaki boy, max's, mcdo, jollibee, sa side naman facing serendra may north park, dencio's or is it gerry's? sa loob nang market market mall, dami ring food choices..

Pero ang Market Market ay lugar ng bilihan ng pagkain lang di ba.....mayroon bang restaurants doon or lahat ng mga restaurants ay nasa High Street? Kasi lahat ng mga gimmick ninyo ay sa High Street.....wala pa yata akong nakitang gumimick sa Market Market.

nung friday pala may concert sa High street.. don lang sa harap nang Serendra.. grabe ang ingay.. (harap nang shabu shabu)

so magiging concert venue na kaya yung lugar na yun? nakaharap pa naman talaga sa mga units nang Serendra yun..
Ma ingay lang siguro pag nasa High Street ka....baka naman pag nasa unit ka ng Serendra at nakasara ang bintana ay hindi na gaanong ma ingay. Isa pa hindi naman siguro papayagan na hanggang sa late at night ang mga concert para hindi maka abala sa mga nakatira sa Serendra.
Or to look at it another way....if you like the concert performer you have your own private balcony to watch the concert.

merong foodcourt (open air) sa Market market.. dami ring food.. may Inengs BBQ, Razon's, Marina Seafood, Buddy's Pancit, Lydia's Lechon, tapos may resto don sa side.. Kamay Kainan (buffet), BlackBeard Seafood, tapos may isa pa.. then don mismo sa Market market sa ground floor sa labas, marami ring resto, terriyaki boy, max's, mcdo, jollibee, sa side naman facing serendra may north park, dencio's or is it gerry's? sa loob nang market market mall, dami ring food choices..
Aba....mukhang mas gusto ko ang Market Market kaysa sa High Street......mukhang mas makakatipid ako pag doon ako nag gimmick. :lol: At saka yung mga delicacies na binanggit ni Cynch.....parang wala ata noon sa High Street.

Here's a list of food establishments sa Market Market from ayala's website (kaya lang di yata updated to, wala pa yung Gerry's (or Dencio's?) and NorthPark).

Starbucks Main Mall - Ground Floor
McDonald's Main Mall - Ground Floor
China Star Main Mall - Ground Floor
Jollibee Main Mall - Ground Floor
Max's Main Mall - Ground Floor
Teriyaki Boy Main Mall - Ground Floor
Mann Hann Restaurant Main Mall -
Tokyo Tokyo Main Mall - Second Floor
Chicken Bacolod Main Mall - Second Floor
Greenwich Main Mall - Second Floor
Chowking Main Mall - Second Floor
Goldilock's Main Mall - Second Floor
The Pizza Company Main Mall - Second Floor
Oody's Express Main Mall - Second Floor
Yellow Cab Main Mall - Second Floor
KFC Main Mall - Second Floor
Pancake House Main Mall - Second Floor
Hapag Kainan Main Mall - Second Floor
Kenny Rogers Main Mall - Second Floor
Food Choices Main Mall - Fouth Floor
Muscle Beach Main Mall - Fifth Floor
NY Fries Main Mall - Fifth Floor
Snack Shack Main Mall - Fifth Floor
Taters Main Mall - Fifth Floor
Icebergs Main Mall - Fifth Floor
Subway Main Mall - Fifth Floor
Nathan's Main Mall - Fifth Floor
Holy Kettle Corn Main Mall - Fifth Floor
Trellis Main Mall - Ground Floor
Seafood Island by Red Crab Main Mall - Ground Floor
Kamay Kainan Buffet Main Mall - Ground Floor
Adelina's Ham Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Aling Nene Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Aling Tonya's Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Balut Eggpress Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Binalot Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Buddy's Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Bugnaw Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Bugong Roast Chicken Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Ellie's Roasted Calf Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Ferino's Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Food Channel Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Golden Lights Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Ineng's bbq Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Jemherlyns Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Kiss Balls Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Mama Gie Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Marina Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Naty's Lechon Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Ogie Doggie Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Rapsakalye Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Razon's Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Tastee Delights Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Tita Cely's Sinigang Bar Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Tita Paring's Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Trinity Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Vinzon's Food & Bakeshop Fiesta Market - Ground Floor
Dunkin Donuts Terminal Shops - Ground Floor
Food Channel Terminal Shops - Ground Floor
Bigasan Terminal Shops - Ground Floor
Ineng's BBQ Terminal Shops - Ground Floor
Mr. Donut Terminal Shops - Ground Floor

^^ So bakit hindi kayo kumakain dito instead of restaurants in High Street.....dahil ba sa sawa na kayo or dahil mga fast food lang ito at hindi talagang sit down restaurants?

^^ So bakit hindi kayo kumakain dito instead of restaurants in High Street.....dahil ba sa sawa na kayo or dahil mga fast food lang ito at hindi talagang sit down restaurants?


because mas quiet mas conducive to talk sa shops at serendra & high street ;)

^^ Ang ibig mong sabihin hindi madidinig ang lakas na tawa ni Cynch sa inggay ng Market Market? I don't believe that! :lol:

maingay talaga pare.. hanggang sa gitna nang Shops @ Serendra eh rinig yung band..

weekly pala may band don.. eto may schedule pa..
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eto yung paalis na kami.. pasensya na medyo malabo..
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Ma ingay lang siguro pag nasa High Street ka....baka naman pag nasa unit ka ng Serendra at nakasara ang bintana ay hindi na gaanong ma ingay. Isa pa hindi naman siguro papayagan na hanggang sa late at night ang mga concert para hindi maka abala sa mga nakatira sa Serendra.
Or to look at it another way....if you like the concert performer you have your own private balcony to watch the concert.

parati din kami don.. hindi nga lang mga BGCitizens mga kasama.. yung mga barkada namin nung college.. malimit kami don sa Seafood resto.. pag lunch minsan nag kakamay kainan din kami.. tapos pag kami lang ni Double_bee eh malimit kami sa Buddy's Pancit.. last friday nasa Terriyaki Boy kami..

^^ So bakit hindi kayo kumakain dito instead of restaurants in High Street.....dahil ba sa sawa na kayo or dahil mga fast food lang ito at hindi talagang sit down restaurants?

maingay talaga pare.. hanggang sa gitna nang Shops @ Serendra eh rinig yung band..

eto yung paalis na kami.. pasensya na medyo malabo..
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YIIIKEES!! Balcony ng Serendra ba yung nasa ibabaw ng picture? Sana naman malayo at hindi nakaharap dito ang units ni Bart at Lauren.

sobrang ingay nga don sa market market.. parang mga higanting bubuyog yung ingay nung mga tao don.. sabay sabay kasi.. so talagang super ingay.. syempre sa shops@serendra.. medyo iba yung crowd.. kaya pag tumawa medyo pa demure.. except for Cynch, na talaga namang rinig hanggang high street pag tumawa..

^^ Ang ibig mong sabihin hindi madidinig ang lakas na tawa ni Cynch sa inggay ng Market Market? I don't believe that! :lol:

sa high street yan pare.. yung 2nd level nung mga stores don.. pero nakaharap yan sa Serendra..

YIIIKEES!! Balcony ng Serendra ba yung nasa ibabaw ng picture? Sana naman malayo at hindi nakaharap dito ang units ni Bart at Lauren.