Lausanne at Crosswinds Advertorial on Property Report PH – The Philippine Star
Anyone who has seen Crosswinds in Tagaytay, the Villar-owned well-loved destination for travel, leisure and luxury, must have left with a lasting memory and must have been impressed with the charming and quaint district.
But just when you thought the 100-hectare Swiss-inspired community is already perfectly complete, be prepared to be blown away yet again as the wind here takes you to greater heights to reveal another premiere residential development—Lausanne at Crosswinds.
The newest expansion is a sprawling 24-hectare development of undulating hills with enchanting panoramic views of the lush hills of Tagaytay, the calm Laguna de Bay and the Metro Manila skyline.
Lausanne takes you to a somnambulant spell, which transports you to a different world, a different era.
Be ready to be mesmerized with a long, tree-lined road, a wide expanse of strikingly colorful blooms, fresh smelling pine trees and the crisp mountain air.
Lausanne will offer ultra-premium limited selection of residential lots—which undoubtedly stands out as a patch of heaven on earth, making it a perfect choice for discerning buyers who want to live close to nature but within the comforts of city life and yet, away from the madding crowd.
Lot sizes range from 400 to 600 square meters, perfect for families looking to have future, permanent destinations outside Metro Manila as the world transitions to a post-pandemic era.
There will be 75 lots and 26 units for phase one of the project, comprising 6.5 hectares of development, with the 3.8 hectares up for sale.
To live here is to give oneself the permanent experience of living with nature but still just less than two hours away from Metro Manila.
Lausanne homeowners have access to the iconic spots of Tagaytay and yet they can easily go home to their mountain hideaways.
Those who don’t want to brave the weekend Tagaytay traffic can just stay in Crosswinds and savor everything it has to offer.
Crosswinds itself is already a complete destination, which redefines the essence of going to Tagaytay. It is a one-stop destination to relax and live leisurely in the comforting embrace of Mother Nature.
It has a boutique retail strip, picnic grounds and a wide array of dining options.
There’s Coffee Project, touted as the most Instagrammable coffee shop in the Philippines. There’s also The Ruined Project? another restaurant with unfinished buildings with exposed ceilings, coarse concrete walls and open holes for windows.
There’s also Cafe Voi La, an Asian-inspired cafe and the newly opened Napa, a California-themed coffee house with a twist.
One will also find countless spots to make memories. There’s a giant throne chair, somewhat like Geneva’s chair sculpture; a giant windmill that will transport you to Amsterdam and the view of pine trees as far as the eye can see from the Alpine Greens view deck.
The distinct, perfumed and fragrant piney smell in Crosswinds is also unparalleled, at least in this corner of the country, thanks to 35,000 pine trees planted and grown here.
A project by Brittany
Crosswinds is developed by Brittany, the luxury real estate subsidiary of Villar’s Vista Land & Lifescapes. Its growing portfolio includes the master-planned developments of Portofino and Amore in Alabang, La Posada at The Lakefront in Sucat[f], Georgia Club, Promenade, Belle Reve, and Fontamara in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.
With Lausanne at Crosswinds, the Villar-owned premiere residential and leisure destination just got bigger and better and perhaps the most exclusive, luxurious hideaway in Tagaytay.
Owning a piece of luxury in a perfect destination just two hours away from the hustle and bustle of Manila is certainly the best reward one can give to oneself in the post pandemic Philippines.
Home and interior design is more than just a place to live in. It has now become the place where we work, exercise, relax, and even attend school. Due to travel bans and other restrictions brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic, all aspects of life have been moved indoors at home.
Restaurant and fine dining are now a Grab delivery or home-cooked dinner at the dining area; shopping online is the new weekend bazaar; the playground is now children’s TV shows; gym sessions have become zoom group workouts, and a coffee date is now just another cup of joe in your lanai.
Naturally, there is a growing need for living spaces conducive for work, play, family, hobbies, and everything in between. The well-defined line that used to exist between work and rest has come to a blur, and so the four corners of our room have become our entire little world.
Home in the pandemic is now the place for everything for everyone.
As a result, maybe you’ve joined the trend by trying your hand at DIYs and home projects. A surge in redecorating and renovation is only one manifestation of the psychological effects of being restricted indoors. Others may have even resorted to moving to an entirely different home to match their physical needs. A spacious luxury home in an exclusive community, after all, seems like the safest option during these interesting times.
The pandemic has also changed the way we relate to space in every sense. Space has become a necessity, given social distancing measures required to avoid exposure to the virus. We have also required more space to create a zone for every function of everyday life: space for family bonding, space for work, space for exercise, and space for rest and relaxation. This is because mixing all functions would confuse our bodily functions as well. For example, one might find it difficult to relax and condition his or her body to sleep in bed if he or she also works there.
However, not everyone has the luxury of having enough physical space for everything that we were used to experiencing outside the home. This is where the power of interior design comes in.
Contrary to common misconceptions, the goal of interior design is not aesthetics, but the improvement of space’s functionality. Now more than ever has this concept taken the spotlight. After all, interior design is the art and science of enhancing the interior of a building to achieve a healthier and more aesthetically pleasing environment for the people using the space.
Thus, we have invited an esteemed resource speaker to talk about this crucial aspect of living in the New Normal. Living Luxuriously Safe: Interior Design in the New Normal is Brittany Corporation’s newest learning webinar that places interior design at the center of safety and luxury living.
Official event poster for Brittany’s upcoming webinar
Join us in the much-anticipated Interior Design Webinar that urges Filipinos to rethink their spaces and make sure that their homes are designed to put the wellness of the family first and foremost.
To be held this coming Saturday on the 26th of June 2021 from 2 PM onwards, Brittany Corporation’s valued clients and stakeholders will have the opportunity to learn from IDr. Joy Jabile-Ejercito. She is the General Manager and Principal Designer of her own company, JJE Design and Construct or, in short, JJEDC.
IDr. Joy Jabile-Ejercito is also the National Corporate Secretary on the board of the Philippine Institute of Interior Designers (PIID). Moreover, she is the Regional Director and the Community Alliance Director in the Business Network International (BNI), the Corporate Secretary in the Society for Cultural Enrichment Inc (SCEI), and the Admin Chair in the Rotary Club of Makati Premier District (RCMPD).
Given her impressive background and expertise in interior design and related fields, there is much to learn, especially for homeowners. She will be providing excellent tips on maximizing your existing space and making it a healthier and happier environment for you and your loved ones.
The Rise of European-Inspired Interior Designs
One of the major topics our guest speaker will be expounding on is the rise of European-inspired interiors during the pandemic. Although Nordic, Italian, and other European-themed houses and lots have always been popular around the world, they now serve both design and safety.
IDr. Joy Jabile-Ejercito, as a subject matter expert, will discuss why European-inspired interiors are the most practical style of living in these present circumstances. To match, Brittany Corporation offers European-style model units and communities.
Brittany Corporation, the luxury residential arm of Vista Land, is the country’s pioneer in luxurious themed residential developments. With exclusive communities inspired by the world’s most scenic destinations, there is definitely a charming and spacious abode for every discerning investor and family.
Crosswinds by Brittany Corporation is the Swiss Luxury Resort in Tagaytay City, the country’s summer capital in the south. An enclave complete with every sensual experience one could ever want, it’s a must-visit development that will take you to a whole different world. This exclusive community offers Swiss chalets on lush terrains, with breathtaking views from the top—not to mention over 35,000 pine trees and cool the Tagaytay breeze embracing the whole development. To top it all off, within Crosswinds is its very own retail strip with the finest cuisines and coffee.
Vista Alabang by Brittany Corporation is the Italian-inspired community of three enclaves: Portofino Heights, Portofino South, and Amore.
Vista Alabang is the Italian community found along the “billionaire’s row” that is Daang Hari, and is composed of three enclaves: Portofino Heights, Portofino South, and Amore at Portofino. These tree-lined cobblestone pathways are perfect for romantic strolls to the courtyards and Roman fountains. However, aesthetics is not the only perfect aspect of Vista Alabang. As a master-planned development and vacation home in itself, it’s conveniently located right next to Evia Lifestyle Center to cater to all your home and retail needs. It’s also highly accessible to the best healthcare facilities, top-notch educational institutions, and country clubs among others.
In the rising lion city that is Sta. Rosa, Laguna are the exclusive communities of Brittany Sta.Rosa: Promenade, Georgia Club, and Augusta. Promenade, in particular, is known for its classic Old English-themed community. As soon as you enter this enclave, be charmed by perfectly manicured hedges and stately manors embraced by nature. A hidden gem, Brittany Sta. Rosa is conveniently situated just across Vista Mall and Nuvali. In addition, the area is dotted with golf and country clubs, perfect for the luxurious lifestyle that you and your family deserve.
All of Brittany Corporation’s developments are spacious and conveniently located in the metro south. To view more of these dream home communities, visit the Brittany properties website.
Discover new and genius ways to maximize your living space and make it a happier and healthier environment for every member of the family through interior design. Click here to register for the upcoming webinar now and participate in Brittany’s newest learning activity focused on interior design in the New Normal.
Brittany Corporation, the luxury residential arm of Vista Land and Lifescapes, is officially joining the country’s biggest virtual property expo: The Villar Group Convention. The first of its kind, The ViCon gathers the country’s biggest real estate brands in one exclusive affair. Brittany takes on the opportunity to participate and showcase its award-winning master-planned developments.
The official details and event poster for ViCon, a Villar Group convention.
This much anticipated event will take place online on June 24 and 25, 2021. This is to ensure the safety of all participants–homebuyers and investors alike. Participating affiliate residential brands include Camella, Crown Asia, Vista Residences, Camella Manors, Lessandra, Lumina, and Bria Homes; with The Philippine Star, The Philippine Daily Inquirer, Manila Bulletin,Business World, GMA Pinoy TV, TFC, and BusinessMirror as media partners.
While real estate brands make up most of the participants, VistaMall will represent the commercial industry as the shopping mall chain of the Villar Group. Other affiliate brands such as Coffee Project, AllHome, AllDay, AllBank, AllEasy, AllSports, AllDigital, AllToys, AllBikes, Finds Finds, Market Liberty, Green Centrale, Happy Magnolia, Prime Asset Ventures, Inc., PrimeWater, Crystal Clear, Streamtech, and ShieldTech are also joining the two-day event as brand sponsors.
Vista Land and Lifescapes and Golden MV Holdings Chairman Manny Villar stated that “It has always been the Group’s passion to contribute in the improvement of the lives of the Filipinos by not just providing them with homes to comfortably live in or as an investment across the country, but also implementing creations to make necessities within their reach. So we thought of gathering all of these brands as we reach out to almost everyone virtually through The Vicon.”
As such, The ViCon will feature real estate brands and developments covering all price ranges available in the market. Each brand will have its own interactive virtual booth, complete with corporate videos and virtual property tours, among others, to give viewers a realistic property expo experience. Likewise, viewers may browse through the different virtual booths by virtually “walking” around as one would in a real-life convention, and simply clicking the properties to check them out.
From houses and lots and condominiums to investment properties, The ViCon is also a perfect opportunity to diversify one’s portfolio. After all, real estate property is one of the most secure avenues for financial gains.
In this event, Filipinos across all walks of life, even Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and migrant Filipinos will definitely find a home suitable and enticing for them.
The Virtual Nook for the Affluent Market
Vista Alabang by Brittany Corporation is the Italian-inspired community of three enclaves: Portofino Heights, Portofino South, and Amore.
The ViCon will have a special nook just for the discerning few who belong to the affluent market. This virtual booth will be run by Vista Land and Lifescapes’ luxury brands: Brittany Corporation and Crown Asia.
Brittany Corporation specializes in master-planned developments in the metro south. As the country’s pioneer in themed luxury residential developments, discover world-class communities in the most convenient locations. Through its comprehensive digital transformation, your dream home is easily within your reach.
From strategically placed online advertisements, impactful social media presence, and user-friendly websites, to virtual tours, online discussions, and easy online payment methods like the AllEasy app, Brittany has every part of the online customer journey covered and tailored for ease.
Furthermore, the wide collection of beautiful luxury houses and lots it offers are remarkably attractive themselves. Complete with the thematic appeal inspired by scenic destinations in the world, exclusively well-maintained amenities, around the clock security personnel and service staff, a master-planned landscape of lush greenery, and impressive mansions as model units of classic architecture–there’s no questioning why Brittany Corporation is the top-of-mind luxury home choice of the affluent folk.
With Brittany Corporation taking the lead in the luxury real estate niche, discerning individuals and families will surely find prized investment opportunities here. New and exciting virtual features will enhance your customer experience and advance you further in the path towards your dream home investment.
Visit VPortal to register and take part in this year’s first virtual property expo.
Building Investment Momentum in Challenging Times was a professional learning webinar on investment opportunities in the New Normal. It was held on 22 May 2021, starting at 2PM onwards via Zoom. An exclusive affair, it was a registration-only webinar open to industry leaders, real estate professionals, and valued clients of Brittany Corporation. As such, the link was only released to those who were invited to register and have accomplished the registration process.
Official poster of the investment seminar, featuring industry experts as guest speakers.
The New Normal is a Period of Progress and Rebirth
The only way is up.
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted everyone’s lives and businesses, leaving no industry or even country untouched in the year 2020. This year, the New Normal is human civilization’s mass effort in picking up the pieces, repairing the damages, and trying to build a new sense of normalcy back into the world. On a local level, economists, medical professionals and financial experts have worked double time to provide estimates, as well as guidelines to propel the country back to progression. This is essentially a period of observation, research, and learning so that we may move forward as a nation.
The Philippine real estate industry was affected as well but trends show that it continues to remain optimistic, according to a leading real estate service company Santos Knight Frank. Manila’s prime residential market registered one of the highest growth rates globally in 2019, increasing by a whopping 6.5 percent in Knight Frank’s Prime International Residential Index. That makes the residential market growth rate of Metro Manila alone, the eighth highest globally and impressively the third highest in Asia. This growth is driven by a tight supply of luxury and high-end properties, an increasing number of Filipino UHNI or ultra-high net worth individuals, and continued demand from foreign buyers.
Other industries that thrived during the pandemic are those that were able to adapt quickly and have been subjected to digital transformations, such as those in the services sector. This is because these businesses are not that dependent on external factors such as customs, and offer services that can easily be moved online, can be packaged as home services, or can be delivered through local couriers. In fact, the exponential growth of e-commerce giant Amazon has been fueled by the pandemic through the simple influx of online orders. Of course, with carefully curated and well planned steps amidst the global crisis, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos ended 2020 even richer—still the wealthiest person in the world—after making tens of billions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Now more than ever is careful planning not only a good value to have, but also essential to save businesses, industries, and even countries.
BGC is the picture of economic growth.
Building Momentum for Smarter Investments in an Improving Economy
Keep moving forward.
By definition, momentum refers to the amount of motion occurring in something that is moving or the force that drives something forward to keep it moving. When there is no momentum, or driving force, there is no movement; and when there is no movement, there is no progress. Negative momentum, on the other hand, is characterized by regression and decline through actions without thought, behavior without intention, and plans without direction. The goal is not to avoid monotony, but to avoid failure, because there is no room for that in success. Contrary to common belief, success means not just doing something or making any decision, but also doing it with intention and careful planning. There is a comprehensive process before that one simple yet crucial decision that could either drive positive growth or negative results.
How do we know we are taking steps in the right direction?
The simple answer to this question is knowledge. As the popular adage goes, “knowledge is power.” And the best type of knowledge is wisdom that comes from a combination of experience and training. That’s why learning from leaders and experts these days has become so valuable. It’s definitely a more efficient way of holistic learning than going through the entire process of trials and errors that experienced professionals have gained useful insights from already. After all, It’s only right to learn as much as we can first instead of making risks in such sensitive times as this.
Investment Insights from Certified Industry Leaders and Experts
Business investors have had difficulty strategizing and estimating outcomes based on market behavior, since the stock market right now is very volatile and still heavily impacted by the global pandemic. Furthermore, the global financial crisis brought about by the pandemic has forced investors to take a closer look on their assets to safeguard their finances, some even liquidating or pulling out shares from businesses that may not be as profitable as they once were before the pandemic.
Due to these difficult times, financial experts and advisors are now well sought after. Fortunately, Brittany’s exclusive webinar entitled Building Investment Momentum in Challenging Times proved to be a relevant response to growing investment concerns. Guest speakers who are experts in investment and business development were able to discuss pressing matters regarding the real estate industry’s performance in the current economy, as well as provide adept investment advice.
The first speaker of the webinar was Andro Leo Beltran, the assistant vice president as well as head of business development and market education for First Metro Securities Brokerage Corporation since 2015. He is also a managing director of a variety of businesses, proving his experience and competence in his field. He is an accredited lecturer and trainer with licenses in Philippine Stock Exchange, Securities and Exchange Commission, and Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. Add to that his professional certifications from the likes of Bloomberg.
The second speaker was Joey Bondoc, the associate director for research in Colliers International Philippines. Prior to joining Colliers in March 2016, he worked as a research manager for a research and consultancy firm where he handled business, political, and macroeconomic analysis. He took part in a number of consultancy projects with multilateral agencies and provided research support and policy recommendations to key government officials and top executives of MNCs in the Philippines.
We have learned so much from these credible guest speakers on the much anticipated webinar held last 22 May 2021. Brittany Corporation arranged this momentous webinar as part of its efforts to provide value to its clients through digital transformations, and help improve the country’s economy in the long run.
Stay tuned for more exclusive webinars and other updates by following Brittany’s social media platforms:
Building Investment Momentum in Challenging Times is a professional learning webinar on investment opportunities in the New Normal. It will be held on 22 May 2021, starting at 2 PM onwards via Zoom. An exclusive affair, it is a registration-only webinar open to industry leaders, real estate professionals, and valued clients of Brittany Corporation. As such, the link will only be released to those who were invited to register and have accomplished the registration process.
Official poster of the investment seminar, featuring industry experts as guest speakers.
The New Normal is a Period of Progress and Rebirth
The only way is up.
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted everyone’s lives and businesses, leaving no industry or even country untouched in the year 2020. This year, the New Normal is human civilization’s mass effort in picking up the pieces, repairing the damages, and trying to build a new sense of normalcy back into the world. On a local level, economists, medical professionals, and financial experts have worked double time to provide estimates, as well as guidelines to propel the country back to progression. This is essentially a period of observation, research, and learning so that we may move forward as a nation.
The Philippine real estate industry was affected as well but trends show that it continues to remain optimistic, according to a leading real estate service company Santos Knight Frank. Manila’s prime residential market registered one of the highest growth rates globally in 2019, increasing by a whopping 6.5 percent in Knight Frank’s Prime International Residential Index. That makes the residential market growth rate of Metro Manila alone, the eighth highest globally and impressively the third highest in Asia. This growth is driven by a tight supply of luxury and high-end properties, an increasing number of Filipino UHNI or ultra-high net worth individuals, and continued demand from foreign buyers.
There are several digital tools available today that could help homebuyers come to a decision faster, especially when deciding on buying luxury real estate.
Other industries that thrived during the pandemic are those that were able to adapt quickly and have been subjected to digital transformations, such as those in the services sector. This is because these businesses are not that dependent on external factors such as customs, and offer services that can easily be moved online, can be packaged as home services or can be delivered through local couriers. In fact, the exponential growth of e-commerce giant Amazon has been fueled by the pandemic through the simple influx of online orders. Of course, with carefully curated and well-planned steps amidst the global crisis, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos ended 2020 even richer—still the wealthiest person in the world—after making tens of billions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Now more than ever is careful planning not only a good value to have, but also essential to save businesses, industries, and even countries.
BGC is the picture of economic growth.
Building Momentum for Smarter Investments in an Improving Economy
Keep moving forward.
By definition, momentum refers to the amount of motion occurring in something that is moving or the force that drives something forward to keep it moving. When there is no momentum, or driving force, there is no movement; and when there is no movement, there is no progress. Negative momentum, on the other hand, is characterized by regression and decline through actions without thought, behavior without intention, and plans without direction. The goal is not to avoid monotony, but to avoid failure, because there is no room for that in success. Contrary to common belief, success means not just doing something or making any decision, but also doing it with intention and careful planning. There is a comprehensive process before that one simple yet crucial decision that could either drive positive growth or negative results.
How do we know we are taking steps in the right direction?
The simple answer to this question is knowledge. As the popular adage goes, “knowledge is power.” And the best type of knowledge is wisdom that comes from a combination of experience and training. That’s why learning from leaders and experts these days has become so valuable. It’s definitely a more efficient way of holistic learning than going through the entire process of trials and errors that experienced professionals have gained useful insights from already. After all, It’s only right to learn as much as we can first instead of taking risks in such sensitive times as this.
Investment Insights from Certified Industry Leaders and Experts
Businesses rely on industry experts to get accurate and relevant news and updates.
Business investors have had difficulty strategizing and estimating outcomes based on market behavior since the stock market right now is very volatile and still heavily impacted by the global pandemic. Furthermore, the global financial crisis brought about by the pandemic has forced investors to take a closer look at their assets to safeguard their finances, some even liquidating or pulling out shares from businesses that may not be as profitable as they once were before the pandemic.
Due to these difficult times, financial experts and advisors are now well sought after. Fortunately, Brittany’s upcoming exclusive webinar entitled Building Investment Momentum in Challenging Times is a relevant response to growing investment concerns. Guest speakers who are experts in investment and business development will be able to discuss pressing matters regarding the real estate industry’s performance in the current economy, as well as provide adept investment advice.
Andro Leo Beltran is the assistant vice president as well as head of business development and market education for First Metro Securities Brokerage Corporation since 2015. He is also a managing director of a variety of businesses, proving his experience and competence in his field. He is an accredited lecturer and trainer with licenses in Philippine Stock Exchange, Securities and Exchange Commission, and Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. Add to that his professional certifications from the likes of Bloomberg.
Joey Bondoc is the associate director for research in Colliers International Philippines. Prior to joining Colliers in March 2016, he worked as a research manager for a research and consultancy firm where he handled business, political, and macroeconomic analysis. He took part in a number of consultancy projects with multilateral agencies and provided research support and policy recommendations to key government officials and top executives of MNCs in the Philippines.
There is much more to discover and learn from these credible guest speakers on the much-anticipated webinar on 22 May 2021. Brittany Corporation is looking forward to this momentous investment webinar, as part of its efforts to provide value to its clients through digital transformations and help improve the country’s economy in the long run.
Brittany Investment Webinar
On May 22 (Saturday) 02:00 PM via Zoom, join us in getting expert advice from Mr. Andro Beltran, AVP and Head of Business Development and Market Education at First Metro Securities Brokerage Corporation, and Mr. Joey Bondoc, Senior Research Manager at Colliers International Philippines, on how to build investment momentum in the equity and luxury real estate markets amid challenging times.
Brittany Corporation, together with MGS Construction Incorporated, topped off Bernese, the first building of the Alpine Villas, Crosswinds’ esteemed residential condominium project. This milestone took place on the 30th of April 2021 at Crosswinds, Tagaytay. Amidst the pandemic, Brittany Corporation continues to develop themed luxury developments inspired by the world’s most scenic destinations in the most sought-after prime locations, fulfilling its promise to turn over the first building in the fourth quarter of the year.
Alpine Villas’ momentous topping-off ceremony on a foggy Friday morning.
Alpine Villas is a 2.8-hectare real estate development that sits on Crosswinds. Crosswinds is a master-planned community strategically located at one of the highest points of Tagaytay. Situated 582m above sea level, Bernese is the first building of the mid-rise luxury condominium properties of Alpine Villas at Crosswinds, ready to welcome its homeowners into their new elegant and luxurious abode in the fourth quarter of the year. Strictly following health safety measures and observing social distancing, the exclusive guests from Brittany Corporation and MGS Construction Inc. celebrated the momentous topping-off ceremony through the final pouring of cement on the 6th floor of Alpine Villas’ Bernese.
A typical elegantly decorated studio unit of Alpine Villas.
Embraced by over 35,000 pine trees, Alpine Villas offers a serene and tranquil setting across Crosswinds’ commercial strip, complemented with a refreshing set of resort-inspired amenities. It is conveniently located across Crosswinds’ prominent and exquisite retail row that houses concept restaurants and gourmet cafes such as Cafe Voila and Ruined Project?. A mid-rise condominium development that has a shorter investment cycle. Upon turnover this year, our investors will reap returns through accelerated capital value appreciation and rental yield from Tagaytay’s robust leasing market.
The pre-selling condominium units in the style of Swiss chalets are set to turn over its first building, Bernese, by the year’s end. The topping-off ceremony of Bernese is a major milestone to the company’s venture into mid-rise luxury condominium properties and great pride to the people behind it. Alpine Villas homeowners will soon experience luxurious living taken to a higher level as Brittany Corporation sets the bar high in giving a full exclusive condo living from the heights of the city.
The official poster of the 7th Annual Las Pinas Food Festival in the theme: Harvest of Our Garden Meals.
The 7th Annual Las Pinas Food Festival was held virtually last 29 April 2020, a tradition organized by the city of Las Pinas to celebrate the colorful culture of the city through healthy living and homegrown food. This initiative by Sen. Cynthia Villar, together with Congw. Camille Villar, aims to promote the importance of urban farming and nutrition, especially now that we are facing a global health crisis. Although the COVID virus is not a nutritional issue, children and adults with low immunity and nutritional or vitamin deficiencies are more susceptible to acquiring the virus mentioned, as well as other diseases.
This event is truly a silver lining amidst the gloomy situation that the country is in. To boost morale in the community, the 20 barangays of Las Pinas – including that of Portofino Heights Alabang: Barangay Almanza Dos – were encouraged to showcase their cooking talents and urban farming skills in a cooking competition and an urban gardening competition respectively. The cooking competition was, of course, judged by chefs and food industry professionals.
For the Villars, education is the key to progress. Hence, public schools of the city also participated in an inter-school urban gardening competition, educating the children on public health and the many benefits of eating their vegetables. Through this festival, the Las Pinas citizens were able to enjoyably showcase their strengths, talents, and the beautiful culture that the city is known for.
Scallion Fritata dish, expertly cooked and prepared by Las Pinas City Barangay Manuyo Uno.
You’d be surprised at the creativity and ingenuity of the barangay cooking competition representatives, as they came up with mouth-watering yet healthy dishes from the produce of their barangay’s urban gardening efforts.
Awarding of Las Pinas Barangay Talon Dos, literally jumping for joy, for winning best dish in the inter-Barangay cooking competition. Sen. Cynthia Villar and Congw. Camille Villar were virtually present to congratulate each and every winner.
Winners and participants of these competitions were awarded essentials such as five thousand worth of grocery packs, complete urban gardening sets, as well as cash prizes to further enhance the quality of living in Las Pinas. The citizens were also provided with educational materials and shown informational presentations on health, proper diets, and COVID measures. After all, as the old adage goes, “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.”
With everyone’s safety in mind, the festival was composed of pocket competitions that were isolated to involve only the participants and judges. Therefore, most of the virtual commencement was pre-recorded, but the awarding was live, showing the joy and pride of the barangay and school representatives as they won via Zoom. Truly, it was a joyful moment for the people of Las Pinas City.
The Villar Sipag Way
Social responsibility is the guiding principle of the Villar SIPAG, a non-stock, non-profit organization established in 1995. Since its inception, Villar SIPAG has initiated, implemented, and supported various projects aimed at improving the quality of life of the Filipino people.
One of Villar SIPAG’s earliest programs was ‘Pagtatanim Para Sa Kinabukasan’, a tree-planting program, to create urban forests in open spaces of subdivisions, residential communities, and schools. Over the years, its advocacies and beneficiaries have expanded and diversified in order to reach more people and sectors of society. These include the poor and underprivileged, overseas Filipino workers and their families, the youth, women, the church, and the environment, among others.
Being a social institute for poverty alleviation and governance, Villar Sipag has advocated urban farming for years. Urban farming does not only help beautify the local environment but also provides a self-sustaining source of nutrition and livelihood for people of the community. With the national government restrictions in place and market values unstable, it is of utmost importance that Filipinos adopt urban farming and incorporate it into their everyday lifestyles, as well as educate the youth about its environmental and health benefits.
A source of livelihood that provides meals for the family every day, is better than just one meal today.
The Maginhawa Community Pantry during its early days. Photo courtesy of Ana Patricia Non.
Hosts of Community Pantries are Modern Day Heroes
Community pantries are now a trending charitable effort and deserve all the hype it has garnered this pandemic. From a mere stall that provided free grocery items to the needy in Maginhawa street, Ana Patricia Non inspired a movement that continues to help thousands of people today. One by one, community pantries were set up; and even celebrities were moved to the point where they organized community pantries themselves. Notable for this, and many of her philanthropic endeavors is former Darna actress and model Angel Locsin.
Ana Patricia Non owns and runs a small furniture refurbishing business that employed workers severely affected by the pandemic — construction workers turned woodworkers and jeepney drivers turned delivery men. Within 24 hours, Non’s post had gone viral across all social media platforms and hundreds of Filipinos were requesting for more information on how they could help further this initiative. She reported in a recent Facebook post that, as of 2 May 2020, there are 1,067 community pantries active nationwide. Read her complete update on these community efforts here.
During this time of need and waiting for resources and vaccines, the Filipino qualities of being makabayan shine through as we, as a community, collectively exert effort in helping our fellow brothers and sisters survive another day. Together with this, is the importance of a self-sustaining way of life. As we help each other, let us also do our best to help ourselves. It is with collective effort, combined with education on sustainable living, that will help us through the most difficult times. The Filipino spirit is, after all, known for being strong and resilient, yet full of warmth. And if food is the best way to experience the culture, then sharing it is the best way to keep culture alive.
Buying luxury real estate online: is it possible to do? While it is now possible to buy nearly anything you need or want online, ranging from groceries to food, clothing, and even big-ticket items like designer purses and limited edition sneakers, the Internet has also made it possible for homebuyers to find luxury condos or houses and lots for sale online and request for online consultation with a real estate broker. And because of these extraordinary times, much of the home buying process is now done online, including paying your downpayment and signing legal documentation using an e-signature service.
During these extraordinary times, buying luxury real estate online requires more diligence and seeking subject matter expertise from professionals you can trust.
So yes, you can buy luxury real estate online; and even if we weren’t facing an unprecedented situation similar to now, it makes a lot of sense. Let’s say you are planning to move to a luxury home where there’s more room for you to finally have the home office you want or an upscale property where there are fewer neighbors. To buy a luxury home online, you would first want to search all luxury homes for sale in the market today that will suit your needs before reaching out to a real estate broker.
Digital Tools To Help You In Buying Luxury Real Estate Online
There are several digital tools available today that could help homebuyers come to a decision faster, especially when deciding on buying luxury real estate.
Technological advancements have made the traditional ways of searching for a home and buying luxury real estate over for good. Digital tools now allow home buyers to find a trove of information about potential properties based on what they are looking for and have the capability to make key decisions wherever they are:
Map-Based Search and Research
Listings and property pages nowadays can now be found on web mapping products that offer data points that can help you make real estate decisions like satellite imagery, aerial photography, street maps, 360-degree interactive panoramic views of streets, real-time traffic conditions, and even route planning for traveling by foot, car, air, and public transportation.
Most listing websites allow you to filter your search down to the city of your choosing. From there, the search results will display luxury homes for sale within the location of your choosing.
From here, you can check out and understand the neighborhood of a potential luxury property by studying its proximity to surrounding lifestyle and social infrastructures, to have a good idea of the facilities and amenities available. For example, homebuyers with families will want to check available schools, parks, churches, supermarkets, and shopping malls in the area. A professional will want to check how close it is to the workplace, restaurants, transportation hub, and entertainment facilities to support the fast-paced lifestyle.
High-Quality Virtual Tours
Aside from the property, developers like Brittany also capture aerial views of Crosswinds Tagaytay, a Swiss-inspired community of luxury homes, and the surrounding neighborhood from different angles using drones.
Trippings or appointments – wherein a real estate broker brings prospective home buyers to the location of the actual model of a luxury home or the actual luxury home for sale – are quite popular pre-pandemic. This is because it allows home buyers the ability to fully experience their potential home, including the surrounding neighborhood, so you can see beauty in every detail.
Technology has allowed home buyers from faraway locations to inspect and get a feel of their potential future home via high-quality virtual tours. The advancement of camera technology now enables capturing every nook and cranny of the luxury home for sale in ultra 4K video. Some developers go the extra mile by integrating it with 360-degree interactive panoramic images of the property and the surrounding neighborhood in different angles and stitching it up in a way for potential home buyers to simulate a walking tour with just a few clicks.
Verified Properties
You can view verified unified information about a potential property (and more) straight from the developer’s website.
Typical house and lot units can be easily found online, but they sometimes do not contain verified and unified information about a potential luxury home. As such, it is a good idea to get information from the developer’s website so you can be assured that the information is accurate.
Moreover, the developer’s website also has other relevant information about the luxury home that you may have missed during your home search. It could be other luxury homes that have not yet been listed in any other listing platform on the market, to the latest information about the infrastructure that will improve the quality of life in the neighborhood where the luxury home for sale is located.
24/7 Chatbox
Chatbots help home buyers gather more information or make quick decisions about a luxury home they are looking at directly with a real-life real estate associate.
Social media and messaging apps have shifted many homebuyers to communicate with real estate brokers from the traditional calls or SMS via the network. Aside from the fact that they are cost-effective (you only need to be connected via WiFi or your existing mobile Internet plan). You can even share images, files, and other relevant documentation to help speed up the online buying process.
But not all real estate brokers are online 24/7. To address this concern, developers install a chatbot, which is a software application that pops up from the website and engages in a conversation with potential home buyers about the property they have visited online. The chatbot is programmed to answer popular questions and requests. In most cases, they can even initiate real-time actions, like sending a quote or help process a downpayment online.
Online Payment Facility
Making a reservation or processing a downpayment on a luxury home for sale is now possible via a secured online payment facility, which offers a variety of payment options.
For faster and more convenient payment options, developers like Brittany offer online payment solutions for easier and smoother real estate transactions, including buying luxury real estate from their website or affiliated realty portals. Utilizing an online payment facility with a variety of payment options, including e-wallet and international remittance payments, Brittany helps encourage more home buyers and their families to take the all-important step towards owning a luxury house and lot property for sale electronically.
Are there Cons of Buying Luxury Real Estate Online?
The biggest drawback of doing everything online is being unable to see your potential luxury home in person before you commit.
If you like to do things traditionally, then being able to physically visit the luxury house and lot for sale and explore the property is an experience you treasure. There’s nothing better than being inside the property and imagining a luxury home like yours in the future with all of the things, and people you love. While verified property pages, videos, virtual tours, and high-quality images provide you with all of the information you need to know about the property, there might be some things that you can’t truly grasp, especially if you are doing it for the very first time. Even the richest people in the world rely on experts to ensure that they get the best value of the luxury home they paid for.
With that being said, a real estate broker can guide you to make sure you are making the right decision for you, from your home search to choosing your financing.
Tips When Buying Luxury Real Estate Online
Start your journey of owning a luxury home with Brittany by checking their property offerings to explore a community you want to be a part of.
Tips to help you navigate the process online
1. Know what you want, and what you don’t want first, before searching.
Are you looking for specific amenities and features in a luxury home for sale? Noting it down will help not only you, but also your real estate broker figure out what upscale property you are looking for within your price range, or even above that. It is also possible that your real estate broker may have the latest luxury homes available that have not been listed yet, but checks all of your boxes and is situated in a coveted position.
2. Evaluate your final options.
Evaluating your luxury home options can be a complicated process to do. It can be because they have certain features or aspects that are non-negotiable or that the other might be located in a coveted address with better security.
If you prefer to visit at least your top options, you can always schedule trippings to help you arrive at your final decision. At Brittany, you can schedule an appointment so a real estate associate can properly endorse your property viewing schedule. Simply fill up the necessary details and wait for a response from one of Brittany’s sales officers here.
Sometimes, it all comes down to pricing and financing, especially for luxury properties that are neck-to-neck in terms of your wants and needs. See the next item to learn how to evaluate using financing options.
3. Consider financing options.
In many cases, buyers are putting down far more on luxury homes. Sometimes, picking the winner means choosing the luxury home that has been prequalified or pre-approved. Sometimes, it also means choosing which bank or lender has a shorter financing approval process. Also, it can boil down the luxury property that requires less financing paperwork. If you have are on a timeline, you will decide on the luxury property that you can own quickly.
4. Don’t Forget Your Potential Obligations.
Owning a luxury home comes with the obligations of different complexity and scale as compared to a typical condo or house and lot. This means maintenance and upkeep, improvements, utilities, homeowners’ association fees, and even property taxes will be significant. that you need to take these into account should you push through with one of your final options. Consulting experts such as tax and financial planners, bankers, and attorneys will help you provide more insight into your potential purchase.
5. Consult someone you like and trust.
Most agents will be able to show you a property, but the great ones will even have access to luxury properties that’s are not on the market yet and other information that can help steer you through the process seamlessly.
Brittany prides itself as the luxury residential arm of Vista Land, one of the leading integrated property developers and the largest homebuilder in the Philippines. As the first to conceptualize and execute modern luxury homes and luxury houses and lots in the Philippines, developments have become rich in character and sophisticated in their thematic appeal. As award-winning modern luxury homes, Brittany pioneered these five luxury residential communities. These luxury residential communities, which are inspired by the most scenic destinations in the world, are strategically located near essential establishments like commercial establishments, schools, hospitals, groceries, and can be accessed via major road networks and thoroughfares:
The Swiss Themed Communities at Crosswinds Tagaytay
Crosswinds Tagaytay is a luxury estate in Tagaytay that not only offers luxury houses and lots, but also offers lots only, townhomes, and condominium units in a private sanctuary. Picture yourself living in a relaxing home by the countryside surrounded by over 35,000 homegrown pine trees.
The Italian-inspired Themed Communities of Portofino Alabang
Portofino Alabang offers award-winning luxury homes that were inspired by the chic style and elegance of cosmopolitan Italy.
The Old English Themed Communities of Brittany Sta. Rosa
The Southern, classic-themed luxury homes in Augusta and Georgia Club, themed luxury residential communities located in Sta. Rosa, calls to mind the sensibilities and serenity of the Old English neighborhood in the US.
The grand yet cozy mansions of the Promenade in Brittany Sta. Rosa
Enjoy the quaint English countryside and live in the grand luxury mansions surrounded by hedged cobbled paths at the thriving 300-hectare master-planned community of the Promenade.
The San Franciscan-Inspired Communities of La Posada, Sucat
La Posada features Victorian-inspired modern luxury homes within a hilly residential community, reminiscent of the streets of San Francisco.
Panoramic view of warm Italian houses surrounded by tall palm trees and pine trees, and rising above them all is a classic European orthodox style church.
Final Thoughts
There is no denying the fact that buying luxury real estate is made easier, thanks to the online tools available today. However, you always have the prerogative to supplement your online research with physical offline research, down to the developer’s track record and building quality. With the social distancing guidelines in place, especially with face-to-face interactions, you can schedule your tripping appointment in advance so you can visit and inspect the actual luxury home safely and have a full understanding of what you are going to buy.
Moreover, it pays to work with experts to help you make informed decisions. From the real estate associate and broker to your banker, lawyer, and even your financial planner, the right people will ensure that you are in the right hands every step of the online buying journey.
The standard of luxury now comes with the added value of convenience in the comforts of your own dream luxury home.
Purchasing your dream luxury home involves a lot of decision-making – what kind of house to purchase, in what neighborhood, at which price point? Once you have selected and successfully purchased your dream home, the decision-making does not stop there. Next, you have to think about interiors, designs, furniture. Now that you have a home you can truly call yours, how can you make it be the best for your family?
What you can do is complement your luxury home with elegant furniture and top-of-the-line appliances. Invest in statement pieces that will match with your Italian-themed or Southern American-inspired home. Elevate your home living with the right furniture providing the utmost comfort and sophistication perfect for your luxurious lifestyle. All these you can achieve with the various services and benefits offered by AllHome, your home depot and a one-stop-shop for ALL your home and builders’ needs.
Only with a beautifully designed interior can you call your home a luxury masterpiece.
Partnering with AllHome for your dream luxury home
AllHome – a member of the Villar group of companies – is a one-stop-shop home improvement retailer in the Philippines. Since its conception in 2013, it has now grown to have almost 20 stores nationwide. From helping you build your dream luxury home to supplying you with only the best furniture and appliances, AllHome can be your go-to partner.
This year, AllHome has partnered with Brittany Corporation to help their homeowners have a seamless move-in to their new dream luxury home. This partnership gives Brittany homeowners the privilege and benefits of being part of the Villar group through AllHome’s various perks and discounts.
AllHome Discounts and Benefits
Buyers of Brittany homes can avail of various AllHome perks upon signing the Acceptance of Property form given by the admin staff prior to the move-in briefing. Buyers who already accepted their properties but are yet to move in can also still avail these great benefits.
AllRewards Card
During the move-in briefing process, the homeowner is automatically given an AllRewards Card membership application form. Upon activation of his/her AllRewards account, the buyer can enjoy the different perks offered like point redemptions, birthday freebies, and special promos like double points per item purchased. Brittany homeowners are automatically eligible to be a Platinum Card member. Exclusive privileges like free coffee at Coffee Project and a 3% discount on AllHome in-house brand can be enjoyed by AllRewards Platinum Card members.
Mobile App Vouchers
AllRewards also has its mobile app which can be downloaded in Apple App Store or Google Play Store. With the AllRewards mobile app, members can reap rewards from the convenience of their mobile phones. Here, members can have access to different app vouchers that they can use in AllHome and its retail partners – AllDay Supermarket, AllSports, AllToys, Bake My Day, Coffee Project, All American, Market Liberty, Vista Cinemas, Kinder City, and Chicken Deli Bistro to name a few.
AllHome Gift Cards
If a new or current Brittany homeowner purchases P100,00, P150,000, or P200,000 worth of furniture or appliances in a single-receipt transaction at AllHome, he/she will get a gift card with a value of P3,000, P5,000, and P10,000 respectively. To claim the gift card, he/she will be asked to present his/her ID and AllRewards card to make sure that he/she is a Brittany homeowner. This promo is effective until March 31, 2021.
Special Discounts for your luxury home
From time to time, AllHome gives out special discounts exclusive to AllRewards cardholders. This is a special privilege given only to AllRewards members so be sure to watch out for these discounts.
All aspects of a Brittany luxury home come together with a partnership with AllHome.
This partnership by Brittany Corporation and AllHome makes every homeowner’s dream of starting their new life much easier. The different luxury furniture and appliances sold at AllHome can be the perfect fit for your dream luxury home. The additional discounts and benefits given to you as a Brittany homeowner certainly are attractive deals. You can visit AllHome’s official website to browse its portfolio of items that may just be perfect for your home. If you want to know more about the AllRewards program, you can also visit the AllRewards FAQs page for more details.
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, many have been forced to stay at home for an indefinite period of time. A lot of activities like going to offices, malls, social gatherings, and traveling for leisure have been gravely affected because of the implementation of safety precautions. New developments in the New Normal made us dependent on some technologies, particularly on reliable internet connection.
The shift to indoor lifestyles like cooking, baking, gardening, and learning new skills created an effective indoor environment for many families. Distance learning and work-from-home setups have also become the new norm for students and working professionals.
Trying out new recipes, watching food blogs, starting your mini home garden, attending the language classes that you have recently enrolled in, or keeping up with your workload while working from home, are the luxuries one can enjoy with a stable and reliable internet connection.
The shift to indoor lifestyles in the New Normal has made most activities internet-based for most professionals, families, and homeowners.
The Benefits of a Reliable Internet Connection
It goes without saying that the invention of the internet has fast-tracked humanity’s evolution to a more digitized world and way of living, offering endless knowledge and entertainment. It plays a critical role in workplace efficiency, stakeholder relations, educational activities, and even connectivity to family and friends, among others.
One of the most important advantages of the internet is speed. Gone are the days of snail mail – literally coined as snail mail due to the long span of time it takes for a receiver to collect a letter, relative to the day the letter was written and submitted to the post office. Now, one can simply message or formally email and the recipient will not only be able to access it, but also receive notifications upon receipt, in a matter of minutes or seconds. Consequently, employees and management no longer need to be right next to each other in order to be productive. In fact, the nationwide quarantine due to the global pandemic proved that the work-from-home setup saves time, energy, and money without compromising productivity.
The educational systems across the globe have also adapted to the new normal by enforcing school from home. Students regularly report to their teachers online and do work in the comforts of their homes. These real-time video call sessions blur the difference between physically attending school and studying online. Prior to the internet, students used to spend so much time trying to research a topic in multiple books. Today, one can research through a search engine like Google with ease, and see thousands of references with just one click.
In terms of relationships, whether familial, romantic, or friendly, one can better manage and maintain healthy connections despite the distance – which is especially true for overseas Filipinos who work abroad for the sake of the family. Within the household, it’s sometimes difficult to leave your senior relatives at home. With the use of the internet in portable gadgets, it’s much easier for them to be able to learn how to work on things and even use online maps to go to unfamiliar destinations, complete with multiple routes and different modes of transportation from point A to point B.
Without a reliable internet connection, those online voice calls, chat messages, and video sessions will make it easier for people to instruct their parents, as well as connect to them during the quarantine. After all, the elderly are most susceptible to contracting the virus. Truly, through the internet, humanity continues to progress amidst a global pandemic.
With the strong demand for reliable internet connection in the New Normal, telco players like Streamtech answers the call for high-speed connectivity for Brittany homeowners.
With the rising demand for technological innovations, a new telco internet service provider player has been introduced in the market – Streamtech. Streamtech offers an affordable and unlimited fiber connection to its subscribers and it aims to be one of the biggest and technically advanced cable systems in the country. Currently they offer services such as fixed broadband for residential and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), Direct Internet Access, and Metro E connectivity for bigger businesses. As of writing, their services are available in Metro Manila, Rizal, Cavite, Batangas, Iloilo, Pampanga, Bulacan, Ilocos, Naga, and Nueva Ecija, with more areas to come as they continuously expand nationwide.
With the many internet service providers in the market now, why choose Streamtech?
First, Streamtech aims to provide a reliable internet connection through its unlimited fiber internet and strong technical support team. Second, with widely-deployed technical teams, Streamtech ensures that its subscribers can experience quick installations of internet connectivity, faster than their competitors can.
The standard of luxury now comes with the added value of a convenient internet experience in the comforts of your own luxury home.
With internet connectivity also being an important factor at home, Brittany Corporation, the leading housing brand of Vista Land for luxury homes in the Philippines, has partnered with Streamtech to provide a high-speed reliable internet connection to its homeowners. The fiber internet connection of Streamtech is now available in the different luxury homes of Brittany’s themed communities in Cavite, with expansions in Laguna coming soon. This partnership entitles Brittany homeowners to enjoy exclusive perks offered by Streamtech, one of which is installation and connectivity within 48 hours after subscription confirmation. This great deal offered by Streamtech can further make life sweeter in your Brittany luxury home as you will have a seamless connection to your work, friends, and loved ones while in the comfort of your home.
A luxury experience at your fingertips
Living in a Brittany home is a luxury in itself. So, having a fast and reliable internet connection sets the standard of high-value home investments. Streamtech’s commitment to providing high-speed connectivity to Brittany homeowners further reinforces the standard of having a luxury home with a more convenient lifestyle a Brittany homeowner should enjoy.
