Outdoor yoga decks, private parks, and serene gardens are some of the new and hottest things in luxury residential buildings, which signal the rise in mindfulness and well-being as the mantra in property developments.

Mindfulness is a form of energy that we generate when we return our attention to our bodies and become aware of what is going on in the present moment, both within and around us. We become conscious of our breathing and return to our bodies, fully engaged in ourselves and our activities.

It is indeed the ideal property for those who seek comfort, tranquility, and mindfulness retreat away from the city

The energy of mindfulness helps us touch life deeply throughout the day, whether we’re brushing our teeth, washing the dishes, walking to work, eating a meal, or driving the car. We can be mindful while standing, walking, or lying down, or while speaking, listening, working, and playing.

Crosswinds offers a slew of outdoor recreation opportunities, from cycling and jogging paths to beautiful running and hiking trails

Practicing mindfulness within oneself and with others in the community is one of the priorities of Brittany Corporation, the luxury residential arm of the country’s largest homebuilder, Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc.

To evoke the sensation of an ultimate retreat, Brittany promotes the mind-body-spirit connection and holistic wellness through Crosswinds; its 100-hectare exclusive enclave tucked away on the face of the lush, sweeping natural hills of Tagaytay.

In Crosswinds, residents can experience total calmness while walking through a lush forest of pine trees while enjoying the panoramic views of nature

Inspired by the natural beauty of Switzerland that shines just as bright, with verdant forests and glistening mountain peaks, Crosswinds is a  world on its own that features lot-only properties and luxury homes and residential buildings in Swiss-chalet styles with large windows and balconies that unite the interior outside and allow the residents to enjoy the mountain soul of typical Swiss-chalet architecture.

In Crosswinds, kids can stay outdoors, play in various green spaces, and spend more time in nature

Over the last years, Crosswinds has been revitalized by developing new and unique retail concepts, luxury condominium buildings and a host of other facilities that have transformed the exclusive community into a year-round destination.

An Exclusive Swiss Condo Living Experience

Encompassing 2.8 hectares of Crosswinds is Alpine Villas, a charming enclave consisting of mid-rise towers in the style of Swiss chalets that are surrounded with charming European-inspired cafes and restaurants.

Alpine Villas is a charming enclave consisting of mid-rise towers in the style of Swiss chalets

Inspired by the most beautiful Swiss chalet villages, Alpine Villas’ first three towers, namely Bernese, Blanc, and Brienz, are situated 540 meters above sea level and command an excellent view of Crosswinds’ exclusive community, lush green foliage of pine trees, open green spaces, and the commercial strip.

The latest tower to complete the first row of the Alpine Villas luxury condo development is Biel, a 9-story tower that offers a total of 58 units with a mix of studio and one-bedroom with balcony with sizes ranging between 30 to 90 sqm. Prices will range from PHP 9M to PHP 31M.

Biel: An Immersion in Nature

Biel is inspired by the concept of bathing one’s senses in the forest atmosphere. At the heart of this concept is the idea of slowing down, practicing mindfulness, and reconnecting with nature – a quest that has taken on added significance since the pandemic began.

Alpine Villas’ newest tower, Biel, was named after a famous Swiss village and was inspired by the concept of bathing one’s senses in the forest atmosphere

Built on the principles of nature-inspired, sustainable design, Biel is designed to reflect Crosswinds natural beauty, incorporating the elements of wood and other natural materials with thirty percent of the luxury condo development dedicated to green open spaces.

In addition, Biel best represents Brittany’s prime development as it offers bigger unit sizes, more open spaces and upgraded features. It stands 540 meters above sea level, Biel commands the best view of the exclusive Crosswinds community, with units facing the morning sun on the southeast side of the building.

It is close to lifestyle hotspots within Crosswinds such as Ruined Project, Napa, Cafe Voila and Coffee Project, where one can enjoy a short walk to the commercial stretch in just around five minutes. Biel is also just a kilometer away from Crosswinds’ unique retail concepts and new attractions such as Windmill Lausanne, Cafe Yama, Dear Joe and Andersen’s Bakery.

Biel will also offer an impressive list of amenities focused on increasing the residents’ sense of well-being. It will offer well-designed, space-efficient vertical residences with a mix of one- and two-bedroom balconies and equipped with 24/7 safety protocols including a CCTV system in all common areas, Wi-Fi, and building systems.

The units were also designed with versatility in mind, another nod to the pandemic and how it has changed the property owners to utilize their living space, allowing them to create additional space and have more flexibility in their own unit.

Moreover, Biel will offer passive and active spaces such as a straightforward exercise room and a curated gym, private park, kids’ outdoor play area, pet park, biking and jogging trails, function hall and tranquility garden.

A Year-Round Destination

Residents at Biel will be spoilt for choice in terms of nature-inspired activities. Beyond the breathtaking scenic views and  acre upon acre of land studded with thousands of pine trees, Brittany has invested heavily in developing the Crosswinds community with a promise of a stunning retreat no matter which time of the year.

Crosswinds offers a slew of outdoor recreation, from cycling and jogging paths to beautiful running and hiking trails. Other notable developments in Crosswinds aside from it’s luxury condo development includes a luxury hotel, The Crosswinds Suites as well as retail concepts that offer gorgeous scenery on top of sumptuous meals.

More Than  Just an Investment

COVID-19 has brought about a shift in priorities – people have begun to focus more on enjoying life and living in the moment. This change in mindset extends to what properties people are choosing to invest in. For most property buyers, the most valuable luxury is time and convenience and being able to live their best lives.

To that end, properties at Crosswinds hold great appeal. People can now understand that they are buying something to enjoy as well as a smart and stable investment. Crosswinds Tagaytay and its luxury condo development Alpine Villas serve many curious homebuyers looking to push the boundaries of what will help them live the best of everything life has to offer.

Crosswinds Tagaytay truly revels in the beauty of nature

With cold breezes, lush pine trees, and magnificent flora year-round, one can practice meditation and mindfulness every day, informally outside in nature. It is indeed the ideal property for those who seek comfort, tranquility, and mindfulness retreat away from the city.

Brittany Corporation, the company behind this exclusive, nature-inspired enclave, also offers a fine selection of home designs, luxury condo, and lot-only properties in excellent locations such as Portofino in Alabang, La Posada in Sucat, and Georgia Club in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

Brittany Corporation, the luxury residential arm of the country’s largest homebuilder, Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc., recognized its sales partners through its first-ever Sales Excellence Awards, a program organized by Brittany to recognize its partners from different sales networks for their exceptional performance in the first quarter of this year.

2022 proved to be a momentous time for Brittany as it kicked off the year with a back-to-back sales performance and a continuous increase in reservation sales. It was also the first time that the company launched a program promoting sales excellence among its sales frontliners.

Elevate, Brittany Corporation’s first-ever Sales Excellence Awards

The Brittany Sales Excellence Awards was held on May 5, 2022, at an exclusive event at the Mella Hotel. The event, which bore the theme “Elevate” resonates with the company’s vision to elevate the standards of real estate above and beyond. Earl Millanes, Brittany Corporation Division Head, Joshua Ray Cabungan, Brittany Sales & Marketing Head; and Veronica Belaos and John Carlo Rodriguez, Brittany Project Marketing Heads, also graced the event and addressed the awardees with their special messages.

Five main awards were given this year to Brittany’s top-performing sales partners.

These awards include the Spotlight Award, which recognized the seller with the highest conversion rate; the Ace Leaderboard Award for the Property Investment Consultant and Sales Manager category; the Pinnacle Award, which recognized the top Managing Director for the first quarter of the year 2022; the President’s Circle, which was given to the top sales group; and the Circle of Excellence Award, which was presented to the top Sales Network of the quarter.

With a common goal to commit to excellence and elevate the standards of luxury real estate, Brittany is optimistic about hitting its sales targets with its valuable sellers and business partners.

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Brittany Corporation is the luxury residential arm of the largest homebuilder, Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc. With Brittany’s Old World European and American-themed projects, Brittany creates masterpieces of luxury living for sophisticated home buyers with a taste for artful living.

Brittany offers a fine selection of home designs in excellent locations such as Portofino in Alabang, La Posada in Sucat, Georgia Club in Sta. Rosa, Laguna and Crosswinds in Tagaytay.

Everyone missed the night-outs, meeting new people, and interacting with colleagues and friends personally, not through the screens of our phones. After the pandemic hiatus, people are slowly going back to their normal lives outside the four corners of their rooms. Last April 29, 2022, Savoir-Faire, the grand investors’ night hosted by Brittany Corporation, gave its sellers and clients a chance to catch up over some cocktails and drinks.

The Savoir-Faire started around 6 o’clock, as dusk approached. Best paired with the venue’s theme, the attendees were also in on their posh looks. The lights, ambiance, the scent, the drinks, the food, the ladies, and the gentlemen all depict elegance, just like Brittany. Everyone was dressed in semi-formal attire, and the women were all dressed up in cocktail dresses.

The event occurred at Sixty Four, a new retro-themed bistro located at Evia Lifestyle Center in Daang- Hari, Las Piñas City. The place has an interior of vintage fashion that goes very well with the star of the night, Brittany. Elegance was seen from inside to outside. This was one of the first times Brittany had synergized with other brands.

As you enter the place, you will be welcomed with grace and style as the place was inspired by the famous song by The Beatles, When I am Sixty Four. The place has vintage walls, as well as a display of vinyl records that you can ask to play, wall artwork, and more. The event took place on the second floor of the café, giving the attendees some privacy.

The event was planned to give Brittany’s accredited sellers an opportunity to connect with potential investors as they flaunt the luxury developments of Brittany. As the night gets deeper, multiple sellers also impart their wisdom and share their knowledge of real estate and property investments.

The goal of the Savoir-Faire was to give the sellers a chance to show what Brittany is all about; Elegance, Luxury, and Finesse. Vista Land creates these events to make sure sellers feel their value for being a part of the growing family. Savoir-Faire is also the best venue to discuss the project features and real estate outlook and spread the word about exclusive promos and discounts.

The night was indeed full of laughter and joy as sellers were able to close deals and gain potential investors for their projects. The clients responded with an overwhelming interest in the top-tier projects of Vista Alabang.

Vista Alabang is a prime development of the most luxurious houses in Daang Hari with its Italian-inspired architectural design, strategic location, and world-class amenities. Situated at Vista Alabang, Daang Hari, Brittany by Vista Land offers houses such as Ghiberti luxury home, a ready home with a 349 square meter lot area perfect for bigger families.

Why is Brittany by Vista Land a good investment?

Aside from the grand and glamorous thematic homes to own, the properties are situated inside a community where influential and elite people reside. This boosts confidence for people living in it, giving them a sense of satisfaction and the feeling of the good life. Brittany aims to provide high-quality living and a community of refinement, elegance, and comfort.

The state-of-the-art facilities and satisfactory services also make a living in communities inspired by the world-class destinations exceptional. The place is situated near the business districts of Metro Manila, schools and universities, restaurants, supermarkets, malls, parks, hospitals, and other places necessary for a person’s everyday life.

Living in the community gives you everything you need within a 5-minute drive from the Evia Lifestyle Center, SOMO Mall, 10 minutes away from the Asian Hospital Medical Center, 20 minutes away from BGC, and the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, and 30 minutes from the Makati Central Business District. It’s also a couple of minutes away from big universities such as De La Salle University Dasmarinas.

Talks are always smoother over a cup of coffee or some cocktails. This is what everyone missed when everyone was required to stay at home. Though in this technological age, everything is possible when you have a smartphone and the internet, it is still different when you are talking face-to-face. The trust you can gain by meeting the person eye to eye and the bond you build with hands shaking are experiences that cannot be replaced with engagements done through the internet. Sellers and clients were given the venue to talk business in the most comfortable setting.

Sixty Four was filled with new meetings and new opportunities. Of course, still abiding by the safety precautions, the night ended with closed deals and satisfied partners.

“To be truly wealthy you have to have a motivation bigger than just making money.”

Vista Land & Lifescapes founder Mr. Manny Villar shared this inspiring quotation. Behind these powerful words are the experiences he gained through the years that taught him to achieve his dreams by coming up with his deep whys. The intention to be rich will end too quickly if it is being fueled by the desire to just earn lots of money because if the time comes that you did not get money in exchange for all your hardwork you will quit easily, but if you know your deep why from the beginning of your venture, there’s no way you will quit easily. As he stated, you got to have a motivation bigger than money, and that motivation will sustain you, keep you going, and see you through till you reach your goal.

“To be truly wealthy you have to have a motivation bigger than just making money.” – Manny Villar | Photo from Forbes Website

Filipino Business Tycoons in the Philippines

Having your deep whys in the things you are doing will indeed bring you far. A great motivation will allow you to step on the ladder going to success. Successful entrepreneurs in the Philippines have the greatest motivations and the deepest whys bringing them to the top where everyone is looking up.

We’re Sharing with you the Filipino Businessmen and entrepreneurs in the Philippines who made it to the Top 10 Richest People in the Philippines last year 2021.

1. Sy Siblings

“While I am not big with words, I am big and bold in my dreams and visions”- Henry Sy

Combined riches of the Sy Siblings made them top the Philippines Riches Business People | Photo from Gulf News Website

The late father of the Sy Siblings, Mr. Henry Sy Shoe, left this quotation to everyone to know that having big and bold dreams and visions is key to success. As a result of his hard work in reaching his dreams and the power of his visions, even his children benefitted from it. Maybe not with his wealth but in the character he exemplified and the passion he showed while building his empire.

Sy Siblings, Successful entrepreneurs in the Philippines

The Sy Siblings namely Teresita, Elizabeth, Henry Jr. Hans, Herbert, and Harley ranked first on Philippines Richest People last 2021 with their collective net worth of $16.16B which is largely stakes from the group’s publicly traded SM Investments and SM Prime. Currently, the siblings play as the company’s board and guide on SM’s overall strategy.

2. Manny Villar

Property Tycoon, Housing Industry Leader, and the biggest Homebuilder in Southeast Asia, Mr. Manuel B. Villar or MBV as his Brittany Corporation staff calls him ranked second to the Top 10 Richest Businessmen in the Philippines for the year 2021. He remains to be the wealthiest individual with an estimated net worth of $6.7 billion mostly from his real estate business.

MBV continues to supervise all his business ventures, especially his housing business, the Vista Land & Lifescapes (comprised of Camella, Bria, Crown Asia to name a few) – Brittany Corporation which creates the most beautiful houses in the Philippines and the most elegant luxury condo that you can find.

He is now being known to be one of the businessmen that operate businesses that circle the needs from life to death and everything in between. As the business analysts put it into words, it is a good strategy in the business industry.

3. Enrique Razon Jr.

Photo from Gulf News Website

With a $5.8 billion estimated net worth, Mr. Enrique Razon can buy the most beautiful houses in the Philippines or multiple house and lot properties for sale. He is the third richest Filipino businessman last year. Mr. Razon currently heads the largest operator of ports in the Philippines which is the International Container Terminal Services.

4. Lance Gokongwei and Siblings

Photo from JG Summit Website

A combined estimated net worth of $4B made Mr. Lance Gokongwei and his siblings are part of the Top 10 Richest Businessmen in the Philippines. Lance and his siblings Robina, Lisa, Faith, Hope, and Marcia help each other to maintain the success of their businesses such as JG Summit, Robinson Retails, and Universal Robina. Last year June 2021, they did not just acquire house and lot property for sale, but they acquired another investment to grow their wealth which is under Shakey’s Pizza, one of the country’s local pizza chains.

Lance Gokongwei and Siblings Networth

A combined estimated net worth of $4B made Mr. Lance Gokongwei and his siblings are part of the Top 10 Richest Businessmen in the Philippines. Lance and his siblings Robina, Lisa, Faith, Hope, and Marcia help each other to maintain the success of their businesses such as JG Summit, Robinson Retails, and Universal Robina. Last year June 2021, they did not just acquire house and lot property for sale, but they acquired another investment to grow their wealth which is under Shakey’s Pizza, one of the country’s local pizza chains.

5. Jaime Zobel De Ayala

Photo from Forbes Website

Ranked 5 in Philippines Top 10 richest Businessmen is no other than the former chair of Ayala Group, Mr. Jaime Zobel de Ayala. Mr. Ayala has a $3.3B estimated net worth than can thousands of house and lot properties for sale. Currently his son, Jaime II took over in 2006.

6. Dennis Anthony & Maria Grace Uy

Photo from Forbes Website
This power couple owns Converge ICR Solutions, our country’s largest high-speed internet operator that is perfect for the most beautiful houses in the Philippines. The product and services they provide allow people to work well on the internet. Through their product and services, a good experience over online tripping for house and lot for sale is possible. Because of the success of their business, they accumulated $2.8B for the year 2021 putting them to rank 6 of the Philippines’ Richest Filipino Businessmen.

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7. Tony Tan Caktiong

Photo From IFranchise Website

Mr. Tony Tan Caktiong Jollibee Food Founder, the fastest growing fastfood in Asia ranked top 7 on Philippines Richest Businessmen with a $2.7B estimated net worth.

8. Andrew Tan

Photo From Bilyonaryo Business News Website

Top 8 of the Philippines Richest Businessman is a Chinese-Filipino Billionaire who lives in one of the most beautiful houses in Metro Manila. He has various businesses including Alliance Global Group, Inc., Megaworld Corp., Emperador Inc., and Empire East Land Holding Inc.

9. Ramon Ang

Photo From Manilla Bulletin Website

Mr. Ramon Ang is a Chinese- Filipino Businessman with a $2.3B net worth. He is the president and CEO of Top Frontier Investment Holdings Inc. He is also chairman of Cyber Bay Corp, and Eagle Cement Corp. San Miguel.

10. Ty Siblings

Photo From Primer Website

Ty Siblings Arthur, Alfred, Alesandra, and Anjanette are children of the late business tycoon, Mr. George TY founder of Metrobank. Mr. Arthur Ty leads the GT Capital and as he chairs Metrobank he was awarded as Asian Banker CEO Leadership Achievement Award in 2019. Their accumulated net worth reached a $2.2B

What Makes These Businessmen Successful?

These people are ordinary people who did extra ordinary things. A proper amount of discipline, consistent, hard work and the right heart brought them to where they are.

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Brittany Corporation Division Head Earl Millanes (5th from the left) and colleagues host the groundbreaking of Alpine Villas’ Third Tower Brienz on April 28, 2022, in Crosswinds Tagaytay 

Brittany Corporation, the luxury development arm of the largest homebuilder Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc. broke ground for Brienz, the third tower of its luxury condominium Alpine Villas, located in Crosswinds Tagaytay. The Groundbreaking ceremony was held last April 28, 2022.

Present at the milestone were Brittany Corporation representatives, including (L-R): Technical Service Department Head Engr. Rogelio Escala, Jr, Customer Care Department Head Engr. Ramel Alba, Corporate Communications Head Erica Lingat, Sales and Marketing Head  Joshua Cabungan, Division Head Earl Millanes, Project Marketing Head Carlo Rodriguez, Digital Marketing Head Cara Babida, and Engineering Head Earnest Nanola.

Brittany Corporation Division Head Earl Millanes giving his speech on stage

Brienz, The Third Tower of Alpine Villas

Launched in May 2019, Brienz is the newest addition to Alpine Villas’ two Swiss chalet-style condominiums, Bernese and Blanc. Encompassing 2.8 hectares, Alpine Villas is poised to offer a unique Swiss-inspired experience similar to Brittany’s flagship luxury condominium in Crosswinds, The Grand Quartier. Alpine Villas consists of mid-rise towers with charming European-inspired cafes and restaurants.

Named after Lake Brienz in the Swiss chalet village of Brienz in Switzerland, Alpine Villas’ Brienz tower is a 6-storey condominium project that is set amid the stunning landscapes and spectacular mountain scenery of Crosswinds Tagaytay.

Brienz will offer a total of 89 units with a mix of Studio with balcony and One-bedroom with balcony. It will also feature 3 single-loaded gallery levels, which are ideal for an exclusive and relaxing staycation with family or friends.

Future residents will enjoy a mix of high-end lifestyle and leisure amenities such as a fitness gym and clubhouse as well as open spaces. It will also feature a function room, well-designed, space-efficient vertical residences, equipped with 24/7 safety protocols including a CCTV system in all common areas, Wi-Fi, and building systems. The concierge, receptionist, and security personnel will address the needs of the unit owners and tenants.

What Brittany Corporation values

With a long track record of creating value, Brittany Corporation is recognized among residents, investors, and sales partners for its operational excellence, creative vision, and commitment to the communities it serves.

Employee, salesforce, and resident volunteers recently planted trees at Promenade in Sta. Rosa, Laguna as part of Brittany Corporation’s thrust in developing sustainable communities and promoting a more responsible lifestyle

Just a couple of days after Earth Day, Brittany Corporation, the luxury residential arm of the largest homebuilder Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc., kicked off a tree planting drive in one of its luxury developments, Promenade, located in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

Brittany Corporation representatives led the tree planting drive in Promenade Laguna

To celebrate Earth Day and raise awareness

As part of the company’s initiatives to celebrate Earth Day and raise awareness on investing in the planet through the development of sustainable communities and promotion of a more responsible lifestyle, more than 40 residents, salesforce representatives, broker partners and employee volunteers gathered in Promenade to plant pine trees.

These pine trees, native to the region and adapted to local conditions can be found in all the luxury developments of Brittany. Prior to tree planting, the volunteers were oriented with the proper way of planting pine trees which was led by one of Brittany’s resident horticulturists.

Brittany Corporation’s resident horticulturist Kenneth Ceballos orienting the volunteers on how to properly plant pine trees

“The tree planting activity was worth the effort of organizing and coming together. In Brittany, we focus on building luxury residential developments with extensive green spaces in the hopes of creating sustainable communities. We do not compromise luxury but we also want to do the right thing and we acknowledge our responsibility to invest in our planet”, said Earl Millanes, Operations Head of Brittany Corporation.

Building luxury residential developments with extensive green spaces

“When we built this community, we wanted to have a luxury residential development that blends seamlessly with the environment, a sanctuary where the residents can enjoy privacy, exclusivity, and the fruits of a life well-lived”, he added.

Millanes is grateful that there is a good showing of people from the company and the community volunteering their time to plant trees, which signified their intention of living a more responsible lifestyle.

Promenade residents join the tree planting activity

“The environment we live in is very important not only for our health, but also for future generations, and so it is our responsibility to protect it. We are happy to be part of this activity and we will continue to support the management in their commitment to the environment”, as expressed by one of the residents of Promenade who participated in the activity.

Promenade is Brittany’s exclusive and charming cluster in Santa Rosa Laguna

The promenade is Brittany’s exclusive and charming 30-hectare cluster of 235 lots set within lush forests that blend into beautiful knot gardens.

Inspired by the gardens of the English countryside, Promenade features an indulgent country estate with parks on every corner and rotundas with a lush collection of flowering plants and greenery.

Promenade also offers panoramic and unobscured views of the Banahaw fairways of Sta. Elena golf course. In this quiet enclave, there is a limited and exclusive row of lots with fairway views at the backside of each lot.

It also provides the majestic views of Mt. Makiling. At Promenade, residents embrace the wide-open spaces, fresh country air, beautiful landscapes, and the sweeping views of well-groomed fairways that are the signature of this spectacular part of the city with world-class living.

Brittany Corporation has always been committed to environmental conservation.

Brittany Corporation has always been devoted to the conservation of the environment. Beyond delivering luxury residences with world-class features and amenities, Brittany Corporation is committed to being an environmentally responsible company and community partner that cultivates a culture of sustainability and a more responsible lifestyle not only among its residents but also among its employees and salesforce who represent the company.

For more information on Brittany Corporation’s collection of luxury properties, visit www.brittany.com.ph. You may also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. 

Easter egg hunts may have taken a bit of a hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic but many of the country’s Easter-related events and festivities were back recently. Different locations across the country have hosted their respective Easter-related events as people went outside again and prepared to welcome the Easter spirit.

While the pandemic has deprived many kids of the fun experiences, Amore at Portofino, Brittany Corporation’s 32-hectare Tuscan-inspired exclusive gated community located within Vista City, has worked to ensure Easter is not one of them.

Brittany Corporation hosted an easter to remember

Together with Global Land Property Management, Inc., Brittany Corporation hosted and brought back the full Easter egg hunt experience with a multitude of colors and special treats exclusively for Amore at Portofino homeowners and their kids last April 17, 2022, at the clubhouse.

The fun-filled Easter Sunday event featured kids-friendly activities like craft projects, balloon curation, a magic show, and the much-awaited Easter egg hunt.

Families were able to play, take photos, meet other homeowners, and still felt safe and truly enjoyed the beauty of the outdoors and the joy of the holiday tradition.

“I, myself, have a 6-year-old and a 10-year-old and they love coming to events. The Easter activity was so special for them”, shared one of Amore at Portofino homeowners.

“We never in a million years could have asked for or expected this, that’s why we’re grateful to Brittany and the Homeowners Association of Amore at Portofino for organizing this activity”, she added.

The event, which took place last weekend was attended by over 50 residents and their families.

Brittany Corporation is the luxury residential arm of the largest homebuilder, Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc. With Brittany’s Old World European and American-themed projects, Brittany creates masterpieces of luxury living for sophisticated home buyers with a taste for artful living.

What Brittany offers

Brittany offers a fine selection of home designs in excellent locations such as Portofino in Alabang, La Posada in Sucat, Georgia Club in Sta. Rosa Laguna, and Crosswinds in Tagaytay.

For more information on Brittany Corporation’s collection of luxury properties, visit www.brittany.com.ph. You may also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. 

Infrastructure is vital to a nation’s development as it directly affects economic growth. One of the main reasons behind the need for excellent roads is to enable faster transportation of people and goods to other cities, regions, and countries. Without the existence of functional physical infrastructure to serve this purpose, there will be delays that will eventually result to great losses.

As early as 2014, the New York Times reported a loss of 876 billion pesos a year in lost productivity and wasted energy according to a study conducted by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). In a later study by JICA in 2018, the traffic congestion being experienced in Metro Manila costs the nation about 3.5 billion losses per day.

This information just proves the importance of infrastructure and how it will prompt—and even lead—the nation’s economic growth by enhancing connectivity, productivity, and efficiency.

The Philippines is heavily investing in infrastructure through the Build, Build, Build program | Photo by Denniz Futalan from Pexels

What is the Build, Build, Build Program?

To address the so-called “achilles heel” of the nation’s economic development, the administration of President Duterte announced its centerpiece program following his victory in 2016 which is the Build, Build, Build (BBB) program.

President Duterte aims for this massive program to finally usher the “Golden Age of Infrastructure” of the Philippines by allotting a whopping budget of around 9 trillion pesos for the construction of major infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, airports, and other transportation systems that will go beyond the end of his term in 2022.

DPWH Secretary Mark Villar, one of the leaders of the BBB program, with President Duterte | Photo Courtesy from Mark Villar’s Facebook page

Projects under the BBB Program

The BBB program, spearheaded by Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Mark Villar and Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Arturo Tugade, originally listed the following projects:

• 75 infrastructure projects
• Five flood control projects
• Four energy facilities
• Three social infrastructures

Some of these are flagship projects that have a combined cost of P2.2 trillion. These are considered high-impact and intended to facilitate the efficient transport of goods and people, encourage rural development, and create millions of jobs by 2022.

Even with these massive numbers, the government announced a modification from this list a few months before the lockdown started—making the original 75 to become about a hundred projects to combine the ones already in the works and those that were started by the previous administrations.

What are the latest updates on Build, Build, Build projects?

DPWH Secretary Mark Villar recently said this statement in an interview when asked about the BBB program: “We are proud of President Duterte’s BBB program. Over the past five years, the program generated six million jobs. The government built more than 29,000 kilometers of road, over 5,000 bridges, and 150,000 school buildings. We’re able to accomplish a lot despite pandemic.”

The development of Cavite Laguna Expressway is one of the completed projects of the BBB program | Photo Courtesy from Mark Villar’s Facebook page

Shelved Projects under BBB

It seems that BBB remains the pride and legacy of President Duterte’s administration despite the shelving of some flagship projects originally listed in the program. As of November 2019, only 32 of the original 75 projects remained but added with 68 new projects which bulked the list to about a hundred, as previously stated above.

Some of the bridges that will take longer to build have been replaced by local roads, and massive projects that were scheduled to be completed beyond President Duterte’s administration such as the Luzon-Samar and Bohol-Leyte Link Bridges and the Cebu-Bohol and Cebu-Negros bridges have been dropped. Along with these are 10 bridge projects in Metro Manila that were supposedly due next year, 2023.

Still, BBB Delivered to its Promise

Secretary Mark Villar gave a detailed statement on the status of the BBB projects last June 2021. He said, “A total of 6.5 million workers made ‘Build, Build, Build’ a reality. We are confident that President Duterte’s promise of decongesting EDSA by 2022 will become a reality. In one month, we will open the Pantaleon-Estrella Bridge which will connect Makati and Mandaluyong within 12 minutes. Before the term of the President ends, we will complete the construction of several big-ticket projects, including the Kalayaan Bridge linking Taguig and Pasig, Binondo-Intramuros Bridge, Mindanao Avenue Extension, Katipunan Avenue Extension, and the NLEX-SLEX Connector project which will connect Skyway Stage 3 and NLEX Harbor Link.”

The Binondo-Intramuros Bridge recently opened this April 2022 | Photo Courtesy from Mark Villar’s Facebook page

Secretary Arturo Tugade added, “Since 2016, the Department of Transportation has completed a total of 212 airport projects and working on 102 more. This 2021, we are set to inaugurate various completed airport projects in Clark, Catarman, Butuan, Busuanga, Zamboanga, Siquijor, General Santos, and Bicol. Across the archipelago, we have also completed a total of 446 seaport projects, while 117 more are ongoing. New railways are also being built and existing rail lines are getting much-needed upgrades. In fact, this month, we will finally inaugurate the LRT-2 East Extension, and before the year ends, the massive rehabilitation of the MRT-3 and the Common Station will be completed. To date, we have a total of 1,090 kilometers of railway length with ongoing project implementation. To decongest EDSA, we have established the EDSA Busway, and built Bike Lanes to promote active transport.”

DPWH Undersecretary Emil Sadain said in a virtual briefing February of 2022 that 18 more out of the 112 infrastructure flagship projects are scheduled to be completed at the end of President Duterte’s administration.

What are the future plans for the Build, Build, Build Program?

The continuation of the BBB program is one of the major concerns that is being asked to the presidential aspirants for the upcoming 2022 elections in the Philippines. The government agencies working on the program like DPWH are hopeful that the next administration will continue these massive efforts to develop excellent infrastructure across the nation.

The Bataan-Cavite Interlink Bridge is set to be completed by early 2023 | Photo Courtesy from Mark Villar’s Facebook page

Undersecretary Sadain said this in line with the question about the future of the BBB program, “We have seen also that the viability of implementing these projects are so strong because of the huge economic impact that will be brought to the country. We believe that these can be sustained by the next administration.”

Sadain enumerated the following as the big-ticket projects under the BBB program that he hopes the new administration to continue are:

• Bataan-Cavite Interlink Bridge
• Panglao-Tagbilaran City Offshore Connector
• Guicam Bridge
• Three Tawi-Tawi Bridges
• Panay-Guimaras-Negros Link Bridge
• Cebu-Mactan Bridge
• Coastal [Road Construction]
• Panguil Bay Bridge
• Samal Island-Davao City Connector

As for DOTr, the projects mentioned that are considered of high importance are:

• North Commuter Railway
• Metro Manila Subway

Vince Dizon, Chief Executive Officer of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), believes that the BBB program is setting up the foundation for the next administration when it comes to infrastructure. He said, “We only have less than one year left in the Duterte administration. Whoever the next president will be, it is incumbent upon the next administration to not only continue, but to fast-track all the good work that has been done under the leadership of President Duterte.”

The future is still uncertain about the BBB program but it was surely a great start to hopefully open more doors when it comes to further infrastructure developments in the country.

To be in the know of the latest updates on the BBB program, visit build.gov.ph.

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Earl B. Millanes, Operations Head of Brittany Corporation, delivering his congratulatory speech on stage

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