The KnightsBridges Residences at Century City

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The Knightsbridge Residences is the second residential tower to rise at Century City in Kalayaan, Avenue, Makati that features cutting-edge architecture, a smart concept for combinable residential units, and hypersized amenities at an affordable price package.

Who is the developer and construction manager of The Knightsbridge Residences?
Century City Development Corporation (CCDC), an affiliate of the Century Properties Group
that focuses on developing live, work and play communities. One such project is the 3.4-hectare mixed-use integrated development called Century City, the site of premiere residential high-rises The Gramercy Residences and The Knightsbridge Residences.

What are the other projects of Century Properties?
The company is behind many firsts in prime Philippine developments: The Gramercy Residences at Century City (the first Fully-furnished, Hyper-amenitized luxury condo), Essensa East Forbes (voted as Best Residential Building in the Philippines by Asiaweek magazine), South of Market (the first Fully-Fitted and Fully-Furnished condominium), Grand Soho Makati (the Fully-Fitted and Fully-Furnished condominium with three interior design options), Soho Central, the first Transportation-oriented Development; Canyon Ranch, the first Wi-Fi-integrated community in the South; and The Casitas at Canyon Ranch, the first Fully-Fitted, Fully-Furnished and Fully-Serviced homes in Asia.

Who did the architectural design?
Asya Design Partners, awarded for three straight years by BCI Asia as one of the Top Ten Architectural Firms in the Philippines, and known for promoting sustainable green architecture.

Who is the structural engineer?
Aromin & Sy + Associates, a 25-year consulting engineering company and the country's leading structural engineering firm. It has such prestigious buildings as GT International Tower in Ayala, the Pacific Plaza Twin Towers in Fort Bonifacio, One Roxas Triangle and The Enterprise Tower on its impressive roster of projects.

Which company will manage The Knightsbridge Residences?
The Knightsbridge will be placed under the experienced care of Century Properties Management Inc.
the largest private property management firm in the country with an impressive portfolio of 54 residential, office and mixed-use buildings. This ensures residents that the value of their investments would only increase, and that their units will be well-maintained for many, many years.

CPMI currently handles the property management of such illustrious buildings as the BPI Buendia Center (Makati), Asian Development Bank (Ortigas), Essensa East Fobes (Fort Bonifacio), The Pacific Star Building (Makati) and The Alexandra Condominium (Ortigas).

Where is the site for The Knightsbridge Residences?
The Knightsbridge Residences will rise within the mixed-use development called Century City on Kalayaan Avenue, in the heart of what is now being called "MoMa," or Modern Makati.

Why should I choose Makati as a residential location?
Makati is long renowned as the epicenter of Philippine social, cultural and financial activity. It is constantly evolving and reinvigorating itself, transforming into a true megalopolis that is poised to compete with other urban centers all over the world.

Choosing Makati by making your home at The Knightsbridge Residences is therefore the best investment you can make, as your residence will be situated on the last remaining large piece of prime real estate in the country's premiere financial and business capital.

Makati is also home to a total of 62,878 establishments, including 461 head offices of banks, over 30 major IT companies, 27 contact centers, four historic churches, over 100 educational institutions, five-star hotels, the biggest and most upscale shopping malls and entertainment centers, and the country's most exclusive villages.

What is Century City and what are the advantages of being in this location?
Being located within Century City means you are just a short walk or an elevator ride away from everything you need-retail stores, dining and entertainment facilities, banks, pampering services, relaxation and recreation amenities and more-all of which are just located at the Lifestyle and Entertainment Center.

And because Century City is located in the heart of Makati, the country's premiere financial and commercial district, you are guaranteed easy access to major banking establishments, hotels, villages, shopping centers, coffee shops and restaurants and schools.

Why is the project called The Knightsbridge Residences? What is its inspiration?
The Knightsbridge Residences at Century City takes its name after the most expensive neighborhood in London, Knightsbridge.

It is the luxury, prestige, central location and rich history of Knightsbridge in London that has inspired the creative team of Century to develop a high rise that would be the confluence of old-world Europe and cool Britannia.

What differentiates the project from other condos out there?
The Knightsbridge Residences is the first residential building to ever attempt the execution of Hypersized amenities. These are large designer convergence areas that effectively multiply the dimensions of your home.

With hyper-sized common areas that serve as "extensions" of your unit, the building is transformed into a true Vertical Village that nurtures community and interconnectivity among its residents. It is where your home extends beyond the four walls of your condo unit.

What is the general description of the architectural design of the project?
The Knightsbridge introduces a sleek and future-oriented curvilinear design that is both iconic and breathtaking. The tower is designed to be a landmark, and is oriented to maximize views of the Makati skyline, Rockwell, Ortigas and Fort Bonifacio.

How would you describe the lobby of the building and its special features?
The lobby and common areas of the building, particularly The Podium Level amenity floor will be designed by Hong Kong-based International Leisure Consultants (ILC).

The fully-attended lobby will carry a modern London-inspired design and will have white-glove doormen, concierge service, superintendent and porter services.

As another innovation in building design, Century Properties introduces the Lantern concept at The Knightsbridge Residences. These unique architectural features are comprised of stacked special residential units with dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows that create iconic, sparkling glass boxes-a truly distinguishing feature and a shimmering beacon in the city, especially at night.

What are the amenities and how would you describe them?
At The Knightsbridge, you are given access to large designer convergence areas that effectively multiply the dimensions of your home:

THE LIVING ROOM
A London-inspired, fully-attended designer lobby with white-glove doormen and round-the-clock concierge service.

THE LIBRARY
An expansive Wi-Fi-ready living room replete with bestselling and international reads, an extensive DVD collection, and a business center.

THE POOL
A unique, outdoor/indoor space with waterfalls, outdoor Jacuzzi and infinity pool, multiple daybeds, lounges, tanning beds and cabanas spread across an expansive sundeck.

THE REC ROOM
A sprawling family room with a modern home entertainment system, a huge plasma projector screen, La-Z-Boy sofas, and recreational equipment for billiards, Foozball and card games.

THE PLAYROOM
A supersized play gym for your little tykes.

THE GYM
A highly-appointed, full-service fitness center complete with yoga and Pilates studios; weight training and cardiovascular exercise equipment; spinning room and on-site personal training services.

THE DINING ROOM
An expansive dining area with a delicatessen, as well as function rooms and private dining rooms for entertaining guests.

THE SPA
A sanctuary of serenity with massage and day spas, whirlpools and treatment studios for beauty.

THE OBSERVATORY
Marvel at the spellbinding views of the metropolis as you stand atop one of the Philippines' tallest structures.

OTHER AMENITIES AND SERVICES:
  • Dry cleaning
  • 24/7 electric and maintenance services
  • Storage
  • Property and lease management including security, asset maintenance, value enhancement and leasing services

  • Where will the amenities be located?
    At the building's Podium levels, 2nd and 3rd floors

    Will it offer Fully-fitted and Fully-furnished units?
    It will be a choice for the buyers.

    Those who choose to get Fully-fitted and Fully-furnished units will have the following standard inclusions:

    STUDIO (mypod)
    Kitchen: Refrigerator/freezer, microwave oven, cooktop
    Bedroom: Sofa bed
    Bathroom: Mirror, soap dish, towel rack, tissue holder
    Living Room: Coffee table, flat screen TV, DVD player, Speakers
    Dining Room: Dining room table and chairs
    Others: Window-type air-conditioning for the bedroom

    1 BR (duopod)
    Kitchen: Refrigerator/freezer, microwave oven, cooktop
    Bedroom: Bed frame
    Bathroom: Mirror, soap dish, towel rack, tissue holder
    Living Room: Coffee table, flat screen TV, DVD player, speakers, sofa
    Dining Room: Dining room table and chairs
    Others: Window-type air-conditioning for the bedroom

    2 BR (treopod)
    Kitchen: Refrigerator/freezer, microwave oven, cooktop
    Bedroom: Bed frames for each bedroom
    Bathroom: Mirror, soap dish, towel rack, tissue holder
    Living Room: Sofa, coffee table, 21" flat screen TV, DVD player, speakers, Dining Room: Dining room table and chairs
    Others: Window-type air-conditioning for each bedroom and washing machine

    3BR (quatropod)
    Kitchen: Refrigerator/freezer, microwave oven, cooktop
    Bedroom: Bed frames for each bedroom
    Bathroom: Mirror, soap dish, towel rack, tissue holder
    Living Room: Sofa, coffee table, 21" flat screen TV, DVD player, speakers, Dining Room: Dining room table and chairs
    Others: Window-type air-conditioning for each bedroom and washing machine

    What are the standard fittings in all Fully-fitted and Fully-furnished units?
    Flooring - Wood Laminate
    Ceiling - White paint
    Walls - Insulated Gypsum, painted white with baseboard
    Bedroom - Closet
    Bathrooms - Ceramic Tiles, Lavatory, Water Closet, Shower
    Kitchen - Custom built kitchen cabinets with post formed counter tops, stainless steel sink and faucets, rangehood

    Will there be interior design options?
    Yes there will be 5 interior design options:

    British Modern - An interplay of old-world Europe and British contemporary flair.

    Culture - A playful contrast of assymetrical accents and contemporary finish.

    Minimal - Sleek design with sudden pops of bold bright red and gold.

    Oriental - Pristine sophisticated lines interspersed with dark minimalist undertones.

    Classic - Timeless design in warm browns and cozy neutral shades.

    What concept will be used for the residential units?
    The POD CONCEPT.

    At The Knightsbridge Residences, each unit is podular in construction so that you can combine units to create more space for your needs.

    1 pod unit (my pod) = Equivalent to 1 studio (27 SQ.M.)

    2 pod units (duopod) = Equivalent to 1 living room + 1 bedroom (54 SQ.M.)

    3 pod units (treopod) = Equivalent to 1 living room + 2 bedrooms (81 SQ.M.)

    4 pod units (quatropod) = Equivalent to 1 living room + 3 bedrooms (108 SQ.M.)

    Special 1-BR units: 1 bedroom + 1 living room (35 SQ.M.)
    Special 2-BR corner units: 2 bedrooms + 1 living room at (57 SQ.M.)

    How many floors will the building have?
    Over 50 floors.

    How many units are there to a floor?
    There are about 20 units to a floor. However, it could be less than that given that units are podular and can be combined.

    What is the vertical clearance of each flat unit?
    2.8 meters free and clear; 3.1 meters slab to slab

    Is parking free?
    Parking is optional. There will be over 300parking slots that will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

    How many parking levels will the building have?
    Four levels.

    When is the estimated date of completion and turnover?
    Year 2013.

    What is your standard payment term?
    You will first need to pay a reservation fee of P50,000 which will be deducted from your downpayment.

    Our standard, INTEREST-FREE payment term:
    15% down payment payable in 6 months.
    60% monthly amortization payable in 54 months.
    25% paid upon turnover

    contact info

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