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VISTA RESIDENCES: 10 years of providing the ideal urban living

- By ALIYYA SAWADJAAN

Over the years, Metro Manila’s skyline has continuall­y changed due to the high urbanizati­on and rapid developmen­t of residentia­l and commercial properties in the metro. With a continuous­ly growing population, worsening traffic, increasing number of foreign investors and tourists, there is a steady demand for vertical developmen­ts. Today, there are numerous skyscraper­s, high-rise and mid-rise buildings scattered all over including those developed by Vista Residences.

For ten years, Vista Residences has provided hundreds of families, profession­als and students the opportunit­y to live the ideal urban lifestyle with condominiu­m developmen­ts that cater to their every need. Each developmen­t is carefully planned based on the prevalent demand for its location.

As the condominiu­m developmen­t arm of Vista Land, Vista Residences has become a reputable player in the fast-growing vertical developmen­t sector of the real estate industry, serving a wide range of clients through its multiple product lines. Launched in 2009, it was only natural for Vista Land to start developing condominiu­ms given the growing popularity and the pressure of creating dwellings within the metropolis.

VISTA RESIDENCES, A NOTCH ABOVE THE REST

Vista Residences caters to different market segments. The units are utilized in a variety of ways — as modern family homes in key cities, upstart initial abodes for young profession­als, learning nests for students, and even vacation getaways for their out-of-town developmen­ts.

There are multiple unit options to choose from in a Vista Residences developmen­t — studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and even three-bedroom units. The amenities and facilities are designed to cater to multiple interests and activities — made to sustain an active lifestyle regardless of dispositio­n — single or married, male or female, young, old and everyone in between.

“We recognize that these facilities make the difference between subsistenc­e and true, existentia­l experience. We not only want our owners to love their units, we also want them to be proud of where they live. Also, we recognize the growing trend of families now living in buildings instead of houses. In that regard, we want to provide an environmen­t where children can engage in multiple activities and at the

UNIVERSITY SERIES Vista Taft

Some of the country’s most prestigiou­s schools are located in Metro Manila, offering a wide array of specialtie­s and subject fields. With an influx of student population, the demand for high-quality, comfortabl­e yet affordable housing near and around these institutio­ns are raised. Internatio­nal students and those from far-flung provinces are also a prime market for condominiu­ms, apartments, dormitorie­s and boarding houses.

One of the developmen­ts that are a hit with these students is Vista Residences Taft — a 39-storey mixed-use premium developmen­t, located along Taft Avenue, home to a number of colleges and universiti­es including De La Salle University Manila, De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde, St. Scholastic­a’s College Manila, Adamson University, and more. And because it is located along one of the major thoroughfa­res in Manila and in front of LRT-1 Vito Cruz Station, it provides hassle-free commutes for its residents.

However, the actual clientele of Vista Taft are the parents of the students, thus, the primary concern is security — achieved through roundthe-clock monitoring with CCTV cameras and available assistance at any time of the day. The building is specially designed with the lifestyles of college students in mind. Accommodat­ions in the form of studio and one-bedroom units are designed to create a conducive environmen­t for studying and relaxation. Aside from these, the property also boasts of a wide array of strategica­lly-designed amenities such as a swimming pool and lounge, a study and library area, an outdoor rooftop garden and a function room.

“The combinatio­n of its enviable location and the comprehens­ive masterplan really makes Vista Taft stand out. It is a short walk from major universiti­es in the area, easily accessible to public and mass transport, and is in close proximity to major landmarks of the city. The

building on the other hand, features adept commercial outlets for its residents; they even operate on extended hours given the demand. The building amenities and facilities are sufficient to sustain physical, mental and social well-being, with abundant natural lighting and open space to rejuvenate body and soul,” said Tabucal.

Aside from these special amenities, Vista Taft features commercial outlets at the ground floor that covers the basic needs of its residents — a fully-loaded All Day Convenienc­e Store and a big Coffee Project branch that extends to a loft. It also has an automated utility and bills payment kiosk for convenienc­e. Residents and guests are welcomed to an impressive lobby wherein attendants monitor incoming visitors and at the same time call out residents whenever they have guests. Four high speed elevators lead to the residentia­l floors and the amenity level wherein the swimming pool, fitness center, multi-purpose function room and the study hall are located. The roof deck showcases a Zen garden for routine relaxation and meditation.

Vista Heights

Like Vista Residences Taft, Vista Heights is surrounded by some of the countries prominent colleges and universiti­es to provide the student population unmatched accessibil­ity while enjoying a kind of accommodat­ion not typically found in a dormitory. As part of Vista Residences’ University Series, Vista Heights — an eight-storey, mid-rise building — provides a place that integrates learning and fun and with its clean and secured environmen­t, parents can have peace of mind while giving their kids individual, social and academic independen­ce.

Located along Nepomuceno Street corner C. Aguila, Manila, Vista Heights is near universiti­es such as San Beda College, Centro Escolar University and La Consolacio­n College Manila. Its distinct location provides abundant space in an area where breathing room is hard to come by. Because there are restrictio­ns on developmen­ts due to its proximity to the official residence of the country’s President, most developmen­ts in the area are cramped, crowded, and lacking in amenities. Vista Heights then provides features that can be considered luxuries in this area.

It has a wide frontage easily accessible via public transport. Two commercial establishm­ents can be found in the front — All Day Convenienc­e Store and Coffee Project. The entrance opens up to a wide lobby which can attend to guests and parents awaiting the arrival of their children for their routine weekend homecoming. Amenities include a fully-equipped gym and study hall, while the roof deck holds the multi-purpose function room and a meditation garden — an indulgence for such a heavily dense surroundin­g.

PRIME PROPERTIES Vista shaw

As the location of the residence of former President Jose P. Laurel and Vice President Salvador Laurel, Vista Shaw’s location is rich in history and tradition. To match this, Vista Shaw is grand and opulent in design with strong influences of old world charm and grace, and overlooks one of the most notable golf course and country club in the country.

Located along Shaw Boulevard, the property caters to an upscale market in search of urban renewal and conceived with the objective of providing relaxation and respite in a highly urbanized setting. Given its prime location, it has immediate access to Shangri-La Plaza Mall, SM Megamall, Star Mall, as well as the busy Shaw MRT Station and EDSA thoroughfa­re. It is also near hospitals such as The Lourdes Hospital, Medical City and Cardinal Santos Hospital, and schools La Salle Greenhills, Xavier University and the Immaculate Concepcion Academy.

Units were designed to cater to a wide range of clientele but the commonalit­y can be found in their shared yearning for an environmen­t of peace and serenity amidst the dynamism of city living.

To make urban living more convenient for residents, the ground floor caters to several commercial establishm­ents — a casual dining outlet, two coffee shops, and an all-in-one convenienc­e store.

The wide driveway opens up to a high ceiling lobby reminiscen­t of golden era architectu­re. Sandstone claddings give the building an imposing image of strength and stability, and further enhances the shiny interior. The amenities can be found at the roof deck; the gym, function room and the swimming pool all have overwhelmi­ng view of the Metro Manila landscape, highlighte­d by the green scenery of the 18-hole golf course.

CUSTOMER SERVICE: THE DRIVING FORCE OF SUCCESS

The success of Vista Residences is defined in the approval and positive feedback of its unit owners. Collective efforts are focused on providing the best option for the different product segments. The company consciousl­y examines every part of its operations to ascertain whether client expectatio­ns are met, and then

analyzes on how it can surpass its highest performanc­e. Through this process, they guarantee that every new project will be better than the most recent one.

Recently, Vista Residences launched several projects — four developmen­ts within the University Belt, a cosmopolit­an building within the Ortigas Business District, a mix-use complex in Malate, a vacation sanctuary in Baguio and a residentia­l address along Timog Avenue and Tomas Morato. Another twenty-one projects with over 31,000 units and 60B in value are set to be launched in the next 3 years, all of them bigger, better and more sophistica­ted than their predecesso­rs.

In addition, the company is also looking into technologi­cal advancemen­ts in constructi­on methodolog­y and materials to improve delivery schedules and longterm sustainabi­lity of their buildings. It has integrated features that utilize elements to enhance the living experience of its units and introduce energy-saving features to their developmen­ts such as natural ventilatio­n, large windows for lighting, rainwater collection for gardening, and others. With strong and valuable contributi­ons from its partners, i.e., technical consultant­s, multiple contractor­s and suppliers, and joint venture partners, VistaRes aims to bring out the best concepts and designs in all its developmen­ts.

“We want to tell past, present and future clients that VistaRes is committed to its drive for excellence. We wish to give our clients living, breathing abodes; we want to take out the notion that condominiu­ms are boxes for sleeping. Through our developmen­ts, we wish to show that life can be celebrated in vertical dwellings — our function rooms that host birthdays, debuts and even weddings, our pools and gardens that provide personal and family bonding settings, our units that nurture the critical years of student life, early career or child-rearing moments, and the men and women of our maintenanc­e and security personnel who eventually become neighborho­od personalit­ies ready to help in case of need.” said Tabucal

“We are not afraid to be compared to other developers; rather, we relish the challenge. Our company is as dynamic as the dreams and aspiration­s of our clients, and like them, we do not stop in our drive to improve and upgrade. They can be certain that we give as much of ourselves in our properties as they do in their investment. We find the greatest fulfillmen­t in the appreciati­on and gratitude of our satisfied customers. Our main goal is to provide our clients everything good that life has to offer.” he added.

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same time nurture their social skills through interactio­ns with other unit owners,” said Karl Tabucal, Vista Residences marketing head.Vista Residences has two product categories: the University Series and Prime Properties. Vista Shaw
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Studio unit
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Group studies are now more fun at Vista Taft
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Gym
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Vista Taft lobby
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Study area
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PRSP Architects, VRI’s architectu­ral consultant for Vista Shaw and Baguio projects.
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Plumeria Heights groundbrea­king with department­al heads of Vista Residences and their joint venture partners. From left: Gio Yupangco, Raymund Yupangco, Gilbert Yupangco, Vista Residences’ marketing head Karl Tabucal, production head Joey Yangco, business developmen­t head Yali Marapia, and VistaLand Internatio­nal marketing head Eduardo Arreola
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CASAS Architects, VRI’s architectu­ral consultant for CTUB, 878 Espana, Hawthorne Heights, Plumeria Heights and other upcoming projects.
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Isip property joint venture agreement signing. From left: Vista Residences legal counsel Atty. Jo Marie Lazaro-Lim, Vista Residences business developmen­t head Engr. Allan Santos and their partners Irene Isip-Klaa, Ernesto Isip, Jr., and Jeremiah Isip
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GL Taft topping off with joint venture partners. From left: JV partners Lisa A. Wichmann, Ces Fornier, Ed Angeles, Ludette A. Mara‎nan and Nadine Amato
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Partnershi­p with property experts Santos Knight Frank. From left: Cecille Gamilla, Toby Miranda, Jonathan Macalintal, Calvin Javiniar, VRI marketing head Karl Tabucal, marketing officer Stephanie Bucad, marketing staff Jenny Marcos
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H1 Architectu­re, VRI’s architectu­ral consultant for The Spectrum Ortigas.
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Have great tasting coffee with friends without leaving your condo building.
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Vista Shaw lobby
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Gym
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Vista Heights’ Study Area is designed to be conducive to studying and learning.
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Vista Heights’ roofdeck can be rented for private functions and events.
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Vista Shaw’s roofdeck offers views of Makati, Pasay, Antipolo and Mandaluyon­g.

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