Convergence: A refreshing concept in luxury urban condo living
For urbanites, one of the most iconic Ayala Land Premier developments is the Serendra condominium community in Bonifacio Global City. When it was launched in the early 2000s, it arguably set the bar higher for luxury developments in the country with its pioneering proposition of generous open space and greenery right in the heart of the city.
Such a feature was largely made possible through an ingenious courtyard design—a large, central space from which the residential buildings emanate. Upon entering the community, one is transported into a veritable oasis that is in pleasant contrast to the urban bustle just beyond it. For this inimitable experience, Serendra has always been one of the most sought-after addresses in the metro.
Today, a new opportunity for home seekers to enjoy a similar lifestyle is emerging. Ayala Land Premier once again takes the courtyard concept and reimagines it as the heart of a progressive urban condominium community that celebrates convergence—integrated within a master planned township that is equally cognizant of the desire of city dwellers for a refreshing nature-centric atmosphere.
An urban epicenter
Gardencourt Residences presents a compelling proposition for discerning individuals and families who value the luxury of space without compromising their dynamic presence in society and business. This new center of growth is Arca South, Ayala Land’s 74-hectare estate located in the quieter side of Taguig City and the gateway to the south of Metro Manila.
Here, live-work-play components come together more efficiently on a human scale, primarily due to building height restrictions given the location’s proximity to the international airport. A pleasant outcome of this circumstance is the perennial airiness of open skies and expansive views at any point within the estate.
Gardencourt Residences’ unparalleled advantage is its direct access to the main retail, hospitality and leisure artery of Arca South—the 3.2-hectare Arca Main Street Park. Similar to the iconic Bonifacio High Street to which Serendra is connected, Arca Main Street provides the same kind of convenience and immediate access to a dynamic urban lifestyle for residents in Gardencourt Residences.
Arca Main Street is designed as a linear park flanked by a variety of retail and dining establishments. It further leads to an anchor Ayala Mall which provides countless opportunities for dining, shopping, and recreation, as well as a Central Events Area that serves as the hub of socio-civic activities in the area. These open spaces are designed for the intuitive movement of people, with numerous zones defined for different outdoor activities, whether it be sports or restful leisure.
The heart of the community
As denoted by its name, Gardencourt Residences continues with the concept of convergence through The Gardencourt—a centerpiece green courtyard surrounded by five cascading residential towers. It covers a total of over 6,000 square meters, comprising more than a quarter of the total two-hectare sprawl of the master plan. The sheer expanse of this common area ensures that it remains low density despite housing a number of the enclave’s amenities, primary of which is a 1,400-square-meter pool complex in the middle, flanked by generous lawn areas.
What further defines luxury in Gardencourt Residences is the thoughtful and deliberate planning of physical movement, elevating it with effortless and gracious flow. For instance, residents and guests may alight at the Garden Pavilion main lobby and walk through the central courtyard toward their respective tower’s al fresco Garden Lobby—all while surrounded by nature and greenery, making for a truly memorable and relaxing arrival each and every time, every day.
Alternatively, vehicles are directed to the basement where each tower has its respective airconditioned drop-off lobby. Parking and traffic are all relegated below ground, ensuring a safe and visually pleasing pedestrian environment. Guided by the Philippine Green Building Code, the master plan incorporates features such as energy-efficient lighting, light wells, and a rainwater collection and reuse system, among others.
The Sky Garden, a special amenity on the topmost floor of selected buildings, provides additional opportunities for residents to lounge in the open air, elevating the garden experience beyond the ground level.
One with nature
Finally, the idea of convergence extends right within the residential units, ranging from 68 to 261 square meters—more than enough space to encourage union with one’s self as well as with nature. Optimum ceiling heights, large windows and generous balconies keep the condominium homes open to the surrounding greenery and allow abundant natural illumination. With the development surrounded on three sides by parks, most units overlook either the sprawling Gardencourt or any one of Arca South's surrounding linear parks.
Throughout the community, there are only 134 to 230 units in each building, translating to a density of two to twelve units per floor. The units also come with luxurious Poliform kitchen systems and the interiors are finished with premium fixtures and fittings.
With this exceptional level of attention to detail in design, as in all other Ayala Land Premier developments, Gardencourt Residences succeeds in redefining social interaction in today’s shifting urban environment. A fulfilling and rewarding urban lifestyle is indeed still possible for the discerning few who value exclusivity while, at the same time, continue to keep a pulse on the contemporary city scene.
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