CEBU, Philippines - The carefully curated lifestyle of the elite is defined by refinement in even the smallest of details – sartorial elegance is evident not only in the style of dress, but more importantly, in the facets of daily life such as leisure activities and choice of home.
Cebu’s upcoming prime residential address, 128 Nivel Hills, reflects a passion for the well-appointed lifestyle. Designed by Australia-based Crone Partners, known in tahe world for their cutting-edge and environment-friendly design practices, the property is a masterfully conducted structure bound to exceed the expectations of even the most discerning of home-seekers.
128 Nivel Hills, to be completed in 2017, is set to rise on the former site of the Casino Filipino in Veterans Drive in Lahug, a location coveted in Cebu for its elevation and commanding views of the city landscape. A three-tower development, each of the buildings will have a cylindrical shape, echoing the natural shape of the island province’s coastlines and enabling a 360-degree view of the surrounding scenery from every building.
This architectural design highlights both efficiency and aesthetics. The building makeup harmonizes with its well-elevated location by utilizing natural lighting and channeling high-altitude breezes to allow for maximum natural ventilation. Additionally, each tower features a passive solar control design system that uses the extended balconies that project at the surrounding edges “as important environmental sunshades that reduce heat loads in the building,” explains Architecture Michael Banak, the project’s principal architect.
The glorious exteriors of 128 Nivel Hills are complemented by luxurious indoor amenities fit for the exclusive lifestyle. These include a hotel-sized function room, private theater, toddlers’ play area, business center, study room with its own library, fitness center, swimming pool and bar, residents’ lounge, a generous lobby, and two floors entirely dedicated to retail, restaurants, and service shops.
The interior design is conceptualized by renowned firm Manny Samson and Associates, famous for their work for the St. Regis Bali. Taking inspiration from the sinuous form of the buildings, ID Manny Samson integrates raw, natural resources abundant in Cebu into the interiors of the property.
“The view is the selling point of 128 Nivel Hills, and we complement that with indoor silhouettes that are as attractive as the backdrop. The interiors will be a combination of natural and modern elements, comprising of various local materials such as capiz and abaca, and key furniture pieces by internationally renowned Cebu-based designers,” ID Manny Samson said.
“In terms of political power, quality of life, economic activity, and knowledge and influence, Cebu is second to Manila as the most important city to the country’s rich,” 128 Nivel Hills General Manager Nestor Omar Arce-Ignacio said in an interview. “If one is in search of a true matchless real estate in Metro Cebu, then (128 Nivel Hills) is one great opportunity,” he added.
A joint project of homegrown conglomerates owned by the Lhuilliers and the Yeungs, 128 Nivel Hills embodies the zeal of its proprietors for sumptuous dining, splendid entertaining, and truly living life at its peak. (FREEMAN)