Shang Properties unveils Grand Penthouses

MANILA, Philippines - Premier property developer Shang Properties, Inc. raises the bar in chic urban living with the Grand Penthouses of St. Francis Shangri-La Place.

Located in the heart of vibrant Ortigas City, the penthouse units sit atop the glass-clad structure of St. Francis Shangri-La Place, an architectural 212-meter-high landmark and one of the tallest residential developments in the country today. The 61-story building is also comfortably nestled in what is known as the Shangri-La Place integrated community, a hub of lifestyle destinations that includes Shangri-La Plaza mall and the five-star Edsa Shangri-La hotel.

With a floor area of 510 to 650 square meters each, the exclusive tri-level Grand Penthouses offer living, dining and kitchen areas on the 59th floor, bedrooms on the 60th floor and the private infinity pool on the 61st floor.

“The Grand Penthouses were designed with their ideal owner in mind: a highly successful individual, well traveled, with a keen appreciation of diverse cultures, fine dining and casual luxury,” says Vicente Formoso, vice president for finance of Shang Properties, Inc. As such, he says, each unit features a design aesthetic that echoes the taste of its desired owner, while keeping basic and functional elements remarkably intact.

Fine dining: In the dining area, the pièce de résistance is a 5.1-meter cascading crystal chandelier that sets off the double-volume ceiling.

World-class interior designer Manny Samson and Associates was tasked with transforming a 547-sq.m. unit into a showroom that displays the convergence of space and style with indigenous textures and exquisite key pieces that enhance its already remarkable features. Nothing was withheld to create a residence in the heart of the city that exudes elegance, comfort, and world-class luxury that showcases Filipino ingenuity.

Upon entering, one can instantly experience the unit’s bright and airy feel. A sparkling capiz-shell chandelier complements the atmosphere of the living room, which fuses casual elegance and modernism with floor-to-ceiling glass windows offering cityscape views of the metro.

Luxe comfort continues as one moves further into the dining area where the pièce de résistance — a massive 5.1-meter cascading crystal chandelier — sets off the dramatic double-volume ceiling. Set against a decadent backdrop of polished chrome, silver gilding, high-end fabrics, and floors finished in homogenous tiles, the design provides a fine-dining experience during every meal with a stylish combination of local craftsmanship and sleek elements.

The modern, expansive kitchen with quartz countertops is designed for the culinary buff who likes to entertain. Floor-to-ceiling sliding doors made of tinted glass and polished steel afford privacy and seal off the busy kitchen from the formal dining room.

As a fitting finale, the master’s bedroom is a synthesis of functional style and comfort, creating a relaxing ambience with windows that provide natural light. The en-suite master bath is the epitome of pampering at its finest, with marble floors and counters, a tub, rain shower stall, two individual basins with polished chrome fixtures and an integrated walk-in closet and dresser.

Style meets comfort: The master’s bedroom creates a relaxing ambience with windows that provide natural light.

Additional indulgences await homeowners on the 61st floor, where a tropical sky garden with its own private infinity pool offers a much-needed reprieve from the frenetic pace of city life. Apart from these, the area also houses the Skyroom, a combination of glass and metal fitted with its own split-type air conditioner — the perfect sanctuary for those who simply want to sit back and enjoy the sunset, cocktail in hand.

Underscoring the prestige of the Shang Properties brand, St. Francis Shangri-La Place’s Grand Penthouses take city dwellers to the pinnacle of luxury living in the urban landscape.

Interested parties can visit The St. Francis Shangri-La Place or call the sales office at 634-5678, 634-8080, 634-8111 or e-mail sales@thestfrancistowers.com.