Firm poised to launch resort-type condo

By Mia A. Aznar
Friday, October 7, 2011

THE property development unit of the Aboitiz group prepares for the launch of its latest mid-rise condominium project this month.

AboitizLand Inc. said the first phase of Hanaya—a 5.2-hectare mid-rise condominium project in Barangay Canduman, Mandaue City—will be completed by the second quarter of 2013.

Derived from the Cebuano word “hayahay” (comfortable) and the Japanese term “hanayo” or world of flowers, Hanaya is designed for start-up families and busy professionals who are tired of the city life as the property will have resort-type design and features.

AboitizLand senior vice president for operations Pia Montecon said the total investment for the first phase reached P750 million, which includes four buildings consisting of 94 condominium units per building and central amenities.

Each building will have six floors, with 16 units in each floor.

To maintain a relaxed feel, the design includes a garden atrium at the center of each building for better ventilation, and a skylight to maximize natural lighting in corridors.

The firm also assured that unit layouts were unique because views of the garden from the balcony are immediately seen upon entry while single loaded corridors assure unit owners of privacy and spacious hallways.

The project’s amenities include two pools, pavilion and gazebos, themed gardens and parks, barbecue stations, exercise stations, jogging trails, basketball court with benches, clubhouse, function rooms, gym, game room, karaoke rooms and playroom.

The development can be accessed from five different areas in Barangay Talamban, Cebu City and Mandaue City. This gives convenience to those whose children study at nearby schools, like Ateneo de Cebu, Cebu International School and Maria Montessori International School.

The developer has completed plans for the second phase of the project, which will be launched depending on market response to the first phase.

Montecon said the developer will launch another project similar to Pristina North before the year ends.

She said the project will be “double the size” of Pristina North and will be launched next month for the high-end market. She assured the prices of lots will be “worth it.”

Published in the Sun.Star Cebu newspaper on October 07, 2011.