Amaia Steps Mandaue to fulfill homebuyers’ aspirations for a sustainable community

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Amaia Steps Mandaue, Amaia Land’s first mid-rise condominium to rise in the highly urbanized city of Mandaue, casts a wide net as it calls out to homebuyers seeking a sustainable community in Metropolitan Cebu. Located on the corner of Plaridel Street and UN Avenue in Mandaue City, Cebu province, Amaia Steps Mandaue is composed of the Tower 1 and Tower 2, nine-storey developments that collectively house 576 sleek Studio, Deluxe, and Premier units.

Amaia Land’s first mid-rise condominium in the city of Mandaue, calls out to homebuyers seeking a sustainable community in Metropolitan Cebu.

Individuals and families that would settle for nothing less than a dynamic lifestyle will gravitate towards Amaia Steps Mandaue’s Tower 2, the second and final building in Amaia's project portfolio. Tower 2 offers 288 units that range in size from 24.01 sqms to 48.08 sqms. With their flexible and functional floor layouts, these may be converted into One-Bedroom or Two-Bedroom well-designed and efficient residential units for growing families who need more living space.

 Residents can have refreshing dips in the pool or recharge in the landscaped garden.

Amaia Steps Mandaue is composed of the Tower 1 and Tower 2, nine-storey developments that collectively house 576 sleek Studio, Deluxe, and Premier units.

As they thrive in these cozy and modern living spaces, residents will find that Amaia Steps Mandaue’s aspiration for a sustainable community resonates with their own. Young married couples, upwardly mobile professionals and entrepreneurs, and starter families will appreciate the airy, well-ventilated units, some of which have balconies for looking out on Mandaue’s cityscape and breezy open spaces. Large windows let natural light in, reducing the household’s energy use.

Individuals and families that would settle for nothing less than a dynamic lifestyle will gravitate towards Amaia Steps Mandaue.

Amaia Steps Mandaue features a cozy lobby from which residents can take a quick elevator ride to their floor—or walk briskly up a few flights of stairs to boost heart health. To de-stress, they can have refreshing dips in the pool or recharge in the landscaped garden.

Homemakers will appreciate Amaia Steps Mandaue’s ‘walkable’ neighborhood. For quick supply runs, there will be stores and service shops in the retail area of the development. Delivery riders and couriers will also find the condo’s locale easy to pin.

Finally, while Maayo Hotel is within strolling distance, the University of Cebu is just a bit farther down the road. With public utility vehicles in nearby transport hubs and shuttle stations, however, residents will find it easy to commute to work or indulge in their favorite pastime—shopping at the Pacific Mall, Gaisano Grand Mall, and Ayala Center Cebu.

Amaia Steps Mandaue is also close to S&R and the Mandaue Public Market, one of Cebu’s hubs for fresh produce. Best of all, Mactan-Cebu International Airport is just five kilometers away.

All these make Amaia Steps Mandaue an idyllic home and a sustainably healthy community for Filipino individuals and families. To them, Amaia Land offers flexible payment schemes: cash, deferred cash and bank financing.

For inquiries about Amaia, visit https://www.amaialand.com or contact our Amaia real estate sales person.

What’s Your Tee? Find the Perfect Shirt for You at UNIQLO

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Japanese global apparel retailer, UNIQLO launches its latest t-shirt collection perfect for everyone, for their everyday needs. The line-up comes in a variety of colors, silhouettes and made with premium yet comfortable fabric.

The latest lineup aims to guide customers on how to find the perfect UNIQLO T-Shirt that best matches their style and lifestyle.

For the Casual You

Women’s U Crew Neck

Short Sleeve T-Shirt

Php 590.00

Men’s U Crew Neck 

Short Sleeve T-Shirt

Php 590.00

Stay comfortable while working on home renovations with the Men’s and Women’s U Crew Neck Short Sleeve T-Shirt. The collars have binding specifications that help the garment keep its shape and will not stretch out. It is made from low-count yarn with a compact knit, designed to be durable and long-lasting. This shirt

For the Classic You

Women’s Mercerized Cotton Flare

Short Sleeve T-Shirt

Php 790.00

Men’s SUPIMA Cotton Crew Neck

Short Sleeve T-Shirt

Php 590.00

There comes a time when quick wardrobe changes are needed during online work meetings. The Women’s Mercerized Cotton Flare Short Sleeve T-Shirt exudes an effortlessly elegant look with its shirt-like fabric and voluminous flared sleeves. For men, nothing beats the classic yet versatile SUPIMA Cotton Crew Neck Short Sleeve T-Shirt. It is made with 100% Supima® cotton, is elegant in texture and keeps you feeling fresh after a whole day of presentations.

For the Cool You

Women’s U AIRism Cotton Crew Neck

Oversized T-Shirt

Php 790.00

Men’s DRY-EX Crew Neck 

Short Sleeve T-Shirt

Php 790.00

UNIQLO’s latest T-Shirt collection can keep one feeling and looking cool even after a whole’s day work or after exercising. The Women’s U AIRism Cotton Crew Neck Oversized T-Shirt’s comfort conditioning technology provides breathable and quick-drying properties that help wick away moisture and heat. Meanwhile, style and functionality are what the Men’s DRY-EX Crew Neck Short Sleeve T-Shirt can offer. It is made with ultra-fine fibers that instantly eliminate odors and alleviate that sticky feeling after working out.

For the Cozy You

Women’s Stretch Cotton High Neck

Half Sleeve T-Shirt

Php 590.00

Men’s Soft Touch Crew Neck

Long Sleeve T-Shirt

Php 590.00

Make the most out of the rainy season by staying at home and binge-watching on your favorite television series without compromising comfort. The Women’s Stretch Cotton High Neck Half Sleeve T-Shirt and Men’s Soft Touch Crew Neck Long Sleeve T-Shirt are made with thick and opaque cotton fabric and are treated with a special softener for a wrinkle-free and silky texture.

For more updates, please visit UNIQLO Philippines’ website at uniqlo.com/ph and download the UNIQLO App via Google Play Store or Apple Store. 

Follow UNIQLO Philippines’ social media accounts, Facebook (UNIQLO.PH), Twitter (@uniqloph) and Instagram (@uniqlophofficial).

"Dayaw” continues to champion Filipino heritage and indegeneous culture with Season 11 at Abs-Cbn News Channel (ANC)

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"Dayaw," a documentary series feature different facets of our indigenous culture.

With Deputy Speaker Congresswoman Loren Legarda, rhe 1st virtual Dayaw press conference was held featuring our indigenous culture and heritage 

The mission to promote Filipino indigenous culture and heritage goes on for the award-winning documentary series “Dayaw” with the launch of its eleventh season on ANC, the ABS-CBN News Channel, this August.

A production of ANC and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), “Dayaw” has been documenting the lifeways, traditions, practices, and culture of the different Indigenous Peoples groups since 2015.

Still leading the way for “Dayaw” on its eleventh season is its host, three-term senator, and now House deputy speaker and Antique congresswoman, Loren Legarda, who conceptualized the program.

“It has always been Dayaw's mission to document as many aspects of Filipino culture and knowledge systems as possible. We can only save these from extinction by continuing to instill their importance in the younger generation, and let them practice and learn these treasures. With the theme "Kakaibang Sigla,” Dayaw Season 11 allows us to look at the different ways in which our energy, competitiveness and sportsmanship are mainstreamed in the traditional societies and knowledge systems,” Loren said.

After featuring traditional Filipino children’s games such as patintero, sipa, and luksong tinik in the first episode, followed by a two-part special on the Punnuk, a show of physical strength that ends the Ifugao’s harvest season, “Dayaw” will then focus on Filipino martial arts such as arnis, silat, and eskrima in its next two episodes, starting on Thursday (August 26), 6pm on ANC and the ANC Facebook.

The season will wrap up on September 3 with “Sayawang Pinoy,” an episode highlighting how grace and fluidity of movements of Filipinos express our energy, discipline and joy as a people.

Despite the pandemic, “Dayaw” has been able to launch new seasons, with Season 12 already in the works. Titled "KAKA-IBANG SIGLA: Our Vital Energy Part 2," it will explore love, courtship, marriage, and the cycles of life featuring the Gaddang, Tboli, and Sama Dilaut.

“We are fortunate to have shot a treasure trove of material before the pandemic began. This has enabled us to go on with our mission of telling the stories of our indigenous peoples so that future generations may still be able to appreciate and continue their legacy,” said ANC chief operating officer Nadia Trinidad.

NCCA chair Arsenio "Nick" Lizaso expressed his gratitude to former Senator Legarda and ANC for their part in bringing our indigenous people's knowledge and heritage closer to Filipino and even foreign viewers.

“I would like to commend Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda for her vision and commitment to preserve, promote and enrich our culture and heritage, and to ANC for translating that vision into an exemplary body of work,” he said.

“Dayaw” Season 11 airs every Thursday at 6 pm on ANC on cable and the ANC Facebook page. 

For news, follow @ANCalerts on Facebook and Twitter or visit news.abs-cbn.com/anc online or via the ABS-CBN News App. Watch ANC online via iWantTFC. For updates, follow @ABSCBNPR on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, or visit abs-cbn.com/newsroom.

Brentville International Community wins at the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2021

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Brentville is continuously revitalizing its residential spaces to become a world class standard.

Brentville International Community is establishing its stature as a true embodiment of thoughtful Southern living, winning recently at the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2021 under the Residential Development category in the Philippines. Asia Pacific Property Awards honors the best of the best in architecture, interior design, real estate and property development in the region.

"We are constantly changing the landscape of suburban living by providing our residents with thoughtful designs and well-planned development. This is to make sure that Brentville community lives in a healthy and thriving place to strengthen their community spirit," said Filinvest Alabang, Inc. (FAI) First Vice President and Prestige Brand Head Eduardo Gonzalez.

Brentville was recognized for its idyllic balance of upscale urban and suburban living. The vast open spaces within the Brentville neighborhood and its recreational facilities allows families to embrace a healthier well-being and an accessible urban escape. Located at Mamplasan, Binan, Laguna, it is just a 2-minute drive away from Mamplasan toll exit in South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) and an easy drive from Alabang Business District and Makati via the Skyway and SLEX. Its location gives better accessibility to reputable hospitals, business institutions and retail centers where shopping and dining are within easy access for every family.

Clusters in Brentville are thoroughly planned to cater to your preferences and needs with each of it exuding a unique character. The Arborage, the newest cluster, provides a better option to be the right address for sophisticated families with lot sizes that range from 200 to 300 square meters. Sitting on a vast 54-hectare prime property, it is a nature-inspired pocket community covered with natural vegetation such as trees and other ornamental plants.

Meridien, Sunshine Place, West Parc, and Woodmore Spring offer prime lots with areas ranging from 300 to 1,400 square meters. These residential clusters have their own first-class amenities and artistic architectural design with elegant features. The bigger cuts provide the residents ample space to build their dream homes with sophistication. Townhomes and modernized ready-for-occupancy homes with refurbished look in the Prominence II are perfect for residents who want a more laid back and relaxed kind of living. It also provides a haven for foreigners and retirees and is accredited by the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA). These developments are under the Condominium Certificate of Title (CCT).

Brentville is a self-contained community, and it is continuously revitalizing its residential spaces to become a world class standard. The newly developed entryway that welcomes residents and visitors had an improved aesthetics, making the Cluster Gates of the Arborage Clubhouse, Prominence II Clubhouse, and West Parc Lawn pristine and welcoming. The Village Front is envisioned to be a commercial hub that serves as a venue for restaurants, stores, coffee shops, and other essential establishments that offer convenience to the residents.

“We are grateful for this recognition as this is a testament of our dedication in providing a quality lifestyle for the community. This is an inspiration for us to continue building homes with best possible living experience for generations,” said Filinvest Alabang, Inc. (FAI) First Vice President for Project Development and Marketing, Daphne Mae Orda-Sanchez.

Brentville International Community being part of the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2021 is truly a milestone. This international award-giving body is open to residential and commercial property professionals around the globe. They celebrate the highest levels of achievement by companies operating in all sectors of the property and real estate industry. An International Property Award is a world-renowned mark of excellence. The awards are split into regions covering Africa, Asia Pacific, Arabia, Canada, Caribbean, Central & South America, Europe, UK and USA. Participants enter at their relevant national level and are judged by a highly experienced team of professionals who cover the whole range of property disciplines.

Over October breaks the mold with first Tagalog song “Sandali Lang”

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SIngle art by Miel Lego

Listen to Over October’s new EP ‘Sandali Lang’: https://open.spotify.com/track/10lpJuXqIl5dm7L42ucdYD?si=18504078c2d64406

Acclaimed Filipino band Over October are breaking the mold with the release of their first Tagalog EP “Sandali Lang” under Island Records Philippines and MCA Music Inc. Finding a new sense of accomplishment in trying new things, the acclaimed quartet writes a heartfelt tune in the local language for the very first time, while sticking to a broadly appealing sound that gravitates toward an irresistible blend of alternative rock, ‘80s pop, blues, and indie rock.

“We didn’t have a specific vision for how we wanted the song to sound,” Lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Josh Buizon points out. “We just drew inspiration from different kinds of local music - different genres and eras.”

Over October holed up in La Union for five days to arrange the material, along with the rest of the new tracks before finishing the songwriting session over at Discord. With a rough batch of songs in tow, the band sought guidance from seasoned sound engineer Peavey Nicolas and award-winning producer and The Itchyworms’ very own Jazz Nicolas to help fine-tune and polish some specific details, such as implementing a key change on the second and last chorus and suggesting a new way to arrange the guitar parts.

“I think we were a lot more comfortable this time since this is already our third track with them and the recording process for this song (and actually the whole EP) is unique in a sense that we lived together in the studio for two weeks,” lead guitarist Josh Lua shares. “On our first day there, we played the original arrangement of the song. After hearing it, they gave their inputs and two days later, the song sounded so different and so much better.”

“Sandali Lang” is an emotionally captivating song that tackles the feeling of falling in and out of love. While Over October’s previous batch of songs talked openly about being rejected and embracing optimism, their latest song mines the pain of breaking up with someone, but eventually emerging a better person after weathering the storm. In the words of the band, “the act of letting go is also an act of love in itself.”

Buizon adds, “the song speaks about two people, one who thought that everything was okay and going well, and the other, who was slowly falling out of love throughout their relationship. Sandali Lang focuses on how the person that was left behind can’t understand why and has so many questions in their head trying to figure out what went wrong.”

The unexpected rollout of Over October’s comeback EP is accompanied with a new music video starring Gawad Urian 2020 Best Actor and Gameboys star Elijah Canlas and young actress Miles Ocampo. Directed by Carl Chavez, the music video is set to premiere on August 26, Thursday.

About Over October

Photo by Renzo Navarro

Over October is an alternative pop/rock band from Manila, Philippines. The band consists of Josh Buizon (lead vocals and rhythm guitar),Josh Lua (lead guitar),Janessa Geronimo(drums),and Joric Canlas(bass). They are known for their EP Free (2016) and their singles ‘Never Stop' (2017), and 'Wait' (2018). In 2019, they released three more singles 'Mr. Sun,' 'Alive,' and 'Without Your Love,' and their debut album Press Play. In 2020, the band signed with Island Records Philippines.

Over October is a group of friends bursting in the seams with personalities that translate coming-of-age experiences and life lessons through an easy-listening sound with cleverly crafted lyrics. Through their songs, Over October invites their audience to go through life with them: a never-ending road trip that is best enjoyed with your friends.

Over October’s “Sandali Lang” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Island Records Philippines and MCA Music Inc.