Living in Style at The St. Francis Shangri-La Place

The St. Francis Shangri-La Place, currently the tallest condominium project in the country with its twin towers reaching 60 floors,  sets new standards for comfort, exclusivity and luxury living.
 
A project Shang Properties Realty Corporation, the Philippine real estate development arm of renowned property and hotel developer, the Kuok Group, The St. Francis Shangri-La Place is strategically located at the heart of the bustling Ortigas district. Its prime location gives unit owners’ access to the Shangri-La Place integrated community that includes the EDSA Shangri-La Hotel (with its world-class Chi, The Spa) and the Shangri - La Plaza Mall, with its wide range of upscale shopping choices, entertainment venues, and dining options.

A modern day sanctuary in the midst of the metropolis, The St. Francis Shangri – La Place’s spacious interiors feature large windows, high ceilings and individual balconies to take advantage of Manila’s panoramic cityscape. Roomy living areas and sophisticated design blends with the Shangri-La tradition of quality and luxury, redefining today’s benchmark for condo living.

Fit for any age and lifestyle, The St. Francis Shangri-La Place is fully equipped with first - class amenities and recreation choices such as a state-of-the-art two-level clubhouse with a fully equipped gym, multi-purpose function rooms, aerobics room, adult’s game room, steam baths, sauna, children’s playroom, swimming pool and separate kiddie pool, and wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi). Residents can also avail of 24-hour concierge services.

The St. Francis Shangri-La Place also boasts of meticulously planned Penthouses. Spanning three levels beginning at the 59th floor, these luxury spaces occupy a floor area that range from 510 to 650 sqm, with its own private infinity pool, roof deck, glass enclosed sky lounge, and a sky garden. Each of the Grand Penthouse units has four (4) bedrooms, floor – to – ceiling glass windows, and a master bedroom with its own walk – in closet and Jacuzzi.

The Shang Grand Tower construction began in September 2003. Despite political uncertainties that took place during the time, the project flourished. On November 2005, EPHI’s wholly-owned subsidiary, The Shang Grand Tower Corporation (TSGTC) completed construction of the luxury condominium. Its completion established new standards of design, luxury, and performance, as well as invigorating what is now a thriving industry.

The 46-storey gem never fails to amaze onlookers with its traditional art deco design. The popular residential address opened its doors with a formal inauguration on March 8, 2006.

Following its formal opening, The Shang Grand Tower has since been sold-out and is now home to over 200 residents.

For more information visit, www.theshangrandtower.com

KSA Realty Coporation is the majority owner of The Enterprise Center, an architectural landmark located at the crossroads of Ayala Avenue, Paseo de Roxas and dela Rosa streets in the Makati Central Business District.  The prestigious address of the top names in Philippine business, it showcases impeccably planned facilities, conceived and designed to meet the exacting demands of high-level decision-makers.

Inaugurated on July 6, 1999, The Enterprise Center’s two towers have a combined gross floor area of 147,311 square meters and seven basement car park levels that can accommodate 1,200 cars. It has an international food court that can accommodate over 1,000 people catered by 25 different concessionaires as well as a roster of convenient retail shops.

Tower 1 is 39 storeys high and has a helipad on its roof deck.  Tower 2 is 29 storeys tall with a Sky Garden on its roof deck, a perfect venue for corporate and social events.   On top of the podium deck is the Garden Loft, where tenants and guests can relax, chat, and smoke.

Aside from a grand four (4) storey-high common Main Lobby, each tower also has its own lobby and is equipped with 32 high-speed elevators divided into high, medium, and low zones ensuring maximum convenience and efficiency.  The Enterprise Center is registered with the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), which allows its tenants to enjoy additional benefits and incentives.

KSA Realty Corporation combines the strength and resources of the Kuok Group, ING, and A. Soriano Corporation (ANSCOR). Shang Properties, Inc. owns 52.9% of the company, while another Kuok Group affiliate, Flory Co. Inc., owns 15%.   It is managed by the Shang Property Management Services Inc. (SPMSI), a 100% subsidiary of Shang Properties, who also provides top of the line property management services to The Shang Grand Tower, a luxury residential condominium in Makati, and will provide its services to The St. Francis Shangri-La Place in Ortigas Center when it is turned over to its buyers in the 2^nd quarter of this year.

The Enterprise Center has received both local and international recognition through the years. Among the its most recent awards are:

• Don Emilio Abello Energy Efficient Award (December 2008)
• Most Energy Efficient Building in the Philippines (2008) from the ASEAN  Center for Energy
• 1^st Runner Up, Retrofitted Category, ASEAN Energy Awards (June 2008)

For more information, visit www.theenterprisecenter.com.ph

 The Shangri-La Plaza Corporation (SLPC) was established in November 1991. SLPC manages the Shangri-La Plaza – the country’s premier upscale shopping and lifestyle destination. The Shangri-La Plaza offers its customers a complete and carefully selected mix of superior goods and services in well-planned merchandise zones. Esteemed names in fashion and lifestyle including Zara, Paul Smith, Cartier and Escada have taken residence within the mall. The Shangri-La Plaza also plays host to events, performances and exhibits showcasing the best of the metro’s culture and arts.

In 2003, the mall was awarded the Best Shopping Center of the Year by the Department of Trade and Industry and the Philippine Retailers Association.

With its span of successes and retail excellence, The Shangri-La Plaza continues to realize its vision of being Manila’s top lifestyle destination.

For more information, visit www.shangrila-plaza.com