| Extracted from The Philippine STAR 11/18/2005
Serene. Simple. Sublime. These are three powerful words that best describe the Tokyo Mansions.
The overall architectural design of the Tokyo Mansions, the modern Zen interiors, and the Asian landscaping combine
to create a serene atmosphere unlike any other. Simple, straight lines for the walls, windows, and roofs are featured
all over the home. Bamboos in straight lines perfectly accent what could be the most sublime spot in every Tokyo Mansion:
its own infinity pool.
The two biggest Tokyo Mansions model units, Meiji and Yamato, are a study in contrast. Meiji, which will be built
at a corner lot facing the Tokyo Mansions clubhouse, features an inverted L-shaped house.
The Yamato, however, is strikingly subdued from the entrance. A gracefully curved roof and a blank white wall welcome
guests.
But once the door opens, the impact of the design becomes eminent. The curved roof of the living room reaches to
20 feet, and a clerestory window at its highest point gives residents a clear view of the blue sky and offers the
house an interesting interplay of light and shadows from sunrise to sunset, and of course a view of the night sky
and its amazing array of stars.
The layout of the Yamato Mansion was designed to conform to the sloping terrain of the land. The trapezoidal lot allows
easy separation of four functional areas of the Yamato: living room up front, service quarters on the right, the lanai
and infinity pool at the middle, and the private quarters to the left. This also creates a distinct sense of space
in the 525-square-meter Mansion.
The black-tiled infinity pool and Zen rock garden give a commanding view of the river and a virgin forest on the
horizon. The black tiles offer a modern take on the pool’s decorative effect, and depending on the sunlight,
these give varying reflections from dark green to midnight blue – for a more sophisticated feel.
Be it the Meiji or Yamato, the design of the Tokyo Mansions is suited for sophisticated homebuyers who desire the
ultimate, tranquil everyday refuge. As a bonus, they also get the chance to test their golfing skills everyday. A
free golf membership to the world-class, 18-hole South Forbes Golf Club comes with every lot purchase at Tokyo Mansions.
South Forbes was designed by no other than Asia’s leading golf course designer: the International Management
Group (IMG).
In addition, South Forbes’ affiliation with the exclusive golf club of IMG SportsClub entitles Tokyo Mansions residents to worldwide perks: preferred access and discounted rates in 42 world-class golf courses
worldwide. These include the Nirwana Bali Golf Club in the tropical paradise of Bali, the Moonah Links in Melbourne, and San Francisco’s prestigious Presidio Golf Course, among many others.
Situated in one of the leading champion locations today: Metro Sta. Rosa.
For a more personal appreciation of the serene atmosphere and design of Tokyo Mansions, Click here to get more information
about South Forbes Tokyo Mansions.
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