Another dose of the sweet life

What started out as a sublime expression of la dolce vita has evolved into a phenomenal residential development that has left people yearning for more.

Prompted by the stellar success of Italian-inspired Courtyards of Portofino, Brittany Corporation continues the plush and vibrant legacy of this master-planned property by bringing a splendid addition to the first Courtyards development. Just as its predecessor, the joy and romance of Italian living endures in this haven south of the metro. The sweet life beckons the second time around at Courtyards II of Portofino.

"From the very beginning, we knew that Courtyards of Portofino was meant to be Brittany Corp.’s masterpiece. It brought together key elements of the Italian architecture along with the European city’s lifestyle that is very familiar to the Filipino sensibilities. Its tremendous success is an affirmation of our vision for what luxury urban living in Metro Manila should be."

"We are confident that Courtyards II of Portofino can replicate the success of Courtyards I. From the first development, we understood that people want a better quality of life. We all want secure homes with open spaces where our children can play and where houses are not cramped. And with the second Courtyards development, we hope that more people can enjoy this Italian enclave just a short distance from the central business district," said Jing Serrano, president of Brittany Corp.

Courtyards II, just like its predecessor, is inspired by the unusual combination of grandeur and coziness of the Italian lifestyle. And, as the name suggests, it is the courtyard that serves as its most distinctive feature. These clusters of homes are configured in such a way that it surrounds a central courtyard. Thus, the houses form pocket communities that make up the development.

But the more unique feature is the inner courtyard found within each of the homes. There is an open space — either at the center or at the side of the residence — that can be accessed from the surrounding hallways. This particular configuration encourages more family interaction by providing a specific area where members of the household are bound to run into each other. The open lay-out also allows more sunshine and fresh air to circulate within the structure.

For the master of the household, casitas were integrated in the design with their needs especially in mind. Each home has a room that is slightly set apart from the main house. While ideal for staying guests, it is primarily meant to be a quiet space that would allow the homeowner to indulge in his personal business.

A finishing touch to these residences is the porticos. These arches that rest elegantly above the columns accent the courtyard design and serve to complete the charming Italian motif.

Located within the Portofino development along the Las Piñas-Cavite-Laguna-Muntinlupa Link Road, Courtyards II is a charming cluster of homes just beside the WideLots of Portofino property. It is five minutes away from Alabang’s commercial district and 30 minutes away from Makati.

Only 77 Courtyard homes are being offered to ensure the exclusivity of the property. Lot cuts range from 289 sq.m. to 593 sq. m. Price packages range from P12.8 million to P15.8 million.

"The Courtyards II is for people who understand how precious life is and know how to make every minute count. The sweet life truly is present within this community. The romance, grandeur, and rustic charms of Italy is comfortably blended into the local landscape creating a space where time can literally stop and the hustle and bustle of urban living is shut off, unable to enter the sun-drenched colored walls," said Nova Noval, head of Corporate Communications.

Property previews may be arranged at 850-6986, 850-2868, 850-3084.