Brittany Corp. elevates standard of beauty

In its tireless pursuit of beauty, maverick real estate developer Brittany Corporation successfully sets a new standard of living that elevates beauty to its highest ideal. Behold Brittany Bay, Portofino, Georgia Club, Caribe at The Islands, and CrossWinds, five of the most beautiful and masterfully planned communities in the country today.

"Beauty can only come from within," said Brittany Corp. president Jing Serrano. "Our properties are beautiful precisely because everything we put into it is beautiful too. Our people are very passionate and committed to churning out only the best. The craftsmanship of every element is guided by the principles of excellence. Even the landscaping is taken cared of by a resident horticulturist who ensures that each property remains distinct and in keeping with their respective themes. From conception to execution, no detail is too small for us to demand that only the finest would be used."

In an unprecedented collaboration that speaks volumes of the property developer’s ingénue, Brittany Corp. has partnered its properties with the country’s finest photographers today. Master lensmen Bien Bautista, Jun de Leon, George Tapan, Wig Tysmans, and Romy Vitug panned their cameras guided by a single word–beautiful.

"While this has never been done before, it does not come as a surprise that it came to fruition. After all, where there is beauty, photographers cannot be too far away!" said Serrano.

"At Brittany Corp, beauty has always been at the heart of all our developments. When people talk about their dream homes, they always mention the word beautiful. That we use the richest paint, strongest wood, first class cement, etc., these are all meant to achieve one thing — a beautiful home," Serrano enthused.

Bien goes neo-Victorian

Bien Bautista is no stranger to San Francisco. With its laid-back, bohemian lifestyle and colorful neighborhoods, he enthusiastically took on Brittany Bay.

A short distance away from the Sucat Interchange on SLEX and a mere 20 minutes from the Makati business district, Brittany Bay is a 60- hectare development that looks to San Francisco for its architecture and design. The neo-Victorian themed community offers single-detached homes, Victorianne Duettos, and Quadrilles as well as low to mid-rise condominiums, among others. The Brittany Bay development is a joint venture between Brittany Corp. and Dona Estela Marfori Posadas.

Wig’s Italian job

It was the images of the seaside town of Italy that attracted Wig Tysmans to Portofino. Inspired by the romance of Italian living, Portofino is a 300-hectare development located along the Las Pinas-Cavite, Laguna, Muntinlupa Link Road, just 30 minutes away from the Makati business district.

The masterfully planned masterplan consists of several communities including Portofino Heights, WideLots of Portofino, Courtyards I and Courtyards II of Portofino, Portofino South, The Masters’ Collection and Amore of Portofino. All are Italian-inspired but each one with very distinct features that speak of charm, grandeur, and romance that would cater to the various needs of different homeowners.

Georgia in Jun’s mind

Jun de Leon has yet to visit the state of Georgia which is precisely what attracted him to the Georgia Club. "I have traveled to so many places but I’ve never gone to Georgia. But I really wanted to see it," he said.

Located in Sta. Rosa, Laguna, this gated enclave is inspired by the privileged lifestyle of the American South. Combining old-world charm with world-class development, Georgia Club is made possible through the partnership between the Quiros family of Sta. Rosa and Brittany Corp. This 30-hectare property recreates southern architecture through symmetrical facades, gabled roofs, high ceilings and distinct porches.

Island living with Romy

Romy Vitug defines beauty through nature at Caribe at The Islands. With its spectacular sunrise, rolling hills, and shimmering sea, it wasn’t difficult for Vitug to show off Caribe’s natural beauty.

Bound by the Molino-Paliparan Highway and Governor’s Drive, this Caribbean-themed community takes inspiration from island resorts. It features single-storey, sprawling homes intended for families who clearly believe in the pursuit of happiness in their everyday existence.

Swiss adventures with George

As the premiere travel photographer of the country, it made sense that George Tapan would set off for Tagaytay — a favorite weekend destination of local tourists — and point his camera towards CrossWinds.

A Swiss-themed weekend retreat, CrossWinds’ distinctive architecture incorporates various elements such as overhanging eaves, wood patterns, and wide balconies set against the lush landscape of Tagaytay. It offers single-detached residences, Swiss Quadrilles, the Grand Quartier, and Deux Pointe — all of which are designed to cater to the needs of the weekend warrior.

"We are honored that the contemporary masters of Philippine photography all agreed to take part in what we could only describe as a beautiful venture," Serrano said.

For property previews of Brittany Corp.’s masterfully planned communities, call 850-2868 and 850-3084 or log on to www.brittany.com.ph.