Encounter the Synergy of Japanese Expertise and Filipino Hospitality Through the Seasons Residences
Exhibiting the intricate fusion of two cultures’ best traits, Japanese efficiency, and Filipino hospitality are the heart of The Seasons Residences. Set to rise in Grand Central Park, Bonifacio Global City, the mixed-use developmentMixed-Use DevelopmentA project that combines several functions, such as residences, offices, retail, dining, and leisure, within a single building or planned district. Common in Metro Manila's growing business districts, mixed-use developmentsGo to Mixed-Use Development Glossary includes four residential towers inspired by Japan’s four seasons. Federal Land, Inc. together with Nomura Real Estate Development and Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings Ltd. launches the project’s third tower, standing for the evocative autumn season, the Aki Tower. This launch follows the first two towers, Haru and Natsu. Haru Tower represents the season of spring. While Natsu Tower implies the summer season. Further, all these four towers will feature upscale residences and meticulously designed amenities. In addition, the development includes the first-ever MITSUKOSHI mall in the country.
Bringing in Japan’s Real Estate Solutions
Upholding Japanese artistry and excellence, tapped are renowned Japanese firms to pave the way for authentic design. These are namely, Nikken Sekkei Group for the overall conceptual design; Nomura Co., Ltd for the mall’s interior designInterior DesignThe discipline of planning and shaping interior spaces for function, comfort, safety, and beauty. It covers layout, lighting, materials, finishes, furniture, and color, and in the Philippines is a licensedGo to Interior Design Glossary; Torafu Architects for the façade concept; and Asao Tokolo for the façade pattern. Certainly, The Seasons Residences features impeccable Japanese innovations meant to elevate the standards of comfort, convenience, and functionality for its residents. Ensuring safety and security, optimized is the latest and innovative Japanese technology. This includes the use of Viscoelastic Coupling Dampers on all towers. A breakthrough in earthquake vibration control technology that can withstand earthquakes and high winds, common to the Philippines and Japan.
Provided in each unit are the Japanese storage system, space-saving kitchen sink with draining, and cutting boards maximizing counter space. Also installed were rangehood with Japanese oil filter technology, air-washing tiles that minimizes humidity and foul odors. Incorporated further are sunken slabs or below-floor drainage systems for easier pipe maintenance. Also equipped with eco-friendly solutions like water-efficient shower toilets in all units and motion sensor lighting in common areas.
The Amenity Floor
Meanwhile, inspired by the seasons of Japan, the amenity floor showcases element pattern arrangement following spring (Haru), summer (Natsu), autumn (Aki), and winter (Fuyu). The modern gym and landscaped gardens evoke the fresh beginnings of spring. While the swimming pool and karaoke room call to mind the fun of summer. As autumn inspires creativity, provided also are the music room, reading lounge, and a business center to accommodate that. Lastly, The Seasons Residences offers a spa and wellness room reminiscent of Japanese winters.
MITSUKOSHI Mall, First in the Philippines
At the podium of The Season’s Residences is the country’s first – MITSUKOSHI, a four-storey mall named after Japan’s oldest department store. This premium commercial space showcases Japanese design elements in a casual but elegant setting. At the basement level will be MITSUKOSHI’s signature depachika, a haven of top-shelf Japanese food and related products. Another floor will house a modern beauty store that offers natural and organic cosmetic brands. The mall aims to offer a wide range of new lifestyle experiences through well-curated tenants, Japanese-style interior designInterior DesignThe discipline of planning and shaping interior spaces for function, comfort, safety, and beauty. It covers layout, lighting, materials, finishes, furniture, and color, and in the Philippines is a licensedGo to Interior Design Glossary, and mall operations.
Promoting an Elevated Lifestyle
The Seasons Residences rises next to Grand Hyatt Manila within Grand Central Park, a master-planned community developed by Federal Land in Bonifacio Global City. Strategically located in Bonifacio Global City along 8th Avenue, the development is close to St. Luke’s Medical Center, Philippine Stock Exchange, embassies, corporate offices, international schools, parks, and places of worship. Convenient mobility options are accessible to all residents via major infrastructure developments such as the BGC-Ortigas Road Link, Metro Manila Subway System, BGC-NAIA Bus Rapid Transit System, and the Skytrain monorail link from BGC to Guadalupe, Makati City.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Seasons Residences is a mixed-use development in Grand Central Park, BGC, by Federal Land with Nomura Real Estate Development and Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings. It has four residential towers inspired by Japan’s seasons, with Haru, Natsu, and Aki launched, and a podium mall.
Nikken Sekkei Group led the overall conceptual design, Nomura Co., Ltd handled the mall’s interior design, Torafu Architects developed the façade concept, and Asao Tokolo created the façade pattern. The development’s design team was drawn from Japanese firms to pursue what the developer calls authentic Japanese design.
Viscoelastic Coupling Dampers are installed on all towers. They are described as a breakthrough in earthquake vibration control technology, designed to withstand earthquakes and the high winds common to both the Philippines and Japan, forming part of the development’s safety and security measures.
The amenity floor follows Japan’s seasons: a gym and landscaped gardens for spring, a swimming pool and karaoke room for summer, a music room, reading lounge, and business center for autumn, and a spa and wellness room for winter, per the developer’s description.
It is the country’s first MITSUKOSHI, a four-storey mall named after Japan’s oldest department store. A basement depachika offers Japanese food and related products, a beauty store carries natural and organic cosmetic brands, and the mall also houses a supermarket and a food hall.
