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In how many categories was Megaworld nominated at the 2017 Philippines Property Awards?
In how many categories was Megaworld nominated at the 2017 Philippines Property Awards?
- 30
- 20
- 25 (correct)
- 35
When was Megaworld Corporation founded?
When was Megaworld Corporation founded?
- 1999
- 1994 (correct)
- 1990
- 2001
How many real estate developments has Megaworld Corporation completed in the Philippines?
How many real estate developments has Megaworld Corporation completed in the Philippines?
- 350
- 200
- 250 (correct)
- 300
What is the approximate annual revenue of SM Prime Holdings from its real estate assets?
What is the approximate annual revenue of SM Prime Holdings from its real estate assets?
What type of properties does SM Prime Holdings primarily own?
What type of properties does SM Prime Holdings primarily own?
How many projects has SM Development Corporation, SM Prime's residential subsidiary, completed?
How many projects has SM Development Corporation, SM Prime's residential subsidiary, completed?
What is the focus of Shang Properties in recent years?
What is the focus of Shang Properties in recent years?
What type of buildings does Century Properties specialize in?
What type of buildings does Century Properties specialize in?
What is the approximate minimum cost of a standard condo at One Shangri-La Place in Metro Manila?
What is the approximate minimum cost of a standard condo at One Shangri-La Place in Metro Manila?
Which company is behind the Shangri-La hotel chain?
Which company is behind the Shangri-La hotel chain?
What type of housing does Century Properties offer besides luxury units?
What type of housing does Century Properties offer besides luxury units?
What is a distinctive feature of Century Properties' buildings?
What is a distinctive feature of Century Properties' buildings?
What is the current focus of Robinsons company?
What is the current focus of Robinsons company?
What is Rockwell Land known for?
What is Rockwell Land known for?
What is the price range of Rockwell's properties in the Philippines?
What is the price range of Rockwell's properties in the Philippines?
What is unique about Rockwell Center?
What is unique about Rockwell Center?
What happened to Century Properties' net profit in the 2010s?
What happened to Century Properties' net profit in the 2010s?
In what year was Century Properties founded?
In what year was Century Properties founded?
Which building is the tallest in the Philippines?
Which building is the tallest in the Philippines?
In which year was the TRUMP TOWER MANILA completed?
In which year was the TRUMP TOWER MANILA completed?
How many floors does the GRAMERCY RESIDENCE have?
How many floors does the GRAMERCY RESIDENCE have?
What is the height of the SHANG SALCEDO PLACE?
What is the height of the SHANG SALCEDO PLACE?
Which building is located in Mandaluyong, Metro Manila?
Which building is located in Mandaluyong, Metro Manila?
What is the height of the ONE SHANGRI-LA TOWER NORTH?
What is the height of the ONE SHANGRI-LA TOWER NORTH?
What is the primary purpose of land surveying in subdividing a land?
What is the primary purpose of land surveying in subdividing a land?
What is the role of a land surveyor in a subdivision project?
What is the role of a land surveyor in a subdivision project?
What is the ARCC and SLP in the context of government infrastructure projects?
What is the ARCC and SLP in the context of government infrastructure projects?
What is the classification of projects based on their size range and license category?
What is the classification of projects based on their size range and license category?
What is the purpose of the guidelines for registration for government infrastructure projects?
What is the purpose of the guidelines for registration for government infrastructure projects?
What is the equivalent project end for elevator and escalator work?
What is the equivalent project end for elevator and escalator work?
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Study Notes
Company Overview and Focus
- Robinsons is transitioning from residential developments to commercial properties, currently having no new residential projects underway.
- Rockwell Land introduced the "city within a city" concept in Manila with the development of Rockwell Center in the 1990s, transforming a former power plant site into a luxury mini-city.
- Rockwell Land is renowned for high-end real estate, with properties mainly in Metro Manila and some in Cebu. Townhomes at Santolan are priced nearly at $500,000.
Notable Real Estate Developers
- Century Properties, founded in 1986, has become a significant player in the Philippine residential market, nearly doubling its net profit in the 2010s.
- Megaworld Corporation has completed over 250 real estate projects since its founding in 1994, focusing on both commercial and residential sectors, including high-profile developments like Forbes Town Center.
- SM Prime Holdings, one of the largest developers in the country with annual earnings exceeding $400 million, focuses on shopping malls, offices, convention centers, and a growing residential segment.
- Shang Properties, associated with the Shangri-La brand, primarily develops luxury high-rise condos in prime locations but is gradually expanding its residential portfolio.
Land Surveying and Development
- Land surveying is critical for measuring and mapping land, necessary for property boundaries and ownership information.
- Types of surveys include cadastral, subdivision, boundary, mortgage, site planning, and topographic surveys.
Infrastructure Project Registration
- ARCC represents guidelines for the registration of government infrastructure projects, detailing size ranges and categories for project licensing.
- Different categories are classified by budget sizes, from small projects under 15 million PHP to large projects exceeding 450 million PHP.
Tallest Buildings in the Philippines
- Grand Hyatt Manila is the tallest, standing at 318 m with 66 floors, completed in 2017.
- Other notable tall buildings include PBCOM Tower at 258.6 m, Trump Tower Manila, and The Gramercy Residence, all located in Makati or Taguig.
- The list includes various skyscrapers that reflect the growing skyline of Metro Manila, with several being high-rise condos or luxury developments.
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