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Thursday, April 16, 2009

Ceylinco Celestial Residencies

The Vision
Ceylinco Celestial Residencies unfolds the lifetime dream of Deshamanya Dr. Lalith Kotelawala, Chairman of Ceylinco Consolidated. His was the futuristic vision of creating the tallest building Sri Lanka has ever known, a lavish colossus of luxury, towering 45 floors into the sky. He was ably assisted in this mission by Mrs. Cecille Kotelawala, the strength behind the mastermind.

The Creators
Ceylinco Consolidated is one of Sri Lanka's oldest and largest business conglomerates. In 1961, Ceylinco House was built as Colombo’s first high-rise and the city’s tallest building. This spirit of innovation, coupled with the yearning to grow bigger and better has remained the hallmark of Ceylinco Consolidated, which now includes over 250 subsidiaries and associate companies, covering diverse sectors such as property development, banking, insurance & financial services, real estate, diamonds, jewellery, tourism and IT.

The Developer
Ceylinco Homes International was founded in 1993 as the property development arm of Ceylinco Consolidated. Since then, under the leadership of Mrs. Padmini Karunanayake, Deputy Chairperson and Chief Executive Director, we have pioneered many unique housing concepts in our erstwhile projects – Lotus Grove, Hyde Park Residencies, The Villa, Eden Gardens, Cinnamon County Residencies and Barnes Place Residencies. We are Sri Lanka’s only property developer to be awarded the prestigious Superbrand status. This was in recognition of the confidence that customers placed in us, our consistency in maintaining benchmark standards and giving our customers products of the highest quality.

The Phenomenon
With the majestic rise of Ceylinco Celestial Residencies, Colombo will be the cynosure of all eyes. This lavish living experience with 176 apartments will rise cheek by jowl by the Indian Ocean, in the epicentre of Sri Lanka’s commercial hub.

The investment
Located on Colombo’s prime real estate, Celestial is great investment opportunity with returns that keep growing continuously. You can event rent out your apartment with Hyatt services in your absence.

The Hyatt
The world renowned hotel chain, The Hyatt Regency, will be housed at Ceylinco Celestial Residencies. With its Mezzanine Restaurant, Martini Bar, Infinity Pool, Spa, Gym and a host of concierge services, The Hyatt further enhances the redefined luxury living experience that Ceylinco Celestial Residencies offers.




Apartments


Rising from the 17th floor upwards, each apartment has a teak wood floor, and every fitting is a piece de resistance with modern designs and fine finishes.


Single Bedroom Suites

Your personal living space with comfort to keep you company and a stunning view to take your breath away. Cocooned in your cosy home you will experience life in a refreshingly new aura of luxury.

Three Bedroom Apartments
Your family will step in and up to a level of living not known before… where luxury is spread on the contemporary interior and world-class fittings.

Four Bedroom Apartments
Generous space to enjoy life at its fullest and most enticing… Your home is contemporary lavishness personified and luxury living redefined.

The Penthouses
Perched high on the apex of everything that luxury stands for at Celestial, are the exclusive Penthouses. Abundant space to breathe and live the lavish lifestyle waiting to be lived… you will ascend to an echelon of extravagance known by few and lived by fewer.

Visit http://www.celestialresidencies.com

Saturday, February 28, 2009

Trillium Residence


Barnes Place Residencies and Hyde Park Residencies are landmarks in Colombo 's apartment development.

The Management responsible for the success of these projects now present to you their latest achievement...Trillium Residencies

Trillium Residencies is a flagship project of the BOI approved, Ceylinco Condominiums Ltd., a subsidiary of Ceylinco Housing and Real Estate Company Ltd., which has been in the forefront of the Housing Construction Industry since 1983.

Trillium Residencies, created by the award winning architects Design Consortium Ltd. is an architect's marvel in space planning and eco-friendliness. Trillium Residencies is designed to ensure that over 50% of the total land area is dedicated to space, greenery and foliage. This creates the unique atmosphere of “A place you fall in love with”.

The main features available at Trillium Residences are

A 25m 5 Lane Swimming Pool, a Gymnasium, an Indoor Badminton Court, a Day Care Centre, Convenience store / Mini Market, a Laundry Collection Centre, a Multi-purpose Court (for Tennis or Basketball), a Jogging Track and a Park.

You now have the opportunity to derive amazing emotional benefits by making a lifetime investment in Trillium Residencies. Should you choose to lease or rent, Ceylinco Condominiums Ltd. is committed to manage your investment efficiently through a variety of flexible payment schemes tailor-made for you. We will give you the best return on your investment.

Make your dream a reality with Trillium Residencies.

To fall in love, speak to us on our Hotline 0777 888222

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Havelock City - come home to the city



Havelock City is the single largest mixed-use real estate development project to be undertaken in Sri Lanka.

The residential component of Havelock City would comprise 8 towers with the first phase of 226 apartments already under construction. It will have all modern conveniences that would be expected of any international development of this magnitude. The commercial component would comprise a large shopping mall with department stores, a hypermarket, a multiplex cinema, numerous shops, cafes and restaurants. The integration of these residential and commercial components would create synergies that will make Havelock City a true City within a City!

Havelock City, integrating luxurious modern amenities and entertainment in a sophisticated, residential and cosmopolitan setting is completely equipped with all you could want for today's contemporary lifestyle in a relaxing and secure environment. It brings together neighbourhood living to the heart of the city. The residential component enjoys easy access from Havelock Road, Skelton Road, Mayura Place and Peterson Lane. There are eight towers of apartments, with four towers of 22 storeys, two towers of 27 storeys and two towers of 29 storeys.

Havelock City would comprise 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments as well as a limited number of Penthouses catering to a variety of needs and affordability.

The utmost priority in design concept has been focused on access, circulation and layout. Each apartment tower has a separate car drop-off to the main lobby and is directly accessible from the basement car park. The apartment towers have been designed to maximise natural lighting and cross ventilation.

These strategically placed apartments have spectacular views of the city, the sea and the landscaped gardens within Havelock City and share common facilities which include function rooms, gymnasium, swimming pools etc.

Extensive landscaping within the residential component of Havelock City creates an idyllic and comfortable living environment.

Havelock City's very own Shopping Mall is conveniently located in a podium block facing Havelock Road. The Mall, complete with Department Stores, Supermarket, Multiplex Cinema and International Food Court will also host various shops, cafés and restaurants. The roof of the Shopping Mall will be landscaped and accommodate health club facilities. Car parking is located below the Mall and will connect directly to the Mall through escalators and lifts.

This Retail Podium is set back from Havelock Road, elevated ten meters above the ground with a large atrium, enabling a generous area for traffic entry, drop-off and circulation within Havelock City. The Shopping Mall is connected to the Hotel/Serviced Apartment tower and the residential component through a network of pedestrian routes affording excellent access and exposure for the Retailers.

The Hotel and Serviced Apartment tower rests on the retail podium commanding a panoramic and uninterrupted view of the city. The 200-room Serviced Apartments are located on the higher floors of the tower whilst the 300-room Hotel starts from the fifth level. They occupy a single tower to facilitate central servicing and operations. This tower has direct access to the landscaped roof and club facilities on the Podium with connectivity to the Shopping Mall on the lower floors.

The canal side of the Podium will also be developed to have sidewalk cafés with open landscaped terraces and other scenic attractions to attract residents, shoppers and hotel guests.

Contact
324 Havelock Road,
Colombo,
Sri Lanka.

web : http://www.havelockcity.lk
Hot Line : +94 112 505100
Fax: +94 115 505100

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Luxury Homes Showcase



Luxury Homes welcomes you and trusts that your visit will be truly enjoyable. We will unlock the door to spectacular real estate, exclusive estates and the world's finest luxury homes. We showcase the world's finest real estate and the industry's leading luxury brokers. Whether you are looking to find your ocean front dream home, your golf course estate or your alpine chalet, let us assist you in your search from the comfort of your home or office.

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LuxuryHomes.com can accommodate your advertising needs whether you have one listing or multiple listings. Let us showcase your luxury homes to the world.

Contact - http://www.luxuryhomes.com/Contact.aspx

Monday, January 26, 2009

Suasana Bangsar

A new Bangsar bastion

An affluent neighborhood where local and international residents call home, Bangsar is a flawless blend of old and new. Existing infrastructure and facilities that give the neighborhood its charm and personality are complemented by fresh new developments that promise a new wave of exciting energy, creating a multi-racial melting pot of cultures and cuisines, arts and entertainment.

Rising 26 storeys above the surrounding landscape, Suasana Bangsar condominium exudes a subtle blend of elegance and style that offers a scenic panorama of the vibrant Bangsar landscape, Mid Valley City and the Kuala Lumpur city centre skyline.

It is also ideally located close to the area’s numerous established amenities such as Bangsar Village 2, Bangsar Shopping Complex, the Telawi Street cluster of restaurants and clubs, and the LRT station.

Prime real estate

Suasana Bangsar offers investors a rare opportunity to own prime real estate in Kuala Lumpur. As a long established neighbourhood, land is growing scarce within this area and new developments are few.

Buyers considering to invest in this area would be encouraged by the freehold status of Suasana Bangsar. Developer UMLand Berhad is also offering a RM20,000 discount for selected units.

Suasana Bangsar’s low density project offers only 190 units in eight designs that span from 1,112 sqf to 4,892 sqf. Prices start from RM668,880 to RM4,867,420 per unit.

A trusted name

UMLand is a responsible and trusted name in property development, and a socially and environmentally conscious corporate citizen driven by a commitment to deliver the best products and services.

The company continuously strives to exceed market expectations in delivering value and enhancing lifestyle, and its strength is enhanced by the support of shareholders like CapitaLand Limited, Tradewinds Corporation Berhad, Chee Tat Holdings (S) Pte Ltd, and Wawasan
Perangsang Mewah Sdn Bhd.

For more information about Suasana Bangsar, please visit www.suasanabangsar.com.my

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Wel come to 189 Residencies


The flagship venture of Benison International Property Developers (Pvt) Limited, 189 Residencies is located at Borella on Colombo’s most-frequented free-flow highway Baseline Road providing luxurious and quiet convenience just a step away from easy access routes to many leading schools, medical institutions, hospitals, banks, supermarkets, shopping arcades, parks etc. What’s more the complex is now completed and ready for occupation.



This distinctly different, modern, residential complex is spread over a 56 perch land and comprises of 8 floors with 43 apartments offering four types of units ranging from 2 bedroom and 3 bedroom apartments, 3 bedroom Duplexes and 2 Super Luxury Penthouses.

Built to minimalistic architectural design each unit is structured to make best use of natural light, providing a spacious and completely fresh atmosphere, ideal for a home within the majestic and opulent surroundings of the 2 tower premises.

The complex boasts a large roof-top terrace with a panoramic view of Colombo’s skyline beneath the sky’s ever-changing hues; for a moment of tranquility or for that family occasion.



The exclusive roof-top gymnasium is built bordering the terrace facing the east with a unique view of the Baseline Highway. Adjacent Steam Baths and Changing Rooms complete the rooftop experience.

Additionally reserved parking slots at the drive-in ground floor, a car wash-bay, high speed elevators with a stretcher lift, 24 hour security with CCTV surveillance and linked intercom and assured conformity to health and safety standards are provided by the 189 Residencies.

Guaranteed with internationally branded fittings and accessories, while embodying construction excellence 189 Residencies aim to provide the dual benefit of the unparalleled life style you so deserve by combining luxury, comfort, convenience and security while assuring you a rewarding investment that provides continued value appreciation, security and stability.

Visit for more details - www.benison.lk

Saturday, January 17, 2009

Residential Real Estate

The legal arrangement for the right to occupy a dwelling is known as the housing tenure. Types of housing tenure include owner occupancy, Tenancy, housing cooperative, condominiums (individually parceled properties in a single building), public housing, squatting, and co-housing.

Residences can be classified by if and how they are connected to neighboring residences and land. Different types of housing tenure can be used for the same physical type. For example, connected residents might be owned by a single entity and leased out, or owned separately with an agreement covering the relationship between units and common areas and concerns.

Major physical categories in North America and Europe include:

* Attached / multi-unit dwellings
o Apartment ("flat" outside North America) - An individual unit in a multi-unit building. The boundaries of the apartment are generally defined by a perimeter of locked or lockable doors. Often seen in multi-story apartment buildings.
o Multi-family house - Often seen in multi-story detached buildings, where each floor is a separate apartment or unit.
o Terraced house (a.k.a. townhouse or rowhouse) - A number of single or multi-unit buildings in a continuous row with shared walls and no intervening space.
o Condominium - Building or complex, similar to apartments, owned by individuals. Common grounds are owned and shared jointly. There are townhouse or rowhouse style condominiums as well.
* Semi-detached dwellings
o Duplex - Two units with one shared wall.
* Single-family detached home
* Portable dwellings
o Mobile homes - Potentially a full-time residence which can be (might not in practice be) movable on wheels.
o Houseboats - A floating home
o Tents - Usually very temporary, with roof and walls consisting only of fabric-like material.

The size of an apartment or house can be described in square feet or meters. In the United States this includes the area of "living space", excluding the garage and other non-living spaces. The "square meters" figure of a house in Europe reports the area of the walls enclosing the home, and thus includes any attached garage and non-living spaces.

It can also be described more roughly by the number of rooms. A studio apartment has a single bedroom with no living room (possibly a separate kitchen). A one-bedroom apartment has a living or dining room, separate from the bedroom. Two bedroom, three bedroom, and larger units are also common. (A bedroom is defined as a room with a closet for clothes storage.)

Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Multifamily Apartment Property - Cleveland, OH

Property Description


The property consists of two three story brick building with four studios, five 1bd/1ba, sixteen 2bd/1ba, eleven 2+bd/1ba, and eight retail spaces (averaging 1,100 sq.ft). A new boiler was installed in Nov 08', double thermopane low-e windows in 04' and new lights/plumbing fixtures over the past two years. The property was appraised for well over $1M in 2004. The owner recently took the property back after a failed seller financing deal and is in the process of re-leasing the place back up. Owner is open to seller financing, doing a wrap or a lease/purchase agreement. Deal offers a sophisticated buyer the ability to earn an outstanding return upon completion of fill-up and making minor property improvements. Very few 2bds exist in the neighborhood and can be easily filled up with section 8 renters.

Location Description

Shaker Square Plaza is about five miles east of downtown and 1/4 mile west of Shaker Heights. The area is considered an infill residential location and primarily consists of single-family and multifamily residential buildings. The property is one quarter of a mile south of Shaker Square, an established mixed use residential/retail/office area recently acquired by The Coral Company. Their plans include a luxury condominium development, parking garage, outdoor ampitheatres, ice skating rink and outdoor sculpture museum for the area. The goal of this redevelopment is to gentrify the Shaker Square area creating an exciting recreational, social and business environment for its residents. This sub-market is considered to have a lower cost of living then many parts of Cleveland and is known as a great place to reside. With no available land to build new homes or apartments, the area around Shaker Square has been Greater Cleveland's most stable rental market for 80 years. One of the benefits afforded Shaker Square Plaza is the RTA light rail system in the middle of Shaker Square.

No. Stories : 3
Commission Split : 4%
Property Types : Garden/Low-Rise Street Retail

Visit for more details
http://www.loopnet.com/property/16055910/2915-East-130th-Street/

Sri Lanka Villas - Dalip House



Location

Situated just 11km from Galle is Dalip House, a five bed roomed beach villa with a wide beach frontage. Here, you are close enough to enjoy the sites, shopping and social scene of Galle, yet far enough away to escape and be by yourselves when you want. The journey from Colombo’s international airport is approximately 3.5 hours.

Description

A newly built villa with a Balinese influence. Polished stone flooring encourages cool bare foot living. Timber ceilings and shutters channel the view out over the garden towards the Indian Ocean and a wide beach frontage. The beach itself is huge and devoid of basting tourists. The waves are challenging and to be shown respect. Fishermen perch on their stilts just to the right of the private beach gate. Dalip House can accommodate 6 adults and 4 children.

Accommodation

Dalip House has three double rooms each in separate pavilions and is located at the front of the villa allowing you to gaze out to sea whilst still in bed. There is a children’s pavilion with a twin room, single room and small sitting area. All doubles have an ensuite bathroom with h/w shower. The children's wing shares a bathroom with shower.

Facilities

A separate pavilion centrally located with huge 'lie around' seating, gives fabulous views across the garden out to sea. Dining is in the open sided pavilion located by the pool. A fully modern kitchen is the domain of Nuwan the Chef. Recently returned from the UK where he was seconded to specialist caterers, will prepare feasts upon request. There is also a senior houseboy, plus 2 others and a cleaner. A night watchman and gardener make up the full compliment.

Excursions

Koggala Lake with its many islands inhabited with several species of birds, is another wonderful experience. Visit to the historic 17th century Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with narrow streets lined with Dutch and British colonial era buildings which are still in use, sturdy ramparts looking out to sea, the lighthouse, and a growing collection of art galleries and several boutique hotels. There are several temples in the area that are well worth a relaxed visit. For the more sporting, scuba diving can be easily arranged - either for a PADI course or for the qualified there are several good wreck and reef dives nearby. Unawatuna and Mirissa offer several other watersports including sailing, fishing, coastal cruises, river trips, sea kayaking, snorkeling and boating. The game reserve of Yala is, with an early start, a 3-4 hour drive away.

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Villas


In front of the house there is an enormous terrace with garden furniture and a view onto the surrounding fields and meadows.

A charming little stone house nestled into the pretty hills in the interior of the Costa Brava.

The two-storey house stands completely alone; there is just one neighbour in a distance of 100m. It was renovated last year and a lot of care went into preserving the original, century old stone walls and the structure of the building. Except for the bedroom and the bathroom, all of the rooms are open-plan and designed without doors, which has resulted in a variety of different living spaces.

Amongst these you'll find a cosy living and dining room with a fireplace and TV as well as an open-plan kitchen (equipped with a washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, coffeemaker, electric kettle, toaster and oven). The bedroom is one the first floor and has a double bed and a bathroom with a shower. The first floor features also another living room with a desk, sofa bed and access to the lovely terrace. On the ground floor there are another 2 sleeping areas - furnished with a sofa-bed and a single bed - tucked behind a curtain.



We do not recommend this house for families with small childen since the old stone staircase doesn't have a handrail.

30 km from the beach!

Location: Pontós

The house is about 4km from Pontós, a pleasant little village with a public swimming pool. You can find restaurants and shops in nearby Báscara, about 5km from the house. The river Fluvià is also not far. The walk to the river is beautiful and in the summer you can conclude it with a refreshing dip in the water.

Furthermore, Figueres - home to the famous Dalí Museum - is just 10km from the house, and here you will find all necessary services and amenities. The surroundings are full of interesting places to visit, including the provincial capital Girona (28 km), Banyoles (18 km), the charming town of Besalú (18 km) and Olot (36 km). The most beautiful beaches along the Costa Brava are just 30km away - Roses, Ampuriabrava, L'Escala etc. The nearest golf course, Torremirona, is in Navata (4,5 km). The only conceivable problem you might encounter is feeling so at home here that you'll never want to get out of the house.

Visit for more details - http://www.northspainvillas.com

The Regency

If the hustle and bustle of Colombo, Sri Lanka is making your nerve ends raw, it is time to break away from the endless monotony of it all. The lush surroundings of the country side and a serene environment you to one of the most aesthetic apartment complexes which is THE REGENCY.

Located in Dehiwela , the apartments exude privacy and the friendly atmosphere which is the trademark of Sri Lanka . Within close proximity to Colombo, Sri Lanka's commercial hub, yet away from its busy complexities, the apartments is the brainchild of F & G Property Developers (Pvt) Limited, a member of Ceylinco Consolidated.

House Type - " A "

Exuding grace and charm, these apartments feature a wide floor area of 1836 Sqft. The apartments offer spacious living and dining space, pantry, terrace, balcony, 2 bathrooms and 3 bedrooms.

House Type - " B "

This is a lovely spacious apartment with a floor area of 1,588 Sqft. Comprising a Living and Dining space, terrace, kitchen, 2 bathrooms and 3 Bedrooms, these apartments offer privacy and attention to detail.

House Type - " C "

A beautiful apartment encompassing a floor area of an impressive 1,994 Sqft. with a large living and dining area, terrace, balcony, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

House Type - " Ca "

Exuding grace and charm, these apartments feature a wide floor area of 1,508 Sq.m. The apartments offer spacious living and dining space, pantry, terrace, balcony, 2 bathrooms and 3 bedrooms.

House Type - " D "

This apartment boasts of a floor area of 1,571 Sqft. A living and dining area, terrace, kitchen and generous sized bedrooms and bathrooms.

House Type - " Da "

Exuding grace and charm, these apartments feature a wide floor area of 1,905 Sqft. The apartments offer spacious living and dining space, pantry, terrace, balcony, 3 bathrooms and 4 bedrooms.

House Type - " E "

This lovely apartment boasts of a spacious floor area of 1,966 Sqft. The entrance opens up to a very large living and dining area. The apartment comprises a kitchen, terrace, 3 bedroom and 2 bathrooms.

House Type - " F "

House Type F is a well-designed house with a floor area of 444 Sqft. A living area, bedsitter and bathroom.

Visit for more details - http://www.srilankaapartments.com

Real Estate

Real estate is a legal term that encompasses land along with anything permanently affixed to the land, such as buildings, specifically property that is stationary, or fixed in location. Real estate law is the body of regulations and legal codes which pertain to such matters under a particular jurisdiction. Real estate is often considered synonymous with real property (also sometimes called realty), in contrast with personal property (also sometimes called chattel or personalty under chattel law or personal property law).

However, in some situations the term "real estate" refers to the land and fixtures together, as distinguished from "real property," referring to ownership rights of the land itself.

The terms real estate and real property are used primarily in common law, while civil law jurisdictions refer instead to immovable property.

Business sector

With the development of private property ownership, real estate has become a major area of business. Purchasing real estate requires a significant investment, and each parcel of land has unique characteristics, so the real estate industry has evolved into several distinct fields. Specialists are often called on to valuate real estate and facilitate transactions. Some kinds of real estate businesses include:

* Appraisal: Professional valuation services
* Brokerages: A fee charged by the mediator who facilitates a real estate transaction between the two parties.
* Development: Improving land for use by adding or replacing buildings
* Property management: Managing a property for its owner(s)
* Real estate marketing: Managing the sales side of the property business
* Real estate investing: Managing the investment of real estate
* Relocation services: Relocating people or business to a different country
* Corporate Real Estate: Managing the real estate held by a corporation to support its core business—unlike managing the real estate held by an investor to generate income

Within each field, a business may specialize in a particular type of real estate, such as residential, commercial, or industrial property. In addition, almost all construction business effectively has a connection to real estate.

"Internet Real Estate" is a term coined by the internet investment community relating to ownership of domain names and the similarities between high quality internet domain names and real-world, prime real estate.