The Spinnaker by Landco Named Best International Sustainable Residential Development

 Landco Pacific Corporation’s The Spinnaker is named the Best International Sustainable Residential Development, a prestigious milestone as the first and only Philippine property to earn this recognition at the 2024-2025 International Property Awards (IPA) in a culminating glittery gala night held at The Savoy, London.

The 22-storey beachfront condotel The Spinnaker, poised as an iconic architectural landmark resembling its namesake headsail of a yacht, in full swing, is recognized for its innovative design and sustainability facets seamlessly blended in its structure and facilities. The stunning condotel is situated at the master planned 23-hectare Resort Estates Club Laiya in Laiya, San Juan, Batangas.

“We are grateful to receive the highly-coveted distinction of The Spinnaker from IPA, considered as the Oscars of the real estate industry on a global stage. Our groundbreaking new beachfront condotel has never been seen before in the Philippines and throughout the world” stated LandcoPacific Corporation President and CEO Erickson Y. Manzano.

“The recognition of The Spinnaker as the world’s best in sustainable residential development inspires us to continue to develop master planned resort and leisure communities that will have a worth in the world and leave a lasting legacy for generations down the line. It’s also an honor for us to help put our country at the forefront of sustainable development across the globe,”

“The Spinnaker is a proof our strong commitment to sustainability. It is not just lip service for us to deliver innovative, sustainable and exceptional beach properties suitable for the modern lifestyle that transcends expectations, it’s part of our DNA,” Manzano further shared.

Putting the country on the international spotlight, The Spinnaker, bested other nominees from Africa, Asia Pacific, Arabia, Canada, Caribbean, Central and South America, Europe, United Kingdom and the Americas.

The Spinnaker advanced to the global level, after being announced as the winner of the 2024-2025 IPA Best Sustainable Residential Development in the Asia-Pacific category.

Earlier, The Spinnaker was cited as Asia Pacific Property Awards’ Best Sustainable Residential Development with Five Stars and Winner for Condominium Development in the Philippines at Marriot Marquis Queen’s Park, Bangkok. These earned The Spinnaker the nominations on the regional level, where the development was judged and determined as Asia Pacific’s Best.

“These awards inspire us to continue innovating and shaping the future of luxury resort living in the Philippines and worldwide. We hope that other firms will share our commitment to create future-proof and sustainable developments,” Manzano added.

The IPA celebrates the highest levels of achievement by companies operating in all sectors of the property and real estate industry. Each entry was meticulously evaluated by a panel of over 100 industry experts, focusing on design, quality, service, innovation, originality, and commitment to sustainability. The judging panel is chaired by Lord Best and Lord Waverley, Lord Thurso and The Earl of Lytton, members of the House of Lords in the UK Parliament and highly experienced team of professionals who cover the whole range of property disciplines around the world.

An accolade from the IPA is globally renowned as one of the most significant and prestigious awards in the property industry and is considered as a world-renowned mark of excellence.

The Spinnaker Sets the Global Benchmark for Sustainable Residential Development

The Spinnaker is proudly pursuing EDGE Certification of the International Finance Corporation, a subsidiary of The World Bank, targeting to meet the criteria of at least 20% savings on use of resources: water, energy, and embodied materials. The condotel will be the first to feature the double-piped waterline system to use non-potable water for toilet flushing and irrigation. It will also provide Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations to reduce and significant use of recycled materials for further lower the property’s carbon footprint.

The Spinnaker is part of the eco-friendly development of Club Laiya. Along with Landco BeachTowns CaSoBe(Calatagan South Beach), Club Laiya is Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)-registered for the properties’ sustainability program.  There are tree-lined walkways, pedestrian routes, bicycle lanes, a beach promenade. There’s also double-piped water management system in the entire development. Environmental conservation efforts and livelihood projects for the local community are undertaken.

The Spinnaker – An Iconic Beachfront Condotel

Only two and a half hours from Metro Manila and adjacent to Landco Pacific’s Playa Laiya, The Spinnaker is at the beachfront of the sun-kissed Club Laiya, the master-planned resort estates, and tourism destination. The development also features a mix of residential and commercial lots, and tourist hubs. Each provides distinct experiences and opportunities that are part of one unified development of Landco Pacific Corporation.

The condotel’s poetic structure allows beach home buyers and investors to realize their modern beach home or rental business, complete with modern amenities and amidst the sound of waves, picturesque sunsets and steps aways from the fine white sand and turquoise sea.

The captivating medium-rise beachfront premium condominium, with terraced levels and luxurious cuts, features an exclusive 4th floor infinity pool, and positive Miami vibes. All of the distinctly curated 247 units of The Spinnaker have an expansive view of the sea by TayabasBay for a welcoming sea view and fresh breeze, and some units will have both the sea and landscape punctuated by Mt. Daguldol.

Each unit features a generous floor-to-ceiling height of the general area at approximately 2.80 meters; pre-wired outlets ready for internet access; individual intercom facility; pre-installed ceiling LED lighting fixtures; cove ceiling on strategic locations, automatic smoke detectors, and fire alarm sprinkler system; main door security view hole feature; and dedicated washing machine area. Essential appliances are also provided for each unit:  inverter aircons and refrigerators, induction cooktop, rangehood, and multi-point water heater.

Residential property investors have the option to select from the curated units:  34-37 sqm studio units, 44-52 sqm one-bedroom units, 86 to 123 sqm two-bedroom units, 91-225 sqm three-bedroom units, 70 sqm one-bedroom bi-level units, 130 to 198 sqm two-bedroom bi-level units, and a 315 sqm three-bedroom bi-level unit. A few commercial units are available at the lobby level from 51 to 279 sqm. There are parking spaces for both cars and big bikes. 

The Spinnaker offers hotel-like amenities in its building to be managed by Landco Lifestyle Ventures (LLV), LandcoPacific’s hospitality arm: a well-designed lobby, commercial spaces for dining and leisure activities, drop-off area, common and podium parking, meeting rooms and storage rooms, gym and spa, a 300-sqm, 25-meter Infinity lap pool, kid's pool, lounge area, bar, kid's play zone, ballroom for social and corporate functions, a sky bar and helipad.

LLV will also offer owners and investors of its units, the option to avail of its property management for short-term, long-term lease, ensuring rental income and value appreciation of their investment.

Strategically situated at Club Laiya, facilities are comprised of robust common area estate WI-FI for Work from the Beach (WFB) set-up, 24/7 security with CCTV, slipway for small boats and jetski, and hospitality and leisure attractions managed by LLV: Laiya Beach Club with lap and infinity pools, and a second-level restaurant with a sea view; 33 Cocoons, pod-like airconditioned accommodations; Camperisti, modern “glamper vans”, and Captain Barbozza Restaurant and Bar.

For more information about Landco Pacific Corporation and The Spinnaker, visit their https://www.landco.ph/  or https://www.facebook.com/LandcoPacificCorporation              For-the full list of winners at the 2024-2025 International Property Awards, visit their website: https://propertyawards.net/region/international/?fwp_winner_year=2024-winners

Landco Pacific and AIM Unveil New Student Lounge to Empower Future Leaders

 Asian Institute of Management and Landco Pacific Corporation officially unveiled the Landco Pacific Student Lounge at the AIM campus in Makati City. The ceremonial event was led by Dr. Jikyeong Kang, President and Dean of AIM, and Erickson Y. Manzano, President and CEO of Landco Pacific Corporation.

“We are thrilled and grateful for the donation of Landco Pacific in providing a space designed to enable our students to connect and engage in meaningful discussions and strengthen their bonds,” said Dr. Kang, President and Dean of AIM. 

Manzano highlighted the support of Mr. Manuel V. Pangilinan, Chairman of Landco Pacific Corporation and its parent company Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC), in making the student lounge a reality. “This initiative wouldn't have been possible without the vision and support of Mr. Pangilinan. Our donation of the new student lounge reflects our commitment to education as a vehicle for progress and aims to enhance the learning experience for AIM students, helping them become the next generation of innovative leaders.”

The collaboration between AIM and Landco Pacific further reinforces both institutions’ shared vision of fostering the growth of future leaders who will drive sustainable change in Asia and beyond. AIM continues to be a pioneer in management education, committed to producing transformative leaders who are equipped to thrive in a dynamic and rapidly evolving world.

As one of the premier business schools in Southeast Asia, AIM has maintained its reputation as a leading institution for business and management education. Its MBA program is internationally recognized, and its alumni network spans across the most influential sectors in Asia.

“My time at AIM played a crucial role in shaping my leadership abilities. The case study-based learning approach and real-world problem-solving experience provided me with invaluable skills that I still apply in my career today. I hope that with our donation of the lounge, AIM students will appreciate its value as a platform for exchanging ideas, sparking creativity and forging lifelong friendships,” Manzano shared as an alumnus of AIM. 

In recognition of his leadership and contributions, CEO Insights Asia Magazine named Manzano as one of the Top 10 Best Alumni Leaders of AIM in 2023. This prestigious recognition put into spotlight his outstanding achievements in the business and real estate sectors. 

Landco Pacific is acclaimed for pioneering premium developments for more than 30 years, and has a long-established reputation for creating valuable developments, a legacy that continues to ring true since its first development, Punta Fuego in the 1990s.  

Under Manzano’s leadership, Landco Pacific has been at the forefront of the development of innovative and sustainable Leisure Resort Estates – CaSoBe (Calatagan South Beach) and Club Laiya in Batangas and Costa Azalea in Samal Island, Davao; and The Residences at Terrazas de Punta Fuego, the luxury residential beachfront condominium as the last call to be part of the exclusive community of Punta Fuego in Nasugbu, Batangas. LandcoBeachTowns are master planned and mixed-use developments featuring cutting-edge designed beachfront condominiums, sprawling estates and resort attractions in premier tourist and leisure destinations. These developments complement Landco Pacific’s premium residential and commercial communities in key locations across the country. 

For more information about AIM and its programs, please visithttps://aim.edu/. For information about Landco Pacific Corporation, please visit https://www.landco.ph/.

Landco Pacific Ventures into the US Market with Luxurious Coastal Developments

 Second California Roadshow Aims to Engage More U.S. Investors with Stunning Beachfront Condominium Developments in the Tourist Destinations of Batangas, Philippines

Landco Pacific Corporation, renowned for pioneering premium landscapes for more than 30 years and a subsidiary of Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC) with its chairman, Manuel V. Pangilinan, lands on US shores anew with its roadshow kicking off at the Rosewood Hotel, Menlo Park, San Francisco on October 12 and in Pasadena on October 26. A series of pocket events will also complement these two key activations.

"It's an honor to return to the U.S. for our second roadshow," said Landco Pacific President and CEO Erickson Y. Manzano. "We're eager to help our kababayans realize their dream of owning beachfront homes — premium spaces that they can enjoy now and pass down the line as lasting legacies. With excellent rental income potential, these beach homes are not just dreams realized; they're smart investments as well."

 

Manzano added that Landco’s latest developments are highly sought-after, given Landco Pacific’s track record of high-value appreciation with its legacy project of Punta Fuego in Batangas growing in value to about 1,000% since it was launched in the ’90s; development of renowned and coveted prime residential and leisure properties in key cities across the country; and financial strength as a subsidiary of MPIC.

 

The US roadshow will be spearheaded by Manzano together with Vice President for Commercial and Customer Experience Gerard Penaflor and Sales and Marketing Manager Charisse Santiano.

Strengthening Landco’s sustained presence in the US are its key partners:  Consul General Neil Ferrer of the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco and Director Soleil Tropicales, Philippine Department of Tourism Office in San Francisco. To enliven the US roadshow, TFC (The Filipino Channel) TV personality Ginger Conejero will co-host the first event.

 

The US roadshow will put a spotlight on Landco Pacific beachfront condominium developments in Batangas: The Spinnaker at Club Laiya, San Juan; The Residences at Terrazas de Punta Fuego, Nasugbu and the newly-launched Nautilus at CaSoBe (Calatagan South Beach). These upscale properties inspire Fil-Ams and US citizens to invest in the Philippines and build their dream beach homes in the country’s seaside paradise.

 

These three Landco Pacific beachfront condominiums are proudly pursuing EDGE Certification of the International Finance Corporation, a member of The World Bank Group, targeting to meet the criteria of at least 20% savings on use of resources: water, energy, and embodied materials. These developments will be the first to feature the double-piped waterline system to use non-potable water for toilet flushing and irrigation. The construction will use multiple recycled metals and materials, and there will be Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations to reduce these properties’ carbon footprint.

 

The Spinnaker and Nautilus are situated in eco-friendly LandcoPacific BeachTowns: Club Laiya and CaSoBe, correspondingly. Thes Landco BeachTowns are Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)-registered for the properties’ sustainability program.  There are tree-lined walkways, pedestrian routes, bicycle lanes, a beach promenade. There’s also double-piped water management system. Environmental conservation efforts and livelihood projects for the local community are undertaken.

 

Property investors have the choice to build their dream beach homes that can double as a business that caters to the tourism market from a bed and breakfast, restaurants and cafes to water sports and beach lifestyle-related products and services.  

 

The BeachTowns also offers unique accommodations: the pod-like Cocoons in Club Laiya and CaSoBe, Crusoe Cabins in CaSoBe, the upcycled container vans with rustic façade and modern interiors, recognized as the first EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies)-certified resort in the country; and the Chairman’s Cabin, Cupola and Camperistialso in CaSoBe; and leisure and dining amenities:  Aquaria Water Park in CaSoBe, Laiya Beach Club at Club Laiya; and Captain Barbozza restaurant and bar in both properties, managed by Landco Lifestyle Ventures, the hospitality arm of Landco Pacific Corporation.

 

The Residences at Terrazas de Punta Fuego, a Winner in the recent PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards for Best Waterfront Condominium Development, and Highly Commended as the Best Lifestyle Condominium Development, marks a new era in upscale beachfront living. Set in the prestigious Punta Fuego community in the Philippines, the exclusive residential condominium represents the final opportunity to become part of an elite legacy.

 

Only two to three hours from Metro Manila, The Nautilus, The Spinnaker and The Residences at Terrazas de Punta Fuego are situated at the sprawling master-planned communities, and tourism destination. The developments feature a mix of residential and commercial lots, and tourist hubs. Each provides distinct experiences and opportunities that are part of one unified development of Landco Pacific Corporation.

 

The Nautilus

 

The new-launched 10-storey The Nautilus at CaSoBe draws its inspiration from the famous submarine Nautilus featured in Jules Verne's classic novel, Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. Commanding like a ship on the shore, the iconic structure of The Nautilus carves the beach skyline as a homage to the fictional Nautilus, captained by the enigmatic Captain Nemo, known for its advanced technology, mysterious allure, and exploration of the unknown depths of the ocean.

 

The Nautilus is master planned by an award-winning international team of designers and thought leaders of sustainable built environments of Pomeroy Studio in Singapore and its architecture is designed by  Visionarch, ranked 57th in the World Architecture 100 in 2024.

 

The Nautilus also features hotel amenities, rental income opportunities and access to the CaSoBe hospitality and leisure facilities.

 

The Residences at Terrazas de Punta Fuego

 

The Residences at Terrazas de Punta Fuego is poised as a pinnacle of luxury, offering exclusive one to three-bedroom apartments within its beachfront condominium, comprising three clusters. These residences boast low-density living, panoramic views of Nasugbu Bay, and a seamless blend of Spanish Mediterranean and Asian Tropical architecture.

 

Punta Fuego, developed by Landco Pacific Corp.and RoxacoLand Corp. in the 1990s, stands out among Nasugbu’sdevelopments for its prestigious marina, golf course, and distinguished community, commanding a fourfold price premium over adjacent areas.

 

Unit owners will enjoy the privileges of Club Association Membership, granting access to the exclusive amenities of Club Punta Fuego and the Landco Privilege Club Program. With the commitment to maintain its high environmental and community standards, The Residences represents not just a home but a legacy within an idyllic and exclusive seaside sanctuary.

The Spinnaker

 

The Spinnaker at Club Laiya, a Winner of The Best Condominium Architectural Design and Highly Commended as the Best Investment Condominium Development at the recent PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards, is an iconic beachfront condotel at Club Laiya.  It was acclaimed at the 2024 International Property Awards (IPA) as the Best Sustainable Residential Development (Five Stars) in the Philippines.

 

Poised as an iconic architectural landmark resembling its namesake headsail of a yacht, in full swing, the 22-storey The Spinnaker is a captivating medium-rise beachfront premium condominium, with terraced levels and luxurious cuts, features an exclusive 4th floor infinity pool, and positive Miami vibes.

 

The Spinnaker offers hotel-like amenities in its building: a well-designed lobby, commercial spaces for dining and leisure activities, drop-off area, common and podium parking, meeting rooms and storage rooms, gym and spa, 25-meter Infinity lap pool, kid's pool, lounge area, bar, kid's play zone, ballroom for social and corporate functions, a sky bar and helipad.

 

Residents and investors of the property have access to Club Laiya amenities and activities; benefits under the LandcoPrivilege Program and hassle-free investment under the optional lease-back program with certain conditions.

 

For more information about Landco Pacific Corporation’s upcoming US Roadshow, visit  https://www.landco.ph/ or FB page:  https://www.facebook.com/LandcoPacificCorporation.