A Reflection of French Architecture with Saint Honore

Interior design of the Nave of Chartres Cathedral, Chartres, France 12th-13th centuries

A passionate look on French architecture and structures created in the area of Europe that is now France has left remarkable legacy from the past. French architecture has been shaped and influenced by various era of art and culture. It defined one of the most enduring designs in history brought into our modern world. Here's the first part of our series of feature on French architecture that continues to remain in the creative essence of artists and architects of our modern world.

Maison Carree, Nimes, France 1st century BC finest surviving example of a roman temple, the blending of etruscan and Greek elements

Early French Architecture

The earliest surviving architecture in France dates to the Stone Age, as a number of prehistoric sites in Brittany attest. Classical architecture was introduced into the south of France during the Roman conquest in the 1st century A.D. Well-preserved examples of Roman architecture include the Maison Carrée and the Pont du Gard near Nîmes. Scant traces remain of the early development of Gallic architecture, including Early Christian, Merovingian, and Carolingian buildings. The Roman basilica form predominated and, during the Carolingian period, was greatly enriched by design innovations.

Paris Winter White Windows Lace Balconies - Paris Window Balcony Architecture Art Nouveau

The Flowering of French Architecture

Innovations manifested in Carolingian buildings gave rise to the architecture of the Romanesque period, when many fine works were executed in France, and to the great cathedrals of the Gothic style, of which France was the principal center - Romanesque architecture and art, Gothic architecture and art. Many superb medieval monuments are still extant, including St. Sernin, Toulouse (1080–1120) and Chartres Cathedral (begun 1194).

Typical apartment design in Paris

The Renaissance

The revival of classical art and architecture during the Renaissance spread from Italy to France in the 15th and 16th century, giving rise to the majority of the famous French châteaux, primarily in the Loire valley. During the first half of the 16th century, Francis I established his court at Fontainebleau outside Paris, where he employed numerous Italian architects and artists, including Sebastiano Serlio, Il Rosso, and Francesco Primaticcio. At the same time native architects came into favor; they included Pierre Lescot, who built parts of the Louvre (begun 1546), and Philibert Delorme, who designed the Château of Anet (1547–55).

Classy night facade, Saint Honore relives French architectural design

A Reflection of French Architectural Vision 

In Iloilo City, a piece of French architectural design will be beautifully replicated through the rise of Saint Honore, the newest residential tower offered by Iloilo Business Park for future residents of the township. Collecting inspirations from French architecture, Megaworld, the country's real estate giant is envisioning to bring a piece of Paris to the 'city of love' with this project.

Saint Honore honors the art of French artistry with its gorgeous facade and vibrant colors. The 10-storey condominium tower offers seamless comfort and luxury with a total of 168 units ranging from executive studio, one bedroom to two bedroom units. Taking your leisure fantasy to life, the tower has its own third level amenity deck where a gorgeous swimming pool, pool lounge, jacuzzi, fitness center and function hall defines true relaxation and pleasure. The inspiring attempt of Megaworld to capture the beauty of Paris' very own public garden, the Jardin de Tuilleries, pave way for the rise of the tower's Atrium, a replete landscaped garden complete with seating trellis, recreational areas and accented by artworks and sculptures.

Saint Honore is a short distance from other notable attractions in Iloilo Business Park including the Festive Walk Parade where is a part of the 1.1 kilometer shop-and-dine strip, Festive Walk Mall, Iloilo Convention Center, BPO buildings, Richmonde Hotel Iloilo, Marriot Courtyard Hotel and the township's Commercial District.

If French architectural design is legendary and iconic, Saint Honore embraces the impressive essence of Paris lifestyle, showcasing the beauty of the past and bringing a piece of it to Iloilo City.

We'll be discussing more on French architectural designs in the coming articles and we will keep up inspired why Saint Honore is definitely Iloilo Business Park's most gorgeous and highly-recommended lifestyle tower that can fulfill your dreams.

Do you have more inquiries about the project? Call us at (033) 330-3464 or visit IBP Sales and Information Center open seven days a week.

A Lifestyle of Prestige and Passion at The Palladium

Artist’s perspective: Infinity Pool

Live your passion, turn your dream into a reality and embrace the prestigious lifestyle that you've always been waiting for to experience when you choose to own a home, your personal abode of luxury at The Palladium. 

In 2015, Megaworld launched The Palladium in Iloilo Business Park as the tallest among other upcoming residential towers and edifices in Western Visayas with 22 floors. The Palladium, inspired by the rarest element of the Earth is a combination of luxury, lifestyle elegance and prestige. It embodies the kind of lifestyle future residents of Iloilo Business Park in Mandurriao District will experience by living in this upscale condominium tower.

Artist’s perspective: The Palladium facade

Artist’s perspective: Playground

Known for its four multi-level sky gardens that showcases similarity to a real rain forest, these little pocket of haven complete with green garden and calm ambiance will provide a tranquil escapade from the hectic city-life. The Palladium’s other classy amenities include the biggest infinity pool in Iloilo City that overlooks the cityscape and surrounded by pool lounge, seats and open-air spa. There’s also a state-of-the-art fitness gym where homeowners can experience wellness and physical activities to keep them fit. The tower has its own function room for different events and celebrations. The main lobby is visually appealing for guests and visitors. For parents who are busy working by day, they can leave their children at the Daycare and Playground.

Typical Executive Studio Unit design offered at The Palladium

Each condominium unit at The Palladium is a combination of modern contemporary feel, a spacious abode with classy interior design and creates a sense of lifestyle elevation that connects to the dynamic life in the township. The Palladium is the first residential tower to offer the highly-luxurious Loft-type units in the Penthouse Level (22nd floor), a much bigger and spacious luxury condo units.

Artist’s perspective: Sky Garden

The Palladium is gorgeously linked to the vibrant lifestyle in the township where residents can enjoy a healthy morning walk in the bike lanes, experience exciting dining and shopping in the nearby Festive Walk Parade and Mall, a stone’s throw away to luxury hotels like Richmonde Hotel Iloilo and Marriot Courtyard Hotel, captivating destinations like Iloilo Convention Center, and business-oriented atmosphere offered by BPO office towers and future commercial district.

The Palladium is the highest epitome of upscale lifestyle that you can own when you choose to live in Iloilo Business Park. It is the fulfillment of your dreams and ambition, giving you unique lifestyle amenities and synergy to a whole new level.

Invest for the great lifestyle in Iloilo Business Park and be a part of the prestige that swiftly shapes the future of Iloilo City as the next biggest metropolis in the country. For details, call (033) 330-3464, visit IBP Sales and Information Center or see us online at http://www.iloilobusinesspark.ph.

Visualize Saint Honore's Paris Lifestyle in 3D Light Show at IBP on Oct. 22

The Eiffel Tower embracing the majestic horizon in Paris

There’s something blissful and mesmerizing about the City of Paris in France known as the blissful ‘city of love.’ In this realm, the classic beauty of the old-world and legacy of modern civilization, arts and literature are forever merging, embracing and converging into one cohesive dream life. It is a statuesque city in the world where hearts find their solace, a home for wonderful desires and inspiring reveries. They say when you fall in love in Paris, forever takes shape for you and your loved one’s destiny. The city streets speaks of a grandiose past and wisdom. Here, time, culture and history are frozen into one masterpiece painting of life and lifestyle.

Classic architectural design speaks of Paris blissful passion

Everybody in the world wants a piece of forever in Paris. They are longing to visit and traverse its long and winding city streets of ardour, the city lights that speak of romantic stories and the Eiffel tower that bear witness to the magic spell of love and romance igniting in this beautiful city of hearts.

Iloilo Business Park, a foretaste of passion for the 'city of love'

On the other side of the world, another city with elevating bright lights is swiftly rising up. In its rise, a long history of passion rest in the hearts of its people. A city of cultural treasures and inspiring legacy shinning once again in the center of a nation touted as the ‘Pearl of the Orient Seas.’ In its glorious rise to economic prominence, a replication of the same age-old passion will soon be experienced. Like a foretaste of grandeur and magnificence, Iloilo, the city equally known as Asia’s ‘city of love’ will soon embrace that same passionate lifestyle, the same hues of vibrancy, and beautiful reveries, magnifying the vision of blissful forever in Paris.

Let Iloilo Business Park teases you with such beautiful reveries this 2016. The biggest 3D Mapping Light Show in Iloilo City will take place in the heart of Iloilo Business Park on October 22. Ilonggos and visitors can watch the spectacle at the front area of Richmonde Hotel Iloilo while the visual presentations will be projected at Two Global Center building. The show officially starts at 8PM, and is expected to gather thousands spectators who will be taking part of this unforgettable event.

Experience the official grand launch of Saint Honore, the most vibrant residential tower of Iloilo Business Park that offers high-end amenities inspired by French architectural design and influenced by Paris lifestyle. This 10-storey condo tower is visually charming and gorgeous for its unique replication of Paris most famous old retail street called Rue San Honore. The tower’s Third Level Amenity Deck is a little haven of pleasure where a swimming pool, pool lounge, Jacuzzi, Fitness Center and Function Hall defines the exciting lifestyle. On the ground level, the tower’s gorgeous Atrium replicates the Tuilleries Garden, Paris’ famous public garden. Saint Honore, a majestic residential tower set to feature 168 condominium units was conceptualized to rise near the 1.1-kilometer Festive Walk Parade shop-and-dine strip, and it’s just a few steps away from other prominent destinations in the township. Saint Honore is about falling in love to a grandiose lifestyle, a vision that comes to life right in the heart of Iloilo Business Park.

Own your free vacation when you buy a condo unit at Saint Honore on October 22. For buyers who will reserve for a Studio Unit, they will have a free 3 days and 2 nights stay at Richmonde Hotel Iloilo with free breakfast and afternoon tea. If you reserve for One Bedroom Unit, you’re instantly entitled for a 3 days and 2 nights stay at Marriot Manila Hotel with free breakfast and access to the Executive Lounge. Your Macau dream vacation is possible if you reserve or buy a Two Bedroom Unit which will entitle you for 3 days and 2 nights stay at the classy Parisian Macao.

Bring your friends and family for a unique spectacle of colors and lifestyle. See tomorrow for the most exciting event at Iloilo Business Park this year!

For lifestyle queries and investment vision, call us at (033) 330-3464 or visit IBP Sales and Information Center. Check us online at www.facebook.com/IBPofficial and www.iloilobusinesspark.ph.

IBP lights up the skies of the 'City of Love' on Oct. 21

Light Show - “A kaleidoscopic display of colored lights, slides, and film loops”

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The skies of Iloilo City will never be the same again as Iloilo Business Park unveils its most spectacular event of the year on the evening of October 21 with a radiant 3D Light Show. It’s the biggest and most colourful celebration you will ever witness in Western Visayas’ grandest business and lifestyle township in Mandurriao District, moving up to a higher ground as a premier investment destination. Developed and envisioned by real estate giant, Megaworld Corporation created its biggest township outside of Luzon with “live-work-play” concept that has gone a long way in terms of success and prominence. For the past 3 years, it placed Iloilo City in the map of business, opportunities and upscale township perspective.

This year, Iloilo Business Park unveiled their strong passion to elevate the lifestyle of Ilonggos by introducing its latest residential tower – Saint Honore. Inspired by the old downtown street in Paris, France called Rue Saint Honore, this 10-storey upscale residential tower offers 168 condominium units and French concept amenities and architectural design. The tower is a beautiful replication of Parisian lifestyle, offering only great luxury that gets closer to your dreams. It is the first condominium tower that showcases an Atrium, a ground level landscaped garden with trellised seating area, tranquil ambiance and inspired by the Tuilleries Garden, the world-famous public plaza in Paris. On the third level amenity deck of Saint Honore, there’s a grandiose vision of pleasure that awaits you, a lifestyle oasis composed of swimming pool, pool lounge, Jacuzzi, fitness gym and function hall. The main lobby of the tower took inspiration from Louvre Museum, a famous Paris modern museum of arts and culture. Saint Honore is a part of the Festive Walk Parade, the community’s 1.1-kilometer retail strip composed of classy restaurants and retail shops.

Watch Saint Honore transforms from dreams to visual 3D presentation, the biggest and grandest visual spectacle in the region to become a lifestyle inspiration on October 21. Iloilo Business Park will also uncover its complete and exciting future perspective, boosting visions and aspirations for Iloilo City as the center of developments, progress and captivating lifestyle. Everything from fantasy to imagination comes alive at Iloilo Business Park in this one-of-a-kind presentation. Come, join us and never miss this event because it is meant to change the skies of Iloilo City forever.

Inspired by our lifestyle vision? Call us for details at (033) 330-3464 or drop by for a pleasurable visit at IBP Sales and Information Center showroom any day of the week.    

Saint Honore Immortalizes Great French Artists

There was a time when the artists and painters were not appreciated for their work. But nowadays, these personalities are highly appreciated, no matter they belong to historical times or are alive. The French artists are especially admired for their amazing and adorable works done in the history. Here are 5 of the most famous and greatest French artists and painters.

Paul Cezanne (1839-1906)

Paul Cezanne was born in 18^th century. He is a painter and amazing artist of post impressionist era. He started his career in the impressionist moulds but developed himself as an innovative artist by giving best of artworks during 19^th century.

Famous Artwork: Judgement of Paris, 1862-1864

Paul Gauguin (1848-1903)

Paul Gauguin is another French artist and painter of post impressionist times. He contributed a lot in the growth of avant-garde paintings. Gauguin was in a close relationship with Van Gogh.

Famous Artwork: Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where Are We Going?, 1897

Camille Pissarro (1830–1903)

Camille Pissarro belongs to the eras of Impressionist and post-impressionist. He is one of the highly influencing and best painters of all the time. He used to work on new and unique styles in his paintings, that could give an edge to his career.

Famous Artwork: Two Women Chatting by the Sea ,St. Thomas, (1856)

Édouard Manet (1832–1883)

Édouard Manet is known for his contribution to the schools of ‘Realism’ and ‘Impressionism’. He was a great and innovative painter. He has transformed his works to impressionism in a way to give them a modern look.

Famous Artwork: Music in the Tuileries, 1862

Vincent Van Gogh (1853–1890)

Vincent Van Gogh belongs to post impressionist times. He is one of the most notable painters and artists in the world. Vincent is best known for his boldness and vivid paintings, and was born in Netherlands.

Famous Artwork: The Starry Night, June 1889. Museum of Modern Art, New York

Saint Honore: French Art Immortalized

Imagine the artworks of these famous French artists hanged on the wall of your condominium and looking outside your window is a lifestyle that replicates the lain-back and classy vision of Parisian living perspective. Saint Honere, Iloilo Business Park's newest residential tower with 10 floors and captivating amenities relives the grandiosity of French culture. It is inspired by Rue Saint Honore, a famous Paris old street where iconic  shophouses and retail rows are located, now brought a piece of it to Iloilo City, the Philippines' 'city of love.'

The tower has its own swimming pool, Jacuzzi, pool lounge, fitness gym and function hall at the third floor where passion for pleasure comes alive. The Atrium is an attractive landscaped garden that showcases trellised seating area and artistic sculptures to provide you a perfect relaxation space. The Main Lobby of the tower is a small museum where French artworks, decors, chandelier, flooring and sculptures come together in beautiful artistic unison. It is part of the Festive Walk Parade, the township's long-stretching shop-and-dine strip. In fact, it is just a few steps away from other prominent destinations inside the township including a convention center, shopping mall, international hotels, BPO buildings and commercial district.

Imagine yourself looking at these fascinating artworks of great French artists immortalized in your wall and immersed yourself in the charming life of Saint Honore. Isn't it passionate? Look back, embrace the artistic legacies of these famous French artists while living in the region's most gorgeous and artistically-envisioned residential tower. Saint Honore is more than just your home, it is your museum of passion and art inspired by French culture. 

Invest for a charming lifestyle by calling (033) 330-3464 or visit IBP Sales and Information Center any day of the week. 

Captivating Reasons to Live at Saint Honore

Beautiful, captivating and charming is what Saint Honore is all about. It is the most stylish residential tower to rise in Iloilo Business Park. This 10-storey condominium tower turn beautiful dreams into reality by showcasing the lifestyle of Paris, bringing a piece of its grandeur to Iloilo City. The French-inspired architectural design creates a sense of high-end feel, the classiness and the luxury of astonishing European living perspective that can be experienced through this gorgeous tower. Since it is Megaworld's 4th residential tower in Iloilo Business Park, lifestyle lovers and condo buyers will surely love the serene ambiance and the unique amenities that creates a pleasing impression in the township. It is the centerpiece of luxury and lifestyle in Iloilo Business Park.

To keep you inspired and passionate with this gorgeous residential tower, we share with you the best reasons to live and invest for a lifestyle in Saint Honore: 

1. Saint Honore is a reflection and modern vision of Rue Saint-Honore, one of Paris' most important and culturally-significant old streets. Here, the rustic museums, shophouses, bistros, specialty shops, landmarks and other important tourism spots harmoniously define the grandiose lifestyle in Paris.

2. Saint Honore's amenities are astonishing and pleasurable as part of its great lifestyle experience. It showcases laid-back ambiance similar to Paris. Its lifestyle amenity deck on the third floor is composed of a swimming pool, a pool lounge, a kiddie pool and a Jacuzzi.

3. Saint Honore offers the pleasure of staying fit and healthy by having its own modern yet French-inspired Fitness Center.

4. Saint Honore will make every life celebration and event memorable by showcasing its own Function Room. The French design of the function room creates a sense of classiness and luxury.

5. Saint Honore's Main Lobby is true to its French architectural influence and Parisian lifestyle through its wall decors, pieces of furniture, artwork, chandelier and flooring.

6. Saint Honore will highlight the atrium, at the ground level, which will serve as the centerpiece of the development, replete with garden landscape with trellised seating, inspired by Tuilleries Garden, Paris' most famous public garden.

7. Saint Honore will be a short walk distance to and from Richmonde Hotel, Marriott Courtyard Hotel, the Iloilo Convention Center and the Festive Walk Mall. Walkability around the township is a key selling point of this development.

8. Saint Honore will also have a retail component through a strip of boutiques and retail shops that will border the ground floor area of the property.

Experience Paris in Iloilo City. Enjoy the bliss of living in a sensational and impressive upscale residential tower that epitomizes lifestyle excellence of "live-work-play" concept by real estate giant, Megaworld Corporation right in the center of Iloilo Business Park through Saint Honore. For lifestyle inquiries, call us at (033) 330-3464, visit IBP Sales and Information Center to see our stunning condo model units. For online, check out updates at www.facebook.com/IBPofficial or www.iloilobusinesspark.ph.

Reflecting Iloilo's Grandeur Past with a Vibrant Business Township

Nothing compares to the grandiose lifestyle that Iloilo Business Park will offer for the elevation of Ilonggos’ vision of living perspective. The township is a master-planned community of the highest standard of developments, amenities and concept that gorgeously creates an impact in the economic stature of Iloilo City, provide better opportunities and lift up the tourism industry of the region’s fast-rising original “Queen City of the South.”

If we take a closer look, Iloilo Business Park is the newfound economic glory of Iloilo City in this present time. It is a 72-hectare business township in Mandurriao District where prestigious edifices, destinations and financial center point provides a spark for the city’s developments, attract investors, and will soon provide jobs to local professionals and workforce. If we embrace the past and the legacy of Iloilo City’s history as an old economic epicenter, and connect it with Iloilo Business Park’s present rise, we can conclude that indeed, this city is destined for greatness and progress. So, here’s a passionate look on the township as we linked it to the past glories of the city...

Iloilo City’s Calle Real, one of the oldest business districts in the country will be soon be the new reflection of the 1.1 kilometer shop-and-dine strip Festive Walk Promenade and the classiest shopping center - Festive Walk Mall. Iloilo Business Park’s 9.2 hectare Boutique Hotel and Commercial District is considered as the biggest future Central Business District (CBD) in the region.

Top to bottom photos: A look at the old Calle Real in the early 1900, the future perspective of Festive Walk Mall and Festive Walk Promenade in Iloilo Business Park.

Iloilo City’s old churches and heritage mansions as the symbol of a glorious past will soon be replicated by the 3,700-seater Iloilo Convention Center, today’s cultural emblem of Iloilo’s rich culture. Iloilo Convention Center's exterior architectural design is inspired by the Paraw Regatta and Dinagyang Festival.

Top to bottom photos: The Jaro Cathedral and Belfry pictured in early 1900 and the present look of the Iloilo Convention Center, both symbols of Iloilo City's past and future cultural legacy. 

If Iloilo City used to have an International Hotel in the heart of Calle Real, showcasing the city as a metropolitan center in the past, Iloilo Business Park takes pride of its own high-end hotels, the 12-storey Richmonde Hotel Iloilo and the soon-to-open Courtyard Marriot Hotel, both awarded by the Philippine Property Awards for their interior designs.

Top to bottom photos: An old picture of the Iloilo International Hotel, the present images of Richmonde Hotel Iloilo and Courtyard Marriot Hotel in Iloilo Business Park

Iloilo City used to be the textile capital of the country and trade center among international investors in the past, as seen in the glorious days of Muelle Loney. Iloilo Business Park will have the largest BPO hub and IT park in the region where multinational BPO companies hire local professionals and workforce. In the next 10 years, expect to see a total of 10 BPO office buildings and create more than 30,000 jobs locally. BPO is envisioned as the future source of economic income and employment opportunities for Ilonggos.

Top to bottom photos: Muelle Loney used to be the source of work opportunities in Iloilo City in the olden days since it is the center of international trade. BPO buildings One Techno Place and Two Global Center are two of the 10 BPO office buildings that will rise in Iloilo Business Park in the next 10 years to provide jobs for Ilonggos. 

If Iloilo City’s royal stature is confirmed by the classy lifestyle and historic mansions in the past, it’s newest business township, Iloilo Business Park will pave way for the rise of its three world-class residential towers namely One Madison Place, Lafayette Park Square and The Palladium. This year, Megaworld launches SAINT HONORE, the 10-storey condominium will be an exclusive residential community inspired by the classic architectural designs of the shophouses, boutiques, museums and retail rows of the Rue Saint-Honore, a historical street in downtown Paris. With a striking and elegant façade, the new residential tower will emanate timeless luxury in the City of Love, comprising only of 168 units ranging from studio to executive 2-bedrooms. Select units will have its own lanai or balcony with a magnificent view of the township or Iloilo skyline.Capturing the laid-back, laissez-faire way of the Parisian life, Saint Honore will have its own lifestyle amenity deck on the third floor composed of a swimming pool, a pool lounge, a kiddie pool, a Jacuzzi, function halls, and a fitness center. These condominium towers offers unique themes of lifestyles and will reflect high-end living, proving that Iloilo is still the center of affluent lifestyle.

Top to bottom photos: The Lizares Mansion used to be one of Iloilo's symbol of affluent lifestyle is now preserved inside Angelicum School. The three high-end residential condo towers of Iloilo Business Park that showcases the most classy lifestyle in the region. This 2016, Megaworld launches Saint Honore, a Paris-inspired lifestyle tower showcasing the grandeur of French architectural design. 

A royal city and metropolitan center of the past, Iloilo is now ready to recapture its grandeur as the one and only “Queen City of the South” through the rise of Iloilo Business Park, the largest and prestigious commercial complex in the Southern Philippines developed by real estate giant, Megaworld Corporation.

For queries and details on how to start a brand new lifestyle at Iloilo Business Park, just dial (033) 330-3464, visit our IBP Sales and Information Center showroom or checked us online athttp://www.iloilobusinesspark.ph or http://www.facebook.com/IBPofficial.