It is the thrill of the search that unites the extraordinary team of designers and artisans behind Aurelia Residences. Elegance is a mood, an attitude, a way of life. And while the idea of elegance – and elegant living – is universal, like art itself it is both ephemeral and timeless. With regard to elegance, however, one thing is certain – just like a work of art: you will know it when you see it.
The name Aurelia evokes a place of beauty, desirability, and classic Italian elegance. At its heart, the name draws inspiration from “Aureus”, the beautiful Latin root word for gold; and “Aura” – a distinctive atmosphere or quality that surrounds a person, thing, or place. Aurelia suggests something that is intrinsically beautiful – a mood, an atmosphere, an aura, if you will, of elegance.
Symmetry and lightness. The Aurelia Symbol inspires a sense of ease and balance. Architecturally-speaking, the three-petal form brings in natural light and flowing ventilation, which in turn maximizes and widens viewing angles, providing each exclusive residence with unique and stunning panoramic views of both the cityscape and the surrounding greenery.
The name Aurelia evokes a place of beauty, desirability, and classic Italian elegance. At its heart, the name draws inspiration from “Aureus”, the beautiful Latin root word for gold; and “Aura” – a distinctive atmosphere or quality that surrounds a person, thing, or place. Aurelia suggests something that is intrinsically beautiful – a mood, an atmosphere, an aura, if you will, of elegance.
Symmetry and lightness. The Aurelia Symbol inspires a sense of ease and balance. Architecturally-speaking, the three-petal form brings in natural light and flowing ventilation, which in turn maximizes and widens viewing angles, providing each exclusive residence with unique and stunning panoramic views of both the cityscape and the surrounding greenery.
Quotes from Architect Brian Lee, Design Partner, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill
“Elegance is memorable and makes you think. It has underlying clarity and functionality. It has physical presence with graceful proportions and scale, notable materiality, thoughtful detail, and considers color and light. It has integrity of conception and resolution.”
– Brian Lee
“Aurelia is designed to feel like a sophisticated collection of elegant homes. We all want a secure and comforting sense of privacy, but also want those features and characteristics that create a friendly and trusted sense of community. This project should feel uniquely Filipino in look, experience, and spirit.”
“We create environments that recognize their context and place and try to imagine how people use spaces and adapt it to make it their own. Good design is innovative, bold as well as simple, and thoughtful and well-crafted to the smallest detail.”
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With Architect Brian Lee
Design Partner, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill
Quotes from Architect Brian Lee, Design Partner, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill
“Elegance is memorable and makes you think. It has underlying clarity and functionality. It has physical presence with graceful proportions and scale, notable materiality, thoughtful detail, and considers color and light. It has integrity of conception and resolution.”
– Brian Lee
“Aurelia is designed to feel like a sophisticated collection of elegant homes. We all want a secure and comforting sense of privacy, but also want those features and characteristics that create a friendly and trusted sense of community. This project should feel uniquely Filipino in look, experience, and spirit.”
“We create environments that recognize their context and place and try to imagine how people use spaces and adapt it to make it their own. Good design is innovative, bold as well as simple, and thoughtful and well-crafted to the smallest detail.”
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With Architect Brian Lee
Design Partner, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill
With Designer Francesca Muzio
Founder and CEO, FM Architettura D’Interni
Quotes from Francesca Muzio, Founder and CEO, FM Architettura D’Interni
“Behind the sense of elegance there is always a deep thought, a code transposed into a person or ambient moment.
‘’Through that authenticity’’ is the ultimate symbol of effortless elegance and personal style.”
– Francesca Muzio
“As an Italian designer with a studio based in a region of Italy filled with traditional craftsmen, we have always been strong proponents of the use of artisan techniques and materials in any style of design. With Aurelia Residences, we propose a new standard of Luxury:
a vision that is as much about experience as it is about materiality and design: of Italian sensibilities infused with the amazing heritage of the Philippines.”
To feel a sense of “meraviglia” – a feeling of wonder and amazement – on entering their homes. As for the grand lobby space – we fell in love with the movement of the Filipino Terno and custom-designed a stunning chandelier inspired by this traditional garment, reconstructing the beautiful effect of the twisted fabric.
MORE DETAILS VIEW VIDEOQuotes from Francesca Muzio, Founder and CEO, FM Architettura D’Interni
“Behind the sense of elegance there is always a deep thought, a code transposed into a person or ambient moment.
‘’Through that authenticity’’ is the ultimate symbol of effortless elegance and personal style.”
– Francesca Muzio
“As an Italian designer with a studio based in a region of Italy filled with traditional craftsmen, we have always been strong proponents of the use of artisan techniques and materials in any style of design. With Aurelia Residences, we propose a new standard of Luxury:
a vision that is as much about experience as it is about materiality and design: of Italian sensibilities infused with the amazing heritage of the Philippines.”
To feel a sense of “meraviglia” – a feeling of wonder and amazement – on entering their homes. As for the grand lobby space – we fell in love with the movement of the Filipino Terno and custom-designed a stunning chandelier inspired by this traditional garment, reconstructing the beautiful effect of the twisted fabric.
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With Designer Francesca Muzio
Founder and CEO, FM Architettura D’Interni
CONCEPTUAL ARCHITECT
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM) is one of the largest and most influential architecture, interior design engineering and urban planning firms in the world. Founded in 1936, SOM has completed more than 10,000 projects in over 50 countries. Renowned for iconic buildings and commitment to design excellence, innovation, and sustainability
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CONCEPTUAL INTERIOR DESIGNER
FM Architettura d’Interni was created in 2009 by Francesca Muzio and Maria Silvia Orlandini knowing they could offer something unique to the world of luxury interiors. Led by their passion and backgrounds in architecture, design, philosophy, art-history, marketing, FM became known for their holistic and thoughtful approach defined by their honed listening skills and deep sense of understanding a client’s desires and luxury lifestyle.
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CONCEPTUAL LANDSCAPE DESIGNER
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FACADE ENGINEERING
CONCEPTUAL LIGHTING DESIGNER
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One of the key architectural challenges was to maximize the viewing angles throughout the tower, across all floors and in all orientations. The signature Aurelia three-petal form provides an elegant architectural solution to this challenge by opening up the façade to dramatic views in all directions.
To the north, stunning views of the Manila Golf Club, Forbes PArk and the Makati skyline with Manila Bay on the horizon. To the South-East, the serene view of Laguna Bay in the distance.
One of the key architectural challenges was to maximize the viewing angles throughout the tower, across all floors and in all orientations. The signature Aurelia three-petal form provides an elegant architectural solution to this challenge by opening up the façade to dramatic views in all directions.
To the north, stunning views of the Manila Golf Club, Forbes PArk and the Makati skyline with Manila Bay on the horizon. To the South-East, the serene view of Laguna Bay in the distance.
