Inspired by the ultra-luxury apartments around Hyde Park in London, The Albany rises in one of the most sought-after addresses in Metro Manila — Megaworld’s 34.5-hectare township known as McKinley West.
Located just beside Forbes Park and the Manila Polo Club, McKinley West has now been transformed into a vibrant township where residents can enjoy sophisticated city living, supplemented by a modern and vibrant business district.
One of the crowning developments in the township is The Albany, a residential condominium inspired by ultra-luxury apartments in London’s posh neighborhoods around Hyde Park. The low-density, low-rise, residential estate is comprised of two 12-story clusters — Yorkshire and Kingsley Towers. Each tower only has 64 spacious residential units ranging from two-bedroom (123 sq. m.) to four-bedroom suites (up to 349 sq. m.). Each unit comes with a private balcony to allow residents to soak in the view.
Van Derrick Panem, vice president for sales and marketing, Megaworld RFO Premier, describes the The Albany as a community for “people who live elegant and glamorous lifestyles, value exclusivity and privacy, and know what they want in life.”
“They basically know how to enjoy the best of what life has to offer them, in an address that serves as an oasis within Metro Manila’s busiest urban centers,” he adds.
Thoughtfully curated furnishings
Designed by UK-based architectural firm Broadway Malyan, The Albany prides itself of having all the components that befit the lifestyle of its discerning residents. All residential suites are furnished with furniture and accent pieces from prestigious global brands. This includes German power brands LEICHT for kitchen systems, as well as
Bosch and Gaggenau for kitchen and cooking tops. Toilet and bathroom fixtures, on the other hand, are built using nothing less than such high-end brands Duravit’s Philippe Starck Collection, Hansgrohe, Axor Starck and Grohe.
The Albany also features three-level penthouse suites that have a total of five toilet and bathrooms, including the master bedroom with its own bathtubs, powder room and walk-in closets. These also come with an expansive dining area with a 7.4-meter ceiling height and a roof terrace that features a private pool, relaxation deck and a grilling garden. Four of these spacious bedrooms can be found in the first two levels, as well as a maids’ room with its own toilet and bath. Each of the living rooms in the penthouse suites also features a skylight ceiling for natural lighting.
The two-bedroom and three-bedroom suites in the lower floors, on the other hand, have their private keycard-operated elevators that open directly to the resident’s foyer, spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets, and a master’s bedroom with a toilet and bath equipped with a personal bathtub.
As for the amenities, The Albany has a two-level amenity deck that features a wellness spa, sauna, fitness center, entertainment and game room, infinity pool with submerged lounge deck, kids’ play park, cabanas, function halls and complimentary Wi-Fi connectivity.
Both towers also have four levels of parking each, which are exclusive to residents.
Smart home systems
The Albany also integrates smart home technology into its very core. Each unit features a fully automated home system that can be activated via a smart home display panel at the entrance or even through a mobile app. With a touch of a button, residents of The Albany are able to turn lights on and off in various parts of their house remotely. The technology also allows residents to adjust the thermostat and control ventilation and air-conditioning systems, even before they arrive home.
Apart from making spaces a much more enjoyable place to live in, these automated accessories also contribute to improved energy efficiency and privacy.
On top of elevators that can only be accessed with their own private keycard and open directly at their private foyer, residents also get to use their own, built-in video intercom that connects to the lobby area whenever they are expecting guests.
The Albany’s brand of smart technology also allows other smart-ready appliances, such as television units, washing machine and refrigerator, among others, to function properly for residents’ added convenience. For the hands-free lighting system, each unit is installed with motion sensors, particularly at the foyer and toilet.
“The Albany was made in response to a growing demand for ultra-luxurious condominium living in the center of everything. It is Megaworld’s first ultra high-end residential project inside McKinley West. There are still plenty of available spaces to explore inside the township, as well as in other Megaworld townships, so, for sure, there will be a few more to come in the next few years,” Panem says.
The Albany is part of McKinley West’s “billionaires’ row” along the township’s Chateau Road. Its prime location makes this address all the more coveted, as it offers unparalleled accessibility. From here, or instance, residents can conveniently get to various parts of Metro Manila and north and southern Luzon, as McKinley West is connected to Lawton Avenue, McKinley Road, EDSA, BGC Access Road and NAIA Access Road.
For more information, visit the website www.megaworldcorp.com/residences/albany, email megaworldrfopremier.inquiry@gmail.com, or call +63 9178861742.
