For complete list of INQUIRER.net RSS Feed visit http://services.inquirer.net/rss/rss.php http://services.inquirer.net/rss/globalnation_propertyfocus.xml 2009-11-21T12:05:18+08:00 text/html http://globalnation.inquirer.net/propertyfocus/propertyfocus/view/20090414-199304/Greener-houses LAST March, there was an eco exhibit at the SMX Mall of Asia featuring alternative sources of energy. These were pretty much the things described in my previous article, which are definitely the better option to reviving a nuclear power plant. text/html http://globalnation.inquirer.net/news/breakingnews/view/20090410-198705/Building-green-cities-with-UK-experts Imagine a modern city where buildings are built without having to kill a single tree. Or where skyscrapers incorporate best environmental practice, help reduce costs, and improve working and living conditions. This vision is no longer a just dream with today's technologies, say building experts. text/html http://globalnation.inquirer.net/propertyfocus/propertyfocus/view/20090318-194843/Ways-to-make-developers-survive-crisis LAST WEEK, Inquirer property started a series that reported on Global Property Guide ringing the alarm bells that “Asia is no longer insulated” from the financial crisis originating from the West. text/html http://globalnation.inquirer.net/propertyfocus/propertyfocus/view/20090311-193555/The-best-of-both-worlds THE biggest setback to condo living is being surrounded by all that concrete. It was such a pleasure spending Sunday afternoon at Serendra and viewing the gardens that surround one of the most prestigious addresses in the country today. text/html http://globalnation.inquirer.net/propertyfocus/propertyfocus/view/20090311-193554/Old-World-charm-Filipino-artistry-mix WE VISITED a gentleman’s home in a small village in Makati. He welcomed us warmly and showed us around his home—a mix of Asian, Filipino, Muslim and western styles, all reflective of this gentleman’s cosmopolitan tastes and lifestyle. text/html http://globalnation.inquirer.net/propertyfocus/propertyfocus/view/20090310-193359/Helping-poor-families-own-homes THE COUNTRY’S property developers may be foreseeing tougher times ahead but this did not stop a group of investors to build condominiums targeted to homebuyers living near or below the poverty line. text/html http://globalnation.inquirer.net/propertyfocus/propertyfocus/view/20090224-190781/85-of-HLURB-metro-cases-involve-refund AN ESTIMATED 85 percent of cases being filed recently with the Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board legal office, including calls and walk-ins, involve refunds of installment payments. The refunds of installment payments include subdivision and condominium developments in Metro Manila. text/html http://globalnation.inquirer.net/propertyfocus/propertyfocus/view/20090223-190610/High-rise-condo-boasts-novel-concept THE TRION Towers is set to introduce an innovative design in high-rise residential development. text/html http://globalnation.inquirer.net/propertyfocus/propertyfocus/view/20090223-190607/The-formation-of-a-good-architect MANILA, Philippines—The UST College of Architecture is hosting a grand alumni homecoming on Feb. 21. text/html http://globalnation.inquirer.net/propertyfocus/propertyfocus/view/20090217-189707/Feng-shui-used-in-90-of-RP-businesses MANILA, Philippines -- Up to 90 percent of real estate industry players and Filipino property buyers consult the ancient energy-channeling practice of feng shui. text/html http://globalnation.inquirer.net/propertyfocus/propertyfocus/view/20090217-189706/Thermal-comfort MANILA, Philippines -- We are constantly evaluating our surroundings and finding ways to achieve thermal comfort. text/html http://globalnation.inquirer.net/propertyfocus/propertyfocus/view/20090210-188450/Manufactured-homes MANILA, Philippines -- In property development lingo, we encounter words such as “affordable homes,” “low-cost projects,” and “mass housing.” By their names we create a general idea of what they claim to provide. But do we really?