Brutalist by Design: M Residences Katipunan's homes are stunningly versatile
Despite their seeming rigidity, these concepts are deceptively versatile. Each layout can be customised as the homeowner sees fit, giving them the agency to design a distinctly personal home. Clients can freely choose from these three home types with various configurations, then adjust room dimensions, fixtures and finishes that appeal to and resonate with them.
'The concrete materials offer an advantage in that they can be cast in any shape,' VCDC founder and CEO Victor Consunji explains. 'This makes it easier for a space to evolve over time in harmony with the changing needs and preferences of our M Residents.'
This philosophy extends throughout the entire development. The central lifestyle club ties together the swimming pool, basketball court, jogging trail and residents' lounge within one singular structure. The exposed structural forms and liberal pathways resemble the homes around it, making it a cohesive part of the community.
Form and function seamlessly intertwine at M Residences Katipunan. The thoughtful choice of Brutalism as its main medium offers its residents a modern style of living in the city. It is a symbol of strength and functionality that leaves plenty of room for adjustments to suit one's way of life.
Book a private tour at m-residences.com to see the possibilities of Brutalist architecture, right at home in M Residences Katipunan.
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