SMDC Sands Residences: Experience Manila Bay’s iconic sunsets from your luxurious bayfront home

BY Manila Bulletin

5 min. read

Manila Bay's breathtaking sunset is famed worldwide, captivating the hearts of tourists and locals alike. Imagine ending each day witnessing the magnificence of the soft mandarin-orange glow of the sun that sets on the horizon, right from the comfort of your own luxurious home.

Sands Residences by SM Development Corporation (SMDC), located directly along Roxas Boulevard, offers the perfect opportunity for your entire family to immerse in the beauty of the Manila Bay sunset. The development stands as a 51-story master-planned community that combines the allure of the sea and the vibrant energy of the sun.

Sought-after address

Aside from the panoramic view of Manila Bay, this prime location provides residents with a view of the coconut tree-lined promenade. As a showcase of Philippine tourism, this popular roadway is home to yacht clubs, hotels, restaurants, commercial buildings, and parks.

With Sands Residences’ location, it has easy access to major thoroughfares such as Taft Avenue, EDSA, Quirino Avenue, the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX), and the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX).

Crafted by world-class designers

To bring the vision of Sands Residences to life, SMDC collaborated with world-class designers who have carefully crafted every aspect of the development to ensure that it will deliver its promise of an elevated living experience.

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ASYA Design Partners, the architectural designer, aimed to create a distinctive residential building that seamlessly blends contemporary and historic elements, in line with the city’s aspirations for the future. By strategically designing the building from the inside out, ASYA Design ensured that every unit showcases Manila Bay’s breathtaking views.

On the other hand, China-based conceptual interior and landscape designer X.SPACE Design captured the essence of witnessing Manila Bay’s stunning sunset, and translating the vibrant colors of the sunset into a design that evokes the same sense of wonder and awe. 

Drawing from its expertise, Sands Residences‘ shared spaces, grand lobby, amenity areas, and sunset lounge are adorned in immaculate white and shimmering gold. Shapes, textures, and art installations also enhance the ambiance, creating an atmosphere that mirrors the beauty of Manila Bay.

Beach-inspired living

Stepping inside Sands Residences, you’ll be greeted by a beach-inspired lobby lounge that exudes grandeur. Iconic art installations stand amidst green walls, while the floor replicates the textures of seashells and sand, immersing you in the leisurely beach theme.

The amenity deck is thoughtfully divided into different zones to cater to various needs. Whether you’re seeking an active lifestyle or a laidback retreat, Sands Residences has you covered.

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For those seeking relaxation or a place to network, the Grand Sunset Lounge awaits with its sophisticated and hotel-like interiors. Whether you prefer a relaxed ambiance or a more formal setting for business engagements, Sands Residences‘ exclusive club, The Bar, provides the perfect space to entertain guests, meet colleagues, or simply unwind while sipping a refreshing cocktail, all against the backdrop of the stunning Manila Bay views.

Sands Residences offers more than just luxurious living; it provides an extraordinary experience. The development invites you to discover luxurious living by the bay, where each day concludes with the mesmerizing hues of Manila Bay’s sunset, the alluring sound of the waves, and the comforting sight of the sands.