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Smart living in RLC Residences' standout property at the heart of Ortigas CBD

Published Dec 24, 2022 10:16 am

We’re down to the last month of 2022 and it’s during this time that a lot of us start designing the next steps for the coming year. Everyone’s eager to step into improved versions of themselves and plot the best life that’s well-deserved.

If you're wanting to make a bold move that gets you closer to that lifestyle, consider an investment in a smart home at The Sapphire Bloc. The units in its South Tower, located at the heart of the bustling Ortigas Central Business District, are equipped with Smart Home features that will help you live a more comfortable life.

This future-ready property by RLC Residences is recognized across prestigious award-giving bodies in the industry for many reasons:

Building facade of The Sapphire Bloc.

Exclusivity

Emphasizing safety among its homeowners, units at The Sapphire Bloc South Tower are equipped with Smart Lock. Through this, you can easily enter your home using a fingerprint, a numeric passcode, an encrypted physical keycard, and a special app. Having this means added security layer so you can feel secure whether you're inside or outside your condo.

There is also an Audio-Video Intercom that connects to the building's lobby and allows you to screen your visitors even before they go up to your unit.

Cost-saving and sustainable

Living at The Sapphire Bloc proves to be low-cost as well, thanks to the Smart Light that is installed in the units. Switches for the Smart Light can be reached from anywhere via an app so you won’t have to worry about whether or not you left the light on. Also, given that you can easily control your lights and create ambiance by changing the color and warmth of your home lighting, this translates to a reduction of energy use compared to the usual home lights available today.

The Sapphire Bloc's one-bedroom model unit.

Another smart and energy-efficient home feature of The Sapphire Bloc South Tower units is the smart power outlet. This specific technology allows you to easily operate a variety of smart appliances and devices by creating schedules to automatically turn them on and off. Easily accessible via mobile phone app, the smart power outlet enables you to live a more sustainable lifestyle and minimize the risk of power-related accidents.

Made for the “now normal”

The Sapphire Bloc South Tower is equipped with fiber-optic technology to provide fast and reliable connectivity, which is essential these days for residents who work at home. This specific feature makes it a smart choice to live in a home that allows you to stay connected with the important things in your life.

You’re sure to take charge of your future by investing in a prime location with award-winning deliverables at The Sapphire Bloc!

Get in touch with an RLC Residences Property Specialist today and find out how you can avail of up to 4.5% discount on focus units. You can learn more about this property by visiting their website at rlcresidences.com and social media pages on Facebook and Instagram to check out other outstanding developments in and out of the Metro.

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