The chill vibe of Baguio City had always been a welcome respite from the heat and hustle of urban living in the lowlands. With the rise of Bern by Brittany Corporation, Villar Group’s luxury leisure and residential arm, that coveted Baguio feels will soon become an everyday reality in luxurious mountain living.

As Brittany’s inaugural development in Baguio, the four-tower Bern follows the footprint of the highly successful Crosswinds Tagaytay development, which draws inspiration from Swiss living and features beautiful themed neighborhoods nestled among towering pine trees.

Rising from Outlook Drive, Bern’s first tower, the eight-story Eiger, offers an unobstructed scenic view of the mountain range, rolling clouds, and endless skyline, coupled with amenities for mobility and wellbeing, and the relaxing ambience of a vacation home.

Bern will ultimately comprise four towers and a future luxury hotel component, forming a distinctive residential and leisure destination in the Philippines’ famed Summer Capital.

“Bern is a true standout in our portfolio. With its strategic location, elegant design, and curated leisure spaces, Bern captures the essence of refined living. It is more than just a residential address; it is a destination where exclusivity, comfort, and lifestyle come together,” said Eda Tambologan, Brittany group head.

With Singapore-based Wow Architects onboard, the mid-rise condo development will distinctly carry a Swiss mountain lifestyle and architectural features showcasing Baguio’s landscape through organic, pine-cone-inspired forms, flowing curves, and cantilevered balconies that maximize views, light, and mountain air.

“Eiger is inspired by an organic pinecone form to create unparalleled interaction with Baguio’s nature,” explained Architect Gether Angelo Quintos, Brittany planning head. “Residents will experience the cool breeze and scenic views from cantilevered balconies while surrounded by the scent of pine trees. The development maximizes mountain vistas, including views toward Mines View Park, while integrating sustainable features such as natural ventilation, rainwater harvesting, and the retention of existing pine trees.”

The Eiger tower will house four to eight rooms on each floor, with one- to two-bedroom units measuring 46 sqm to 101 sqm, all designed to maximize space, natural light, and ventilation amid the city’s cool climate.

To enhance residents’ wellbeing, the amenity list includes rooftop fire-pit lounges and heated Jacuzzis with panoramic mountain views, a forest trail within a central garden that leads to the Coffee Project café and a commercial area, as well as wellness-oriented shared spaces. In addition, the on-site restaurant will feature al fresco dining while enjoying the mountain breeze.

Bern’s prime location also makes top tourist spots accessible, such as Burnham Park, Mines View Park, and the BenCab Museum.

At the Eiger's commencement ceremony held on February 18, Joshua Cabungan, division head for Bern, said that the event signals more than the tower’s construction. “It is the manifestation of a dream once imagined and now taking form—a four-tower residential development that redefines mountain living through understated luxury and architectural harmony,” he said.

Cabungan also reported Eiger’s sold-out status, reflecting the luxury market’s warm reception to Brittany’s fourth luxury development. “Our clients are mostly from the Benguet province and, more recently, from Pampanga. From the international market, we have Japanese buyers,” he added.

Prompted by the upbeat sales figures, Brittany executives had recently opened the pre-selling of the Bern Tower 2, Niesen. With wider dimensions, the second condo building will have 104 residential units, with one to two bedrooms ranging from 41.55 sqm to 83.10 sqm with balconies.

“For the second tower, we will be offering signature rooms on the top level, with sizes around 80 to 120 sqm. Its premium price will range from P50 million to 100 million,” shared by Cabungan.

Eiger is scheduled for completion in 2027, followed by Niesen in 2028. The third tower will be launched the following year.