ADVANCE ROOM ACCOMMODATION

Lots of Pics

2008-02-29T16:51:00.008+08:00

Apologies for the lack of updates.

We thought we'd post more pics than usual this week as operations is undergoing fine tuning for our test launch sometime next week. We'll also be installing the appliances over this weekend.

Some pics of the reception area. Jump to...

...unit one, our studio unit. And finally...

...unit 2's living room, our one bedroom unit. The LCD TV hasn't been installed yet, unfortunately.

We'll add more pics of unit 2's bedroom next week.

Nearly There

2008-02-04T14:49:00.000+08:00

The weekend was spent finishing most amenities and fixtures. Still a bit to do but the units are basically in operation.

We'll be posting pics sometime this week so come by and visit.

Have an advanced, "Kung hei fat choi!"

Very Brief Update

2008-01-29T13:50:00.001+08:00

Just a few snaps to keep readers updated. The interior decorator's coming by today and while there are still some minor finishes to be tackled we're still on track.

A few pics of the reception area taken from another angle.

Unit 2's living area. The far door leads to the reception area.

Unit 2's bathroom. We tested the plumbing last week and the water's running fine.

More updates to follow, most likely this week.

A Little Bit More

2008-01-23T16:15:00.000+08:00

Short update for this week.

We're currently in the process of doing the interior designs and some minor finishes on the project. We also acquired some help in marketing the rooms which resulted in some of the rooms being pre-booked for February. This means an escalation in the schedule of completion for the rooms. Here are some pics of how the project's progressing. WHEW!

Reception area pics.

Unit 1's kitchen area.

Applying some finishes on unit 2's flooring.

More pics next week.

A Few More Pics in the New Year...

2008-01-15T14:51:00.000+08:00

A little late on the posts but then it's been a hectic couple of weeks. It's been great that progress has been moving quite smoothly as most of the work has fallen into the hands of the interior designer.

Some pics of the reception area.

Furniture will be in "mock up" mode in the next couple of days while some minor finishes are still being applied to the front desk.

Hallway. A few weeks ago you couldn't even get over the rubble without mountain goat genes.

The bathrooms are almost done. In the second pic, the wall beneath the shower is intricately lined with glass tiles. A great touch indeed. Somehow a stray rag got in there so apologies for the "rogue" rag.

That's it for now. Like always, there's more to come. Oh hey, it's payday.

Happy New Year!

2008-01-03T13:58:00.000+08:00

It's 2008 and progress has stepped up on the project. More of the interiors have taken shape and some seventy percent is finished.

As a FYI, February 7, 2008 will be the year of the Earth Rat based on the Chinese calendar so more glad tidings for the new year will follow.

More pics soon so stay tuned.

Busy, Like Elves in a Workshop

2007-12-21T15:48:00.000+08:00

Only a couple more days before Christmas is upon us. On the project, we’ve moved on further to interior finishes and fixtures. Still quite a bit of work down the tube and most likely we’ll be done by early 2008. So here are a few more pics before the long weekend.

Couple of pics of the basic front desk component as a work in progress. Finish for the wood and the installation of the electricals will be in a couple of days. The designer stated that the final look should give it the illusion of being suspended in midair. We'll reserve judgement on that for a later date.

Another view of the front desk.

Workers in the process of painting the walls in Unit 2.

A/C unit, tested and ready for use.

A table under production for the mini kitchen in Unit 1.

Once again, happy holidays to all!

We have Light!

2007-12-07T14:36:00.000+08:00

Just had to post a couple more pics. With the electrical works recently finished we had to test it to produce these. That's it for this week.

A Few More Pics Before the Weekend

2007-12-06T13:49:00.000+08:00

The project is gaining momentum this week. We thought we'd post a few more pics before the weekend.

Work continues on the lobby. We've also been testing color combinations on the walls.

This room's almost ready for another coat of paint.

Airconditioning units and other hardware waiting to be installed.

Have a great weekend!

FINISHING BEGINS (Yes it's an oxymoron).

2007-12-04T14:06:00.000+08:00

After a tempestuous week that brought property damage to one of the Philippines' premiere hotels and capped with a long and restful holiday (November 30, Bonifacio Day), work continues.

So far, most of the major structural works have been completed leaving further fine tuning and interior works for the next couple of weeks. The interiors and fixtures will surely be a treat, so stay tuned.

View of the lobby along with construction of the Front Desk. Paint primer has been applied on the walls.

A workman prepares the primer for another coat of paint.

Finishing materials.

Work continues on the bathroom.

Oh and before we get fully engulfed in work, two notable points from us to our readers and future clients:

MAY YOU ALL HAVE A FRUITFUL CHRISTMAS!
Something grand looms over the horizon; the past few months have just been samplers.

Construction Continues

2007-11-26T13:36:00.000+08:00

Things have been going well with the project's construction these past few weeks. We'll be in our finishing stage in a couple of weeks so in the meantime here are some more snaps of the project.

Cleanup of the electrical outlets will begin soon.

Another view of the room from below.

Some ceiling work on the lobby.

A shot of the lobby.

Another one.

GASP! It's that time of the year already?!?

More ARA PICS

2007-11-15T13:38:00.002+08:00

It's raining outside but work on the project continues. Again, more pictures as things begin to gradually take shape into something great. Finishing touches on the rooms should begin in a couple of weeks and more pictures will be posted. Stay tuned.

The work day ends.

A view of the bathroom as a "work in progress (WIP)."

Another room, this time it's being prepped for finishing.

One of the rooms in the process of having its wiring and other electrical works installed.

The work day begins.

ARA Construction Picture

2007-11-14T18:11:00.000+08:00

As promised, here is a picture to illustrate the project's status. So far so good, and there's more to come.

EVERYTHING HAS A BEGINNING

2007-11-09T14:30:00.000+08:00

Honestly, work's been ongoing for the past 2 weeks already. For the next couple of weeks we'll be posting photographs of the project's construction, so stay tuned.

ADVANCE ROOM ACCOMMODATION ( ARA ), what is it?

2007-11-08T16:07:00.003+08:00

Our company, J & E Hernandez Group, is a Philippine-based property development and management firm that has been in the business for the past 50 years. In the past we have developed 40 projects in Manila, Pasay City, Parañaque City and Cavite. Those projects involved the development and sale of land primarily for residential, commercial and mixed use. We also actively acquire properties geared for commercial, industrial and residential purposes.

In a shift of pace, and in keeping an eye on current and future trends in property management and development, our newest project - Advance Room Accommodation (ARA) is our entry in the boutique hotel business.

As our company’s initial foray into boutique hotels we have opted for a closer, more intimate identity for ARA. ARA will feature rooms and amenities of high quality. Features found in most hotels such as broadband internet, in-room mini-bars, and cable television will be offered.

An experienced service staff will be on call at every hour of the day to respond to our client’s every need.

Besides these first-rate services and amenities our company also offers perks such as guaranteed reservations and seasonal discounts, all for the benefit and enjoyment of our clients.

Questions? Just leave a comment or click here to send us an email at aranova2821@gmail.com.

ANOTHER TEST! Unit sample video.

2007-09-04T15:36:00.000+08:00

Video test of one of our units.

We're on testing status!

2007-09-03T14:36:00.000+08:00

Just testing how things are going to go. We're coming from Pasay City's best kept secret when it comes to high end room reservations.More to come...