Origin Property PLC., a developer established since 2009 who focuses on building condominiums with proximity to public transits and expressways, now launches an attractive-price low-rise project “Kensington 63″ on a futuristic location “Phahonyothin 63″ where the fruition of BTS Green Line’s expansion, due in 2019, will be Lak Si Monument Station which will situate just 250 metres from the project. The project comes with a reasonable starting price number at THB 1.49 million, while 50 per cent of units are sold at the time of review.
(Reviewed: 4 October 2016)
Project Name: Kensington 63
Developer: Origin Property PLC.
Address: Phahonyothin 63 Alley, Anusawari, Bang Khen, Bangkok
Website: http://www.origin.co.th/3condosaphanmai1/
Call: 092 716 7070
Project Area: 1-3-31 rai
Project Type: 8-storey condominium with 231 units
Target market: Consumers who need convenient access to Don Mueang International Airport
Construction Progress: Starts in January 2017, expected completion in Q2 2018
Elevator: 2 passenger elevators
Parking: 40% (included double parking)
Facilities: Lobby, Mail Room, Garden, Salt-Water Swimming Pool, Fitness, Tree House
Security System: Digital Door Lock, Elevator with Access Card Control, 24-hour security guards and CCTV
Selling Rate: 50% are sold at the time of review
Terms of Payment: Booking Payment 10,000 Baht, Contract Payment 30,000 – 60,000 Baht, Down Payment (15 installments) 6,900 – 14,500 Baht, Balloon Payment (2 installments) 30,000 – 60,000 Baht
Sinking Fund: 400 Baht/Sq.m. (single payment)
Maintenance Fees: 40 Baht/Sq.m./Month (1-year advance payment)
Starting Price: 1.49 MB (exclusive units) or 65,000 Baht/Sq.m.
Average Price/Sq.m.: 70,000 Baht/Sq.m.
Unit Type
1-Bedroom Superior 23.40 Sq.m.
1-Bedroom Deluxe 25.90 – 30.70 Sq.m.
1-Bedroom EXTRA 32.50 – 37.50 Sq.m.
2-Bedroom PENTHOUSE 47.60 Sq.m.
Kesington 63 has an L-Shape architectural design embracing the facility building at the centre, which stands alone as a clubhouse for residents. The project’s concept is to be a resort-condo where redidents can find a pleasurable leisure 365 days a year. The facility building is the Unique Space where a glass-wall fitness offers a view of swimming pool and integrated with lounge area inside. The rooftop of the facility building is designed as a garden with seats to relax with wind breezes and loved ones. It’s a perfect residence to invigorate in tranquil atmosphere.
Clubhouse entrance
Lounge area beside the fitness
Open space design to allow wind breezes to flow through
Fitness facing the swimming pool view
Sunbathing deck aside the pool
Lie down for the sun heat
5 x 15 metres swimming pool with 1.2 metre depth
Seating area in the garden
Trimmed grass and shady trees
1BR simulation
Bedroom simulation
Modern architectural design on the facade
Residential units and balconies
Rooftop garden on the facility building
Clubhouse “Unique Space”
The project has a one-way road in clockwise direction
There are stairs at each corner of the building to go down to the garden
2BR Penthouse 47.60 Sq.m.
Show Unit Review
Specifications:
Flooring: 8 mm. laminate flooring
Wall: White concrete wall
Ceiling Height: 2.4 m.
Furnishing: special-designed built-in furniture
Air-Conditioning: 9,000 – 12,000 BTU
Bathroom Sanitary: Cristina
Kitchen Set: Hob and hood from Teka
1-Bedroom Superior 23.40 Sq.m. (Fully-Furnished)
Let’s look at the smallest unit type which has an open-sapce floor plan
Upon entering the room is a walkway with kitchen and bathroom on each side
Two people might need to slightly turn their shoulders when walk pass by each other on this walkway
The decorations and splashback are excluded in the actual unit
Having a splashback is necessary to prevent stains on the wall
THe white countertop is made of natural stones. You could use the space between the sink and hob for cooking preparation. Below are drawer, microwave shelf, and storage for a dishwasher or a front-load washing machine
The bathroom comes in white tone for the hygienic look, and a shower room to separate wet and dry areas
The basin has a drawer underneath, and the toilet paper holder is on your left
There’s a soap dish at the shower
Next, the living area is at the centre between the kitchen and bedroom
The space for the sofa is flanked by the bathroom wall and bedroom’s sliding door. Taking out the sliding would not increase usable space but it could help you not to feel cramped in this area
The TV shelf has a height for the TV to be in a suitable eye level
The wall behind the TV shelf is white concrete wall in the actual unit
Despite the close distance, there are two air-conditionings for both bedroom and living area
The bedroom occupies large space of the unit
The ceiling height is around 2.4 metres. A built-in closet is provided at the corner of the room
The given bed is a queen-sized (5ft) however the working table is just the prop of show unit
A space designed for a dressing/working table is next to the window
Having a sliding door could benefit you to not fall off the bed
Working table with modish decorations
The working table area is actually half of the balcony space. In the balcony, the compressors are kept neatly as shown in the picture
Countinuous walkway from the main entrance to bedroom
Walkway from bedroom to the main entrance
1-Bedroom Deluxe (M) 28.5 Sq.m.
With more space, the unit can have a modest dining table
Digital Door Lock with key-card and passcode access
The first zone is the kitchen with bedroom entrance and kitchen entrance on the side
Behind the main door is a vertical-designed storage where you can keep your shoes
The overall space in the living area is much larger than the 24 Sq.m. unit
The absence of walls flanking on the sides complements the area to be more airy
The dining area is next to the sofa. The mirror and black wall are interior designs of the show unit to give you some ideas
Another chair could be added on the side when you have a guest
The kitchen has a sliding door to keep the cooking smokes and smells inside
The kitchen set provided is similar to the 24 Sq.m. unit
Watch out the little step at the sliding door to the balcony
Compressors are kept in the balcony
Balcony space with drain at the corner
The project provides a modern working table in front of the bathroom
The table can be both a working table and dressing table. The shelf above is however not provided
Another provided furnishing is the built-in closet in the bedroom
Bathroom views
The shower room is in the inner zone
Toilet and basin with drawer
Back to the bedroom, the bed is adjacent to the windows where you can open up for natural wind to come in
The closet has a mirror for you to dress up. Walkway at the end of bed is quite confined
The given queen-sized bed also has a drawer underneath
Window’s handle
View from the bedroom toward the main entrance
1-Bedroom Plus 34.8 Sq.m.
The uniqueness of this unit type is the extra small bedroom
Living room as the first zone of the unit
A carpet can create a luxury look to the room
TV shelf and vertical shoes cabinet
A 3-seat sofa is fit to the room. The coffee table is the show unit’s prop
Compared with the 24 Sq.m. unit, this unit type has much more walking space in the room
A modest dining table can be placed in this corner
The extra small bedroom is located next to the main bedroom
View of the living room and main bedroom
The kitchen is at the centre between the small bedroom and bathroom
This counter can extend its surface for one-person dining
The kitchen is compact yet modern
The bathroom entrance from the kitchen
Similar bathroom features given. A bathroom carpet is a necessary material to keep the room dry
Shower room space
Now, let’s observe the small bedroom
The room can be used as a study area, small bedroom, or laundry room
The balcony is longer than the previous show units
Without the ceiling lamp, the bedroom is still bright with sunlight from the windows
Walking space around the bed
A curtain can soften the sunlight during the day
Looking back to the living room from the bedroom
The project is located in Phahonyothin 63 Alley, around 100 metres away from Phahonyothin main road. The closest public transit would be Lak Si Monument Station from BTS Green Line extension which is expected to be completed in 2018 or 2019. The mentioned station will stand 250 metres from the project, which is a comfortable walking distance.
Phahonyothin 63 is a 2-lane alley comprised mostly of detached houses and undeveloped lands. The atmosphere, as a result, is much calm and low noise pollution. A short walk away toward Phahonyothin 61 is 7-11 convenient store, where you might pick up some food supplies along the way if you come from the BTS. However, by the time the project is fully completed, you would have to wait a little more for Lak Si Monument Station to come operate.
BTS Sukhumvit Line is scheduled for two extensions, the eastern one from Bearing to Samutprakarn, and the northern one from Mo Chit to Khu Khot. Kensington 63 is located in the proximity of northern extension where the closest station will be Lak Si Monument Station. In general, Mo Chit – Khu Khot Extension consists of 16 new stations, where the interchange station to the future Monorail Pink Line is Wat Phra Si Maha That Station which is just one stop down from Lak Si Monument Station. Mo Chit – Khu Khot Station will encourage residential developments along its route, while also soothing traffic condition on Phahonyothin Road. In addition, the total estimated cost of Mo Chit – Khu Khot Extension is around THB 26 billion.
Getting There
On Phahonyothin Road, drive straight northward following the sign Saphanmai. You will go through a tunnel without having to drive around Lak Si Roundabout. Then, keep going straight until and turn left at Phahonyothin 63 Alley
If you come from the other side of Phahonyothin Road, you need to make a U-Turn at Lak Si Roundabout as shown in the picture. You wont be entering the tunnel this time
From Chaeng Wattana Road, turn left at Lak Si Roundabout and keep left to enter Phahonyothin Road. Proceed on Phahonyothin Road for around 1.2 kilometres, and turn left into Phahonyothin 63 Alley to find the project
BTS Lak Si Monument Station
Most hangout places are located on Pradit Manutham Road, an over 10-kilometre passage under Ram Inthra – At Narong Expressway. Locals know this road as “Lieb Duan” and it’s one of Bangkok’s top destinations to spend the night with friends at restaurants, pubs, bars, or a mixed one. Each lifestyle place on this road may not be as high-end as those at the heart of the city, but the music, foods, and pretty girls are not any less of the quality. Here are a few examples of Liab Duan’s hangout places.
4 Dinner Bar & Restaurant
66 Station
Parking Toys Pub & Restaurant
Riab Duan Night Market at Ram Inthra
Ying Charoen Market
Nearby Places
Tesco Lotus
CentralPlaza Ramintra
IT Square Lak Si
Major Cineplex Ratchayothin
CentralPlaza Lardprao
Central General Hospital
Vibhavadi Hospital
Sripatum University
Kasetsart University
Don Meaung International Airport
Chaeng Wattana Government Complex
| Unit Type | Size (Sq.m.) | Average Rent Price/Month |
| 1-Bedroom Superior | 23.40 | 8,000 – 9,000 |
| 1-Bedroom Deluxe | 25.90 – 30.70 | 10,000 – 12,000 |
| 1-Bedroom EXTRA | 32.50 – 37.50 | 13,000 – 17,000 |
| 2-Bedroom PENTHOUSE | 47.60 | 20,000 |
| Project Name | Unit | Usable Area | Average Price/Sq.m. | Starting Price |
| Modiz Sttation | 246 | 23 – 48 Sq.m. | 90,000 | 1.89 MB |
Modiz Station
Project Name: Asset Wise Co., Ltd.
Project Type: 8-storey condominium with 246 units
Construction Progress: Starts in 2017, expected completion in 2018
EIA Approval: Pending
Parkign: 78 cars or 40% (excluded double parking)
Starting Price: 1.89 MB
Average Price/Sq.m.: 90,000 Baht
Unit Type (Fully-Furnished):
1BR 23 Sq.m. (108 units)
1BR Extra 26 Sq.m. (110 units)
1BR Plus 30 – 36 Sq.m. (24 units)
2BR 48 Sq.m. (4 units)
With the convenience of BTS Skytrain, Phohonyothin Road is one of the top locations where developers choose to launch their projects. However, the skytrain route ends at Mo Chit Station and the areas further beyond this ending point are mostly unexplored. Origin Property saw an opportunity as BTS Sukhumvit Line is scheduled for extension into this area. They launched Kensington 63, an 8-storey condominium project with a concept of resort-condo, where Lak Si Monument Station will be a short distance away when the extension is completed. The developer designed a separate facility building as a clubhouse, standing at the centre point of the landscape where residents would come to refresh with swimming pool, fitness and green garden in leisure. Regarding the starting price, the project suits more with limited-budget consumers who might look for either stay or investment. In addition, 50 per cent of the units have been sold at the time of review.
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