New Development Spotlight | Sapphire Residences – Colombo 1 in Sri Lanka
There is nowhere quite like the Sapphire Residences – an exquisite collection of apartments and penthouses boasting uninterrupted panoramic views overlooking the Indian Ocean and the Beira Lake. Inspired by the famous Sri Lankan blue jewel, Sapphire Residences has been meticulously designed for those who expect the best things in life.
Showcasing the height of new luxury construction in some of the world’s most sought after locations, let’s explore an exclusive new development from our worldwide network.
There is nowhere quite like the Sapphire Residences – an exquisite collection of apartments and penthouses boasting uninterrupted panoramic views overlooking the Indian Ocean and the Beira Lake.
Inspired by the famous Sri Lankan blue jewel, Sapphire Residences has been meticulously designed for those who expect the best things in life.
Towering 50 floors above the city, Sapphire Residences is a collection of 132 magnificent private residences that provide the best that modern living has to offer. In addition to over 40,000 square-feet of world-class leisure facilities, residents will have access to retail and office spaces, as well as many hotel and concierge services and amenities.
The penthouses offer an exceptional level of elevated accommodation, especially for larger families – or indeed for those who simply desire abundant space to relax, live and entertain.
Rising majestically between the ocean on one side and Beira Lake on the other, this new residential development awaits the arrival of the world’s most discerning residents. These magnificent homes echo the true spirit of vertical living, built on a heightened level of luxury, comfort, security and privacy for the entire family.
The residences are a fusion of Phillipe Starck’s multi-faceted interior design talents, uniquely combining elements from the past and the future as only he can. Learn more about the Sapphire Residences.
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