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Tessera

ABOUT TESSERA

Tessera is made up of four (4) distinct neighborhoods: Solis, Terra, Ventus and Luna, inspired by the elements of nature.

Part of the masterplan for Jamaica’s newest city in Bernard Lodge, Portmore, St Catherine, these neighborhoods will all feature single family 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom SmartHomes, each well-appointed with our signature package of features including solar system, solar water heater, rainwater harvesting system, electric vehicle charging point, smart door lock, smart outlets, smart switches and floodlights with cameras. 

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HOW TO APPLY FOR YOUR SMARTHOME

  1. Ensure your pre-approval letter or bank statement is under 3 months and reflects at least the starting price of our SmartHomes.
  2. Scroll over the Neighborhood Map and identify your lot. 
  3. Fill out our online application and upload your pre-approval letter or bank statement. 

The SmartHome

2 BEDROOM | 2 BATHROOM | 1268 SQ FT | STARTING AT J$36.95 MILLION

  • Expandable Photovoltaic (Solar) System with:
    • Six Polycrystalline Solar Panels
    • Grid Tie Hybrid Inverter
    • Lithium Battery
    • Smart Panel to track solar energy production and usage
  • Wi-Fi Enabled Smart front door lock, light switches, outlets, front and back yard floodlights with CCTV cameras
  • 220V Electric Vehicle charging outlet on front Verandah
  • 50 US gal solar water heater
  • 400 US gal roof-mounted water tank for potable water storage
  • Rooftop rainwater harvesting system with 110 US gal storage tank
  • Bedroom 1: size 12’3 x 11’2″; Closet: 6’2″ x 1’11” 
  • Bedroom 2: size 13′ x 11’2″; Closet: 7’9″ x 1’11”
  • Both closets with bi-fold doors and hanging rail
  • AC Installation-ready with pilot switches and drainpipes in both bedrooms
  • Both Bathrooms: 5’ 1” x 7’ 9”
  • 1 shower in each bathroom
  • Ceramic rectangular wall tiles
  • Vanity with under-counter cabinet and white oval basin with water-efficient chrome faucet
  • Medicine cabinet with mirror
  • White vitreous china low-flush high-efficiency toilet
  • White apron-front bathtub with water-efficient chrome fixtures
  • Ceramic toilet paper holder
  • Kitchen size: 9’1″ x 11’7″
  • L-shaped kitchen cupboard floor unit with hidden hinge magnetic locks for drawers and doors
  • Wall mounted kitchen cabinets
  • Double bowl stainless steel kitchen sink with chrome faucet
  • Dining room size: 6’7″ x 11’7″
  • AC installation-ready with pilot switch and drainpipe
  • Living room size: 8’11” x 11’7″
  • 24″ x 24″ semi-gloss floor tiles or similar throughout interior
  • Skirting to all interior walls except bathroom walls
  • Reinforced concrete foundation and walls
  • Reinforced concrete roof screeded for drainage & water harvesting and coated with heat reflective paint
  • Interior and exterior walls primed and painted in low-sheen paint 
  • Design meets or exceeds:
    • International Building Code
    • National Building Code of Jamaica
    • American Concrete Institute Building Code for Structural Concrete (ACI 318-11)
  • Laundry Room Size: 3’1″x9’1″
  • Enclosed laundry room
  • Fiberglass laundry tub, stand and faucet
  • Covered 12’ x 5’ 3”  front Verandah with 24″ x 24″ Porcelain tiles
  • 220V Electrical outlet on front verandah
  • 3’ 1” x 9’2” covered back Patio 
  • Front and back green spaces with top soil and grass seedlings
  • Solid broom finished concrete driveway
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NEIGHBOURHOOD FEATURES

Clubhouse

Picture evenings in a space thoughtfully designed for connection. The Clubhouse is a welcoming hub where friends meet, families gather, and moments are shared. From family celebrations to community meetings or casual hangouts with neighbours, its flexible design adapts to every occasion.

Open, inviting, and versatile, it’s the natural gathering place for creating lasting memories and embracing the rhythm of community life.

Multipurpose Courts

Tessera’s Multipurpose Courts bring the community together in an all-in-one arena for fun, fitness, and friendly competition. Designed to keep pace with your lifestyle, they seamlessly shift from casual neighbourhood matches to children’s impromptu tournaments and even weekend practice sessions. Durable surfaces, a clear layout, and proper court lighting ensure safe play from early morning drills to evening pick-up games. Whether you’re serving, spiking, shooting, or simply cheering from the sidelines, these courts celebrate the joy of active, healthy living

Recreation Spaces

Tessera is thoughtfully designed with five recreation spaces — one within each of the four sub- neighbourhoods plus a main park. Each sub-neighbourhood offers its own inviting retreat: open lawns for relaxation, play areas for children, and seating areas perfect for casual catch-ups. At the heart of it all, the Main Park provides a communal green space for morning jogs, family picnics, or simply unwinding after a long day. Together, these spaces strike a balance between connection and calm, offering every resident the chance to enjoy the outdoors in their own way.

LOCATION

Tessera is located in Greater Bernard Lodge, Portmore, St. Catherine, offering the ideal balance of convenience and comfort.

Just 5 minutes from the Mandela Highway, residents enjoy quick access to Kingston when needed, while finding everyday essentials much closer to home. Sovereign Village, Pricesmart, Fontana, Starbucks, and several malls are all within 10–15 minutes, providing shopping, dining, and entertainment right at your fingertips. Yet, despite being so close to it all, the development is tucked away in a peaceful setting, giving you the quiet retreat of home alongside the ease of nearby city-style amenities
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APPROVALS AND PERMITS

Registered Developer
Registration date: July 28, 2025
Registration number: DV/2095

Sub-division approved October 17, 2023

Building Permit #25624 December 17, 2024

Environmental Permit #2022-14017-EP00347

Issued July 06, 2023

Approval issued March 31, 2023

Authorization issued May 3, 2023