Developers nowadays, especially the major ones, put a premium on sustainability not only in response to the environmental challenges but also to market demands.
The Dr. Andrew Tan-led Megaworld Development Corp. (Megaworld) is bringing to the historic province of Cavite a sustainable-centric project called the Maple Grove—the 140-hectare township in General Trias.
Eugene Lozano, Megaworld First Vice President for sales and marketing told reporters in a recent press familiarization tour that Maple Grove’s development has been inspired by the magnificent planning of Makati’s central business district.
“Maple Grove will be a modern, eco-friendly, and green 140-hectare township development that hosts a unique mix of defined commercial, residential, and office developments,” Lozano said.
Going green, Maple Grove will adhere to the sustainable standards of development. To begin with, Maple Grove will be surrounded by green, open parks. Moreover, Lozano said Maple Grove will feature about 10 lots per hectare, with each lot ranging in size from 360 square meters to 1,008 square meters.
Maple Grove will be positioned as a site for multinational companies wishing to establish or strengthen their presence in the CALABARZON area. Maple Grove has a very strategic location as it very accessible via the Coastal Road and Cavitex, with an estimated travel time of about 30-45 minutes from the Makati CBD, Bonifacio Global City, and the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Naia).
Maple Grove will have world-class design standards as it will be designed by Wimberlley Allison, Tong & Goo (WATG)—the same group behind some of the world’s most extraordinary resort destinations like Shangri-La Maldives and Sofitel Bali in Indonesia.
Some of the township features include Maple Grove Transport Hub, bike lanes and jogging tracks, six-lane Maple Grove Boulevard, 2-hectare rainwater park, landscaped open spaces, pocket gardens, central material recovery facility and a sewage treatment plant.
The Maple Grove Mall will function as the retail component. It will be a two-level “sustainable mall” with around 24,000 sq m of gross floor area to host retail and food and beverage outlets, four cinemas, indoor events area, and an anchor supermarket.
One Corporate Place
For the corporate sector. Maple Grove will have the 17-story high One Corporate Place offering 93 select office units ranging from 60 square meters to 280.50 sq m at the One Corporate Place.
Lozano said the subdivision will have its own Building Management System (BMS), a 24-hour Security and Fire Command Center, Seismic Detection and Monitoring System, stand-by generators for 100 percent back-up power, fire security system, water reservoir with separate fire reserve water tanks, and a 24-hour CCTV monitoring system.
It will have a roof deck garden, use of energy-saving LED lights in common areas, use of dual-flush type water closets for common toilets, and its own Material Recovery Facility (MRF) for waste segregation and recycling.
Verdin and La Cassia Residences
Eliza Leonor Capalad, Megaworld assistant vice president for marketing said Verdin and La Cassia will be the residential components of the township.
She said Verdin will have 140 units (including with lanai) ranging from studio units up to (32 sq m), one bedroom (up to 50 sq m) and two bedrooms ( up to 79 sq m). In line with adhering to the green agenda, Capalad said Verdin will use sustainable, recycled and indigenous materials in various components and amenities, energy-generating equipment and machines in the outdoor areas, lush pocket gardens and solar-powered outlets at the amenity deck.
Meanwhile, La Cassia will be a 16-story building with 238 units ranging from studio (up to 33 sq m), 1 bedroom (up to 49.5 sq m) and two bedrooms (up to 88 sq m).
Getting a milestone in going green
Meanwhile, the Gokongwei-backed RLC Residences got a windfall when it bagged eight awards during the recently concluded Dot Property awards. Aside from capturing Best Developer Metro Manila category, the firm’s Sierra Valley Gardens was named Best Sustainable Residential Development. Moreover, RLC Residences was also the recipient of the Special Recognition Award for Community Building.
Sierra Valley Gardens, located between Cainta and Taytay, is just a couple of minutes away from Ortigas CBD and is also strategically located within top educational centers, cultural experiences, commercial centers and nature activities.
A total of 26 winners from across the Philippines were honored during the event.
“This year’s Dot Property Philippines Awards winners are playing a crucial role in the recovery of the real estate market. Their ability to deliver projects and services that meet the changing needs of today’s home seekers truly makes them the best,” Adam Sutcliffe, Dot Property Group Director, Events and International Markets, explained.