Lauded as the Best Developer (Philippines) for the second year in a row to go with its 17 other awards and commendations at the 2023 PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards, Robinsons Land Corporation has once again solidified its position at the forefront of Philippine real estate excellence.
With a diverse portfolio of brands and developments spanning the residential, commercial, industrial, and leisure sectors, Robinsons Land's influence extends across various facets of Filipino life. Each division of RLC brings a unique perspective and value proposition to the table, collectively contributing to the company's remarkable success. “We continuously strive to create shared success with every Filipino through the projects we build, the communities we shape, and the sustainable practices we promote,” shared Frederick D. Go, Robinsons Land President and CEO, articulating the company’s core mission.
RLC takes great pride in earning the title of Best Developer in the country, as this attests to the company’s standing as an industry leader in real estate development, but it is equally honored that its sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives were also recognized, having received the Highly Commended citation in the Best Sustainable Developer category.
Its ESG initiatives, accomplished mainly through its corporate social responsibility arm, RLove (overseen by Robinsons Land Foundation Inc.), ensure that the company creates a positive impact in the communities it serves, extending far beyond the boundaries of RLC’s various development projects.
RLC Residences: Giving Filipinos the opportunity to live their best lives
Selected by PropertyGuru as the country’s Best Lifestyle Developer, RLC Residences understands that constructing vertical residences isn't merely about building structures, it's about crafting lifestyles through beautiful, well-designed condominiums located in accessible districts and offering urban convenience and serenity. This is the essence of RLC Residences, encapsulated by its "Raise, Live, and Connect" mantra.
Among RLC Residences’ 2023 PropertyGuru Awards are Best Luxury Condo Development (Metro Manila) for The Residences at The Westin Manila, Best Condo Development (Luzon) for Sierra Valley Gardens, Best Smart Home Development for Woodsville Crest; and a Highly Commended citation for Best Integrated Work From Home Development for SYNC.
"We are truly honored to be recognized along with the best in the country, and we are equally proud to be part of Robinsons Land and its quest to bring to life world-class real estate developments here in the country,” said Chad Sotelo, Senior Vice President and General Manager of RLC Residences, following the division’s stellar performance.
Robinsons Homes, the subdivision development unit of RLC, also plays a significant role in enabling Filipinos to start, enjoy, and share the good life. Living up to its brand promise to offer affordable, accessible, and aspirational homes, Robinsons Homes' Springdale project earned a Highly Commended citation in the Best Subdivision Development category.
Robinsons Offices: Championing sustainability and economic resilience
Robinsons Offices, another vital arm of Robinsons Land, has carved out its niche in developing premium, sustainable, and future-ready office spaces.
"We are on a mission to make our offices an integral part of our commitment toward nation building through three core tenets: job generation, decentralization, and sustainability," said Jericho P. Go, SVP and General Manager of Robinsons Offices.
Named by PropertyGuru as Best Office Development, GBF Center 1 and 2 at the Bridgetowne Destination Estate attract top IT-BPM and multinational companies. The twin 30-story developments were designed to not only be sustainable architectural marvels, but also to serve as catalysts for increased work opportunities. “The jobs created when people work in offices have a 5x multiplier effect spanning the sectors of transportation, food, retail, hospitality, and healthcare,” said Go.
In addition, with projects such as Cybergate Iloilo Towers 1 and 2 – recognized by PropertyGuru as the country’s Best BPO Office Development, Robinsons Offices is boosting its presence in key areas across the Philippine archipelago, in effect promoting countryside development that keeps families together. “For every office we build, particularly those in the provinces, it means there is one less family member being separated from the family,” said Go. “Our mission is to keep the Filipino family together. This is why we are passionate about the work that we do. We know that what we do matters.”
Environmental sustainability is another issue that’s at the forefront of Robinsons Offices’ projects. Excelling in this aspect, Cyber Omega in Pasig City received the Highly Commended recognition in the Best Green Development category.
Robinsons Offices has earned LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification for several of its buildings, including Exxa, Zeta, and Tera towers in Bridgetowne. It also actively seeks EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) certification from the International Finance Corporation for its latest developments.
After earning EDGE certification for five of its office buildings -- Cyberscape Beta, Cyberscape Gamma, Cyberscape Alpha, Robinsons Cybergate Galleria Cebu, and Cyber Omega – Robinsons Offices was recognized as an EDGE Champion during the EDGE Champions Summit Asia in June 2023.
Robinsons Hotels & Resorts: Showcasing signature Filipino hospitality
RLC's hotel division, Robinsons Hotels & Resorts, received the Best Operational Hospitality Portfolio accolade, a nod to RHR’s wide array of formats, brands, extensive geographical presence, and service excellence.
Its hospitality segments include international luxury hotels and resorts (Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria and Holiday Inn Manila Galleria, Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu, and The Westin Manila), deluxe accommodations, upscale homegrown hotels (Summit Hotels & Resorts and Grand Summit Hotels in GenSan), and essential value hotels (Go Hotels and Go Hotels Plus).
“This accolade is a testament to our commitment to ensure that our Filipino brand of hospitality is experienced by various markets, from essential value to luxury. Our diverse portfolio is a product of our deep appreciation and understanding of both domestic and international guests, and we look forward to serving more with additional brands and properties in the future,” said Barun Jolly, SVP & General Manager of Robinsons Hotels & Resorts.
In 2022, RLC bolstered its presence in the luxury property category with the opening of Fili Hotel, the Philippines’ first homegrown 5-star hospitality brand. Rising proudly in the world-class NUSTAR Integrated Resort in Cebu, Fili Hotel was named Best Hotel Development and garnered two design awards for Best Hotel Architectural Design and Best Hotel Interior Design.
Robinsons Land: Driving Sustainable Progress
Though distinct, the value offerings from each unit under Robinsons Land harmoniously come together as part of a greater whole, demonstrating the company's passion to build bigger, better, and bolder real estate developments. As the projects come to fruition, they benefit not only stakeholders but also the communities they serve, promoting sustainability, economic growth, and other opportunities for our fellow Filipinos.
From its lifestyle and community malls to cutting-edge office developments, well-designed condominiums, and thoughtfully planned subdivisions, Robinsons Land is dedicated to enhancing the lives of its stakeholders, while promoting environmental and social responsibility. Its notable achievements at the 2023 PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards can attest to RLC’s consistent commitment to excellence, and inspire the company to continue its pursuit of creating a brighter, more sustainable future for all Filipinos.
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