And how SMDC fortifies residential living within Metro Manila’s most integrated global hub
The forthcoming generation of remarkable cities will not emerge by coincidence. They will be intentionally constructed — designed as interconnected ecosystems where living, working, recreation, and commerce are harmoniously linked. In the Philippines, few projects embody this transformation more distinctly than the Mall of Asia (MOA) complex in Pasay City.
Within a single district, MOA facilitates an exceptional convergence: the extensive SM Mall of Asia, the iconic MOA Arena, the luxurious Conrad Manila, the E-Com office clusters, and an expanding network of residential and hospitality ventures. Soon, the inclusion of the SMX Center for International Trade and Exhibitions (SMXCITE) will further enhance MOA’s role. Engineered to host up to 18,000 participants, SMXCITE will double the exhibition space of SMX and establish MOA as the nation’s premier center for global trade shows, conferences, and business gatherings — rivalling Southeast Asia’s leading convention venues.
Strategically positioned adjacent to SMXCITE is SMDC’s Ice Tower Residential-Office. Its placement is not mere chance. For Ice Tower occupants, the close proximity to the country’s largest event center ensures a continuous influx of businesses, entrepreneurs, and international representatives. Units in this location will benefit from heightened rental demand, business adaptability, and significant resale potential — features that few other locations in Metro Manila can match.
This ripple effect also influences other SMDC projects in the complex, such as Sail Residences, which provide waterfront-inspired living close to commerce; and Shore 3 Residences, a vast community featuring resort-style amenities at the heart of a business and leisure corridor.
In a marketplace where mere location is insufficient, MOA offers a tangible insight into what the cities of tomorrow will require: proximity to expanding industries, easy access to business and leisure centers, and residences configured for enduring growth and connectivity. Owning a condo in this complex signifies living in a district made for genuine progress — where business prospects, tourism, and daily life are all integrated.
The future of urban value will not be defined solely by geography, but by ecosystems — and MOA is illustrating how that future can be constructed.
Discover more about investing in SMDC’s MOA developments by visiting www.smdc.com or contacting our hotline at (+632) 8858-0300 today.
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