Real winners refuse to sit on their laurels. Real winners lead the way. And Robinsons Land Corporation (RLC) does just that.
Securing the prestigious, much-coveted title of Best Developer of the Philippines for two straight years only fuels the company’s drive to build even better and bigger, leading the real estate industry toward greater heights, all while ensuring that every development is purposeful and meaningful to its stakeholders.
Robinsons Land’s commitment to upholding sustainability and embracing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles in their operations has earned them a Special Recognition in ESG and a highly commendable status as the Best Sustainable Developer. These achievements perfectly align with their mission of #BuildingBetter.
Through its corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm, the RLove Program, under the Robinsons Land Foundation Inc, it continues to uplift lives through social welfare and advocacy projects anchored on philanthropy, volunteerism, and partnerships in communities where it operates.
Last year alone, the RLove Program was able to extend aid and assistance to over 180 partner beneficiary groups.
RLC bagged a total of 18 accolades, underscoring its steadfast commitment to delivering best-in-class and sustainable real estate developments across diverse sectors. These include the title of Best Developer for Visayas (following its Best Developer for Luzon win in 2022).
Other huge winners in the RLC family during the PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards 2023 were RLC Residences, Robinsons Offices, Robinsons Hotels and Resorts, and Robinsons Homes, with each unit having its own set of awards and recognition.
RLC RESIDENCES: Elevating Lifestyles
RLC Residences, the condominium division of Robinsons Land, is driven by its brand promise to Raise, Live, and Connect, as reflected in its high-quality projects that focus on customer needs and preferences above all. This dedication to its mission has earned it the accolade of Best Lifestyle Developer.
The RLC Residences team takes pride in working alongside its clients in terms of designing their own condominium units. “We believe that they are our biggest influence in coming up with the right condo features based on what they look for in a place that they will call theirs,” shared Chad Sotelo, SVP and General Manager of RLC Residences.
Guided by its mission to elevate lifestyles by providing Filipinos residential options to help them live their best lives, RLC Residences secured four major awards for their projects. These accolades include 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 recognition 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 Sotelo.
He added: “Thank you, PropertyGuru, for validating that we are on the right track in terms of creating delightful customer moments and delivering beautiful, well-designed condominiums that our stakeholders can proudly call their own.”
“We dedicate these recognitions to the whole RLC Residences team and our customers who have been with us in this journey of building beautiful, well-designed living spaces that allows them to design and live their best lives.”
To further improve customer experience through digitalization, RLC Residences has recently launched the myRLC Home Super App, the first all-in-one mobile application exclusive for its residential communities, proving once again how it is both a winner and a leader. The platform seeks to deliver convenience and seamless services to property buyers from purchase to move-in.
Robinsons Homes, meanwhile, garnered high commendation as Best Subdivision Development for its affordable house and lot offering, Springdale in Baliwag, Bulacan. It continues to lead Filipinos to the “good life” through affordable, accessible, and aspirational homes.
It has also continued to strengthen its digitization efforts by enhancing the digital home-buying experience with 360-Degree Virtual Model Houses and Virtual Subdivision Tours, ensuring buyers can envision their future homes. Moreover, Robinsons Homes simplifies post-purchase convenience with online payment options and streamlined customer care operations.
ROBINSONS OFFICES: Driving Economic Resilience and Sustainability
Meanwhile, Robinsons Offices took home the Best Office Development for GBF Centers 1 & 2, Best BPO Office Development for Cybergate Iloilo Towers 1 & 2, and Best Green Development (Highly Commended) for Cyber Omega.
“We thank PropertyGuru for recognizing our developments as tangible catalysts of economic and social growth,” said Jericho P. Go, SVP and General Manager of Robinsons Offices. “The jobs created when people work in offices have a 5x multiplier effect spanning the sectors of transportation, food, retail, hospitality and healthcare,” he further explained.
Go shared how the GBF Centers located at the premier Bridgetowne Destination Estate, are poised to attract top IT-BPM and multinational companies. “These companies are expected to help generate the much-needed jobs that will enable us to restart the economy. Our Cybergate Iloilo Towers 1 & 2 in Pavia bring employment opportunities from the robust IT-BPM industry out to the countryside—in our bid to decongest the crowded metropolis, stimulate reverse migration, and ultimately help keep families together.”
Robinsons Offices’ strategic expansion to key provincial locations such as Cybergate Iloilo Towers 1 & 2, prevents the separation of families by providing job opportunities closer to home. It also contributes to reducing congestion in urban areas, resulting in improved livability through reduced pollution and decreased pressure on transportation, electricity, water, and essential resources.
“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.”
He also mentioned how Cyber Omega rounds up Robinsons Office’s mission to “bestow a greener and brighter tomorrow for our generation and the generations to come.”
Robinsons Offices has secured LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certifications for multiple structures, such as Exxa, Zeta, Giga, and Tera towers in Bridgetowne Destination Estate. In addition, they are actively pursuing EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) certifications in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation. As the inaugural office REIT EDGE Champion, Robinsons Offices has achieved EDGE certification for five office buildings, including Cyberscape Beta, Cyberscape Gamma, Cyberscape Alpha, Robinsons Cybergate Galleria Cebu, and Cyber Omega.
“Robinsons Offices is set in its mission to develop premium, sustainable, and future-ready offices as part of our commitment towards nation-building through three core tenets: job generation, decentralization, and sustainability,” Go emphasized.
The awards are but a lovely bonus, as Robinsons Offices remains unmoved in its commitment to being a “champion for sustainability,” while strengthening families and keeping them together through decentralization of developments and expansion beyond Metro Manila.
ROBINSONS HOTELS & RESORTS: Championing World-Class Filipino Hospitality
Taking home the biggest awards for the hospitality sector is Robinsons Hotels and Resorts (RHR), the hospitality arm of Robinsons Land. It was awarded the Best Operational Hospitality Portfolio with its dynamic roster of brands strategically spread nationwide; and Best Hotel Development, Best Hotel Architectural Design, and Best Hotel Interior Design all for its flagship Fili Hotel Cebu, the Philippines’ first and only homegrown five-star hospitality brand.
Barun Jolly, SVP and General Manager of RHR, said the accolades are “a testament to our commitment to ensure that our Filipino brand of hospitality is experienced by various markets throughout essential value to luxury. With tourism coming back strongly and several new flights being planned to the Philippines, we believe we are ideally positioned to serve the discerning travelers. From Tuguegarao to General Santos City, wherever you travel you are likely to find a RHR hotel – with a portfolio of 30 hotels and over 5,000 room keys including owned and franchised. We are your partner as you explore the Philippines.”
RHR offers a wide range of formats, brands, and nationwide presence that includes international luxury hotels and resorts such as Crowne Plaza Galleria, Holiday Inn Manila Galleria, Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu, and The Westin Manila. Additionally, it provides deluxe accommodations, upscale homegrown hotels like Summit Hotels & Resorts and Grand Summit Hotels in Gensan, and essential value hotels such as Go Hotels and Go Hotels Plus.
“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,” he added.
RHR strengthens its position in the luxury property sector with the launch of Fili Hotel Cebu, the first and only 5-star hotel brand developed by RHR to reflect the unique hospitality ethos of the country. Landmarked within the NUSTAR Integrated Resort Cebu, surpassing other 5-star hotels in the country, Fili Hotel serves as a testament to RHR’s mission of bringing the Filipino signature culture of service to the world through a distinct luxury experience hallmarked by local artistry and craftsmanship across every guest touch point.
Thus, it has earned well-deserved design accolades for its well-appointed rooms, suites and amenities embellished with contemporary and traditional Filipino accents, giving its guests stunning views of the sea, mountains, and city skylines. The next Fili Hotel will find its home in Manila, within RLC’s premier destination estate, Bridgetowne in Pasig, as part of RHR’s expansion.
#BuildingBetter
Refusing to settle but always aiming higher with a deeper purpose, RLC assures its stakeholders that it remains committed to #BuildingBetter for a brighter, more sustainable future for all Filipinos.
“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,” says Frederick D. Go, President and CEO of Robinsons Land.
From its lifestyle and community malls to its cutting-edge office developments; from its well-designed condominiums to its thoughtfully-planned subdivisions; from its world-class hotels to its landmark destination estates and innovative industrial developments, Robinsons Land is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of its shareholders, customers, employees, partners, and the environment.
With 18 new prestigious accolades tucked firmly under its belt, along with a plethora of existing and upcoming projects, Robinsons Land is even more inspired and raring to take on new heights and continue leading the way in Philippine real estate development.
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