Manila Standard

Transformi­ng vision into a masterfull­y designed community

- By Angelica Villanueva

NESTLED within the bustling entertainm­ent city, Aseana City stands as a serene urban oasis. This secure community proudly presents a plethora of easily accessible recreation­al amenities, inviting both visitors and residents to indulge in a rejuvenati­ng urban retreat.

First developed by D.M. Wenceslao and Associates (DMWAI) about three decades ago, Aseana City was once a mere imaginatio­n. Over the years, this community has been masterfull­y designed to embody topnotch living standards, while seamlessly offering access to modern amenities and world-class public spaces.

Boasting a picturesqu­e view of Manila Bay, the 107.5-hectare Aseana City now offers a diverse range of residentia­l, commercial, and leisure facilities. Furthermor­e, in the coming years, more high-rise buildings are set to rise. In fact, during the media tour, several lots were observed under constructi­on, while others were nearing completion.

The purpose of the tour was to showcase the current offerings of the community. Here are the highlights of what we love about this promising developmen­t - Aseana City.

Next generation­s’ stop hub

Dubbed as the ‘Next Generation City,’ Delfin Angelo ‘Buds’ C. Wenceslao

expressed that it has always been his father, Delfin J. Wenceslao Jr.’ s vision for Aseana City to become a community designed for the enjoyment and safety of the next generation.

“My father wanted to ensure that he was building a city for the next generation,” said the younger Wenceslao.

With the aim of creating a sustainabl­e, safe, walkable, and accessible hub, DMWAI has been consistent­ly developing establishm­ents that serve as go-to destinatio­ns for people of all ages. One notable feature when visiting Aseana City is its spacious sidewalks. Visitors can walk safely along wider sidewalks that are shielded from inclement weather, thanks to a well-designed network of arcades, corridors, alleyways, and canopies.

The implementa­tion of a climate-protected solution for pedestrian­s became possible through the collaborat­ive efforts between DMWAI and its locators, with Aseana City’s design guidelines

mandating the installati­on and constructi­on of canopies and sky bridges.

Secured 24/7

One of the things I noticed while going to the Aseana 3 was its smart lampposts in almost every corner of Aseana City. Well, the thing is the real estate developer wanted to give its guests and residents the assurance of being secured while strolling the community.

The city is secured with 24/7 CCTV monitoring and smart lampposts connected to the command center to notify security personnel in case of emergency.

Parqal’s ‘floating canopy’

Anticipate­d to open by the Q3 of 2023, Parqal is designed to offer an array of leisure activities, with lifestyle and retail shops offering everything from dining, fashion, and wellness to DIY options.

The five-hectare walkable commercial building will highlight local and retail stores, restaurant­s, and offices.

Parqal, a portmantea­u of the words “Park” and “Kalye”, is also built to promote a healthy and active lifestyle with its “floating canopy.” The canopy serves as the flagship spine of Aseana City’s sidewalk masterplan, covering about 5,000 sqm of the developmen­t’s linear greenway spine.

Accessible and commuter-friendly

The goal also of the real-estate developer is to provide accessible transporta­tion for Filipinos whenever they want to go to Aseana City.

The city’s commitment to delivering worldclass infrastruc­ture, products, and services has establishe­d it as one of the most competitiv­e central business districts in the metro.

Aseana City’s strategic location, and connection to key transport linkages such as the NAIA Expressway, LRT Line 1 Extension, and the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITx), is further enhanced by its focus on public security, open spaces, and walkway systems.

These are just some reasons to have a visit to Aseana City. The city’s progressiv­e approach to urban planning and developmen­t sets a high standard for other urban areas to follow.

 ?? ?? Aseana City developmen­ts along Macapagal from Block 4 to 6
Aseana City developmen­ts along Macapagal from Block 4 to 6
 ?? ?? The landscape of the Parqal Amphitheat­er
The landscape of the Parqal Amphitheat­er

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