Ortigas On the Rise
An Unprecedented Success
An Article Published in the
Philippine Star Realty Section
Ortigas center was once a farmland entirely
void of any kind of development. It was merely a sea of cogon grass, except
for the lone road that passed through it – Highway 54, now known as EDSA.
Little did anyone know that in the next 25 years, it would be the migration
site of local companies, regional institutions and multinationals making it
the country's next leading business district.
Location
Ortigas Center is among the leading commercial and business district in
Metro Manila, located at the boundary of Pasig City , Mandaluyong and Quezon
City . With the improvements made in the Metro's major highways, like EDSA
and C-5 and the development of quality mass transport systems like the MRT,
it has become a prime location for both commerce and residential living.
ORTIGAS' Transformation
With the entrance of Asian Development Bank's headquarters and the transfer
of Philippine Stock Exchange and San Miguel Corporation, Ortigas Center has
been transformed to a major business hub. Moreover, the presence of the
Medical City , University of Asia and the Pacific (formerly Center for
Research and Communications) and Poveda adds attraction to potential
residential consumers. During much of the past decade, there has been a
consistent pouring of investments into Ortigas. And, at the start of the 21
st century, we are witness to more than 50+ modern high-rise buildings that
currently dot the whole Ortigas Center skyline, totally transforming it from
tranquil to majestic.
Mall
Capital of the Country
The development of major malls, modern commercial and other posh shopping
establishments in and around Ortigas Center has made the area the mall
capital of the country – Robinsons Galleria Mall, The Podium, SM Megamall,
Shangri-la Mall, MetroWalk, St. Francis Square , MC Home Depot,Tiendesitas
and Amber Plaza .
Leading Proponent of Mixed-Use Development
During the mid-eighties, Robinsons Land Corporation (RLC) saw promise in
building a mall in the corner of EDSA and Ortigas Avenue . Soon this huge
six-hectare property became the leading proponent of mixed-use development
in the country (a combination of mall, offices, hotels and residential
condominium).
Robinsons Galleria Mall complex today is a self contained community. It has
the Holiday Inn Galleria Manila Hotel, the Galleria Corporate Center , the
Galleria Regency, Robinsons Equitable Tower (the headquarters of JG Summit
Holdings Group). It allows one to experience the Robinsons Galleria
lifestyle living at the center of it all, just a walk or even a glance away
from trendy restaurants, supermarkets, department stores, clinics, designer
shops, spas, beauty shops, salons, gyms, and much more…
East
of Galleria : A Leisure Stroll
East of Galleria , a contemporary-inspired 45-storey residential tower
located along Topaz Street , Ortigas Center , a block away from the very
successful Robinsons Galleria Mall, is the latest offering from Robinsons
Land Corporation. RLC High-Rise Buildings Division General Manager Mr.
Danilo E. Ignacio said, “The company's commitment is embodied in East of
Galleria – a quality real estate project that provides lifestyle living and
offers real value, affordability, investment returns and convenience.”
Providing an affordable and better-designed residential condominium
building, East of Galleria features a unique combination of Bi-Level and
Loft Type units, in an ideal location for buyers. Residents can enjoy the
panoramic views of the Makati Skyline, emerald greens of the Wack Wack Golf
and Country Club, plus the sweeping views of the Antipolo range and Laguna
de Bay. East of Galleria units are available in 1-BR units for as low as
P2.2M, 2-BR units for as low as P3.3M, and 3-BR units for as low as P5.5M.