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Wednesday, May 4, 2022

SM PRIME leads with Green Buildings for Sustainable Cityscapes


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Cities continue to shape the way we live our lives – from shifting to greener lifestyles choices to reducing overall carbon emissions to help save the planet. The successful shift to greener cityscapes begin with the construction of green buildings, providing smart innovations that work with the environment and promote the well-being of the people who use these spaces on a daily basis.

According to a study made by the US Green Building Council, green buildings can reduce carbon emissions by around 40% on average, water consumption by around 30% and waste generation by around 70%. Beyond the environmental benefits, green buildings also help meet social needs by enhancing spaces, protecting human health, empowering differently-abled members of the community to take active participation and ensuring access to basic services at reasonable rates. Economic benefits can be felt as well with green buildings commanding higher rent potentials, encouraging ‘greenovation’ and promoting cultural and recreational activities without harming the environment.

Committed to making every day living better, SM Prime has taken the lead in incorporating sustainability and resiliency in its designs, making each component work together as a fully-integrated city of the future.

“Constructing greener buildings provides holistic solutions not only reducing emissions but also promoting social well-being.” shares Hans T. Sy, SM Prime Holdings Chairman of the Executive Committee. “We see this in our developments which drives us to build greener and even retrofit our existing malls to meet green standards.”

Among SM’s developments, a number boast of receiving LEED Gold certification while others are in the process of certification such as the SM Baguio expansion, SM North EDSA BPO offices, SM Megamall Mega Tower and SM Retail Corporation, to name a few.



SM Aura

The iconic SM Aura at the Bonifacio Global City is a mixed-use development that incorporates retail, trade halls and a Grade A office tower. The LEED Gold Certified mall promotes resource efficiency, green mobility and green landscapes.





SM Aura Bicycle Racks

· Green Mobility. Cycling is encouraged with accessible bicycle storage, cyclists’ shower rooms and convenient access to safe lanes to public transit.



SM Aura Premier Park

· Green Landscapes. The SM Aura Premier Park covers over 55% of the building, uses recycled water and provides enough room for plants to grow while protecting the building and people from heat.



SM Aura LEED GOLD Certification

· Resource Efficiency. SM Aura uses 16% less than conventional buildings through a high- performance building envelope that reduces solar heat while allowing sufficient sunlight. Through low flow water sensor and metering faucets, it also reduces 1/3rd of its potable water use. Only low emitting materials were used as paint, adhesive sealants and floor materials.



Conrad Manila

Known as a lifestyle center, Conrad Manila is LEED Gold Certified. The hotel is designed with a dramatically-formed angular structure that houses a stylish 347-room hotel, spa and function space while S Maison is home to a swathe of smaller, more bespoke outlets for brands.



Bicycle racks at the Conrad Manila

· Luxury Means Green Mobility. Boasting of high-end luxury experience, Conrad Manila remains environmentally friend by providing preferred parking slots for low emitting fuel efficient vehicles, car-sharing vehicles and special parking spaces and facilities for cyclists.

· Eco-Friendly Materials. Locally manufactured and recycled materials and products were used whenever possible with more than 80% of the project’s construction waste recycled. Filtration systems maintain a minimum efficiency rating of 90% to eliminate airborne particulates.




Conrad Manila LEED Gold Certification

· Resource Efficiency. Conrad Manila is designed to reduce energy around 12% less than American energy standards. Its water heating system recovers heat from the chiller condensers to produce hot water while its ventilation system recovers the coolness from the exhaust air, returning that into the building. The hotel is outfitted with occupancy sensors, tinted with low emissivity insulated glass to keep heat and noise out,

Going beyond the LEED Certification, SM Engineering and Design Development, the mall's design and construction arm has implemented these sustainable design strategies on the following projects:




SM Baguio Sky Garden

SM Baguio brings outdoor and indoor as one space optimizing natural lighting and ventilation with the Sky Garden. It has a green roof system as well as a provision for an underground water reservoir for storage and reuse of rainwater with a capacity of 4,389 cubic meters.



SM Seaside Cebu

SM Seaside Cebu mall goers can enjoy an extensive green area, center courtyard and roof garden. Constructed with low glass and utilizes EchoStop for noise management, the building is designed to maximize natural light and ventilation.




SM Lanang Sky Garden

SM Lanang Premier showcases lush greens, a roof garden and green pavers that encourage filtration and allow stormwater back to the underground soil. It is equipped with a rain water catchment system and a water reservoir with a 546-cubic meter capacity based on 425mm per hour rainfall intensity. It also has a materials recovery facility which receives, segregates and prepares recyclable materials for marketing to end-user manufacturers.



SM Masinag Holding Tank

SM City Masinag helps communities avoid flood waters through its 15,033 cubic meter water catchment facility. It is designed with green screens to promote vertical plant growth and is constructed with Clerestory windows as a source of natural light.



SM North EDSA Solar Panels

SM North Edsa is one of the pioneers of the use of solar panels. It is also the first to have the Sky Garden and elevated parks.




The Mall of Asia

SM Mall of Asia is uniquely designed with a seawall to avert any damage from potential storm surges or seal level rise. Built on reclaimed land, it used an excavation method providing a greater degree of protection against liquefaction and seismic events. It is also elevated above the required building levels and is equipped with wave return and drainage channel to prevent flooding due to storm surges and high waves.


SM Marikina sits on 246 stilts and is built 20 meters beyond the compliance for safety zone. At 20.5 meters above natural ground level, it serves as a first responder and a place of refuge for the residents of Marikina during times of calamities.



SM Marikina on stilts

Today, real estate investors, both for business and personal use, have grown to prefer spaces that support sustainability agendas of the growing population. Pursuing green building standards support the public’s aspiration for more sustainable communities that are designed for environmental and social well-being. SM Prime believes that it is important for developers to work with communities on addressing climate change and achieving shared aspirations – a greener, more sustainable cityscape for all to enjoy.

“Creating a more sustainable way of life requires a sustainable backdrop that supports the shift. At SM Prime, our passion is to create one that is sustainable and resilient for the life we want for today and the future,” Mr. Sy said.

Monday, May 2, 2022

Pamper Mom at Sheraton Manila Bay on Mother’s Day





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It is mom’s turn to be pampered this Mother’s Day.

What better way to treat her for the weekend than a relaxing staycation and memorable dining experience at Sheraton Manila Bay. Avail of our Mother’s Day Room Package and treat mom to an amazing staycation she truly deserves, starting at Php 8,250++ for Deluxe Room inclusive of accommodation for two adults and two kids aged 6 years old and below, buffet breakfast for 2 at Pacific Lounge, and Mother's Day Brunch on May 8 for one (1) adult. Room promo is valid only on May 5 to 10, 2022.






On May 8, invite the whole family and surprise mom to a Sunday Brunch Buffet at the Pacific Lounge where our culinary team prepare a delectable array of local and international cuisine for only Php 1,300++ per adult and Php 650++ per child. Mothers enjoy a complimentary buffet when dining with 3 adults.

Pacific Lounge is located at the 21st floor, Sheraton Manila Bay, M. Adriatico cor. Gen Malvar Sts. Malate, Manila. For reservation please call +632 5318 0788 or email reservations.manilabay@sheraton.com. Like us on Facebook and Instagram @sheratonmanilabay and Twitter at @sheratonmnlbay. For more information, please visit our website at www.sheratonmanilabay.com.


Gift mom with Philips Domestic Appliances this Mother’s Day for a comfortable, healthier home


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·        Everyone benefits from these high-performance home and kitchen innovations made for easy living.   

 

The reasons why mothers deserve to be celebrated all year round are endless. In whatever shape or form, motherhood is far from an easy task. For all the hats moms wear – providers, homemakers, advisers, pillars of strength, and more – one day is never enough for anyone to show love and support for the mothers and mother figures in our lives.

With Mother’s Day fast approaching, a gift is one way to show just how much we appreciate them being there for us. Even as the world continues to open up, things designed to help create and conveniently maintain healthy habits are always welcome at home. From kitchen tools that make meals healthier, to home appliances that help make living spaces safer, Philips Domestic Appliances continues to empower Filipinos to follow feel-good routines – helping more people live better and take care of what matters to them the most.

While these gift ideas were thought up with moms in mind, anyone can use them to eat and live well in clean and protected homes. This Mother’s Day give mom the break she deserves and treat her to a good time with the help of Philips Domestic Appliances.


Cook up your mom’s favorite meal with the Philips AirFryer XL

If your mom loves spending time in the kitchen, treat her to some of her comfort food made healthier with the Philips Essential Airfryer XL. From frying, roasting, baking, and more, its size allows anyone to make meals for up to five people. Thanks to Rapid Air Technology with a unique “starfish” design, the Philips Essential Airfryer XL creates food that’s crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside – ensuring great tasting fries made with up to 90% less fat[1].



Surprise mom with tidy floors using the Philips Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner 4000 Series

For families with small children or pets, keeping a floor clean can be quite the tedious task for anyone to take on. Simplify the work with the help of the Philips Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner 4000 Series. Powered by a digital motor engineered for performance, its slim, lightweight design easily reaches under low furniture for effortless cleaning, and its 3-stage filtration system captures up to 99% of microparticles[2].




Freshen up your mom’s #OOTD with the Philips Handheld Steamer 3000 Series

Especially on Mother’s Day, every mom wants to look their best. Whether you’re planning on going out to celebrate, or looking to keep the festivities at home, the Philips Handheld Steamer 3000 Series is an ideal companion for quick and easy outfit touch-ups at home or on the go. Capable of delivering up to 20g/min of continuous steam that eliminates 99.9% of bacteria on clothes[3], The Philips Handheld Steamer 3000 Series allows people to steam up to a full outfit thanks to a detachable 100ml water tank – saving you the time needed to freshen up clothes by taking away the need for an ironing board.



Help mom keep your home air clean with the Philips Air Purifier 800 Series

Everybody deserves clean air at home. To improve air quality in your living spaces, the Philips Air Purifier 800 Series filters invisible allergens, pollutants and viruses from the air with just a push of a button. Equipped with a two-layer filtration system with NanoProtect HEPA and a pre-filter that captures 99.5% of ultra-fine particles, its powerful air circulation effectively covers rooms up to 49[4].


Treat mom to a refreshing drink with the Philips Daily Collection Blender

With the summer months in full swing, a smoothie goes a long way in keeping the heat at bay. With Speed and Pulse modes for powerful blending and ice crushing, an intuitive knob for easy operation, as well as ProBlend 4 stainless steel blades, the Philips Daily Collection Blender is easy to use and offers reliable, long-lasting performance for smoothies, sauces, and more[5].

These gifts from Philips Domestic Appliances are now available on Lazada. Follow us on our Facebook (Philips Home Living) and Instagram (@PhilipshomelivingPh) pages for updates.

 

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About Philips Domestic Appliances 

Philips Domestic Appliances has a simple yet powerful purpose: helping people turn their houses into homes. The company offers innovative digital products across our kitchen appliance, coffee, garment and home care ranges. The successful product ranges include the renowned Airfryer, Fully Automatic Espresso Machine with LatteGo, the Perfect Care Elite steam generator, Air Purifier and SpeedPro Max vacuum cleaner. Philips Domestic Appliances is headquartered in Amsterdam and has innovation, manufacturing and commercial centers across the globe, with a footprint in over 100 countries. Philips Domestic Appliances employs approximately 7,000 talented and diverse employees who bring innovation to consumers and help them turn their houses into homes every day. Philips Domestic Appliances is a former business division of Royal Philips.

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