SM Prime Holdings Inc., a prominent integrated real estate developer in Southeast Asia, boasts the largest number of shopping malls in the Philippines, as well as an extensive collection of residences, offices, leisure resorts, hotels, and convention centers.
Building on the achievements of its pioneering and resilient mall projects, SM Prime is expanding its range of environmentally-friendly and socially-conscious office offerings. Known as SM Offices, the company is creating workspaces in important strategic locations for its tenant-partners, prioritizing employee well-being and improving customer satisfaction.
SM Offices has been revolutionizing the design and construction of office spaces for decades. As a leader in innovative and sustainable office buildings and business districts in the Philippines, the company’s E-com Centers were constructed within the dynamic and lively SM Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City to accommodate Fortune 500 and business processing companies.
In 2019, SM Offices’ Three E-com Center became the first LEED Gold-certified office building in the Mall of Asia Complex, solidifying the company’s commitment to green offices and commercial developments. This year, SM Prime will launch its latest pre-certified LEED Gold office building in Pasay City, Four E-com Center.
LEED certification is earned by adhering to strict criteria that enable businesses to operate while minimizing their environmental impact. SM Offices’ holistic approach to sustainability starts with construction, using low VOC adhesives and paint, and recyclable concrete, among other materials.
Equipment and facilities in SM Offices buildings include N+1 redundancy generators to ensure business continuity during power outages, parking spaces reserved for low-emission vehicles, and shower rooms and bike racks to encourage employees to adopt a lower carbon footprint lifestyle.
SM Offices buildings minimize energy consumption by incorporating double-glazed windows to reduce heat conduction, thoughtful office space designs to allow natural light to permeate, and water recycling facilities for restrooms, irrigation, and grounds maintenance.
Additionally, energy-efficient LED lighting and water-saving fixtures and aerators contribute to the company’s efficient resource management practices.
SM Prime’s commitment to its stakeholders includes helping to build a sustainable future for generations to come. SM Offices’ E-com buildings promote healthier living by providing unique outdoor environments through expansive green podium courtyards. These “sky gardens” serve as places to refresh and collaborate, contributing to healthier working spaces for occupants and the environment.
By conforming to strict standards, such as superior LEED certification, SM Prime demonstrates its commitment to introducing efficient, cost-effective, and enhanced office buildings that meet the increasingly discerning demands of ESG-sensitive office market.
