Cityplace

One secret of successful Chinese-Filipino businessmen is this: they never rest. They are the first ones to open their stores and the last ones to pack up their wares. As long as there are still customers, they will stretch the hours… sometimes at the expense of family time.

Back in the old days, Chinese businesspeople lived right above their store. That way, it will be easier to go back to the house or go to their shops, not to mention savings from transportation costs.

Today, however, this is not a common practice with residential areas far from the centers of commerce and marketplace.
Now, people have to travel and brave the traffic everyday just to get to their shops. But this won’t be the case at Cityplace.

Cityplace is Megaworld’s newest residential condominium project in Binondo. Located at the center of Chinatown, Cityplace is a modern version of the Chinese shophouse, where businessmen can set up new stores, restaurants and offices downstairs and live upstairs. This is the perfect set-up for those who are looking to start their business in the area as well as those who already have an existing business in Binondo.

“This gives businessmen the best of both worlds. They get to be closer to their family and also closer to their business. No more commuting or worrying that you will be late. This is ideal for people who are just starting their business because they can be really hands on. It is also good for those who already have established businesses because they can use their Binondo office as the main branch since it is closer to their homes,” said Megaworld Newport Property Holdings FVP for marketing and project head John Natividad.

Time is very important especially now when things are fast-paced. Living close to where you work or even right where you are living gives you advantage. It also saves you a lot in transportation bills and stress. Everything you need is a walk away.

You won’t even have to go far to find leisure activities. The first three floors of the Cityplace are dedicated to the mall, where you will find everything that you need, from clothing stores to specialty shops. Right outside is a small park lined up with coffee shops and restaurants.

Those who are looking to invest in property will also find the Cityplace one hot commodity. Prices are steadily increasing which ensures a profit if they do decide to sell it later on. This is partly because of its strategic location. Right at Binondo’s busiest sections, a stone’s throw away from Binondo Church and the famous bargain house 168 Mall, Cityplace is the perfect location for a business or residential place. It is even more perfect for people who have relatives in Ongpin and Binondo and want to live within the Chinese community.

“The Cityplace brings you closer to the things that really matter in your life, your family, your business, your lifestyle. It’s the complete package. There is really nothing that you ever need to ask for,” Natividad added.

Units can even serve as hotel rooms or transient houses for province-based businessmen who travel to Binondo regularly to check on their business interests and attend meetings. Much like a hotel, the condominium has a posh lobby and reception area as well as full recreational facilities including swimming pools, gym and spa. All units are also Internet-ready, which makes it easy for those in internet-based businesses to work from home.

The prices are reasonable compared to other condominiums that offer the same kind of benefits. Monthly amortizations are very minimal. Units will be ready for occupancy by 2011, as the project is now structurally complete.

Cityplace is located at Reina Regente St., Binondo. The showroom is at Burke Plaza, San Fernando cor. Sto. Cristo St., Binondo. More information is at www.cityplace.com.ph.