Highway to hell<\/h4>\n![\"highway](\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-photo-121705.jpeg\")
<\/a>Photo courtesy of pranav digwal<\/a> via Pixabay<\/p><\/div>\nTraffic has never been this bad. It is everyone\u2019s horror story. Monstrous traffic jams have been the reason behind long commutes and lost family time. Traffic congestion in the metro has also made it more difficult to achieve work-life balance. To address this, condo buildings continue to mushroom in busy business districts such as Makati, Ortigas, Eastwood, and BGC.<\/p>\n
Traffic has changed the modern lifestyle. People wake up way earlier and go to bed late because of traffic. They rush their breakfasts, if they have breakfast at all, and miss dinners with their families. It is because of this that condos for rent near financial centers are greatly in demand. Why slog through hours and hours crammed like sardines in a bus when you can rent a unit in Flair Towers<\/a> and trim your travel time to and from Ortigas to just a few minutes? You could spend the time stuck in traffic being with your family or significant other–or even resting! City-dwellers are finding more and more value in these things, and so condos have risen close to where the jobs are.<\/p>\nRoad to fitness<\/h4>\n
From breakfast in bed to breakfast inside the car. Instead of slow, easy breakfast at home, professionals now commute or drive to work with a burger in one hand. This unhealthy lifestyle has also changed the way fitness centers operate. Now these establishments extend operating hours, introducing promos, and offering discounts to lure young professionals.<\/p>\n
Condos are aware of this trend. They have included indoor amenities such as fitness gyms, allowing tenants and residents to focus on having a healthy and fit body. Apart from this, developers are also investing on more expansive open spaces to accommodate jogging paths and walkways.<\/p>\n
Need to connect<\/h4>\n![\"need](\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/picnic-1208229_1920.jpg\")
<\/a>Photo courtesy of Unsplash<\/a> via Pixabay<\/p><\/div>\nIt is ironic that at a time when communication devices are getting upgrades in a blink of an eye, families are falling apart. At a time when social media is changing the way we communicate, the more some people are losing connections.<\/p>\n
Physical connections, those that don\u2019t require a Wi-Fi password, don\u2019t happen as frequent as before. A study<\/a> by the Pew Research Center found that 54% of respondents text their friends at least once a day, while only 33% said they talk face-to-face with friends on a regular basis.<\/p>\nCondo developers understand this disconnect. Playgrounds, picnic grounds, and recreational areas are among the amenities most condos offer to encourage families and friends to get together.<\/p>\n
Staycation in style<\/h4>\n![\"staycation](\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/29facility-14609706871.jpg\")
<\/a>Photo courtesy of DMCI Homes<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nIt\u2019s the weekend, and families and friends brave the traffic just to bond over dinner and a movie. But with condo living, there is no need to spend thousands and flock to malls or resorts. With more and more developments bringing resort-living to the city, staycations are made more fun. Now, families do not have to leave the comfort of their homes just to bond over the weekend.<\/p>\n
Flair Towers, a DMCI community in Mandaluyong, has dedicated 70% of its land area to amenities, offering a seamless blend of resort and country-club living amid cosmopolitan conveniences. It has a pool zone where families can take a dip, relax in one of the cabanas or grill barbecues.<\/p>\n
Sense of community<\/h4>\n![\"diverse](\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/diverse-people-making-faces-at-camera.webp\")
Photo courtesy of Matheus Bertelli<\/a> via Pexels<\/span><\/p><\/div>\nCynics argue that the sense of community is lost in a condominium set-up. To them, only the traditional neighborhood set-up could work.<\/p>\n
But as people crave belongingness, condos have also took it upon themselves to strengthen the bond of the community. It encourages and sponsors community events. Some are also offering bigger venues for rent<\/a> to expand the network and give homeowners and renters options on where to hold their next event.<\/p>\nCommuning with nature<\/h4>\n![\"communing](\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/10-RFR-Amenities-22.jpg\")
<\/a>Photo courtesy of DMCI Homes<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nThere\u2019s a reason why people don\u2019t mind paying more for a scenic view. Everyday, urban dwellers see nothing but cars, buildings, and computer screens. They have to go on vacation for some dose of green. And with this need to enjoy nature, condos ensure that their lawns, gardens, and landscapes are well-designed and expansive.<\/p>\n
The Riverfront Residences<\/a>, for example, is bordered by the 3,000 sqm. Sunset View Park overlooking the scenic Marikina River. This will make it easier for condo dwellers to be one with nature. Waking up with a view of the river is a respite from the hustle and bustle of city life.<\/p>\nConvenience right outside your doorstep<\/h4>\n
Shopping online is the way to go for urban dwellers. Even groceries can now be delivered to your doorstep. But condo living does not want to take away the whole shopping experience, so much so that if you don\u2019t have time to go to the supermarket, the supermarket will come to you. Apart from being near supermarkets and grocery stores, some condos have also dedicated a business center for the convenience of residents. There are usually convenience stores, laundry stations, spas, and coffee shops in the community.<\/p>\n
Compact and chic<\/h4>\n
Less is more, they say. The renewed appreciation for minimalist designs is primarily due to practicality. Condos do not have the luxury of space, thus a need to live simply. Compact living is what condos are all about; every corner is maximized. Condo living<\/a> also encourages people to be wise in terms of furniture and make the right investment. It also inspires people to say \u201cno\u201d to clutter and impulse buying.<\/p>\nAge of eco-living<\/h4>\n
<\/a>Photo courtesy of pranav digwal<\/a> via Pixabay<\/p><\/div>\n Traffic has never been this bad. It is everyone\u2019s horror story. Monstrous traffic jams have been the reason behind long commutes and lost family time. Traffic congestion in the metro has also made it more difficult to achieve work-life balance. To address this, condo buildings continue to mushroom in busy business districts such as Makati, Ortigas, Eastwood, and BGC.<\/p>\n Traffic has changed the modern lifestyle. People wake up way earlier and go to bed late because of traffic. They rush their breakfasts, if they have breakfast at all, and miss dinners with their families. It is because of this that condos for rent near financial centers are greatly in demand. Why slog through hours and hours crammed like sardines in a bus when you can rent a unit in Flair Towers<\/a> and trim your travel time to and from Ortigas to just a few minutes? You could spend the time stuck in traffic being with your family or significant other–or even resting! City-dwellers are finding more and more value in these things, and so condos have risen close to where the jobs are.<\/p>\n From breakfast in bed to breakfast inside the car. Instead of slow, easy breakfast at home, professionals now commute or drive to work with a burger in one hand. This unhealthy lifestyle has also changed the way fitness centers operate. Now these establishments extend operating hours, introducing promos, and offering discounts to lure young professionals.<\/p>\n Condos are aware of this trend. They have included indoor amenities such as fitness gyms, allowing tenants and residents to focus on having a healthy and fit body. Apart from this, developers are also investing on more expansive open spaces to accommodate jogging paths and walkways.<\/p>\n Photo courtesy of Unsplash<\/a> via Pixabay<\/p><\/div>\n It is ironic that at a time when communication devices are getting upgrades in a blink of an eye, families are falling apart. At a time when social media is changing the way we communicate, the more some people are losing connections.<\/p>\n Physical connections, those that don\u2019t require a Wi-Fi password, don\u2019t happen as frequent as before. A study<\/a> by the Pew Research Center found that 54% of respondents text their friends at least once a day, while only 33% said they talk face-to-face with friends on a regular basis.<\/p>\n Condo developers understand this disconnect. Playgrounds, picnic grounds, and recreational areas are among the amenities most condos offer to encourage families and friends to get together.<\/p>\n Photo courtesy of DMCI Homes<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n It\u2019s the weekend, and families and friends brave the traffic just to bond over dinner and a movie. But with condo living, there is no need to spend thousands and flock to malls or resorts. With more and more developments bringing resort-living to the city, staycations are made more fun. Now, families do not have to leave the comfort of their homes just to bond over the weekend.<\/p>\n Flair Towers, a DMCI community in Mandaluyong, has dedicated 70% of its land area to amenities, offering a seamless blend of resort and country-club living amid cosmopolitan conveniences. It has a pool zone where families can take a dip, relax in one of the cabanas or grill barbecues.<\/p>\n Photo courtesy of Matheus Bertelli<\/a> via Pexels<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n Cynics argue that the sense of community is lost in a condominium set-up. To them, only the traditional neighborhood set-up could work.<\/p>\n But as people crave belongingness, condos have also took it upon themselves to strengthen the bond of the community. It encourages and sponsors community events. Some are also offering bigger venues for rent<\/a> to expand the network and give homeowners and renters options on where to hold their next event.<\/p>\n Photo courtesy of DMCI Homes<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n There\u2019s a reason why people don\u2019t mind paying more for a scenic view. Everyday, urban dwellers see nothing but cars, buildings, and computer screens. They have to go on vacation for some dose of green. And with this need to enjoy nature, condos ensure that their lawns, gardens, and landscapes are well-designed and expansive.<\/p>\n The Riverfront Residences<\/a>, for example, is bordered by the 3,000 sqm. Sunset View Park overlooking the scenic Marikina River. This will make it easier for condo dwellers to be one with nature. Waking up with a view of the river is a respite from the hustle and bustle of city life.<\/p>\n Shopping online is the way to go for urban dwellers. Even groceries can now be delivered to your doorstep. But condo living does not want to take away the whole shopping experience, so much so that if you don\u2019t have time to go to the supermarket, the supermarket will come to you. Apart from being near supermarkets and grocery stores, some condos have also dedicated a business center for the convenience of residents. There are usually convenience stores, laundry stations, spas, and coffee shops in the community.<\/p>\n Less is more, they say. The renewed appreciation for minimalist designs is primarily due to practicality. Condos do not have the luxury of space, thus a need to live simply. Compact living is what condos are all about; every corner is maximized. Condo living<\/a> also encourages people to be wise in terms of furniture and make the right investment. It also inspires people to say \u201cno\u201d to clutter and impulse buying.<\/p>\nRoad to fitness<\/h4>\n
Need to connect<\/h4>\n
<\/a>Staycation in style<\/h4>\n
<\/a>Sense of community<\/h4>\n
Communing with nature<\/h4>\n
<\/a>Convenience right outside your doorstep<\/h4>\n
Compact and chic<\/h4>\n
Age of eco-living<\/h4>\n
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