Saturday, July 23, 2022

SM Supermalls ushers in a New Era of Change M Supermalls ushers in a New Era of Change



The global pandemic has led to a great reset. No one came out of the COVID-19 outbreak in quite the same way. It has provided a unique opportunity to think about the kind of future we want. This isolating period of self-discovery, emotional growth, and life-altering realizations changed people. It has taught the world to expect the unexpected.  It shaped the way so many of us view ourselves and the world around us in the process.

Because of this, consumer tastes and behaviors have shifted. While people often spent on luxuries and experiences that allowed them to celebrate their accomplishments in a pre-pandemic world, studies show that consumers now want a different experience in post-COVID era, one that is kinder and more embracing of the changes that each individual had gone through in the past 2 years. People are now prioritizing their personal wellness and supporting products and services that champion growth.




As consumer tastes have shifted, brands have started to adapt to these changes. And true to its foundational commitment to make people happy, SM is ready with a host of new offerings as it is poised for a refresh this year. 

 “The history of SM Supermalls is one that has been built on innovation and change to serve the needs of millions of Filipinos,” says SM Supermalls President, Steven Tan. “We’ve been with our customers through their every milestone for almost four decades. And we are committed to always changing, always growing with our customers in the years and decades to come.” 


SM Supermalls: Welcoming Every Change in You 

 SM continues to stay true to its mission to provide Filipino families with a fun and engaging in-mall experience so they can go home with a smile on their faces. There will always be a plethora of experiences for each person who comes through SM’s doors. This is true for the various personalities that emerged during the pandemic; from eco-warriors and Plantitas to health buffs and sports personalities who embraced biking, healthy eating, and home gyms, and bakers and homemakers who turned their passion projects into small businesses.

“I believe that now more than ever, it is important to recognize the new changes to our world,” adds SM Supermalls President Steven Tan. “And people are continuing to grow as they invest in experiences that uplift their lives.”



Ushering the Future with the Transformation of SM Supermalls

In the next few months, Filipinos across Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao will get to experience the wellness-oriented and sustainability-driven transformation of SM Supermalls with a host of new and exciting activities. These include paw parks for pet moms and dads, al fresco dining areas for hangout groups, plant hubs for eco-enthusiasts, bike facilities for the growing cycling community, co-working spaces, experiential retail, blockbuster and larger-than-life cinema escapades and so much more.


As SM’s brand refresh campaign ushers in a newness to the Philippine mall experience, curious visitors, foodies, friends and families will have much to rediscover. So come on in, you’re always welcome here!

Do follow SM Supermalls on www.facebook.com/smsupermalls to experience what’s new in any SM Supermall near you today!


Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Mall of Asia (MOA) Complex: An Exceptional Milestone in Disaster Resilience


The SM Mall of Asia (MOA) is a popular destination for unforgettable gastronomic and recreational experiences. This 67-hectare Mall of Asia Complex was deemed to be the Philippines' largest shopping mall located at Bay City, Pasay, Philippines, within the SM Central Business Park when it opened in 2006.

Did you know that the reclaimed area within Manila Bay on which MOA stands is engineered to withstand disasters caused by natural hazards? The foundation of the Mall of Asia Complex was built to be safe and secure because SM Prime Holdings, Inc. incorporates disaster resiliency measures in every project, with the MOA Complex as one of its biggest investments.

As one of Southeast Asia’s largest integrated property developers, SM Prime collaborated with a team of local and international experts to ensure the feasibility of both water and land before the MOA complex was built. and once finalized, Belgium’s renowned coastal development construction company, Jan de Nul, developed it from the ground up.

Jan de Nul made sure the terrain was stable and the complex’s roads were made resistant to earthquakes and erosion, in accordance with the National Structural Code of the Philippines and approved by both the Philippine Reclamation Authority and the National Government.