A neighborhood must be adaptive and flexible to the community’s needs. It must be designed in a way that it has the capacity to reimagine a variety of use cases for its spaces. This will help residents thrive in any environment, regardless of unprecedented seasons.

Portico, as an example, has characteristics that make its design and operational investments capable of adapting to any possible future disruptions the best way it can.

1. Connectivity
Being connected to essential institutions has been a major advantage of Portico’s location. Being in close proximity to Ayala Malls 30th, as well as a plethora of other major malls does not only provide leisure options but provide shopping essentials for residents’ daily needs. Mall options provide the urban center convenience of a one-stop-shop location for groceries, pharmacies and dining options easily within reach. Portico is also in close proximity to Medical City, a healthcare landmark within the Ortigas Area. It also caters to the educational needs of young families, with the presence of established school brands such as Poveda, UA&P, and St. Paul. In addition, Portico’s strategic location provides the convenience of being close to the Ortigas CBD, which brings workspaces closer to home. Having these essential locations within reach offers the residents a safe and convenient haven.

2. Flexible Mixed-Use Spaces
Portico has allocated approximately 70% to open spaces, allowing residents to savor the outdoors and enjoy different recreational activities. It extends the sense of space and ownership, giving them more room to flourish. The outdoor spaces have been designed to encourage a pedestrian-centered community, with jogging paths, bikeable lanes, outdoor pools and gazebos promoting shared spaces for wellness. Having the presence of open spaces gives the community an unlimited number of potential use cases that will make the environmental design work for their benefit.

3. Agile Property Management
Identifying strong community partners is essential for the community, as it works to improve the adaptive capacity of neighborhoods. Ayala Property Management Corp (APMC) integrates a well-rounded property management service that includes building administration and maintenance, lease administration activities, commercial center and subdivision maintenance, and special technical services. Having experts around will provide the neighborhood with quick responses in adjusting operations, depending on the needs of the season. By keeping the strictest home and building guidelines, APMC asserts a firm commitment to a healthy community that will flourish for generations.

With all these factors in place. Portico is a rare urban haven with a strong foundation for being community-centric, flexible and strategically-located for the ideal living experience in Ortigas.