“Live, Work, Play, and Learn”: Turning Concept Into a Community

Most people have asked themselves, “How can I live a fulfilling life?”. Well, it is a given that you can always dream of a life where solitude is valued and financial comfortability is a cinch. But one can only do so much, hence, why not make that dream happen now? And why not do it at Iloilo Business Park.

Iloilo Business Park was declared as Iloilo City’s official Center of Culture and Arts, embodying the concept of  “Live, Work, and Play”, encapsulating its goal to uplift lives, impact society and help shape the nation. Iloilo Business Park has become a sanctuary where tourism, cultural initiatives and heritage, arts, career, and entertainment thrives as one. The soaring township continuously progressed as a cultural destination in the city and upgraded its tagline to “Live, Work, Play, and Learn” where talents are fostered, knowledge is shared, and opportunities are made.

LIVE

From unparalleled luxurious hotels—such as Courtyard by Marriott, Richmonde Hotel Iloilo, and its up and coming projects, Belmont Hotel Iloilo, The Pinnacle, and Firenze Residences—to Festive Walk Mall, a lifestyle mall recognized as “Mall of the Year” at the Retail Asia Awards in Singapore, to commercial buildings and healthcare facilities to lively events and festivals, Iloilo Business Park provides a place for individuals who seek a dynamic and lively environment amidst a hectic and demanding civilization.

WORK

To meet the standards of a publicly listed real estate trust, BPOs in Iloilo Business Park are MREIT-accredited. The accreditation, other than providing great infrastructures, also secures safety, accessibility, and credibility to talents, investors, and clients. Megaworld Corporations has also recently been accredited as a Great Place to Work, essentially making it one of the best workplaces in the Philippines. The certification is a testament to Megaworld’s excellence in stewarding business and workplace. 

In addition, the upcoming International Corporate Plaza located beside The Pinnacle and across Enterprise Two, will be providing more co-working spaces for businesses such as firms, agencies, and offices.

PLAY

Iloilo Business Park is also an open avenue for a wide range of recreational activities. Events and marathons are also held within the township, most recently the Iloilo City Marathon 2025. As Megaworld opened the access road, the Sunset Boulevard North, more marathons were held and people went in and out of the township. With the opening of Iloilo Business Park’s connecting road to Sunset Boulevard, more people of Iloilo utilize the road of the township for convenient use.

LEARN

Aside from the first ever museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art in the Visayas region, the The Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art (ILOMOCA), cultural initiatives like exhibits and fashion shows are often held inside the Festive Walk Mall or in front of the Casa de Emperador. 

Recently, a 1,650 sqm science museum with over 40 interactive machines and avant-garde exhibits, The Science XPDition Iloilo, opened in Festive Walk Mall on the 3rd floor where visitors and little Einsteins may explore physics, biology, astronomy and more.

With the deadlines, schedules, meetings, and constant responsibilities—-present-day life has become so constraining and pressuring that it denies us one of the most significant quality of life: living. Living is not just simply breathing but also having fun and having the time of your life. 

Naturally, the next question goes, “Where?” and the answer is very simple.

Come to where concepts are made reality and turned to a community.

Come to Iloilo Business Park.

J.K. Cacay

Intern, West Visayas State University

 

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