An estate in its right element
Feng shui is the age-old Chinese practice of arranging spaces and objects to encourage the flow of positive energy.
It is believed that a built structure with good feng shui brings harmony, improved well-being and prosperity to its occupants.
Property developers take feng shui into consideration when choosing land for new developments. Homes with favorable feng shui, like those with good views of nature and those that receive ample light and proper ventilation are seen as more desirable.
SM Prime Holdings, for one, could not have chosen a better location for the first project of its premium residential brand, Signature Series by SM Residences.
Signature Series is expected to soon unveil its flagship residential community within the 240-hectare Susana Heights estate in Muntinlupa City. Amid the lush greenery of this quiet corner in the metro, Signature Series will offer expansive residential lots ranging from 700 sqm to 1,100 sqm, translating to a density of only 6.5 lots per ha. This is on top of its current offerings within the existing Susana Heights Village, where it has build-ready residential lots ranging from 500 sqm to 900 sqm.
This inaugural project, no doubt, takes shape in a neighborhood that fulfills the criteria of homebuyers who require and value an auspicious address.
Elevated terrain
A home built on higher ground is seen as lucky by feng shui practitioners because it gives off an uplifting vibe and is free from obstructions—unlike one that sits below street level. It gives the homeowner that feeling of being on top of things.
Signature Series’ Susana Heights estate is situated on an elevated, rolling terrain that’s between 30 and 55 meters above sea level. But more than the comfortable, “above-the-city” suburban environment, the elevation serves as a natural buffer from the noise and heat of its surrounding areas.
Yin and yang balance
A good feng shui-approved neighborhood needs to have a balance of yin and yang qualities.
Yin is passive energy, the kind that we get from quiet and restful spaces. Yang, on the other hand, is active energy—busy and thriving. To have too much of one may be overwhelming.
Signature Series’ Susana Heights fittingly offers a balance of both. Green spaces and expanded landscaped pocket parks provide residents with the serenity and calm they need for rest and recovery.
Meanwhile, a neighborhood plaza is in the pipeline and it will house local cafes, artisanal shops, niche restaurants and essential services. A bigger lifestyle district will be added as well, seen to be a bustling
destination for leisure, dining, entertainment and wellness.
Green for growth and vitality
In feng shui, the color green denotes growth, vitality, health and new beginnings. It is calming and rejuvenating which is perfect for reducing stress and promoting healing.
And because green represents growth, it is also believed to attract economic abundance and good fortune.
With Susana Heights, one can be certain that Signature Series’ upcoming development is naturally teeming with greenery. Its trees have stood in the area for decades, serving as a shield from the buzzy surroundings beyond its borders.
Gardens provide a respite after a hectic day at work or school. Verdant pedestrian- and bike-friendly streets make going back and forth within the neighborhood more pleasant.
Intentional spaces
With its elevated terrain, balance of passive and active spaces and abundance of trees and vegetation, Signature Series checks the requirements where good feng shui is concerned.
As this premium residential enclave takes shape, homeowners are offered not just an upmarket address but a home that is designed with intentional spaces, surrounded by nature and exudes an uplifting energy.
