Beyond Metro Manila: How SMDC Is Building Within the Country’s Gateways of Growth

SMDC has long recognized this shift. From Hill Residences in Novaliches—located near upcoming transit lines—to Calm and Park Residences in Southern Luzon, and landmark communities at the MOA Complex like Shore and Sail Residences, SMDC builds where movement, opportunity, and daily life converge.

But the vision doesn’t stop in Luzon.

In the Visayas, Parkville in Bacolod demonstrates how SMDC builds with purpose. Set in Barangay Granada—a former sugarcane district now emerging as a residential hub—Parkville introduces a community model shaped by local insight, open space, and heritage.

Spanning 52 hectares, Parkville is SMDC’s first lots-only development, master-planned around eight signature parks that promote wellness, creativity, and connection. From fruit orchards and bike trails to meditation gardens and pet-friendly zones, these parks are not just amenities—they are the soul of the neighborhood.

Located just five minutes from the Bacolod-Negros Occidental Economic Highway, Parkville offers direct access to the airport, commercial centers, and neighboring provinces—while staying grounded in Bacolod’s slower, more soulful rhythm of life.

“Parkville is not about replicating what we have done elsewhere,” says Jessica Sy, VP and Head of Design, Innovation and Strategy. “It’s about understanding what matters here—and designing around that. In Bacolod, it’s space to grow, a strong sense of community, and a connection to nature. That’s what shaped Parkville. Not just as a development, but as a place people can truly belong to.”

Why is SMDC moving beyond Metro Manila?

Because urban living no longer begins and ends in the capital. As new infrastructure opens up mobility and economic activity spreads across regions, more Filipinos are choosing to live and put down roots outside Metro Manila. SMDC is following that shift—not just to meet demand, but to help shape it. By building in the next wave of emerging cities, SMDC aims to ensure that growth remains inclusive, connected, and sustainable.

And in Bacolod, that vision is already taking form.

Launched just last year, Parkville marks a significant milestone for SMDC. More than a residential project, it reflects a deeper understanding of how Ilonggos live—and what they value most. With its flexible lot offerings, community-focused design, and commitment to green space, Parkville invites residents to build with intention and grow with Bacolod itself. It’s not just a development. It’s SMDC’s promise—to bring thoughtful, future-ready communities wherever progress is unfolding.