Signature Series by SM Residences has opened its first “Life Space” at The Podium Mall in Mandaluyong City, giving visitors a clear look at the brand’s vision for comfortable and elevated urban living.

The 300-square-meter gallery was designed by Lor Calma & Partners, known for projects like The Mind Museum and the redevelopment of the National Museum of the Philippines. Inside, the space features warm wood, marble, and metal in brown, gray, and black tones, along with soft lighting and artworks by Reg Yuson and Lui Gonzales.

Seating areas, quiet corners, meeting rooms and a bar are arranged to make the place feel relaxed and welcoming.

“We call it a ‘Life Space’ because it’s designed to show people what thoughtful living feels like,” said Jessica Sy, vice president and head of design, innovation and strategy at SM Prime Holdings Inc.

“The materials come together in a balanced way that inspires a more considered, more refined approach to everyday life,” she said.

Sy said another Life Space is already planned for Susana Heights.

“From here, we plan to open another Life Space in Susana Heights, with a target launch by first quarter of next year. It will be a special one because visitors can experience the natural charm of the estate firsthand,” she said.

Upcoming developments

The opening of Life Space is in preparation for the launch of the 284-hectare Susana Heights estate in Muntinlupa City, the first major project under the Signature Series brand.

With an initial P25-billion investment, the estate will be developed into a premium, sustainable community featuring residential clusters, lifestyle and civic areas and commercial hubs.

As its first offering, Signature Series will market build-ready residential lots in the existing Susana Heights Village.

These lots range from 500 to 900 square meters and will come with new and improved amenities and upgraded infrastructure.

Following the village’s reintroduction, a new low-density luxury residential community will be launched inside the estate.

The upcoming project will offer larger lots—from 700 to 1,100 square meters—at only 6.5 lots per hectare, along with a five-kilometer greenway loop and country-club-style amenities.

Together with the new Life Spaces, these developments aim to give future residents a clear sense of the thoughtful and balanced living Signature Series hopes to create.