PHILIPPINES — Robinsons Offices has once again asserted its dominance in the Philippine office market, recording the highest transaction volume among developers in the second quarter of 2026. According to CBRE Philippines' Q2 2026 Market Monitor, the company closed 38,000 square meters of transactions, anchored by a massive pre-leasing commitment at The Jewel.
Back-to-Back Leadership in Office Leasing
The standout achievement came from Asscher, one of four office towers at The Jewel, which secured a 33,400-square-meter pre-leasing commitment. CBRE identified this as the country's largest individual office transaction during the quarter. The deal underscores the continued demand for premium, well-located workspaces despite a softer overall market.
This marks the second consecutive year that Robinsons Offices topped CBRE's second-quarter developer rankings. In Q2 2025, the company closed nearly 50,000 square meters in new transactions, with GBF Center 2 contributing 27,100 square meters as the country's top-performing office tower that quarter. The repeat performance demonstrates consistent execution and sustained market confidence.
A Strategic Location That Attracts Occupiers
The Jewel rises at the corner of EDSA and Pioneer Street in Mandaluyong City, positioning it within easy reach of Makati, Bonifacio Global City, and Ortigas business districts. Its central location also provides access to San Juan, Quezon City, and Manila, giving companies a broad workforce catchment across Metro Manila.
Jericho P. Go, Business Unit General Manager and Senior Vice President of Robinsons Offices, emphasized that the scale of the Asscher transaction proves well-designed workplaces still attract substantial requirements. He noted that thoughtfully designed, well-located, technologically equipped, and environmentally friendly offices remain highly desirable even in a competitive market.
World-Class Features and Sustainability
The Jewel comprises four towers named after diamond cuts: Asscher, Trilliant, Marquise, and Peruzzi, collectively known as the ATMP Towers. The development will integrate an upscale mall with offices, retail, dining, and other services in a mixed-use environment designed to support modern workplace needs.
Occupier-focused features include smart elevators with destination control systems, 4.2-meter floor-to-floor heights, and 12-meter-high office lobbies. A proposed link bridge to MRT-3 Boni Station aims to provide safer and more convenient pedestrian access for employees and commuters, enhancing connectivity and reducing reliance on vehicles.
Sustainability measures are embedded throughout the development. Rainwater collection, energy-efficient air-conditioning, double-glazed curtain walls, and electric-vehicle charging stations reduce environmental impact. Open spaces and flexible collaboration areas support evolving workplace requirements as companies adapt to hybrid work arrangements.
Phased Completion and Market Outlook
The mall and first two towers are targeted for completion by 2028, with the remaining two towers scheduled by 2030, subject to market conditions. This phased approach allows Robinsons Offices to respond to demand while maintaining construction quality and operational readiness.
Beyond The Jewel, Robinsons Offices operates PEZA-registered and green-certified developments across Metro Manila and key regional centers. These properties cater to IT-BPM, financial services, technology, and shared-services companies, supporting investment, expansion, and employment opportunities for Filipinos.
