Lucima Welcomes UnionBank as an Integral Part of Its Forward-Thinking Community

Cebu, Philippines — Lucima takes another step toward becoming a fully realized, future-ready community with the entry of UnionBank. On January 27, 2025, ARTHALAND formally handed over a retail unit to UnionBank, bringing essential financial services into a development that champions environmental responsibility and long-term well being. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to innovation, progress, and a way of life that balances modern convenience with sustainable living.

UnionBank’s presence at Lucima signals a broader shift toward responsible growth. Beyond offering banking services, the institution aligns with communities prioritizing financial well-being and long-term value, reinforcing the importance of accessible and integrated urban spaces.

Sustainability takes center stage at Lucima, where residents enjoy a greener lifestyle without sacrificing comfort. They will benefit from features such as a Potager Garden for fresh, organic produce, water-saving plumbing systems that achieve a minimum of 20% savings, and energy-efficient technologies that can lower electricity consumption by up to 40% while also reducing water use.

Wellness is at the heart of Lucima’s design, ensuring a living environment that enhances comfort and safety. Thoughtfully planned spaces prevent the transfer of dust, sound, and odors, contributing to superior indoor air quality. Each unit has an Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) for fresh, filtered air and a Carbon Monoxide Monitor for added protection.

Jaime C. González, Vice Chairman and President of ARTHALAND, highlights the significance of this moment: “Building sustainably means making choices that have a lasting impact. This partnership with UnionBank strengthens Lucima’s promise of a complete, future-ready community—one where essential services support a way of life designed to endure.”

For Pearlie P. Lontoc, Senior Vice President and Head of Retail Banking Center at UnionBank, this collaboration represents a forward-thinking approach to community building: “Lucima is proof that sustainability and progress go hand in hand. By becoming part of this development, we support a vision that prioritizes environmental responsibility and everyday convenience for its residents.”

With UnionBank in Lucima, the development continues to set the standard for a more conscious way of living— where wellness, efficiency, and financial security come together seamlessly. Lucima proudly holds a range of prestigious green certifications, including LEED Precertified Gold, WELL (WELL Building Standard), EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies), and BERDE (Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence). These affirmations underscore its commitment to creating a forward-looking, high-performance community.

Visit Lucima’s model unit from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mondays to Fridays, at the Arthaland Gallery. It is at the Cebu Exchange along Salinas Drive, at the gateway of Cebu I.T. Park. You can also book a visit through www.arthaland.com.

ARTHALAND is the only real estate developer in the Philippines with a residential and commercial portfolio 100% certified as sustainable by local and global organizations. It has made its mark in the Philippine real estate industry by pioneering the development and management of exceptional best-in-class properties that adhere to international and local standards.