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NEO from the Inside-Out: Built by People, for People

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Today, office buildings represent living ecosystems where people work, collaborate, and grow. As cities evolve and businesses demand more from their spaces, developers are reimagining offices not only as places to work. At the heart of this vision is a powerful connection between sustainability, innovation, and resilience, three forces shaping the future of how we design, manage, and experience spaces.

At NEO, our portfolio is designed for long-term value and tenant well-being, NEO integrates sustainability, innovation, and resilience as core principles across its buildings and services.

Sustainability lays the foundation
As we champion green building practices, understanding that sustainable design is essential. From energy-efficient systems to biophilic design and sustainable materials, NEO’s developments lower environmental impact while providing healthier, more inspiring spaces for their occupants. Sustainability reflects a long-term mindset, one where buildings are built not just for today, but for generations to come.

Innovation drives progress
“Technology empowers today’s buildings to be smarter and more responsive. NEO ensures its properties enhance convenience, safety, and operational efficiency. Innovation enables us to create spaces and places that adapt to the evolving needs of the modern workforce, wellness integration, and connectivity that support our tenant community’s needs,” Carlo Rufino, co-managing director at NEO, said.

Resilience ensures that these spaces endure
In an era of increasing environmental, social, and technological disruption, resilience is essential. NEO designs and manages its buildings to withstand shocks, whether caused by natural disasters, health crises, or shifts in how people work. A resilient building is physically durable and operationally agile, maintaining service, safety, and comfort even during periods of uncertainty.

What truly binds these three pillars together is people
Behind every sustainable initiative, every innovation, and every resilience strategy at NEO are individuals, a dedicated community of property managers, engineers, cleaners, security personnel, and concierge teams. They are the ones who shape and uphold the building experience. Their commitment to operational excellence and tenant well-being transforms buildings from static structures into dynamic communities.

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An office building is a place where people work, gather, and live a part of their lives. It is managed by a community that cares for the environment, embraces innovation, and prioritizes safety and service for everyone within its walls. Their vigilance ensures safety, their responsiveness builds trust, and their passion drives continuous improvement.

“For developers and managers like us, recognizing this human layer is critical. Building a resilient, sustainable, and innovative development does not end at construction. It extends to nurturing the community that operates it, investing in their training, empowering their leadership, and embedding a shared sense of purpose in every part of the building’s daily life,” Gie Garcia, co-managing director and chief sustainability officer, said.

In the future of real estate, sustainability, innovation, and resilience are interconnected, people-powered principles that together create spaces where businesses can grow, communities can flourish, and cities can thrive: a vision that NEO proudly brings to life every day.

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