Teri Tsang, Director and Hong Kong Studio Lead, along with Conor Gan, Business Development Manager, represented Benoy at the ULI Philippines Annual Conference held in Manila on March 26, 2025.
Themed “Hyperconnected Horizons: Redefining Philippine Competitiveness,” the conference brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and design experts from across Asia Pacific to engage in meaningful discussions about the future of the built environment in the Philippines.
Panel Discussion: Rethinking Assets — Adapting to Changing Times
Teri participated in a panel discussion titled “Rethinking Assets: Adapting to Changing Times,” moderated by Eric Manuel, Director of ARCH Capital Management Co. Ltd.
Joining Teri on the panel were Yvette Koh, Studio Director of Gensler, and Nina Yang, Group Chief Development Officer of CPG Corporation. The panel sparked lively and insightful conversations regarding the evolving landscape of retail spaces, residential areas, and office conversions.
Innovating Design for a Revitalized Built Environment
Throughout the discussion, Teri advocated for the revitalization of the built environment through innovative design and functionality.
She presented several transformative projects from Benoy, showcasing before-and-after scenarios of renovations. These real-world examples highlighted not only the aesthetic enhancements achieved but also the tangible benefits that such transformations can deliver to investors and developers.
Teri also shared her vision for the Philippines, expressing her aspiration for an iconic, widely recognised landmark destination that could represent the country in the near future.
A Day of Insightful Discussions
The conference featured five dynamic panel discussions that explored the critical forces driving transformation in real estate, including:
• Economic urgency & competitiveness as a driving force for change
•Hyperconnectivity & sustainability shaping the future of real estate
• Infrastructure as a foundation for transformative developments
• Reinventing traditional asset classes through innovation
• Positioning the Philippines globally in real estate and hospitality
These topics ranged from the role of infrastructure as a catalyst for growth to the reimagining of asset classes, underscoring the Philippines’ evolving role on the global stage. The dialogues were inspiring, offering valuable insights and perspectives that will shape the future of real estate in the region.
