Time is more precious than ever these days–with the hectic day-to-day life that comes with settling in the city, it can easily be wasted by things that are often out of our hands, such as traffic or unpredictable weather.

But what you can control is where you spend your time. If you’ve chosen to reside in a condo unit, for example, you wouldn’t even have to leave your building to make the most out of your living experience. To truly enjoy and be productive, most of what you need is just a few steps away–all that’s left is a little strategizing.

Here are a few tips to help you get the best out of condo living:

1. Everyday can be a staycation.

Finding yourself needing some quality R&R time with your significant other? With a little creativity, couples and newlyweds can get the comfort of any five star hotel right in their own condo units. Stay in. Have your favorite food delivered. Watch a movie. No need to book any other place.

2. Get fit.

Your fitness goals are just a few steps away, thanks to readily available gym amenities. No time to look for a place to workout? No patience for memberships? No problem. All you need is a half-hour or an hour of your busy day to lock in a quick workout. You can access features of regular gyms right at home.

3. Play with the little ones.

Parents who have had busy work weeks have the perfect venue to spend quality time with their children, especially as recreation and leisure amenities are key features of condo units. Enjoy your weekends with your children at the pool. Let them have fun in your building’s playground areas or gardens. You’ll be able to give them these happy experiences close to home.

4. Have some much needed me time.

If you feel like taking some time to yourself, you don’t have to look around in the metro for the right place. All you have to do is find your spot. Go sunbathing by the pool. Take a walk in the gardens. Read a book while enjoying the city view. Go shopping in the commercial establishments. Go on date with yourself and dine to your heart’s content. You’ll feel ready to take on the world again in no time.

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Make sure you get the most of condo living with Empire East. For more information about Empire East and its homes across Metro Manila visit www.empire-east.com; or call 810-3333 or 0917-8-EMPIRE. You may also like/follow @empireeast on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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