So when it was announced that a Robinson's mall was opening and was going to be built on that patch of land I used to pass by every day I was honestly torn, for one I was happy that there was a new mall opening like 15 minutes from our home but on the other hand a mall was taking over a patch of land which has always equated as "nature" to me.
Having a new mall open means jobs and opportunities for my fellow Antipoleneos so that's another good thing which would probably help me come to terms with the new mall better.
There was much excitement when the Mall finally opened, friends and family who have been there before us and all said the same things: Great Architecture but not much stores.
Paul and I checked out the mall as soon as we could and we had the same thoughts, the architecture was beautiful, a bit similar to the Robinson's in Tagaytay. I'm glad that they maintained the lush green of the place by having plants outside, it's not just a building they put up, all concrete and no jungle because, well we love that jungle aspect of Antipolo.
Following the trendy layout of new malls, Robinson's Place Antipolo has outside gardens patrons can enjoy. We haven't been out there so we haven't checked it out yet, will definitely do the next time we pass by the mall.
Other things we're excited about is the Robinson's Movie World- Yehey! For Movie Buffs like us! Although we weren't so happy about some of the movie posters we say in the cinemas, for geeks like us, looking at pixelated Movie posters is an eye sore. Hopefully whoever is in charge of that gets their act together and quality checks the Movie posters. Sorry but for the Movie buff and the geek in us that's a definite no-no. Still looking forward to our first movie date at the new Robinson's Movie World - will definitely post on that too!