The Village Commercial Center (Poblacion)

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The Village Commercial Center is a trading center that envisions a developing community that would prosper in the field of commerce. It aims to be an epitome of high-class businesses that would cater to different retails and services.

The center aims to establish a healthy commercial area with a sociable environment. A place where one can enjoy the pleasure of relaxation while shopping. This environment-friendly establishment is also a great venue for a family’s time out. It features “The Calle,” a park that provides serenity through its peaceful ambience; gives entertainment through its special events; and serves as a place where one can spend the day with loved-ones.

The center's Mexican-Spanish inspired theme fits its southern setting, yet distinguishes it from other retail and entertainment venues. It is believed that the Spanish motif is somehow close to the Filipino perspective. In this way, the general style appeals the masses and attracts perfectly the society without hesitance.

Its geographic location, being at the center of commerce in town, makes it a perfect spot for trading and retail. The place is also a project of the latest generation that enhanced cultural aspects of the past. It embraced modern concepts with a strong identity, far from conventionalism and local traditions. But it kept its Filipino approach with solemnity.

Its commercial center does not only seek to enhance and develop commerce and earn profit. It also aims to be a productive center for the community. This commercial center was first created as a place for people – then, for commerce. The result is that commerce and the developer's economic objectives have been realized more successfully than in conventional, commerce-directed planning.

The site is a bountiful public space and amenities were created around a Hacienda-type theme. These public spaces have been planned to be people-friendly and to use the highest quality amenities.
Demolition of the old house started in October, 2000 to give way for the construction of the Front Mall of The Village Commercial Center. Construction of the Front Mall (Phase 1) started on December 15, 2000. Phase 2 started on February 16, 2001. Construction finished on June, 2001. Anchor tenant Lot's A Pizza moved to its new location in July, 2001.
Road construction started in May 8, 2001. The same contractor was selected from 2 other designs submitted by other contractors. A showroom was also constructed for GST Bike Shop & Gen. Merchandise.
A wrought iron gateway inspired from the design of a once-thriving hacienda at San Bartolome del Monte, Calpulalpan, Tlaxcala, Spain was built by a local wrought iron specialist from Dasmariñas, Cavite. A covered sidewalk was also constructed from the main road to the gate. Vendor Stalls were added to liven up the sidewalk. The stalls were rented for a mere $1 a day! A food court was formed at the end of the sidewalk which was then became the main attraction of the center.
A billiard hall was constructed for Yey's billiard business. It became the "cantina" project to study the operation of a restaurant/bar/entertainment center which is primarily planned for the second floor of the Front Mall.
A new house for one of the sisters was built way before the construction of the Front Mall. The Mexican-Spanish design included a store for the old GST General Merchandise selling bicycle parts and accessories. The construction lasted for around 7 months from March to October, 2000.