THE biggest setback to condo living is being surrounded by all that concrete. It was such a pleasure spending Sunday afternoon at Serendra and viewing the gardens that surround one of the most prestigious addresses in the country today.

We walked through a palm-lined entry, under a canopy of white thunbergia flowers on the way to the residential units.

There was a relaxing koi pond lined with benches where you can sit and relax. For those who want to meditate, there will be a Zen garden.

Such is one convenience of condo living—having a garden without having to maintain it yourself.

In the children’s playground is an herbal patch where residents can pick fresh sprigs of oregano, lemon grass and even calamansi.

A great way to relax after a long day at work is to simply take a walk around the gardens of Serendra.