COO’S NOTE
iProperty.com People’s Choice Awards 2016
Celebrating the Crème De La Crème of the Property Industry! The 3rd iProperty.com People’s Choice Awards, held on 15th December 2016, once again unveiled outstanding winners across 13 award categories. The iProperty.com People’s Choice Awards continues to serve as an important platform to recognise and applaud the outstanding achievements and contributions from property developers across the real estate industry. To all our winners and highly acclaimed finalists, congratulations on being at the forefront of our industry and driving new standards of excellence. We would like to thank our sponsors, our panel of distinguished judges, and supporting partners for the trust and support and for joining us in this very meaningful celebration. Our warmest congratulations goes to our hat trick winners, Mah Sing Group Berhad and Sunway Iskandar by Sunway Iskandar for clinching the coveted title of Developer of the Year and Best Township Development respectively. Thank you for celebrating with us and here’s wishing you continued success!
Arthur Charlaftis Chief Operating Officer- International REA Group
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PANEL OF JUDGES As Chief Executive Officer of REA Group, Tracey Fellows is responsible for the Group’s operations and investments in Australia, Europe, North America and Asia - which includes iProperty Group, Asia’s leading online advertising business serving the real estate industry. Prior to joining REA Group in August 2014, Tracey was Executive General Manager of Communication Management Services at Australia Post, responsible for the physical and digital mail business which encompassed 13,000 employees.
TRACEY FELLOWS Chief Executive Officer, REA Group
Previously, Tracey was based in Singapore as Microsoft Vice-President for the Asia-Pacific region, responsible for sales, services, and marketing across 12 countries. Prior to this, Tracey was Managing Director of Microsoft Australia for four years and also served on the ninemsn board. Tracey has also held senior roles with Dell and IBM. Born in Canada, Tracey holds a Bachelor of Economics from Monash University and a Postgraduate Diploma in Banking Management from the Macquarie Graduate School of Management. She lives in Melbourne with her husband Ian and son Jake.
Chris founded CHUR ASSOCIATES® in 2003 and positioned it as a boutique legal service provider that is friendly driven for an effective business solution and a niche positioning from Corporate Advisory to “Everything Real Estate”. Chris was appointed to the Board of Directors of FIABCI International to preside over the portfolio of Young Members aged 35 and below for the term 2009/ 2010. He was awarded the FIABCI Medal of Honour for his outstanding services to FIABCI and was one of the youngest recipients to receive such honor in the history of FIABCI. Chris is also a Technical Committee member of the National Economic Action Council of the Prime Minister’s Department to devise strategies that stimulate the property sector in Malaysia.
CHRIS TAN CHUR PIM Chur Associates, Founder & Managing Director
Daniel Ho, a pioneering entrepreneur, author, and public speaker is the Group Managing Director of IQI and its group of companies. He is responsible for developing and overseeing the execution of group-wide strategies covering products, sales, marketing and development. Ho is on the advisory board of a number of publicly listed developers to provide services around concepts and commercialisation strategies for new developments and plays a pivotal role in establishing joint ventures and fund syndication for new property developments.
DANIEL HO
Ho has over 20 years of experience in the Malaysian corporate and business sector having previously been a key member of the funding and fund raising board that established a multimillion dollar oleo chemical plant in Malaysia as well as pioneering the multinational French firm, Legrand’s first foray and success in the Malaysian market in his early twenties.
Group Managing Director, IQI Holdings Sdn Bhd
Dr. James Tee, author of the book entitled “Malaysian Real Estate Industry – Value Creation Strategies”, is also the CEO of Setia Awan Group. He was formerly the Executive Director of UOA Holdings, an award-winning Top 10 largest property group in Malaysia. Dr. Tee, who was a Board Member of UOA Asset Management, previously worked for the Hong Leong Group, Kurnia Asia and McKinsey & Company. Dr. Tee holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science & Metallurgy from the University of Cambridge. A Commonwealth Scholar, he also has a First Class Honours Degree in Bachelor of Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. Dr. Tee served as the Honorary Secretary of the Malaysian REIT Managers Association (MRMA) from 2011 to 2015 and has been a member of the Young Presidents’ Organisation (YPO) since 2011.
DR. JAMES TEE CEO, Setia Awan Group
Ir. Kok Yen-Kwan is a practicing Professional Electrical Engineer with more than 12 years of experience in the building construction industry and is currently the Head of Sustainability in an Energy and Green Building firm. Professionally, he is a BEM-registered Professional Engineer, Chartered Engineer (with ECUK), REEM (with Energy Commission of Malaysia) and GBI Facilitator (with GBI Sdn. Bhd.).
IR. KOK YEN KWAN Board Member, Malaysia Green Building Confederation
He is a 5-term Board Member of the Malaysia Green Building Confederation (MGBC) and currently chairs the Standing Committee on Events, Media & Communications. He has also sat on the Panel of Assessors of the Green Pages Malaysia (GPM) Directory for all 4 editions published thus far and on the Panel of Judges for the Eco Product and Eco Booth Design Awards @ ARCHIDEX. Yen-Kwan also chairs the Green Energy Technology (GET) as well as being a Council Member of TEEAM; and Committee Member of IET Malaysia Network-2015 and Hon. Secretary of Malaysia Green Building Confederation 2009-2011.
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PANEL OF JUDGES Ar. (Dr) Mohd Zulhemlee An received the Bachelor of Architecture from University of Arkansas, USA in 1988. He has 27 years of experience in the field of architecture. Ar. Mohd Zulhemlee has been involved with Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia since 2003 and is currently the President of the Institute (session 2015/2017).
AR. MOHD ZULHEMLEE AN President, PAM (Session 2015/2017)
Ar. Sarly Adre Sarkum is an architecture futurist, sustainability proponent, and design activist. Currently, he helms the hybrid architectural design firm [SA] 2 or Sarly Adre Sarkum Architecture Sdn. Bhd., which combines cutting edge architectural design solutions with extensive researched based explorative approach to solving challenging integrated design problems. Sarly is the President of the Malaysia Green Building Confederation (MGBC) (session 2014/2016) – which is Malaysia’s Green Building Council under the auspices of the World Green Building Council (WGBC), as well as an elected Council Member of Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia (The Malaysian Institute of Architects); and also sits as one of the five directors of the Green Building Index (GBI) Green Rating Tool.
AR. SARLY ADRE SARKUM President, Malaysia Green Building Confederation (Session 2014/2016)
Khiew joined Akzo Nobel Paints (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd as Manager - IDA (Interior Designer, Architect & Specifier) Relationship & Sustainability. She is actively involved in influencers programs and works closely with professionals and professional associations. Khiew is also leading the Product Stewardship for Malaysia by championing for green and sustainability initiatives. As the world’s largest global paints and coatings company, AkzoNobel has been placed in top three positions in Down Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for the past ten years. Khiew also holds the position as Hon. Secretary of Malaysian Paint Manufacturers Association (MPMA).
KHIEW WEI YI Manager, IDA Relationship & Sustainability, Akzo Nobel Paints (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd)
Daron Cheah was appointed as the Managing Director of USG BORAL for Malaysia and Singapore business in 2014. Daron obtained his MBA in 2001 and is also a Certified Accountant with the Malaysia Institute of Accountants and a fellow member of Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (UK). He has also worked for many multinational companies prior to joining USG BORAL as CFO before being appointed to his current role. Daron has been tasked to grow the plasterboard business and expand the usage of drywall in both residential and commercial properties. USG and Boral came together in 2014, with both companies bringing together over a century worth of knowledge, experience and technical know-how. Both companies were established in Malaysia in the 90’s.
DARON CHEAH Managing Director, Boral Plasterboard (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd)
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THE AWARDS
The Awards iProperty.com Malaysia, the country’s No.1 property website, is back with its third installment of its People’s Choice Awards (PCA), the only consumer selected awards for property developers. The inaugural event which was launched in 2014 received overwhelming support from both developers and consumers in the prior 2 years. The objective of the awards was to give due recognition to the unsung heroes in the property industry who have successfully shaped the skylines of Malaysia. In 2015, hundreds of submissions were received and after a thorough review from the panel of judges compromising industry experts, a total of 63 entries were shortlisted. More than 20,000 consumers voted for their preferred developer/development, double the number of votes in 2014. Entries were judged based on design, innovation, concepts, potential capital appreciation, developer’s track record, amenities, sustainability and more. This year, with 2 new categories introduced, the PCA once again recognised the best in the industry, purely from a consumer perspective.
13 Award Categories 1. Developer Of The Year 2. Best Emerging Developer 3. Best International Developer 4. Best Township Development 5. Best Mixed Development 6. Best Waterfront Development 7. Best Residential Landed Development
8. Best Residential High-Rise Development 9. Best Luxury High-Rise Development 10. Best Northern Development 11. Best Southern Development 12. Best Green Development 13. Best Value Development
Prior to inviting the general public to vote, a panel of highly acclaimed judges was invited to review and shortlist the entries received based on a set of criteria. The panelists were given the duty of studying the submissions, making sure they met all the criteria and proceeded to narrow it down to no more than ten nominees per category. The Panel of Judges • Tracey Fellows (Chief Executive Officer, REA Group) • Chris Tan Chur Pim (Chur Associates, Founder & Managing Director) • Daniel Ho (Group Managing Director, IQI Holdings Sdn. Bhd.) • Dr. James Tee (CEO of Setia Awan Group and Author of “Malaysian Real Estate Industry — Value Creation Strategies”) • Ir. Kok Yen Kwan (Board Member, Malaysia Green Building Confederation) • Ar. Mohd Zulhemlee An (President, PAM (Session 2015/2017) • Ar. Sarly Adre Sarkum (President, Malaysia Green Building Confederation (Session 2014/2016) • Khiew Wei Yi (Manager - IDA Relationship & Sustainability, Akzo Nobel Paints (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd) • Daron Cheah (Managing Director, Boral Plasterboard (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd) The voting period ran from 12th October to 11th November 2016 and the entire process was scrutinized by Pannell Kerr (PKF) Malaysia, a member of PKF International, which is one of the world’s premier accounting and business advisory organisations. PKF also ensured the legitimacy of the process by overseeing the download of the polling results.
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Contents 1 THE PANEL OF JUDGES 3 THE AWARDS
Best Residential Landed Development 26 Winner 30 Finalists
Developer Of The Year 9 Winner 13 Finalists
Best Residential High Rise Development 32 Winner 36 Finalists
Best Emerging Developer 15 Winner 19 Finalists
Best Luxury High Rise Development 37 Winner 41 Finalists
Best International Developer 20 Winner 24 Finalists
Best Northern Development 42 Winner 46 Finalists
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Best Southern Development 48 Winner 52 Finalists
Best Waterfront Development 64 Winner 68 Finalists
Best Township 53 Winner 57 Finalists
Best Value Development 69 Winner 73 Finalists
Best Mixed Development 59 Winner 63 Finalists
Best Green Development 74 Winner 78 Finalists
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9 WINNER | DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR
(L - R) Ho Hon Sang, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of Mah Sing Group Berhad receiving the ‘Developer of The Year’ Award from Indra Laban, General Manager of Akzo Nobel Paints Sdn Bhd.
Mah Sing Group Berhad Mah Sing has become one of the few fully integrated property developers with high-rise and landed residential integrated commercial centers as well as niche industrial parks. The diversity of the developer’s products perfectly showcases its skill in planning and developing properties with different complexities. High expectations are forged through the company’s improved Vision – Inventing future living that enhances the quality of life. Structures such as M City, Icon Mont’ Kiara and Icon Tun Razak are the few developments that personify the revolution the Group is steering towards. Since its inception in 1994, Mah Sing Group have made astronomical leaps to be one of the country’s economic cornerstone in the property industry that it is today. Along its way, the Group has picked up various prestigious awards that highlight their efforts in ensuring quality in their developments. The transition from plastic manufacturing to property development was a steep learning curve. The Group came up with the tagline, “Premier Lifestyle Developer” and their mantra was “location, quality and branding”.
Mah Sing certainly believes in the power of product branding and differentiation which suits market needs. At the moment, the Group will maintain its focus on providing affordable homes to the mass market segment, emphasizing on projects mainly in the Klang Valley. This will be supported by its 2016 pricing strategy of 89% of planned residential launches being priced below RM1million, 68% priced below RM700,000 and 50% priced below RM500,000.
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For example, the Group’s midrange mass market products such as the Savanna Executive Suites @ Southville City, D’sara Sentral Serviced Residences, Sungai Buloh and Lakeville Residence, Taman Wahyu do not only offer attractive lifestyle concepts but improved accessibility connectivity as well. The rapid and ongoing public infrastructure developments such as the MRT 1 and 2, LRT extensions and LRT 3, proposed Bus Rapid Transit and proposed High-Speed Rail will also help to promote interest in properties in certain new growth corridors, benefitting their various strategically located projects in Malaysia’s economic hotspots. Mah Sing believes that valueadding factors such as these will provide convenience to their customers’ lifestyle as well as increase the value of their products.
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Besides offering products at an acquirable price range in line with the market demand, Mah Sing strives to differentiate itself by offering a diversified range of properties at various growth locations.
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The developer continues to work on ever-improving designs, layouts and where possible, to incorporate lifestyle improving innovations in its property development products. For instance, most if not all of Mah Sing’s developments adopt a linear street arrangement, in a strict North-South orientation. This arrangement will achieve the best in thermal comfort for tropical houses under natural conditions.
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During the project design & planning stage, the Group registered many of its development projects for green certification. Mah Sing has registered 7 projects for various green certifications. Amongst the green certification bodies are Malaysia’s Green Building Index, REHDA’s GreenRE; Singapore’s Green Mark and USA’s LEED. As part of Mah Sing’s commitment in providing its customers with the highest standards in product delivery processes and systems towards better quality products, both the property and plastics divisions are ISO 9001:2008 “Quality Management System” certified.
Aside from the incorporation of green initiatives in its developments, Mah Sing has also proven its finesse in constructing spectacular structures that will add value to any skyline. With its Iconic Series, the Group has undoubtedly challenged architectural capabilities that blend revolutionary design and exceptional quality. Each of Mah Sing’s Iconic Series developments has their own unique identities. Icon Residence, Mont’ Kiara takes its architectural inspiration from the Mediterranean. Often described as a luxury garden terrace in the sky, Icon Residence is surrounded by a network of highways for easy and convenient access.
M City, Jalan Ampang is conceived for garden city living within its finely crafted architecture with thematic hanging gardens* at various levels spanning over 4 acres. It has a one of a kind facility deck dubbed the Altitude Club which houses world-class recreational and business facilities. Icon City, Petaling Jaya’s structure is inspired by the chiseled characteristics of mountain rocks. It features state-ofthe-art infrastructure and architecture; elements infused with landscaping in the form of forest and water themed plazas, sky pool and a roof garden.
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The developer aims to enhance the lives of buyers not only through its products but also through customer experiences. Mah Sing has done construction progress reports by bringing people up on hot air balloons, mail dropping directly to residents’ homes, giving out ‘golden tickets’ to a ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’-themed sales gallery event, giving away a million ringgit apartment in addition to participating in a multiaward winning Malaysian movie. In property exhibitions, the Group had fashioned its booths with various exciting themes including a Mad Hatter
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Tea Party, vintage 1920s Shanghai and 1970s American diner. Recently at the Malaysia’s Entrepreneur Convention, the developer even built a life-size monopoly board displaying their latest developments! As a property developer, Mah Sing understands the importance of building and maintaining good relationships with people, be it internal or external stakeholders, as well as bringing out the best in them and for them. Not one to rest on its laurels, the Group continuously strives to accomplish greater heights.
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Developer of the Year
LBS Bina Group Berhad
LBS Bina Group Berhad is a dominant player in Malaysia’s property sector dedicated to building homes that meet the needs of Malaysians. For over 20 years, LBS have carefully nurtured a reputation for delivering properties with unsurpassed quality that inspire and enrich.
IOI Properties Group Berhad
IOI Properties Group Berhad is renowned as one of the largest property companies in the country with a proven track record spanning more than three decades in the property development industry. Its principal activities include property development, property investment, leisure and hospitality.
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15 WINNER | BEST EMERGING DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR
(L - R) Micheal Yam, Head of Planning and Development of Exsim Development Sdn Bhd receiving the ‘Best Emerging Developer’ award from Daron Cheah, Managing Director of USG Boral.
Exsim Development Sdn Bhd Exsim Development is fast gaining recognition as a boutique developer that emphasizes lifestyle development. Every one of its projects is driven by stringent planning and development researchers and the developer ensures only the very best quality for its material selection. The Group’s portfolio ranges from industrial to residential projects and while constantly developing, the developer is also equally intensifying our efforts to create buildings with a specific character which exemplifies innovative green features. Its current series of residential developments carry distinct significance based on the eco-friendly emphasis Exsim have carefully placed on them.
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The Group began its first four projects under the Nouvelle banner and gradually grew its property arm into becoming residential developers. Since 2008, the developer has conceptualized a total of 18 developments, which includes 7 outstanding lifestyle highrise residential homes. Exsim Development delves through the depth of mankind’s accumulated
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brilliance and ingenuity to address the issues that buildings have to contend with, while carefully preserving a precious gift which no amount of technology can supersede – Mother Nature’s masterpiece. The innovative developer believes in cost-efficiency, without compromising on quality or eco-friendly elements, and to this end hold firm to the idea that it is not enough to simply conduct business as usual, but to continually push the envelope of what is possible. To that end, Exsim is perpetually experimenting with cutting edge research and development studies in a bid to uncover the latest ideas and techniques to incorporate into the creation of their top-tier developments.
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With a solid emphasis placed on workplace synergy both with its employees as well as its clients, suppliers and contractors, Exsim firmly believes that working together effectively is the way forward. Upholding the utmost integrity and ethics in the execution of its work, Exsim strives not only to be at the forefront of the property development market but also to set Exsim Development Sdn Bhd the benchmark for quality products and warm business experience. The developer initiated its portfolio in property development with industrial projects in Kota Damansara, where the Nouvelle Industrial Park Lot 10 was its winning project at the FIABCI Property Award 2015. The overwhelming
17 WINNER | BEST EMERGING DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR
response from buyers is a testament to how Exsim are revolutionising the property industry landscape. All of Exsim’s residential projects are designed and constructed in compliance with Green Building Index certification. There are 6 main criteria to achieve, namely Energy Efficiency, Indoor Environmental Quality, Sustainable Site Planning and Management, Material and Resources as well as Water Efficiency and Innovation. Sponsored by:
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Its maiden residential development – The Treez, Jalil Residence @ Bukit Jalil, was recognized for its unique green features and was bestowed with the accreditation: ‘Green Building Index Certification – Silver Category’. By
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meeting Malaysia’s Green Building Index’s standard, Exsim constantly ensures that our progressive growth is always aligned with its philosophy of creating a sustainable environment for the future. On the other hand, the developer’s industrial project, Nouvelle, was also credited for its efforts in exemplifying innovative green features with a number of awards, including the PAM Architectural Steel Award 2013 Category D Industrial Buildings and PAM Award Colour on Building 7 - Category 2 Exterior for 3rd Prize.
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Besides establishing its name as a property developer, Exsim has also extended its business into scheduled waste management. Its sister company, Pentas Flora Sdn Bhd is a comprehensive scheduled waste management company that operates to produce recycled fuel oil for industrial uses. By constantly raising its ingenuity, Exsim certainly believes that its well-thought of projects can and will be of the new age excellence while sustaining our environment at the same time. With several stunning projects in the pipeline, Exsim is crafting a legendary name in the property development industry.
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SKS Group
OCR Land Holdings Sdn Bhd
Malaysia Land Properties Sdn Bhd
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(L - R) Mr. Wei Kun, Technical Director of Greenland Malaysia receiving the ‘Best International Developer’ award from Jackson Low, General Sales Manager of Teka Malaysia.
Greenland Group Founded in 1992 in Shanghai China, Greenland Group has stuck to the enterprise tenet of “Greenland, create better life” in the past 22 years. The real estate business of Greenland Group is taking the lead nationwide in the aspects of its development scale, product type, quality, and brand. Th Group’s achievements are nothing if not impressive – Greenland ranked 258 in the 2015 Fortune Global 500; the 40th Chinese mainland enterprise on the list. In 2014, its business operating income amounted to 402.1 billion yuan where the total pre-tax profits and total assets at year-end topped 24.2 billion yuan and 478.4 billion yuan respectively. Of this, the real estate business had a pre-sale area of 21.15 million square meters and a sum of 240.8 billion yuan, thus garnering the global industry champion title. Sponsored by:
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21 WINNER | BEST INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPER
The Group’s real estate business is taking the lead in its homeland China, in terms of development scale, product type, quality, and brand. It is also far ahead in the development of ultrahigh-rise buildings, large urban complex projects, high-speed rail stations, business districts and industrial park developments. Among Greenland’s 23 ultra high rise urban landmark buildings, with some under construction; 4 are in the world’s top ten list in terms of their height. The Group’s real estate development projects have covered 29 provinces and 80 odd cities with the floor space under construction up to 82.33 million square meters. Closely following the trend of economic globalization, Greenland Group expanded its business overseas in a steady way in high gear, covering 4
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continents and 10 countries namely the USA, Australia, Canada, the UK, France, Germany, Korea, Thailand, Malaysia and Japan.
showcased by the group’s acquisition of “Greenland Hong Kong Holdings”, a listed company on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
In addition to ensuring its leading position in the real estate industry, Greenland Group actively develops secondary pillar industries including finance, business, hotel operation, subway investment and energy resource. It also fulfills its strategic layout of integration of the global resources as
Recently, the Group has signed a cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Malaysian authorities to investment in Bandar Malaysia and its surrounding expressway construction. With the MoU, Greenland has become the first Chinese property developer participating in overseas infrastructure projects.
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23 WINNER | BEST INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPER
Bandar Malaysia is an urban development project in the city of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and will be a key development zone in Malaysia. Malaysia is Greenland Group’s first investment destination in Southeast Asia. In 2015, the Group invested US$3.2 billion in Greenland Tebrau and Greenland Danga Bay, in Iskandar Malaysia. The Jade Palace Danga Bay project is situated on 13.6 acres of freehold land within Flagship A of Iskandar Malaysia. Once completed, the development will contain about 2,000 housing units. Meanwhile, Greenland Tebrau, which is envisioned as another “Global City” will feature office towers, apartments,
seafront villas, hotels, a retail village, an art and cultural center, schools, a children’s theme park and an ice-skating rink. Spread across 128 acres of land and to be developed over a span of 15 years, the mixed-use project is a joint venture between Iskandar Waterfront Holdings (IWH) and Greenland, with 20% and 80% stakes, respectively. The Group longer term plans include driving regrowth at a higher starting point and is striving to surpass 800 billion business operating income and over 50 billion profit by 2020, ranking among the world top 100 companies.
Meanwhile, Greenland Group will build itself into a respectable transnational company featuring sustainable development, outstanding benefit, global operation, pluralistic development and continuous innovation, and complete the significant transformation from “China’s Greenland” to the “World’s Greenland”.
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GSH Corporation Limited
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PROJECT NAME: Hometree CITY: Alam Kemuning, Shah Alam PROPERTY TYPE: Bungalow LAND TITLE: Residential TENURE: Leasehold BUILT UP: 4,942 – 7,063 sq ft TOTAL UNITS/LOTS: 101 DEVELOPER: BCB Berhad PHONE: 03-5525 5899 WEBSITE: www.hometree.com.my
(L - R) Kenneth Kent, Group Chief Finance Officer of iProperty.com presenting the ‘Best Residential Landed Development’ award to Tan Sri Dato Tan Seng Leong, Group Managing Director of BCB Bhd.
Hometree Located in the matured township of Kota Kemuning, the 150-acre HomeTree with a gross development value (GDV) of RM2.1 billion showcases perfect marriage between the environment and exclusive architectural design creating liveable stylish homes for generations to come. The development will feature 521 individually designed family villas and a commercial district once completed. To date, BCB has launched two residential projects within Hometree, namely the Long Branch and Broadleaf. Featuring 101 units and bearing a Gross Development Value (GDV) of RM278 million, the Long Branch homes are designed to suit multi-generation living within a 3-storey home. There are bedrooms and spaces allocated on each level of the house to accommodate the different generations in a family - guest rooms are on the ground floor, making it suitable for the elder generation due to easy accessibility; and there are bedrooms complete with a living room on the second floor, suitable for the younger generation’s children.
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27 WINNER | BEST RESIDENTIAL LANDED DEVELOPMENT
Long Branch’s cul-de-sac layout consists of 8 to 9 units of various designs. With an open gate design, the Long Branch homes create an extended space for children and adults to gather and interact with each other, fostering stronger community ties. The cul-de-sac concept also constrains vehicular speeds, therefore creating a quieter streetscape and a safer neighborhood for children to play in. Guaranteeing building excellence, the developer uses only quality material - robust and luxurious granite stones as well as quality timber look-alike cladding tiles are adopted for the car porch and external wall finishes. These finishes represent their contrasting characteristics in texture and tactility, which go well with one another. Ensuring high-quality workmanship, BCB has also adopted the QLASSIC (Quality Assessment System in Construction) system to measure and evaluate the workmanship quality of the Long Branch development.
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The high-end development is designed to be in harmony with nature, by having a generous amount of lush greenery, landscaped streets, pocket gardens and linear parks dotted with winding pathways through a centerpiece lake where families can spend quality time with their loved ones either by jogging, having a picnic or cycling.
Oriented to have the best view of a beautiful lake, the exclusive residents’ only clubhouse is designed from ground up to offer resort lifestyle within the city limits. The facilities in the clubhouse include a spacious function room and a fully equipped gym, both walled with glass and overlooking views of the swimming pool and the lake.
Bountiful open green spaces are thoughtfully created to accentuate the well-being of residents to have a positive impact on everyday lives. Taking its inspiration from a tree with its roots deep in the earth to symbolize life, with its branches to symbolize road networks and leaves as homes.
From a trendy pool party to a family BBQ gathering, the clubhouse is the place to entertain and impress. The drive home after a long day at work is a pleasure to behold, with wide landscaped streets canopied by tall leafy trees, welcoming residents to their luxurious sanctuary. All are closely monitored by patrolling guards and high-resolution CCTVs
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at its guardhouses while the entire development is surrounded by electronic fencing. Each villa meanwhile, is equipped with an alarm system that features a panic button, further giving peace of mind to residents. Hometree is poised to thrive in the mature township of Kota Kemuning – It is surrounded by an abundance of existing amenities such as Aeon Big Hypermarket, Chinese Taipei School, Columbia Asia Hospital, Malaysia Number 1 Golf Course, Kota Permai GCC and much more. Promising a life of easy conveniences, the development is also accessible via a strategic network of major roads and highways such as KESAS and LKSA Highway.
29 WINNER | BEST RESIDENTIAL LANDED DEVELOPMENT
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Best Residential Landed Development
Estuari by UEM Sunrise Berhad
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PROJECT NAME: The Clovers CITY: Sungai Ara, Penang PROPERTY TYPE: Condominium LAND TITLE: Residential TENURE: Freehold BUILT UP: 669 – 2,907 sq ft TOTAL UNITS/LOTS: 892 DEVELOPER: Asia Green Group PHONE: 04-262 2222 / 010-222 3236 WEBSITE: www.the-clovers.com
(L - R) Steve Su, Project Support Manager of Teka Malaysia presenting the ‘Best Residential High-Rise Development’ award to Tan Li Mei, Director of Asia Green Group.
The Clovers Featuring iconic architecture and a design layout that is inspired by its namesake, the rare four-leaf plant - The Clovers auspiciously signifies living in a sanctuary blessed with showers of good fortune, an abundance of love and bountiful hope. Situated in Sungai Ara, Penang, the strategically located development is just a few miles away from the Penang International Airport, Bayan Lepas Industrial Zone, malls, international schools and much more.
with the view of 2nd Penang Bridge and Penang Airport. Each tower comes with the auspicious sign of luck: Fortune, Faith and Hope, further enhancing the concept and branding of the Clovers. The units’ design incorporates a careful consideration of internal space, movement patterns and external space – making it perfect for family bonding without compromising individual space privacy. Featuring
‘To be in clover’ is a common idiom that means living a carefree life of ease, comfort, and prosperity elegant condominiums, and Asia Green has created something special that allows you to do just that. The Clovers is like a landed unit designed in the sky where every unit is a corner unit with views of their choice, especially
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luxurious layouts and finishings of a villa, every unit come with two private lifts, with access only from the unit foyer. The best attribute of living in The Clovers is the unparalleled nature-like features that seamlessly entwines the whole project - the distinct highlight being a lush 14,000 sq ft Jungle Trek that forges a path of serene tranquility through leafy surroundings.
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The developer is building a community where multi-generation families get to live together harmoniously and safely. The residential units and facilities are designed to cater for both children and the elderly with safety features. Such features include one of the biggest podiums at level 7 that’s allocated for greenery and recreational facilities with no vehicular obstruction, making it safe for both toddlers and the elderly to roam the area.
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The versatile range of facilities ensures life at The Clovers will be one lined with hours of endless fun. Sweat it out at the floating gym, which overlooks three large swimming pools below, dive in for a few laps in the infinity pool, or simply laze around in the Jacuzzi or leisure pool with your children. Have fun around the children pool and play with the water plays that are designed with the latest technology and safety measures. The young ones will also have loads of fun at the play area and playground while having a family gathering at the barbecue area. Sponsored by:
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There are more outdoor activities to indulge in like having a few outdoor games on the basketball court, little picnic at the jungle trek area, or chilling out at one of the cabanas.
Asia Green has established itself as a prominent Penang developer having completed several projects namely Asia Heights, Asia Hills, Hilltop Homes and several other projects.
The development is also thoughtfully designed with the elder generation in mind - The Clovers comes with extra open space that is equipped with features such as extra handrails, handicap ramps, handicap parking and other accessories specifically designed for senior living.
The public has associated the developer’s projects with immaculate landscape and greenery; functional design and private lifts have also become their projects’ trademark.
There are also various facilities that assist with a healthy lifestyle for the senior group such as a Physiotherapy room, jungle track and garden areas.
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If one prefers to stay indoor, dance, game and entertainment rooms are also at available for those wanting to spend more quality time with their family.
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Best Residential High-Rise Development
Elysia Park Residence by BCB Berhad
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Bennington Residences by SkyWorld Development Sdn Bhd
37 WINNER | BEST LUXURY HIGH RISE DEVELOPMENT
PROJECT NAME: Eaton Residences CITY: 28 Jalan Kia Peng, Kuala Lumpur PROPERTY TYPE: Serviced Apartment LAND TITLE: Residential TENURE: Leasehold BUILT UP: 635 – 2,982 sq ft TOTAL UNITS/LOTS: 632 DEVELOPER: GSH Corporation Limited
(L - R) Shawn Chang, General Manager of GSH Corporation Limited receiving the ‘Best Luxury High-Rise Development’ award from Shereen Wong, Head of Developer Sales (Central Region).
PHONE: 03-2633 3168 WEBSITE: www.eatonresidences.com.my
Eaton Residences Located along Embassy Row in the heart of KLCC and minutes to the uber-chic shopping belt of Bukit Bintang in the capital city’s triple-A precinct, Eaton Residences is a vision of true contemporary grandeur and functionality for purveyors of distinctive city living.
Presenting unblocked panoramic views of the Royal Selangor Golf Club and the famed Petronas Twin Towers, each unit boasts quality finishings. And designs. These include imported white marble in bathrooms as well as the living cum dining area, ducted air conditioners in the living and dining area and good segregation of spaces between living and dining area
At 52-storeys, Eaton Residences cuts a distinctive silhouette with its ultra luxe glass facade and iconic rooftop infinity pool – it is believed to be the first and only residential tower to have an all-glass cladding, as well as the first longest and highest cantilevered sky pool in Kuala Lumpur.
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The sky pool comprises an infinity edge lap pool, dip pool, wading pool as well as gourmet kitchen and sauna. With 632 versatile and privacy-centric living spaces from levels 9 to 50, Eaton Residences redefines modern urban living. This is where the well-heeled can enjoy the company of friends and loved ones with gastronomic experiences at the lush pavilion on level 8 or simply indulge in a good book at the organic shaped
Sky Terrace deck on level 33a. Fitness buffs can work out at the rooftop gym overlooking the infinity pool at level 51. Other facilities include a jogging path, fitness stations, steam room and infinity edge lap pool. It is also within walking distance to the Twin Towers mass rapid transit (MRT) station of the upcoming MRT Line 2. Its developer, GSH Corporation Limited is listed on the Mainboard of Singapore
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Exchange and is a growing property developer in Southeast Asia with the corporate vision to create world-class spaces for living, business and leisure. The Group owns and operates the Sutera Harbour Resort in Kota Kinabalu and leads a consortium that owns GSH Plaza – a landmark commercial property in the heart of Singapore’s financial business district, Raffles Place. GSH also has three other properties currently under development in Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu.
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Ferringhi Residence 2 by Mah Sing Group Berhad
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PROJECT NAME: The Clovers CITY: Sungai Ara, Penang PROPERTY TYPE: Condominium LAND TITLE: Residential TENURE: Freehold BUILT UP: 669 – 2,907 sq ft TOTAL UNITS/LOTS: 892 DEVELOPER: Asia Green Group PHONE: 04-262 2222 / 010-222 3236 WEBSITE: www.the-clovers.com
(L - R) Tan Li Mei, Director of Asia Green Group receiving the ‘Best Northern Development’ award from Harmit Singh, Chief Information Officer of iProperty. com.
The Clovers Featuring iconic architecture and a design layout that is inspired by its namesake, the rare four-leaf plant The Clovers auspiciously signifies living in a sanctuary blessed with showers of good fortune, an abundance of love and bountiful hope. Situated in Sungai Ara, Penang, the strategically located
development is just a few miles away from the Penang International Airport, Bayan Lepas Industrial Zone, malls, international schools and much more. ‘To be in clover’ is a common idiom that means living a carefree life of ease, comfort, and prosperity elegant
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condominiums, and Asia Green has created something special that allows you to do just that. The Clovers is like a landed unit designed in the sky where every unit is a corner unit with views of their choice, especially with the view of 2nd Penang Bridge and Penang Airport.
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Each tower comes with the auspicious sign of luck: Fortune, Faith and Hope, further enhancing the concept and branding of the Clovers. The units’ design incorporates a careful consideration of internal space, movement patterns and external space – making it perfect for family bonding without compromising individual space privacy. Featuring luxurious layouts and finishings of a villa, every unit come with two private lifts, with access only from the unit foyer. The best attribute of living in The Clovers is the unparalleled nature-like features that seamlessly entwines the whole project - the distinct highlight being a lush 14,000 sq ft Jungle Trek that forges a path of serene tranquility through leafy surroundings. The developer is building a community where multi-generation families get to live together harmoniously and safely. The residential units and facilities are designed to cater for both children and the elderly with safety features. Such features include one of the biggest
podiums at level 7 that’s allocated for greenery and recreational facilities with no vehicular obstruction, making it safe for both toddlers and the elderly to roam the area. The versatile range of facilities ensures life at The Clovers will be one lined with hours of endless fun. Sweat it out at the floating gym, which overlooks three large swimming pools below, dive in for a few laps in the infinity pool, or simply laze around in the Jacuzzi or leisure pool with your children. Have fun around the children pool and play with the water plays that are designed with the latest technology and safety measures. The young ones will also have loads of fun at the play area and playground while having a family gathering at the barbecue area. There are more outdoor activities to indulge in like having a few outdoor games on the basketball court, little picnic at the jungle trek area, or chilling out at one of the cabanas. The development is also thoughtfully designed with the elder generation
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in mind - The Clovers comes with extra open space that is equipped with features such as extra handrails, handicap ramps, handicap parking and other accessories specifically designed for senior living. There are also various facilities that assist with a healthy lifestyle for the senior group such as a Physiotherapy room, jungle track and garden areas. If one prefers to stay indoor, dance, game and entertainment rooms are also at available for those wanting to spend more quality time with their family. Asia Green has established itself as a prominent Penang developer having completed several projects namely Asia Heights, Asia Hills, Hilltop Homes and several other projects. The public has associated the developer’s projects with immaculate landscape and greenery; functional design and private lifts have also become their projects’ trademark. With the completion of The Clovers, Asia Green will be setting a new benchmark for condo living.
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One Imperial Condominium by Ideal Property Group
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PROJECT NAME: The Elysia Park Residence CITY: Medini, Iskandar Puteri, Johor PROPERTY TYPE: Condominium LAND TITLE: Residential TENURE: Leasehold BUILT UP: 515 – 1,258 sq ft TOTAL UNITS/LOTS: 981 DEVELOPER: BCB Berhad PHONE: 07-509 9398 WEBSITE: www.elysiamedini.com.my
(L - R) Low Kok Yung, Group Finance Director of BCB Bhd receiving the ‘Best Southern Development’ award from Melvin Liew, Director of SAM Properties.
The Elysia Park Residence Sitting on a prime piece of 7.82-acre land in Medini, is the exclusive BCB Berhad high rise development, Elysia Park Residence. Aimed at providing quality lifestyle with top branded fittings, this project will be completed by end 2019. There are eight unit layouts to choose from with built-up sizes ranging from 516 sq ft to 1,258 sq ft – making it ideal for first-time homeowners, young couples and small families. All in all, there are a total of 981 units available and the leasehold tenure for the development is 129 years long. Elysia boasts an environment of sleek and modern architecture, landscaping and design. The unit interiors are furnished with high-quality fixtures and fittings where each layout bearing its own characteristic and charm and the living space is designed with style equipped with modern comfort to create a cozy and elegant ambiance. Sponsored by:
Both the design of the surroundings and the orientation of each unit have been carefully crafted to bring in amazing views of mountains and city skylines. During the day, residents will find themselves surrounded by palm trees and potted
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plants that line the azure swimming pool - bringing a sense of warmth and peacefulness while after dark they will feel bathed in serenity as the city skyline glisters against the backdrop. Located adjacent to the development is the 4.8-acre Mahkota Park; providing residents of Elysia Park with exquisite park life living in style. The presence of the park allows residents to embrace nature more closely in an urban setting and further enhances the natural character of the place as well as the quality of life of the community. Perched in the centre of the uphill park is the iconic crown-fountain that has been built to commemorate the coronation of the Sultan of Johor, a unique feature of the landscape. A comprehensive multitiered security system and a 24-hour security monitoring service are put in place to ensure the security and safety of residents. Residents with an affinity for nature will enjoy the unique Sky Garden concept in addition to the beautifully crafted spaces, which is comforting for taking a good rest after a long day. Residents can
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also relax by taking a dip in the refreshing lap pool or sunken jacuzzi. Capitalising on its strategic location in Medini, The Elysia Park Residence is an ideal residential choice not only for locals but also for medical tourists. Designed as the Central Business District (CBD)
of Iskandar Puteri, Iskandar Malaysia, Medini is now equipped with new roads and access to highways.
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Elysia Park Residence is easily accessed via the Iskandar Coastal Highway, Eastern Dispersal Link (EDL) and Johor Bahru East Coast Highway. The development is only
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a 5-minutes drive from the Second Link Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) toll. It will be connected to the future Singapore-KL High-Speed Rail and there is an upcoming development of a coastal highway as well. Elysia is located close to several catalyst projects that not only increases its property value but also enhance the quality of life for those in the area. Just next door is the 300 bed Gleneagles Medini Hospital, which offers a comprehensive range of medical and healthcare services. Furthermore, it is located near the Iskandar Malaysia’s educational hub, Educity.
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Other nearby developments include Puteri Harbour Family Theme Park, Kota Iskandar administrative center, Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios, Avira Resort Wellness Centre, Mall of Medini, Ascendas Nusajaya Tech Park and the Southern Industrial and Logistics Clusters (SiLC). All these world-class amenities and excellent connectivity provide a large growing catchment for the Elysia especially when Iskandar Puteri’s population is forecasted to growth 500,000 by 2025.
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TriTower Residence @ Johor Bahru Sentral by SKS Group
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PROJECT NAME: Sunway Iskandar CITY: Medini, Johor PROPERTY TYPE: Township TENURE: Leasehold TOTAL DEVELOPMENT LAND SIZE: 1,800 acres DEVELOPER: Sunway Berhad PHONE: 03-509 6575
(L - R) Gerard Soosay, Chief Executive Officer of Sunway Iskandar Sdn Bhd receiving the ‘Best Township Development’ award from Melvin Liew, Director of SAM Properties.
WEBSITE: www.sunwayiskandar.com
Sunway Iskandar The 1,800-acre Sunway Iskandar is envisioned to be the quintessence of good living in Iskandar Malaysia. Fronting the Straits of Johor, traversed by the 7km Pendas River, the township is surrounded by a riverine estate, unmatched in natural beauty.
This master plan brings luxurious city lifestyle in nature with spacious homes and more landscaping for all residents to enjoy with a plot ratio of one. 70% of the township is allocated for residential purposes while the remaining 30% is for commercial units.
With a GDV of RM30 billion and encompassing over 1,800 acres of land, it offers a world-class city balanced with the beauty of nature, making it a truly Nature’s Capital City in Iskandar. A total 700 acres of equatorial rainforest will be integrated into the township with natural elements such as the emerald lake, mangrove forest, Pendas River and Straits of Johor.
Sunway Iskandar will be developed in 6 precincts - The Capital, The Parkview The Lakeview, The Riverside, The Seafront and The Marketplace. At the Lakeview Precinct, the 20-acre Emerald Lake takes center stage. Fronting the lake are modern stylish residential and commercial spaces. In the heart of the township lies the Capital Precinct which presents a set of themed hotels,
a business park, an education park and a medical park. The Parkview Precinct provides a community for botanical living with well-maintained lawns and flowering gardens while the Riverside Precinct features a residential area with the 7km Pendas River surrounded by mangroves and tropical vegetation. The Seafront Precinct showcasing a 5km beachfront overlooking Singapore consists of exclusive homes and commercial spaces with expansive views and is set to host the Ecological Theme Park. At the Marketplace Precinct, serenity and urbanity merge whereby residents enjoy their one-stop hub for retail and commercial facilities such as paved piazzas, boutiques, galleries and artisan shops.
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Sunway Iskandar is expected to provide excellent connectivity to the residents and business owners with a distance of only 5km away from the Second Link via the Coastal Highway Southern Link (CHSL). The township will be even more connected to major destinations when the Singapore-Johor Bahru Rapid Transit System (RTS) proposed by Sunway is completed. The township is also situated within close proximity to established attractions including Legoland Malaysia, Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios, Puteri Harbour and a wide selection of golf resorts.
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In addition, the development provides easy access to quality education institutes such as Sunway International School Sunway Iskandar, Newcastle University Medical Malaysia, Marlborough College Malaysia as well as high-valued employment and business opportunities. Since its launch in 2014, Sunway Iskandar has achieved numerous milestones. When the Citrine mixed development was introduced, the developer witnessed a successful sell-out of the Citrine office suites just within weeks of the launch. From then on, development has been on
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track and Sunway have also introduced the Education element of the township with the Sunway International School (SIS) Sunway Iskandar in the same year. In 2015, Sunway launched its first landed properties and retails shops next to the Emerald Lake under the “Emerald Collections”, namely, Emerald Residence & Emerald Boulevard. Situated on a hilltop with an exclusive lake view, Emerald Residence is a lowdensity development which comprises 222 units of Link Homes, Courtyard Homes, Garden Villas, Link Semi-D and
Semi-Detached Homes that comes with a private clubhouse. Emerald Boulevard aims to be a prominent retail hub with flexible workspaces designed with versatility and style that features unique rooftop terraces. These retail shops are ideal for various business needs such as retail outlets, designer showrooms, as well as creative workspaces. The central boulevard, also known as the Urban Street Bazaar, features modern conveniences for nearby residences and office workers.
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Aside to this, Sunway Iskandar also launched the first 100 quality prefabricated landed homes in Malaysia in Q42016, which will be developed by Daiwa House Industry Co Ltd (DHICL), a top pre-fabricated homebuilder in Japan. Known as the Sakura Residences, these homes will be built within the Parkview Precinct. Coupled with Sunway’s unique business model - build, own and operate that ensures the sustainability of the communities it builds, and its partnership with Khazanah Nasional Berhad and Iskandar Investment Berhad (IIB), Sunway Iskandar is poised to be the proxy for Iskandar Malaysia. Sunway is also one of the largest land owners in Iskandar Puteri, Iskandar Malaysia.
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Best Township Development
Meridin East by Mah Sing Group Berhad
Hometree by BCB Berhad
16 Sierra by IOI Properties Group Berhad
Sunsuria City by Sunsuria Berhad
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PROJECT NAME: Tropicana Gardens CITY: Kota Damansara, Selangor PROPERTY TYPE: Mixed Development LAND TITLE: Commercial TENURE: Leasehold BUILT UP: 597– 2,724 sq ft TOTAL UNITS/LOTS: 1,426 DEVELOPER: Tropicana Corporation Berhad
(L - R) Hee Jen Wei, Head of B2B Business Development and IPTV Product Marketing of Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd presenting the ‘Best Mixed Development’ award to Ung Lay Ting, Executive Director of Marketing and Sales and Business Development of Tropicana Corp Bhd.
PHONE: 03-7880 0989 WEBSITE: www.tropicanagardens.com.my
Tropicana Gardens Tropicana Gardens is strategically located within Kota Damansara, a pulsating township with a strong population of 600,000 people. Set to be the leading light and centre stage of Kota Damansara, Tropicana Gardens is a glittering integrated masterplan which combines serviced residences, a 1 million sq ft shopping mall, offices and urban gardens in a single location. Sprawled over a prime 17-acre site, Tropicana Gardens dramatically fuses its architecture with abundant public space and lush landscaping, thus creating a premier live, work and play district for an exciting blend of lifestyle experiences. The design of the Tropicana Gardens shopping mall was conceptualised by world-renowned The Jerde Partnership – a visionary architecture and urban planning firm that designs memorable places where people can gather and experience a sense of community. Inspired by the Grand Canyon, the organic and curvilinear forms create a refreshing ambiance and stunning vistas. The 5-level shopping mall will offer a myriad of retail therapy and entertainment, as well as other outdoor
recreation and alfresco dining. Upon arrival, visitors are welcomed through an organic vision of landscaped plazas and gentle canopies of trees.
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density phase yet, Dianthus promises renewed exclusivity with 271 units spanning across 27 levels. Unit sizes range from a practical 601 sq ft to 981 sq ft and 1,401 sq ft, making them ideal for a myriad of modern profiles and family sizes.
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Residents at Dianthus will enjoy more than 30 lavish facilities such as thematic pools, yoga deck, Jacuzzi, children’s playground, sauna and steam room spread over the Level 6 Recreational Promenade and the Level 31 Sky Sanctuary.
living by reducing energy & water consumption, improving air quality, sustainable site planning and other innovations.
For residents who love to entertain or those looking for the perfect R&R, the sky sanctuary level offers spectacular views of the Petaling Jaya skyline and overlooks the Seri Selangor golf course.
Features such as full-height windows are designed to harvest natural lighting and ventilation; while laminated glass window with low emissivity coating and aluminum screens reduce solar heat gains. Water-efficient sanitary fittings and rainwater harvesting reduce water consumption.
Tropicana Gardens has obtained the Green Building Index (GBI) certification. This means that these buildings are designed and constructed with green features which promote sustainable
An interesting use of low-water-use native plant species saves water and reduces maintenance time and costs as well as encourages biodiversity by offering a habitat potential for birds and
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butterflies. Not only will residents save on their utility bills, they will also enjoy a healthy and sustainable lifestyle. As a transit-oriented development, Tropicana Gardens enjoys excellent connectivity to all parts of Klang Valley. Situated along Persiaran Surian, it is easily accessible via the North Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE), Lebuhraya Damansara-Puchong (LDP), Sprint Highway and Penchala Link. Unlike other developments, Tropicana Gardens is directly linked to the Surian MRT Station for maximum convenience. Upon the completion of the first phase of the Sungai Buloh-Kajang MRT Line this year, residents and visitors will find it easier to move around.
Tropicana Gardens also appeals to families due to its close proximity to other affluent neighbourhoods with good schools, shopping malls, hypermarkets, medical centres and recreational clubs in the surrounding. The developer undertook the building of the 6-acre St Joseph Institution International School Malaysia campus with world-class facilities next to the Tropicana Golf & Country Resort, providing residents with Lasallian holistic education from foundation to secondary schooling.
with lush landscaping and exciting forms. Although each district is clearly delineated, each district in Tropicana Gardens has a distinct role and co-exists organically; creating an uninterrupted self-contained experience.
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The township is set to be the new urban of Kota Damansara - it integrates retail, F&B, entertainment, commercial and residential districts
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Best Mixed Development
Southville City @ KL South by Mah Sing Group Berhad
Encorp Strand by Encorp Berhad
Tropicana Gardens by Tropicana Corporation Berhad
Tropicana Metropark by Tropicana Corporation Berhad
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64 BEST WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT | WINNER
PROJECT NAME: D’ Island Residence CITY: Puchong, Selangor PROPERTY TYPE: Township LAND TITLE: Residential TENURE: Leasehold DEVELOPER: LBS Bina Group Berhad PHONE: 1700-81-8998 WEBSITE: www.d-island.com.my
(L - R) Datuk Lim Mooi Pang, Executive Director of LBS Bina Group Bhd receiving the ‘Best Waterfront Development’ award from Leon Kong, General Manager of Agent Sales of iProperty.com.
D’ Island Residence The D’ Island Residence in Puchong is a 175-acre township that is surrounded by 1,000 acres of open water, connected to the mainland only via a small portion of land, creating an exclusive islandthemed retreat that is still close to city conveniences. Located in the rapidly growing Puchong district - D’ Island is only 32km southwest of Kuala Lumpur City Centre and 13km from the Puchong District Centre. The township is sited between Taman Putra Prima and Taman Putra Perdana.
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The development’s location is also strikingly strategic whereby it is connected efficiently to major neighbourhoods via 5 major highways, namely KESAS, MEX, SKVE, ELITE and LDP, connecting residents to Subang Jaya (15km); Cyberjaya (17km); Putrajaya (20km); KLCC (30km) and KLIA (50km) and more. D’ Island Residence is also within close proximity to a variety of schools, tertiary education centers, medical facilities, commercial hubs and hotels.
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The most beautiful part of this lakeside township is that it is a conservation project, developed on a plot of land that was previously a tin mine. The outcome of this development is a first-of-itskind island resort themed township, surrounded by a vast lake that was restored by LBS Bina Group Berhad. The developer also wanted to make an impact on the environment by ensuring energy-efficient designs and fittings were used throughout the township. Most landed homes at
D’ Island Residence come with rainwater catchment systems and are designed to allow for maximum natural ventilation and lighting to conserve energy. With seven different types of home offered at various price levels, there is something for everyone. Purchasers could select from the following: • Apicalia – three-storey super link homes • Balvia – three-storey semi-detached homes
• Nautilus – three-storey super link homes • Corallia – two-storey semi-detached homes • Skyvilla – high-rise serviced apartments • Harbour Front – mixed development comprising a commercial centre, office spaces and serviced residences • Bungalow Lots - to build your dream island home on The homes and surrounding public areas are designed to ensure a safe and sustainable environment that caters
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to each family’s changing needs and a community where families will feel a sense of belonging with a friendly environment for residents to interact. With the careful orientation of the Corallia homes toward the North and South orientation, the homes are prevented from getting struck by the direct heat of the rising and setting sun. This allows for a greater consistency in temperature throughout the day and ultimately reduces the overall energy
consumption by residents to cool the interiors. As all landed properties have access to the cool breeze of the lake and surrounded by ample foliage, the temperature near the ground is lessened to a certain extent. Being surrounded by 1,000 acres of water also provides additional temperature control within the area, lowering temperatures overall within the township.
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The gentle breeze, clear sunny skies and views of the pristine lake further enhance the feeling of being on an island. As the township is isolated from the mainland, it also gives the residents more privacy, allowing them to retreat from the bustle of the city and unwind in the comfort of their own waterfront home. Most importantly, residents of D’ Island Residence - Island Retreat, urban Charm will get to experience a higher quality of living, better experiences and the need to belong in a better community.
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Greenland Jade Palace by Greenland Group Malaysia
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69 WINNER | BEST VALUE DEVELOPMENT
PROJECT NAME: SkyAwani CITY: Jalan Sentul Pasar, Kuala Lumpur PROPERTY TYPE: Mixed Development LAND TITLE: Residential TENURE: Leasehold BUILT UP: 800 sq ft TOTAL UNITS/LOTS: 1,226 DEVELOPER: SkyWorld Development Sdn Bhd
(L - R) Lee Chee Seng, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director of SkyWorld Development Sdn Bhd receiving the ‘Best Value Development’ award from Kul Singh, General Manager of Developer and Media Sales.
PHONE: 03-4270 9968 WEBSITE: www.skyawani.com.my
SkyAwani SkyAwani Residence gives a whole new meaning to urban living. Located on a choice parcel in the heart of Sentul, its chic residential address will soon reset the pace for modern living. Situated close to many established upmarket suburbs, SkyAwani Residence will doubtless be a desirable address. A mere 9 km drive from Kuala Lumpur City Centre, it also enjoys the convenience of connectivity via main highways, LRT and KTM stations. SkyAwani Residence is created as a selfcontained, modern environment. SkyAwani is made complete with vital amenities and excellent connectivity. The development is surrounded by a full array of amenities like schools, colleges, medical institutions and shopping malls. It is very strategically located in a fairly quiet neighbourhood and yet well accessible via the DUKE expressway. This 5.78-acre development consists of 1,226 residential units and 28 lots of shop offices. Style and comfort greet you the moment you enter the main door with thoughtfully designed layouts, well-aligned spaces, and windows that allow light and breeze into the room.
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The stylish and sizable units feature a 800 sq ft layout with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Adhering to the construction standards of Quality Assessment System in Construction (QLASSIC) based on Construction Industry Standard (CIS 7:2014), the workmanship and build
quality of the construction work are reliably consistent and top notch. A great time awaits you and your family here - whether it is active or contemplative, team games or family fun, you will be pampered with 3 acres facility deck equipped with numerous full-fledged condo facilities. These include an infinity pool, floating gym,
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badminton court, a games room, children’s playground, multipurpose hall, a meditation garden, herbs garden and a BBQ garden. SkyAwani is a place for you to call home; a gated and guarded residence with 2-tier security system and 24-hour CCTV surveillance will provide residents with a peace of mind at all times.
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Best Value Development
Melia Residences by UEM Sunrise Sdn Bhd
BSP21 by LBS Bina Group Berhad
Albury 1, Mahkota Hills by United Malayan Land Bhd
Putra 1, Bandar Seri Putra by United Malayan Land Bhd
Almyra Residence by IOI Properties Group Berhad
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74 BEST GREEN DEVELOPMENT | WINNER
PROJECT NAME: SkyLuxe On The Park CITY: Bukit Jalil PROPERTY TYPE: Serviced Apartment LAND TITLE: Commercial TENURE: Freehold BUILT UP: 661 – 1,224 sq ft TOTAL UNITS/LOTS: 477 DEVELOPER: SkyWorld Development Sdn Bhd PHONE: 03-4270 9968 WEBSITE: skyluxe.com.my
(L - R) Ahmad Izdihar Supaat, President of Malaysia Green Building Confederation presenting the ‘Best Green Development’ award to Siew Chee Seng, Chief Finance Officer of SkyWorld Development Sdn Bhd.
SkyLuxe On The Park SkyLuxe as its name suggests sits on a 1.85-acre of freehold land, surrounded by the 80-acre Bukit Jalil Recreational Park and opposite the 165-acre 18-hole Bukit Jalil Golf & Country Resort. It is the epitome of luxury sky living with rolling vistas of green around it. Located on the matured Bukit Jalil area, future residents will be spoilt for choice when it comes to facilities, amenities and its great connectivity to all the major seven highways.
garden, a picturesque garden, herb and BBQ deck. All units also come with a square layout to maximise space usage and selected units come with bespoke balconies for that added connection to the outdoor view. Integrated sky living experience is made all the better with SkyLuxe being surrounded by an abundance of amenities & facilities.
Inspired by the lush flora and fauna, the building offers nature’s habitat facilities such as maze garden, water cascades entrance statement, spider web themed facilities podium, play web, cantilevered gym, ulam terrace (urban farming - ulam plants to promote more greens), infinity pool with floating cocoon, a pavilion
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The Pavilion Mall 2 is just two-minute away via the link bridge at the park (0.5km away). Also within walking distance is the Awan Besar LRT station, located just 1.2km away. There are various schools and malls within a 5-km radius, namely International Medical University (IMU); Bukit Jalil Sports School; Paradigm KL OUG and The Mines.
75 WINNER | BEST GREEN DEVELOPMENT
Supported by:
iProperty.com Malaysia People’s Choice Awards 2016
76 BEST GREEN DEVELOPMENT | WINNER
Supported by:
iProperty.com Malaysia People’s Choice Awards 2016
77 WINNER | BEST GREEN DEVELOPMENT
Supported by:
iProperty.com Malaysia People’s Choice Awards 2016
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FINALISTS
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Best Green Development
The Leafz @ Sungai Besi by Exsim Development Sdn Bhd
iProperty.com Malaysia People’s Choice Awards 2016
The Rafflesia@Hill by MK Land Holdings Berhad
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