The 20th edition of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series has culminated in spectacular style at its Grand Final, distinguishing sublime real estate achievements across the region.

After a landmark journey through 13 property markets, the 2025 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final set apart Asia’s outstanding developers, developments, and designs in ceremonies today at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.

Commemorating 20 years of recognising achievements in real estate, the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final featured over 90 categories celebrating the “Best in Asia,” in line with PropertyGuru’s vision of powering communities to live, work, and thrive in tomorrow’s cities. Finalists were chosen from the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards’ series of galas and events across the region.

Henderson Land Development Company Limited from Hong Kong brought home the prestigious golden statuette of Best Developer (Asia). The Legacy – 8 Castle Road, Mid Levels, Henderson Land Development Company Limited’s ultra-luxurious joint venture with leading developer New World Development Company Limited, achieved a double victory in the development and design categories.

One Central Macau Revamp by Properties Sub F, Limited, a joint venture of Hongkong Land Group and Shun Tak Development Limited, also won and represented the Chinese special administrative regions. Design innovation from Mainland China was prominently recognised this year, with wins for top design practices Benoy, CAN Design, J&A Design, and Lead8.

With a total of 17 Best in Asia titles, Malaysia was the top-performing country at the 2025 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final. JLand Group emerged victorious as Best Industrial Developer (Asia), winning for its township development Bandar Dato’ Onn. MTD Properties and Faire Development were named Best Affordable Residential Developer (Asia) and Best Breakthrough Developer (Asia), respectively.

Malaysia’s honours were spread across diverse developments emphasising connectivity, sustainability, multi-generational flexibility, and premium living experiences. Other winning companies included Armani Group; Astaka Kimlun Sdn Bhd; City Motors Group; Exal (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd; IIB Land Sdn. Bhd.; Malton Berhad; Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS); Platinum Victory; R&F Development Sdn Bhd; Sime Darby Property; and TRX City Sdn Bhd.

Indonesia followed closely with 15 wins for developers across the archipelago. Winners demonstrated their prowess in building live-work-play communities, with Paramount Land named Best Township Developer (Asia) and Sinar Mas Land winning for the townships BSD City and Grand Wisata. Sinar Mas Land also scored a joint win with Hongkong Land for Botanic Villa at NavaPark.

Putragaya Wahana, hailed Best Commercial Developer (Asia), earned multiple wins for the superblock Thamrin Nine, home to Indonesia’s tallest buildings. Winning projects by Mandiri Land, Masgroup, Summarecon Group, and Triniti Land set high benchmarks for affordable, mid-end, high-end, and eco-conscious living, as well as hospitality.

With 14 wins, developers from Vietnam rose as another formidable force at the Grand Final, led by CapitaLand Development (Vietnam), winner of Best Sustainable Developer (Asia) and multiple honours for the projects Orchard Grand, Orchard Mansion, The Fullton, and The Orchard. Gamuda Land Vietnam won Best Community Developer (Asia), reinforced by projects such as Central Park and Springville. Nomura Real Estate Vietnam, awarded Best International Partner Developer (Asia), was additionally recognised for The Komorebi. Projects from Ecopark Founder and KD Investment Joint Stock Company rounded out the elite winners from Vietnam.

Singapore developers received 11 wins, including Best Residential Developer (Asia) for UOL Group Limited. Parktown Residence, a venture of CapitaLand Development, UOL Group Limited, and Singapore Land Group Limited, scored three wins while Upperhouse at Orchard Boulevard delivered a joint win for UOL Group Limited and Singapore Land Group Limited. IOI Properties Singapore meanwhile achieved three wins across the projects IOI Central Boulevard Towers and W Residences Marina View. Honours for Allgreen Properties and The Assembly Place further underscored real estate excellence in the city-state.

Developers across the Philippines won 10 Best in Asia titles. Robinsons Land received four titles, including the Best Luxury Developer (Asia) award and wins for The Mall | NUSTAR; The Victor at Bridgetowne; and work.able GBF Center 1. Robinsons Hotels and Resorts was named Best Hospitality Developer (Asia) while RLC Residences, a Robinsons Land subsidiary, won for Sync and The Residences at The Westin Manila. Winning developments from Aboitiz Economic Estates, Aboitiz Land, Inc., and FIESTA Communities Incorporated showcased the Philippines’ impressive progress in industrial development and housing connectivity.

Thailand developers earned seven Best in Asia wins, led by Reignwood Group, winner of Best Luxury Mega Township Development (Asia) for Reignwood Park. Thailand’s wins underlined development innovations and architectural excellence throughout the kingdom, exemplified by luxurious homes and coastal residences by AP (Thailand) Public Company Limited, Pruksa Real Estate Public Company Limited, Triya, and Tropical Life Real Estate Co., Ltd. Solidifying Thailand’s stature as a premier retail destination, Lead8 was honoured for its design on Parade at One Bangkok.

Supaluck Umpujh, chairwoman of The Mall Group, received the PropertyGuru Icon Award from the editorial team of Property Report by PropertyGuru. The 2017 Thailand Real Estate Personality of the Year returned to the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards in recognition of her recent iconic achievements in mixed-use and retail development, including the award-winning EM District in Bangkok.

Eterno Property Group represented Australia’s enduring cross-border appeal to property seekers with wins for its projects Munro House and The Newlands. Eve Residences by Homecorp was recognised for its impressive views along the Australian coast.

From Japan, JY Suites Tsutenkaku by Jean Yip Developments won the Best Affordable Condo Development (Asia) award while Four Seasons Hotel Osaka by Curiosity won Best Hospitality Interior Design (Asia).

Representing Sri Lanka, Home Lands Group of Companies was named Best Lifestyle Developer (Asia) while Pentara Model Apartment by Urbanspace Interiors Pvt Ltd. won Best Condo Interior Design (Asia).

From the Middle East, The Chedi Private Residences, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates by Chedi Hospitality won Best Branded Residential Development (Asia).

Jules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “We conclude the landmark 20th edition of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series on a highly positive note, echoing industry resilience in over 600 awards across 13 distinct real estate markets that continue to overcome headwinds and capitalise on strategic opportunities in the current cycle. This year’s Best in Asia winners showcase record-setting skyscrapers, large-scale townships, transit-oriented developments, premium and affordable homes, flexible spaces, and urban landmarks, designed with ambition for long-term value and guided by environmental and social considerations. We look forward to the new standards of sustainable development that developers in Asia will deliver over the next 20 years.”

Thien Duong, chairperson of the Grand Final jury and general director, GroupGSA (Vietnam), said: “The distinguished winners of the 20th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final have expertly answered the regional demand for experiential living, wellness integration, and future-proofed design. From integrated live-work-play communities to ultra-luxurious addresses and immersive sales galleries, the collective momentum is toward more sustainable, people-centric, and technologically adaptive projects. Our awardees demonstrate that exceptional master-planning, architecture, interior design, and landscaping can be achieved at any scale, ultimately driving tenant retention, buyer attraction, and the creation of civic assets that enrich the urban fabric. Congratulations to the Best in Asia.”

The winners were selected by a jury comprising the head judges of participating markets in the Awards: Thien Duong; Ajai A Kapoor, CEO, 360 degrees – Real Estate Services (India); Cyndy Tan Jarabata, president of TAJARA Leisure & Hospitality Group Inc. (Philippines); Doddy A. Tjahjadi, managing director, PTI Architects (Indonesia); Eddie Guillemette, CEO, Midori no Ki (Japan); Datuk Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail, president, Malaysian Institute of Architects: 2020-2022 (Malaysia); Ivan Lam​, executive director, international business, Charter Keck Cramer (Australia); Ken Ip, chairman, Asia MarTech Society (Mainland China); Dr. Nirmal De Silva, director and CEO, Paramount Realty (Sri Lanka); Paul Tse, president, Macao Association of Building Contractors and Developers (Hong Kong and Macau); Roy Ling, CEO, board director, and adjunct professor, FollowTrade (Singapore); and Suphin Mechuchep, strategic real estate advisor (Thailand).

HLB, the global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers, upheld the integrity of the awards. Paul Ashburn of HLB International Real Estate Group and Sakanphon Fueangwong of HLB Thailand oversaw the selection process.

The PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final is supported by platinum sponsor Sub-Zero & Wolf SEA; official portal partner PropertyGuru; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partners Bridges, BusinessWorld, d+a Magazine, Detik.com, Hot Magazine, Inquirer Property, Kompas.com, Kopi and Property, Luxury Society of Asia, Manila Bulletin, Niaga Times, Penang Property Talk, Prop2morrow, REm Thailand, SquareRooms, Tatler Asia Homes, TerraBKK, The Grid, The Malaysia Voice, The Philippine Star, and Top10 of Asia; official courier EZY Express; and official supervisor HLB.

The 11th edition of the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit (ARES 2025), supported by Sybarite Architects, highlighted PropertyGuru Week 2025 in the company of experts and industry leaders from across Asia Pacific.

Also known as the thought leadership platform of PropertyGuru Group, ARES 2025 took over The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok for a full day of expert talks, panel discussions, keynote presentations, and networking sessions on 11 December. The Summit served as a prelude to the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final and International Luncheon, both held on 12 December, which gathered the finest real estate developers and design practices from 13 property markets across Asia Pacific.

Delving into this year’s theme of “Trusted Marketplaces and Thriving Communities,” ARES 2025 attracted over 400 delegates eager to converse about topics at the intersection of property, technology, and design.

Syetarn Hansakul, senior analyst for South-East Asia at The Economist Intelligence Corporate Network, opened ARES 2025 with macro insights on a year of global challenges and outlook for the region heading into 2026.

Simon Mitchell, co-founder of award-winning design practice Sybarite Architects, then put the Design Spotlight firmly on “The Power of Place,” highlighting award-winning commissions such as SKP Wuhan.

A panel discussion, “The Brand Premium,” followed, with Bill Barnett, managing director of C9 Hotelworks, as moderator. Leading voices from the hospitality industry discussed the way branded residences are rewriting the rules of value: Jael Fischer, head of development for Asia Pacific at Six Senses; Lee Lin, regional director for APAC at Nobu Hospitality; Penny Trinh, vice president of mixed-use development at Marriott International; and Saowarin Chanprakaisi, vice president of business development at The Ascott Limited.

In one of the Summit’s most anticipated portions, broadcast personality Duncan James Simpson, founder and director of CyberAI, addressed data security in an AI-driven market.

The afternoon featured a panel on rethinking equity in Asian real estate, moderated by Dr. Nai Jia Lee, head of real estate intelligence at PropertyGuru Group. Contributing to the conversation were Dr. Jing Yu, deputy chief of the Bangkok Programme Office of UN-Habitat; Marine Novita, co-founder and president director of MilikiRumah; Dr. Tan Tee Khoon, executive council member of the Singapore Institute of Estate Agents; and Anton Wormann, founder and CEO of Anton in Japan Media.

Further discussions examined the wellness edge in developing communities, moderated by Viona Zhang, deputy managing director of C9 Hotelworks. The panel comprised Christine Li, head of APAC research at Knight Frank; Dino Sukosol, co-owner and director of Sukosol Hotels; Kevin Tai, licensed physical therapist and Mister Global Taiwan 2023; and Pim Asavahame, host of the Pimchology podcast.

Ambassador Chantale Wong, former US executive director to the Asian Development Bank, joined the subsequent panel on resilient cities in the era of digital economies. Moderated by Sumitha Soorian, chief marketing and commercial officer of Headland, Phuket, the panel also included fresh perspectives from Cyndy Tan Jarabata, president of Tajara Leisure and Hospitality Group; Diep Do, green and resilient building program lead in Vietnam and Thailand for the International Finance Corporation; and Sanjay Popli, co-founder and group CEO of Cryptomind.

The summit concluded with an international keynote from two-time Olympic gold medallist Panipak “Tennis” Wongpattanakit, who spoke about building resilience through sport and community.

After the Summit, VIP guests were invited to an exclusive cocktail afterparty at the Kandhavas Place of The Athenee Hotel. The occasion also served to honour the four ARES Power Women of 2025: Ambassador Chantale Wong; Marine Novita; Marisa Sukosol Nunbhakdi, executive vice president of The Sukosol Hotels & The Siam and honorary president of the Thai Hotels Association; and Ar. (Dr.) Serina Hijjas, principal director of HIJJAS Architects + Planners and president of the Malaysia Green Building Council.

PropertyGuru Week 2025 concluded on 13 December 2025 with Kevin Tai returning to the stage, this time at Cinema Oasis in Bangkok. The Creator Spotlight elaborated further on Tai’s experience in health and wellness spaces as well as the use of popular platforms to promote influence with no filters.

Jules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “We connect technology with design to bring finance together with sustainability, data with human experience, policy with innovation. All these things come together at ARES.”

He added: “There are more complexities facing Asia and more challenges coming into the markets every year. Whether you build, finance, design, market, regulate, or even seek a property, the influencing forces have an effect. Our job at PropertyGuru goes beyond listing properties that people can buy. We want to reduce the uncertainty and create trust amongst the people that want to find property across Asia. When we make trusted decisions, those decisions improve and communities improve. Thank you for your continued trust in us as we continue to build trusted marketplaces and, through them, thriving communities.”

The PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit is held every year as part of PropertyGuru Week in Thailand, alongside the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final.

Over the years, ARES has advocated for innovation, green building, climate action, gender equity, and sustainability. Showcasing innovative technologies as well as up-and-coming leaders, the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit has been helping the industry advance through much-needed conversations on proptech and beyond.

ARES 2025 was supported by Sybarite Architects, along with partners such as Bridges, BusinessWorld, Detik, D+A Magazine, Hot Magazine, Inquirer Property, Kompas.com, Kopi and Property, Luxury Society of Asia, Manila Bulletin, Niaga Times, Penang Property Talk, Prop2morrow, REm Thailand, SquareRooms, Tatler Asia Homes, TerraBKK, The Grid, The Malaysia Voice, The Philippine Star, and Top10 of Asia.

For more information and online registration, visit asiarealestatesummit.com.

Nestled along Penang’s eastern coastline, Merione is the newest addition to The Light Waterfront Penang, the island’s first integrated waterfront city. Here, premium commercial spaces and stylish residences come together to create a lively community where work, life, and leisure flow naturally into each other.

Thanks to its location just minutes from the Penang Bridge, the Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway, and key destinations like George Town and the Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone, Merione offers easy access to everything Penang has to offer. Its future looks even brighter with direct access to the upcoming Penang Waterfront LRT Station, which will make getting around even more convenient for everyone. At The Light Waterfront, staying connected isn’t just an advantage, it’s at the heart of a thoughtfully designed 152-acre township/development.

This world-class masterplan brings into convergence a 1.5 million sq. ft. lifestyle mall, the Penang Waterfront Convention Centre (PWCC), Boutique Offices, International Hotels by JdV by Hyatt and Galaxy Minyoun, as well as a 750-metre waterfront promenade. Within the thriving ecosystem, Merione emerges as a distinctive vertical development, uniting business, retail, and luxury living under one prestigious address.

Merione Grand comprises Levels 1 to 9 and serves as the commercial hub of the development. Retail units with commanding frontages on lower levels naturally attract pedestrians from both PWCC and The Waterfront Shoppes, thus being ideal for cafés, lifestyle services and neighbourhood conveniences. Shops above retail units are arranged in single-loaded layouts for maximum frontages, good natural ventilation and added privacy for businesses that value a professional yet practical space.

Taking the commercial experience to the next level, the Boutique Offices on floors 7 to 9 offer a new definition of what the modern workspace should be. The luxurious suites are specifically designed for the new-age entrepreneur, business professionals, and startups that recognize the need for agility and work-life integration. Each unit features private balconies, EV-compatible assigned parking spaces, and well-optimized floor plans that facilitate hybrid work environments. Professionalism and creativity come together where the workspace of tomorrow demands.

One of the characteristic features of Merione is the resort-style living deck, strategically located on Level 10 and accessible to both commercial and residential tenants. This expansive podium deck offers an impressive range of lifestyle facilities, including:

• Infinity pool, spa, jacuzzi and wading pool
• Gymnasium, steam room and outdoor dining areas
• BBQ pavilion, beach hammocks and a pickleball station
• Family-friendly play zones and leisure spaces

These facilities transform daily routines into opportunities for relaxation and recreation, offering a perfect balance between productivity and wellbeing.

Above the commercial floors is Merione Residences, a contemporary residential building stretching from level 11 to level 39, designed for the discerning individual who appreciates the comforts, conveniences, and sophistication of the urban environment. It offers residents their own dedicated facilities, which include a pet-friendly playground, multi-function hall, games room, reading lounge, and other recreation areas that provide privacy amidst the shared lifestyle deck.

Through its innovative design, thoughtfully master-planned conveniences and seamless integration with its surroundings, Merione offers a rare opportunity to live above a vibrant commercial hub while enjoying effortless access to entertainment, retail and Penang’s expanding business district. This connectivity is further elevated by a direct covered walkway linking PWCC, The Waterfront Shoppes and neighbouring hotels.

For more information, visit:

IJM Land Sales Gallery
Suite 01-16-01, Menara IJM Land, 1, Lebuh Tunku Kudin 3, 11700 Gelugor, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia [Google Map]

Contact: +604-296 1333

The Seberang Perai City Council (MBSP) has launched its Landscape Master Plan, a long-term blueprint aimed at transforming Seberang Perai into a greener, more resilient and sustainable urban centre.

Unveiled by MBSP mayor Datuk Baderul Amin Abdul Hamid, the plan is designed to guide landscape development over the next 10 years and will be implemented in phases. Its execution will take into account financial capacity, development priorities, and both current and future urban needs, with periodic reviews planned to ensure continued relevance and effectiveness.

Baderul said the master plan goes beyond physical design, reflecting MBSP’s commitment to achieving a balanced urban environment that integrates development, environmental sustainability and residents’ well-being. He noted that it will serve as a key reference for all stakeholders, ensuring landscape elements are incorporated holistically into Seberang Perai’s physical, social and environmental growth.

Aligned with MBSP’s Green Agenda and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the plan underscores the council’s focus on addressing climate change, improving quality of life and increasing access to quality green spaces. It was developed in response to modern urban challenges such as environmental degradation, biodiversity loss and the growing demand for healthier and more liveable cities.

Through the implementation of the plan, MBSP aims to create a more comfortable, healthy and liveable urban environment, while enhancing the city’s resilience to climate impacts. It also supports the broader goal of positioning Seberang Perai as a low-carbon, environmentally friendly and sustainable city.

The Landscape Master Plan covers the entire MBSP administrative area, including existing urban centres, new development zones, parks, public green spaces, river corridors, recreational areas, and residential, commercial and industrial zones. This region-based approach ensures continuity in urban design and the creation of an integrated and resilient ecological network across the city.

Baderul emphasised that the plan’s success will depend on strong commitment and strategic collaboration among federal and state agencies, developers, the private sector, non-governmental organisations, professional bodies and local communities.

Mah Sing will be hosting a Christmas event, “The Secret of the Christmas Wand”, this weekend on 20 and 21 December 2025, from 10.00am to 6.00pm.

Taking place at the M Zenni Sales Gallery, the event is designed to create a fun and interactive holiday experience for children and families, combining creative workshops, light games, and festive activities:

Event Highlights

Visitors can expect a range of activities throughout the two-day event, including:

• Magical Ornament Relay
• Wizard Hat Memory Pick
• Magic Wand Crafting Workshop
• Christmas Ornament Workshop
• Face Painting & Stickers
• Light Refreshments

Designed for children and families, the event offers a fun and interactive way to celebrate the Christmas season during the year-end school holidays.

Venue: M Zenni Sales Gallery, Penang
Date: 20 – 21 December 2025
Time: 10:00am – 6:00pm