Penang’s leading developer, Ideal Property Group, was recognised as among the best developers in Malaysia, during the recent Property Insight Prestigious Developer Awards (PIPDA) 2019 presentation ceremony held in Kuala Lumpur.

The Property Insight Prestigious Developer Awards 2019 serves as a benchmark for local property developers to strive for, celebrating top award-winning developers and recognises their contribution to the country. Ideal Property Group bagged the ‘Top 10 Developers’ award as well as ‘Best Philanthropic Award’, for its overall achievements and in recognition of Ideal’s immense CSR contributions towards the society.

Ideal recorded an impressive win during the ceremony with another 3 more of its developments recognised in various categories, which include ‘Best Family Centric Development’ for project The Amarene; while project Queens Waterfront took the ‘Best Luxury Lifestyle Development’ as well as ‘Best Leisure Waterfront Development’.

“We are truly humbled to receive these multiple wins from PIPDA, and we thank all our customers, business partners and the Ideal team in making these accomplishments possible!

This award has measured our growth and rewarded our efforts thus far. Having this remarkable accolade under our belt, Ideal is ready to raise the bar and look forward to contribute positively to the industry.” said by Dato’ Ng Tyan Ping, Chief Operating Officer of Ideal Property Group.

Landing the excellence accolade under the ‘Best Luxury Lifestyle Development’ and ‘Best Leisure Waterfront Development’ categories, an award that gives recognition to master plans that is built to be centered on water bodies and utilizes water features for an aesthetically appealing environment, Queens Waterfront, wrapped up with nautical theme with their outstanding landscape features.

Queens Waterfront presents the best waterfront living through its unique nautical inspired development theme consisting of alfresco dining, a marina bay and a 700 meter promenade that offers residents a desirable waterfront lifestyle.

It comprises 4 phases of resort-inspired condominium, with signature waterfront alfresco available at the ground floor and commercial areas at first floor facing to a 6-acres marina and 700-meter long promenade. The development is placing residential, commercial spaces and recreation all within close proximity for maximum social and economic benefits.

The development is further embraced with an international sports center and international school/ private school. The link bridge from Queens Residences Q2 allows safe and easy connection for publics and residents to access in between sports center, school, Queens Residences, as well as Queensbay Mall.

The other development, The Amarene, was also recognised as the winner under the ‘Best Family Centric Development’ category. This award is for the development that places families on priority, ie developments that emphasizes family-friendly recreational and communal facilities for purpose of fostering close bonds within a safe and secure environment.

The Amarene is a perfect place for those who are about to start a family or for families who are looking for the ideal place to settle down. The well-planned community development has quick and easy access to the Penang International Airport, hypermarket, hospital, healthcare centre and other conveniences. In addition, primary, secondary and international schools are close by.

Located in Bayan Lepas, Penang, The Amarene comes with built-ups of 1,100 sq ft and 1,200 sq ft units which are designed with practically and spaciousness in mind. The 1,200 sq ft is available with the dual-key layout for owners to enjoy the option of investment, for rental, or even for own stay which accommodates multi-generational living under one roof.

Hunza Properties Bhd’s latest residential (MUZE) show units of Penang International Commercial City (PICC) was launched at its sales gallery here in Bayan Baru on Sunday (May 26).

The launch saw a number of home seekers flocking to its sales gallery at Hunza Pavilion at PICC.

Hunza Group managing director Datuk Khor Siang Gin said MUZE is the first phase of the PICC development, consisting 846 units of two 52- to 58-storey towers.

“It comprises three to five-bedroom residences ranging from 1,087 to 5,264 square feet.

“This is a prime location with strategic connectivity, and an opportunity to be part of Penang’s new age of global living.

Khor said the development was designed to be green, safe and smart with complete interconnectivity.

“The residences also come decked with smart features including integrated home control system, heat detector, smart door lock, motion sensor, IR controller for air-conditioners and lights.

“Residents in MUZE will also enjoy easy access to a diverse range of amenities and destinations to the Penang International Airport, Penang Bridge, shopping mall, hypermarket, eateries, convention centre, schools and hospital located within minutes”, he added.

Last week, a “Glow In The Park” theme park was also launched at outside the PICC sales gallery.

The space was transformed into a park with about 20,000 LED lights which comprised displays of LED flowers, giant butterflies and windmill made up of flowers, LED see-saws and swings.

Hunza Group executive director Lily Tan said the public can visit the LED park before it closes on June 30.

“Hunza carved out 25,000 square feet of space to build this LED park to allow people to bring families and friends here after a day’s work so they can relax and connect with nature.

“Through an initiative like this and the community activities at PICC Sales Gallery, we hope to bring the community together,” she said.

The public may visit the LED park at SPICE in Relau or the MUZE show units at PICC sales gallery at Bayan Baru from 10am to 9pm daily.

To learn more about Glow In The Park or MUZE, call 04-6090 688 or visit www.picc-penang.com.

Source: TheStar.com.my

Penang should take a leaf from Singapore’s book on urban renewal, said Dr Jason Teoh.

“In terms of moving towards urbanisation, we have a lot to learn from Singapore.

“This is because both Penang and Singapore are faced with land constraints and have limited space.

“But Singapore is a successful city and we should emulate their success,” he said at the FIABCI Malaysia: Penang Branch International Real Estate Federation morning talk at St Jo’s building in Gurney Paragon Mall, Penang.

Dr Teoh was speaking to over 20 FIABCI members and guests on the topic of ‘Urban Renewal – The Singapore Experience’.

The session was organised by the FIABCI Penang chapter.

Dr Teoh, the organising chairman, also quoted Penang Housing, Town and Country Planning and Local Government Committee chairman Jagdeep Singh Deo, who said that urban regeneration was required to ensure enough housing for the future population in Penang.

“Today, Singapore stands out for its unique urban landscape with historical buildings blending seamlessly with majestic skyscrapers.

“This is thanks to integrated long-term planning by a dynamic private-public partnership.

“Thus, we hope to gain ideas from Singapore’s urban renewal process,” he said.

Professor Joseph Ooi from the National University of Singapore Department of Real Estate said a vital element in building a successful city was long-term planning.

“It may take five years to build a building but it takes 30 years to build a city.”

Prof Ooi said it was important for developers to engage with the stakeholders involved before planning a city.

“A successful plan involves good framework and design and we need to involve residents, buyers, business people and so on.”

He also advised developers to understand who they are building for.

“A building is not defined as successful just because it looks nice but is rather defined by being a productive space.

“The most important element is always its users, the people you built it for,” he said.

Source: TheStar.com.my

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The proposal comprises 2 blocks of 33-storey high-rise towers, offering a total of 622 serviced suites with 4 different layout designs. 38 units of shop offices will be located at the ground levels.

Project Name : Aston Acacia (to be confirmed)
Location : Bukit Mertajam, Penang
Property Type : Mixed development
Land Tenure: Freehold
Built-up Size: 701 sq.ft. – 1,206 sq.ft.
Total Units: 622 (service apartment), 38 (shop office)
Indicative Price: RM258,000 onwards
Developer : Tinggian Development Sdn. Bhd. (Hua Yang Bhd.)

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