Headway NOVA: New Investing in Real Estate

DUBAI, Feb 19, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – In Q4 2023, Headway NOVA entered the market – a new service for investing in tokenized properties. On the NOVA app, users can profit from real estate with the help of digital shares, i.e., tokens. Investments are secured by blockchain and accessible to everyone from $50.

Secured investing

Headway NOVA is an investment service developed by Headway, a licensed financial company offering a range of financial products to clients around the world.

Affordability comes from technology

NOVA aims to revolutionize investing in real estate. NOVA team takes a high-end property with options available in Dubai, UAE. Following that the property is tokenized, i.e., the company creates digital shares of this property.

Headway NOVA offers property tokens to investors starting from $50. It is the lowest investment sum the real estate market can offer today.

With NOVA, investors own the right to receive profits from a property’s long-term appreciation and rent. Users get regular dividends for their investments right in the app.

Easy, transparent, and profitable

NOVA service integrates the best of TradFi (traditional finance) and DeFi (decentralized finance) into one app:

  • It is easy. The user purchases a token in the app. The investment generates profits, while responsibility for property maintenance is on the NOVA team.
  • It is transparent. NOVA implements blockchain technology to achieve the maximum fairness and transparency. Every investor can find full information on the Ethereum Explorer. All operations are transparent and decentralized.
  • It is profitable. Though NOVA tokens are digital, they depend on the live market price of the physical property. With NOVA tokens, investors profit from market appreciation as well as regular rental dividends. It scales up user’s profits massively.

Innovate your way to real estate

Try out investing in real estate with Headway NOVA! Learn more about the service in the video and on the official website: https://hwnova.site.

Follow the project on Facebook and Telegram.

About NOVA

Headway NOVA is a service for affordable investments in tokenized real estate accessible to all starting from $50. Install the app on the App Store and Google Play.

Contacts:
Ivan Moroz, PR Manager
i.moroz@hw.site
care@hw.site

SOURCE: Headway NOVA



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Australian real estate trailblazers secure 5 wins at 18th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final

BANGKOK, Dec 26, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU) announced the winners of the 18th Annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, presented by Kohler and supported by Dongpeng Ceramic and Subzero Wolf, at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok, last 8 December 2023.

Salvo was named Best Lifestyle Developer (Asia), one of five regional wins for developers from Australia. Regional winners from the country include projects by Capital Luxury Residences; Monaco Property Group; R.Corporation; and Third.i Group. While Guocoland from Singapore won Best Developer (Asia).
The winners of the 18th Annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final 2023, presented by Kohler and supported by Dongpeng Ceramic and Subzero Wolf.

Winners from 13 vibrant property markets across Asia competed for the highest marks of excellence in real estate development, construction, architecture, and design at the finale of the 2023 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series. More than 50 golden statuettes, accolading the finest developers and projects in the region, were presented at the black-tie gala dinner and presentation ceremony.

GuocoLand won the biggest award of the year, Best Developer (Asia), for the third time in the history of the Awards. It marks one of five regional wins for developers from Singapore, with Frasers Property Singapore winning the Best Mixed Use Developer (Asia) award and UOL Group Limited and Pan Pacific Hotels Group winning the Best Hospitality Developer (Asia) award. UOL Group Limited also won the Best Sustainable Developer (Asia) award while EL Development Pte Ltd won the Best Hospitality Interior Design (Asia) award.

Developers from Indonesia gained eight regional wins, the most of any country. PT Sinar Mitbana Mas garnered the Best Breakthrough Developer (Asia) title, with parent company Sinar Mas Land and subsidiary PT. BSD Diamond Development also receiving regional wins. Various projects by Agung Sedayu Group & Salim Group; Summarecon Agung; and Summarecon Serpong collected regional wins.

The Philippines was represented with seven regional wins, with Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates winning both the Best Industrial Developer (Asia) and Best Industrial Development (Asia) awards. RLC Residences; Robinsons Hotels and Resorts; North Bonifacio Landmark Realty and Development Inc.; Shang Robinsons Properties, Inc.; and Sunshine Fort North Bonifacio Realty Development Corporation received golden statuettes for a wide range of projects.

Developers from Vietnam received six regional wins, led by SonKim Land Corporation, which won both the Best Luxury Developer (Asia) and Best Boutique Mixed Use Development (Asia) awards. Regional winners include ParkCity Group, which won the Best Completed Condo Development (Asia) award.

Andaman Asset Solution won the Best Boutique Developer (Asia) award in one of six regional wins for developers from Thailand. KingBridge Tower by KingBridge Tower Company Limited (Saha Pathana Inter-Holding Public Company Limited) alone earned three regional wins for the kingdom while Rawayana by Phuket9 scored two regional wins.

Salvo was named Best Lifestyle Developer (Asia), one of five regional wins for developers from Australia. Regional winners from the country include projects by Capital Luxury Residences; Monaco Property Group; R.Corporation; and Third.i Group.

Malaysia and Cambodia each gained four regional wins. Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS) was hailed Best Affordable Homes Developer (Asia), with projects by Eastern & Oriental Berhad; Eupe Corporation Berhad; and Sime Darby Property also representing Malaysia with regional titles. Projects by OCIC Group and RM Commercial Co., Ltd. each clinched a regional win for Cambodia as Sir Stamford Raffles (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. gained two regional wins for the project Marum Estate.

Hanacreek by Apex Property and Aki Niseko by Takuetsu Co., Ltd. represented Greater Niseko as regional winners from the renowned Japanese skiing destination.

The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong by Sino Land Company Limited and M8 by China Construction Engineering (Macau) Company Limited garnered two regional wins for Hong Kong and Macau. New Bund 31 by Shun Tak Qiantan (Shanghai) Cultural and Real Estate Company Limited was named Best Mixed Use Development (Asia), a regional win for Mainland China.

The Grand Final drew one of the most iconic personalities in the Hong Kong real estate industry. Dr. Allan Zeman, founder and chairman of Lan Kwai Fong Group, came to accept the Icon Award from the editorial team of Property Report by PropertyGuru, the official magazine. 

Dr. Zeman, who won the Real Estate Personality of the Year title in 2015, said: “It is an honour to be awarded the 2023 Icon Award. Lan Kwai Fong has become a great brand in HK and throughout the world. This is very important to us and to our partner.”

Hari V. Krishnan, CEO and managing director of PropertyGuru Group, said: “The culmination of this year’s PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series is a fitting celebration of the changemakers who are contributing to shaping tomorrow’s cities. From lively capitals to sprawling metropolises and well-planned townships, the future of cities in Asia is in the capable hands of these fine developers, lighting the way for a more sustainable, equitable, and innovative industry in their respective countries. To all the winners – we celebrate your success and look forward to what you create next.”

Jules Kay, GM of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “Recognising and awarding excellence in 2023 led us on an insightful journey through the diverse property markets of Asia. Celebrating real estate from the cities of tomorrow, we rediscovered a shared aspiration for quality among developers, buyers, and builders, and a growing commitment to sustainability among residential, commercial, and industrial developers. The finest places to live and work in Asia have become shining examples of quality, clearly showing that this region remains focused on raising development standards, redefining design, and revitalising economies. Congratulations to all the Best in Asia winners as you continue to drive positive change and innovation.”

The regional winners were chosen by an independent jury, composed of the head judges of participating markets in the Awards: Thien Duong, chairperson of the Grand Final and general director, Group GSA (Vietnam); Ajai A Kapoor, CEO, 360 degrees – Real Estate Services (India); Cyndy Tan Jarabata, president of TAJARA Leisure & Hospitality Group Inc. (Philippines); Eddie Guillemette, CEO, Midori no Ki (Greater Niseko); Datuk Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail, president, Malaysian Institute of Architects: 2020-2022 (Malaysia); Ken Ip, assistant general manager and group head of marketing, B.S.C. Group (Mainland China); Kristin Thorsteins, head of partnership growth for APAC at IWG PLC (Singapore); Lui Violanti, regional manager for Western Australia, Inhabit Group (Australia); Paul Tse, president, board of directors, Macao Association of Building Contractors and Developers (Hong Kong and Macau); Sorn Seap, executive vice president, Cambodian Valuers and Estate Agents Association (Cambodia); Suphin Mechuchep, CEO, Sen X Group PCL (Thailand); and Vivin Harsanto, senior director and head of advisory, JLL Indonesia (Indonesia).

HLB, the leading international accounting and advisory firm, ensured that the selection process was fair and transparent, under the supervision of Paul Ashburn of HLB International Real Estate Group.

Organised by PropertyGuru Group, the 18th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final is supported by platinum sponsor Kohler; silver sponsors Dongpeng Ceramic and Subzero Wolf; official portal partner PropertyGuru; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; official publicity partner Artemis Associates; media partners Bridges, d+a Magazine, Housing.com, Manila Bulletin, Powderlife, and The Manila Times; official beverage partner Fah Mai Holdings; supporting partners REHDA Institute and IFC-EDGE; and official supervisor HLB.

For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: AsiaPropertyAwards.com.

COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS

18th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Grand Final)

DEVELOPER AWARDS

Best Developer (Asia)
GuocoLand – Singapore (REGIONAL WINNER)
Apex Property – Greater Niseko
New World China – Mainland China
OCIC Group – Cambodia
Robinsons Land – Philippines
Sinar Mas Land – Indonesia
Sino Land Company Limited – China – Hong Kong and Macau

Best Luxury Developer (Asia)
SonKim Land Corporation – Vietnam (REGIONAL WINNER

Best Industrial Developer (Asia)
Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates – Philippines (REGIONAL WINNER)          

Best Mixed Use Developer (Asia)
Frasers Property Singapore – Singapore (REGIONAL WINNER)
Federal Land, Inc. – Philippines
MontAzure – Thailand

Best Lifestyle Developer (Asia)
Salvo – Australia (REGIONAL WINNER)
Habitat Group Co., Ltd. – Thailand
Hoi Hup Realty Pte Ltd – Singapore
PT. BSD Diamond Development – Indonesia               

RLC Residences – Philippines

Best Commercial Developer (Asia)
Keppel Vietnam – Vietnam (REGIONAL WINNER)
Paramount Land – Indonesia
TE Capital Partners and LaSalle Investment Management – Singapore

Best Hospitality Developer (Asia)
UOL Group Limited and Pan Pacific Hotels Group – Singapore (REGIONAL WINNER)
Agung Sedayu Group – Indonesia

Best Sustainable Developer (Asia)
UOL Group Limited – Singapore (REGIONAL WINNER)

Best Boutique Developer (Asia)
Andaman Asset Solution – Thailand (REGIONAL WINNER)
CSI Properties Limited – China – Hong Kong & Macau
Skyland Group – Australia                      

Best Affordable Homes Developer (Asia)
Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS) – Malaysia (REGIONAL WINNER)

Best Breakthrough Developer (Asia)
PT Sinar Mitbana Mas – Indonesia (REGIONAL WINNER)
Da Vinci Land – Singapore

DEVELOPMENT AWARDS

Best Mega Township Development (Asia)
BSD City by Sinar Mas Land – Indonesia (REGIONAL WINNER)

Best Waterfront Township Development (Asia)
Golf Island PIK (Kawasan Pantai Maju) & Riverwalk Island PIK (Kawasan Pantai Kita) by Agung Sedayu Group & Salim Group – Indonesia (REGIONAL WINNER)

Best Township Development (Asia)
Summarecon Bekasi by Summarecon Agung – Indonesia (REGIONAL WINNER)

Best Mixed Use Development (Asia)
New Bund 31 by Shun Tak Qiantan (Shanghai) Cultural and Real Estate Company Limited – Mainland China (REGIONAL WINNER)
Ginza Beachwalk PIK2 by Agung Sedayu Group – Indonesia
LIMA Central Business District by Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates – Philippines
Marum Estate by Sir Stamford Raffles (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. – Cambodia
One Bernam by HY-MCC (Bernam) Pte Ltd – Singapore           

Best Boutique Mixed Use Development (Asia)
The OpusK – Luxury Boutique Office by SonKim Land Corporation – Vietnam (REGIONAL WINNER)
Rawayana by Phuket9 – Thailand

Best Residential Development (Asia)
Marum Estate by Sir Stamford Raffles (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. – Cambodia (REGIONAL WINNER)

Best High Rise Condo Development (Asia)
Aurelia Residences by Shang Robinsons Properties, Inc. – Philippines (REGIONAL WINNER)
Diamond Bay Garden by OCIC Group – Cambodia
Est8 @ Seputeh by Eupe Corporation Berhad – Malaysia
JARDINI by CITIC Pacific Ltd – China – Hong Kong and Macau
Riviere by Frasers Property Quayside Pte Ltd – Singapore
The OpusK Residence by SonKim Land Corporation – Vietnam
Wyndham Grand Residences Wongamat Pattaya by Habitat Group Co., Ltd. – Thailand
Zhuhai Huafa Sky Hill Mansion by Zhuhai Huafa Properties Co., Ltd. – Mainland China

Best Low Rise Condo Development (Asia)
Rainbow Springs Condovillas by Summarecon Serpong – Indonesia (REGIONAL WINNER)

Best Boutique Condo Development (Asia)
Kurraba Residences by Third.i Group – Australia (REGIONAL WINNER)
Niseko Kyo by Rooftop RE (Japan) Pte Ltd – Greater Niseko

Best Luxury Housing / Landed Development (Asia)
Capri by Monaco Property Group – Australia (REGIONAL WINNER)
Layton at NavaPark by PT. Bumi Parama Wisesa, Hongkong Land & Sinar Mas Land Joint Venture – Indonesia
Park Heritage Pattanakarn by Sammakorn Plus Company Limited – Thailand

Best Housing / Landed Development (Asia)
Ilham Residence by Sime Darby Property – Malaysia (REGIONAL WINNER)
Hanaridge by Apex Property – Greater Niseko
Pollen Collection by Bukit Sembawang Estates Limited – Singapore                                              

Best Waterfront Condo Development (Asia)
Diamond Bay Garden by OCIC Group – Cambodia (REGIONAL WINNER)
Riviere by Frasers Property Quayside Pte Ltd – Singapore

Best Waterfront Residence (Asia)
Amorel by Capital Luxury Residences – Australia (REGIONAL WINNER)

Best Connectivity Condo Development (Asia)
Green Tower Di An Binh Duong by TBS Land – Vietnam (REGIONAL WINNER)
Glam Residences by SM Development Corporation (SMDC) – Philippines

Best Completed Condo Development (Asia)
Park Kiara, ParkCity Hanoi by ParkCity Group – Vietnam (REGIONAL WINNER)
Seaside Residences by East Vue Pte Ltd – Singapore

Best Wellness Residential Development (Asia)
The Zora by PT. BSD Diamond Development – Indonesia (REGIONAL WINNER)
Bloom Residences by SM Development Corporation (SMDC) – Philippines                                                                

Best Smart Building Development (Asia)
Knowledge Hub by Sinar Mas Land – Indonesia (REGIONAL WINNER)

Best Smart Home Development (Asia)
Woodsville Crest by RLC Residences  – Philippines (REGIONAL WINNER)

Best Green Development (Asia)
Central Market PIK by Agung Sedayu Group and Salim Group, curated by Amantara – Indonesia (REGIONAL WINNER)
LIMA Estate by Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates – Philippines
The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong by Sino Land Company Limited – China – Hong Kong and Macau               

The LakeGarden Residences by Wing Tai Asia – Singapore

Best Industrial Development (Asia)
West Cebu Estate by Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates – Philippines (REGIONAL WINNER)
Bandar Bukit Raja by Sime Darby Property – Malaysia
CT FoodNEX by Chiu Teng Group – Singapore            

Best Hospitality Development (Asia)
The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong by Sino Land Company Limited – China – Hong Kong and Macau (REGIONAL WINNER)
Fili Hotel Cebu by Robinsons Hotels and Resorts – Philippines
Pullman Singapore Hill Street by EL Development Pte Ltd – Singapore

Best Office Development (Asia)
KingBridge Tower by KingBridge Tower Company Limited (Saha Pathana Inter-Holding Public Company Limited) – Thailand (REGIONAL WINNER)
AIA East Gateway by AIA Company Limited. – Thailand
Embassy Hub Phase 1 by Embassy REIT – India
GBF Centers 1 & 2 by Robinsons Offices – Philippines                                                                

Best Retail Development (Asia)
M8 by China Construction Engineering (Macau) Company Limited – China – Hong Kong and Macau (REGIONAL WINNER)
Mean Chey Avenue by RM Commercial Co., Ltd. – Cambodia
Mitsukoshi BGC by Sunshine Fort North Bonifacio Realty Development Corporation – Philippines
MixC Nanjing by Lead8 – Mainland China
The EmSphere Shopping Complex by The EM District Co., Ltd. – Thailand

Best Branded Residential Development (Asia)
Grand Hyatt Manila Residences South Tower by North Bonifacio Landmark Realty and Development Inc. – Philippines (REGIONAL WINNER)

DESIGN AWARDS

Best Township Masterplan Design (Asia)
Andaman by Eastern & Oriental Berhad – Malaysia (REGIONAL WINNER)

Best Mixed Use Architectural Design (Asia)
Rawayana by Phuket9 – Thailand (REGIONAL WINNER)
ITC Shanghai by Lead8 – Mainland China
The OpusK – Luxury Boutique Office by SonKim Land Corporation – Vietnam
Zia Niseko by Iconic Group – Greater Niseko

Best Condo Architectural Design (Asia)
R.Iconic by R.Corporation – Australia (REGIONAL WINNER)
Aura Niseko by Iconic Group – Greater Niseko
Grand Dunman by Grand Dunman Pte. Ltd. – Singapore
JARDINI by CITIC Pacific Ltd – China – Hong Kong and Macau
Lentor Modern by GuocoLand – Singapore
The Arles by Centralcon Properties Company Limited – China – Hong Kong and Macau
The Continuum by Hoi Hup Sunway Katong Pte Ltd – Singapore
The Grand Midori Ortigas by Federal Land, Inc. – Philippines
Watten House by UOL Group Limited and Singapore Land Group Limited – Singapore
Wyndham Grand Residences Wongamat Pattaya by Habitat Group Co., Ltd. – Thailand

Best Housing / Landed Architectural Design (Asia)                   
Hanacreek by Apex Property – Greater Niseko (REGIONAL WINNER)
D’ Art Hills Residence by PH World – Malaysia
Highland Park Pool Villas Pattaya by Habitat Group Co., Ltd. – Thailand
La Felice Villa Hua Hin by PNP Real Estate Co., Ltd. – Thailand
Marum Estate by Sir Stamford Raffles (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. – Cambodia
Park Heritage Pattanakarn by Sammakorn Plus Company Limited – Thailand
The Prospect Villa by Grand Paradise Villa – Thailand

Best Hospitality Architectural Design (Asia)
Fili Hotel Cebu by Robinsons Hotels and Resorts – Philippines (REGIONAL WINNER)
Pullman Singapore Hill Street by EL Development Pte Ltd – Singapore

Best Office Architectural Design (Asia)
KingBridge Tower by KingBridge Tower Company Limited (Saha Pathana Inter-Holding Public Company Limited) – Thailand (REGIONAL WINNER)
Embassy Manyata Block D1 & D2 by Embassy REIT – India
FourE-Com Center by Arquitectonica – Philippines
K11 Atelier 11 SKIES by Lead8 – China – Hong Kong & Macau
Solitaire on Cecil by Solitaire Cecil Pte Ltd (TE Capital Partners and LaSalle Investment Management) – Singapore

Best Retail Architectural Design (Asia)                  
Mean Chey Avenue by RM Commercial Co., Ltd. – Cambodia (REGIONAL WINNER)
MixC Nanjing by Lead8 – Mainland China

Best Condo Interior Design (Asia)
Est8 @ Seputeh by Eupe Corporation Berhad – Malaysia (REGIONAL WINNER)
350-352 Nathan Road by CSI Properties Limited – China – Hong Kong and Macau
Blossoms By The Park by EL Development Pte Ltd – Singapore
Glam Residences by SM Development Corporation (SMDC) – Philippines
JARDINI by CITIC Pacific Ltd – China – Hong Kong and Macau
Klimt Cairnhill by Low Keng Huat (S) Limited – Singapore
Terra Hill by Hoi Hup Sunway Kent Ridge Pte Ltd – Singapore
Wyndham Grand Residences Wongamat Pattaya by Habitat Group Co., Ltd. – Thailand

Best Housing / Landed Interior Design (Asia)                
Aki Niseko by Takuetsu Co., Ltd. – Greater Niseko (REGIONAL WINNER)
Jasmia Residence @Summarecon Crown Gading by Summarecon Agung – Indonesia
La Felice Villa Hua Hin by PNP Real Estate Co., Ltd. – Thailand

Best Hospitality Interior Design (Asia)                        
Pullman Singapore Hill Street by EL Development Pte Ltd – Singapore (REGIONAL WINNER)
Fili Hotel Cebu by Robinsons Hotels and Resorts – Philippines

Best Office Interior Design (Asia)
KingBridge Tower by KingBridge Tower Company Limited (Saha Pathana Inter-Holding Public Company Limited) – Thailand (REGIONAL WINNER)
K11 Atelier 11 SKIES by Lead8 – China – Hong Kong & Macau

Best Retail Interior Design (Asia)
Mitsukoshi BGC by Sunshine Fort North Bonifacio Realty Development Corporation – Philippines (REGIONAL WINNER)
Shanghai Aerospace Science & Technology City by Design Power House (DPH) – Mainland China
Ultimo Niseko by Blue Waves Group – Greater Niseko

Best Condo Landscape Design (Asia)
Elysian by Gamuda Land – Vietnam (REGIONAL WINNER)
Blossoms By The Park by EL Development Pte Ltd – Singapore
Grand Dunman by Grand Dunman Pte. Ltd. – Singapore
Park Kiara, ParkCity Hanoi by ParkCity Group – Vietnam
Pinetree Hill by UOL Group Limited and Singapore Land Group Limited – Singapore
Watten House by UOL Group Limited and Singapore Land Group Limited – Singapore
Wyndham Grand Residences Wongamat Pattaya by Habitat Group Co., Ltd. – Thailand

Best Housing / Landed Landscape Design (Asia)
Marum Estate by Sir Stamford Raffles (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. – Cambodia (REGIONAL WINNER)
Barnyard Khaoyai by Sammakorn-JV1 Company Limited – Thailand
Pavara Khiri Collection by Pavara Development Co., Ltd. – Thailand                                              

Best Commercial Landscape Design (Asia)               
Rawayana by Phuket9 – Thailand (REGIONAL WINNER)

PUBLISHER’S CHOICE

Icon Award                      
Dr. Allan Zeman, Founder and Chairman, Lan Kwai Fong Group (WINNER)           

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU ASIA PROPERTY AWARDS:

PropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, established in 2005, are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent. 

In 2023, the Awards series is open to more than a dozen key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2023. 

For more information, please visit AsiaPropertyAwards.com

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU GROUP:

PropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading(1) PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 37 million property seekers(2) to connect with almost 59,000 agents monthly(3) to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.9 million real estate listings4, in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. 

PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 15 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its core markets; mortgage marketplace, PropertyGuru Finance; home services platform, Sendhelper; a host of proprietary enterprise solutions under PropertyGuru. For Business including DataSense, ValueNet, Awards, events and publications across Asia. 

For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.com;PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn.

Footnotes & Citation:

(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between April 2023 and September 2023.
(2) Based on Google Analytics data between April 2023 and September 2023.
(3) Based on data between July 2023 and September 2023.
(4) Based on data between April 2023 and September 2023.

Group: Key Statistics as of November 2023
* Property seekers: 37 million
* No. of agents: 59,000
* Real estate listings: 2.9 million

Strong Category Leadership Drives Long-Term Growth Opportunities
As of September 30, 2023, PropertyGuru continued its Engagement Market Share* 
* Singapore: 83% – 6.2x the closest peer
* Malaysia: 92% – 12.8x the closest peer
* Vietnam: 80% – 4.0x the closest peer
* Thailand: 51% – 1.7x the closest peer

*Based on SimilarWeb data between April 2023 and September 2023.

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PROPERTYGURU CONTACTS:

General Enquiries:
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M: +66 92 954 4154
E: allan@propertyguru.com   

Media & Partnerships:
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M: +66 92 701 2510
E: nate@propertyguru.com

Sponsorships:
Kanittha Srithongsuk, Regional Manager, Awards Sponsorship
M: +66 93 293 9794
E: kanittha@propertyguru.com

Sales & Nominations:
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M: +66 87 699 4433
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Heels off: Women leaders redefine power at PropertyGuru’s ARES Power Women event

BANGKOK, THAILAND, Dec 20, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – On 7 December 2023, PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU), successfully hosted its annual PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit (ARES) followed by the ARES VIP Cocktail Party in Bangkok, Thailand, presenting the ARES Power Women for a second year.

The invitation-only party, which was sponsored by PropertyGuru For Business, was a highlight of the PropertyGuru Week and celebrated the outstanding achievements of six exceptional women leaders in the real estate sector, acknowledging their significant contributions and influence as leaders in the industry.

Hari V. Krishnan, CEO and Managing Director of PropertyGuru Group, opened the evening with a special message reflecting on the journey of PropertyGuru since its inception in 2007, emphasising the company’s commitment to gender diversity and equality.

This commitment was further highlighted in the establishment of the ARES Power Women initiative in 2022, designed to spotlight the vital contributions of women in the Asian real estate landscape.

A symbolic gesture of solidarity and support

After Hari’s message, the evening’s highlight occurred during an unscripted yet powerful moment when ARES presenter, Tina Ryan, embraced comfort over convention by removing her high heels on stage. The next speaker, Shyn Yee Ho, Managing Director for Data and Software Solutions at PropertyGuru Group, also joined in on the fun by taking off her heels as she delivered her message to recognise the women who raise the roof.

Shyn continued Hari’s message, further elaborating on the motivations behind establishing the ARES Power Women honours, sharing her personal experiences in male-dominated industries and highlighted the need for more diverse representation and inclusive decision-making in real estate. The goal of the ARES Power Women list is not just to recognise the achievements of women leaders, but also to inspire future generations and promote a fairer and more equitable future.

In a remarkable display of solidarity, all the women on stage removed their heels as each honouree was announced one by one, ascending the stage barefoot to accept the honour. This impromptu gesture became a strong declaration of mutual support among these influential women, resonating deeply with the audience.

The ARES Power Women 2023

This year’s honourees, hailing from Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Australia and the UK, were announced by Shyn together with Disha Goenka, PropertyGuru’s Chief Marketing Officer, with each woman receiving a token from PropertyGuru For Business.

“Live”

Andrea Savage, Celebrity interior designer, HGTV / Co-CEO and Creative Director, A Life By Design Esther An, Chief Sustainability Officer, City Developments Limited / Chair, Corporate Advisory Board, World Green Building Council

“Work”

Chelsea Perino, Global Director, The Executive Centre, Future of Work Joanne Kua, Group CEO, KSK Group

“Thrive”

Coco Ke Liu, Chief Regional Officer, HLB International Hang Dang, Managing Director, CBRE Vietnam

These influential women on the list embody PropertyGuru’s vision to power communities to live, work and thrive in tomorrow’s cities. Throughout their careers, the ARES Power Women have lived by the above themes, with Andrea leading and living a life by design; Esther pushing forth a more sustainable and greener future; Chelsea pioneering the future of work; Joanne paving the way for women-led businesses; Coco supporting emerging markets to thrive; and Hang setting a standard for female leaders in real estate.

Towards a fairer future

The exclusive event concluded with a strong message of responsibility towards building a fairer and more inclusive future. The commitment of PropertyGuru Group and its community in tackling the challenges of gender equality and diversity in the real estate industry marked a significant step towards change.

The second annual ARES Power Women not only celebrated achievements, but also sparked a conversation about the critical role of women in shaping the future of real estate.

Organised by PropertyGuru Group, the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit 2023 is supported by official portal partner PropertyGuru; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; official publicity partner Artemis Associates; media partners Bridges, d+a Magazine, Hot Magazine, Manila Bulletin, Powderlife, REm, and Techsauce; and supporting association IFC – Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies.

ARES VIP Cocktail Party was supported by Dao Ethical Gifts (Women Empowerment Project) and Fah Mai Holdings.

For more information, email ares@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: AsiaRealEstateSummit.com/.

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PROPERTYGURU CONTACTS:

General Enquiries:

Richard Allan Aquino, Head of Brand & Marketing Services

M: +66 92 954 4154

E: allan@propertyguru.com   

Media & Partnerships:

Nate Dacua, Media Relations & Marketing Services Manager

M: +66 92 701 2510

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Sponsorships:

Kanittha Srithongsuk, Regional Manager, Awards Sponsorship

M: +66 93 293 9794

E: kanittha@propertyguru.com

Marketing & Booths:

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M: +66 94 954 4154

E: marco@propertyguru.com

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU ASIA REAL ESTATE SUMMIT:

PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit (ARES) is the premier gathering of the industry’s finest minds, top-level business leaders and decision-makers. Designed to ‘educate, innovate and inspire,’ ARES focuses on advancements in property technology, green building, sustainability, diversity, inclusivity, and innovation. More than 500 registered in-person and virtual delegates, comprising real estate and proptech experts, climate heroes, sustainability champions, trendsetters, and tech startup executives from around the region and beyond participate to refresh thinking, exchange ideas and connect with peers at ARES, which features global keynotes, case studies, panel discussions, partner booths and networking lunch.

ARES is part of the exciting ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2023, coinciding with the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final gala and presentation ceremony, which is joined by the region’s finest real estate developers and leaders, and watched by investors, agents, and consumers via livestream.

For more information, please visit: AsiaRealEstateSummit.com.

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU GROUP:

PropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading(1) PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 37 million property seekers(2) to connect with almost 59,000 agents monthly(3) to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.9 million real estate listings(4), in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. 

PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 15 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its core markets; mortgage marketplace, PropertyGuru Finance; home services platform, Sendhelper; a host of proprietary enterprise solutions under PropertyGuru For Business including DataSense, ValueNet, Awards, events and publications across Asia. 

For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.com;PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn.

Footnotes & Citation:

(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between April 2023 and September 2023.

(2) Based on Google Analytics data between April 2023 and September 2023.

(3) Based on data between July 2023 and September 2023.

(4) Based on data between April 2023 and September 2023.

 

Group: Key Statistics as of November 2023

* Property seekers: 37 million

* No. of agents: 59,000

* Real estate listings: 2.9 million

 

Strong Category Leadership Drives Long-Term Growth Opportunities

As of September 30, 2023, PropertyGuru continued its Engagement Market Share*

* Singapore: 83% – 6.2x the closest peer

* Malaysia: 92% – 12.8x the closest peer

* Vietnam: 80% – 4.0x the closest peer

* Thailand: 51% – 1.7x the closest peer

 

*Based on SimilarWeb data between April 2023 and September 2023.

 



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PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit Concludes Ninth Edition, Focusing on ‘Powering Communities’

BANGKOK, THAILAND, Dec 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit (ARES), the thought leadership platform of PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, held its highly anticipated ninth edition featuring global thought and industry leaders, focusing on the theme, “Powering Communities”, and how responsible leaders can build and improve tomorrow’s cities.

Global thought and industry leaders joined this year’s PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit to tackle the future of cities

ARES 2023 brought together more than 400 delegates from around the world for an inspiring, insightful hybrid conference and event. Nearly 40 speakers initiated much-needed, thought-provoking conversations around the future of communities, business, leisure, and innovation.

This year’s theme aligns with PropertyGuru Group’s vision to power communities to live, work, and thrive in tomorrow’s cities. This vision was unpacked during the welcome keynote of PropertyGuru Group CEO & Managing Director, Hari V. Krishnan, who mentioned that ARES 2023 was being held on the eve of the 16th anniversary of PropertyGuru Group’s founding as a company.

Hari Krishnan, PropertyGuru Group, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, delivering the Opening Keynote

“As a responsible market leader, we strive towards empowering everyone in their property journey to make confident property decisions through relevant content, actionable insights, and world-class service. From enabling homebuyers to find and finance their dream homes to helping expats find suitable accommodations, to supporting our enterprise clients to make the right investments, to sharing authentic first-party data with banks and valuers and to providing meaningful information to policymakers, we are there with each stakeholder, guiding them at every step of their way,” Hari said.

The first segment of ARES 2023, “Live: Future of Communities”, continued with a keynote address on new economic drivers and the outlook for Asia in 2024 from Sumana Rajarethnam, Director, South-East Asia, Economist Intelligence Corporate Network. The segment also featured a keynote from Kenya-based Dr. Edlam Abera Yemeru, Chief of Knowledge and Innovation Branch at UN-Habitat, on adoptive communities and the creation of SDG Cities. David Gissen, Author, Designer, Educator, Consultant / Professor of Architecture and Urban History, Parsons School of Design, then delivered the International Keynote on rethinking buildings and the concept of the one-storey city.

The second segment, “Work: Future of Business”, kicked off with Chelsea Perino, Managing Director, Global Marketing & Communications, The Executive Centre, who delivered a talk on the creative evolution of workspaces and hybrid work arrangements.

The first panel discussion of the day was led by Manav Kamboj, Chief Technology Officer and Managing Director, Fintech at PropertyGuru Group. The tech panel discussed the use of A.I. in design, data, digital twins, and metaverse blockchain technologies, with speakers Jirayut “Topp” Srupsrisopa, Founder & Group CEO, Bitkub Capital Group Holdings Co., Ltd.; Prof. Jason Pomeroy, Founding Principal, Pomeroy Studio & Pomeroy Academy / Fellow, University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership; and Wenhui Lim, Director, SPARK Architects.

Concluding the second segment and the morning sessions was a presentation from PropertyGuru For Business, showcasing the latest investments in data science to develop products and solutions for enterprise customers and partners in the Southeast Asian region. PropertyGuru Group’s Jeremy Williams, Managing Director, Marketplaces, and Shyn Yee Ho-Strangas, Managing Director, Data and Software Solutions, inaugurated the session and discussed unlocking value for businesses, followed by Dr. Nai Jia Lee, Head of Real Estate Intelligence, Digital and Software Solutions, who talked about urbanism and the liveability index. The presentation ended with Bob Koppes, Director of Strategies, who presented using payment and mobility data analytics.

The afternoon sessions opened the third segment of ARES 2023, titled “Thrive: Future of Leisure”, with a virtual presentation from Malaysia’s David Chong, COO of REHDA Institute, who talked about building affordability in megacities. The segment continued with panel discussions on destination dining; the rise of pet culture in urban areas; and demographic changes reshaping property markets. The panel speakers included Dr. Aladdin D. Rillo, Senior Economic Advisor, Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA); Amy Sawitta Lefevre, Former International Journalist (ex-Reuters); Christine Li, Head of Research, Asia Pacific, Knight Frank; Colin Chee, Creator & Creative Director, Never Too Small; Didi Almeyda, Author, Former Journalist & Indonesia’s Animal Whisperer; Jessica Zafra, Award-winning Author, Journalist, Animal Welfare Advocate; Keiran Gibb, Founder and Director, Monogic; Michelle Martin, Broadcaster & Talk Show Host, Money FM 89.3; Pippa Woodhead, Head of Podcasts, Tigerhall; and the husband-and-wife team of Tanjira “Fay” Tragoolvongse, Owner & Manager, Cadence by Dan Bark / Caper by Dan Bark, and Chef Dan Bark, who was awarded the Michelin Star for Cadence just after six months of opening.

Andrea Savage, Co-CEO of A Life B Design, a renowned interior designer, and former HGTV Asia presenter, jointly delivered the Design Keynote on the universal language of spaces and transformative experiences with Cameron Richards, Founder & CEO, CPR Vision Management.

As chairperson of ARES, Stephen Oehme, Value Management Specialist & Sustainability Advocate / Managing Director, Quantum, joined in virtually via video feed from COP28 in Dubai to talk about the latest in sustainable development goals, inclusive approaches to development, and the decentralisation of cities.

ARES continues to be an inclusive and diverse event with half of the expert line-up comprising women and/or members of the LGBTQ+ community. This year, Shane Bhatla, Associate Director, Equal Asia Foundation, delivered the Expert Talk on inclusive language in real estate for minorities and people with disabilities, closing the third segment.

The final segment of the summit, “Thrive: The Future of Innovation”, opened with a keynote from India’s Vinu Daniel, Founder of Wallmakers. The climate-responsive architect, who was recently named as one of TIME100 Next and delivered a well-received TED2023 talk last April, was presented the PropertyGuru Visionary Award at ARES 2023 for his sustainable designs using mud and debris.

ARES Visionary of the Year awardee Ar. Vinu Daniel, Climate-Responsive Architect, TED Speaker & Founder of Wallmakers with Jules Kay, GM of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events

Ar. Daniel told Property Report by PropertyGuru, the official magazine of the ARES 2023: “Construction is happening everywhere all the time. It would be great if we can share our knowledge.”

Colin Chee, creator and founder of the popular web channel, Never Too Small, who won last year’s Visionary Award, returned to the ARES stage to present a case study on interior design that repurposes waste from construction and demolition sites. The case study included preview clips from his “Wonderful Waste” limited series.

The fourth segment included The Leaders Panel discussion on multi-sector real estate, industry resilience, and challenges in sustainable development with Cyndy Tan Jarabata, President, TAJARA Leisure and Hospitality Group; Hang Dang, Managing Director, CBRE Vietnam; Rita Chow, Founder & Chief Business Officer, Sunshine PR (China); Stephen Pimbley, Founding Partner & Director, SPARK Architects; and moderator Marco Lobregat, Asia Editor, Bridges / International Director, Synergy Media Specialists.

Ornpaka (Tong) Vudhikosit, Senior Industry Manager (Travel, Real Estate, and eCommerce), Google Thailand, concluded the fourth segment with an expert talk on the future of digital innovation.

Following the summit, distinguished participants and guests took part in the ARES VIP Cocktail Party: Celebration of Women, honouring industry leaders who embody the spirit of “live, work, thrive”. The 2023 ARES Power Women were: Andrea Savage, Co-CEO, A Life By Design; Chelsea Perino, Managing Director, Global Marketing & Communications, The Executive Centre; Coco Liu, Chief Regional Officer, Asia Pacific, HLB International; Esther An, Chief Sustainability Officer, City Developments Limited / Chair, Corporate Advisory Board, World Green Building Council; Hang Dang, Managing Director, CBRE (Vietnam) Co., Ltd.; and Joanne Kua, Group CEO, KSK Group.

ARES 2023 was one of the anchor events of PropertyGuru Week attended by top executives and industry leaders in the region. The week started with the Real Estate Leaders’ Roundtable on 6 December, hosted by PropertyGuru For Business; followed by ARES 2023 and the ARES VIP Cocktail Party on 7 December; and two exclusive galas on 8 December: the International Luncheon to present the country awards for China, Greater Niseko, and India, and the 18th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which drew country and regional winners from Southeast Asia, China, Japan, India, and Australia. The week closed with a private screening at Cinema Oasis Bangkok for “Wonderful Waste” by Never Too Small.

PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit 2023 is supported by official portal partner PropertyGuru; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; official publicity partner Artemis Associates; media partners Bridges, d+a Magazine, Hot Magazine, Manila Bulletin, Powderlife, REm, and Techsauce; and supporting associations IFC – Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies, and REHDA Institute. The ARES VIP Cocktail Party was sponsored by PropertyGuru For Business, and partners Dao Ethical Gifts (Women Empowerment Project) and Fah Mai Holdings Inc.

For more information, email ares@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: AsiaRealEstate AsiaPropertyAwards.com.

NOTE: Use of the PropertyGuru logo is limited to the publication of this article only.

PROPERTYGURU CONTACTS:

General Enquiries:

Richard Allan Aquino, Head of Brand & Marketing Services

M: +66 92 954 4154

E: allan@propertyguru.com   

Media & Partnerships:

Nate Dacua, Media Relations & Marketing Services Manager

M: +66 92 701 2510

E: nate@propertyguru.com

Marketing:

Marco Bagna-Dulyachinda, Product Lifecycle Marketing Manager

M: +66 94 954 4154

E: marco@propertyguru.com

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU ASIA REAL ESTATE SUMMIT:

PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit (ARES) is the premier gathering of the industry’s finest minds, top-level business leaders and decision-makers. Designed to ‘educate, innovate and inspire,’ ARES focuses on advancements in property technology, green building, sustainability, diversity, inclusivity, and innovation. More than 500 registered in-person and virtual delegates, comprising real estate and proptech experts, climate heroes, sustainability champions, trendsetters, and tech startup executives from around the region and beyond participate to refresh thinking, exchange ideas and connect with peers at ARES, which features global keynotes, case studies, panel discussions, partner booths and networking lunch.

ARES is part of the exciting ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2023, coinciding with the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final gala and presentation ceremony, which is joined by the region’s finest real estate developers and leaders, and watched by investors, agents, and consumers via livestream.

For more information, please visit: AsiaRealEstateSummit.com.

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU GROUP:

PropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading(1)PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 37 million property seekers(2) to connect with almost 59,000 agents monthly(3) to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.9 million real estate listings(4), in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. 

PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 15 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its core markets; mortgage marketplace, PropertyGuru Finance; home services platform, Sendhelper; a host of proprietary enterprise solutions under PropertyGuru For Business including DataSense, ValueNet, Awards, events and publications across Asia. 

For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.comPropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn.

Footnotes & Citation:

(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between April 2023 and September 2023.

(2) Based on Google Analytics data between April 2023 and September 2023.

(3) Based on data between July 2023 and September 2023.

(4) Based on data between April 2023 and September 2023.

 

Group: Key Statistics as of November 2023

* Property seekers: 37 million

* No. of agents: 59,000

* Real estate listings: 2.9 million

 

Strong Category Leadership Drives Long-Term Growth Opportunities

As of September 30, 2023, PropertyGuru continued its Engagement Market Share*

* Singapore: 83% – 6.2x the closest peer

* Malaysia: 92% – 12.8x the closest peer

* Vietnam: 80% – 4.0x the closest peer

* Thailand: 51% – 1.7x the closest peer

 

*Based on SimilarWeb data between April 2023 and September 2023.



Copyright 2023 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. http://www.acnnewswire.com

The 4th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (India) recognise the nation’s finest real estate companies

BANGKOK, THAILAND, Dec 12, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The 4th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (India) were presented today in an exclusive luncheon and presentation ceremony at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.

The exclusive luncheon and presentation ceremony, hosted at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.

DLF Cyber City Developers Ltd. came out on top as the year’s biggest winner, scoring the title of Best Sustainable Developer. The company also earned Special Recognitions in ESG and Sustainable Design and Construction.                  

A wide array of companies and projects were given Special Recognitions this year. Supreme Universal received the Special Recognition for Luxury Development while Turner House by Raiaskaran won the Special Recognition for Landmark Office Design. The Special Recognition for Redevelopment was meanwhile presented to S. Raheja Realty.

The latest edition of the Awards in India also recognised the country’s finest integrated, mixed-use, and office projects, including Brigade Cornerstone Utopia by Brigade Group and The Ark- Voyage to the Stars by Tribeca Developers & Acropolis Developer. Embassy REIT gained wins for the projects Embassy Hub Phase 1 and Embassy Manyata Block D1 & D2.

Embassy Hub Phase 1 by Embassy REIT, Winner of the Best Office Development at the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (India) 2023

Jeremy Williams, managing director, Marketplaces, PropertyGuru Group, said: “Congratulations to the distinguished companies and projects that have raised the standard of real estate in India. The winners represent the continual improvement in the quality of real estate in India, showcasing a readiness to meet the demands of NRIs, the domestic housing market, and investors. We look forward to seeing many more such exemplary companies committed to transforming the nation’s property sector for the better.”

Jules Kay, GM of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “The built environment of India continues to show impressive growth with the support of smart property seekers and investors at home and abroad. Thanks to the country’s many experienced property developers and high-performing real estate investment trusts, the country’s award-worthy residential and commercial offerings have made great strides in terms of design and construction in recent years, setting quality benchmarks both at a national and international level.”

The independent panel of judges who determined the list of awardees this year consist of Ajai A Kapoor, chairperson of the Awards in India and CEO of 360 degrees – Real Estate Services; Avinash Khater, founder chairman, The Real Estate Kings (TREK); Jitender Girdhar, co-founder & director, Qonqests Technical Solutions and VDC Technologies; Madhav Raman, co-founder, Anagram Architects; Ravi Ahuja, India Real Estate Services; Shradha Batra Mithal, director, Alto Vita; and Sidhartha Talwar, principal and co-founder, Studio Lotus.

HLB supervised the selection process under the leadership of Surabhi Bansal, partner with HLB Advisory Services Delhi LLP.

Organised by PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, the 4th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (India) are supported by official portal partner Housing.com; official marketing partner SHK360; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partner The Hindu; supporting association IFC – Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies; official courier partner Ezy Express; and official supervisor HLB.

For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: AsiaPropertyAwards.com.

COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS

4th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (India)

DEVELOPER AWARD                            

Best Sustainable Developer                           
WINNER: DLF Cyber City Developers Ltd.                               

DEVELOPMENT AWARDS

Best Integrated Development                       
WINNER: The Ark- Voyage to the Stars by Tribeca Developers & Acropolis Developer                            

Best Mixed Use Development                       
WINNER: Brigade Cornerstone Utopia by Brigade Group                            

Best Office Development                                 
WINNER: Embassy Hub Phase 1 by Embassy REIT                            

DESIGN AWARD                            

Best Office Architectural Design                   
WINNER: Embassy Manyata Block D1 & D2 by Embassy REIT                            

SPECIAL AWARDS                            

Special Recognition in ESG                             
WINNER: DLF Cyber City Developers Ltd.   

Special Recognition in Sustainable Design and Construction                   
WINNER: DLF Cyber City Developers Ltd.             

Special Recognition for Luxury Development                              
WINNER: Supreme Universal   

Special Recognition for Landmark Office Design                        
WINNER: Turner House by Raiaskaran        

Special Recognition for Redevelopment                      
WINNER: S. Raheja Realty                                                 

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU ASIA PROPERTY AWARDS:

PropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, established in 2005, are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent. 

In 2023, the Awards series is open to more than a dozen key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2023. 

For more information, please visit AsiaPropertyAwards.com

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU GROUP:

PropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading(1) PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 37 million property seekers(2) to connect with almost 59,000 agents monthly(3) to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.9 million real estate listings(4), in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. 

PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 15 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its core markets; mortgage marketplace, PropertyGuru Finance; home services platform, Sendhelper; a host of proprietary enterprise solutions under PropertyGuru For Business including DataSense, ValueNet, Awards, events and publications across Asia. 

For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.com;PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn.

Footnotes & Citation:

(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between April 2023 and September 2023.
(2) Based on Google Analytics data between April 2023 and September 2023.
(3) Based on data between July 2023 and September 2023.
(4) Based on data between April 2023 and September 2023.

Group: Key Statistics as of November 2023

* Property seekers: 37 million
* No. of agents: 59,000
* Real estate listings: 2.9 million

Strong Category Leadership Drives Long-Term Growth Opportunities

As of September 30, 2023, PropertyGuru continued its Engagement Market Share*

* Singapore: 83% – 6.2x the closest peer
* Malaysia: 92% – 12.8x the closest peer
* Vietnam: 80% – 4.0x the closest peer
* Thailand: 51% – 1.7x the closest peer

*Based on SimilarWeb data between April 2023 and September 2023.

PROPERTYGURU CONTACTS:

General Enquiries:
Richard Allan Aquino, Head of Brand & Marketing Services
M: +66 92 954 4154
E: allan@propertyguru.com   

Media & Partnerships:
Piyachanok Raungpaka, Media Relations & Marketing Services Executive
M: +66 92 701 2510
E: piyachanok@propertyguru.com    

Sponsorships:
Kanittha Srithongsuk, Regional Manager, Awards Sponsorship
M: +66 93 293 9794
E: kanittha@propertyguru.com

Sales & Nominations:
Monika Singh, Solutions Manager
M: +66 87 677 4812
E: monika@propertyguru.com



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Japan’s finest alpine real estate rises at the 2023 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko)

BANGKOK, THAILAND, Dec 12, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The 2023 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko) today distinguished the companies catalysing the development of Japan’s foremost skiing destination.

The exclusive luncheon and presentation ceremony, hosted at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.

In an exclusive ceremony at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok, Apex Property triumphed as Best Developer, with wins for its developments Hanaridge and Hanacreek.

Hanaridge was distinguished as Best Housing Development (Greater Niseko) and Best Estate Housing Development while Niseko Kyo by Rooftop RE (Japan) Pte Ltd was named Best Condo Development (Greater Niseko) and Best Luxury Hotel Condo Development.

Niseko Kyo by Rooftop RE (Japan) Pte Ltd, Winner of the Best Condo Development (Greater Niseko)

Iconic Group accumulated wins for the projects Aura Niseko and Zia Niseko. Aki Niseko by Takuetsu Co., Ltd. also gained multiple winning titles.

Other winning projects were Hotel101-Niseko by Hotel101 Global Pte. Ltd.; Sushi Kato Setsu Niseko by Sushi Kato; and Ultimo Niseko by Blue Waves Group.

The 2023 Awards had 15 categories, including distinctions like the Best Property Management Portfolio, awarded to NISADE & The Luxe Nomad, and the Special Recognition for Public Recreation Facility, presented to the Niseko Area Mountain Bike Association (NAMBA).

Jeremy Williams, managing director, Marketplaces, PropertyGuru Group, said: “I want to congratulate the awardees on their well-deserved recognition at the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko). These award-winning companies have shown competence and creativity with their homes, hotels, condominiums, condotels, resorts, and assets, proving that the standards of real estate in Japan’s premier skiing destination continue to scale new heights.”

Apex Property wins Best Developer, the top honour of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko) 2023

Jules Kay, GM of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “It is great to have seen the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards expand their recognition of the diverse residential, hospitality, and investment properties on offer in Greater Niseko. With beautiful built spaces to match its natural wonders, Japan’s leading ski destination holds lasting appeal for international property seekers, and the Awards showcase the destination as well as its standard-setting developers.”

The independent panel of judges who determined the list of awardees this year consist of Eddie Guillemette, chairperson of the Greater Niseko awards and CEO, Midori no Ki (MnK); Acme Wu, marketing director, Niseko Tourism; Bill Barnett, founder and managing director, C9 Hotelworks; Greg Hough, managing director, Niseko Portfolio and Explore Travel Group; Minoru Okubo, representative director, ResortPropertyJapan Co., Ltd.; and Shigeru Uehara, director, Niseko Home Design, Ltd.

HLB upheld the fairness, transparency, and credibility of the selection process under the supervision of Paul Ashburn of HLB International Real Estate Group.

Organised by PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, the 2023 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko) are supported by official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partners Bridges and Powderlife; supporting association Niseko Tourism; official courier partner Ezy Express; and official supervisor HLB.

For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: AsiaPropertyAwards.com.

COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS AND HIGHLY COMMENDED AWARDEES

2023 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko)

DEVELOPER AWARD

Best Developer                                  
WINNER: Apex Property

PORTFOLIO AWARD

Best Property Management Portfolio                           
WINNER: NISADE & The Luxe Nomad           

DEVELOPMENT AWARDS                            

Best Luxury Hotel Condo Development                        
WINNER: Niseko Kyo by Rooftop RE (Japan) Pte Ltd

Best Value Hotel Condo Development                          
WINNER: Hotel101-Niseko by Hotel101 Global Pte. Ltd.                                                    

Best Resort Housing Development                                
WINNER: Aki Niseko by Takuetsu Co., Ltd.

Best Estate Housing Development                                 
WINNER: Hanaridge by Apex Property

DESIGN AWARDS

Best Mixed Use Resort Architectural Design                                
WINNER: Zia Niseko by Iconic Group

Best Resort Housing Architectural Design                   
WINNER: Hanacreek by Apex Property
HIGHLY COMMENDED: Aki Niseko by Takuetsu Co., Ltd.                            

Best Hotel Condo Architectural Design                        
WINNER: Aura Niseko by Iconic Group
HIGHLY COMMENDED: Powder Loft Niseko by Hokkaido Hospitality Holding

Best Resort Housing Interior Design                              
WINNER: Aki Niseko by Takuetsu Co., Ltd.                                                       

Best Restaurant Design                 
WINNER: Sushi Kato Setsu Niseko by Sushi Kato                                                                

Best Resort Restaurant Design                      
WINNER: Ultimo Niseko by Blue Waves Group          

BEST OF GREATER NISEKO AWARDS

Best Condo Development (Greater Niseko)
WINNER: Niseko Kyo by Rooftop RE (Japan) Pte Ltd

Best Housing Development (Greater Niseko)
WINNER: Hanaridge by Apex Property                                                     

SPECIAL AWARD

Special Recognition for Public Recreation Facility                      
WINNER: Niseko Area Mountain Bike Association (NAMBA)    

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU ASIA PROPERTY AWARDS

PropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, established in 2005, are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent. 

In 2023, the Awards series is open to more than a dozen key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2023. 

For more information, please visit AsiaPropertyAwards.com

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU GROUP

PropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading(1) PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 37 million property seekers(2) to connect with almost 59,000 agents monthly(3) to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.9 million real estate listings(4), in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. 

PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 15 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its core markets; mortgage marketplace, PropertyGuru Finance; home services platform, Sendhelper; a host of proprietary enterprise solutions under PropertyGuru For Business including DataSense, ValueNet, Awards, events and publications across Asia. 

For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.com;PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn.

Footnotes & Citation:

(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between April 2023 and September 2023.
(2) Based on Google Analytics data between April 2023 and September 2023.
(3) Based on data between July 2023 and September 2023.
(4) Based on data between April 2023 and September 2023.

Group: Key Statistics as of November 2023

* Property seekers: 37 million
* No. of agents: 59,000
* Real estate listings: 2.9 million

Strong Category Leadership Drives Long-Term Growth Opportunities

As of September 30, 2023, PropertyGuru continued its Engagement Market Share*

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Champion REIT Illuminated Hong Kong CBD by “Sharelebrating” Joy with Community at its Premium Property Three Garden Road

HONG KONG, Dec 5, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Christmas is a season of joy and giving back. This year, Champion Real Estate Investment Trust (“Champion REIT” or the “Trust”) (Stock Code: 2778) shared and celebrated the festive joy by partnering with Fullness Social Enterprises Society and Tithe Ethical Consumption Movement to host a large-scale Christmas “Sharelebration”! Pop-up Market at Three Garden Road, the premium property of Champion REIT on 1 and 2 December 2023. Over 20 local social enterprises showcased their thoughtfully crafted seasonal products and offered fun experiences for visitors. The mega event aimed to bring together the business community and all walks of life to engage in conscious consumption, sharing love among business community and the public.

An excellent example to promote social inclusion and sustainable development

Located in the bustling Central business district, Three Garden Road was transformed into a fun-filled carnival comprising of social enterprise marketplace, interactive workshops and performances. More than 20 local social enterprise brands and entrepreneurs showcased how they contribute to sustainable development from new perspectives. Several social enterprises also hosted unique hands-on workshops for children and their parents.

“Supporting social inclusion and sustainable development has always been an integral part of Champion REIT’s management philosophy and corporate culture. We actively incorporate this concept into our business operations to create long-term value for our business and our community. Christmas is a time when love and care flourish, providing us with a precious opportunity to unite and share joy within our community. This year, we are excited to collaborate with Fullness Social Enterprises Society to host a vibrant outdoor market to promote conscious consumption, sustainable development and social inclusion. Such initiative sets an excellent example of joint effort by business and social sector for the greater social good,” explained by Christina Hau, Chief Executive Officer of Champion REIT when discussing the motive behind the project.

Bringing Joy to Hundreds of Beneficiaries. Every Penny Counts

On the second day of the fair (2 December), 200 underprivileged children and their families were invited to join the fun-filled activities in which creative social enterprises entertained participants with magic shows, storytelling, book crossing, balloon twisting and Christmas card-making. “Our aim is to share and celebrate the holiday cheer while fostering a sense of togetherness,” Christina added.

Every penny spent at this meaningful pop-up market supported more than 20 social enterprises in creating employment and training opportunities for disadvantaged communities, promoting social and cultural inclusion and advocating fair trade.

Dr. Tracy Ng, Chief Executive of Fullness Social Enterprises Society said, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Champion REIT for the first time to host the Christmas market. This meaningful event offered the opportunity for various social enterprises to present their products and services directly to different stakeholders in Central. We hope this collaboration will serve as a pilot program to further promote ethical consumption, foster synergies between the business and social enterprise sectors, and create shared value.”

Providing public performance platform for underprivileged children orchestra On 1 December, the talented Great Eagle Music Children Ensemble of Music Children Foundation performed Christmas carols at the Christmas Lighting Ceremony of Three Garden Road. Established in 2013, Music Children Foundation (MCF) aims to provide free-of-charge music programmes of the highest quality to underprivileged children aged 16 or below in Hong Kong with the support from donors, patrons, volunteers and professional musicians. Enriching each child with public performance is key component of the curriculum. This year marks the 10th anniversary of MCF, making the performance even more meaningful.

10-meter tall Christmas Tree and lighting decorations to illuminate the CBD This Christmas, Three Garden Road is adorned with captivating festive lighting displays, transforming the commercial building into a captivating sight to behold. The centerpiece of the decorations is a magnificent 10-meter tall Christmas tree that stands tall, emanating a warm and inviting glow. Illuminating the surroundings, the grand staircase is adorned with a vibrant cascade of LED lights, creating a visually stunning spectacle. The building has become a must-visit destination for the working community, tourists, and visitors, who flock to capture the perfect photo against this enchanting backdrop. The captivating lightings will continue to illuminate Three Garden Road until December 31, 2023, providing an extended period of festive charm for all to enjoy.

Three Garden Road, the esteemed premium property of Champion REIT, will continue to evolve into an art, culture and wellness hub, promoting holistic well-being and fostering a strong sense of community.

About Three Garden Road

With over 1.6 million sq.ft. gross floor area, Three Garden Road, one of the prime properties of Champion REIT, a premium Grade A office complex in Central, comprising Champion Tower and ICBC Tower, a retail podium housing upscale food & beverage outlets, a fitness and health club, and a carpark capable of accommodating over 500 vehicles. As the city centre’s green and wellness hub, the property provides wellness-enhancing environment for its tenants, visitors, and other stakeholders through providing premium facilities and amenities, and hosting wellness initiatives. As the city’s first WELL Platinum existing building, Three Garden Road attained its “double platinum” honour along with the highest-scored BEAM Plus Platinum green building standard.

About Fullness Social Enterprises Society (FSES)

Fullness Social Enterprises Society is a non-profit organisation founded in 2011. Our mission is to promote the social development and city transformation in Hong Kong for societal betterment through a team of pracademic and knowledge volunteers. Our scope includes researching, experimenting, creating, publishing, educating and providing consultation on social entrepreneurship.

About Tithe Ethical Consumption Movement (TECM)

Tithe Ethical Consumption Movement (TECM) is a social innovation platform organised by Fullness Social Enterprises Society (FSES) connecting the government, corporations, social enterprise organisations and volunteers to advocate for cross-sector collaboration and strengthen the development of social enterprises, as well as encouraging public participation to change the world through meaningful consumption.



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Hektar REIT and University of Reading Malaysia Forge Transformative Partnership for Educational Excellence and Community Development

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 30, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Hektar Asset Management Sdn. Bhd., the Manager of Hektar Real Estate Investment Trust (“Hektar REIT”) is delighted to announce a collaboration with the University of Reading Malaysia. In a strategic move underscoring Hektar REIT’s commitment to community development, a memorandum of understanding (MOU) has been signed with the University of Reading Malaysia, specifically targeting students from the Henley Business School. This collaboration emphasizes Hektar REIT’s recognition of education as a foundation for building stronger communities.

Sabrina Halim, General Manager, Business Development & Strategy and Johari Shukri bin Jamil, Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer of Hektar Asset Management Sdn. Bhd.; Professor Wing Lam, Provost and CEO of University of Reading Malaysia, and Professor Teck Yong Eng, Professor of Business Enterprise & Analytics, Head of Henley Business School Malaysia[L-R]
Sabrina Halim, General Manager, Business Development & Strategy and Johari Shukri bin Jamil, Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer of Hektar Asset Management Sdn. Bhd.; Professor Wing Lam, Provost and CEO of University of Reading Malaysia, and Professor Teck Yong Eng, Professor of Business Enterprise & Analytics, Head of Henley Business School Malaysia[L-R]

This partnership aligns with Hektar REIT’s dedication to supporting educational endeavours and fostering a well-rounded talent pool essential for societal progress and industry readiness. The initiative encompasses various forms of support for students, such as bursaries, cash rewards for high-achieving individuals, as well as opportunities for internships and placements. Through these efforts, Hektar REIT aims to make a positive impact by fostering the growth of the next generation of professionals and leaders.

ED & CEO of Hektar Asset Management Sdn Bhd
ED & CEO of Hektar Asset Management Sdn Bhd

 

Hektar REIT plans to offer practical opportunities for students through internship programs, allowing them to gain valuable hands-on experience. This is in line with Hektar REIT’s goal to bridge academic learning with real-world applications, ensuring students are well-prepared for their future careers. Additionally, Hektar REIT is looking forward to introducing Graduate Trainee Programs at a later stage, further enriching the students’ professional development.

En. Johari Shukri bin Jamil, Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer of Hektar Asset Management Sdn. Bhd. expressed his views on this initiative, “We are excited about this collaboration with the University of Reading Malaysia. Our collaboration exemplifies our commitment to ESG values. By harmonizing business operations with sustainability, we aim to set a precedent for responsible corporate practices that benefit both our stakeholders and society at large. It is indeed an opportunity for us to contribute to the growth and development of young minds. This aligns perfectly with our goal to achieve business success and play a role in nurturing future talent and giving back to the community. Through education and practical learning experiences, we believe we can make a positive impact on society. Together, we aspire to cultivate a generation of responsible professionals and contribute to the betterment of society.”

This collaborative effort is part of Hektar REIT’s broader strategy to integrate business operations with sustainable and socially responsible practices. Hektar REIT stands at the forefront of a paradigm shift, recognizing the imperative to integrate ESG principles into the core of its operations. This collaboration with the University of Reading Malaysia serves as a testament to Hektar REIT’s proactive approach to balancing business objectives with a genuine commitment to societal welfare.



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Masteron Introduces Astra @ Aurora Residence in Puchong, A Luxurious Lakeside Living Experience

PUCHONG, SELANGOR MALAYSIA, Nov 29, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Masteron, celebrated for its rich heritage since 1981 and renowned for projects like Verando Residence @ PJ South Sentral and the ‘Koi’ series in Puchong, proudly unveils its latest innovative venture — Astra @ Aurora Residence, Puchong. This groundbreaking project, tailored for today’s discerning first-time homebuyers, inaugurates a new chapter in sustainable, strategic lakeside living. Located in a mature suburban neighbourhood, Astra @ Aurora Residence skilfully combines the tranquillity of lakeside serenity with urban convenience, offering spacious, high-specification homes that elevate the concept of affordable luxury.

Mr. Choy Kin Mann, Director of Masteron
Mr. Choy Kin Mann, Director of Masteron

As a 155-acre integrated township and one of the final master developments in Puchong, Astra @ Aurora Residence emphasises a distinctive lakeside living experience. Its strategic location near Puchong Prima LRT guarantees outstanding connectivity to key city locations. Incorporating the S.P.A.C.E concept — Sustainability, Park, Attraction, Commercial, and Education — the development transcends traditional living, offering a lifestyle rich in wellness and environmental harmony. In partnership with Federal International Holdings Berhad, this project melds luxury with functionality, showcasing nature-inspired design elements and first-class amenities. Masteron’s signature in crafting transformative living experiences is evident throughout Astra @ Aurora Residence, manifesting in both its meticulous design and comprehensive amenities, all attuned to the aspirations of contemporary families and individuals.

The initial half of 2023 presented a mixed landscape of challenges and opportunities, reflective of the marketplace’s inherent cyclical nature, which Masteron navigates with its forward-thinking philosophy. Despite initial buyer hesitations amidst rising prices and a subdued economic climate, the latter part of the year and the prospect for 2024 are showing encouraging signs of recovery. This positive shift is significantly supported by Bank Negara Malaysia’s decision to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3%, a strategic move aligned with current inflation and growth prospects. This stability is advantageous news for homebuyers, signifying an optimal time for real estate investments, particularly in projects like Astra @ Aurora Residence. It marks a promising environment for property acquisition into 2024, harmonising with Masteron’s mission of creating liveable and sustainable futures.

Mr. Choy Kin Mann, Director of Masteron, offers his perspective: “As we embark on this journey with Astra @ Aurora Residence, we’re not merely offering homes; we’re inviting you to be a part of a living, breathing community. A community that stands as a beacon of sustainable, thoughtful development, a community that promises not just connectivity and balance, but a thriving, spirited way of life. Astra @ Aurora Residence breaks new ground, providing expansive, well-appointed homes at accessible prices. Set in the tranquil Lakeside City, a well-established suburban neighbourhood, our project offers a blend of community spirit and natural beauty, standing out from the typical industrial-area developments. This strategic location choice, combined with our dedication to quality living, underscores Masteron’s commitment to enhancing lives and fostering sustainable communities.”

More than just a serviced apartment, Astra @ Aurora Residence is a carefully planned community within the expansive 155-acre Lake Side City. Upon completion, it is set to accommodate around 6,000 households, or approximately 20,000 residents. As an innovative and insightful community builder, Masteron ensures the development’s prime location near Puchong Prima LRT offers unmatched connectivity to major LRT and BRT lines. This approach to development not only enhances the residents’ quality of life but also offers easy access to highways, shopping centres, top-tier educational institutions, medical facilities, and essential government services.

At the core of Astra @ Aurora Residence is Masteron’s unwavering dedication to first-time homebuyers. Infused with the S.P.A.C.E concept, the development is a testament to Masteron’s brand pillars of providing a future-focused and health-centric living environment. It is not just a response to the current market demand for affordable, quality housing but a redefinition of it, offering a holistic living experience that caters to the evolving needs and desires of modern families and individuals.



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The 10th PropertyGuru Asia Awards in partnership with iProperty.com.my mark a decade of celebrating real estate achievements

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, announced the winners of the 10th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty.com.my at The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur, the official venue.

Excellent companies and property developments, as well as exemplary individuals in the real estate industry, comprised this year’s list of winners. The Awards were presented across 48 categories, decided by an elite roster of local and foreign experts as well as the people of Malaysia.

With nine golden statuettes, WCT Land Sdn Bhd garnered the most wins of the year. The company was named Best Developer (Malaysia), Best Developer (Central Malaysia), and Best Mixed Use Developer and garnered multiple awards for its projects Pavilion Mont Kiara and Greenville Residences.

UEM Sunrise Berhad also gained nine wins, including various honours for its projects The Connaught One, Allevia Mont’Kiara, The MINH Mont’Kiara, Residensi ZIG, and Verna Serene Heights.

Another big winner, Sime Darby Property, won five golden statuettes, including the prestigious Best Landed Development (Malaysia) award for Ilham Residence, in addition to honours for Bandar Bukit Raja and Serasi Residences, Putra Heights Sentral. Eupe Corporation Berhad won the prestigious Best High-Rise Development (Malaysia) title for Est8 @ Seputeh in one of three awards for the company.

Other winners in the Developer categories were Mah Sing Group Berhad, named Best Lifestyle Developer with a win for M Astra; Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor, named Best Affordable Homes Developer; Tanah Sutera Development Sdn Bhd, named Best Developer (Southern Malaysia) with a win for Sutera Square; and Tanjung Ratna Sdn Bhd, named Best Boutique Developer.

An independent panel of expert judges provided their unbiased insights during the Live Judging Days that began in July 2023. They consisted of Datuk Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail, chairperson of the panel of judges and president of the Malaysian Institute of Architects: 2020-2022; Chris Tia, vice-chairperson of the panel of judges and principal and managing partner of Tia & Noordin; Blaine Robert, CEO and creative director, Blaine Robert Design; Christophe Vicic, chief growth officer, JLL Property Services (M) Sdn Bhd; Dr. Daniele Gambero, president, Malaysia Proptech Association (MPA); Sr Engad Ravana, principal, ER Consult; PMgr Sr Haji Ishak bin Ismail, president, Malaysia Institute of Professional Property and Facility Managers (MIPFM); Ho Chin Soon, chairman, Ho Chin Soon Research; Dato’ Sr. Lau Wai Seang, president of the Royal Institution of Surveyors Malaysia (RISM): 2017-2018; Sr Low Han Hoe, independent property consultant, coach, mentor, trainer, FRICS FRISM FPEPS FMIPFM MMIEA MPINZ;  Ar. Ts. PRBr.Mustapha Kamal Zulkarnain, founder and principal, Arkitek Mustapha Kamal; Assoc. Prof. LAr. Dr Nor Atiah Ismail, president, Institute of Landscape Architects Malaysia (ILAM); Datin TPr Hjh Noraida Saludin, president, Malaysian Institute of Planners (MIP); Ir. Ong Ching Loon, immediate past president, The Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM): 2020-2022; Ar (Dr) Serina Hijjas, vice president, MalaysiaGBC 2023-2025; Sr Subramaniam A/L Arumugam, president, Association of Valuers, Property Managers, Estate Agents and Property Consultants in the Private Sector Malaysia (PEPS); Tan Hui Yin, partner, Tan Chap & Associates; and Ir. Dr. Zulhkiple A Bakar, managing director, Perunding ZAB Sdn Bhd.

John Ler and Kelvin Chew, international contact partner and managing partner of HLB Ler Lum Chew – HLB Malaysia, respectively, represented the official supervisor and made sure the selection process was fair, credible, and transparent.

Property seekers in Malaysia were also given the opportunity to recognise the 10 finest developers in the country. This year, the People’s Choice Awards went to Chin Hin Group Property; Eastern & Oriental Berhad; Glomac Berhad; LBS Bina Group Berhad; Mah Sing Group Berhad; Mitraland Group; Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor; Seri Pajam Development; Sime Darby Property; and UEM Sunrise Berhad.

The Portal’s Choice Awards, decided by the Awards Organising Committee, went to OCR Group (Visionary Developer Award); HCK Capital Group Berhad (Urban Revival Award); and Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd (Consumer Game Changer Award). The Awards Organising Committee also presented the inaugural Rising Star Award to Ms Lindy Tan of BCB Berhad for her fresh, innovative approach to working in the real estate scene.

The editorial team of Property Report by PropertyGuru, the official magazine, presented the Malaysia Real Estate Personality of the Year award to Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Vincent Tan, founder and advisor of Berjaya Corporation Berhad. He is honoured for several remarkable achievements, including the diversification of the conglomerate and its expansion into markets across Asia.

Malaysia’s leading property marketplaces, PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com.my, jointly organised the black-tie gala dinner and presentation ceremony.

Hari V. Krishnan, CEO and managing director of PropertyGuru Group, said: “With our Awards, we continue to celebrate property development and design that is setting the standard for excellence in Malaysia. Our panel of expert judges recognise these projects have the chance to create real impact for the nation’s consumers. We believe that our winning developers and their projects will make a lasting, positive influence on the industry.”

Jules Kay, GM of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “Congratulations to the 2023 Malaysia award winners. We are proud to set a gold standard in design and development through the collaboration of two market leaders. With the backing of Malaysia’s premier property marketplaces – PropertyGuru Malaysia and iProperty – the Malaysia awards showcase the very best real estate to property seekers, domestically and internationally.”

Winners from the Awards in Malaysia may vie for the Best in Asia accolades at the 18th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final 2023 in Bangkok, Thailand on 8 December.

The 10th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty.com.my programme is supported by official portal partners PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com.my; official venue The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partners Asian Property Review, BERNAMA, Kopi & Property, Niaga Times, Penang Property Talk, Real Estate Malaysia (REM), The Grid Asia, The Malaysia Voice, and Top 10 of Malaysia; supporting association REHDA Institute; official balloting partner HLB Ler Lum Chew – HLB Malaysia; and official supervisor HLB.

For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: AsiaPropertyAwards.com.

COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS

10th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty.com.my

DEVELOPER AWARDS

Best Developer (Malaysia)           
WINNER: WCT Land Sdn Bhd        

Best Developer (Southern Malaysia)          
WINNER: Tanah Sutera Development Sdn Bhd           

Best Developer (Central Malaysia)             
WINNER: WCT Land Sdn Bhd        

Best Boutique Developer
WINNER: Tanjung Ratna Sdn Bhd                 

Best Mixed Use Developer            
WINNER: WCT Land Sdn Bhd        

Best Lifestyle Developer                
WINNER: Mah Sing Group Berhad

Best Affordable Homes Developer
WINNER: Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor

DEVELOPMENT AWARDS

Best Luxury High-Rise Development (Central)         
WINNER: Pavilion Mont Kiara by WCT Land Sdn Bhd                 

Best High End High-Rise Development (Central)
WINNER: Est8 @ Seputeh by Eupe Corporation Berhad             

Best Mid End High-Rise Development (Central)       
WINNER: Ayanna Resort Residences @ Bukit Jalil by Chin Hin Group Property

Best Mass Market High-Rise Development (Central)
WINNER: M Astra by Mah Sing Group Berhad             

Best High End High-Rise Development (Southern)  
WINNER: Greenville Residences by WCT Land Sdn Bhd             

Best Waterfront High-Rise Development
WINNER: Residensi ZIG by Mega Legacy (M) Sdn Bhd         

Best Value High-Rise Development
WINNER: Serasi Residences, Putra Heights Sentral by Sime Darby Property

Best Lifestyle High-Rise Development       
WINNER: Ayanna Resort Residences @ Bukit Jalil by Chin Hin Group Property

Best Investment High-Rise Development  
WINNER: IBN Highlands City by IBN Corp  

Best Green High-Rise Development            
WINNER: Allevia Mont’Kiara by UEM Sunrise Berhad                

Best Eco Friendly High-Rise Development
WINNER: Stellar Damansara by OCR Land Development Sdn Bhd           

Best Connectivity High-Rise Development
WINNER: The Connaught One by UEM Sunrise Berhad               

Best Mass Market Landed Development (Central)  
WINNER: Verna Serene Heights by UEM Sunrise Berhad

Best Value Landed Development                 
WINNER: Sena Mas @ Tasek Gelugor by PTL Properties Sdn. Bhd.

Best Smart Home Landed Development
WINNER: Nada Embun by Seri Pajam Development

Best Lifestyle Landed Development
WINNER: Ilham Residence by Sime Darby Property

Best Completed Landed Development       
WINNER: Sena Mas @ Tasek Gelugor by PTL Properties Sdn. Bhd.

Best Integrated WFH Development             
WINNER: Residensi ZIG by Mega Legacy (M) Sdn Bhd         

Best Co Living Development        
WINNER: The Meg by Eastern & Oriental Berhad       

Best Industrial Development       
WINNER: Bandar Bukit Raja by Sime Darby Property

Best Mixed Use Development      
WINNER: The Connaught One by UEM Sunrise Berhad               

Best Retail Development
WINNER: Sutera Square by Tanah Sutera Development Sdn Bhd             

DESIGN AWARDS

Best Township Masterplan Design              
WINNER: Andaman by Eastern & Oriental Berhad     

Best Mixed Use Architectural Design          
WINNER: The Connaught One by UEM Sunrise Berhad               

Best Luxury High-Rise Architectural Design              
WINNER: Pavilion Mont Kiara by WCT Land Sdn Bhd                 

Best High End High-Rise Architectural Design          
WINNER: The MINH Mont’Kiara by UEM Sunrise Berhad                   

Best Landed Architectural Design
WINNER: D’ Art Hills Residence by PH World                        

Best High-Rise Interior Design
WINNER: Est8 @ Seputeh by Eupe Corporation Berhad             

Best High-Rise Landscape Design               
WINNER: Pavilion Mont Kiara by WCT Land Sdn Bhd                 

Best Clubhouse Design
WINNER: D’ Art Hills Residence by PH World              

BEST OF MALAYSIA AWARDS

Best Landed Development (Malaysia)       
WINNER: Ilham Residence by Sime Darby Property

Best High-Rise Development (Malaysia)  
WINNER: Est8 @ Seputeh by Eupe Corporation Berhad             

SPECIAL AWARDS

Special Recognition in ESG          
WINNER: LBS Bina Group Berhad
WINNER: Mah Sing Group Berhad                
WINNER: Tanah Sutera Development Sdn Bhd

Special Recognition for CSR         
WINNER: LBS Bina Group Berhad
WINNER: Tanah Sutera Development Sdn Bhd          
WINNER: WCT Land Sdn Bhd        

Special Recognition in Sustainable Design and Construction 
WINNER: LBS Bina Group Berhad
WINNER: Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor  
WINNER: WCT Land Sdn Bhd        

PORTAL’S CHOICE AWARDS

Visionary Developer Award         
WINNER: OCR Group Berhad         

Urban Revival Award   
WINNER: HCK Capital Group Berhad           

Consumer Game Changer Award
WINNER: Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd

Rising Star Award          
WINNER: BCB Berhad – Ms Lindy Tan

PUBLISHER’S CHOICE AWARD

Malaysia Real Estate Personality of the Year           
WINNER: Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Vincent Tan, Founder and Advisor, Berjaya Corporation Berhad

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS

WINNER: Chin Hin Group Property
WINNER: Eastern & Oriental Berhad
WINNER: Glomac Berhad
WINNER: LBS Bina Group Berhad
WINNER: Mah Sing Group Berhad
WINNER: Mitraland Group
WINNER: Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor
WINNER: Seri Pajam Development
WINNER: Sime Darby Property    
WINNER: UEM Sunrise Berhad

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU ASIA PROPERTY AWARDS:

PropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, established in 2005, are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent. 

In 2023, the Awards series is open to more than a dozen key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2023. 

For more information, please visit AsiaPropertyAwards.com

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU GROUP:

PropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading(1) PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 37 million property seekers(2) to connect with almost 60,000 agents monthly(3) to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.9 million real estate listings(4), in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam.

PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 15 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its core markets; mortgage marketplace, PropertyGuru Finance; home services platform, Sendhelper; a host of proprietary enterprise solutions under PropertyGuru For Business including DataSense, ValueNet, Awards, events and publications across Asia.  

For more information, please visit:PropertyGuruGroup.com;PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn.

(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between October 2022 and March 2023.
(2) Based on Google Analytics data between October 2022 and March 2023.
(3) Based on data between January 2023 and March 2023.
(4) Based on data between October 2022 and March 2023.

PROPERTYGURU CONTACTS:

General Enquiries:
Richard Allan Aquino, Head of Brand & Marketing Services
M: +66 92 954 4154
E: allan@propertyguru.com   

Media & Partnerships:
Nate Dacua, Media Relations & Marketing Services Manager
M: +66 92 701 2510
E: nate@propertyguru.com

Sponsorships:
Kanittha Srithongsuk, Regional Manager, Awards SponsorshipM: +66 93 293 9794E: kanittha@propertyguru.com

Sales & Nominations:
Samuel Poon, Asst. Manager (Malaysia & China) – Awards
M: +60 16 411 4361
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