In Depth

Looming challenges in property development

Technology, low birth rates and an aging population are among the trends that will disrupt or affect the property development industry in the future, according to Varangkana Artkarasatapon, vice-president of business development and new business (high-rise) of Sansiri Public Company Ltd (Thailand) — one of Thailand’s most prominent luxury property developers.

Understanding people to predict trends

TA Global Bhd, as its name suggests, has a global presence as a property developer with projects in various countries including Malaysia, Australia and Canada.

Building with purpose

When thinking about architectural design and ecosystems of the future, Japanese architect Paul Tange and his colleagues at Tange Associates constantly challenge themselves with this question —“How do we create a comfortable environment for people?”

A value proposition

Location and convenience may be a top priority for property buyers as they shop for a new home, but value is key to the future of the property market. 

Bandar Malaysia, TRX incentives — a boon or a bane?

On June 16, as the agreement that formally sees IWH CREC Sdn Bhd become a 60% shareholder in the Bandar Malaysia development as well as its master developer was signed, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak announced a slew of incentives for the massive project.

The people’s architect

Ridwan Kamil is a man who commands attention. Dressed in an open-collar shirt and a blazer, he walks into the room with an easy smile and an air of confidence.