Icon Residence is a highly lauded luxury condominium development in Mont Kiara by the reputable Mah Sing Group. Tucked away in the affluent commercial and residential hub of Mont’Kiara, Icon Residence is a one-of-a-kind serviced suites development that oozes contemporary charm framed by Mediterranean architecture. Adapting a rather unique theme based on Mediterranean design, Icon Residence Mont Kiara houses some 260 apartments spread out in three blocks (Icon 1, 2 and 3).
Built on top of more than 2.5 acres of prime, freehold land, each condo unit enjoys scenic view of either Mont Kiara or the Kuala Lumpur skyline. With an expansive glass facade and aluminium louvres, the development’s ascending facade offers a highly articulated and three dimensional look, creating a fabulous ‘sky palace’ living concept. . Launched in July 2011, the Icon Residence has a gross development value (GDV) of close to RM300 million, and is scheduled to be completed in middle 2014.
In 2011, Mah Sing secured a bulk sale of 96 units worth more than RM220 million from a Chinese company, reflecting the potential of the development. The Chinese corporation would then construct the buildings, thus freeing up the construction cost for Mah Sing. This arrangement is indeed quite innovative – probably the first in the Malaysia property market. This sale of 96 units would bring up the take up rate of the development up to 60%. Additionally, Icon Residence has garnered substantial interest from both local and foreign buyers: particularly from Singapore, Hong Kong and Taiwan. During its initial signing up of interested buyers, up to 30% were foreigners.
Unwind amidst lush greenery and stunning water features. Icon Residence offers glorious rooftop gardens with panoramic view of the Kuala Lumpur skyline, herb garden, eco-pond, sky pavilion and sky lounge. Standard recreational facilities such as swimming pools, yoga rooms, gymnasium, Jacuzzi, games room, function rooms and children’s playground are available. The Vertical Garden is a sight to behold in itself, and the Sky Garden comes with superb BBQ facilities and a tastefully designed lounge deck. To set the pace for a leisurely lifestyle, there is a barbeque terrace, picnic lawn, water pavilion with a whirlpool and sun deck. The development also hosts meditation and yoga decks and a reflexology path. The development’s grand facade matches its beautiful interior design, which features cascading plants, water feature wall, grand entrance and lush greenery that blends urban living concepts with warmth and a synergy with nature.
Icon Residence features 290 units with eight layout designs that comprise 1-, 1+1-, 2-, 2+1-, 3+1- and 4+1-bedroom units. Two other attractive options are the 2+1 and 3+1 private suites. The units measure approximately 874 sq ft to 4,719 sq ft in size and are priced from RM824, 000 onwards. There are also six duplex penthouses with private swimming pools. Promising discerning buyers only the best, Icon Residence boasts of beautifully tiled living, dining and kitchen areas, air-conditioning systems, hot water systems for all the bathrooms (except maid’s bathroom), branded sanitary wear and fittings, as well as outdoor whirlpool for selected units. In addition, each condominium unit comes fitted with air-conditioner units, kitchen cabinets, refrigerators, washing machines cum dryer– the full works. The low-density development houses six residential units per floor, which are served by three lifts. All units have a corner effect that offers a sense of living in a bungalow in the sky. Besides that, Icon Residence also boasts of several green development features such as energy saving lighting, automated waste accumulation and disposal procedures, and the harvesting of rain water.
With an unobstructed view of the picturesque Kuala Lumpur skyline, the homes are indeed an innovative approach to luxury living surrounded by convenience as well as peace of mind. The development is fitted with a comprehensive home security system and is gated and guarded, with 24-hour surveillance by trained security personnel, supported by state-of-the-art security systems.
Strategically located in one of Klang Valley’s most affluent lifestyle hubs, Icon Residence is set amidst a wide array of conveniences that include restaurants, entertainment outlets, upmarket shopping experiences, boutique retail outlets, fine dining outlets, local and international financial institutions and educational institutions. Icon Residence is home to upmarket lifestyle hotspots such as Solaris Mont Kiara, Solaris Dutamas, the commercial enclave of Taman Sri Hartamas, Hartamas Shopping Centre, Plaza Damas, OneMont Kiara Mall and Plaza Mont Kiara.
The development is within a 10-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur’s city centre, Petaling Jaya, Bangsar and Damansara Heights. Icon Residence, Mont Kiara is supported by a strong network of expressways and highways that include the Jalan Duta-Sungai Buloh Highway, the New Klang Valley Expressway, the Duta-Ulu Kelang Expressway, the Sprint Highway, the Federal Highway and the North-South Highway.
Educational institutions in the vicinity include the best local and international schools such as SK Kiaramas, SMK Kiaramas, the Mont Kiara International School and Sri Garden International School. Healthcare facilities in the vicinity include the Kiara Medical Centre and the Pantai Medical Centre in nearby Bangsar.
This area is also a popular haven for the expatriate community in Malaysia, who finds Mont Kiara an excellent location for living and entertainment options due to its excellent infrastructure, well-planned township and clean urban ambience. Other amenities within a stone’s throw from Icon Residence are the Malaysia International Trade Development Corporation, the new High Court Complex, the Federal Territory Mosque and the new royal palace grounds. Icon Residence neighbors other affluent developments such as the Hartamas Regency 1 & 2 condominiums.
