Ekovest’s transit oriented development connects residents of Cheras, kajang and Bangi to kuala Lumpur.
By Mak Kum Shi
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EKOCHERAS has unique characteristics that differentiates it from other transit oriented developments (TOD).
In line with its 'Business, Living, Lifestyle' tagline, it has all the characteristics of an integrated development where one may live, work and entertain within walking distance.
This 12-acre freehold mixed development project along Jalan Cheras consists of malls, residential and commercial properties with a gross development value of RM2.11bil.
Ekovest Bhd managing director Datuk seri Lim keng Cheng shared that the mall, with 600,000 sq ft of floor space, is expected to be very niche and unique. The retail portion of the development is expected to be completed by next year.
The design is expected to sustainable, where the finishing will be in concrete only. Citing that concrete can last for 400 years, this design is considered very popular.
Located 9km away from kuala Lumpur City Centre, EkoCheras is easily accessible via Jalan Cheras, Middle ring road II, East-West Link, Grand saga highway and the sILk highway.
It has easy access to nearby amenities such as Tesco and Leisure Mall, as well as educational institutions such as UCsI University, sJkC Taman Connaught and sMk seri Mutiara.
With over 4,000 car park bays, EkoCheras is designed to encourage residents from Cheras, kajang and Bangi to park their vehicles at the development, and ride the MrT to their workplaces in the city.
When returning from work, dining and shopping for groceries would become a convenience at the shopping mall.
By encouraging residents to use public transport, Ekovest encourages sustainable practices in connectivity and lifestyles.
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