By: Sharil Tarmize sharil@mystar.com.my
The developers are starting to set a benchmark in urban living that embraces nature in a symbiotic relationship. Most developments near water frontages have benefits such as fresher air, stellar views and return on investment. Here is a list of developments that have won our StarProperty.my Awards 2019 category—The Poseidon Development.
The Poseidon development award goes to the development that is built to be centred around water bodies and utilises water features for an aesthetically appealing environment. The winning development must feature water frontages such as rivers, lakes and seas.
Seafront attraction to make its mark
Penang World City is an integrated seafront development comprising 50.6 hectares of residential, commercial and leisure precincts. Homes facing either the ocean or the hills and the iconic look of commercial developments are part of this sprawling project, which seeks to embrace and celebrate the culture and beauty of Penang Island.
This vibrant development offers vehicle-free public spaces for leisure and cultural exchanges as well as easy accessibility through its transportation hub of taxi, bus and monorail options. In addition, it has the potential for high business and investment value.
Set to become a new tourist landmark, the masterplan incorporates generous leisure and recreational spaces amid a bevvy of lifestyle, retail and alfresco dining outlets along a seafront promenade. It will also have convention centres, an international school, wellness centres for medical tourism, and a high-end international hotel.
Penang World City will be a world of difference with the serene oasis of Charismatic Island and elegant designs of its luxe residences.
Luxury with views in Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Jesselton Residences is a high-end three tower residential condominium with duty-free mall located at the heart of Kota Kinabalu. It is one of the first developments to use the double-wall cofferdam technique which involves constructing the building in the sea without any land reclamation.
The use of this unique technique has been well received by both local authorities and environmentalists as it minimises damage to marine life and pollution.
Besides being an imposing and iconic structure on the KK city skyline, the 28-storey Jesselton Residences has set a new record in the central business district by surpassing the previous building height of 14 storeys.
Offering upmarket luxury units, Jesselton Residences has been well received in Kota Kinabalu where the demand for such homes is high with limited supply. Jesselton Residences takes full advantage of the magnificent seafront views it commands.
Exclusive living in a waterfront gem.
The Isle of Kamares stems from Setia Eco Glades’ unique concept of creating homes around the site’s original terrain, turning swampland into a waterfront development with pristine waterways.
Maintaining the natural integrity of the original site was an important consideration that involved collaborating with bodies such as FRIM and the Malaysian Nature Society to undertake conservation and preservation initiatives such as tree transplanting and the relocation and reintroduction of native fauna.
The residential parcels designed around the ‘blue views, green heart’ philosophy comprise low-rise island villa suites built with a semi-D concept in mind. Size options for these semi-furnished, ready to move in units are 1,414sf and 1,520sf. A clean waterway created according to WHO standards encircle the homes and provide opportunities for various aquatic activities.
Isle of Kamares enjoys an abundance of lush green spaces and waterways which make up 30% of the development area while the Hammock Clubhouse offers facilities designed to foster closer interaction between residents and nature. Designed with Mediterranean charm and built with the grandeur of Greece, Isle of Kamares is the quintessential home to delight, nurture and inspire the modern soul.
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