BY NURUL ASMUI MD AZMI
asmui@ocision.com
Floris Collection at Setia EcoHill to provide energy-saving and environmental-friendly designs.
EcoHill Park offers a tranquil and relaxed ambiance (as shown in this actual site photo).
NESTLED within the rolling hills of Semenyih is Setia EcoHill, a 673-acre eco township by SP Setia Bhd. The mixed township development offers a low-density concept of only 10 houses per acre. Each residence is well-designed to be an energy-efficient home, and has access to extensive facilities and activities, such as those at Setia EcoHill Park and a 360o Club. The latter is constructed with green sustainable design features and a roof top where residents can enjoy a spectacular view of the entire EcoHill.
As part of SP Setia ‘LiveLearnWorkPlay’ development philosophy, Setia EcoHill offers an inspiring learning environment by incorporating parks and gardens that preserve the original tropical surroundings, as well as another branch of Tenby International School that will open in September 2016.
Tenby International School was founded more than 50 years ago by Dorothy Nelson-Doig from Wales, and is now known as one of the international educational providers in Malaysia. Adopting the British system, the school aims to provide high quality international education and optimum learning environment to the community of Setia EcoHill.
For future educational facilities, the group is also planning to include government primary and secondary schools in the township.
Ultimate master plan
Scenic view of the EcoHill landscape.
What makes Setia EcoHill extraordinary is its master plan that is based on the Live Green! DNA, which comprises eight principles of sustainability that ensure an ideal setting for a sustainable lifestyle in Setia EcoHill without sacrificing comfort and modern conveniences.
The eight principles under Live Green! DNA are as follows: 1)Creating a sustainable township, 2)Supporting local businesses, 3) Reducing the carbon footprint, 4)Protecting the environment, 5)Promoting education for all, 6)Encouraging the 3R’s - reduce, reuse and recycle, 7)Facilitating a lifestyle of health and sustainability, 8)Providing a safe and secure environment.
The township’s master plan incorporates extensive green spaces that are not just parks and gardens but also habitats for indigenous wildlife including birds, butterflies, squirrels and more. The rehabilitation of the site’s original ecosystem will strengthen the sustainability of the township while enhancing the overall environment.
Astonishing elements at Horizon Residences
Experience the remarkable landscape of The Sun Bird Walk at Horizon Residences.
The principles are also incorporated into the development of Horizon Residences, a gated and guarded precinct of Setia EcoHill. Horizon Residences comprises of three exclusive collections, Grandlis, Floris and Gloris. The recently launched Grandlis Collection consists of super-link homes that are designed with generous land sizes of 3.6ft x 76ft and 23.6ft x 86ft with built-up of 2,389 sq ft and 2,500 sq ft, respectively.
With a take up rate of 90% during the launch of Grandlis Collection, it is expected that the demand for homes in Setia EcoHill will continue to grow, especially when there are only limited version of super-link houses available within Setia EcoHill development.
The enclave of Horizon Residences is enclosed by AgilFence PIDs, the most intelligent fencing in the world. Its remarkable landscape includes parks like Fragrance Garden and Sun Bird Walk which are inspired by nature’s best.
Designed with unique concept, The Sun Bird Walk is a network of linear gardens that runs between every row of super link houses in Horizon Residences. It is an outstanding natural landscape that features interactive gardens that can stimulate physicals, reawaken senses and connect with emotions. The linear gardens are divided into themed zones, such as a sunshine gym, meditation lawn, play park and herbs garden.
As the latest development of Horizon Residences, Floris Collection will also enjoy the dazzling setting and the numerous fascinating sections of The Sun Bird Walk.
Features of Floris Collection
With a gross development value (GDV) of RM70mil, Floris Collection features energy-saving houses that will help lower the residents’ energy consumption. Floris Collection also provide a wholesome and serene environment as it maintains the original ecosystem and protect the water table.
To provide a healthy lifestyle, Setia EcoHill’s holistic environment offers the perfect ambiance for the residents to create a healthy and sustainable lifestyle for themselves and their loved ones. Just like other residential “village” at Setia EcoHill, Floris Collection, too, will feature built-in security systems, complemented by 24-hour guard patrol throughout the township.
Floris Collection will comprise super-link houses that are surrounded by amazing flora and beautiful gardens. The houses offer two distinctive designs, Type B1 and Type B2, with land area of 23.6 ft x 76 ft, and built-up ranging between 2,563 sq ft and 2,718 sq ft. The launching price starts from RM798,000.
For Type B1, the ground floor boasts a generous built-up with an open floor plan to create a sense of space as well as flexibility, whereas for Type B2, both floors will be fully extended to promote a flexible living space that allows homeowner to modify the rooms according to their preferences.
Delivering an economical design at Floris Collection, the facades of the houses will reflect a modern contemporary tropical design ethos, and solar passive features that that will help keep the interior naturally cool and ventilated without sacrificing natural daylight.
Excellent connectivity
The convenient EcoHill Link is linked directly to the LEKAS Highway.
Before the planning of Setia EcoHill began, Jalan Semenyih was the only access in and out of the town. However, since the major road can no longer sustain the increasing traffic flow from the housing developments booming in the area, the EcoHill Link has been constructed for the residents of Setia EcoHill and in the area.
Conforming to the sustainability trait of Setia EcoHill, the EcoHill Link has been designed to ensure maintenance will be kept to a minimum. This is achieved by creating the Eco Cave, a cave environment in the underpass through the use of natural stone finishes and artistic cave paintings.
This direct link to the Kajang-Seremban Highway (LEKAS) has benefited the wider community in and around Semenyih town by significantly alleviating the heavy traffic volume along Jalan Semenyih.
