By SHALINI KATESSAN
shalini@mystar.com.my

Home is the best place to relax, so it should be very comfortable to touch and feel. There are many design, style, and materials to construct a quality development, but not without the presence of care and diligence.

A professional team working on a detailed and meticulous plan could do wonders for a development, creating an environment that allows the residents to immerse within the beautiful surroundings without a care.

These are the properties that hold the most beautiful aesthetics, the perfect functional design and building materials of exceptional quality, epitomizing a true sense of comfort.

Below are the top five best and touch developments that are able to distinguish themselves with their own unique features and elements.

Bon Estates, The Estate, South Bangsar

The Estate is located in the fast developing town of South Bangsar, offering the utmost privacy and security features in low-density complexes. There are only four corner units per floor.

The Estate focuses on the provision of space and comfort in the heart of an urban setting, putting a strong emphasis on interactive green public spaces and facilities. The development offers a sense of serenity, as well as a healthy and nurturing environment.

Combining artistic interior designs, eco-friendly elements, luxurious material and spacious layout, Bon Estate has placed its emphasis on being a “100-year home”, adopting material of long-lasting durability that could last for generations to come.

Worldwide Holdings: Amber Bungalows, Subang Bestari, Selangor

Besides offering the ultimate luxurious living with thoughtful designs and finishes with expensive materials, Amber bungalows are also designed with nature-friendly elements and features.

The spacious houses are designed to allow cross ventilation, natural light and air flow.

Each house has also installed various eco-friendly features such as rainwater harvesting system and solar panels for the water heater.

Located on the hill, Ambers offers magnificent views of the surrounding Subang Bestari development and beyond.

LBS Bina: Midhills Genting, Genting Highlands

Midhills is located at the best place at Genting Highlands -- on the mid-way up with a sweet spot where the natural energies of the land converge to promote health and wealth.

It is an exclusive resort-styled development that is Feng Shui-friendly and incorporates the basic elements of nature: Earth, Fire, Wind, Water and Metal. It provides well-planned facilities to complement the five elements.

It is a place for both the investors and busy urbanites to relax while enjoying great convenience.

Located approximately 40 minutes away from Kuala Lumpur, it is the perfect getaway place for those taking a short trip away from the city.

Thriven Global Bhd: Lumi Tropicana, Petaling Jaya

This is the first development of the Lumi Collection, which is a fresh and exciting brand comprising an exclusive ensemble of the finest mixed-developments.

Lumi Tropicana offers 744 residences in four themed towers with a hotel-styled concierge and housekeeping services. Each block has different facilities accorded to their theme, namely Play, Action, Wellness, as well as Business and Lifestyle.

Lumi Tropicana is a peaceful place at Petaling Jaya and it is an approximately 30-minute drive away from Kuala Lumpur city.

The development is connected to the major highways such as Persiaran Surian, New Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE), Damansara-Puchong Expressway (LDP) and Penchala Link.

Sime Darby Property: Clusia@Elmina Gardens, City of Elmina

Clusia at the City of Elmina epitomises the new way living with modern tropical architecture and vibrant colour scheme.

Clusia lets one maximises the use of internal space by incorporating the living, dining and dry kitchen areas through an open and innovative floor plan layout. The eight-foot bedroom window allows the residents to feel the fresh stroke of breeze and enjoy the warm embrace of tropical sunlight.

This rich forest reserve forming the key part of the township is complemented by community plantations. Filled with tropical fruit trees, residents will be able to relive the olden days of simple living within nature.

Besides that, there are also many facilities for residents to participate in outdoor activities.