By Sherry Koh | Jan 19, 2010
The first retail mall in Mont' Kiara
 |
|
1 Mont' Kiara - an exciting development in the deliciously enticing address of Mont’ Kiara.
|
It started with a simple mission, answering a simple need. The need for convenience; and in comes a plethora of AIO (All-In-One) creations. Mobile devices, beverage sachets, printers and now, real estate are quickly joining in the fold of convenient living.
New townships and integrated developments are peppering the landscape of KL and PJ, and now, an exciting development is taking place in the deliciously enticing address of Mont’ Kiara. Aseana Properties Ltd, a London-listed company that is exclusively managed by Ireka Development Management Sdn. Bhd., an entity within the Ireka Group of Companies and CapitaLand, one of the largest real estate companies in Asia, listed in Singapore, brings their vision of integrated contemporary living to the upscale community of Mont’ Kiara.
The companies have previously collaborated on SENI Mont’ Kiara, the upmarket condominium that infused many artful and thoughtful touches. The assuring success of SENI led to another collaboration in Mont’ Kiara and this time, they located their next masterpiece at 1 Jalan Kiara, the primary entry and exit point of Mont’ Kiara.
Chic, cushy and convenient living
Aptly branded as 1 Mont’ Kiara, the integrated development sits on 3.4 acres of freehold land encompassing a 34-storey designer office suite building, a 20-storey office tower and a 350,000 sq. ft. gross floor of retail haven – all just steps away from the luxury serviced residences of i-ZEN@Kiara I and i-ZEN@Kiara II.
As one of the purveyors of the fine art of living, the developers and designers continue to adhere to Ireka Group’s i-ZEN 5S mantra of Style, Service, Security, Sophistication and Soul. Their i-ZEN developments are designed to deliver luxury amenities and services to meet the whims and fancy of today’s families and progressive individuals. 1 Mont’ Kiara joins the prestigious band of i-ZEN branded properties that remain committed to building and growing relationships within the Mont’ Kiara community.
“A warm, friendly and personal mall - 1 Mont’ Kiara retail mall is committed to enriching the lives of the community. Our objective is to instill a sense of belonging; encourage a community of shared interests; and create priceless experiences. . Customer care is pivotal and we will go the extra mile to make everyone feel welcomed and comfortable,” comments Evelyn Tan, Centre Manager for 1 Mont’ Kiara retail mall.
 |
|
From left to right: The 6,000 sq ft atrium, lift lobby at ground floor, atrium view overlooking platforms.
|
The mall also boasts innovative architectural concept by Sparch (Singapore) Pte Ltd. The 6,000 sq. ft. atrium is bathed in “natural” light that lends the right amount of texture, warmth and glamour; courtesy of the geometric-patterned EFTE (ethylene tetrafluoroethylene) roofing – a unique transparent plastic, the very same material that was incorporated into the acclaimed Beijing National Aquatic Centre “The Water Cube” and award-winning “The Angels” canopy in CapitaLand’s F&B precinct in Clarke Quay, Singapore.
The community can expect to see new F&B concept outlets debuting in Malaysia in 1 Mont’ Kiara. Other attractions are themed events, performances and continuing activities that will be staged in a central area. Tan adds, “The mall is the focal point of 1 Mont’ Kiara. It is likened to an “extension of your living room”. The good and interesting mix of tenants will meet the daily wants and needs of the community. We also value the community’s voice and welcome all ideas and feedback on the types of activities that they would like to see realised at 1 Mont’ Kiara.”
The working styles
Complementing the integrated urban fabric of 1 Mont’ Kiara are two office buildings – a designer office suite and an office tower. The designer office suites’ built-up will be smaller than the units of the tower block, but each office building offers an appealing and luxurious mix of features, services and facilities. The growing trend for corporations to relocate to the suburbs has led to a favourable response thus far, with a majority of the designer office suites being sold.
Taking it all in…
 |
| The retail mall will be the first in Mont’ Kiara. |
1 Mont’ Kiara has all the makings to appease the appetite and sensibilities of the catchment areas of the Mont’ Kiara, Sri Hartamas, Dutamas, Bukit Tunku and Damansara Heights. It skilfully bridges the divide between function and style, work and play. The developers envisage 1 Mont’ Kiara to be a one-stop community hub that offers ample opportunity for everyone - the entrepreneurs, 9-to-5 crowd, golfers and members of nearby recreational clubs, retail mall’s tenants and employees, students from nearby international schools and condo occupants - to converge, indulge and unwind.
Tan concludes, “The retail mall will be the first in Mont’ Kiara and there will be many community happenings to pull everyone together. It will be a friendly, personal and warm mall, likened to a “global community hub” that everyone can meet, hang out, shop and dine; exchange ideas and cross-cultural understandings; to see and to be seen; and just be comfortable.
Doesn’t it remind you a little of the theme song of the ‘80s television sitcom Cheers? “You want to be where everyone knows your name...” So, will 1 Mont’ Kiara become the mainstay of the Mont Kiara landscape? We’ll find out in the second half of 2010!
Continue reading about 1 Mont' Kiara - an exciting development:
|