BY DATUK STEWART LABROOY'The city is not merely a repository of pleasures. It is the stage on which we fight our battles, where we act out the drama of our own lives. It can enhance or corrode our ability to cope with everyday challenges. It can steal our autonomy or give us the freedom to...

BY CAITLYN NG LI YUINliyuin@ocision.comIntegrated developments are now built around a 'walkability range' system, creating a sustainable and liveable environment with a lower carbon footprint.Mid Valley City hosts a complete range of elements such as entertainment, retail, commercial and...

BY MANGALESRI CHANDRASEKARANWhat to expect of an integrated development? This question brings out some of the fundamental views of the public.Integrated developments have become a trend nowadays in the property sector, as many opt to choose to live in such places. The key to this development...

BY NURUL ASMUI MD AZMIasmui@ocision.comDevelopers have been incorporating themes into their integrated developments to enhance the surroundings.An artist’s impression of the scenic lake at Gravit8.THE number of integrated development has been rising in Malaysia over the past several years....

BY ANGIE NGangie@thestar.com.myTropicana City in Petaling Jaya is a notable example of a good integrated lifestyle development.The property market is a dynamic place where new project concepts and plans are being regularly introduced to meet changing market conditions, needs and lifestyles of the...

BY DAVID TANDevelopers going for integrated property schemes over the next two years amid a tough economic environmentLifestyle amenities: IJM Land is drawing up plans for the commercial area of The Light Waterfront. The fact that the area is located next to the Penang Bridge is an added...

BY EMILY K.Classy: A rendering of one of the Twy duplexes. The company says it tries to incorporate fun and trendy themes in its project.IT’S all about being niche, stylish and trendy for Symphony Life Bhd (formerly known as Bolton Bhd), one of the oldest property developers in Malaysia.Evidence...

A aerial view of the West Lake in the Tropicana Heights development near Kajang.PROPERTY developer Tropicana Corporation Bhd organised a carnival earlier this month to celebrate the completion of West Lake in its Tropicana Heights development in Kajang.The lake is part of the 6.5ha park in the...

BY LOANSTREET.COM.MYWHEN purchasing or refinancing a property in Malaysia, there are many different attributes (e.g. Lease, Subdivision, Land Type) the property can have. Each requires different treatment during the conveyance process, and can even affect your housing loan / mortgage application....

BY YVONNE T. NATHANCommending their efforts: Tengku Adnan (left) officiating at the launch. Looking on are (from left) Kerk, JMB treasurer Wee Khen Peng and committee member Choo Pei Szu.THE joint management body (JMB) of the Oval Tower commercial building on Jalan Damansara in Taman Tun Dr Ismail...