True to its name, the Sakura Residence in Sunway Iskandar signifies a time of new life, with the country’s first ever luxurious pre-fabricated homes.

By CAITLYN NG LI YUIN liyuin@ocision.com

SUNWAY Iskandar is located in the enviable address of Iskandar Malaysia, and is yet another feather in the cap for prominent property developer Sunway Property. The 1800-acre development lies along the coast of the Pendas River, right in the heart of Medini, and overlooks the Straits of Johor.

With its natural setting of a magnificent landscape featuring lush forests, 700-acres of reserved green spaces and the tranquillity of Emerald Lake, it is no surprise that this masterplan masterpiece has come to be known as ‘Nature’s Capital City’.

The project is carefully crafted by blending the sophistication of urban living and the beauty of nature, along with community interests and needs in mind. Now, for the first time ever, Sunway Iskandar is about to welcome a precious gem into its folds.

Sakura Residence is sited in the Parkview Precinct of Sunway Iskandar, one of the six precincts found in the integrated development. What sets this project in a class above the rest is that it is Malaysia’s first luxurious homes using Japanese pre-fabricated technology.

The basic principle of pre-fabricated homes is that the buildings in this exclusive project undergo a special creation process that has been around for at least a few hundred years. Homebuyers will be assured of predictability about the outcome – custom projects do not have the degree of surety that comes with the predefined design details and construction processes.

All the major components are manufactured and inspected in the factory to reduce wastage and ensure the highest quality. The components are then transported to the construction site to be assembled, thereby creating homes that are not only beautiful to look at, but with exceptionally accurate measurements.

For this endeavour, Sunway Property entered into a joint venture with Daiwa House, the largest construction business company in Japan which is listed as one of the world’s Top 500 companies. Together, the concept of Sakura Residence was brought about, a private gated community with a total of 100 double-storey bungalows, semi-Ds and semi-D+ units.

“The quality of living for inhabitants was our core consideration when we designed these pre-fabricated houses. Beyond the basic roof and walls, it is about constructing a structurally sound building with all the small thoughtful details that make it a convenient and comfortable home for people of all ages.

It is reflected in the many user-friendly features that have been incorporated into each house such as non-slippery bathroom floors, waterproof socket points, two-way switches, air-tight windows, insect screens, as well as finger-safe doors,” enthused Daiwa House Malaysia Sdn Bhd managing director Daisuke Usugi.

Some of the unique components that these homes possess include a high precision structure, shorter delivery timeframe, well-ventilated design, energy-saving and clean living environment.

The homes are highly airtight and make use of a revolutionary air purification system by Panasonic that provides indoor air quality management. The ventilation system is powered by an Air-Tech filter, which removes 97% of even the tiniest particles before it enters the house, and creates a positive pressure in the rooms.

Another innovative feature found in the Sakura Residence homes are finger-safe doors that have distinctive lever handles. With a round edge near the hinges, the gap between the frames is small and prevents fingers from being accidentally trapped in the door gap.

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The handles on the other hand, only require a rotation of approximately 10 degrees, as compared to conventional lever handles that need a rotation of 30 degrees or more. This is convenient as it allows for doors to be opened and closed easily, even for the elderly or when one’s hands are full.

Residents can also enjoy the fuss-free bathrooms which are made from a fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP) material. It boasts key features such as a high waterproof performance, dirt resistance, continuous anti-skid pattern and ease of cleaning. They are not only low-maintenance, but effectively prevents the water leakage problems that so often plague traditional bathrooms.

Safety for residents and their loved ones is assured with the integration of multiple safety features in each Sakura Residence home, including a gated and guarded community, armed police force patrols as well as video intercom systems. The system allows residents to access it wirelessly via a smartphone, so that the security of the home can be monitored at all times from anywhere with just a few simple clicks.

Sakura Residence would not be complete without ample facilities for its residents to enjoy. The serene enclave will also be home to a Japanese-inspired community centre and four seasons-inspired jogging track. For each section, specific colours and plants that are associated with the particular season will be used.

“Sunway Iskandar will be developed in six precincts: The Lakeview, The Capital, The Parkview, The Riverside, The Seafront and The Marketplace. Each precinct is designed to be a self-sustaining integrated township in its own right.

“Much like our award-winning Sunway City, there will be key components such as educational institutions, leisure hotspots, healthcare and recreation incorporated into each phase,” said Sunway Iskandar Sdn Bhd chief executive officer Gerard Soosay.

Sakura Residence

One of the focal points of Sunway Iskandar is the Sunway International School, with a new campus in the township itself.

Scheduled for the first intake of students in 2017 (pre-school, primary, secondary and pre-university levels), it has a capacity for 600 students.

Canadian certified teachers and IB certified educators will be present to educate the next generation of impressionable youths, keeping in-line with an internationally recognised curriculum. The Canadian (Ontario) comprehensive school programme is consistently ranked as the World’s Best PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment).

Sunway Iskandar boasts excellent accessibility and connectivity via the Coastal Highway Southern Link (CHSL) and is 5 minutes away from the Singapore Second Link. It is also located within close proximity to major attractions in the area such as Pinewood Studios.

It is only a 5km drive to the Medini Mall, Legoland Malaysia, Ferry Terminal and Puteri Harbour. Located just 7km away from Sunway Iskandar is the Educity in Nusajaya, which is a fully integrated education hub that comprises universities and institutes of higher education all under one address.

Homes that have been honed to perfection overlooking the pristine greenery, and surrounded by a myriad of top-notch facilities and amenities are all part of the charm found in Sakura Residences. Here is where everyday living is made easy for the utmost peace of mind.
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