So you may have read our how-to guide on purchasing your own home, and you may have even managed to accumulate enough funds for a down-payment on a home – but before you go ahead and seal the deal by signing on the dotted line, we highly recommend taking a look at these top three priorities to...

Congratulations to the winners! You have won yourself the coffee table book Jewels of Johor: Johor’s Most Exceptional Developments 2018/2019. The winners will be able to collect the book from Pavi (03-79671388 ext 1004) at Menara Star, Section 16, Petaling Jaya.Alternatively, the coffee table...

By Viktor Chong viktorchong@thestar.com.myFrom energy efficient to environmentally sustainable buildings, commercial developments are designed to utilise a mixture of space, customer experience and conveniences. These projects epitomise the new retail concept with a plethora of amenities located...

By Viktor Chong viktorchong@thestar.com.mySpace has always been an important determinant in the search for an ideal house. However, any incremental in this aspect will directly affect the price of the property, and house buyers should not pay more than is necessary for their needs. As much as space...

By Adi Nazrin bin SamsuriThere are countless historical marvels and heartwarming stories to be found beneath the surface of Kampung Baru – but rapid development may irreversibly alter a treasured cultural identity and extinguish generations of history.Image credit: Kamal SellehuddinRecognised as...

(from left) Gamuda Land executive director Datuk Haji Abdul Sahak Bin Safi, chief executive officer Ngan Chee Meng, Maxis chief executive officer Robert Nason and head of enterprise Paul McManus. KOTA KEMUNING: Maxis and Gamuda Land recently signed a service agreement for the provision and...

For the big dreamers, there is no view more pleasing than one that is uninhibited by buildings, mountains or trees as far as the eye can see. Towering above the landscape, are high-rise developments which offer unparalleled scenery, and much more.From the experience of luxurious facilities in the...

By Viktor Chong viktorchong@thestar.com.myPETALING JAYA: JKG Land Bhd with the collaboration of Kidzania is offering families a weekend of edutainment where children are allowed to role-play different professions in a fun-filled setting.The event will be held on Sundays from Nov 4 to Nov 11,...

Contributed by Stephen ChinA home is always in a state of flux. It never stays the same. Babies are born into the family. They grow up. Some move out for further studies, work or to start a new family.As the profile of the occupants in a house changes with time, it is essential to calibrate the...