Diverse achievements celebrated in 11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28, 2024 - (JCN Newswire) - The highest achievements of the real estate industry were celebrated today at the 11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty, held at The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur.
This year’s ceremony distinguished stellar companies across 58 categories, exemplifying excellence in development, design, and ESG. With support from Malaysia’s leading property portals, PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com.my, experts and thought leaders joined consumers to set new benchmarks and raise the standards of the property sector.
In a first, AME Development Sdn Bhd triumphed with the biggest title of the year, Best Developer (Malaysia), as well as the prestigious titles of Best Industrial Developer and Best Sustainable Developer.
Malton Berhad was recognised as Best Developer (Central Malaysia), with wins for the projects Bukit Jalil City and The Park 2 Pavilion Bukit Jalil. Meanwhile, Berinda Group received the Best Developer (Southern Malaysia) title, buoyed by award-winning project Ponderosa Callista.
GSH Corporation Limited was celebrated as Best Luxury Developer, alongside award-winning project Coral Bay @ Sutera, while Astaka Padu Sdn Bhd was honoured as Best Lifestyle Developer with a win for Aliva Mount Austin. Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad won Best Community Developer, plus golden statuettes for the projects Bayu Sutera, Bandar Sri Sendayan and Resort Villa, Bandar Sri Sendayan.
The inaugural ESG Developer Awards were presented to Iskandar Investment Berhad as Low Carbon Champion and Tanah Sutera Development Sdn. Bhd. as Social Impact Champion, a title it shares with Iskandar Investment Berhad. Lendlease & TRX City Sdn Bhd jointly garnered the title of Sustainable Design Champion, in addition to the prestigious Best High-Rise Development (Malaysia) accolade for the multi-awarded project TRX Residences.
Sime Darby Property Berhad was another Best of Malaysia winner, earning the Best Landed Development (Malaysia) title for its award-winning project, The Residences III at The Glades. The company also amassed golden statuettes for the projects Hype Residences; Serenia City; Serenia Industrial Park; The Serenade at The Glades; and Triara Residences.
Quayside JBCC by Bangsar Heights Pavilion was named Best Designed Development (Malaysia) in one of four golden statuettes for the project. Horizon Hills by Horizon Hills Development Sdn Bhd was named Best Township Development (Malaysia) while The MET Corporate Towers by Triterra Sdn Bhd won Best Commercial Development (Malaysia).
Residents of Malaysia voted for the nation’s top 10 companies with the People’s Choice Awards. This year’s accolades went to, in alphabetical order, Armani Group; Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd; Mah Sing Group Berhad; Malton Berhad; Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad; Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS); Sime Darby Property Berhad; Teladan Group Berhad; Tropicana Corporation Berhad; and UDA Holdings Berhad.
As the official balloting partner of the People’s Choice Awards, HLB Ler Lum Chew – HLB Malaysia, part of the “2024 Network of the Year” winner HLB International, independently verified the results of the vote.
Other winning companies this year include Casa Bayu Idaman Sdn Bhd; City Motors Group; Coronade Properties Sdn Bhd; Eden at Botanica CT Sdn Bhd; Eupe Corporation Berhad; JLand Group Sdn Bhd; Joland Group; KCC Development (M) Sdn Bhd; R&F Development Sdn Bhd; Radium Development Berhad; Teladan Group Berhad; and WCT Green Sdn Bhd.
Dato’ Tengku Ab. Aziz Tengku Mahmud, CEO of PNB Merdeka Ventures, accepted the golden statuette for Malaysia Real Estate Personality of the Year from the editorial team of Property Report by PropertyGuru, the official magazine.
Jeremy Williams, managing director, Marketplaces, PropertyGuru Group, said: “Malaysia’s finest developers have introduced communities and projects that champion environmental stewardship, spur economic growth, and promote property ownership opportunities across diverse market segments. From mega townships to mixed-use developments and industrial estates, this year’s awardees exemplify the cities of tomorrow—offering spaces where property seekers not only live but also work, thrive, and unlock their full potential. The achievements of this year's winning developers support a property market increasingly driven by social awareness and positive change. Overall, these accolades recognise the strategic thinking that propels Malaysian real estate towards a more sustainable and progressive future. Congratulations to the winners.”
Kenneth Soh, country manager for Malaysia at PropertyGuru Group, said: “Congratulations to this year’s award recipients. Our award-winning companies have truly captured the pulse of Malaysia’s property seekers and gained the validation of experts. These successful enterprises lead the way in development and design through a broad spectrum of projects, ranging from expansive townships to affordable and high-value residential properties. By uplifting communities and making an impact on consumers and investors, the awardees have rightfully earned their elevated status on our platform.”
Datuk Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail, chairperson of the Awards in Malaysia, said: “The achievements of this year's honourees deserve to be celebrated as they have strived to address the needs of property seekers throughout Malaysia. These outstanding companies are testing the limits of innovation in their respective fields. Whether it’s developing the cities of tomorrow or promoting homeownership with competitively priced homes, these fine developers are paving the way for a more accessible property market, facilitating a resilient economy that balances growth with social and environmental awareness. We offer our congratulations to the winners for their efforts in advancing Malaysian real estate and their contributions to the industry’s future.”
The independent panel of expert judges consists of Datuk Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail, president, Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM) 2020-2022; Chris Tia, vice-chairperson of the Awards in Malaysia and principal and managing partner, Tia & Noordin; Adjunct Professor IDr Joe WH Chan, vice-president, The Malaysian Institute of Interior Designers (MIID) 2022-2024; Ar. Dr. Serina Hijjas, president, Malaysia Green Building Council 2023-2025; Ar. Mustapha Kamal bin Zulkarnain, founder and principal, Arkitek Mustapha Kamal; Assoc. Prof. LAr. Dr Nor Atiah Ismail, president, Institute of Landscape Architects Malaysia (ILAM); Datin TPr Hjh Noraida Saludin, president, Malaysian Institute of Planners (MIP); Dato’ Sr Lau Wai Seang, president, Royal Institution of Surveyors Malaysia (RISM): 2017-2018; Dr. Daniele Gambero, president, Malaysia Proptech Association (MPA); Ho Chin Soon, chairman, Ho Chin Soon Research; Ir. Dr. Zulhkiple A Bakar, managing director, Perunding ZAB Sdn Bhd; Ir Ashwin Thurairajah, executive director, GreenRe Sdn Bhd; Janice Chin, director, Capital Markets at JLL Appraisal & Property Services Sdn. Bhd.; PMgr Sr Low Han Hoe, registered valuer, property manager & estate agent; Sr Engad Ravana, managing director, ER Consult Sdn. Bhd.; Sr Subramaniam A/L Arumugam, president, Association of Valuers, Property Managers, Estate Agents and Property Consultants in the Private Sector Malaysia (PEPS); Tan Hui Yin, partner, Tan Chap & Associates; and YBrs Sr Haji Ishak Bin Ismail, president, Malaysian Institute of Property & Facility Managers (MIPFM) 2023-2025.
HLB Ler Lum Chew – HLB Malaysia supervised the judging process under the leadership of managing partner Kelvin Chew.
Winners may be eligible to vie for the Best in Asia awards at the 19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final on 13 December 2024 in Bangkok.
Organised by PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, the 11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty are made possible by official portal partners PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com.my; official ESG knowledge partners GreenRE and Malaysia Green Building Council; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partners Kopi & Property, Marketing In Asia, Niaga Times, Penang Property Talk, The Grid Asia, The Malaysia Voice, and Top 10 Malaysia; supporting partner REHDA Institute; and official supervisor HLB.
For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: asiapropertyawards.com.
COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty
DEVELOPER AWARDS
Best Developer (Malaysia)
WINNER: AME Development Sdn Bhd
Best Developer (Central Malaysia)
WINNER: Malton Berhad
Best Developer (Southern Malaysia)
WINNER: Berinda Group
Best Luxury Developer
WINNER: GSH Corporation Limited
Best Industrial Developer
WINNER: AME Development Sdn Bhd
Best Sustainable Developer
WINNER: AME Development Sdn Bhd
Best Lifestyle Developer
WINNER: Astaka Padu Sdn Bhd
Best Community Developer
WINNER: Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad
THE ESG DEVELOPER AWARDS
Low Carbon Champion
WINNER: Iskandar Investment Berhad
Social Impact Champion
WINNER: Tanah Sutera Development Sdn. Bhd.
WINNER: Iskandar Investment Berhad
Sustainable Design Champion
WINNER: Lendlease & TRX City Sdn Bhd
DEVELOPMENT AWARDS
Best Mega Township Development
WINNER: Serenia City by Sime Darby Property Berhad
Best Township Development (Central)
WINNER: Bukit Jalil City by Malton Berhad
Best Township Development (Southern)
WINNER: Horizon Hills by Horizon Hills Development Sdn Bhd
Best Mixed Use Development
WINNER: Quayside JBCC by Bangsar Heights Pavilion
Best Integrated Development
WINNER: Coronation Square by Coronade Properties Sdn Bhd
Best Luxury High-Rise Development (Central)
WINNER: TRX Residences by Lendlease & TRX City Sdn Bhd
Best Luxury High-Rise Development (Southern)
WINNER: R&F Princess Cove Phase 2 - Seine Region by R&F Development Sdn Bhd
Best Completed High-Rise Development
WINNER: The Park 2 Pavilion Bukit Jalil by Malton Berhad
Best High End High-Rise Development (Southern)
WINNER: Adison by WCT Green Sdn Bhd
Best Branded Residential Development
WINNER: Quayside JBCC by Bangsar Heights Pavilion
Best Premium Lifestyle High-Rise Development
WINNER: Aliva Mount Austin by Astaka Padu Sdn Bhd
Best Investment High-Rise Development
WINNER: Paragon Gateway by Joland Group
Best Mid End High-Rise Development (Central)
WINNER: Helix2 @ PJ South by Eupe Corporation Berhad
Best Eco Friendly High-Rise Development
WINNER: Alfa Bangsar by City Motors Group
Best Waterfront High-Rise Development
WINNER: Coral Bay @ Sutera by GSH Corporation Limited
Best Secure High-Rise Development
WINNER: The Serenade at The Glades by Sime Darby Property Berhad
Best Multigenerational Living High-Rise Development
WINNER: Radium Adesa by Radium Development Berhad
Best Lifestyle High-Rise Development
WINNER: Triara Residences by Sime Darby Property Berhad
Best Connectivity High-Rise Development
WINNER: Hype Residences by Sime Darby Property Berhad
Best Smart Home Landed Development
WINNER: Sanubari @ Bandar Dato Onn by JLand Group Sdn Bhd
Best High End Landed Development (Central)
WINNER: Resort Villa, Bandar Sri Sendayan by Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad
Best High End Landed Development (Southern)
WINNER: Sutera Garden Village by Tanah Sutera Development Sdn. Bhd.
Best Value Mid-Rise Development
WINNER: The Senai Garden by KCC Development (M) Sdn Bhd
Best Value Landed Development
WINNER: St Marco Park by Casa Bayu Idaman Sdn Bhd
Best Investment Landed Development
WINNER: Iconia Garden Residence by Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd
Best Multigenerational Living Landed Development
WINNER: The Residences III at The Glades by Sime Darby Property Berhad
Best Lifestyle Landed Development
WINNER: Bayu Sutera, Bandar Sri Sendayan by Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad
Best Mass Market Landed Development (Central)
WINNER: Avisa Residences, Tropicana Alam by Tropicana Corporation Berhad
Best Mass Market Landed Development (Southern)
WINNER: Taman Bertam Heights by Teladan Group Berhad
Best Mass Market Landed Development (Northern)
WINNER: Villa Natura by Eupe Corporation Berhad
Best Senior Living Development
WINNER: Eden at Botanica CT by Eden at Botanica CT Sdn Bhd
Best Industrial Development
WINNER: Serenia Industrial Park by Sime Darby Property Berhad
Best Office Development
WINNER: The MET Corporate Towers by Triterra Sdn Bhd
DESIGN AWARDS
Best Township Masterplan Design
WINNER: Medini Innopolis by Iskandar Investment Berhad
Best Mixed Use Architectural Design
WINNER: Quayside JBCC by Bangsar Heights Pavilion
Best High-Rise Architectural Design
WINNER: TRX Residences by Lendlease & TRX City Sdn Bhd
Best Landed Architectural Design
WINNER: Ponderosa Callista by Berinda Group
Best Landed Interior Design
WINNER: Ixora by Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS)
Best Landed Landscape Design
WINNER: Ixora by Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS)
Best Clubhouse Design
WINNER: Sutera Garden Village by Tanah Sutera Development Sdn. Bhd.
BEST OF MALAYSIA AWARDS
Best Township Development (Malaysia)
WINNER: Horizon Hills by Horizon Hills Development Sdn Bhd
Best High-Rise Development (Malaysia)
WINNER: TRX Residences by Lendlease & TRX City Sdn Bhd
Best Landed Development (Malaysia)
WINNER: The Residences III at The Glades by Sime Darby Property Berhad
Best Commercial Development (Malaysia)
WINNER: The MET Corporate Towers by Triterra Sdn Bhd
Best Designed Development (Malaysia)
WINNER: Quayside JBCC by Bangsar Heights Pavilion
PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS
WINNER: Armani Group
WINNER: Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd
WINNER: Mah Sing Group Berhad
WINNER: Malton Berhad
WINNER: Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad
WINNER: Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS)
WINNER: Sime Darby Property Berhad
WINNER: Teladan Group Berhad
WINNER: Tropicana Corporation Berhad
WINNER: UDA Holdings Berhad
PUBLISHER’S CHOICE
Malaysia Real Estate Personality of the Year
WINNER: Dato’ Tengku Ab. Aziz Tengku Mahmud, CEO of PNB Merdeka Ventures
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