In 2010, Tom van Soest was studying at Design Academy Eindhoven in the Netherlands — one of the world’s leading design schools — when he developed an interest in construction and demolition waste. Two years later, he came up with a new material upcycled from demolition waste for his graduation pr...

Making bricks from waste materials

Jalan Ampang, or Ampang Road as it used to be known, is one of the oldest roads in the Klang Valley and runs adjacent to the Golden Triangle, Kuala Lumpur’s main entertainment and shopping hub. It is a relatively long road that begins from the oldest sections of the city’s old CBD — home to the b...

Jalan Ampang continues to grow in popularity and value

Designing buildings that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and gentle on the environment is what Kuee Architecture does to tackle climate change.

Its founder and principal Shyuan Kuee says the firm is a strong advocate of simple and minimal design, where it eschews fanciful or abun...

DesignWorks: Constructing projects with aesthetics and functionality in mind

The architecture of Kuala Lumpur is a blend of colonial influences and Chinese and Malay-Islamic inspirations. As KL developed over the years, the capital city’s skyline has seen drastic changes, with some historical buildings having to make way for new ones.

In conjunction with the 65t...

Reminiscing about KL’s architectural attractions

Bandar Sungai Long forms part of Cheras and is under the jurisdiction of the ­Kajang Municipal Council. In 1989, SHL Consolidated Bhd developed and transformed the 690-acre freehold land — ­formerly a rubber plantation area — into the established township it is today. Tanming Bhd, Kihuat Properti...

Rental market: Healthy demand for rental properties in Bandar Sungai Long

Developed by Seng Fuat Enterprise Sdn Bhd in the late 1960s to early 1970s, the commercial hub of Ara Kiri is a lively area in Lucky Garden, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur. It is also frequently known as the Lucky Garden commercial centre, with the well-known TMC Supermarket a prominent anchor in the loca...

Streetscapes: Property values in bustling Ara Kiri commercial hub remain strong

IJM Land Bhd saw more than 85% of Phase 1 units of the IKON @ Centrio development located in the Seremban 2 township in Negeri Sembilan taken up during its launch over the weekend, according to a press statement.

IJM Land sees over 85% Phase 1 units of IKON @ Centrio in Seremban 2 sold

Hyatt Place Kuala Lumpur in Bukit Jalil was structurally completed on Monday (Aug 29). Managed and operated by Hyatt Hotels Corp, the four-star hotel is developed by Malton Bhd, owned by Mygres Ceramiche Sdn Bhd, and constructed by Siab Holdings Bhd. The hotel was launched in 2020, and is expected to open its doors in the middle of 2023.

Hyatt Place Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Jalil to open by mid-2023

KUALA LUMPUR (Aug 25): The Compass @ Kota Seri Langat (Compass @ KSL) was officially launched on Aug 25.

The Compass @ Kota Seri Langat officially launched on Aug 25

Global hospitality company Hilton has announced six landmark signings in Asia-Pacific across its portfolio of luxury brands, namely Waldorf Astoria Xi'an, Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Qiantan, Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur, Waldorf Astoria Sydney, Conrad Nagoya and an LXR Hotels & Resorts property in Bali, according to a press statement.

Hilton announces six landmark signings including Malaysia's first Waldorf Astoria

Among all precious gems, diamonds are one of the most sought after and prominent — for good reason. It is their rarity, durability and beauty that inspire the managing director of jewellery company Tomei, Datuk Ng Yih Pyng, to keep them as the focus of his star label, Le Lumiere. With over 30 years of experience under his belt, he has witnessed his fair share of industry evolutions. As technology progresses and diamond reserves begin to run dry, a new competitor — lab-grown stones — has entered the market. What does this mean for the stability of the natural gemstone trade, and what can consumers expect to see in the coming year? Ng gives us his thoughts.

Light fantastic

Lion Group’s property division, Lion Group Property, is looking to expand its industrial park portfolio, says the conglomerate’s executive chairman Tan Sri William Cheng.

Moving further into industrial parks

Pahang Islamic Affairs, Rural Development, and Orang Asli Affairs Committee chairman Datuk Seri Syed Ibrahim Syed Ahmad has confirmed that a video alleging the allocation of durian plantation land in Pahang to retired soldiers is fake.

Video alleging durian land allocation is actually Skim Tanah Rakyat land rights handover, says Pahang MP's rep

The launch of a new direct route from Chennai to Penang, via IndiGo, commencing on Saturday, marks a significant milestone in enhancing connectivity, generating economic opportunities, and solidifying Penang’s position as a regional air travel hub.

Direct route from Chennai elevates Penang as key regional air travel hub, says exco

The world’s biggest stablecoin issuer, Tether Holdings Ltd, is on track to close the year with more than US$10 billion (RM45.07 billion) in net profits, chief executive officer Paolo Ardoino said in an interview.

World’s largest stablecoin issuer Tether sees US$10b in net profits for 2024

BNP Paribas SA finalised the €5.1 billion (US$5.3 billion or RM24.0 billion) purchase of Axa SA’s asset management unit, in the biggest acquisition under chief executive officer Jean-Laurent Bonnafe.

BNP Paribas signs €5.1b deal to buy Axa’s asset manager

At least five people were killed in a car-ramming attack at a German Christmas market in the city of Magdeburg that also left more than 200 injured, officials said, and a Saudi man was arrested on suspicion of driving a car into the crowd.

Death toll in German Christmas market car-ramming rises to five, more than 200 injured

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s pursuit of closer ties with China has raised private questions from Donald Trump’s incoming administration, European diplomats and even some senior British officials.

UK's Starmer is deepening China ties while allies turn away

The US Congress passed spending legislation early on Saturday in a down-to-the wire burst of activity that will avert a destabilising government shutdown ahead of the busy holiday travel season.

US Senate passes govt funding bill, averts shutdown

Honda and Nissan are considering producing vehicles in one another's factories as part of their plan to deepen ties and potentially merge, Japan's Kyodo news agency said on Saturday.

Honda and Nissan mulling mutual production of vehicles, Kyodo reports

<p>Among all precious gems, diamonds are one of the most sought after and prominent —&nbsp;for good reason. It is their rarity, durability and beauty that inspire&nbsp;the managing director of jewellery company Tomei, Datuk Ng Yih Pyng, to keep them as the focus of his star label, Le Lumiere. With over 30 years of experience under his belt, he has witnessed his fair share of industry evolutions. As technology progresses and diamond reserves begin to run dry, a new competitor — lab-grown stones — has entered the market. What does this mean for the stability of the natural gemstone trade, and what can consumers expect to see in the coming year? Ng gives us his thoughts.</p>


<p>Lion Group’s property division, Lion Group Property, is looking to expand its industrial park portfolio, says the conglomerate’s executive chairman Tan Sri William Cheng.</p>


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