By Joseph Wong As living costs continue to rise and salaries remain stagnant, more people are turning to DIY projects at home rather than calling in the experts. Electrical and plumbing works aside, unless one is a qualified electrician or plumber, DIY home projects are significantly growing in Malaysia. The familiar sound of a weekend…
Read MoreCountries are adapting to rising population and urbanisation As cities grow denser and climates change, the way we live is evolving. Across the globe, architects and developers are rethinking homes to balance efficiency, sustainability and quality of life. From micro-living in Japan to floating homes in the Netherlands, modern properties are more than shelter. They…
Read MoreReal estate growth hinges on access to electricity and water By Joseph Wong While Johor continues to lead Asia in the growth of industrial estates, data centres and residential developments, a new and formidable bottleneck is emerging. Industry experts are warning that the defining theme of the 2026 real estate market will not be land…
Read MoreResidential safety risks explained in plain prose Contributed by Brig Gen Datuk Goh Seng Toh When discussing high-risk residential zones, it is important to be clear about what this term truly encompasses. High-risk areas commonly include flood-prone neighbourhoods, hillsides vulnerable to landslides and regions built on limestone formations that are susceptible to sinkholes. They also…
Read MoreProperty purchase is being rebranded and no longer driven primarily by symbolism or prestige. By Pavither Sidhu For much of the past three decades, owning a property was framed as the ultimate life milestone one can achieve. It was a symbol of adulthood, financial stability and long-term success. The traditional view of the home as…
Read MoreAs global and regional economic trends increasingly influence investment flows, business confidence, and labour markets across ASEAN, Malaysia faces growing pressure to strengthen its economic resilience and talent readiness in 2026. REHDA Institute announced that its upcoming CEO Series 2026 will examine how these broader developments are shaping Malaysia’s economy, particularly the construction and real…
Read MoreA hotel can be bold and still be comforting by AKMAR ANNUAR KUALA Lumpur (KL) has never struggled for five-star addresses, but some properties still manage to feel like a mood rather than a postcode, and W Kuala Lumpur is one of them. It helps that the hotel sits just steps from the Petronas Twin…
Read MoreSuria Heights 2-storey cluster (CH-P1) a modern home designed for family comfort and smart living Suria Heights 2-storey cluster (CH-P1) is a modern residential enclave featuring 2-storey cluster homes, thoughtfully designed for families seeking harmony, space, and contemporary living. Located within the well-planned Suria Heights township in Bandar Sri Sendayan, this freehold development combines elegant…
Read MoreA night time aerial view of Kuching city. — ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/The Star By Joseph Wong The Sarawak property landscape has been undergoing a significant structural transformation. Traditionally dominated by landed residential developments, Sarawak—particularly its capital, Kuching—is witnessing a dramatic pivot toward high-rise living. This shift presents a paradoxical mixed picture for stakeholders. On one hand,…
Read MoreContributed by Brig Gen Datuk Goh Seng Toh The proposed Urban Renewal Act (URA) Bill 2025, recently tabled in Parliament, threatens to fundamentally reshape Malaysia’s property landscape. While initial public discourse suggested the Bill primarily targeted ageing strata developments, a closer examination reveals a much broader scope. The Bill’s reach extends to landed residential homes,…
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