China’s finest developers from the Mainland, Hong Kong, and Macau territories will be honoured at the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards to celebrate the best of the best in China’s real estate sector throughout the past year.
The PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China) is the most respected and most sought-after real estate industry awards programme. The event is part of the regional PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series established in 2005. With a professionally run and supervised judging system, the Asia Property Awards is the gold standard in real estate.
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Developer awards
Best Developer (Mainland China)
Should have completed at least 2 developments in Mainland China from 2021 to the present. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Luxury Developer (Mainland China)
Must have completed at least 2 luxury residential developments (For Housing Development should have an average price per unit over RMB 12 million. For Condo Development should have an average unit price apartments with at an average unit price of RMB 100,000 per sqm and more) since January 2021. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category. *Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Boutique Developer (Mainland China)
Should have completed at least 1 development in Mainland China from 2021 to present. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category. *Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Hospitality Developer (Mainland China)
Should have completed at least 2 hospitality development in Mainland China from 2021 to present. Hospitality developer includes hotel and/or resort sector. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category. *Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Mixed Use Developer (Mainland China)
Should have completed at least 2 mixed-use development in Mainland China from 2021 to present. Mixed-Use developers should include at least two interconnected components in their projects: residential, retail, office, hospitality, entertainment, etc. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category. *Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Community Developer (Mainland China)
Must have completed at least 2 community focus projects (Condo or Housing/Landed) in Mainland China before Dec 2021. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category. *Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Township Developer (Mainland China)
Must have completed at least 2 township Development (Condo or Housing/Landed) in Mainland China before Dec 2021. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category. *Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Sustainable Developer (Mainland China)
Must have completed at least 2 sustainable developments in Hong Kong or Macau since 2021. Sustainable developers consistently implement environmentally sensitive design features, use low impact construction materials and comprehensive waste treatment/recycling systems, demonstrate examplar energy and water efficiencies. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category. *Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Lifestyle Developer (Mainland China)
Must have completed at least 2 lifestyle developments in Hong Kong or Macau from 2021 to present. Lifestyle developers offer additional facilities in all their projects for residents to enhance their living experience, such as swimming pools, health and fitness areas, social spaces, children’s playgrounds, convenience stores. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category. *Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
The ESG Developer Awards
Sustainable Design Award
The Developer prioritizes sustainable design (eg. demonstrate through energy, water, materials and waste aspects) as the fundamental narrative of its projects, incorporating environmentally responsible practices and materials to minimize the negative environmental impact of construction, operation, and maintenance of buildings and communal areas.
Sustainable Construction Award
The Developer demonstrates sustainable construction practices through project management, low carbon (eg. steel and concrete) procurement process, and innovative construction techniques such as off-site prefabrication, DfMA process, minimizing waste, saving energy and applying source reduction strategies.
Energy Efficiency Award
The Developer applies comprehensive design or operation measures to minimize energy consumption within buildings. This encompasses various strategies and technologies aimed at optimizing energy use while maintaining or improving comfort, functionality, and performance.
Social Impact Awards
The Developer consistently implements, applies and contributes financially to a range of initiatives aimed at making positive contributions to society, the environment, and the communities in which they operate.
Development awards
Best Ultra Luxury Condo Development (Mainland China)
Open to condominiums with an average unit price of more than RMB 50,000 per sq. Meter. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best Luxury Condo Development (Mainland China)
Open to condominiums with an average unit price of RMB 30,000 to 50,000 per sq. meter. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best High-End Condo Development (Mainland China)
Open to condominiums with an average unit price of RMB 15,000 to 30,000 per sq. meter. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best Affordable Condo Development (Mainland China)
Open to condominiums with an average unit price of less than RMB 15,000 per sq. meter. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best Completed Condo Development (Mainland China)
Open to Completed condominiums and apartments project with hand over date since Jan 2024 to Dec 2025. Must have show unit.
Best Connectivity Condo Development (Mainland China)
Open to condominiums and apartments which located less than 400m from closest transit station (Multi Modal Transport) or major highways. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best Waterfront Condo Development (Mainland China)
Open to condominiums and apartments which located no further than 1km from a body of water like a lake, river, canal, or ocean. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best Oceanview Condo Development (Mainland China)
Open to condominiums and apartments where 60% of all unit has view of the sea/ocean. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have a show unit
Best Oceanview Housing Development (Asia)
Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas where 60% of all unit has view of the sea/ocean. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have a show unit
Best Sustainable Condo Development (Mainland China)
Open to condominiums and apartments that demonstrate the use of sustainable materials, technology or techniques but do not have official green certification. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have show unit.
Best Luxury Housing Development (Mainland China)
Open to development with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas with an average unit price of more than RMB 50 million. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best High End Housing Development (Mainland China)
Open to development with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas with an average unit price of RMB 20 to 50 million. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best Boutique Housing Development (Mainland China)
Open to development with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas with an average unit price of less than RMB 20 million. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best Completed Housing Development (Mainland China)
Open to Completed developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas. project with hand over date since Jan 2024 to Dec 2025. Must have show unit.
Best Connectivity Housing Development (Mainland China)
Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas which located less than 400m from closest transit station (Multi Modal Transport) or major highways. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best Waterfront Housing Development (Mainland China)
Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas which located no further than 1km from a body of water like a lake, river, canal, or ocean. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best Sustainable Housing Development (Mainland China)
Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas that demonstrate the use of sustainable materials, technology or techniques but do not have official green certification. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have show unit.
Best Branded Residential Development (Mainland China)
Open to Residential property managed and operated by an international hospitality brand. he development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best Integrated Work From Home Development (Mainland China)
Open to a project with shared and own workspace amenity as part of a housing/apartment/condo project that can be used only by residents/tenants. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have show unit.
Best Senior Living Development (Mainland China)
Open to residential projects that offer facilities and services that especially cater to senior citizens, such as daily fitness activities, onsite healthcare, senior-friendly surroundings and social programmes. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best Wellness Residential Development (Mainland China)
Open to residential projects that include a variety of facilities that cater to residents' health and wellness. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best Investment Condo Development (Mainland China)
Open to Condo project with a range of facilities and management services that allow owners to rent out their property to long term tenants or as a holiday home. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029.
Best Investment Housing Development (Mainland China)
Open to Housing project with a range of facilities and management services that allow owners to rent out their property to long term tenants or as a holiday home. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029.
Best Nature Integrated Development (Mainland China)
Open to residential and commercial developments that are designed and built to integrate with their natural surroundings. At least 60% of units must face nature and the project must offer convenient on-and off-site access to green spaces. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and December 2029.
Best Multigeneration Living Condo Development (Mainland China)
Open to condominiums and apartments. A multi-generational development is designed to accommodate up to 3 or more generations living together under one roof in a Condo development (Grandparents/Parents/Children). It can have shared or separate living areas/entrances but still encourages social connections among family members. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029.
Best Multigeneration Living Housing Development (Mainland China)
Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas. A multi-generational development is designed to accommodate up to 3 or more generations living together under one roof in a housing development (Grandparents/Parents/Children). It can have shared or separate living areas/entrances but still encourages social connections among family members. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029.
Best Mega Township Development (Mainland China)
Open to township developments with at least one completed building in an ongoing project with over 500 acres. The development must include landed residential, retail, educational and/or medical facilities. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029.
Best Lifestyle Condo Development (Hong Kong and Macau)
Open to Condo developments which specify target market & features to support that lifestyle. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029.
Best Lifestyle Housing Development (Hong Kong and Macau)
Open to Housing developments which specify target market & features to support that lifestyle. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029.
Best First Home Development (Hong Kong and Macau)
Open to residential developments that serve and market to first-time homebuyers through affordability, liveability, long-term value, and responsible development practices. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best Hotel Development (Mainland China)
Open to hotels development. The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Retail Development (Mainland China)
Open to retails development. The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Office Development (Mainland China)
Open to office development. The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Mixed Use Development (Mainland China)
Open to mixed-use development. The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and December 2029. The development must have two or more of office, retail, hotel or residential components.
Best Completed Mixed Use Development (Mainland China)
Open to Mixed Use developments with minimum two components, including residential, office, retail, hospitality, medical and entertainment. The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and December 2025
Best Asset Enhancement Initiative (Mainland China)
The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Entertainment Development (Mainland China)
The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Service Apartment/Suite Development (Mainland China)
The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Sustainable Commercial Development (Mainland China)
Open to Commercial that demonstrate the use of sustainable materials, technology or techniques but do not have official green certification. The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029. Must have show unit.
Best Landmark Development (Mainland China)
Open to residential and commercial development. The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029. Must have show unit. The criteria used to judge developers’ eligibility for this award includes: • Its role of spatial reference and dominance in the city or local area • Characteristics and uniqueness and shown in the design and construction • Economic and social value/impact of the development in the city • Diverse cultural meanings
Best Sporting Facility Development (Mainland China)
The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Educational Development (Mainland China)
The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Convention Centre Development (Mainland China)
The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Themed Attraction Development (Mainland China)
The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Smart Commercial Development (Mainland China)
Open to commercial developments that use internet-connected devices to enable the remote monitoring and management of building systems, such as lighting, temperature and security. The development must be innovative in the use of technology and be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029. Must have a show unit.
Best Smart Residential Development (Mainland China)
Open to residential projects that use internet-connected devices to enable the remote monitoring and management of appliances and systems, such as lighting, temperature and security. The development must be completed in the period between January 2025 and before December 2029. All shortlisted residential developments are eligible.
Best Green Commercial Development (Mainland China)
Open to Commercial developments with internationally recognized green certification (granted). The developer must submit relevant documents, images and green certifications to support each entry as evidence of: Energy saving systems and technology, water saving systems and technology, waste management systems and technology. Plus specific features that safeguard residents and/or users health. Open for Residential and Commercial Projects. The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Green Residential Development (Mainland China)
Open to Residential developments with internationally recognized green certification (granted). The developer must submit relevant documents, images and green certifications to support each entry as evidence of: Energy saving systems and technology, water saving systems and technology, waste management systems and technology. Plus specific features that safeguard residents and/or users health. Open for Residential and Commercial Projects. The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Renovated Residential Development (Mainland China)
Open to residential projects which have additional reconstruction of more than 20% of the total project. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2025.
Best Renovated Commercial Development (Mainland China)
Open to commercial projects which have additional reconstruction of more than 20% of the total project. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2025.
Design awards
Best Ultra Luxury Condo Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best Luxury Condo Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best High End Condo Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best Affordable Condo Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best Boutique Condo Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best Luxury Housing Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best High End Housing Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best Boutique Housing Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best Ultra Luxury Condo Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best Luxury Condo Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best High End Condo Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best Affordable Condo Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best Premium Condo Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best Boutique Condo Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best Luxury Housing Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best High End Housing Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best Boutique Housing Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best Retail Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best Retail Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best Office Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best Office Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best Mixed Use Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best Mixed Use Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best Sporting Facility Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best Sporting Facility Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best Bespoke Residential Interior Design (Mainland China)
Open to Residential project designs that display a range of unique elements and features, all custom created to meet a specific client’s practical needs and aesthetic requirements. The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and December 2029.
Best Bespoke Commercial Interior Design (Mainland China)
Open to Commercial project designs that display a range of unique elements and features, all custom created to meet a specific client’s practical needs and aesthetic requirements. The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and December 2029.
Best Condo Landscape Design (Mainland China)
The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Housing Landscape Design (Mainland China)
The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Commercial Landscape Design (Mainland China)
The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Themed Attraction Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best Educational Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best Educational Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best Convention Centre Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best Clubhouse Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best Residential Interior Furnishing (Mainland China)
Best Commercial Interior Furnishing (Mainland China)
Best Flexible Work Space (Mainland China)
The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Co Living Space (Mainland China)
The development must be completed in the period between January 2024 and before December 2029.
Best Sales Gallery Architectural Design (Mainland China)
Best Sales Gallery Interior Design (Mainland China)
Best Landmark Design (Mainland China)
Best of Mainland China Awards
Best Condo Development (Mainland China)
Selected from the winner of all Condo development categories in Mainland China. There is no direct entry for this category.
Best Housing Development (Mainland China)
Selected from the winner of all Housing categories in Mainland China. There is no direct entry for this category.
Central Panel
James Woo
Executive Director, Co-Head of Valuation China | Valuation & Advisory Services • China, Colliers
The PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China) Luncheon and awards presentation ceremony will be held will be held on Friday, 11 December 2026 at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok Thailand
Invites are exclusive for finalists and event partners only. The public can register to view the programme, which will be broadcasted on asiapropertyawards.com/tv-podcast, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
The most outstanding developers, developments, and designs in the Chinese territories will be honoured at the annual gala and awards celebration. Tune in to see which of the candidates will take home the biggest awards of the year.
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