Asia Property Awards

China – Hong Kong

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 (Hong Kong) 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. 

ENTRIES OPEN

NOW

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ENTRY FORM DEADLINE

13

Sep 2024

SITE INSPECTIONS

23-18

Sep-Oct 2024

FINAL JUDGING

16

Oct 2024

LUNCHEON

13

Dec 2024

Developer Awards

Best Developer (Hong Kong and Macau)

Must have completed at least 2 residential, commercial, hospitality developments in Hong Kong or Macau since January 2019. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Boutique Developer (Hong Kong and Macau)

Must have completed at least 1 boutique residential, commercial or hospitality developments in Hong Kong or Macau since January 2019. Boutique developments. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Hospitality Developer (Hong Kong and Macau)

Must have completed at least 1 hospitality development in Hong Kong or Macau from 2019 to present. Hospitality developments include hotel and resort projects. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Mixed Use Developer (Hong Kong and Macau)

Must have completed at least 1 mixed use development in Hong Kong or Macau from 2019 to present. Mixed-Use developments should include a minimum of two interconnected components: residential, retail, office, hospitality, medical, entertainment etc. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Affordable Residential Developer

Must have completed at least 2 Affordable developments (Condo or Housing/Landed) in Cambodia before Dec 2023

Best Condo Development (Hong Kong)

Open to condominiums and apartments. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Housing Development (Hong Kong)

Open to development with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit. Phases of multiphase development are eligible for entry.

Best Condo Development (Macau)

Open to condominiums and apartments. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Housing Development (Macau)

Open to development with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit. Phases of multiphase development are eligible for entry.

Best Completed Condo Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to Completed condominiums and apartments project with hand over date between January 2022 and December 2023.

Best Completed Housing Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to Completed developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas with hand over date between January 2022 and December 2023.

Best Connectivity Condo Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

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 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Connectivity Housing Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

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 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit

Best Waterfront Condo Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

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 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit

Best Waterfront Housing Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

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 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit

Best Branded Residential Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to Residential property managed and operated by an International hospitality brand. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit

Best Integrated Work From Home Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

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 2023 and before December 2027. Must have show unit

Best Pet Friendly Residential Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to condominiums, apartments, houses and villas. The project must allow residents to keep pets within their property and common areas. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2027. Must have show unit

Best Senior Living Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

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 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit

Best Eco Friendly Condo Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

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 2023 and before December 2027. Must have show unit

Best Eco Friendly Housing Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

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 2023 and before December 2027. Must have show unit

Best Investment Condo Development

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 2022 and before December 2027.

Best Investment Housing Development

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 2022 and before December 2027.

Best Wellness Residential Development

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 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Smart Home Development

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 2023 and before December 2027. All shortlisted residential developments are eligible.

Best Lifestyle Condo Development

Open to Condo developments which specify target market & features to support that lifestyle. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Lifestyle Housing/Landed Development

Open to Housing/ Landed developments which specify target market & features to support that lifestyle. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Hotel Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to hotels development. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Branded Hotel Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to Branded Hotel development. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Resort Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to Resort development.The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Hospitality Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to Hospitality development.The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Retail Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to retail developments with more than 20,000 GFA. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Office Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to offices development. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Mixed Use Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to Mixed Use developments with two or more components, including residential, office, retail, hospitality, medical and entertainment. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Destination Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Best Asset Enhancement Initiative (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Entertainment Facility (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to projects which provide entertainment facility. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Serviced Apartment Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to service apartment project.The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027

Best Transport Oriented Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2021 and December 2026. Must have a show unit.

Best Restoration Heritage Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2021 and December 2026. Must have a show unit.

Best Eco Friendly Commercial Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

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 2022 and December 2027. Must have show unit

Best Smart Building Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to commercial 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 innovative in the use of technology and be completed in the period between January 2022 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Lifestyle Commercial Development

Open to comercial developments which specify target market & features to support that lifestyle. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Green Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open for Residential and Commercial Projects. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. Open to developments with internationally recognized green certification (granted). The developer must submit relevant documents, images and certifications to support each entry as evidence of: Energy saving systems, Water management systems, Waste management systems, Health related features

Best Landmark Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Open to residential and commercial development. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and before December 2027. 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 Nature Integrated Development

Open to residential and commercial developments that are designed and built to integrate with their natural surroundings. At least 60% of units must Yes face nature and the project must offer convenient on-and off-site access to green spaces.

Best Operational Hospitality Portfolio

Open to developers with at least 4 hospitality projects completed. Developers should submit their full project portfolio from 2019 to present. Projects will be judged based on published development and operational criteria.

Design Awards

Best Condo Architectural Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. General design criteria include concept, form, use of space, design innovation, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Housing Architectural Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. The design criteria is applied to the full masterplan design and includes aesthetics, variety, accessibility, design innovation, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Condo Interior Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. General designl criteria include interior themes, colours, textures, finishing, functionality, relevance, innovation, safety, health, ease of maintenance.

Best Housing Interior Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. General designl criteria include interior themes, colours, textures, finishing, functionality, relevance, innovation, safety, health, ease of maintenance.

Best Bespoke Residential Interior Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

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 2023 and December 2027.

Best Condo Landscape Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. General criteria include consistency (flora & outdoor features), proportion, plant variety, innovation, accessibility, segmentation, special transition, ease of maintenance, environmental impact.

Best Housing Landscape Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. General criteria include consistency (flora & outdoor features), proportion, plant variety, innovation, accessibility, segmentation, special transition, ease of maintenance, environmental impact.

Best Retail Architectural Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General design criteria include concept, form, shape, use of space, design innovation, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Retail Interior Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General designl criteria include interior themes, colours, textures, finishing, functionality, relevance, innovation, safety, health, ease of maintenance.

Best Office Architectural Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General design criteria include concept, form, shape, use of space, design innovation, longevity, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Office Interior Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General designl criteria include interior themes, colours, textures, finishing, functionality, relevance, innovation, safety, health, ease of maintenance.

Best Mixed Use Architectural Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General design criteria include concept, form, shape, use of space, design innovation, longevity, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Mixed Use Interior Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General designl criteria include interior themes, colours, textures, finishing, functionality, relevance, innovation, safety, health, ease of maintenance.

Best Sporting Facility Architectural Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General design criteria include concept, form, shape, use of space, design innovation, longevity, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Sporting Facility Interior Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General designl criteria include interior themes, colours, textures, finishing, functionality, relevance, innovation, safety, health, ease of maintenance.

Best Co Working Space (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include concept, space planning, functionality, communal area design, private area design, colour, texture, finishing, comfort, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Hotel Architectural Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include concept, form, shape, use of space, design innovation, longevity, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Hotel Interior Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include theme, colour, texture, finishing, comfort, functionality, relevance, innovation, maintenance, health and safety.

Best Entertainment Facility Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Bespoke Commercial Interior Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

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 2022 and December 2027.

Best Co Living Space (Hong Kong and Macau)

The project must be completed in the period between January 2022 and before December 2028. General criteria include concept, space planning, functionality, communal area design, private area design, colour, texture, finishing, comfort, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact, and interior focused (with a slant towards functionality & community building)

Best Commercial Landscape Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include consistency (flora & outdoor features), proportion, plant variety, innovation, accessibility, segmentation, special transition, ease of maintenance, environmental impact.

Best Clubhouse Interior Design (Hong Kong and Macau)

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and before December 2028. General criteria include theme, colour, texture, finishing, comfort, functionality, relevance, innovation, maintenance, health and safety.

Best Sales Gallery Architectural Design

Open to a completed sales gallery of residential or commercial development. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2028. General criteria include concept, form, shape, use of space, design innovation, longevity, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best of Hong Kong and Macau Awards

Best Condo Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Chosen from all the condo categories winners.

Best Housing Development (Hong Kong and Macau)

Chosen from all the housing categories winners.

The ESG Developer Awards

Sustainable Design Award

The Developer prioritizes sustainable design as a fundamental aspect 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, craftsmanship, and innovative construction techniques, minimizing waste, saving energy and applying source reduction strategies.

Energy Efficiency Award

The Developer applies measures to minimize energy consumption within buildings (during design, construction and operation). 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 financuially to a range of initiatives aimed at making positive contributions to society, the environment, and the communities in which they operate.

Judging Panel

Paul Tse

Chairperson (Hong Kong & Macau)

President Macao Association of Building Contractors and Developers

Yu Kam Hung

Past President, The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors

Vincent Cheung

Founder/Managing Director of Vincorn Consulting and Appraisal Limited

Gregory Ku

Independent Property Professional

Bernie Devine

Senior Regional Director Asia Pacific, Yardi Systems, Inc.

Jimmy Wardhana

Co-Founder and Principal Architect JWCC Architecture Co. Ltd

Sr Edmond Yew

MSc, MSGF(Stern), LLM, FHKIS, MRICS, RPS(PD), MCIArb, FHKIOD Vice President of China Real Estate Chamber of Commerce (HK and International Chapter)

The PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Hong Kong) luncheon and awards presentation ceremony will be held on Friday, 13 December 2024 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-podcastFacebookLinkedIn, 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.

10:30 am

Registration

11:00 am

Opening Remarks

11:10 am

Lunch

11:15 am

Awards Presentation

2:00 pm

Closing Remarks