The country’s finest developers will be honoured at the awards presentation and gala dinner of the PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty.com.my to celebrate the best projects, designs, and innovation within the industry in the past year.
The PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty.com.my 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 (Central Malaysia)
Must have completed at least 5 residential, commercial, or hospitality developments in Central Malaysia before Dec 2023. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Developer (Southern Malaysia)
Must have completed at least 3 residential, commercial, or hospitality developments in Southern Malaysia before Dec 2023. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Developer (Northern Malaysia)
Must have completed at least 3 residential, commercial, or hospitality developments in Northern Malaysia before Dec 2023. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Developer (East Malaysia)
Must have completed at least 3 residential, commercial, or hospitality developments in East Malaysia before Dec 2023. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Boutique Developer
Best Affordable Homes Developer
Must have completed at least 2 Affordable developments in Malaysia before Dec 2023. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Lifestyle Developer
Must have completed at least 2 high-rise or landed residential developments in Malaysia before Dec 2023. Lifestyle developers offer additional facilities in all their projects for residents to enhance their lifestyle, building homes instead of houses for its buyers. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Commercial Developer
Must have completed at least 2 commercial developments in Malaysia before Dec 2023. Commercial developments include office and/or retail projects. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Township Developer
Must have completed or in the midst of developing at least 1 township development in Malaysia before Dec 2023. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Industrial Developer
Must have completed at least 1 industrial development in Malaysia before Dec 2023. Industrial developments include manufacturing and/or logistics sector projects. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Breakthrough Developer
Best Mixed Use Developer
Best Hospitality Developer
Must have completed at least 1 hospitality developments (hotel/resort/vacation rentals/service apartments) in Malaysia before Dec 2023. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Luxury Developer
Must have completed at least 2 luxury residential developments before December 2023. (For Landed Development: an average unit price of min RM 1000 per sqft. For High Rise Development: an average unit price of min RM 1200 per sqft) Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Sustainable Developer
Must have completed at least 2 developments with green certification in Malaysia before December 2023. Sustainable developers consistently implement environmentally sensitive design features, use low impact construction materials, and install energy, waste efficient systems. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.
Best Community Developer
Property developer who builds communities that are not only physically well-designed but also socially vibrant and inclusive. Must have completed at least 2 developments in Malaysia from 2019 to present.
People's Choice Award - Top 10 Developers
For a limited period, property seekers will be able to vote for their favourite developers based on the guided criteria below:
1. Standard of workmanship and timely delivery
2. Innovation and originality
3. Creation of value for customers
4. Reputation Top 10 developers with the most votes will win.
The parent company of any submitted project will automatically qualify for the People’s Choice Awards.
Development Awards
Best Luxury Landed Development (Central)
Open to houses and villas with an average unit price of more than RM 1,000 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best High End Landed Development (Central)
Open to houses and villas with an average unit price of RM 500- RM1,000 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Mass Market Landed Development (Central)
Open to houses and villas with an average unit price of less than RM 500 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023and December 2028.
Best Luxury Landed Development (Southern)
Open to houses and villas with an average unit price of more than RM 600 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best High End Landed Development (Southern)
Open to houses and villas with an average unit price of RM 400-RM 600 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Mass Market Landed Development (Southern)
Open to houses and villas with an average unit price of less than RM 400 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Luxury Landed Development (Northern)
Open to houses and villas with an average unit price of more than RM 700 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best High End Landed Development (Northern)
Open to houses and villas with an average unit price of RM 400- RM 700 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Mass Market Landed Development (Northern)
Open to houses and villas with an average unit price less than RM 400 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Luxury High-Rise Development (Central)
Open to condominiums and apartments with an average unit price of more than RM 1,200 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best High End High-Rise Development (Central)
Open to condominiums and apartments with an average unit price of RM 800 - RM1,200 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Mid End High-Rise Development (Central)
Open to condominiums and apartments with an average unit price of RM 500 - RM 800 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Mass Market High-Rise Development (Central)
Open to condominiums and apartments with an average unit price of less than RM 500 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Luxury High-Rise Development (Southern)
Open to condominiums and apartments with an average unit price of more than RM 800 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best High End High-Rise Development (Southern)
Open to condominiums and apartments with an average unit price of RM 600 - RM 800 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Mid End High-Rise Development (Southern)
Open to condominiums and apartments with an average unit price of RM 400 - RM 600 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Mass Market High-Rise Development (Southern)
Open to condominiums and apartments with an average unit price less than RM 400 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Luxury High-Rise Development (Northern)
Open to condominiums and apartments with an average unit price of more than RM 750 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best High End High-Rise Development (Northern)
Open to condominiums and apartments with an average unit price of RM 550 - RM 750 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Mid End High-Rise Development (Northern)
Open to condominiums and apartments with an average unit price of RM 350 - RM 550 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Mass Market High-Rise Development (Northern)
Open to condominiums and apartments with an average unit price less than RM 350 per sqft. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Mega Township Development (over 500 acres)
Open to township developments with at least one completed building in an ongoing project with over 500 acres. The development must include landed/high-rise residential, retail, educational and/or medical facilities.
Best Township Development (up to 500 acres)
Open to township developments with at least one completed building in an ongoing project up to 500 acres. The development must include landed/high-rise residential, retail, educational and/or medical facilities.
Best Township Development (Central)
Open to township developments in Central Malaysia with at least one completed building in an ongoing projects. The development must include landed/high-rise residential, retail, educational and/or medical facilities.
Best Township Development (Southern)
Open to township developments in Southern Malaysia with at least one completed building in an ongoing projects. The development must include landed residential, retail, educational and/or medical facilities.
Best Township Development (Northern)
Open to township developments in Northern Malaysia with at least one completed building in an ongoing projects. The development must include landed residential, retail, educational and/or medical facilities.
Best Waterfront High-Rise Development
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 December 2028.
Best Waterfront Landed Development
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 December 2028.
Best Smart Home High-Rise Development
Open to condominiums and apartments 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 2028.
Best Smart Home Landed 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 2028.
Best Integrated Work From Home Development
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 2028.
Best Investment High-Rise Development
Open to apartment/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 2023 and before December 2028.
Best Investment Landed 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 2023 and before December 2028.
Best Wellness Development
Open to projects that offer facilities and services such as daily fitness activities, onsite healthcare, wellness, lifestyle and social programmes. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2028.
Best Senior Living Development
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 2028.
Best Premium Lifestyle High-Rise Development
Open to High-Rise property priced RM700psf and above with features to support premium lifestyle. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2028.
Best Lifestyle High-Rise Development
Open to High-Rise property priced below RM700psf that specify target market & features to support that lifestyle (Millenials/Retirees/families etc). The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2028.
Best Premium Lifestyle Landed Development
Open to Landed property with minimum selling price of RM3 million and above with features to support premium lifestyle. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2028.
Best Lifestyle Landed Development
Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas which specify target market & features to support that lifestyle (Millenials/Retirees/families etc). The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2028.
Best Connectivity High-Rise Development
Open to condominiums and apartments which are located less than 500m from closest transit station (Multi Mode Transport) or major highways, airport and local amenities such as retail, medical facilities, schools. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Connectivity Landed Development
Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas which are located less than 500m from closest transit station (Multi Mode Transport) or major highways, airport and local amenities such as retail, medical facilities, schools. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Secure High-Rise Development
Open to condominiums and apartments with the most practical security design features and showcases. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Secure Landed Development
Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas with the most practical security design features and showcases.The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Value High-Rise Development
Open to condominiums and apartments which best delivers exceptional value for money to home buyers in terms of architectural design, Interior, sustainbility, security, design innovation and affordability. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Value Landed Development
Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas which best delivers exceptional value for money to home buyers in terms of architectural design, Interior, sustainbility, security, design innovation and affordability. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Eco Friendly High-Rise Development
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 2028.
Best Eco Friendly Landed Development
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 2028.
Best Completed High-Rise Development
Open to completed condominiums and apartments project with hand over date between January 2021 to December 2023.
Best Completed Landed Development
Open to completed developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas, with hand over date between January 2021 to December 2023.
Best High-Rise Development by Overseas Developer
Open to high-rise development in Malaysia developed/jointly-developed by overseas developer that best exemplifies a luxurious lifestyle for home buyers in terms of architectural design excellence(inclusive of landscape, urban design, interior, sustainability, security and design innovation) The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2028.
Best Landed Development by Overseas Developer
Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas in Malaysia developed/jointly-developed by overseas developer that best exemplifies a luxurious lifestyle for home buyers in terms of architectural design excellence(inclusive of landscape, urban design, interior, sustainability, security and design innovation) The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2028.
Best Branded Residential Development
Open to Residential/ Commercial titled property managed and operated by an International hospitality brand. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Reconstruction Project Development
Open to projects which have additional reconstruction of more than 20% of the total project. The development must be completed in the period between January 2021 and before December 2023.
Best Green High-Rise Development
Open for High-Rise residential projects. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2028. 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 and health related features
Best Green Landed Development
Open for Landed residential projects. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2028. 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 and health related features
Best Multigenerational Living Landed Development
Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas. A multi-generational development is designed to accommodate up of 3 or more generations living together under one roof on landed 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 2023 and before December 2028.
Best Multigenerational Living High-Rise Development
Open to condominiums and apartments. A multi-generational development is designed to accommodate up of 3 or more generations living together under one roof on high-rise 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 2023 and before December 2028.
Best Retail Development
Open to retail developments with more than 20,000 GFA. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Hotel Development
Open to hotel developments. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Mixed Use Development
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 2023 and December 2028.
Best Office Development
Open to office buildings. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2028.
Best Industrial Development
Open to Industrial developments. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028. Industrial developments include manufacturing and/or logistics sector projects.
Best Smart Building Development
Open to commercial development that use internet-connected devices to enable the remote monitoring and management of 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 2023 and before December 2028.
Best Commercial Green Development
Open for Commercial Projects. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028. 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 and health related features.
Best Eco Friendly Commercial Development
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 2023 and before December 2028. Must have show unit
Best Integrated Development
Open to integrated development (multiple buildings) with two or more components, including residential, office, retail, hospitality, medical or entertainment. An integrated development aims to create a harmonious and self-sufficient environment where residents or users can live, work, shop, and play without the need to travel extensively.
Best of Malaysia Awards
Best Developer
No direct entry. Chosen from all Developer categories Winners.
Best Landed Development (Malaysia)
No direct entry. Selected from the Winners of all Residential Landed categories.
Best High-Rise Development (Malaysia)
No direct entry. Selected from the Winners of all Residential High-Rise categories.
Best Commercial Development (Malaysia)
No direct entry. Chosen from the Winners of all Commercial categories.
Best Designed Development (Malaysia)
No direct entry. Chosen from the Winners of all Design categories.
Best Township Development (Malaysia)
No direct entry. Selected from the Winners of all Township categories.
Design Awards
Best High-Rise Architectural Design
The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028. Criteria is applied to the full masterplan design and includes aesthetics, variety, accessibility, design innovation, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.
Best Low-Rise Architectural Design
The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028. Criteria is applied to the full masterplan design and includes aesthetics, variety, accessibility, design innovation, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.
Best High-Rise Interior Design
The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2028. General criteria include concept, form, use of space, design innovation, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.
Best Landed Architectural Design
The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028. Criteria is applied to the full masterplan design and includes aesthetics, variety, accessibility, design innovation, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.
Best Landed Interior Design
The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2028. General criteria include concept, form, use of space, design innovation, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.
Best High-Rise Landscape Design
Open to condominiums and apartments. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028. General criteria include consistency (flora & outdoor features), proportion, plant variety, innovation, accessibility, segmentation, special transition, ease of maintenance, environmental impact.
Best Low-Rise Landscape Design
Open to condominiums and apartments. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028. General criteria include consistency (flora & outdoor features), proportion, plant variety, innovation, accessibility, segmentation, special transition, ease of maintenance, environmental impact.
Best Landed Landscape Design
Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas.The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028. General criteria include consistency (flora & outdoor features), proportion, plant variety, innovation, accessibility, segmentation, special transition, ease of maintenance, environmental impact.
Best Commercial Landscape Design
Open to commercial project.The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2028. General criteria include consistency (flora & outdoor features), proportion, plant variety, innovation, accessibility, segmentation, special transition, ease of maintenance, environmental impact.
Best Co Working Space
The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2028. General criteria include concept, space planning, functionality, communal area design, private area design, colour, texture, finishing, comfort, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.
Best Clubhouse Design
Open for project with clubhouse (amenity) design within a housing/apartment/condo complex. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2028.
Best Hotel Architectural Design
Open to hospitality projects. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2028. General criteria include concept, form, use of space, design innovation, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.
Best Hotel Interior Design
Best Retail Architectural Design
Open to retail projects. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2028. General criteria include concept, form, use of space, design innovation, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.
Best Office Interior Design
Best Township Masterplan Design
Open to township developments with at least one completed building in an ongoing project. The development plan must include land, residential units, retail, education and medical facilities. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2028. Must have a show unit
Best Mixed Use Architectural Design
The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and before December 2028. General criteria include concept, form, shape, use of space, design innovation, sustainability, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.
Best Co Living Development
Open to projects with co living spaces, shared facilities and services. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2028. General criteria include concept, space planning, functionality, communal area design, private area design, colour, texture, finishing, comfort, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.
The ESG Developer Awards
Low Carbon Champion
The Developer demonstrates outstanding commitment to the reduction of carbon emissions and implementing, promoting and supporting low-carbon practices within and beyond its own developments.
Developer category. One winner only.
Energy Efficiency Champion
Sustainable Design Champion
Sustainable Construction Champion
Social Impact Champion
Publisher's Choice
Real Estate Personality of the Year
No direct entry. Chosen by Editorial team of PropertyGuru Property Report Magazine.
Judging Panel
Datuk Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail
Chairperson (Malaysia)
President, Malaysian Institute of Architects: 2020-2022
YBrs Sr Haji Ishak Bin Ismail
President, Malaysia Institute of Property and Facility Managers ( MIPFM) 2023-2025
Adjunct Professor IDr Joe WH Chan
Vice President, The Malaysian Institute of Interior Designers (MIID) 2022-2024
Assoc. Prof. LAr. Dr Nor Atiah Ismail
President, Institute of Landscape Architects Malaysia (ILAM)
Sr Subramaniam A/L Arumugam
President, Association of Valuers, Property Managers, Estate Agents and Property Consultants in the Private Sector Malaysia (PEPS)
The PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty.com.my gala dinner and awards presentation ceremony will be held on Friday, 25 October 2024 at The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur.
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.
Shortlisted developers, sponsors, and partners — comprising of C-level and senior industry figures in real estate development, property consultancy, construction, marketing, property technology, legal, finance, and architecture and design — will be present at the exclusive gala event, with safety measures in place. Select members of the media will also be present to cover the illustrious night.
Consumers and real estate agents from all over the globe are invited to watch the livestream.
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