Innovation and sustainability to take centre stage in 2026 at expanded edition of PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty

The 13th edition of Malaysia’s premier property awards launches with expanded categories that mirror market dynamics and changing consumer lifestyles

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — The PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty has officially opened entries for its 2026 programme, unveiling a significantly expanded lineup of categories. This evolution reflects the property market’s positive fundamentals and drivers as well as the organisers’ keen responsiveness to shifting consumer behaviours.

As an integral part of the prestigious PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series, which recognises achievers across 10 Asia-Pacific markets, the Malaysian edition continues to set the benchmark for outstanding achievement in residential, commercial, township, design, and ESG-driven developments.

The gala dinner and presentation of the 13th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty will be held Friday, 2 October 2026. This sets the stage for the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final in December 2026. Winners from Malaysia will advance to compete on this international stage, gaining Asia-wide recognition among industry peers and consumers.

Key dates for the 2026 edition are:

• 29 May 2026 – Entries Close
• 18-30 June 2026 – People’s Choice Awards voting period
• 30 June – 2 July 2026 – Live Judging Days
• 2 October 2026 – Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
• 11 December 2026 – Regional Grand Final Gala Dinner and Awards Presentation in Bangkok, Thailand

All entries will be evaluated through a rigorous and independent judging process, overseen by a distinguished panel of industry leaders. The 2026 judging panel comprises presidents, C-suite executives, and senior practitioners from Malaysia’s leading professional bodies and fields such as architecture, engineering, planning, surveying, construction, interior design, green building, and property and facility management. This multi-disciplinary representation ensures a transparent, credible, and fair assessment of every submission.

Jules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “We look forward to a high calibre of entries this year as Malaysia solidifies its place as a fast-growing destination for real estate and tourism. The property market has benefited from an industrial boom while upholding the best practices in sustainable design and development. In this transformative era for Malaysia, and with our panel of industry experts ready to share their expertise, the awards will once again recognise the gold standard of real estate and engage more consumers as developers offer more value and innovation.”

Datuk Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail, chairperson of the PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia judging panel and president of the Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM) 2020-2022, said: “We welcome the latest PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty against a backdrop of economic resilience and encouraging real estate fundamentals. This year, we envision a greater, better version of the property industry and the quality of entries as public initiatives widen access to homeownership and developers strategise toward real market demand. With consumer sentiment regaining strength and market dynamics stabilising, we are thrilled for what the awards programme brings as it enters its highly anticipated 13th edition.”

Expanded lineup of categories

The 2026 categories include new Developer awards such as Best Condo Developer, Best Landed Homes Developer, and Best Master Developer, recognising excellence on both project and portfolio levels.

The High Rise and Landed segments have been strengthened with the introduction of Best First Home High Rise, Best International High Rise, Best First Home Landed, and Best International Landed, highlighting developments that address affordability, accessibility, and cross-border appeal.

In the township segment, new categories like Best Resort Style Township and Best Destination Development spotlight large-scale, master-planned communities that excel in lifestyle integration and placemaking. The commercial sector is further enhanced with Best Landmark Development, recognising projects that define cityscapes and commercial hubs.

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Sustainability and social responsibility are central to the 2026 awards, underscored by three new ESG-focused accolades: Sustainable Living Champion, Responsible Construction Champion, and Community Impact Champion. These categories honour the industry’s growing commitment to environmental stewardship and positive community outcomes.

Complementing the judged categories, the People’s Choice Awards return as key consumer-driven accolades, honouring the Top 10 Developers in Malaysia. Decided by 100% public voting, the awards empower Malaysian property buyers to recognise the developers they trust most. All parent companies of developers in the judged categories automatically qualify, ensuring broad representation. The 2025 edition attracted over 20,000 public votes, underscoring its significance among consumers.

The 13th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty builds on the strong regional track record of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series, which last year saw more than 200 leading developers competing across over 660 award categories throughout Asia Pacific.

The PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty is supported in 2026 by official portal partners PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com; official ESG knowledge partners GreenRE, Green Building Index (GBI), and Malaysia Green Building Council (MGBC); official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partners Kopi and Property, Niaga Times, Penang Property Talk, The Grid Asia, The Iskandarian, The Malaysia Voice, and Top 10 of Malaysia; and official supervisor HLB.

For more information, email [email protected] or visit the official website: AsiaPropertyAwards.com.