Cities within cities: Time for townships in Asia
Township developments that prioritise smaller, localised areas are increasingly seen as an answer to sustainability challenges
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Melbourne cedes its status as the world’s most liveable city to Auckland
Melbourne’s pandemic woes have dented its armour and left the door open for Auckland
Shelters from the storm: Asia’s best luxury boltholes
120The pandemic may linger in the rear-view mirror, but an upsurge in interest in buying second homes means that Asia’s resort residences sector is thriving
Young, wealthy Thais transform Hua Hin into a hub for second home investment
Formerly regarded as one of Thailand’s more sedate coastal destinations, Hua Hin is becoming a hub for second home investment
New transit lines and upgrades in Asian metropolises open new investment frontiers
Asia’s sprawling cities have long been notorious for their traffic issues, but new advancements will take the strain off overloaded roads
Hong Kong struggles to keep its appeal as China’s influence grows
Hong Kong’s status as a hub for monied expatriates has been endangered by a range of factors and the luxury rental sector is suffering
Real estate sector turns to proptech amid global health crisis
After years of flirting with innovation, the real estate industry has been forced into a more meaningful embrace
Second-home investment destinations take the spotlight in Thailand
The pandemic has hit Thailand’s second-home destinations hard, but a surge in interest from domestic buyers and fundamentals of sun, sea and sand provide hope for the future
Niseko, Japan’s legendary ski enclave, rides high on a wave of interest from investors
The pandemic has steered investment in key ski destinations back on-piste
Green momentum grows in Asia, propelled by disruptors and innovators
With sustainability in sharper focus than ever before, visionary entrepreneurs around Asia are helping to steer the real estate industry on a mindful track
Equality hits a wall in Israel as West Bank becomes site of unlikely real estate boom
An emboldened Israel pushes forward with its construction of illegal settlements in Palestinian territory
Pandemic prompts Asian cities to face reality and push for a low-carbon, resilient future
The pandemic may just be the catalyst for meaningful progress in areas such as green building, digital infrastructure, and urban planning
Singapore’s premium rental segment at risk with the pandemic-induced departure of expats
With Singapore’s economy in its worst shape since the GFC, there are indications that its status as a hub for expatriates may be threatened
5 of the best resort style residences in Asia
Demand for resort-style residences with plentiful facilities and multi-functional space is growing in Asia
Indian real estate gets dose of reforms for increased transparency
The country’s notoriously graft-prone real estate sector is growing more transparent, thanks to government regulations and the introduction of REIT frameworks
Demand for co-working spaces shift amid COVID-induced flexible work arrangements
The pandemic may have slowed the momentum of the co-working trend, but pioneers in the industry believe their models can adapt
Build to Rent sector in the UK offers a glimmer of hope for the industry
The Build to Rent (BTR) sector in the UK is a shining light that is increasingly catching the eyes of Asian investors
Australia’s growing popularity with Asian developers and investors obstructed by COVID-19
Geographical proximity, solid profitability, and a transparent real estate market have all contributed to Australia’s soaring popularity with Asian investors and developers
6 of the best places to experience the beauty of Hirafu, Greater Niseko, Japan
The liveliest of Niseko’s four ski villages, Hirafu is hooking buyers due to its world-class lifestyle options and investment opportunities
Pioneering leaders of today envision a greener world, appeal to help confront the climate crisis
The question of how to tackle the climate crisis is sparking creative solutions from forest cities to carbon-negative buildings
South Asian nations cautiously optimistic amid post-pandemic recovery
Competing factors ranging from political instability to ill-fated reforms may have adversely affected property markets
Proptech pioneers turn industry pain points into potential, easing Asia’s transformation
Disruption is revolutionising the property industry. These four proptech visionaries are among those renovating the face of real estate in Asia
6 reasons why Mont Kiara has become a sought-after address in Malaysia
A rising star among KL’s suburbs, Mont Kiara offers excellent connections to the centre along with numerous lifestyle perks
6 of the most impressive places to see in Danang, Vietnam
With its rapidly evolving property scene and range of other lifestyle draws, Danang continues to lure sun-chasing investors