Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau companies triumph at finale of 2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards

Announcement posted by ACN Newswire 20 Dec 2024

ZHUHAI HUAFA PROPERTIES CO., LTD. LEAD AWARD-WINNING DEVELOPERS AND DESIGN PRACTICES IN THE PROPERTYGURU ASIA PROPERTY AWARDS GRAND FINAL

HONG KONG, Dec 18, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - Developers and design practices from Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau emerged as regional winners at the 19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, held on Friday, 13 December 2024 at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.

The Grand Final followed the 11th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau), which took place earlier in the day during an exclusive luncheon and ceremony at the same venue.

Besting real estate companies across the region, Zhuhai Huafa Properties Co., Ltd. triumphed as Best Developer (Asia). The prestigious golden statuette complemented its earlier win as Best Developer (Mainland China) and accolades for the projects Shenzhen Huafa Snow World and Xi'an Huafa Lijun ‧Center Glorious during the 11th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau).

International acclaim also followed for Lead8, which claimed Best Retail Development (Asia) for MixC Changchun and Best Mixed Use Architectural Design (Asia) for K11 Shanghai, Huaihai Middle Road. These projects also won Best Retail Development (Mainland China) and Best Mixed Use Architectural Design (Mainland China) earlier in the day.

Jiang & Associates Creative Design won Best Mega Scale Office Interior Design (Asia) for ALIBABA BEIJING CHAOYANG SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY PARK, which also received the Best Office Interior Design (Mainland China) award.

Sybarite garnered Best Retail Interior Design (Asia) for SKP Chengdu, a project that earlier won Best Retail Interior Design (Mainland China).

Hong Kong and Macau developers also showcased excellence at the Grand Final. PANO HARBOUR by China Resources Land (Overseas) Limited and Poly Property (Hong Kong) Co., Limited was recognised as Best Luxury Waterfront Condo Development (Asia), following earlier wins for Best Luxury Waterfront Condo Development (Hong Kong and Macau) and Best Luxury Condo Architectural Design (Hong Kong and Macau).

Lofter Group Limited claimed Best Connectivity Condo Development (Asia) for 1 Ki Lung Street. The company was also named Best Boutique Developer (Hong Kong and Macau), with additional accolades for 1 Ki Lung Street and 2C Boundary Street.

New Orient Group took home Best Heritage Interior Design (Asia) for San Tung Fong Commerical Inn North Wing (Former Lok Kok Restaurant Building) while Lek Hang Group received Best Heritage Development (Asia) for Hotel Central Macau. Both projects were also recognised in the Hong Kong and Macau categories.

Jules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: "The real estate achievements recognised through our Awards in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau highlight properties that offer a glimpse into the cities of tomorrow. As developers lead the creation and adoption of green technologies, the judges noted advances in sustainable design, underscoring a commitment to ESG, as well as excellence in development.. Through these marks of excellence, we hope to make a positive contribution to the rise of quality real estate in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau."

Ken Ip, chairman of Asia MarTech Society, said: "Congratulations to all the winners in Mainland China for once again setting benchmarks in property development and design. The remarkable properties they have created—ranging from ultra-luxury residences to high-end developments, new constructions to revitalised assets, and mixed-use projects to sales galleries—reflect a truly world-class environment. These achievements highlight how far China has progressed, with structures that match the scale and ambition of its economy."

Paul Tse, president of Macao Association of Building Contractors and Developers, said: "Hong Kong and Macau continue to be hubs for impressively built projects, as demonstrated by the outstanding quality of this year's award winners. We are particularly proud to have presented an accolade for excellence in ESG and heritage development, in line with the international community's continuing focus towards sustainable and socially responsible practices. This year's awards are also a celebration of diversity, of forward-looking developments as well as the preservation and adaptive reuse of properties embedded in tapestries of culture and history. Congratulations to all the winners."

The independent panel of judges for Mainland China consists of Ken Ip, chairperson of the Awards in Mainland China; Coco Lin, principal and project director at B+H Consulting International Inc.; Chou Kuang Ming (Ray), founder and creative director at Vermilion Zhou Design Group; Eunice Wu, product director at China Merchants Shekou/Overseas Development Division; Fang Lei, founder at One House Design; Guo Nu, founder and design principal at AUD Architect and Urban Design; James Woo, executive director, co-head of valuation and advisory services at China Colliers; Jesse Wang, design director at F.G Studio; Luo Minjie, director of planning and design department at Sichuan Waterfront Urban and Rural Development Co., Ltd; Wang Shaoqing, founder and chief designer at CLV.DESIGN; Wei Jinjing, founder and chief creative director at Nature Times Art Design; and Zhong Ling, founder at DUTS design.

The independent panel of judges for Hong Kong and Macau consists of Paul Tse, chairperson of the Awards in Hong Kong and Macau; Bernie Devine, senior regional director, Asia Pacific, Yardi Systems, Inc.; Edmond Yew, vice-president, China Real Estate Chamber of Commerce (HK and International Chapter); Gregory Ku, independent property professional; Jimmy Wardhana, co-founder and principal architect, JWCC Architecture Co. Ltd; Oliver Tong, general manager, Jones Lang LaSalle Macau & Zhuhai; Vincent Cheung, founder and managing director, Vincorn Consulting and Appraisal Limited; and Yu Kam Hung, past president, The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors.

The winners of the Grand Final were chosen by an independent jury, composed of the head judges of participating markets in the Awards: Thien Duong, chairperson of the Grand Final and general director, GroupGSA Vietnam (Vietnam); Ajai A Kapoor, CEO, 360 degrees - Real Estate Services (India); Cyndy Tan Jarabata, president of TAJARA Leisure & Hospitality Group Inc. (Philippines); Eddie Guillemette, CEO, Midori no Ki (Japan); Datuk Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail, president, Malaysian Institute of Architects: 2020-2022 (Malaysia); Ivan Lam, executive director, international business, Charter Keck Cramer (Australia); Ken Ip, chairman, Asia MarTech Society (Mainland China); Kristin Thorsteins, co-founder & managing partner, Portman Investment Pte Ltd (Singapore); Dr. Nirmal De Silva, director and CEO, Paramount Realty (Sri Lanka); Paul Tse, president, board of directors, Macao Association of Building Contractors and Developers (Hong Kong and Macau); Sorn Seap, president, Cambodian Valuers and Estate Agents Association (Cambodia); Suphin Mechuchep, CEO, Sen X Group PCL (Thailand); and Vivin Harsanto, senior director and head of advisory, JLL Indonesia (Indonesia).

The rigorous and impartial selection process was supervised by Baicheng Tax Services - HLB China, led by Eric Dong and Ben He, alongside HLB Hodgson Impey Cheng Limited - HLB Hong Kong, represented by Clara Ng and Jack Tien. Paul Ashburn of HLB International Real Estate Group also supervised the selection process of the Grand Final. The official supervisors are part of the "2024 Network of the Year" winner HLB International, the global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers.

Organised by PropertyGuru Group, the 11th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau) programme is supported by official partner Anjuke; official marketing partner Global Design Awards Lab; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; official publicity partner Molihua Media Group (MMG); media partners Mingtiandi and The Standard; and official supervisor HLB.

The 19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final is supported by gold sponsor V-ZUG Thailand; official portal partner PropertyGuru; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partners Bridges, BusinessWorld, d+a Magazine, Detik.com, Hot Magazine, Kiripost, Kompas.com, Luxury Society Asia, Manila Bulletin, Pattaya Trader, Prop2morrow, REm, SquareRooms, Tatler Asia Homes, The Philippine Star, and Think of Living; supporting partner REHDA Institute; and official supervisor HLB.

For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: asiapropertyawards.com.