In this issue

PRM no. 147 April-May 2018
This issue of PropertyGuru Property Report talks about real estate disruptors, whether in an online or offline context. In our special feature, we round up an array of offline disruptors who are offering consumers and developers (largely) tech-free solutions to tackle challenges in 2018. We meet designer Ti Chang, who is helping to break the glass ceiling for female industrial designers, and we chat with renowned architect Ron Bakker, lead designer of the ‘world’s smartest office building’ located in Amsterdam. Elsewhere we track the recent performance of two of the region’s most opposing markets – the Philippines and Malaysia – and show why Phuket’s west coast is still one of Asia’s most desirable addresses. We also take in-depth look on the (controversial) issue of affordable housing in Hong Kong, and the soaring property prices in Sweden. Regular sections such as Details also appear.

Taking It Offline

While tech innovations tend to hog the headlines, a multitude of other real estate start-ups are rebooting familiar concepts in fresh ways to appeal to the millennial generation

6 mins

Using The Edge

The brain behind the world’s smartest office building, The Edge in Amsterdam, Ron Bakker aims to promote communication and creative thought through smarter, more sustainable architecture.

5 mins

The King Of Queens

Architect William Lim’s passion for art and buildings that combine form and functionality have fed into his work at Hong Kong’s landmark new gallery hub and other major projects around the region.

3 mins

Build It And They Will Come

Ti Chang is utilising social networks and a fearless, feminist approach to her craft to help women infiltrate the ‘boys’ club’ of industrial design

6 mins

Calm Before The Storm

After years of stagnation, economic recovery is casting some shoots of light on Malaysia’s property industry. Nevertheless, real progress will have to wait until after this year’s general election.

6 mins

On The Right Road

A booming economy, growing middle class and a raft of infrastructure measures and tax reforms implemented by the government are all contributing to the rude health of the property sector in the Philippines

6 mins

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Property Report Magazine Description:

Property Report has been Asia's leading luxury real estate magazine since 2004. Covering luxury real estate, architecture and design, Property Report is an essential read for anyone looking to invest in property in Asia and throughout the world.

Property Report magazine highlights all aspects of luxury living, including market analysis, developer interviews, project profiles, architecture and interior design trends.

Property Report Magazine features these primary sections:

Market Focus is an in-depth feature highlighting the top residential projects in regional Asian destinations with strong investor potential.

Luxury News features the latest gadgets and must-haves accessories for homebuyers who already own the multi-million dollar home.

Luxury Interview profiles an individual that is pushing the envelope in terms of luxury living in Asia and beyond.

Special Feature focuses on a wider international property market, including
the UK, USA, Australia, and Canada, and highlights new developments attracting overseas homebuyers from Asia, as well as projects around the world developed by regional developers.

Special Report explores a single real estate specific issue relevant to today’s market, including marine properties, green development, architecture, and design.