Report: Bottling factory site in PJ Section 13 sold at record price
Singapore-based National Aerated Water Co (KL) Sdn Bhd has disposed of the site to GSD Land (M) Sdn Bhd for RM46 million
FT minister: KL public parks allowed to reopen but no picnics, aerobics and group activities
"The decision to reopen the park was made after receiving feedback from the public and KL MPs who said the parks' closure was not in line with NSC’s guidelines.”
Analysts neutral on the cessation of EcoWorld and UEM Sunrise merger deal
On the latest news of the non-merger between EcoWorld and UEM Sunrise, investment bank analysts see it in a neutral stance, reckoning that there will not be any significant impact to both companies.
Are foreclosures by banks possible even after you have paid promptly?
Datuk Chang Kim Loong: Eventually, it is the purchasers who lose — their houses are taken away; they have to settle their mortgage loans with increasing interests; and they are blacklisted, which means they can never borrow again and never buy houses again!
Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch finally off the market
Within 2,700 acres, it consists of a 12,000 sq ft main house, two guest houses with four bedrooms and two bedrooms respectively, several barns, animal shelter facilities, a maintenance shop and a four-acre lake with a fountain.
Aspects to consider when designing residences for independent senior living
There are many things to look out for when building for senior folk
Designing for independent senior living
Design for independent senior living has not seen much demand for now, as there has not been much awareness on such a concept, says Malaysian Institute of Interior Designers (MIID) deputy president Ooi Boon Seong.
‘Age in place’ should have a more stringent definition
Jones Lang Wootton executive director Malathi Thevendran: To target the seniors and to provide age-in-place amenities in the true sense, the development has to provide for all aspects of senior living, such as independent, assisted and full care
Current deterrents to the development of retirement villages
Jones Lang Wootton executive director Malathi Thevendran: The additional commitment could result in higher risks and more uncertainties from the perspective of developers. Some developers are reluctant to undertake unknown ventures as there are other forms of developments that could be less risky and more profitable.
For retirement villages to work
With greater awareness about independent and active living in the golden years, more people are beginning to plan for their retirement days, starting with homes that facilitate limited mobility and with more immediate accessibility to medical care.
