In Depth

Ugly ducklings no more

Space has always been a valuable commodity, and modern demands have prompted many innovative entrepreneurs to turn it into creative cash cows.

Young designers infuse new perspectives to age-old values

Themed “Be Bold. Be Free. Be You.” to inspire young interior designers and architects to create new and refreshing concepts that encapsulate boldness, freedom and originality, the ninth Asia Young Designer Award (AYDA) has found winners who will represent Malaysia at the regional Platinum Award in 2017.

Low demand to impact businesses

The Kuala Lumpur office market will remain restrained in the near future despite opportunities for investors, institutional funds and real estate investment trusts.

The northern corridor’s only premium outlet mall

Those who want to have a fun outing may enjoy some retail therapy at Penang’s Design Village in Bandar Cassia (formerly known as Batu Kawan). Opened to the public on Nov 23 by Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng, with performances and fireworks, this is the only premium outlet mall in the northern region of Peninsular Malaysia.