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Van Cleef & Arpels, a luxury French jewelry, watch, and perfume company, has recently relocated its Hong Kong boutique from Landmark Prince’s to Alexandra House. The new two-story space spans an expansive 564 square meters and is a marvelous blend of nature…
The iconic Prince Coffee House, a renowned Chinese restaurant in Singapore, has announced its upcoming closure, marking the end of its half-century-long service. According to the proprietor, Jimmy Lim, the decision to cease operations emerges from his…
In a shift of convention, many young couples are prioritizing financial stability and homeownership over marriage. Rather than saving for a wedding, these couples are committing to mortgage contracts together, seeing this as the true foundation for their…
Jakarta’s serviced apartment market is on the cusp of transformation, driven by the recent inauguration of the Swissôtel Living Jakarta Mega Kuningan by Accor, which has unveiled 240 new units. As reported by Colliers, this addition propels the total supply…
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh is demanding clarity from government agencies on the soaring price of housing, which has now reached a staggering level that few can afford. In a recent government meeting, Chinh highlighted the overwhelming dominance of…
In a bid to temper the escalating housing market, the South Korean government has stepped in, targeting particularly the vibrant skyline of Seoul and surrounding regions. The surge in property purchases by foreign buyers, especially from mainland China and…
Last year, the median price of apartments in Singapore stood at a formidable 4.3 times the median annual household income, according to the recently published 2025 Asia Pacific Home Attainability Index from the Urban Land Institute (ULI), a distinguished…
In a gradual shift, private home prices in Singapore edged up by a modest 0.5% during the second quarter of 2025, marking a slowdown from the more robust 0.8% growth seen in the previous quarter. According to the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) and the…
The luxury housing market in Bangkok and its outskirts remains a beacon for high-potential buyers, with units priced at 10 million baht and above continuing to draw interest. A recent report by Knight Frank reveals that demand has surged, reaching nearly…
As the business landscape in Hong Kong continues to evolve, the demand for flexible and cost-effective office solutions has increased, leading to the rise of co-working spaces and serviced offices. While both options offer several benefits, it is important to…
Tay Ho has become an increasingly popular residential area among foreigners in Hanoi as the infrastructure and social amenities continue to flourish alongside a diverse range of convenient services. In Ho Chi Minh City, the areas of Phu My Hung and Thao Dien…
When beautifying our homes, we have many options to choose from. Among the most popular choices for home gardening improvements, though, includes the use of pergolas. When fitted and installed correctly, pergolas can add freshness and charm to our outdoor…
As of September this year, furniture giant Ikea will offer sustainably generated energy to Swedish households in a move to diversify its business and offer a green approach to power supply. The STRÖMMA offer will be made in partnership with local energy…
In the first six months, 7,040 new high-end housing units were launched in HCMC, up 123 percent year-on-year, accounting for 59 percent of new supply. Mid-range supply rose 295 percent to 4,908 units, accounting for 49 percent of new supply, while no new…
Economic stability, positive investor sentiment, strong demand, and a diverse range of products are keeping the property market robust. The assumption that Covid-19 would cause the market to slump has proven baseless, and market research aftermarket research…
Affordable housing in Hanoi and HCMC is out of reach for most citizens, mainly because of dwindling supply and rising prices. When he moved to Hanoi 13 years ago, Tran Thanh Ha nursed a common enough dream that he would one day own an apartment in the capital…
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