Samantha Wong
- Indexed articles, last 90 days
- 6
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- Sep 27, 2026
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- Jul 26, 2026
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City data in real time (opens the original)
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From testing development decisions to monitoring daily operations, connected data could change how properties and their surroundings are managed. A township can look convincing in a scale model. Roads connect neatly, trees line the walkways and the spaces between buildings appear inviting. But once people move in, the questions become more practical. Cancel anytime. Ad-free. Unlimited access with perks. Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter. Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st ye
Do themes boost property values? (opens the original)
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Property developers are adopting social media’s ultimate playbook: stand out or be scrolled past. From Balinese resorts to Japanese gardens, themed properties are built for maximum visual impact. Their true appeal, however, may only become clear years after the sales gallery closes. Cancel anytime. Ad-free. Unlimited access with perks. Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter. Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.
Eco homes vs changing climate (opens the original)
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Malaysia’s climate is changing and there is a scramble to address it. Theories are being thrown around, from the usual global warming to the rise of data centres and their water consumption. It is a broad issue, however, with Malaysians needing to learn how to cope with the uncertain future of climate and, consequently, heat management. Cancel anytime. Ad-free. Unlimited access with perks. Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter. Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 the
The silent cleaners of the future (opens the original)
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As home owners look beyond aesthetics and towards long-term liveability, architects say hidden features such as central vacuum systems could become part of the conversation around future-ready homes. For years, homebuyers have judged properties by what they can see – from spacious layouts and designer kitchens to quality finishes and eye-catching facades. Cancel anytime. Ad-free. Unlimited access with perks. Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter. Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1
What old homes got right (opens the original)
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Malaysian real estate developers and contractors once built homes designed to beat the heat without air conditioning, an approach that deserves a second look. With the country reportedly about 1.2OC hotter than it was in 1969 and temperatures expected to rise further by 2050, architects say older features such as breeze blocks, airwells and ventilated roofs offer useful lessons for designing more comfortable and energy-efficient homes today. Cancel anytime. Ad-free. Unlimited access with perks.
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