TIMBER LAND GROUP GARNERS HIGHEST HONOUR OF THE YEAR AS CONSUMERS, EXPERTS, AND MALAYSIA’S LEADING PROPERTY PORTALS RECOGNISE THE COUNTRY’S FINEST REAL ESTATE ACROSS 62 CATEGORIES

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Top developers celebrated the 13th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty, presented by Lim Soh & Goonting Advocates & Solicitors, at The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur.

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Guided by the theme "Defined by Excellence," the 2026 PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty recognised the country's best in real estate across 62 categories.

From township developers to breakthrough companies, this year's awards were comprehensive, honouring the best in different real estate segments and regions.

Timber Land Group won the evening's top honour, Best Developer, marking its first-ever win in the category, in addition to Best Developer (East Malaysia). CPI Land was named Best Developer (Central Malaysia) alongside award-winning project Tuan Straits. Tanah Sutera took both Best Developer (Southern Malaysia) and Best Landed Homes Developer, buoyed by winning project The Seed.

JLand Group, named Best Township Developer, collected the most awards of any company, covering Developer, Development, and Design categories for projects including Arena Larkin; Bandar Tiram; Ibrahim Technopolis (IBTEC) – Aspiration Park; Ibrahim Technopolis (IBTEC) – STeP West; and Medora One.

JRK Holdings Berhad won both Best Breakthrough Developer and Best Boutique Developer. Keck Seng (Malaysia) Berhad was named Best Mixed Use Developer, also winning for the project Daya 1 Residences, Taman Daya. PTL Properties was named Best Lifestyle Developer, supported by award-winning project The Rimbun.

Other companies with winning projects include Amalan Setar (M) Sdn Bhd, which won for Ixora Garden - Sari Alamanda 4 Phase 2; Armani Group (Armani Hallson Bukit Bintang); Aspen (Aspen Vision City); Astaka Kimlun Sdn Bhd (Amora Serviced Residence); BCB Land Sdn. Bhd. (Straya Heights); Coronade Properties Sdn Bhd (Coronation Square; Coronade Twins – Serviced Residences); CTC Development Malaysia Sdn Bhd (CTC Skyone @ Bukit Chagar); Faire Development (bée); Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd (Taman Impian Emas); Infra Park Sdn Bhd (MLIMA Kiara); KEB Berhad (Residensi Cove @ Kota Syahbandar); Matrix Concepts (Levia Residence Puchong); OCR Templer Sdn Bhd (D'Templer Hilltop Residences); Peter's Group (Cherita Residences); Pinnacle Group (Pinnacle Bukit Gambier); Puncak Concept Sdn Bhd (Puncak LakePark City @ Cyberjaya); R&F Development Sdn Bhd (R&F Princess Cove); Steadfast Properties (Laguna Residences); Tiram Industrial Park Sdn Bhd (Akasia Business Park); Tropicana Corporation Berhad (Clarissa Serviced Suites, Tropicana Cenang); UEM Sunrise Berhad (Intrika, Serene Heights); and Worldwide Holdings Berhad (Pavonia Worldwide, Bukit Bandaraya Shah Alam).

Outstanding real estate figures

The 13th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty celebrated some of the impactful figures in Malaysian real estate.

Tan Sri Dato' Seri Dr. Jeffrey Cheah KBE AO, founder and chairman of Sunway Group, received the Life Achievement Award. Dato' Seri Azmir Merican, group managing director and chief executive officer of Sime Darby Property, was named Real Estate Personality of the Year.

Dato' Sri Edwin Tan Pei Seng, executive chairman of Paragon Globe Berhad, was honoured as Rising Star, while Ms. Maggie Ng Mui Kit, chief executive officer of Kuok Group Property Division (Southern), received the Woman Changemaker Award.

Consumers, catalysts, and consistency

The Consumer Demand Award continued this year, recognising the property that captured the strongest genuine interest from Malaysian property seekers. Determined by consumer views and leads across PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com.my, Leisure Farm Resort by Mulpha International was named Most In-Demand Bungalow/Villa, in addition to winning Best Resort-Style Township Development.

The People's Choice Awards also continued the tradition of tapping consumer opinion to identify the nation's 10 favourite developers. This year, 15,383 votes were cast for developers that consumers in Malaysia admire and trust. The winners of the People's Choice Awards in 2026 are: Berinda Group; Coronade Properties Sdn Bhd; CPI Land; Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd; JLand Group; KEB Berhad; Matrix Concepts; Pinnacle Group; Tropicana Corporation Berhad; and UEM Sunrise Berhad.

In addition, PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com.my presented several titles for the first time this year. IIB Experience Centre (IIBEX) by Iskandar Investment Berhad received the inaugural Real Estate Ecosystem Catalyst Award.

The Consistency Excellence Awards also made their debut, recognising companies with consecutive years of wins at the awards. Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd won the 4-Year Consistency Excellence Award. Meanwhile, the 3-Year Consistency Excellence Awards were presented to Armani Group; Astaka Padu Sdn Bhd; Berinda Group; Coronade Properties Sdn Bhd; Iskandar Investment Berhad; JLand Group; R&F Development Sdn Bhd; and Tropicana Corporation Berhad.

Live selection process

Winners of the competitive categories were selected during the Live Judging Days from 30 June to 2 July 2026 at the Amari Hotel Kuala Lumpur. The evaluation process, independently supervised by HLB Ler Lum Chew, saw a multi-disciplinary panel from Malaysia's leading professional bodies assess an expanded lineup of categories.

This year's panel was chaired by Datuk Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail, president of the Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM) from 2020 to 2022, and included Ir. Ashwin Thurairajah, executive director, GreenRE Sdn Bhd; YBrs. Sr. Haji Ishak Ismail, president, Malaysian Institute of Property & Facility Managers (MIPFM) 2023–2027; Ms. Janice Chin, senior director, Capital Markets, JLL Appraisal & Property Services Sdn Bhd; Prof. Dr. Ir. Jeffrey Chiang Choong Luin, president, The Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM) 2024–2026; Dato' Sr. Lau Wai Seang, president, Royal Institution of Surveyors Malaysia (RISM) 2017–2018; TPr. Mazrina Dato' Abdul Khalid, president, Malaysian Institute of Planners (MIP) 2025–2027; Assoc. Prof. LAr. Dr. Nor Atiah Ismail, president, Institute of Landscape Architects Malaysia (ILAM) 2024–2026; Adj. Prof. IDr. Norshafina Ibrahim, president, Malaysian Institute of Interior Designers (MIID) 2024–2026; Mr. Oliver Wee, president, Master Builders Association Malaysia (MBAM) 2024–2026; Ar. Sarly Adre Sarkum, chief executive officer, Green Building Index (GBI); Ar. Dr. Serina Hijjas, president, Malaysia Green Building Council (MGBC) 2023–2027; and Ms. Tan Hui Yin, partner, Tan Chap & Associates.

Datuk Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail said: "Good design is the product of discipline, clarity of intent, and an understanding of how people inhabit space. What struck me most among this year's winners was a shared design intelligence: sensitivity to context and climate, thoughtful handling of landscape and light, and a commitment to sustainability that goes beyond token gestures. From the elegant restraint of landed homes to the confident lines of high-rise towers, these projects show that Malaysian design has matured into something both internationally credible and distinctly our own. And with quality consistent across every tier, good design is not a privilege of the few but a standard we can deliver for all. On behalf of the judging panel, I congratulate every winner for raising the bar for Malaysian real estate."

Jules Kay, managing director of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: "This year's awardees share a commitment to thoughtful placemaking, sustainable design, and creating developments that enhance the way people live, work, and connect. From transformative township masterplans to beautifully crafted landed homes, this year's winners show that excellence equals lasting value for communities. We are proud to celebrate developers that deliver value and quality to homebuyers. We also celebrate the individual leaders whose passion and foresight continue to inspire the industry. Together, these achievements set a benchmark for Malaysian real estate."

Winners may advance to the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, recognising the Best in Asia on 11 December 2026 at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.

The PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty is supported in 2026 by platinum sponsor Lim Soh & Goonting Advocates & Solicitors; official portal partners PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com; official ESG knowledge partners Green Building Index (GBI), GreenRE, and Malaysia Green Building Council (MGBC); official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; strategic media partner Out of Home Media; media partners The Grid Asia, The Iskandarian, The Malaysia Voice, Niaga Times, Penang Property Talk, and Top 10 of Malaysia; official AI photo experience partner Gump; and official supervisor HLB.

For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: AsiaPropertyAwards.com.

COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS

DEVELOPER AWARDS

Best DeveloperWINNER: Timber Land Group

Best Developer (Central Malaysia)WINNER: CPI Land

Best Developer (Southern Malaysia)WINNER: Tanah Sutera

Best Developer (East Malaysia)WINNER: Timber Land Group

Best Township DeveloperWINNER: JLand Group

Best Landed Homes DeveloperWINNER: Tanah Sutera

Best Boutique DeveloperWINNER: JRK Holdings Berhad

Best Mixed Use DeveloperWINNER: KECK SENG (MALAYSIA) BERHAD

Best Lifestyle DeveloperWINNER: PTL Properties

Best Breakthrough DeveloperWINNER: JRK Holdings Berhad

DEVELOPMENT AWARDS

Best Township Development (Northern)WINNER: Aspen Vision City by Aspen

Best Township Development (Southern)WINNER: Taman Impian Emas by Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd

Best Resort-Style Township DevelopmentWINNER: Leisure Farm Resort by Mulpha International

Best Mega Township DevelopmentWINNER: Bandar Tiram by JLand Group

Best Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)WINNER: Coronation Square by Coronade Properties Sdn Bhd

Best Integrated Lifestyle DevelopmentWINNER: R&F Princess Cove by R&F Development Sdn Bhd

Best Smart Building DevelopmentWINNER: Ibrahim Technopolis (IBTEC) - Aspiration Park by JLand Group

Best Retail DevelopmentWINNER: Puncak LakePark City @ Cyberjaya by Puncak Concept Sdn Bhd (A Puncakdana Company)

Best Factory DevelopmentWINNER: Akasia Business Park by Tiram Industrial Park Sdn Bhd

Best Industrial DevelopmentWINNER: Ibrahim Technopolis (IBTEC) - STeP West by JLand Group

Best Ultra Luxury High-Rise Development (Central)WINNER: Armani Hallson Bukit Bintang by Armani Group

Best Luxury High-Rise Development (Southern)WINNER: CTC Skyone @ Bukit Chagar by CTC Development Malaysia Sdn Bhd

Best Premium High-Rise Development (Northern)WINNER: Pinnacle Bukit Gambier by Pinnacle Group

Best Value-for-Money High-Rise Development (Central)WINNER: Tuan Straits by CPI Land

Best Value-for-Money High-Rise Development (Southern)WINNER: Residensi Cove @ Kota Syahbandar by KEB Berhad

Best Mass Market High-Rise Development (Central)WINNER: MLIMA Kiara by Infra Park Sdn Bhd

Best Luxury Landed Development (Southern)WINNER: Laguna Residences by Steadfast Properties

Best Value-for-Money Landed Development (Central)WINNER: Pavonia Worldwide, Bukit Bandaraya Shah Alam by Worldwide Holdings Berhad

Best Value-for-Money Landed Development (Southern)WINNER: bée by Faire Development

Best Mass Market Landed Development (Central)WINNER: Ixora Garden - Sari Alamanda 4 Phase 2 by Amalan Setar (M) Sdn Bhd

Best Mass Market Landed Development (Northern)WINNER: The Rimbun by PTL Properties

Best First-Home High-Rise DevelopmentWINNER: Cherita Residences by Peter's Group

Best First-Home Landed DevelopmentWINNER: Straya Heights by BCB Land Sdn. Bhd.

Best Investment High-Rise DevelopmentWINNER: Coronade Twins - Serviced Residences by Coronade Properties Sdn Bhd

Best Serviced Apartment DevelopmentWINNER: Daya 1 Residences, Taman Daya by Keck Seng (Malaysia) Berhad

Best Rejuvenated Residential DevelopmentWINNER: D'Templer Hilltop Residences by OCR Templer Sdn Bhd

Best Lifestyle High-Rise DevelopmentWINNER: Amora Serviced Residence by Astaka Kimlun Sdn Bhd

Best Lifestyle Low-Rise DevelopmentWINNER: The Seed by Tanah Sutera

Best Lifestyle Landed DevelopmentWINNER: Intrika, Serene Heights by UEM Sunrise Berhad

Best Sustainable High-Rise DevelopmentWINNER: Medora One by JLand Group

Best Nature-Integrated High-Rise DevelopmentWINNER: Levia Residence Puchong by Matrix Concepts

Best Waterfront High-Rise DevelopmentWINNER: Clarissa Serviced Suites, Tropicana Cenang by Tropicana Corporation Berhad

Best Townhouse DevelopmentWINNER: The Rimbun by PTL Properties

DESIGN AWARDS

Best Township Masterplan DesignWINNER: Arena Larkin by JLand Group

Best Mixed Use Architectural DesignWINNER: Phase 0, Arena Larkin by JLand Group

Best High-Rise Architectural DesignWINNER: CTC Skyone @ Bukit Chagar by CTC Development Malaysia Sdn Bhd

Best Landed Architectural DesignWINNER: bée by Faire Development

Best High-Rise Landscape DesignWINNER: Residensi Cove @ Kota Syahbandar by KEB Berhad

Best Landed Landscape DesignWINNER: bée by Faire Development

BEST OF MALAYSIA

Best Township Development (Malaysia)WINNER: Bandar Tiram by JLand Group

Best Landed Development (Malaysia)WINNER: Intrika, Serene Heights by UEM Sunrise Berhad

Best High-Rise Development (Malaysia)WINNER: Amora Serviced Residence by Astaka Kimlun Sdn Bhd

Best Commercial Development (Malaysia)WINNER: Coronation Square by Coronade Properties Sdn Bhd

Best Designed Development (Malaysia)WINNER: Arena Larkin by JLand Group

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS

Life Achievement AwardWINNER: Tan Sri Dato' Seri Dr. Jeffrey Cheah KBE AO (Founder & Chairman, Sunway Group)

Real Estate Personality of the YearWINNER: Dato' Seri Azmir Merican, Group Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Sime Darby Property

PORTAL’S CHOICE AWARDS

Rising StarWINNER: Dato' Sri Edwin Tan Pei Seng, Executive Chairman, Paragon Globe Berhad

Woman Changemaker AwardWINNER: Ms. Maggie Ng Mui Kit, Chief Executive Officer, Kuok Group Property Division (Southern)

Real Estate Ecosystem Catalyst AwardWINNER: IIB Experience Centre (IIBEX) by Iskandar Investment Berhad

CONSUMER DEMAND AWARD

Most In-Demand Bungalow/Villa (For Sale) – MalaysiaWINNER: Leisure Farm Resort by Mulpha International

4-YEAR CONSISTENCY EXCELLENCE AWARD

WINNER: Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd

3-YEAR CONSISTENCY EXCELLENCE AWARDS

WINNER: Armani GroupWINNER: Astaka Padu Sdn BhdWINNER: Berinda GroupWINNER: Coronade Properties Sdn BhdWINNER: Iskandar Investment BerhadWINNER: JLand GroupWINNER: R&F Development Sdn BhdWINNER: Tropicana Corporation Berhad

PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS

WINNER: Berinda GroupWINNER: Coronade Properties Sdn BhdWINNER: CPI LandWINNER: Gunung Impian Development Sdn BhdWINNER: JLand GroupWINNER: KEB BerhadWINNER: Matrix ConceptsWINNER: Pinnacle GroupWINNER: Tropicana Corporation BerhadWINNER: UEM Sunrise Berhad

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In 2026, the Awards series is open to key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during PropertyGuru Week in December 2026. 

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