Great developers and design practices named in 11th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau) shortlist of nominees

Honouring developments and designs across wide array of segments and disciplines in the Chinese markets

BANGKOK, Thailand — Outstanding companies in real estate, architecture, and design have been shortlisted as nominees for the 2024 edition of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau).

The PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau) will mark their 11th edition over an exclusive luncheon and ceremony on Friday, 13 December 2024 at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.

This year’s shortlisted nominees comprise outstanding leaders in property development across various real estate segments, including mixed-use, luxury, heritage, and enhanced projects. The shortlisted companies also include top architecture practices in a wide array of disciplines ranging from architectural to sustainable design.

The shortlist of nominated companies in Mainland China includes Benoy; CAN Design; CapitaLand China; Design Power House (DPH); ECE Shanghai; GAD Architectural Design (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.; Guangzhou Jianxin Rongfu Co., Ltd.; Hongkong Land; HWCD Design; Jiang & Associates Creative Design; Jianfa Fangdichan Jituan; Lead8; Miaojue Design; SlowStudio.cn; Sybarite; and Zhuhai Huafa Properties Co., Ltd.

The shortlist of nominated companies in Hong Kong and Macau includes China Resources Land (Overseas) Limited as well as its joint venture with Poly Property (Hong Kong) Co., Limited; Far East Consortium International Limited; Lek Hang Group; Lofter Group Limited; New Orient Group; New World Development Company Limited; and S E A Holdings Limited.

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The independent panel of judges who determined the shortlist of nominees in Mainland China consists of Ken Ip, chairperson of the Awards in Mainland China and chairman at Asia MarTech Society; Coco Lin, principal and project director at B+H Consulting International Inc.; Chou Kuang Ming (Ray), founder and creative director at Vermilion Zhou Design Group; Eunice Wu, product director at China Merchants Shekou/Overseas Development Division; Fang Lei, founder at One House Design; Guo Nu, founder and design principal at AUD Architect and Urban Design; James Woo, executive director, co-head of valuation & advisory services at China Colliers; Jesse Wang, design director at F.G Studio; Luo Minjie, director of planning and design department at Sichuan Waterfront Urban and Rural Development co., Ltd; Wang Shaoqing, founder and chief designer at CLV.DESIGN; Wei Jinjing, founder and chief creative director at Nature Times Art Design; and Zhong Ling, founder at DUTS design.

The independent panel of judges who determined the shortlist of nominees in Hong Kong and Macau consists of Paul Tse, chairperson of the Awards in Mainland China and president, Macao Association of Building Contractors and Developers; Bernie Devine, senior regional director, Asia Pacific, Yardi Systems, Inc.; Edmond Yew, vice-president, China Real Estate Chamber of Commerce (HK and International Chapter); Gregory Ku, independent property professional; Jimmy Wardhana, co-founder and principal architect, JWCC Architecture Co. Ltd; Oliver Tong, general manager, Jones Lang LaSalle Macau & Zhuhai; Vincent Cheung, founder and managing director, Vincorn Consulting and Appraisal Limited; and Yu Kam Hung, past president, The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors.

The fair, transparent, and credible selection process was supervised by Baicheng Tax Services – HLB China, led by Eric Dong, and HLB Hodgson Impey Cheng Limited – HLB Hong Kong, led by Clara Ng and Jack Tien. The official supervisors are part of the “2024 Network of the Year” winner HLB International, the global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers.

Winners will be eligible to compete later during the 19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, recognising the “Best in Asia,” at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok on 13 December 2024.

Organised by PropertyGuru Group (NYSE:PGRU), the 11th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau) programme is supported by official partner Anjuke; official marketing partner Global Design Awards Lab; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; official publicity partner Molihua Media Group (MMG); media partners Mingtiandi and The Standard; and official supervisor HLB.

For more information, email [email protected] or visit the official website: asiapropertyawards.com.

The Winners and Highly Commended awardees in these categories will be presented at the celebration on 13 December 2024:

2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China)

DEVELOPER AWARD

• Best Developer (Mainland China)

DEVELOPMENT AWARDS

• Best Ultra Luxury Condo Development (Mainland China)
• Best High End Condo Development (Mainland China)
• Best Mixed Use Development (Mainland China)
• Best Landmark Development (Mainland China)
• Best Asset Enhancement Initiative (Mainland China)
• Best Retail Development (Mainland China)
• Best Office Development (Mainland China)

DESIGN AWARDS

• Best Mixed Use Architectural Design (Mainland China)
• Best Luxury Condo Architectural Design (Mainland China)    
• Best Office Architectural Design (Mainland China)
• Best Mixed Use Interior Design (Mainland China)
• Best Ultra Luxury Condo Interior Design (Mainland China)    
• Best Bespoke Residential Interior Design (Mainland China)  
• Best Retail Interior Design (Mainland China)
• Best Office Interior Design (Mainland China)
• Best Bespoke Commercial Interior Design (Mainland China)
• Best Bespoke Hotel Interior Design (Mainland China)
• Best Sales Gallery Interior Design (Mainland China)

2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Hong Kong and Macau)

DEVELOPER AWARDS

• Best Developer (Hong Kong and Macau)
• Best Boutique Developer (Hong Kong and Macau)

THE ESG DEVELOPER AWARD

• Sustainable Design Award

DEVELOPMENT AWARDS

• Best Luxury Waterfront Condo Development (Hong Kong and Macau)
• Best Condo Development (Hong Kong and Macau)
• Best Connectivity Condo Development (Hong Kong and Macau)
• Best Office Development (Hong Kong and Macau)
• Best Heritage Hotel Restoration Development (Hong Kong and Macau) 
• Best Heritage Lodge Restoration Development (Hong Kong and Macau) 

DESIGN AWARDS

• Best Luxury Condo Architectural Design (Hong Kong and Macau)
• Best Condo Architectural Design (Hong Kong and Macau)
• Best Office Architectural Design (Hong Kong and Macau)
• Best Condo Interior Design (Hong Kong and Macau)
• Best Heritage Lodge Restoration Interior Design (Hong Kong and Macau) 
• Best Condo Landscape Design (Hong Kong and Macau)