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WELCOMING A NEW YEAR AND
A NEW BEGINNING
As we usher in the Year of the Rat and a brand-new decade, it is an opportune time to reflect on achievements of the
past and enthusiastically look forward to achievements of the future.
W
elcome everyone to a Ironically, the inevitable conclusion of our Most importantly, The Estate has inspired
new year, a new decade journey with The Estate has brought us to expand to new and different ideas,
and a new opportunity to mixed feelings to many of us here in the while staying true to our goal of enhanc-
reinvigorate our hopes, BӦN Estates family. ing lives with well-crafted environments.
ambitions and desire for a better future. This too is on the horizon, and we can’t
On one hand, we are excited to see the wait to share that with you as well in 2020.
With the spirit of Chinese New Year still fruits of our labour come to life. On the
resonating in the air, we approach this new other hand, it will be sweet sorrow to reach Until then, we hope that you too will
era empowered by the wisdom gained the conclusion of a vision that we have embrace the advent of this new year as an
from the years that have gone, yet eager to invested so much time, energy and opportunity to reflect on the achieve-
learn and do more in the years to come. purpose towards. Being our maiden ments of the past and renew your vigour
project, there is simply a lot of sentiment for the achievements to come.
This coming year, in particular, is poised to wrapped up in every inch of The Estate,
be a meaningful one for BӦN Estates. Even despite the fact that we can’t wait to share Here’s to a new beginning. May it be filled
as you read this, we are entering the final it with you. with hope, happiness and prosperity for all
stage of construction for our flagship of you.
project, The Estate in South Bangsar. Just like every endeavour worth embark-
During the course of the year, we will be ing upon, there were challenges to be Gong Xi Fa Chai!
moulding the project into its final shape met, hurdles to overcome and achieve-
and form, and adding the finishing touch- ments to be shared. It is the experience Chan Jin-Wy
es by the end of the year. Currently, we are that launched our love for innovation and Chief Operating Officer
well on course to achieving full completion ingenuity, it shaped our character as a BӦN Estates
the first quarter of 2021. company and it perfected our craft.
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BRINGING THE VISION TO LIFE
The making of The Estate: The journey so far, and the exciting final steps to come.
2017
PILING WORK BEGINS
Piling work on the site begins and by the end of the year,
most of the piling work has been completed, and this was
when the superstructure construction begins. This year
also saw the official launch of The Estate, held at The BÖN
Estates Gallery in Bangsar on March 19th. By the end of the
year, the project is already almost 65% sold. In September
that year, Kerjaya Prospek Sdn Bhd was also appointed as
the main contractor for the project.
2018
CONSTRUCTION PICKS UP PACE
With Kerjaya Prospek on board, construction at The Estate
moves forward at promising pace. By the first quarter of
the year, all foundation work on the project is completed.
By end of 2018, the onsite team reports that all piling work
is completed and that the project is ready to move into
phase 2 of the construction process, which is called the
transfer slab phase. From this point, each floor of the
two-tower begins to rapidly take shape.
2019
MOVING SKYWARD WITH QUALITY
PRIORITISED
The year begins with the completion of mock-up units for
stringent quality assessment. As the year progresses the
project begins to take on its eventual shape, as the two
towers begin to add floors with every passing month and
construction work on the podium level – where lifestyle will
be hosted – reaches completion.
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2020
STILL TO COME
The first half of this year will see construction on the two
towers reach full height. Work will then move into the final
phase, with interior finishings and interior design work
expected to be completed by the end of the year. Work will
also progress on the podium level, where the final
elements of the many exciting facilities and attractive
green features of the project will be put in place. At present,
The Estate is already 90% sold.
2021
THE FINISH LINE
The Estate is currently on target to be completed by the first quarter of next year.
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DEFINING ‘LIVABILITY’ IN THE
MODERN URBAN ENVIRONMENT
Our quest for comfort, safety and convenience remains constant, but a rapidly evolving world compels us
to embrace new ideas and rediscover old ones.
L
ivability can mean many things
to many people these days, but
the underlying common aspira-
tion to live in comfort, safety and
convenience is both universal and
timeless.
In the context of a rapidly urbanising
world, however, our view of an ideal living
environment is evolving in tandem with a
reprioritisation of needs. Time, space and
interaction are probably the greatest
casualties of urban pressure, but today we
seem determined to regain lost ground by
reassessing the way we shape our
surroundings and how we choose to live.
Interestingly, in embracing new lifestyle
enhancing concepts and solutions, we are
also re-establishing a spirit that once
defined successful communities of the
past. Contemporary architects and city
planners have caught on to this revival of
urban ideology, and they are now linking
livability to factors that define an urban
environment as “alive”.
LIVELINESS AND VARIETY SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES
Among the key elements identified by Another related factor is regular opportu-
Archdaily.com that make an urban living nity to connect with others. Despite social
surrounding attractive is its propensity to media making the world a smaller place,
stay fresh and interesting to those who live people are beginning to feel increasingly
there. Modern dwellers gravitate towards isolated because of the absence of the
neighbourhoods that host retail, F&B and “human touch”. Surroundings that provide
entertainment outlets that attract the plenty of public spaces, can help generate
outside world in, with regular festivities face-to-face encounters with fellow neigh-
and events that put it on the map. bourhood dwellers. This, in turn, develops
into tangible relationships and friendships.
Modern urbanites feel that their ability to
connect with a larger community and To achieve this, it needs to be a vicinity
culture is hampered over time, and the that is easily walkable, with comfortable
convenience of new encounters and pedestrian friendly space that entices
positive experiences located within dwellers to take a stroll to nearby facilities
walking distance simply allows them to and amenities, thereby maximising daily
feel alive, whenever they want to. interactions.
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PEACE OF MIND EASY CONVENIENCES, EASY A GREEN RELATIONSHIP
CONNECTIVITY
Security has long been an important There is the pleasance of greenery, and the
consideration for any home seeker, but Modern city dwellers are attracted to presence of greenery, and these are not
our understanding of what that means holistic living standards and a self-sustain- necessarily the same thing. Dwellers of the
has expanded beyond the traditional ing ecosystem of modern conveniences. future want more than green showpieces
sense. Indeed, secured perimeters and Again, time is a primary factor as time in their living environment, they want
access to your private living space remain wasted commuting to and from work greenery they can interact with.
vital factors, but beyond this, urbanites are takes away some of the time you require
also beginning to appreciate the peace of to attend to personal, family and house- Breaking the monotony of their concrete
mind that comes with familiarity with your hold needs. So it’s a massive plus point world, people once again want to feel the
extended surroundings. when the supermarket, the dentist or touch of nature in their lives. An environ-
even your favourite gourmet coffee house ment that allows them to have lunch on
is just around the corner. the grass, read under the shade of a tree or
Communities
that encourage
interaction
provide an added
layer of safety
Communities that encourage interaction However, this doesn’t mean city dwellers simply gather their thoughts in the
provide an added layer of safety. For exam- want to feel isolated from the very best the embrace of a favourite hidden garden is
ple, members of a community feel more metropolis has to offer. While appreciating becoming more and more highly valued.
confident in public when you know the the convenience of their immediate
grocer on the corner, or the waiter along surroundings, they also want to feel At BӦN Estates, livability is not defined by
the street you frequently walk on, or even intricately connected with other urban one or more of these factors, but all of
the many random neighbours you bump hotspots, which is why strategically them. In our pursuit of delivering an
into on a daily basis. Put simply, you are located neighbourhoods with a variety of elevated living experience, we strive to
less inclined to feel unsafe when you are transportation options rank high on the find the perfect balance between a serene
surrounded by people you know. livability scale. home environment and intimate connec-
tion to a vibrant surrounding environ-
ment.
Our devotion to livability is best exempli-
fied in the choice of South Bangsar as the
site of our flagship project, The Estate.
There, a vibrant and lively urban centre
fulfils the modern desire for retail and
entertainment amenities within a pedes-
trian friendly environment, while spacious
homes within a secure and serene green
haven satisfies the timeless aspiration for
comfort and peace of mind.
Having the natural majesty of the Bukit
Gasing Forest as a neighbour is simply
icing on the cake.
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CHERISHING TRADITION WHILE
EMBRACING THE FUTURE
Ushering-in the Lunar New Year in vibrant colour and meaningful tradition at BÖN Estates Gallery with the
symbolic significance of Bamboo, Plum Blossom and Pussy Willow.
A
s craftsmen of better living stand-
ards, BÖN Estates has always
pursued the creation of innova-
tive and lifestyle environments
with the guidance of timeless wisdom, adopt-
ing principles and values that have long
influenced our definition of harmony and
comfort in living spaces.
In fact, the “BÖN” in our name reflects exactly
that; it pays tribute to ancient philosophies
about the harmony between natural
elements and our living space, enriching the
way we interact with our habitat. For us, it is
possible to pioneer a path to the future
without leaving behind the traditions that
best define us.
Candle Fortune Reading
That spirit of harmony between old and new
took centre stage at our recent celebration of
the Lunar New Year on February 9th, when
our ultra-modern BÖN Estates Gallery in
Bangsar paid tribute to the deep symbolic
traditions of Chinese culture with contempo-
rary flair, energy and fun.
This year’s celebrations centred around the
traditional significance of Bamboo, Plum
Blossom and pussy willow, and the positive
influence these natural elements represent
as we ushered in a new beginning with the
Year of the Rat.
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Traditionally, bamboo has always hope, wealth and prosperity as we Among the highlights was a lion dance
represented strength, rectitude and welcomed the new year,” said BÖN performance by Khuan Loke Dragon &
longevity. Considered a sign of luck, it is Estates Chief Operating Officer Chan Lion Dance Association, a fortune reading
also symbolic of youth, endurance, flexibil- Jin-Wy. session by Soleil Trinity Resource, a
ity and rapid achievement. Chinese knot making session, a traditional
“We often tap into the spirit of cultural Chinese Paper Cutting workshop, live
events because they remind us of the shows on candy making and various other
Chinese Knot Making shared values that make the Malaysian activities for the whole family.
community unique. This is the same spirit
we invite and nurture in communities we
build, because it inspires people to Lion Dance
connect intimately with the place they call
home,” he added.
Chinese New Year, in particular, carries a
poignant message of unity, harmony and
the strengthening of familial and commu-
nal bonds. It is also a joyous celebration of
life, filled with vibrance and energy, and
these elements were well-represented at
the BÖN Estates Gallery during the
The vibrant Plum Blossom represents celebrations.
perseverance in the face of adversity and
the promise of a future filled with hope. It
also represents strong personality, beauty Visitors also had an opportunity to explore
and a long life. the unique lifestyle proposition of our
ongoing flagship project, The Estate @
Meanwhile, the quaint Pussy Willow is a South Bangsar, at the award-winning
symbol of wealth and growth. It typically gallery. With a fully decked-out show unit
blooms at the first sign of spring, so it located on the 3rd floor and an experien-
signifies fertility, prosperity and a new tial tour of the many components that
beginning. make the development a benchmark,
prospective buyers enjoyed a first-hand
“We wanted to begin the year on a positive taste of elevated living standards.
and feel-good note, so we harnessed the
symbolic meaning and influence of these Chinese Paper Cutting
elements to create an atmosphere of
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FEASTS AND FESTIVITIES
ROUND OFF THE YEAR
At BÖN Estates we organise events that serve as opportunities to bond and build a network of individuals who
share common values and principles that help shape the lifestyle ideology behind the spaces we curate.
JAPANESE DELIGHT AT SUSHI SUMMIT
SEPTEMBER 8, 2019
In September last year, the BÖN Estates Gallery hosted an
exclusive culinary event in collaboration with APW Bangsar
and Sushi Summit KL.
The event brought together master sushi chefs of multi-cultur-
al backgrounds from all corners of the world, who culminated
at the gallery to showcase their culinary skills in the art of sushi
making. Only the highest quality ingredients were featured at
the feast, from Tokyo as well as other Japanese cities.
Among the renowned attendees were Chef Toshihide Terado
(Sushi Azabu), Chef Eddie Ng (EDJU), Chef Makoto Saito Sam
(Sushi Hibiki), Bartender Osamu Kinugawa (Bar Shake).
SPENDING X’MAS WITH THE FOLKS
DECEMBER 18, 2019
There’s no better way to end the year than with a feast. Bring-
ing the BÖN Estate family together for Christmas, the compa-
ny enjoyed a yuletide dinner at the One World Hotel in Bandar
Utama.
The occasion provided staff members some much-needed
downtime after a hectic year, offering the perfect opportunity
to bond with colleagues from various departments and share
some end-of-year cheer.
Naturally, as it was Christmas, there was a gift exchange
session with an added twist thrown in – staff members had to
first guess who their secret Santa was.
BÖN ESTATES SDN BHD (37791-P)
301D, Tower D, Uptown 5, 5 Jalan SS21/39, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor | +603 7661 6222 | info@bonestates.com | www.BonEstates.com
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