Property is still among the safest investment vehicles – a tangible asset that is worth its weight in concrete. And many are making Singapore, Melbourne, Sydney and London their second homes. Jason Kwong rounds up the facts, figures and other need-to-know info.
Behind every green building is a green architect, and they are now needed more than ever in the wake of rampant natural resource depletion and environmental catastrophes. The Peak sits down with some of the leading experts in this field and takes a look at developments in Malaysia that are setting the standard on what it means to go green.
Since its inception in 1959, MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd has grown to become the nation’s largest refined sugar producer. As it seeks to expand globally, its President and Group CEO, Dato’ Dr Sheikh Awab SheikH Abod, tells Michael Oh how the company is aiming to satisfy the world’s sweet tooth.
As the CEO of luxury bedding brand Getha, Vincent Tan is committed to spreading the word on the restorative powers of a good night’s rest. He tells The Peak what it took to propel this made-in-Malaysia brand to the world stage.
Regarded as one of South-East Asia’s largest and most progressive retailers of contemporary design, Space Furniture’s mission is to provide modern furnishing solutions under one roof. In line with this month’s Property theme, The Peak speaks with Christina Caredes, Group CEO of Space Furniture, on the importance of acquiring the right furnishings that will transform any house into a home.
The House of Martell has been around for an incredible 300 years and fittingly marked the occasion with much fanfare. The Peak speaks with cellar master, Benoît Fil, on the importance of learning from the past, living in the present, and building for the future.
