News : Reaching For The Sky

2015 Jul 04

Highrise suites finding favour with buyers


THE first block of the Verve Suites KL South project on Old Klang Road has already registered sales of 40% of the units since the soft launch earlier this year.

Datuk N.K. Tong, managing director of Bukit Kiara Properties (BKP), the project’s developer, said there are three main reasons for the brisk sales.

“The first reason has to do with the attractive pricing starting from RM600,000 onwards for a one-bedroom suite and RM750,000 onwards for a two-bedroom suite, which have built-up areas ranging from 555sq ft to 876sq ft.

“The second has to do with the RM5mil that we spent to build the Vercadicos Sky Bridge to connect the first and second tower of serviced suites, which will be launched at a later date.

“The bridge is unique because it has facilities along the walkway,” Tong said.

At one end of the sky bridge, you will find a theatrette, where one can enjoy a movie or conduct business presentations.

At the other end sits an open area and the bridge lounge where residents can gather for discussions while enjoying a spectacular city view.

The other facilities include the Sky Kitchen and Sky Diner, where the residents can enjoy their meals and host receptions and celebrations.

“The third reason has to do with the strategic location of the project, which is a five-minute drive from the Mid-Valley Shopping Mall,” Tong added.

The company recently emerged as the winner for the World’s Best High-Rise Award from Fiabci International for its Verve Suites Mont’Kiara project.

“Verve Suites Mont’Kiara, which pioneered the sky lounge concept in the country in 2006, outperformed two other prestigious developments from Singapore — Marina Bay Suites and The Interlace — which took home the World Silver award.

“This year’s Fiabci World Prix d’Excellence Awards were reviewed by 68 judges from 28 countries around the world,” he said.

Nominations for these prestigious awards were assessed based on architecture and design, financial and marketing strategy, development and construction, environmental impact, and community benefits.

Since it was set up in 2000, BKP has emerged as a specialised niche developer.

BKP’s previous projects include Verve Suites Mont’Kiara, which features fully-furnished designer suites and four unique sky lounges; Hijauan Kiara, the first completed condominium in Mont’Kiara with a private lift lobbies; and Aman Kiara, the first development in the country to feature strata titled bungalows and condo-villas.