Being a fresh developer I think this case is more of underestimated scale involved in integrated development ie 3 storeys basement, malls and finally the serviced apartment/ soho/ office components.

The time taken to complete the basement and ground works... it has taken Ekovest like 24months?

Why are you commenting on your own 2years ago post?

Commercial project from unproven developer.. read the SPA carefully... there are so many clauses will catch you. VP without CCC... billing upon work commencement ... GST ...etc etc

It is not apple to apple comparison. Just because the Apple is cheaper you think it is better than Avocado.

This post has been edited by gks: Jun 5 2017, 08:50 AM

It is foregone conclusion ekocheras will be delayed.

It is more of question Ekovest will be honourable to the SPA and pay out the LAD accordingly. Quoting example Sunrise was delayed in completing Arcoris to the tune of almost a year and no question asked to allocate funds to pay out full lad to the extend affecting their quarterly result.

Not only paid in full.. but prior to the contractual delivery, Sunrise-UEM already sent out letter to purchasers inform them the delays and reiterate the commitment of their obligation.

Ekovest? all the way until now the developer still insist can complete by end of this year. And didn't address the concern by purchasers whether they still fulfill their obligation or not.

This post has been edited by gks: Oct 31 2017, 05:00 PM

What is the physical progress now for ekocheras? Anyone mind to share?

I thought the hotel block was pulled out from sale. Correct me if I am wrong.

Thanks Jagalat kor.

For block J & H if they are going to be VP-ed together... My gut feeling... another 8-9months at least.

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I do not care any legacy projects by both however Jibby was caught pants down with corruption. Enough says...

Looking at the progress... No way can vp end of this Year... Earliest possible is maybe after cny 2019...

Hopefully ekovest learn their lesson well and in future has better planning for basement work..

This post has been edited by gks: Sep 16 2018, 11:16 PM

By theory yes however conventional wisdom will tell you that the project will be abandoned way before that...

Some development the mall not even ready yet after the residential completed like 2years

For Ekocheras, I think they have done quite well, execution wise.

Raw design is not everyone cup of tea or coffee.

A lot of ppl they missed what is the bigger picture.

As property buyer I would rather have MRT station with elevated covered walkway just a short distant away.
As property buyer i would rather have a vibrant retail at ground rather than "dead" retail for all the conveniences.
If Ekovest going to pass the saving in the form cheaper rental rate to retailers to encourage them to open the shop earlier so that the retails can be occupied soonest possible. Retailers have stronger holding power as well while waiting for the footfall to build up.
I would also rather have a VP on residential property where all components such as retails and office are completed at same time rather than in phases.
I would also rather Ekovest honor the full LAD.

Then again, cannot stop anyone commenting about the raw concept. To be honest it is not my cup of tea as well however other matters are more pressing concern in my book.

This post has been edited by gks: Feb 13 2019, 08:05 PM

Which project you refer to?

Each mall need to serve its own market... No point to compete with big four especially neighbourhood malls.

Bangsar Village, BSC are still surviving.

I noticed for EKC mall the f&b selection is quite unique particularly Chinese cuisine. I believe EKC mall management got it right there and not go for typical franchise f&b.

Only time will tell whether it is "new toilet effect" or the mall will be sustainable.

All the best!

This post has been edited by gks: May 27 2019, 08:59 AM

The problem is many visitors compare footfall with big 5 (MV, oneU, Pyramid, pavilion and klcc).

Did u file complaint to developer and management office?

Broadly speaking, Sean has pointed many valid points (good and bad) about the development.

Also worth to highlight comparison with rest of Cheras RM300-500K product is not apple to apple. Just like Sunway Velocity in Maluri, Tropicana Gardens in Kota Damansara, these development will be the market leader and command premium at the area. However.. the amount of incoming supplies surely bode well for the mall.

Successful integrated development (TOD with mall, office, hotel, residential) will always be unique and given cost involved, unlikely developer going to build and sell at this price range anymore.