The continuing regeneration of Kuala Lumpur is transforming the city into one of Asia's prime destinations for business, travel and investment. With forward-looking projects and a vibrant mix of cultures, there is a mood of real excitement and optimism, in which people from elsewhere want to share.
'When you are there, you feel the 24-hour pulse of a fast-rising metropolis in motion,' says Richard Teoh, sales director of Hamptons International in Hong Kong. 'It is clear that Kuala Lumpur is now a world-class city, with its own distinctive lifestyle that thrives on the energy and colour of the urban scene.'
A leading example of that style and transformation can be found in the central business district (CBD) at St Mary Residences. Three towers of apartments and penthouses, above a two-storey retail podium and set amid parks and greenery, offer a new landmark and are helping to redefine the local concept of luxury living.
'The development conjures up the spirit of Manhattan's iconic loft apartments, but with a uniquely Malaysian character,' Teoh says. 'These are urbane, chic and elegant apartments, which command impressive views of the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, Bukit Nanas Nature Reserve and the CBD skyline.'
Built on the previous site of St Mary's School, originally founded by the Anglican Diocese in 1912, the three 28-storey towers contain 657 upmarket residences. These come in various configurations, including a choice of one-, two- and three-bedroom units, ranging in size from 1,131 sqft to 2,249 sqft.
In addition, exclusive penthouses, split over three floors, are now available for the first time to buyers based in Hong Kong. Each ultra-luxurious 'triplex' has a private rooftop swimming pool, and overall floor areas vary from 4,130 sqft to 6,769 sqft. Only 16 penthouses are available, six in Tower A and the remainder in Tower C.