Sino Group and its sister company, Far East Organization, have launched the highly anticipated The Reserve Residences in Singapore. Located in the heart of Bukit Timah and at the foothills of the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, The Reserve Residences is a mixed-use development integrated with a transport hub and retail mall in the vicinity. Residents enjoy easy access to food, retail and community spaces, as well as outdoor activities. Market feedback has been very positive, with more than 96 per cent of the units sold.

The development is atop shopping mall Bukit V, and is minutes’ walk from Bukit Timah Market and Food Centre and the restaurants along Cheong Chin Nam Road. Holland Village and Orchard Road Shopping Belt are also within close reach, as are sought-after schools and tertiary institutions such as Methodist Girls’ School and Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary School. Transport options abound, with the development amalgamated with the upcoming bus interchange and offering direct access to Beauty World MRT Station, one stop away from the future Cross Island Line.

Gold Coast Motor Festival, Hong Kong’s premier motor celebration, has returned in celebration of the 30th anniversary of Hong Kong Gold Coast. The weekend-long motoring event presented an impressive line-up of prized classic and collector cars as well as yachts from Hong Kong and around the world in addition to an array of family-friendly entertainment and gourmet dining offers.

The exhibition celebrated the rich history, craftsmanship, power and technological advancements of automobiles. Car enthusiasts could view around 100 prized classic and collector cars, generously provided by local and international collectors. Highlights of the event include the legendary McLaren F1, Mercedes CLK GTR and Porsche 911 GT1 from the 1990s, which were displayed together in Hong Kong for the first time. Car enthusiasts also witnessed the Asia-Pacific public debut of prestigious cars presented by Pagani Automobili and Gunther Werks.

Gold Coast Motor Festival continued to partner with The Community Chest of Hong Kong. The funds raised from the Charity Drive, and a portion of the event’s ticket proceeds, have been donated to The Community Chest of Hong Kong. Underprivileged families, invited through community partners, joined an exclusive ride on an open-top bus to create lasting memories.

Festival-goers enjoyed a fun-filled weekend that has put Hong Kong on the international motoring calendar.

Victoria Harbour has taken centre stage with the second edition of large-scale outdoor art programme Art@Harbour. Spearheaded by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, the programme encompasses five projects on both sides of Hong Kong’s iconic harbour, including the ‘teamLab: Continuous’ exhibition featuring resonating, colourful ovoids.

In Tsim Sha Tsui, Sino Group worked with local art collective HKWALLS on digital pyrotechnics entitled Chromaflux, featuring motion pictures by five groups of local and international artists from Germany, France, the Czech Republic and Hong Kong on the Sino LuminArt Façade, which spans the Tsim Sha Tsui Centre and Empire Centre. The unique site-specific motion pictures showcase a fusion of vibrant colours, dynamic visuals and innovative digital prowess, delivering a captivating experience that blends art, technology and cultural diversity.

When One North, the first Grade A office and retail complex at the heart of Northern Metropolis, came to the market in 2022, it impressed the market with its sustainability-focused designs optimising working and leisure space as well as top-notch amenities safeguarding well-being.

Strategically located in a prime spot of the Northern Metropolis, a visionary initiative that will be home to some 2.5 million people and better connects with the Greater Bay Area, One North is an ideal base for businesses looking to capitalise on the ever-growing ties between Hong Kong and Shenzhen, and the enormous potential the Greater Bay Area offers.

Here, more than 550,000 square feet of prime office and retail space is provided across twin towers that are replete with sustainability features, including a Wellness Garden that spans more than 20,000 square feet, a 200-metre jogging track and an array of wellness facilities.

The combination of One North’s location and its forward-thinking approach makes it unique. Working space is designed with tenants’ well-being in mind as well as the needs of the contemporary office, with the synergies between working and living space promoting a healthy work-life balance.

The consortium comprising Perennial Holdings Private Limited, Far East Organization and Sino Land has completed the transaction of Golden Mile Complex in Singapore, with the development slated for handover to the developer in May 2023.

The strategically located complex commands a dual frontage along Beach Road and Nicoll Highway, with panoramic city and sea views and unparalleled access to the Central Business District and Marina Bay. Within reach are a myriad of amenities and the tourist-popular and heritage-rich areas of Haji Lane and Kampong Gelam precinct. Recreational options nearby include Kallang Riverside Park and the Singapore Sports Hub; East Coast Park is a mere 15-minute drive away.

Gazetted for conservation by the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Singapore, the existing building will be carefully restored, with special attention paid to retaining the main building’s key features and its signature terraced profile. The partners will also explore transforming Golden Mile Complex into a mixed-use integrated development comprising office, retail and residential components.

Landmark South, jointly developed by Sino Group and Empire Group, provides around 250,000 square feet of prime commercial space across 30 storeys. Designed with tenants’ well-being in mind, the project has attained WELL v2 Pilot D&O Precertification (target: Platinum rating) and is on track for Gold Certification under the Hong Kong Green Building Council’s BEAM Plus certification scheme. The development comprises Grade A office, retail, dining and art spaces, with some spaces reserved as permanent offices of the Hong Kong Arts Development Council.

Nature is central to the architectural design of Landmark South, delivering an environment that promotes healthy living and sustainability. With the 9,200-square-foot sky garden situated on the eighth floor, indoor greenery covering 4,100 square feet as well as vibrant motifs, nature can be felt everywhere. Tenants can enjoy farming on the 750-square-foot urban farm to achieve work-life balance. In support of green transport and the reduction of carbon emissions, 113 parking spaces in the property are fitted with EV charging facilities.

To ensure indoor air quality and a hygienic environment, the indoor space will be double cleansed using MERV 14 air purification and UV sanitation. In addition, the property is fitted with a touchless automatic door system in common areas including the entrance lobby, lift lobby and washrooms; UV ioniser sterilisers inside lift cars; and antibacterial sanitary fitments in all washrooms to create a cosy and safe workspace for users.

The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong soft-opened in July 2022. With its unique seafront location overlooking Hong Kong’s southern vista, all of the 425 well-appointed guest rooms and suites enjoy panoramic views of the South China Sea. The two signature suites both feature a private pool and an expansive outdoor terrace for guests seeking a splendid al fresco getaway, while the nine themed rooms are the perfect choice for families wishing to treat their little ones to an unforgettable stay.

Committed to sustainability and guests’ well-being, the hotel has attained the WELL v2 pre-certification, becoming the first hotel project in Hong Kong and Mainland China to receive this internationally acclaimed recognition. This commitment extends to environmental initiatives including the elimination of single-use plastics, sourcing sustainable seafood and an in situ hotel farm.

The hotel has curated comprehensive wellness retreat offerings to ensure an ultimate resort getaway with the expansive infinity pool facing panoramic sea views, a 24-hour gym, an ocean-view luxury spa and a series of Fullerton Experiences.