Lee Chee Seng, chief executive officer of SkyWorld Development Berhad (middle) receives thecompany’s second consecutive World Gold Award at the FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Award 2024 from Budiarsa Sastrawinata (right), president of the International Real Estate Federation, or FIABCI, witnessed by Soelaeman Soemawinata, president of Prix d’Excellence Committee (left).
MALAYSIAN developer, SkyWorld Development Berhad has clinched its second consecutive world gold award at the esteemed FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Awards 2024, held at Gardens by the Bay, Singapore.
Known as the “Oscars of Real Estate,” this prestigious award ceremony celebrates excellence in real estate development on an international level.
Organised by the International Real Estate Federation (FIABCI), the awards recognise projects that exhibit innovation, quality, architecture and design, community benefits, environmental impacts and sustainability.
SkyWorld’s consecutive win underscores its leadership in the industry, setting a benchmark for affordable housing developments in Malaysia.
The gold award was bestowed upon SkyWorld’s third instalment of their Awani series, located in the vibrant area of Setapak, Kuala Lumpur.
SkyAwani 3 Residences features 1,905 units of three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments, each with a built-up area of 800 sq ft, priced at RM300,000. All units were quickly snapped up as soon as they were launched in 2017.
The development offers 22 active and recreational facilities, including a swimming pool with a bubble jet jacuzzi, a games room, a full basketball court, and a gym, catering to the diverse needs of all generations.
From its innovative passive design promoting natural daylighting to its impeccable air ventilation system, SkyAwani 3 Residences is meticulously crafted to ensure a comfortable and healthy living environment for its residents.
Upon completion in 2022, it achieved an impressive QLASSIC score of 79%, the highest for the affordable housing category at that time, indicating SkyWorld’s strong focus on quality and innovation.
The proud team from SkyWorld was in attendance at Gardens by the Bay, Singapore, to receive the coveted FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Gold Award for its SkyAwani 3 Residences.
Another highlight of SkyAwani 3 Residences is “Malaysia’s Highest Residential SkyBridge,” recognized by the Malaysia Book of Records.
Situated at 170.55 m, this skybridge on level 52 spans 550 m, interconnecting all three towers. It provides residents with exclusive panoramic views of the KL city skyline.
Additional facilities on the skybridge include a jogging track, giant chess, outdoor fitness areas, and ample spaces for social interaction, further enhancing the sky-living experience.
SkyWorld’s chief executive officer Lee Chee Seng says: “We are deeply honoured to receive our second consecutive world gold award at the FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Awards.
“This recognition from a distinguished panel of international judges is a testament to our relentless pursuit of excellence,” Lee says, adding that accolade underscores SkyWorld's steadfast dedication to setting world-class standards in quality and innovation.
SkyAwani 3 Residences have received multiple prestigious awards, including the “Highest Residential SkyBridge in Malaysia” by The Malaysia Book of Records, “The Edge Malaysia Affordable Urban Housing Excellence Award 2023,” “Best Starter Home Award” by StarProperty Awards 2018, and the “Innovative Design Award” at the Malaysia Outstanding Sustainable Development Awards 2023, organised by the Malaysia Urban Planning Awards (MUPA).
Lee further adds that SkyWorld consistently delivers homes that meet or surpass industry standards, regardless of the price.
“This award reflects our commitment to providing high-quality homes to all Malaysians. Our dedication is rooted in our brand promise of ‘You can now own a quality home and living’ and driven by our purpose to ‘Make living better,” says Lee.
