3 possible reasons for puddles inside your home
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A leaking pipe could be the culprit behind puddles inside your house. (Rawpixel pic) Even if it rains more than usual, you should be nice and dry at home. If, however, you find yourself encountering an indoor flood, here are three potential causes. 1. Leaky wa
3 DIY cleaning solutions you can whip up at home
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Don’t mix ammonia-based cleaners with any products containing bleach. (Rawpixel pic) Are commercial cleaning products getting too expensive? Well, if you would like to save some money and make your own cleaning products from common household items, then you
No recovery for house prices, no thanks to economic recovery plan
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A huge overhang, many under-construction projects, and political problems have taken Malaysia to the bottom on the house price index. Housing prices have soared across the world in the past year, but a local research house sees little room for optimism in Mala
How to effectively remove sofa stains
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Tackle any spills on your sofa immediately to avoid it setting in. (Rawpixel pic) Oh no! Spilt liquid onto your sofa? Don’t worry, it happens to everyone. The best way to remove and minimise any damage to your upholstery is to do it immediately. Here is a si
7 unexpected renovation costs that can blow your budget
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Home renovations can be costly without proper planning and thorough research. (Rawpixel pic) Most people typically have a rough budget in mind before they set out to renovate their homes. However, if one is not careful, that budget can easily skyrocket due to
5 essential tools to keep your kitchen shipshape
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Maintaining a clean kitchen is crucial in eliminating bacteria such as E. Coli or Salmonella. (Rawpixel pic) Many believe that the heart of a home is the kitchen. That being said, having a clean kitchen ensures food hygiene, prevents the spread of germs and ba
Lotus-shaped house in Sri Lanka forest is a sight to behold
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Architect Thilina Liyanage has designed lotus houses in the heart of the Sri Lankan forest. (Instagram pic / thilinaliyanage) COLOMBO: Looking for serenity? Head for Sri Lanka where architect Thilina Liyanage has designed villas in the shape of lotus flowers.
The subtleties of using peacock motifs
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Peacock motifs have long been incorporated in interior design. (Rawpixel pic) It’s a tricky bit of business to use peacock motifs in and around your interior. True, it is a subtle and elegant idea, but its colors can’t simply be splashed about haphazardly.
5 common causes of leaking air conditioners
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One of the main causes of leaking AC units is poor and irregular servicing. Leaking air conditioners (AC) are a common problem in many Malaysian households and if left unchecked, it can become a real headache to manage down the road. That seemingly harmless am
Tiny houses set among trees make for a great escape
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In Norway, the Woodnest treehouse cabins overlook a fjord. (AFP pic) OSLO: Escape the noise and crowds with a trip to Odda, Norway. At the southern end of Sørfjorden, a 38-kilometre-long fjord, you’ll find the Woodnest huts. Located on a hillside, these cab
The ‘tube houses’ of bustling, congested Hanoi
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A street vendor walking past narrow residential houses, known as ‘nha ong’ in Vietnamese or ‘tube houses’, in an urban area of Hanoi. (AFP pic) HANOI: Tall, thin and brightly coloured, Hanoi’s “tube houses” dominate the city’s streets as nine m
4 bad habits that can ruin your air-conditioner
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Cool air is a luxury that should not be taken for granted. (Pixabay pic) Many homes have air-conditioning (AC) units, which is a blessing given Malaysia’s hot, humid weather. While it is a luxury, many people are guilty of misusing or neglecting their AC. He
‘For sale’ signs everywhere on Petaling Street
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The buzzing atmosphere of Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown has been replaced by an eerie silence. (Muhammad Rabbani Jamian pic) KUALA LUMPUR: Petaling Street, once bustling with life, is now in an eerie state of quietness. Its activities have been curtailed for more
Parking spot at Hong Kong’s luxury condo sells for US$1.3 mil
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City’s luxury property market has recovered from political upheaval and Covid-19 outbreak. (Facebook pic/Homewise Realty) HONG KONG: A single car parking space has been sold for a whopping US$1.3 million at a luxury Hong Kong apartment complex, local media
2021’s property market primed for investors
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Despite the pandemic breakout, many investors made advances on their property portfolios in 2020. A recent analysis by MyProperty Data showed that investor transactions had increased by 38%, with investor transactions comprising 82% of all completed transactio
Property boom in Dubai as buyers flee lockdown
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The Gulf emirate became one of the first destinations to reopen to visitors last July, pairing the open-door policy with strict rules on masking and social distancing, and an energetic vaccination programme. (AFP pic) DUBAI: Dubai’s property market is poweri
3 in-demand areas in the Klang Valley despite the pandemic
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Understanding a property’s median price will allow you to evaluate its investment value. When considering any new property, whether for your own living or investment, the first thing you should do is check the median price for that particular area or project
Vacancies up, rents down, in the crowded office market
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With the rise in supply and unstable demand, the vacancy rate is expected to increase for office buildings. A rise in vacancies and drop in rents are the problems that will continue to plague owners of office buildings in the Klang Valley in the months ahead,
5 ways to boost your rental property’s appeal
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The key to maintaining your property’s rental value is to always keep it in excellent condition, even between tenancies. Whether you have one or 10 rental properties, you need to make sure that the income generated is enough to cover the mortgage. But even
Tropicana Journey Collection: Attractive homes for investment and recreation
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These beautiful homes in Genting Highlands and Langkawi come with resort-themed amenities. (Tropicana Corporation Berhad) REAL estate is often considered a profitable investment, especially if the location is strategic and the property comes complete with five
4 of Puchong’s most liveable neighbourhoods for 2021
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IOI Mall Puchong is one of the biggest attractions not just in Puchong Jaya, but in all of Puchong. (IOI Mall pic) With a population of more than 400,000, Puchong is a town that gives you all the benefits of city life, and yet also offers quiet respite, unlike
Suburb in Vienna is designed by women, for women
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Katja Schechtner (left) and Wojciech Czaja, curators of the architecture exhibition ‘Women build the city’ in Vienna. (AFP pic) VIENNA: Women may hold up half the sky, but when it comes to designing the public spaces and buildings in which they live, their
Vacancies up, rents down, in the crowded office market
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With the rise in supply and unstable demand, the vacancy rate is expected to increase for office buildings. A rise in vacancies and drop in rents are the problems that will continue to plague owners of office buildings in the Klang Valley in the months ahead,
Tropicana Journey Collection: Attractive homes for investment and recreation
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These beautiful homes in Genting Highlands and Langkawi come with resort-themed amenities. (Tropicana Corporation Berhad) REAL estate is often considered a profitable investment, especially if the location is strategic and the property comes complete with five
Tiny houses set among trees make for a great escape
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In Norway, the Woodnest treehouse cabins overlook a fjord. (AFP pic) OSLO: Escape the noise and crowds with a trip to Odda, Norway. At the southern end of Sørfjorden, a 38-kilometre-long fjord, you’ll find the Woodnest huts. Located on a hillside, these cab
The subtleties of using peacock motifs
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Peacock motifs have long been incorporated in interior design. (Rawpixel pic) It’s a tricky bit of business to use peacock motifs in and around your interior. True, it is a subtle and elegant idea, but its colors can’t simply be splashed about haphazardly.
The ‘tube houses’ of bustling, congested Hanoi
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A street vendor walking past narrow residential houses, known as ‘nha ong’ in Vietnamese or ‘tube houses’, in an urban area of Hanoi. (AFP pic) HANOI: Tall, thin and brightly coloured, Hanoi’s “tube houses” dominate the city’s streets as nine m
Suburb in Vienna is designed by women, for women
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Katja Schechtner (left) and Wojciech Czaja, curators of the architecture exhibition ‘Women build the city’ in Vienna. (AFP pic) VIENNA: Women may hold up half the sky, but when it comes to designing the public spaces and buildings in which they live, their
Shanghai’s J Hotel is the highest luxury hotel in the world
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A night in the hotel’s J Suite costs over US$10,000. (AFP pic) The world’s highest luxury hotel, boasting a restaurant on the 120th floor and 24-hour personal butler service, has opened in Shanghai to guests with deep pockets and a head for heights. Elevat
Rich irony as UK-Malaysia project makes waves in London
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The Sky Pool has been dubbed an aquarium in the sky because, from a drone, the swimmers look like goldfish in an aquarium. A Malaysian-British property joint venture first floated the idea to build the world’s first swimming pool spanning two London resident
Property in mainland Penang with positive growth
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Perai and Seberang Jaya are located on the mainland. (Wikipedia pic) It is normal to expect property transactions to dip during the pandemic as people become wary of the economy and adopt a “wait-and-see” approach. But for those familiar with the property
Property boom in Dubai as buyers flee lockdown
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The Gulf emirate became one of the first destinations to reopen to visitors last July, pairing the open-door policy with strict rules on masking and social distancing, and an energetic vaccination programme. (AFP pic) DUBAI: Dubai’s property market is poweri
Parking spot at Hong Kong’s luxury condo sells for US$1.3 mil
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City’s luxury property market has recovered from political upheaval and Covid-19 outbreak. (Facebook pic/Homewise Realty) HONG KONG: A single car parking space has been sold for a whopping US$1.3 million at a luxury Hong Kong apartment complex, local media
No recovery for house prices, no thanks to economic recovery plan
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A huge overhang, many under-construction projects, and political problems have taken Malaysia to the bottom on the house price index. Housing prices have soared across the world in the past year, but a local research house sees little room for optimism in Mala
