| HEADLINE NEWS |
BEIJING
Property sales to reveal building energy efficiency standard
Building energy efficiency features and ratings to be included in the sales information
Goodman to deliver mixed use project over 5 square kilometres in the next seven years
Swire-Sino Ocean Beijing project to complete in 2011
The project has recently acquired its official name - INDIGO Mixion boasts simplicity 'Art Deco' design
New luxury residential developments in Beijing City with North America design character SHANGHAI
First VENU Hotel in Shanghai to open in 2011
Designed by architect Arata Isozaki and developed by Zendai Group Zero emissions design - a new model for large-scale sustainable development
Woods Bagot and Buro Happold unveil 'ZERO-E' to lead zero carbon economy drive Shanghai IFC obtains LEED Gold pre-certification
The entire project has a total area of 1,100,000 sq ft in two phases Dazhongli project developed jointly by Swire Properties and HKRI
Mixed-use development comprises retail centre, office towers and three hotels to be completed in phases from 2014 onwards Shanghai International Cruise Terminal
Mixed-use development with 40 metre-high glass-clad portal constructed by suspended cable Shanghai Shikumen project by Portman approaches completion
Portman Holdings announces partnership with CBRE for launch of Portman House 2010 China Sustainable Building Forum
Green Building with China Characteristics: Low Carbon Design¨CGreen Building Material¨CEnergy Efficiency Solution GUANGZHOU
Work to commence on Baiyun International Airport Terminal 2
Targeted capacity to handle 80 million passengers annually in 10 years Bai E Tan district planning announced
With a planned population of 790,000 and the tallest building in China New headquarters planned for Canudilo
Heller Manus to design the International Fashion Center in Guangzhou Guangzhou South Railway Station phase one opened
Designed by TFP for a daily turnover of 300,000 passengers Old airport terminal to become world class shopping complex
RMB10 billion to redevelop Baiyun District and the former airport site Guangzhou to build the second tallest building in the world
The 600-metre tall building will be located at Bai E Tan commercial district GUANGDONG
30 new airports for the PRD area
The number of airports will increase from 60 to 90 within the next 10 years HK-Guangdong gas pipeline proposed
To supply natural gas to Hong Kong from facilities in southern Guangdong SHKP acquired prime site in Foshan
The site was acquired for RMB4.705 billion and will provide a GFA of 1.6 million square metres TIANJIN
Sun City to take part in Tianjin project
To develop 41 hectares of land with 90 per cent residential CATRC plans large-scale headquarters in Tianjin
San Francisco based Heller Manus Architects has been awarded the design contract CHONGQING
Chongqing to build massive low-cost housing
To build 335,000 apartments for 130,000 low-income families within 10 years SHENZHEN
Shenzhen Airport Terminal 3 to complete in fall 2012
The second runway under construction is scheduled to open in mid-2011 Raffles City Shenzhen plans announced
Comprises Grade A office tower, shopping mall and hotel ZHUHAI
Construction commenced on Zhuhai Shizimen Central Business District
With a total CFA of 1.1 million square meters, Phase 1 will complete in 2013 Construction commenced on Zhuhai Opera House
The 50,000 sq m site is located on an island off the east coast of Zhuhai INNER MONGOLIA
Leighton Asia expands production at UHG mine in Mongolia
Leighton Asia has secured a US$870 million contract adjustment to increase production at the Ukhaa Khudag (UHG) coal mine MACAU
Cotai Strip Phase 5 and 6 contracts awarded
More than 20 contracts totalling over MOP1 billion for Phase 5 and 6 of Cotai Strip were awarded 350 hectares of land will be reclaimed within the next 5 years
The reclaimed land will be sufficient for Macua's development in the next 20 to 30 years HONG KONG
Peak lot sold for $10.4b
The 23,312 sq m residential site will provide a maximum GFA of approximately 30,000 sq m Temporary reclamation to be conducted
Forming 0.7 hectare of temporary reclamation and foreshore to be reinstated in 2014 Western cargo area boundaries adjusted
Occupy area of 32,700 sq m with a usable seafrontage of 880 meters Sustainable building design ideas by CSD
Encourage building setback, building separation and more green coverage in buildings CEO Tower - an industrial mixed-use project by SHKP
A new breed of mixed-use industrial development offers tranquility in a busy urban contextin Larvotto - new residential project in Island South
Nine tower blocks will be built to provide a total of 715 units with expected completion in March 2011 59,000 new flats to hit market within four years in Hong Kong
Including completed but unsold, under construction and developments approved Former Tai O police station to become a boutique hotel
Featuring nine suites of 200-400 sq ft each Fanling Highway works tenders invited
Construction to start in November and will take 27 months to complete Kai Tak sea-bed improvement works planned
Work to commence in late 2011 and completion in 2013 Ngau Tau Kok footbridge works gazetted
Start at the end of this year and complete at end 2012 Kwun Tong Line work to commence in 2011
The scheme involves a 2.6 km railway extending from Yau Ma Tei Station Sediment disposal facility planned
Start in July 2011 and complete by the end of 2015 Building height limits set for Ma On Shan
In view of Ma On Shan's topography, different height bands are proposed Tung Chung to provide 31 hectares for high-density housing developments
Another 2.1 hectares planned for offices, shops and other commercial use Quality Building Award (QBA) 2010 winners unveiled
Under the theme of 'Quality Transcends Time', QBA2010 had undergone key transformations South Island Line amendments gazetted
Proposed amendments have been gazetted, the completion day in 2015 Tai O cultural heritage to be preserved
Protect natural character and maintain unique landscape Gross floor area concession guidelines issued
All gross floor area concessions to be specified on the final building plans Government lot in Ho Man Tin sold for $10.9 billion
Designated for residential development with a GFA of 80,755 sq m NT highway-widening amendments gazetted
Comply with engineering considerations in nearby areas Tenders invited for bypass link contract
Work to start in September and completion in 2017 Building height limits set for Peak
To ensure the scale and intensity of new projects will be compatible with surrounding developments Chuk Yuen Village resite tenders invited
The project will start in August and take 16 months Fanling government land sold for HK$1.33 billion
The 8,900 sq m site will offer a minimum gross floor area of 34,000 sq m West Island Line targeted completion in end 2014
An extension of Island Line to be built at the cost of HK$15.4 billion Industrial building to be converted into hotel
Proposal supported the Land & Development Advisory Committee Tung Chung site fetched $3.42 billion
Maximum GFA 133,620 sq m and minimum GFA of 78,600 sq m for residential purposes
12 developers express interest in Nam Cheong project
Comprising 3,300 flats and shopping facilities with completion in 2016 Cruise terminal building design and build contract awarded
World-class facility with 5,600 sq m of commercial area and completion in 2013 Building Journal's latest editorial lineup for coming issues
Special focus on Wall Coating & External Finishes; Fire Protection; Waterproofing Landscaping & Roof Gardens Central interchange works tenders invited
Work to begin in September and completion in January 2016 $40 million improvement works for Pak Tze Lane
Major improvement woks in Central to complete in 2011 Two historic buildings to be revamped
$200 million to revitalize Mei Ho House and Lui Seng Chun New floor-numbering guidelines effective September 1
Numbers should be in logical and consecutive numerical series Shek Kip Mei plan imposes height limits
To maintain the existing character and enhance diversity in the urban core areas Building management scheme to commence
Building aged should be 30 years or more, have ratable value within $100,000 HK$4.2 billion air cargo terminal construction contract awarded
Gammon - Hip Hing wins Cathay Pacific's new cargo terminal contract North Point zoning plan amended
Revision of maximum building from one storey to 80 metres Illegal structure removal ahead of target
380,000 unauthorised building works were removed West Kowloon zoning draft approved
South West Kowloon Outline Zoning Plan approved which covers 332 hectares of land and 70 hectares of typhoon shelter Shop houses preserved for commercial or cultural use
20 pre-war veranda-type shophouses in Kowloon will be preserved Policy on optimising the use of industrial buildings
Two policy measures on industrial buildings optimisation became effective on April 1 Conversion of Murray Building into a hotel in 2011
With 300 hotel rooms and facilities meet environmental building design criteria Two major civil contracts for MTR West Island Line awarded
A 3-km extension of the existing MTR Island line with three underground stations at Sai Ying Pun, The University of Hong Kong and Kennedy Town Lime Stardom -- boutique apartment in Mong Kok
Distinctive design including a Starz Night clubhouse designed by famous Japanese interior designer Yamagiwa Junpei Leighton Asia awarded US$417 million XRL contract
Construction commenced on the Tse Uk Tsuen to Shek Yam section of Express Rail Link Work to commence on Yuen Long Public Library and Indoor Recreation Centre
The project is scheduled for completion in 2013 at the cost of HK$704 million Tolo Highway widening deal signed
Widening 5.9 km expressway section, to complete in 2013 Tuen Mun Road upgrade contract signed
Building a 450m-long single-lane flyover Small units set for Ma Tau Wai redevelopment
Involving an area of 3,377 sq m and will provide 420 flats Three recreational and cultural projects launched
Construction will start within this year for completion in 2011-2012 Canal Road Flyover to get a facelift
$7.4 million to improve the environment and pedestrian Commercial project planned at express rail terminus
MTRC plans to build three commercial buildings at West Kowloon Express Rail Link terminus HK$50 billion capital works for each of the next few years
New measures launched to meet the manpower needs of future projects Tseung Kwan O lot fetches HK$3.37 billion
The development could provide a maximum GFA of 67,650 sq m Property maintenance aid for owners
For buildings over 30 years and exceeding three storeys to conduct inspection Hopewell to invest HK$12 billion into projects
To develop properties projects and expressways in the next six years Mandatory building and window inspection schemes
Involving 5,800 private buildings and about 200,000 units every year Building better safety
Simplify statutory procedures to provide a legal, simple, safe and convenient means MTR Austin Station project received 14 expressions of interest
Large-scale luxury residential project in West Kowloon. Road enhancements set for Bathing Beach
The project is expected to start in 2011 for completion by 2013 Central-Wan Chai Bypass works start
The 4.5 km bypass is due for completion in 2017 ICC Observation Deck to open this fall
360-degree view from the city's tallest building, the deck will cost over HK$100 million Route 8 between Tsing Yi and Cheung Sha Wan opened
Completed at the cost of HK$11.7 billion, this section of Route 8 comprises a 7.6 km dual 3-lane highway
Direct Links
Home - Product Search - Photo - Features - Forum - Products & Services - Contact Us
Copyright © Building.hk All rights reserved.