The Hong Kong-headquartered rental accommodation specialist will soon introduce its fully integrated rental accommodation concept to Singapore, following the USD 56 million acquisition of Hotel Clover J. Sultan
HONG KONG – Media OutReach – 14 March 2022 –Asia’s leading owner, developer and operator of lifestyle rental accommodation WEAVE LIVING today announces its expansion to Singapore. Through its successful acquisition of Hotel Clover J. Sultan located at 33 Jalan Sultan for a value of USD 56 million, WEAVE LIVING will introduce its fully integrated rental housing concept to the Lion City. WEAVE LIVING’s debut property in the city is expected to welcome its first residents in the first quarter of 2023, and will see the company’s aggregate assets under management rise to over USD 850 million across its portfolio in Hong Kong and Singapore. This latest acquisition marks a new milestone for the Company and signifies WEAVE LIVING’s expansion plan into more APAC markets, leveraging on its solid foundations in Hong Kong since 2017.
Located in the heart of the vibrant Kampong Glam neighbourhood, WEAVE LIVING’s first Singapore property will boast a gross floor area of approximately 35,000 square feet. Coupled with WEAVE LIVING’s dedication to providing lifestyle-centric, hassle-free living, this upcoming property will provide an exceptional new choice for rental accommodation in the active Singapore market. Targeting global citizens and professionals, the expansion will also create a strong synergy effect and strengthen WEAVE LIVING’s offer across Asia’s gateway cities.
Sachin Doshi, Founder & Chief Executive Officer of WEAVE LIVING, said: “We are thrilled to have successfully acquired this premium site. We have been following with interest the booming rental accommodation market in Singapore and are optimistic about developments in this key Asian commercial centre over the coming years. A new generation of Singaporeans are now looking for a place to live independently, especially with the recent growth of working from home and other flexible working arrangements. We are also confident that the city will see an influx of global talent thanks to its status as an international financial hub combined with its pragmatic approach to dealing with the after-effects of the pandemic. We believe there is huge demand for fully serviced, flexible and stylishly designed accommodation in Singapore, which we expect will only increase as we continue to grow our portfolio in the city.
“With our first acquisition in Singapore, WEAVE LIVING is excited to curate a brand-new living experience for global citizens and professionals that combines style, comfort, and convenience, to complement the energy and vitality of modern city living. The acquisition also aligns with WEAVE LIVING’s long-term investment and expansion plans and I am certain that the Company will inject new energy into the market.”
He added that WEAVE LIVING’s first overseas purchase, building on the solid foundation the brand has established in the Hong Kong market, signifies the Company’s ambition to expand its presence to the wider APAC region with entry into other countries, beyond Singapore currently in planning. WEAVE LIVING is also eyeing various potential properties in Singapore, with an aim to substantially grow its portfolio in the city-state over the next couple of years.
Spread across two levels, the property, which is a row of conservation shophouses, will feature beautifully designed and fully-furnished rental accommodation units encompassing a mix of single- and dual-occupancy contemporary serviced suites including several loft units with exclusive green terraces and kitchenettes. In keeping with WEAVE LIVING’s community-building and design-forward ethos, the existing property will undergo a comprehensive refurbishment with an investment of SGD 4 to 5 million, whereby expansive and welcoming shared spaces such as a dining area, living room, kitchen, gym, yoga studio and workspaces will be added. The new home is expected to welcome its first residents early next year.
In recent years, Kampong Glam has transformed into one of Singapore’s most vibrant arts and cultural precinct. In addition to its diverse mix of impressively maintained heritage and exciting new developments, the area is home to leading museums, art hubs and cultural landmarks, and is a must-visit destination for both locals and visitors. WEAVE LIVING’s debut property in the city is an eight-minute walk to Bugis MRT station, a main interchange hub on the East West and Downtown Lines. As such, the property is within easy reach of popular destinations such as Raffles Place, Tanjong Pagar, Marina Bay Sands, National Gallery, and Victoria Concert Hall while also being conveniently connected to commercial areas such as Suntec City, The Gateway and The Concourse. With its prime location and fascinating surrounds, this is the ideal location for WEAVE LIVING’s lifestyle rental accommodation philosophy to be brought to life in Singapore.
About Weave Living
Founded in 2017 by Sachin Doshi as a response to the gap in the market for beautifully designed and professionally managed living options, WEAVE LIVING currently owns and operates 678 rental accommodation units in Hong Kong across its three consumer brands: WEAVE STUDIOS, WEAVE SUITES and WEAVE RESIDENCES.
WEAVE STUDIOS boasts four prime locations in Kowloon that ushered in a new and innovative model of hassle-free city living by bringing together comfort, convenience, and community. WEAVE SUITES was first launched in February 2021 at eclectic Sai Ying Pun, offering 83 fully-furnished and contemporary serviced suites. In August 2021, WEAVE RESIDENCES debuted in affluent Mid-Levels, adding 48 traditional self-contained multi-family homes to the WEAVE LIVING portfolio.
With its current pipeline of new openings in Hong Kong and Singapore over the next 12 months, WEAVE LIVING will grow its portfolio to c.1,500 units across 10 properties.
Offering flexible lease terms and move-in-ready homes with all-inclusive prices for a streamlined, stress-free rental process, WEAVE LIVING’s dedication to its residents and neighbourhood is matched by a commitment to the local community – via frequent collaborations with artists, brands, and partners – to imbue WEAVE locations with a true sense of place.
Stakeholder mapping, analysis, engagement and communication needs to be detailed to avoid business losses or even worse, a crisis. How can you do this effectively to prevent failure? ...
Data-driven business decisions have never been as crucial, especially in this era. MGBF leverages off, technology, experience and market presence to aid businesses in making accurate decisions. ...
MGBF provides comprehensive strategic advice and results-focused solutions to solve clients' problems in business-government relations so they can focus on their core business. ...
A critical business challenge is meeting the right decision-makers and potential buyers through the best channel and platform. How will you improve your business competency? ...
MGBF founding chairman Nordin Abdullah and UMW Toyota president Datuk Ravindran K. will delve into the convergence of automotive innovation and environmental sustainability in Penang, Sarawak, Johor and Pahang.
Hosted by menumiz™ – an end-to-end restaurant management system – this roundtable will feature a case study presentation and a panel session to discuss the latest digital trends, challenges, and opportunities within the food and beverage sector.
In this episode of 'A Working Lunch with Nordin', MGBF's founding chairman, Nordin Abdullah, will host this discussion focusing on the biggest threats and opportunities for businesses as we look to manage change in the South China Sea.
This MGBF Roundtable will focus on regional food security issues and trends in the regional supply chain, and trade regulations and policies, including a new geopolitical tool i.e., weaponisation of supply chains.
Planet QEOS, KIS BlOCNG San Bhd, and the Sarawak Land Consolidation and Rehabilitation Authority (SALCRA) have officially signed a tripartite memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a collaborative framework aimed at producing bio-hydrogen via the Steam Biomethane Reforming (SBMR) Process. The MoU was signed by Planet QEOS executive chairman Dino […]
Planet QEOS and China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC) are interested in investing RM10 billion to co-develop advanced Megawatt peak (MWp) agrovoltaic in Baram, to further boost Sarawak’s green energy initiative and food security. Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg was briefed on Friday by both the […]
Last week SPM results came out, 373,974 aspirants who have been waiting patiently over the last few months would now know their fate. Some 10,109 have received all A’s, the golden standard of academic success and the ticket to those looking to study the “more advanced” subjects in university. Proudly, […]
The classic knee-jerk reaction is to say, fire the coach, change the leadership of associations, and reduce the funding till they start performing better. This kind of negative reinforcement may work for kindergarten children, but we are dealing with high-performance adults – individuals much further along in their psychological and […]
Since its earliest tea plantations in 1929, Cameron Highlands has grown to become a key player in the agricultural landscape of Malaysia, producing 40 per cent of all vegetables grown. Despite Malaysia shifting its economic focus away from agriculture, the industry remains imperative for food security and the livelihoods of […]
Although at first glance the travel industry and the agricultural sector appear to have nothing in common, they actually share more than meets the eye. The economic benefits of tourism to the agricultural sector can be multiplied several times over. “Tourism brings the end consumers closer to the source, which […]
The Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF) recently held a high-level roundtable themed ‘Designing the Future of the Digital Economy’, attended by industry leaders and business associations. The guest of honour was Yang Berhormat Syerleena Abdul Rashid, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Bukit Bendera in Penang. The MP’s Special Session […]
The Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF) will be hosting a roundtable on ‘Designing the Future of the Digital Economy’ on 23 February 2023. It is the culmination of the first three MGBF Exclusive Roundtable Series titled ‘The Evolving Threat Matrix in the Digital Economy’ held throughout 2022. According to the […]
The Founding Chairman of the Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF), Nordin Abdullah, today spoke on Bernama TV’s leading English talk show, The Brief, hosted by Jessy Chahal, on the topic of a stable political reality and what that means for the Malaysian economy. Nordin said, “The first thing that it […]
More than 1,100 years ago, Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi was developing the mathematical formulas that we know today as algorithms which now have become so intertwined with the business fortunes of global media giants and the very fabric of geopolitics. A series of recent high level international reports have revealed […]
KSK Land has been recognised by the Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF) for its role in attracting high net-worth individuals to Malaysia post-pandemic. The first challenge in investor attraction is “selling” the country. In the context of Asia, Malaysia is competing with some very established investment destinations. The second […]
Malaysia, in particular Kuala Lumpur, continues to position itself as a regional centre to do business, educate a family and enjoy a global lifestyle. One company, KSK Land, has taken the lead in positioning itself and the city of Kuala Lumpur as a property investment destination for the global citizen […]
The upcoming budget represents an opportunity to build resilience in the critical sectors that will form the backbone of the country’s future-facing economic ambitions. This however needs to be achieved in the context of managing the community sectors most impacted by COVID-19 over the past two years. The Keluarga Malaysia (Malaysian Family) […]
Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF) has moved to support the creative economy as the overall economy moves into a recovery phase following the COVID19 pandemic. As a step in the direction of normalcy, the MGBF has agreed to host the art exhibition “I Know You’re Somewhere So Far” by one […]
Congratulations to Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob for taking up the mantle of the ninth prime minister of Malaysia. There is nothing normal about the situation; it could not have been scripted but it has kept the spectrum of media, mainstream and social, gripped. The first order of business for […]
In a stirring speech to the nation, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. stamped his brand of leadership on the presidency, in his first act as the 46th president of the United State of America, it signaled several shifts. Perhaps the weather was foreboding with snow falling before the ceremony that […]
KUALA LUMPUR, 6 July 2022 – As the global economy continues to deal with unprecedented levels of disruption caused by the pandemic and the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the convergence of energy security and food security issues has become a front-of-mind issue faced by policy makers and consumers alike. […]
KUALA LUMPUR, 23 June 2022 — Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF) ties up with scoutAsia to ensure that businesses are equipped with deeper regional insights. The past two years has seen a massive shift in the way businesses are conducted with digitisation, digitalisation and automation continuously being adopted to improve […]
KUALA LUMPUR, 25 May 2022 – The Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF)’s exclusive roundtable on ‘Security Concerns in Critical Value Chains’ was held in a hybrid setting yesterday at the Eastin Hotel Kuala Lumpur. The guest of honour was Yang Berbahagia Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Rafidah Aziz, former minister of […]