Dr. Lee Ville from New Bob Group talks about the upcoming development of  The Manor @ Penang

Can you tell us about The Manor, Penang?

The manor is an eco-friendly luxurious bungalow project consists of merely 3 exclusive units. It’s a development project under New Bob Group’s subsidiary company called NB Tropics. This three-storey bungalow project sits on 17,730sq ft of freehold land on individual lots of 5,275 sq ft – 6,997 sq ft. The total built-up for this development ranges from 5,576 sq ft – 5,804 sq ft. It’s located strategically in Cordington Avenue, Pulau Tikus where the rich and elites reside on Penang Island. The selling price ranges from RM4.85 million – RM5.56 million. This project is also set to be the first project from Penang to be accredited with Green Mark Gold Plus by BCA Green Mark from Ministry of National Development(Singapore). One unit has been sold so far.

What are some of the Green Features that would be incorporated in this development?

We have various green features in “The Manor”. The prominent features include:

I) Has stylish aerofoil roof which opens to the sky  II) Outdoor green landscaping III) Cross ventilation for the living and family areas  IV)Solar panel to generate electricity solely for the heater V) Impressive double height living room VI)Has rainwater harvesting that provides economic,social and environmental benefits via the use of recycled rainwater for outdoor garden usage – water saving fittings and rainwater harvesting
VII) Every unit comes with a roof garden on the second floor to promote conservation of energy as it provides natural insulation to rooftop by reflecting light and heat -This could reduce the use of heating and cooling mechanism and cut down home utility use. Also, it improves the quality of the atmosphere via the absorption of carbon dioxide in the air and converts to oxygen.

Our company is the pioneer green developer in Penang and builds eco-friendly green homes for our current and future development projects. This involved building eco-friendly green homes to foster a healthy mother earth for a greener future generation. Apart from this project, New Bob Group is also closely working on another eco-friend three- storey bungalow project called “Preston Oaks” of RM24million gross development value.

What is the estimated gross development value and when is the expected completion date?

The gross development value of this project is RM15 million and is expected to be completed in December 2013.

Our future developments consist of :
Penang Island

i) Gated and Guarded Bungalows, Biggs Road (6 units) GDV – RM42 million
ii) NB Commercial suite – (88 units) GDV – RM44 million
Mainland Project

i) A condo project in Permatang Pauh, Seberang Perai in Penang (148 units) GDV –RM50million
ii) NB Tower Commercial Suite, Seberang Perai (GDV – not available yet)

Apart from that, we are also looking at settting up a hotel of small scale size whereby to build “flashpacker concept” hotel in middle of 2014 which is a blend between backpacker and budget hotel to cater upmarket backpackers. The price range is from RM50 onwards that offers cleaner, more trendy environment and affordably priced rooms to customers. We believe hotel of this concept is highly potential to attract foreigners and local tourists now that Penang is awarded the heritage site. Moreover there are limited hotel of this kind in Penang island.

What can investors expect from The Manor, Penang?

Buyers can taste a more personalized service from us as our residential developments are quite niche in comparison with competitors . So we are capable to cater to every individual needs and deliver customers personalized approach in terms of design unlike mass market products. With very few landed developments available in Penang, this adds to the appeal of the project.

Apart from devouring luxurious home, occupants can also do their bit to help reduce mother earth’s carbon footprint from residing in The Manor whom is an environmentally-friendly home. Most importantly, it could reduce the environmental impact of the building as green certified materials are being used to construct the project. Moreover, it will also lessen the usage of electricity and water via its solar panel electricity and water saving fittings which in return can render occupants some savings in the long term.

“This is why I always believe in green home and often encourage clients to invest in green homes to foster a healthy mother earth for a sustainable future.”