A new residential development in Bangsar is positioning itself as part of a broader live-work ecosystem, reflecting the growing trend of integrated developments across prime areas of Kuala Lumpur.
Developer Melati Ehsan Group has announced long-term lifestyle collaborations with hétam and Anytime Fitness for its Khaya Residences project. The partnerships aim to enhance daily convenience and community living for residents while strengthening the development’s long-term rental and investment appeal.
Khaya Residences forms part of a larger master-planned precinct that also includes Menara TNB Bangsar, a Grade A, GBI Gold-certified office tower. The presence of high-quality office space nearby is expected to attract multinational tenants and a sizeable professional workforce, supporting steady rental demand for nearby homes.
This integrated model is increasingly relevant in Kuala Lumpur’s property market, where proximity between workplaces, lifestyle amenities and residential units is becoming a key factor influencing both investors and owner-occupiers. Similar dynamics are also shaping demand for office space in Bukit Jalil and commercial property in KL, where mixed-use environments tend to command stronger occupancy and long-term value.
The 53-storey tower will house 795 residential units, with built-up sizes ranging from approximately 630 to 1,321 sq ft. Residents will have access to an extensive range of facilities, including:
A 50-metre infinity pool
Sky gyms and wellness spaces
Rooftop and herb gardens
Children’s recreational areas
Pickleball courts
Dining pavilions with private jacuzzis
Such lifestyle-oriented amenities are increasingly seen as essential in high-rise developments, particularly in mature urban locations where buyers prioritise convenience and quality of life.
According to Loo Yeok Bee, director of Melati Ehsan Group, buyer interest has been encouraging. Approximately 60% of purchasers are owner-occupiers, while about 40% are investors. The proximity to Grade A office tenants is expected to support gross rental yields in the range of 5% to 6%, driven by housing demand from professionals working in the surrounding area.
Chief executive officer Cheah Jit Peng noted that modern luxury increasingly centres on everyday comfort and community interaction rather than purely physical features. Lifestyle partnerships, he said, are intended to create a more connected residential environment where residents can build long-term social and professional networks.
The emergence of integrated residential and office developments in prime Kuala Lumpur locations mirrors wider trends across Klang Valley. As infrastructure improves and businesses expand, demand continues to grow not only for city-centre homes but also for:
Industrial land in Selangor supporting logistics and manufacturing growth
Factory developments in Puchong serving SMEs and light industry
Industrial property in Subang area benefiting from established transport links
Modern office space in Bukit Jalil and other emerging commercial hubs
For investors, projects that combine residential units with nearby Grade A offices and lifestyle amenities are increasingly viewed as resilient assets, offering stable rental demand and long-term capital appreciation potential in the Kuala Lumpur property market.
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