The Property Show

Third spaces are places where people gather, interact, and build community. They’re distinct from home—the first place—and work—the second place. To understand their role in strengthening our social fabric, producer Natalie Tan speaks with Mustapha Kamal, architect, urban planner, and founder of Arkitek Mustapha Kamal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the sell-then-build model becomes more common in Malaysia, home financing is said to work more like project loans than a conventional mortgage. To help understand why, producer Natalie Tan will be speaking with Muhammad Nazhan Kama-ruzuki, Research Associate at the think tank, Khazanah Research Institute.  Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we celebrate Malaysia Day on 16 September, it’s a moment to reflect how far we’ve come in building a truly inclusive nation, including in the rental housing market. To discuss this, producer Natalie Tan will be speaking with Simraatraj Kaur Dillon, author of the Architects of Diversity Report that looks at racial discrimination in Malaysia's rental market. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omn...

According to management consulting firm A.T. Kearney, the global smart home market is expected to grow to around USD 400 billion by 2030. Following up on our 2019 conversation, producer Natalie Tan will be catching up with Patrick Au, CEO and Co-founder of smart home contractor VYROX, to discuss the technology has evolved. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

You’ve probably come across reports of residents opposing developments in their neighbourhood, from the PJD Link highway to apartment projects and even kindergartens. To better understand the legal recourse available in such cases, producer Natalie Tan speaks with Alliff Benjamin Suhaimi, Partner at the law firm Thomas Philip. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Malaysia celebrates her 68th Merdeka Day, we look at Kuala Lumpur, a city in transition, expanding rapidly while grappling with how much of its history should be preserved. Dato’ Hajeedar Abdul Majid, architect and heritage advocate, shares his Merdeka memories as well as Malaysia’s conservation challenges. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 13th Malaysia Plan was unveiled at the end of July, setting the stage for the country's economic and social development from 2026 to 2030, with big implications for housing, infrastructure, and sustainability. Sulaiman Saheh, the Director of Research & Consultancy Services at Rahim & Co International, unpacks how RMK13 might reshape Malaysia’s property landscape. See omnystudio.co...

In late July, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim unveiled several initiatives under the 13th Malaysia Plan that are set to impact the local property industry. From pledging one million affordable homes to improving transportation networks, is the 13MP a game changer for comprehensive urban development? For answers, producer Natalie Tan will be speaking with Mustapha Kamal, architect, urban pl...

What makes a property attractive to mosquitoes, and what can you do about it? Lim Say Piau, an entomologist and consultant, and Regine Lim, president of the Malaysian Pest Management Association, help us explore the science behind mosquito breeding and pest control strategies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025 has been a turbulent year for Malaysia’s property sector—shaped by shifting tariffs, rising digital investments, and the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone. Producer Natalie Tan speaks with Keith Ooi, Group Managing Director of Knight Frank Malaysia, to unpack the key insights from the real estate consultancy’s First Half 2025 report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bed bugs as they can be found everywhere from budget hotels to luxury ones, airline seats to those in cinemas. In this episode, entomologist Lim Say Piau explains what makes these elusive bloodsuckers so resilient, while Regine Lim, president of the Malaysian Pest Management Association, shares practical insights into how to address the problem Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/lis...

As climate change becomes increasingly pressing, architects face a societal obligation to develop smart designs that minimize harm to the ecosystem and local communities. Producer Natalie Tan will be speaking with Adrianta Aziz, President of the Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM), about what defines sustainable architecture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government is aiming to prioritise walkability and public transport in future developments under the Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040. To discuss what these plans should entail, producer Natalie Tan will be speaking with Cha-ly Koh, CEO of Urbanmetry. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've ever wondered if property advertisements tell the whole story, then this episode of the Property Show will help you cut through the glitz and glamour to uncover what's legal, what's not, and how to spot misleading claims. Imran Clyde, Founder & Strategy Director at Nextdor Property Communications shares his insights to help us make more informed homebuying decisions. Image Credit: Sh...

In late April, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim launched the Warisan Kuala Lumpur initiative, aimed at rejuvenating the historic core of the city. Producer Natalie Tan will be speaking with Dato' Hamdan Abdul Majeed, Managing Director of Think City, which is working in partnership with the federal government and city officials to develop this initiative. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Rats chew through wires, spread disease and reproduce at an astonishing rate. So how do we control them and/or get rid of them completely - if that is even doable. Professor Hasber Salim, a rodentologist, from Universiti Sains Malaysia explains what they are while Regine Lim, president of the Malaysian Pest Management Association, explains how to spot, manage, and prevent rat infestations. Image C...

Over 5 million hosts have earned billions of dollars from short-term rentals—and that’s just on Airbnb alone. But is it really that easy? What skills and knowledge do you need to run a successful short-term rental space? Producer Natalie Tan sits down with Yap Zer Ken, Co-Founder of Plush Services, a company that manages Airbnb and other short-term rental properties. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com...

Over the past few years, there have been court disputes involving developers of projects in the special economic zone of Johor, where units were sold under a private lease scheme (PLS). A PLS can create complications for both current and future homebuyers. To better understand how the scheme works, producer Natalie Tan will speak with Yeoh Tung Seng, Partner at Yeoh & Joanne. Image Credit: Shu...

Kuala Lumpur’s property market kicked off 2025 with solid gains across office, logistics, and prime residential sectors. Farther south, the spotlight is shifting to Johor, where the much-anticipated Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone is stirring investor interest. Yulia Nikulicheva, Head of Research & Consultancy as well as Dr Chua Yang Liang, Head of Research for Southeast Asia, both from...

International property consultants Knight Frank's latest report on Dubai's real estate market, Destination Dubai, has revealed a record-breaking performance in the emirate’s property market in 2024. Faisal Durrani, partner and head of research for the Middle East & North Africa region at Knight Frank breaks down the numbers and explains what’s driving global investor interest. Image Credit: Sh...

Urban farming has become increasingly crucial rather than optional due to various factors, particularly in the face of challenges such as climate change and food security. Natalie Tan will be speaking with Jayden Koay, Business Owner at CityFarm Malaysia, to learn how to practise urban farming in apartments and will also explore the bigger-picture conversation surrounding this activity with Ong Ai...

Cockroaches: they’ve survived everything from dinosaurs to nuclear fallout. So how do you keep them out of your kitchen? Experts, Regine Lim from the Malaysia Pest Management Association, and entomologist, Lim Say Piau, show us how we can fight back. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Selling a property can be a complicated process on its own—let alone when it belongs to someone who has passed away.  From legal hurdles to family disputes, producer Natalie Tan sits down with Joanne Leong, Partner at Yeoh & Joanne, to guide you through the process of managing and dividing an estate in accordance with the law. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for...

As property prices continue to rise, pushing many toward rentals, the Ministry of Housing and Local Government has proposed establishing a Residential Tenancy Act (RTA) to regulate tenancies. While Malaysia currently lacks specific legislation governing rentals, the RTA has received mixed feedback.  For some guidance, producer Natalie Tan will be speaking with Tan Kian Aun, President of the M...

On April 1st 2025, a gas pipeline explosion caused a massive fire that destroyed more than 200 homes and displaced over 300 people.  While such incidents cannot be prevented domestically, we’ll be discussing how well our homes can withstand fires.  Producer Natalie Tan will be having this conversation with Edison Beh, Registered Fire Safety Engineer from Safety Services & Logistics....