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IOI Properties Unveils 100-acre IOI Rio City Master Plan with 1,000,000 sq ft IOI Mall Rio Retail Catalyst. feet

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IOI Properties Unveils 100-acre IOI Rio City Master Plan with 1,000,000 sq ft IOI Mall Rio Retail Catalyst. feet

Puchong, Selangor – Bandar Puteri Puchong is a highly sought after IOI Properties Group Berhad (“IOIPG”) address in bustling Puchong, with easy access to the Damansara-Puchong, Shah Alam and South Klang Valley Expressways, as well as the Bukit Jalil Highway, which can be accessed to Kuala Lumpur, Subang Jaya, Putrajaya and surrounding areas.

IOI Rio City is the developer’s latest 100-acre mixed-use project built around the concept of a city in 15 minutes. As the latest development site in Bandar Puteri Puchong, IIOIPG has taken a long-term approach to creating a modern suburb, creating a healthy living environment with a variety of amenities and essentials within walking or cycling distance.

Implementation of the 15-minute city concept in IOI Rio City

“Our design philosophy at IOI Rio City is to integrate all aspects of everyday life into one place, taking inspiration from mixed-use developments such as IOI Central Boulevard Towers and South Beach in Singapore. It is with this in mind that we complement IOI Rio City with facilities that bring work, innovation, learning, health, wellness and entertainment to the community,” said Chung Nyuk Kiong, Senior General Manager of Puchong, IIOIPG.

“Well-planned infrastructure and the implementation of integrated integrated development are key to sustainable living in IOI Rio City. The systematic integration of key facilities, services, transportation facilities, public spaces and even landscaping will be aimed at supporting the expected economic growth of the area, as well as creating attractive investments for developers, residents as well as potential investors,” he added.

In line with its sustainability policies and commitments, IIOIPG worked with US architecture and planning firm Arcadis to create IOI Rio City as a community-driven, livable town with sustainable living solutions. Arcadis is a leading global urban planner specializing in smart sustainable design and innovative masterplans.

While the residences at IOI Rio City are designed to be a modern, dynamic integrated development, they are located separately from shopping and business centers to ensure the privacy and security of residents. Over the next five years, IIOPG will build approximately 1,600 condominium units, retail units and residential buildings. The next phase of IOI Rio City’s development is set to begin with IOI Mall Rio as a retail catalyst.

Million-square-foot mega mall to open in next phase of IOI Rio City

IOI Mall Rio will include approximately one million square feet of leasable space and more than 300 retail outlets. The mall will feature a carefully selected tenant mix of food and beverage, lifestyle, fashion, IT, convenience and entertainment brands including a cinema serving shoppers and visitors in Bandar Puteri Puchong as well as surrounding areas such as Bandar Puteri. Kinrara and Seri Kembangan.

“IOI Mall Rio continues the successful track record of our vibrant retail portfolio with attractions such as IOI City Mall and IOI Mall Puchong. IOI Mall Rio will build on this momentum while raising the bar on its positioning. We are targeting a younger and more vibrant audience in line with the changing demographics of Puchong, while at the same time differentiating it from the IOI Puchong Mall which will continue to serve the surrounding community with restaurants and daily necessities. IOI Mall Rio will be designed by Arcadis with regional influences in mind, with a unified linear concept providing visibility for tenants. Integrated components include a planned convention center and sports center, making the mall a modern integrated lifestyle offering within IOI Rio City,” said Chris Chong, Chief Operating Officer, Real Estate Investments, IIOPG.

“We are also committed to engaging prominent partners in the education, health and wellness sectors to further develop the community as a one-stop lifestyle destination. Our master plan for IOI Rio City complements IOI Mall Rio and includes a central courtyard, fountain and pet-friendly public courtyard designed as a community centerpiece that brings people together. Additionally, the nearby Bandar Puteri City Park is a distinctive 10.93-acre urban park that is home to more than 89 species of flora and 135 species of fauna, making it a popular destination for nature viewing,” Cheung said.

Fostering sustainable growth through smart mobility and infrastructure investment

To provide safe, convenient mobility and promote sustainable lifestyles in Bandar Puteri Puchong and IOI Rio City, IIOIPG has invested in an infrastructure system of underground passages and tunnels, including dedicated entry and exit points to underground parking spaces in IOI Rio City, as well as into intelligent systems of underground passages and tunnels. parking systems to optimize traffic flows in parking lots managed by IIOIPG. They serve to reduce traffic congestion and congestion on elevated roads while providing walkability in and around a community.

“In addressing traffic issues in the area, we are exploring the possibility of adding a direct flyover from the Bandar Puteri-Puchong Interchange to the adjacent Puteri 2 commercial area to further optimize traffic flow along Lebuh Puteri and surrounding roads,” Chung said .

The underground car parks at IOI Rio City feature an open-plan design that allows for natural ventilation, as well as motion sensors and timed lighting in the car parks and stairways to reduce energy consumption and reduce carbon emissions. Renewable energy is highlighted by solar-powered LED street lights, as well as rooftop solar panels at 2 Rio Office Park with an installed capacity of 214 kW. Rainwater is also collected for irrigation at sites managed by IIOPG.

Pedestrian-friendly design and plenty of public transportation

In line with pedestrian-friendly urban planning approaches, Rio City’s IOI includes shaded street-level pedestrian walkways and connecting bridges, improving walkability to nearby attractions such as Taman Perindustrian Puchong LRT Station and Puchong Financial Corporate Centre. At IOI Rio City, abundant greenery provides shade while reducing ambient temperatures, while dedicated bike lanes, bike parking and electric vehicle charging stations encourage the development of alternative modes of transport.

“Our comprehensive master plan includes planned pedestrian connections from Taman Perindustrian Puchong LRT station to developments in IOI Rio City, promoting public transport use. With the growing popularity of ride-sharing, we have also included e-hailing stations as well as transit services that respond to demand in the area, powered by Trek Rides,” Chang said.

IOI Rio City’s innovative and sustainable features, extensive infrastructure and strategic location in Bandar Puteri Puchong make the integrated development ideal for both families and businesses. For more information visit www.ioiproperties.com.my/township/bandar-puteri-puchong-puchong jaya or call 03-8060 8833.

This article is provided by IOI Properties Group Berhad.

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