Vietnam’s Sun Group has entered a US$2.3 billion strategic partnership with Chinese design firm Gold Mantis. The deal focuses on high-end interior architecture and technology for major national works. A primary objective is the development of infrastructure for the APEC 2027 Conference in Phu Quoc. This collaboration aims to bring international design standards and advanced building information modelling to Vietnam’s burgeoning construction sector.
Signature Global has teamed up with the Italian luxury brand Tonino Lamborghini to launch a high-end residential project in Gurugram. Located in Sector 71, the 12.40-acre development will feature 812 premium apartments. This partnership marks the Italian brand's official entry into India's housing market. The project aims to blend Italian design excellence with the rapidly growing demand for branded residences in India's leading real estate hubs.
A new energy positive hub named Écosystème D has launched in Dunkirk to drive the regional energy transition. Located on Mole 2, the bioclimatic building houses an incubator, training centre and technology hall. Designed by Snøhetta, the project produces more energy than it uses through 1,200 m² of solar panels. It serves as a strategic link between the industrial port and the city centre.
Global hospitality firm Banyan Group has announced its first US project with the launch of Banyan Tree Residences West Palm Beach. Developed alongside Mast Capital and Curated JCZM Development, the luxury tower features 88 homes designed by a collective of world-renowned architects and designers. The project marks a major milestone for the brand as it brings its signature wellness-focused residential model to the South Florida market.
The Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) has opened its 1,500-seat Glasshouse Theatre in Brisbane. Designed by Blight Rayner and Snøhetta, the venue features a unique rippling glass façade. This addition makes QPAC the largest integrated performing arts hub in Australia. The project incorporates First Nations narratives and advanced automation to support world-class productions. It is expected to attract 300,000 additional visitors to the region annually.
Marriott International has signed a landmark agreement with KS Hotels to introduce The Luxury Collection to Cambodia and Laos. The deal involves rebranding two storied properties, La Résidence Angkor and La Résidence Phou Vao, marking Marriott’s first hotel in Laos. Both heritage sites will undergo thoughtful upgrades before reopening in 2026 and 2027 to offer elevated luxury in these major UNESCO World Heritage destinations.
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