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A JOYOUS CELEBRATION OF 2014 ⪎㎬╚⪬⪥ Hello readers! an overall positive outlook for the property sector in ⛣㸃⧝ᱝ╠Ⱞⶼᱝ ➟☼ⰻᱨ⏌⛶ㅰ⛪⏰㸢㴊㚛≦㥲☨➟☼ 4HSH`ZPH >L HYL JVUÄKLU[ HIV\[ [OL YL]P]HS VM [OL 㮟㔪⳱㨳㨲ᮣ⡮㨩ㅩ⛶㣄わ㚱㝗⤅㱭㴣☼㢭 Happy New Year and Happy Chinese New Year. property sector following the end of the Budget 2014 ⪎㱕㴪ⶄ〉⭅㟹⭔⵿╚㨰⊔ᱨ⒫╱㑉㑉⛞㱕㦢 㺥➟㣏☨⒌ⳕ㺉Ⓘᮣ㾗㢜㮥⢔㍿✚㱸⻲☨㮟㸃ᱨ Welcome to the brand new edition of our LBS adaptation period. As a strong property player, LBS ㅰⰮ㎬⫆⛑☨よ⧝㖫Ⱞᱨ⡮㨩⛣㸃⢖㲐㣄 ⼢ㅄ㔶⭅㟹⫕⭁⏸㲓㗊⒉Ⳍ㸝ᱷ⯿ㅏ㑩㮥㎐㔤㺥 magazine. I hope everyone is experiencing a joyous remains competitive, thanks to the affordability and celebration and before we know it, we will be ushering prime location of our offerings. Rest assured that we わ☨▙⻲㺉Ⓘ㲓⤠⺆ᮣ 㚱㩖ᱨ㾗㢜㋶⛑ⱅㅰ➂㷝㦞ㅅ☨⤴⮒㯜㚐ᮣ in 2014. I would like to thank you, our loyal readers, are committed to incorporating these key factors in for your continuous support. our developments set to be launched in the coming ➍㴪〉⵿ᱨㅩ⯿㽂㯌☡ⱅ㋜ㅠ㑛☨㽊⍐ᮣ㵀㨰☨ 〉⭅㟹⛶㋶⛑㨰㮥ㅰ⡮☡⤷㲓㋜▣ᱨ㥓㠯ㅩ㵀 year. 㮥ㅰᱨ〉⵿㦢▙㺼㷝㦆⭅㟹㨰☨⭓㠯ᮣ㣄わ☨ ⪎㎬Ⱞ㑓☨㟠㖫ᱨ㮜⫉☧⯵ⶅ⧧ⶼ⡁伣ᱨ㸆⛞ As you glance through this issue of our LBS Journey 㽈㮟㟹⛵㮥㺓⏥㨦ㇰ⻲ᱨ⪻⭅⢕㦞⡢㔂░㖣ᱨ⊪ 㗁㗮㲂ㅩ☨㸈⥏㣡ᮣ㮜㩛ㅩ⪹⪰㦗㜳㎗⫊ⓞろ magazine, you will notice a transformation in our LBS looks forward to kick-start a brand new year with content. Moving into a new year, we felt it was much optimism. I hope you enjoy the fullness of the ⸶㗌ㅠ㲓Ⳃ⤷㔤⭜ᮢ㴖㮿ᮢ㽴⭐⛑㗐㽐㗈⭨⳥ᱨ ⿍㱶ᱨ㎒㑁㣄わ⵿☫⢚㎡㎉ᮢ⢚⡙㲑㩂㢶㷦☨ timely to introduce a fresh outlook to the magazine. lunar festivities and may wealth and health be your 㮾⭆㨰⹆ㅅ☨⯵ⶅᮢ⿍㨾㽪㫢⧧よ㢨㖭㋙☬ᮣ 㸆⢔╚㨰⊔ᱨ⒱㢜ㅩ☨㮥⿁⼈⊗ᱨ㨰╠ⶼᱝ Our dedicated LBS team has worked tirelessly to gifts this season. As many of you may be travelling bring together various improvements including to your hometowns, I am sure this new and improved 㷔㠯ⱅㅰ⧥㨲㮟㣣ᱨ㣄わ㸡ギⶄ▣⿷⹂㣩㫳㸟⢔ 㨩㨩ᮣ new columns covering topics on interior design, version of our magazine will be a good companion landscaping, gardening, Do-it-Yourself home décor, with lighter and more entertaining articles. Until our health, travel and recipes. next edition, Happy Chinese New Year!
Taking a look at our core business for 2014, we have Thank you.
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PROPERTY NEWS & EVENTS LIFESTYLE 12 | BSP Township Improvement 08 | Sight and Sounds of Carnival Filled the Air in 32 | Feng Shui for 2014: Year of the Wood Horse 16 | Magma Garden Bandar Saujana Putra (BSP) 36 | Get Healthy: Why I Chose Yoga as a Powerful 17 | Ivory Garden 14 | Joyous News to the Batu Pahat Residents as the Vehicle for Change 18 | Barrington Homes New Year Approaching 38 | DIY Divas : Do-it-Yourself - Upcycling the Pallet 19 | Sinaran Mahkota: A New Great Investment 22 | LBS records RM358 Million in Q3 PBT 40 | Yummylicious : Double Happiness Macaroons for Opportunity in Kuantan 23 | LBS awarded in Malaysian Reserve Property CNY & Valentine’s Day Press Awards 2013 42 | Explore the World : Travel To: Vietnam, Timeless INTERNATIONAL 24 | ⪞⭨⛊⨎㲝⤿⛍㔈ⰻ⤎㟠╿ⱌ㙣⍋㟪㽪㨛㻜㠞⒱⼉⥖ Charm 20 | 2013➚㻋㑻Ⱋ⒔㑺⒝Ⱞ▙㟯㋈ ᮶㣗ㅰ⥂⪆᮷ㅅ⍖_⡁⪹㮥⭨㎗ㆃⳭ㟠⊩⻲⼋ 25 | LBS-Sponsored Anugerah Hijau Green Space SOCIAL 2013 Winners Announced 44 | Follow the Snake in 2013 Hunt 28 | LBS IN NEWS for CSR & Event 46 | LBSclub 17 30 | LBS Closes 2013 with “The Mad Hatter” Media Night
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to the various contests available, to watching our FB fanpage. fantastic mascot’s walkabout & magician enchanting the residents with all sorts of magic tricks, all these Aside from that, the football Finals within the BSP and much more were organized to ensure that community is also held on that day. Hands down to everyone has a day that they will never forget! All team Zon A Ketum. It was such a joyous day to 05 Zon A Keturn won the football tournament SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OF the game booths are wide and brightly coloured. have everyone witness & celebrate the victory that 06 A man is scoring a goal Every guest wins on a side stall they receive a creates the memories that last a lifetime within the stamp and accumulate up to 8 stamps will be community. CARNIVAL FILLED THE AIR IN entitled for a redemption spin to win prizes. The children enjoyed the different activities such as face Indeed, this event was well received with over 98% painting, balloons, stage games, colouring contest! of residents participating. Here’s one of the resident BANDAR SAUJANA PUTRA (BSP) (WHY[ MYVT [OH[ KPMMLYLU[ PUÅH[HISLZ ^LYL H]HPSHISL feedback to us: “We hope LBS will carry out this which kept children entertained all day. The carnival every year as it gives us a chance to interact with Life is made meaningful through family and ÄYZ[[PTL[OPZ`LHY^L[HRLQV`PUVYNHUPaPUN):7 was designed to that the whole family can bond other families around the neighbourhood, this is so 01 Opening ceremony friendship. Without which, life can be a little cold Community Carnival which aims to engage BSP through the activities and enjoy lively upbeat music, exciting and meaningful for us.” of BSP Community Carnival and unyielding, with the realities of our culture community - to increase dialogue and encourage scrumptious popcorns & cotton candy that was 02 Clown is entertaining provided throughout the duration of the carnival. As a developer, LBS endeavouts to continue the crowd and environment. Speaking of environment, understanding of one another among diverse 03 Minions Spree game settling into a new environment can be a daunting residents of our community. To provide further excitement, we also held a photo investing in Bandar Saujana Putra township, to 04 Basket Ball Toss game task, especially if one is busy with the increasing contest, called “My Carnival Moment @ BSP” for the create an environment where families can be demands of working life. Hence, knowing your It’s a day of fun, excitement and participation families or individuals to strike-a-pose with various nurtured; communities celebrated and lifelong ULPNOIV\Y^P[OPU`V\YJVTT\UP[`JHUILHKPMÄJ\S[ were seen from the different neighbourhoods mini props provided and share their experiences memories made. task, particularly on top of an already hectic within BSP Community. The BSP Community with creative slogan. These were uploaded to our 06 work schedule. Facing with these challenges to Carnival lived up to its intentions. From the successful harmonious community living, LBS moment residents set foot on the carnival Bina Group Berhad has been working to envision grounds, they were enveloped by a fully themed new ways to bring its BSP residents together, carnival, complete with amusement for all ages. and to provide a better living experience. For the Be it enjoying a challenge at the games booths,
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⒉ⱌ㨾☨⫆⛑㮜㱸㝤㓧ᮢ㔟㱘㑺ᮢよ ⢗⳯⳥ス⛶㣄わ☨➔ⸯᱨ⧝㋂㑥⒙ᱨ 㜡㽳⒯⭤ㅰ⪂ 㖭㮾⭆㱱☕☼㔣㎸㾉⒱☨㾃㎲㑺☬ᮣ ☕㑓⳥スⓞ㥟⿔⒔⥙ ᮣ㾗㢜➂ 10 Photo opportunity with the mascot 㢜ⱌ㮥⏧⭩㍿㔣㎸⩽⛑㣄わ☨㷹㊮㷝 㔈ᱨ/%6⯿⭢㩦㟪㽪%63ᱨ╚⯼㮥⢔⧧ Buzz Lightyear 㢭⪑㢜⭨㟙⒱㴗㝗⤅⢕㺸㨏☤⳱ᱨ➶ 㨡よ⧝☨⪏ⳅᮣ✚㟜⥙⭤ㅰ⪂╿ⱌㅆ 0UÅH[HISLZSPKLPZH]HPSHISL[VLU[LY[HPU 㲌㴩㝛㬕⪎㝢ⶥ children all day 㦝㚳わ☨ⲿ㬕⧧╚㯌ⶪ⧟ᱨ㔋║㺣㜡 ⼦㱹⧝⧧㔣㎸ⲽ㔭ᱨ㣄わ⯿㢜⳥ス▞ 12 A child is challenging the Rodeo 07 “We are the champions!” 㑉㔶㴲⧆⭨㟙⧧㱹㯔ᱨ㵀➑の☨㑓⒋⤀㾗㲓㔶⫆ ⹂ᱨ㣄わ⯿ⶌ⿑ⱌ㨾⢚✂㔹⭌㦞ㅅᱨ㺤⻲㑁⳥ス 㽳⒯ギ㽳㗣㔋㮾⏸㲐᮰0\ &DUQLYDO ⹂⢚✂☨㐸㝛⫆⛑⧧㱶㥧ᱨ䃞㜡㽳⒯ Bull 08 LBS Managing Director, 㺲ᱨⱌ㑩㮥⢔㨰⪏ⳅᱨ⪹㗁㮥➽㲌㴩☨㝛㬕ᮣ 㔶⫆㝛㬕⢚㢜⟁⡙ᮣ᮱ 0RPHQW#%63᮱㔟㱘⌴㑺ᮣ 㸊㸡⒱㢜᮰ょ⢔㑉☨⒯㸖᮱ᱨ⢚㗁㦆 Dato’ Sri Lim Hock San ⱅㅰᱨ⼢ㅄ㔶⭅㟹ᱤ/%6ᱥ㗑╴Ⳬ⊚㜡㽳⒯⭤ㅰ 㵀⧧㢦⹂㮵⳥⭨㴖☨㨰♈➖ᱝ JVTTLUJLZ[OLÄUHSMVV[IHSS match ⪂ᱨ㵀㸆⢔⧧㨡☨㔣㎸Ⳮ⭅⳥ス⯼⻮㮥⢔⢚ 㜡㽳⒯⭤ㅰ⪂㗁㑁ょ⢔㑉➶㦝㐢ᮢ㲌㴩⧧ㅗ㠰 09 Hand painting ⧝☨㔶⫆㐸㝛ᮣ ☨㮥㝢ᱝ▙⫇㑘㑩㲑Ⱞㅅ⧧㔣㎸⫆⛑ᱨ⏥ⱊ⦼ 㽳わⲳ㎩㠚㙛ᱨ㮥⭨▙㨏㮜㵀⪎ⶼ☨㯞㥲㦝㱫 〉⭅㟹⛏㖼ⲿㅉ⛟㙱⼢⡁㓹㙭ᱶ᮰㸆㦞㝎☼ よ㢨☨⌘ゟ⪀⧧ウ⪀㜽ᮣ☕㝢㔤㱸⢔㜥㢭ᱨ 㢜㜡㽳⒯⳥ス✚㽜⌤☨⭤ㅰ⪂⫆⛑ᱨ╿ⱌ㔣㎸ㅆ 㝗⤅㗄⧩⢕ㅰ⼰␍☨㱶㥧ᱨ⊪⸶ギ⏩⏴⪾ᮢ⭀㦙 PHOTOPHOTO CONTESTCONTEST ⼦⤴㥥ᱨ⭩㍿⌷╱☨Ⰿ⽃㲓⩽⛑ᮣ㾗㢜㮥⢔⡘㵖 㣡㟱⏧〈㱶ᮢ㨏ⓛ⧧㋨ザ☨ㄭ㗯⍙㬉ᱷ⍢㮜 㑌☨➂㷝㔈ᱨ/%6⏥⛱➂㷝㜡㽳⒯㺾⍋㎸㲚ᱨ㢦 㱖☧㱲㊳ᱨ⫕㷩㱲㊳㵘㱸⫒⪹⫉㐟Ⰵ㊹ᮣ㦆
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1st Prize – Mohd Rapik (RM1,000 cash) My Carnival Moment @ BSP menyeronokkan kerana dengan Penganjuran Karnival sebegini, ia akan mengeratkan lagi hubungan antara pemuda pemudi, kanak-kanak serta orang dewasa dalam semua Kaum. 2nd Prize – Gafaar Musar (RM500 cash) 3rd Prize – NC Muthu (RM300 cash) My Carnival moment @BSP menyeronokkan My Carnival Moment @ BSP is fun because kerana semua warga BSP dapat bersama it’s our wedding anniversary and we enjoy merasai kemeriahan dan keseronokan aktiviti spending time with kids...Thank you LBS! karnival dalam satu komuniti kejiranan yang erat dan ceria.
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Among the enhancements include anti–climb improving recreational features such as a fencing to increase security and peace of relaxing lakeside area and playground for mind; and the installation of eco-friendly LED quality family time are in the planning too. street lamps in line with the Group’s effort to More interconnections between the different YLK\JL LULYN` JVUZ\TW[PVU MVY [OL ILULÄ[ neighbourhoods are being explored. A Retail of the environment. Apart from that, LBS is Hub to serve the needs of BSP residents also in the process of upgrading the current has also been planned. The list goes on. four-lane main road to a six-lane road to When fully completed, Bandar Saujana Putra OLSW LHZL [OL [YHMÄJ JVUNLZ[PVU 0U SPNO[ VM will be the model township; a wholesome the growing BSP population, the expansion environment to raise your family. and greening of the Central Boulevard,
Buying a home for our families is one of the biggest ÄUHUJPHSKLJPZPVUTVZ[VM\Z^PSSL]LYTHRL0[PZMVY[OPZ very reason that we’ve designed Bandar Saujana Putra to be far more than just a roof over your head. In fact, it has been planned down to the minutest detail as a unique and entirely self-contained township. Anti-Climb Fencing Eco-friendly LED street lamps Upgrading of six-lane road
TOWNSHIP )HUKHY:H\QHUH7\[YH^HZÄYZ[JVUJLP]LKV]LYHKLJHKL ago, and over the past 10 years it has been built, phase IMPROVEMENT by phase, house by house with much attention and care. While nearly 80% of the township has already been developed, and a total of over 7,200 homes completed, our commitment to this rapidly maturing township is far from over. Plans are underway to further enhance the township.
Improving on recreational features Retail hub eg playground & recreational park
PARKING YOUR For both residents and investors, for a variety of 2. Good Investment INVESTMENT IN reasons, Bandar Saujana Putra is one of the most 4(/:( 12 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 13 NEWS & EVENTS 03 01 JOYOUS NEWS 04 TO THE BATU 03 Crowded Registration Area PAHAT RESIDENTS 04 Lion dance performance to welcome Johor Mentari Besar AS THE NEW YEAR 05 (From Left) LBS Managing Director - Dato’ Sri Lim Hock San, Johor Menteri Besar - Dato’ Seri APPROACHING Mohamed Khaled bin Nordin, Chairman of the Housing and Local Government of the State of Johor - Some 1,600 Affordable Datuk Haji Abdul Latiff 06 Massive audience witness Homes To Be Built at the opening ceremony of Batu Pahat Magma Garden 01 Johor Menteri Besar, At LBS, we set to deliver our promise of providing location in Bandar Putera Indah, offers excellent value Dato’ Seri Mohamed affordable homes this year. Hence, LBS has recently to homebuyers. Magma Garden is a 10-minute drive 㟺ⰽ⡘☇➟㣏 2OHSLKIPU5VYKPUVMÄJPH[LK launched Magma Garden in Bandar Putera Indah, away from Batu Pahat town, a mere 25 kilometre-drive the ceremony Batu Pahat for Malaysian residents in the affordable from the Yong Peng Toll and strategically located next 㻌≻㥭⌔⭧㯞 02 Show house visited by VIPs segment. to the major towns of Muar and Kluang for increased For more information convenience. 㢜㖯⮏Ⓒㇹᱨ㺤⻲⯼㔤⢚✂⡘☇➟㣏ᱨ〉⭅ ⒝⒴ⳟㅢ☺▕㻌≻㥭⒯㸖ᱨ⿁ⲿ㱨㊿㗏➱㷢㴢 pertaining to the application ;OLSH\UJOJLYLTVU`^HZVMÄJPH[LKI`1VOVY4LU[LYP 㟹㵀㑟⟐㺿㻌≻㥭㟺ⰽよ〄⭧㴖 0DJPD ⤇ᱨ㟜⥙ㅕ⌝⡽㚑⤇⿁☺▕⿳㋄⧧㻌 of the affordable homes, kindly Besar, Dato’ Seri Mohamed Khaled bin Nordin and Magma Garden comprises 1,658 single-storey terrace *DUGHQ ᱨ㬧㎫㑟⟐㺿㣣▙⒤ㅉ⛟㙱⥚ㄯ ≻㥭⼉▙㻙㮔⒯㸖ᮣ speak to us at: witnessed by LBS Managing Director, Dato’ Sri Lim OVTLZ WYPJLK HMMVYKHIS` MYVT 94 ;OL ÄYZ[ ⻮ㇹ⛃㾗㢜㥟㔋⭤⍢ᱨ⏌㱱/%6 ⛏㖼ⲿㅉ⛟ 㲣⼗ⰶ⫊㔦㎫☫⭝⡘☇➟㣏⭜ Hock San. phase comprising 612 units, which is currently open ⪆㎫⿱㣄わ㲂 for registration, have a gross built-up area of 1,022 㙱⼢⡁㓹⮑㺆ᮣ よ〄⭧㴖㔤㱸 ⢔☉␍㈉㣏☉㢭ᱨ㗕⭱㢜 “Affordability continues to be a main concern among sq. ft.; with each unit situated on a 20 ft. by 65 ft. 㠦⼺⭀ᮣ㗑㈾⛶㠖⤇☫⭝☨⤎㱸 ⢔☉㢭ᱨ O : 07-4388688 Malaysian homebuyers. However, the rise in the cost land area and a net built-up area of 900 sq. ft. Magma 㸆⢔➂㷝㦞ㅅ☨⼉⢔㝎♇㗁⡘☇⭱⢏⧧㔶⫆ ⯼㻠ギ⫕▕㊿➝Ⓡᱷょ⢔☉㢭㢜ᯁ T : 012-722 2942/2954 of raw materials and land prices pose challenges to Garden units offer a three bedroom, two bathroom ⍏⺉ᮣⱊ㗕 㠦⼺⭀☨よ〄⭧㴖㢭㲂⪢㽳⒯ᱨ 㱊Ⓡᱨ➂㷝㟵☼ギ⫕㗁 ㊿➝Ⓡᱨ 㣆㗌 㴇 W : www.lbs.com.my developers. Nevertheless, LBS strongly believes in layout which provides an ideal living space. ☼㢭㺥㱭㴣ᱨⰏ㟜⍏ⰱᱨ⤖⿼㸃㺝㩙 ➶㺵 㗌ᱨ㝗⤅ⶽ⒐㗠㗄☨㮵⳥ⶥ⭺ᮣ realizing the dreams of people owning a home. That is why LBS continues to build affordable homes and at The launching of the Magma Garden affordable the same time to support Johor government’s effort to homes received overwhelming support with build 28,000 units of low-cost and affordable houses approximately 1,000 guests present during the event. PU [OL \YIHU HYLHZ ^P[OPU [OL UL_[ Ä]L `LHYZ¹ ZHPK The registration of eligible affordable home applicants LBS Managing Director, Dato’ Sri Lim Hock San. held after the launching was followed by the balloting of home units. A designated area for bankers was Two main concerns among homebuyers today – also made available to provide applicants with loan affordability and convenience. The homes which are application services. selling from RM150,000 coupled with its strategic 02 05 06 14 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 15 PROPERTY | BANDAR PUTERA INDAH, BATU PAHAT Artist’s Impression Phase 2 is now open for registration Launching in 1st Quarter 2014 Project Overview Project Overview Type Double Storey Terrace Home :WLJPHS-LH[\YLZ,X\PWWLK^P[OH\[VNH[LJHISL Type Single Storey Terrace Home Ivory Rooms 4 bedrooms + 4 bathrooms air-cond & heater point Rooms 3 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms + 1 maid room 4VKLYUMHsHKL Total Units 1,416 Units Garden Total Units 1,016 Units 7YHJ[PJHSSH`V\[ Land Area 20’ x 65’ Land Area 22’ x 75’ -\SSÅVVY[PSLZMVYJHYWVYJOHYLH Bandar Putera Indah, Gross Built-Up 1,022 sq. ft. Gross Built-Up 2,728 sq. ft. )PNTHPUNH[LLHZ`MVYJHYZ[VWHYR Batu Pahat, Johor Selling Price RM150,000 Selling Price RM388,000 )PNJHYWVYJO»SLUN[O Bandar Putera Indah, Batu Pahat, Johor Land Tenure Freehold Land Tenure Freehold +Y` ^L[RP[JOLU All illustrations are for Artist’s Impression only 16 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 17 PROPERTY | CAMERON GOLDEN HILLS, CAMERON HIGHLANDS PROPERTY | KUANTAN, PAHANG Kuantan, the state capital of Pahang, developed residential area surrounded by strategically located on the east coast and 7HOHUN Z[H[L HKTPUPZ[YH[P]L VMÄJLZ 3): facing the South China Sea where all the foresees the potential of this fast growing business opportunities arisen. The vibrant, area which will provide great investment clean and punctuation of lush greenery opportunities for local investors, therefore that give Kuantan a refreshing countryside a brand new development is introduced to atmosphere in which it successfully public at this township. Sinaran Mahkota A NEW GREAT attracted many tourists to the town. The strategically located at Bandar Indera JP[` OHZ ILLU PU[YVK\JLK HZ 4HSH`ZPH ÄYZ[ Mahkota, it is mere 5 kilometers distance INVESTMENT :WLJPHS,JVUVTPJAVUL:,AHUKPKLU[PÄLK from Kuantan Town and 15 minutes as Malaysia-China Kuantan Industrial from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport, it Park (MCKIP) which is creating many accessible by East Coast Expressway via OPPORTUNITY jobs opportunity and economic spill-over Kuantan Interchange. The development activities for the place. With all the positive surrounded by many government institution elements and opportunities, many local such as Kumpulan Wang Simpanan IN KUANTAN investors and foreign expats have chosen Pekerja (KWSP), Kuantan Medical Centre Kuantan as the place to expand their (KMC), Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara (JPN), business plan. Kompleks Kementerian Hal Ehwal Dalam Negeri (KHEDN), and International Islamic Bandar Indera Mahkota, is another well- University of Malaysia (IIUM). Phase 1 (8.465 acres) Product type : 121 units of Two and Three Storey Shops ( 20’ X 72’ ) The shop design based on Mondrian element that enriching the building outlook by characterized with intersecting perpendicular lines and planes of primary colours. A stronger and better geometric abstraction art creation has ILLUIYV\NO[PU[V2\HU[HUMVY[OL]LY`ÄYZ[[PTL Phase 2 (4.175 acres) Proposed future development : SOHO Project Overview Type 3 Storey Semi-Detached House Type A 24 units Type B 26 units Cameron Golden Hills, Cameron Highlands Gross Built-up 4,385 sf Area All illustrations are for Artist’s Impression only 18 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 19 INTERNATIONAL 01 2013 泛珠三角超赛车节 大突破 01 ⤷㺼➷➷ㅉ㋲㗐⫒ 㗁➚㻋㑻Ⱋ⒔⭌㑺⒝Ⱞ㱝㱸▙⼋㟯㋈㩂⭧⬾☨ ⴋょ⒉㠦㍧㑉╴ᱨ⌴㋲㠭ㅰᱨ⒱⒌⿔⡽▕ᮣ 㦐⫒㈈㥲ⲽ⏴㮥ㅁ 㮥ㅰ 02 ➚㻋㑺⒝Ⱞ ゅ㝛⤴㽂⛪ ➚㻋㑺⒝Ⱞ㗁㻋⦽⥖⭠㑺⒝⒉╚☨㑺㖼ᮣ⺈ⲿ 㚞㽥㑺㖼⒱⒌ᱨ㮔㎳⏳➣☨ゅ㝛⒔⥙⭨ᱨ⥖ㅠ ㅰᱨ➚㻋㑻Ⱋ⒔⭌㑺⒝Ⱞ㵀ⱅㅰ㐟☧⏥㚏⒱⬾ᱨ✂ 㐦㠲ゅ㝛㑥㑉ス㑓⌔ᮢ⌝ⲻ㎠ㅰ⌔㮜⏸㲓⌔☤ᮣ㊿ 㦞㻙㮔㺚⍖⛞㱸㚱㟯㋈ᮣ ⴋ㥲⹂ᱨょ⭔⏳➣㑉㗷⌴㐣ㅰ㵜⒌ᮣ⢗⳯㺲⥖ 㐦㠲♛␓⫒⤕㬗㗍㚯⡁㑮㗷⳯ᱨ➚㻋㊹㈊㐩ㅰ╚㵒 ➚㻋㵀㺲⥖㑺⒝ⰻ㔪⳱㱘㦜⻲ᱨⰧ ㅰ⊚㑺ᱨⓥ ☨ゅ㝛⭱㺗╹ㅰ☨ ㍧㠦㑉ス⌾㮻㔋㷫☡ ⼗ㅰ⏸㑺☨⒝⛵ᱨㅰ⌔ッ☨⒝⛵㸗㑛㴣㎷㍿ ㅰ☨㍧ ⊇㠦㑉ス⌾ᱨ㵜⒌⟙⛪⒔⥙ᮣ ▙ᱨ㟠㖫㮜⢚⳱■⍙㩂ᮣ☉㵀ㅰ㎯⭔㑺ᱨ⌔ッ ⏸㑺☨⒝⼊㽼㗷ⳟ㟯㋈⼗⼊ᱨ⌴㠭ㅰ㟠㋜㵜⭩ 㵄㻜㔈⏸㲓 ᮣ ⱅㅰ☨㑺⒝Ⱞᱨ㴓㱸㵄㻜㔈⨆㝗⡽⼗㵄㻜⭌⍜ᱨ 㵄㻜㊹㈊㺐㠖ᱨ⪑⤶ッ㵄㻜☉㴐㑺㖼ᮣ╱㠖ᱨ㮜㵜 ⤷㺼㑩㾙⿔ ⭩⼗㨰☨㊹㈊㵄㻜㔈⭨ᱨ⊪⸶㺲㓹㥢⹂☫㮾⭆⡁㝎 ➚㻋㗊⒉㟺⤿㾗㮟㴣㎷⒱㗦ᱨⱅㅰ⤷㺼㑩⒉▕☡㊿ ㋽⒝ᱨ㦆ⱄ㵄㻜㗷✐⌴㠭ㅰ㵜⒌⒔⥙ᮣ 02 ⓥ⼗㔋㗰⭎㦞㟯㋈ᱨ➚㻋㮜㱸㑥㥲⭎㦞╚Ⳬ᮪᮪ ㋽⒝㢶⪇㦐⤴☨ㅠ㑛ᱨ㑥▙㽈㔶㗐㺨➝⒴㖷㑺⒝⧧⤡ ⛏⒝㷝☬ᮣ㟠㖫ᱨ➚㻋㮜㵀㔈㮟㎸㔤㺥⼗よ㖭Ⱚᮢ⼥ 㵜㔤㐩㨰㑺㖼 㖫⛃⒝㈠☤ᱨ㮜㵜㔤㣚㜞㬉ⓞ☬ᱨ▘㵒➚㻋⭤ㅰ ➚㻋ⱅㅰ㵜⭩㨰㦞ㅅ᮪᮪⨆㊱㮰㝪㷡㑺ᱨ㵀⥖⭠㑺 ⪂ᮣ ☤☨㥱㷑㺓☤㔋ᱨ㑁⹂㽴⢕⥖☨㊱㮰⒝㗐㮥㮥ⰣⲴᱨ 㟠㖫㮜≿⤷㺼☨㨹➼⧧㟪㑩⛪⸻☡㾎⡽♇ᱝ 㑺㖼㺓⏏㽿㦢⡽㎥ᱨ⤷㺼㗍ⴇ⢚㦝㗖ᱝ ⱅㅰᱨ➚㻋㑻Ⱋ⒔⭌㑺⒝Ⱞ☨㟯㋈⪑⏥㺛㲂╱ᮣ✚ 㔈㮟㎸⟁⡙⪇ ㅰᱨ➚㻋㑺㖼⯿⏧㑩☾㖨⢔ㅰ㟫ᱨ㸆⯿⪹㱸㽥 㢜⼗〄㾃⤷㺼☨㋜▣ᱨ➚㻋ⱅㅰ㵀⨍⒉㵜㔤⼗⢚✂⧧ 㖬ぼ㬥☨㟯㋈ㅞᱻ㎒㑁㣄わ㖽ㅅ㮾▣ᮣ 20 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 21 NEWS & EVENTS NEWS & EVENTS Review of Group performance For the three months ended 30 September 2013, the Group recorded LBS RECORDS WYVÄ[ILMVYL[H_7);VM94 TPSSPVUYLZWLJ[P]LS` 01 The improved PBT for the current quarter was mainly attributable to the RM358 MILLION gain arising from the disposal of 100 per cent equity interest in Lamdeal Consolidated Development Ltd and Lamdeal Golf & Country Club Ltd HUKWYVÄ[JVU[YPI\[PVUMYVT[OLVUNVPUNWYVQLJ[ZZ\JOHZ7LHYS=PSSH IN Q3 PBT Royal Ivory, Royal Ivory 2, Royal Garden, BSP Skypark, I Hub Puchong LBS AWARDED IN in Bandar Saujana Putra, D’ Island Residence and The Lake Residence in Puchong, Brinchang Square, The Vines and SomerSquare in Cameron Highlands and Min Garden in Batu Pahat. MALAYSIAN RESERVE PROPERTY PRESS AWARDS 2013 02 01 LBSLBS Executive DirectDirector,or, On 8 November 2013, LBS Bina Group Berhad was LBS Stock Price Performance CCynthiaynthia Lim is giving a awarded the Best Urban Scenic Development for its Stock Price Chart LBS(5789) 2013/11 speech ÅHNZOPW OPNOLUK KL]LSVWTLU[ +» 0ZSHUK 9LZPKLUJL 02 Group photo by the Malaysian Reserve for the Property Press 03 Prize presentation by The Awards 2013. The award ceremony took place at Ritz Malaysian Reserve’s Group Editor, Mr Habhajan Singh Carlton hotel, Kuala Lumpur. 04 Balvia @ D’ Island Residence 04 03 ;YLTLUKV\ZNYV^[OVM JVTWHYLK[VÄUHUJPHS`LHYLUK Dec 2012 : RM 0.83 | Nov 2013 : RM 1.66 West Wing, Level 13, 7YVZWLJ[ZMVY[OLJ\YYLU[ÄUHUJPHS`LHY Berjaya Times Square, No 1, Jalan Imbi, Trading Idea 55100 Kuala Lumpur Property For Internal Circulation Only Tel: (03) 21171888 (Member of Alliance Bank group) KDN PP8927/07/2013(032977) Fax: (03) 21427678 24 September 2013 PP7766/03/2013 (032116) LBS Bina Group Non-rated “LBS experienced yet another positive LBS Bina Group Bhd 'ůŝŵƉƐĞƐŽĨƚŚĞŚŝŶĞƐĞZŝǀŝĞƌĂ 18 July 2013 Property Bloomberg Ticker: LBS MK | Bursa Code: 5789 Company Update Highlights: Analyst Bernard Ching On the cusp of dividend upswing quarter over July through September i 3-day Visit to Zhuhai - We joined a 3-day visit to Zhuhai along with 6 other analysts BUY [email protected] and 6 fund managers and LBS’ management - Executive Director Mr. Alan Chia, +603 2604 3918 The part disposal of LBS Bina’s Zhuhai land for HKD1.65bn is coming to a closure in a few days which will put its financial position on firmer footing going forward. Together with 2013. The Group has been particularly Current Price RM 1.85 Company Secretary Ms. Doris Lee and Investor Relations Manager Mr. Victor Lim. improving earnings visibility from its Malaysian property businesses, we expect LBS Bina to Target Price RM 2.49 We came back more upbeat about LBS’ prospects in China as it gave us a better Key stock information formalise a dividend policy soon and declare a special dividend. For FY13, we estimate a Syariah-compliant? Yes net yield of 6.6% vs 1.3% in FY12. This is expected to be sustainable over the next 4 years active in delivering on our promises of understanding of its upside potential that can be unlocked in near future. LBS has Current price (as at 17 July) 1.45 as it receives the remaining proceeds from the sale of Zhuhai land. We estimate a fair value Market Cap (RM m) 557.4 of RM1.87 based on 45% discount to RNAV of RM3.40, implying a 29% upside. now emerged as a substantial shareholder in Zhuhai Holdings Investment Group Shares outstanding (m) 384.4 Free float (%) 41.9 (ZHIG) Limited with a 16.78% equity stake. affordable offerings. LBS continues to 52-week high / low (RM) 1.45 / 0.81 Last mile of asset disposal to unlock value of Zhuhai landbank ¾ LBS Bina is in the final stage of disposing 535 of its 799 acres landbank in Zhuhai, i Zhuhai City - Zhuhai is located on the southern coast of Guangdong province in the 3-mth avg volume ('000) 4,057.1 Key Statistics 3-mth avg turnover (RM m) 4.7 Province of Guangdong, China which will unlock significant value. Approval of echo the efforts of the state and central People’s Republic of China (PRC) with population of 1.7m. Zhuhai is one of the five shareholders of LBS Bina and the buyer, Zhuhai Holdings, are expected to be procured at Bloomberg Ticker LBS MK Share price performance EGMs on this Thursday (Zhuhai Holdings) and Friday (LBS Bina). Living in the hustle & bustle Klang Valley worthy of it majestic concept. Special Economic Zones in the PRC, established by Chinese Central Government in Masa Ticker / Stock Code LBS/5789 1M 3M 6M ¾ Sales proceeds of HKD1.65bn (RM681.3m) will be satisfied by a combination of cash Absolute (%) 15.1 57.6 66.7 government to increase house ownership Shares Issued (m) 457.8 1980 in the same manner as Shenzhen in 1978. Zhuhai’s industries are primarily in (30.3%), shares in Zhuhai Holdings (18.2%) and promissory notes payable progressively Relative (%) 14.0 50.3 56.6 over next 4 years (51.5%). often exposes people to concrete buildings the light-manufacturing sector: electronics, information technology, home +» 0ZSHUK 9LZPKLUJL VMÄJPHSS` SH\UJOLK PU Market Capitalisation (RM’m) 837.7 ¾ LBS Bina will realise a net exceptional gain of RM309.3m, implying 65% or 75 sen electrical appliances, petrochemicals, power supply and bio-pharmaceuticals. accretion to its net asset per share of RM1.16 as of 31 Dec 2012. among Malaysian homebuyers. Following 52 Week Hi/Lo Price (RM) 1.97/0.83 Share price chart H I\Z` [YHMÄJÄSSLK LU]PYVUTLU[ SP]PUN September 2011, is set on 175-acres of our latest affordable development launched on an island may be a farfetched idea. natural terrain surrounded by a 1,000 acre Property Devt & InvtMalaysia in Johor, Batu Pahat residents will have August 1, 2013 However, this has materialized in Puchong. lake. Promoting a resort-lifestyle complete more choices of home in the affordable 16 August 2013 | Small-cap highlights with modern conveniences, the development LBS Bina Group NOT RATED LBS MK / LBSB.KL Non-rated | Fair Value: RM1.95 segment,” said LBS Managing Director, Current RM1.33 LBS Bina Group Market Cap Avg Daily Turnover Free Float Target N/A Strong position to expand land bank LBS’ D’ Island Residence stands out this PZKP]PKLKPU[VÄ]LaVULZUHTLS`+»0ZSHUK US$159.2m US$1.36m 49.1% Prev. Target N/A INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS Dato’ Sri Lim Hock San. RM516.4m RM4.23m 395.3 m shares Up/Downside N/A Conviction| • Disposal of China operation will improve gearing, cash flow year, not just because it brought island living North Coast, South Coast, West Coast, East RETURN STATS visibility – leads to acquisition of strategic landbank CIMB Analyst(s) • Potentially higher dividend yield th Still deeply undervalued Price (15 Aug 2013) RM1.88 • Plans to exercise option to acquire Zhuhai International Racing to the urban landscape but it also created Coast and Northwest Coast. Each coast has /%6KDVILQDOO\UHUDWHGDIWHUDORQJVOXPEHUGULYHQE\WKHVDOHRILWV Target Price RM1.95 &KLQDODQGEDQN7KHUHDUHPRUHFDWDO\VWVLQWKHSLSHOLQHLQFOXGLQJ Circuit for USD1 • Currently the Group is having 18 on-going SRWHQWLDOVSHFLDOGLYLGHQGV UDPSXSRI0DOD\VLDQRSHUDWLRQV DQG Fair value: RM1.95 based on PER method; valuation based on Expected Share Price +3.70% an outstanding scenic landscape that is its own distinctive concept. IXUWKHUXQORFNLQJRILWVILQDO&KLQDDVVHW RNAV will be higher Return ²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²²² LBS Bina is trading at a 74% discount dividend plus the normal dividend projects and unbilled sales of approximately Terence WONG, CFA Good track record for the past few years: LBS Bina Group Berhad Expected Dividend T (60) 3 2084 9689 to its fully diluted RNAV/share of should provide investors an annual +5.27% E [email protected] RM5.05. Applying the same 40% net dividend yield of 6-7%. This will (LBS)’s property sales and unbilled sales have been on a rising trend Yield st discount we used in our last note on be significantly higher than the 3-4% since 2009. LBS secured total sales of RM351m as at 31 July 2013 which RM732 million as at 31 October 2013. Expected Total the company in 2012, which is wider range for property developers under accounted for 40% of their sales target for FY13. We believe sales should +8.97% than the maximum 30% discount our coverage. LBS will use the bulk of Return pick up for the rest of the year with more launches. LBS planned to launch Company Visit Expert Opinion used for bigger market cap property the China land sale proceeds to pare Channel Check Customer Views stocks under our coverage we derive down gearing and to replenish its RM1.2b worth of projects. 22 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 23 NEWS & EVENTS NEWS & EVENTS 黄家定呼吁广东商界共同促进双边投资 01 协助完成两国《五年规划》目标 㣄⥖㗑㦐⛶⪂㝎㖳⭼⿷㺲㔈㣣㖼⪹㻙㥟☈㙱⪞⭨⛊㲂 㴨㑓㗖㬧ⓞ㥟ᱤ㺲⥖ᱥ⤿⛍⿷⹂㣩㫳㙣⍋㋵㮟 ⭨㖼⪹⪹㯓⏌➂⍙㬉㙭ᱨ᮶㺣ㅰ⿷⹂㣩㫳᮪㺲 ⥖㸢⡌ⲿほ⧩㾗ㅰ⥂⪆᮷㗁⿷㺲⼉⥖ⲿほ⧩㾗☨㺺㮔㸢 ␉㩂㢶⮔ᱨ⏌⨎㲝⤿⛍㔈ⰻ⫕⭁㦜㱎⼉⥖㸢⡌☨⧟㷽ᱨ⤎ 㟠╿ⱌ㙣⍋㟪㽪ᱨ㮾⍏㨛㻜⥖⭨㵀㴊⛊㋜㦎ㅠ㠞⒱㽼✐ 㯄よ㴐☨㙣⍋ほ㯁ㅅ⍖ᮣ 㸆㦞㔈㣣㜩㗁㈨⧩⤿⛍⿷⹂㣩㫳㙣⍋㋵㮟⭨㖼⪹ㅰ⛪ ⪹㯓ᱨ㱱⤿⛍㖛ほ╿⪹ᮢ⿷⹂㣩㫳⤿⛍㟪㽪╿ⱌ㽼㔈⪹⧧ 㺲⥖⿷⹂㣩㫳㔈⪹ᱤ⤿⛍➶⪹ᱥ⧩㻙⊚ᱨ㢜⤿⛍㖛ㅠ⼉ LBS-SPONSORED ANUGERAH ⥖㋵㮟ⰻ☨ㅰ⛪㺺♇⫆⛑ᮣ⿷⹂㣩㫳⤿⛍㟪㽪╿ⱌ㽼㔈⪹ ⪹⒌⭼㺲⥖⿷⹂㣩㫳㔈⪹⤿⛍➶⪹⪹⒌ㅉ⛟㙱⼢⡁㓹㵀 HIJAU GREEN SPACE 2013 㺤╰㖫⍙㖸ᱨ⿷㺲⼉⥖☨ⲿほ㠭⹂㴣⹂㴣㺺㮔ᱨ㚳⼸☠☨ ⼉⢔㔈⪹㾉㺑ⓥ⼗㢜㝗㔹⼉☼㟪㽪⊕㬉㎅⼆Ⱋ㓧ᱨ㮜㢜⼉ ⥖㋵㮟ⰻᮢ㝎⍜㗁㵀⤿⛍☨⿷⹂㣩㫳㔈ⰻ㝗⤅⼗⢚✂⩽㦐 WINNERS ANNOUNCED 㲓⪹■⍙㵀⪹㯓㍰▙⧩㷹ᮣ㍰㈉㾓㋲ᱶ⒪㎯㬑⪹⒌ᮢ☈㙱⪞⭨⛊ᮢㅉ⛟㙱⼢⡁㓹ᮣ 㥥☨⫒⪹ᱨ㸆㗁㝎⍜㸈⥏☨⏩➶ᱨ⏌Ⓒㇹ⯿⭢㩦⊕㬉⧝ 㔈㣣㎅⼆☨Ⱋ㓧ᮣ 01 (From left) Law Lu Sun, 2nd Following the comprehensive workshop, LBS and The winners are:- runner-up winner, Yasmin the judges had a hard time on selecting the best 1st prize winner Rasyid, President and Z\ITPZZPVU HUK ÄUHSS` [OL [VW ^PUULYZ ^LYL Chong Kai Zhen Founder of EcoKnights, announced for Anugerah Hijau - Green Space Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) student 福联会一家亲 凝聚同胞力量 Cynthia Lim, LBS Executive 2013, a programme sponsored by LBS. “Play” Farm Garden Director, Chong Kai Zhen, 㙣㥚㠲⡁⯼⪹⤹㲂 㴨㑓㬓㎫㺾ㅰ⭣ㅴᱨ ╱㠖ᱨ⡁▙⪹ⱌ㨾㑥㥲ᱶ 㴨㑓ᱶ㎠ㅰ㟹▙⪹ 1st prize winner, Ayyub Isa ⤎㍧ッ⹂㽴⢕☼☨⡁⯼⪹⤹⒱㴗㱣㴤ⓞ㥟㟠 Ibrahim and Amy Fadzillah Chong Kai Zhen, a student from USM defeated 1st runner-up winner 36 other entries and became the champion with Ayyub Isa Ibrahim & Amy Fadzillah Ibrahim ⪎㎬ᱨ㟠㖫㮜⿱⪹㴗㺐⭺☨⡮㎩ᮣ㙣㥚 㴨㑓ᱶ⡜ㇲ㾉▙⪹ ⤴㨲㑳㗀ㇲ㩂ᱨ⏌㝗 Ibrahim, 1st runner-up winner. his submission “Play” Farm Garden. He walked Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) students 㠲⡁⯼⪹⤹⪹⒌ㅉ⛟㙱⼢⡁㓹㵀㺤╰㖫㝎 ⤅㗄☕☨㨛㻜ᮣ 02 Stomp The Rhythm away with a cash prize of RM5,000, the champions Green Thumb Park ⍜⡮⬺㚳☨⡖㎗ᱨㅉ⛟㙱⼢ㅄ㔶☨㬤㲥㺐 performing at the opening trophy and a three-month internship in a reputable ✙ᱨ⏌⡮✙㦗㥽㍰⌞☨㺚☠ᱨ⡜ㇲ㾉㲓㎠ㅰ of the Anugerah Hijau 2013 HYJOP[LJ[ÄYTHYYHUNLKI`3): 2nd runner-up winner Awards Ceremony 㟹☨㺉Ⓘᱨ㢜㙣㥚㠲⡁⯼⪹⤹▘⧝⫑╇ᱨ㑁 Law Lu Sun LBS Executive Director Ms. Cynthia Lim Mooi Pang Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) student ⪹⤹㸆ㅰ⹂㮾ㆃⳭ㦗㎗ᮣ☕㠡ⓥ⼗㱸⟁ personally congratulate the winners and present =PL^PUN;V^LY]LY[PJHSLJVÄS[LY ⡙☨⡁⯼⭧乀ᱨ⡡⪹⤹㮜㬧㎫$6752⪎㥢㜞 the trophy and cash prizes to the winners at the 㱱ⓗ㢡⪹㻙㥟⭼㙣㥚㠲⡁⯼㎠ㅰ㟹㟹⒌⼢⻮ⰰ㦗 㮿㑉㢜▙⭨⒲㦇⢆㣚⍙㬉ᱨ㵜㝣㠡㬓⪎㋺ prize presentation ceremony held at The Square, All the submissions went through a stringent 㥽㵟㚅⭣ㅴ㊹⢖ㅁ⭤⍢▙⿷⡁⪹㽼⪹⒌ㅉ⛟ ➵ᮣ ㎱⏰⭩㦗⒌ᱨ㱱▙⿷⡁㎠㽼㟹⒌㠦㨾㦗㥽㈧ Publika. evaluation and were judged based on the usage of 㟠ᮣ ZWHJLÄ_[\YLZHUKM\YUPZOPUNTH[LYPHSZPUJS\KPUN the percentage of recycled materials used as well 㴨 㑓ᱶ⡁⪹⒋ㅰ■⍙▙⪹ as the relevance of the proposed space. 02 㱱㙣㥚㠲⡁⯼⪹⤹⡜ㇲ㾉㻙㥟ㅉ⛟⼢み㾊㦗ⰷ㵟 㚅⭣ㅴ㊹⢖ㅁ⭤⍢▙⿷⡁⪹㗪㽼⪹⒌㺅Ⰱ 㙦㦗⒌ᱨ㱱▙⿷⡁⡜㻙㥟⒪⺄➲㦗ⰷ㈧㟠ᮣ ㎐☔⢀㮱㖷㎬㽃㺾ㅰ⭣ㅴᱷ㾓㋲㢜ㅉ⛟㎱⏰ Previous Issue article ⭩ᱨㅉ⛟㙱⼢ㅄ㔶ᱨ㺲⥖㽄⿷▙㖳⤹⼸㖼⏸㵄 on Anugerah Hijau ㅉ⛟㙱⼢ㅄ㔶ᱤ㱺㮥ᱥ㵀ㅁ㮱㖷㔋㦇㗣➈ᮣ ⼢⛑⧧ㅉ⛟㙱⼢⡁㓹䁖䃏ᮣ ⼢ㅄ㔶㵀᮰⡁㮥⭨㎗᮱㸆⟙㗣➈㔋㢜᮰⡁᮱㽶 - Green Space ♇㔋㾎⨍㮥♇ᱨ㦣㸛㽥⪅⽆♇Ⲹ㺐㯌㯏ᮣ㾓㋲㢜 @ Journey with LBS #4 ▙⪹ⓗ㢡⪹㻙㥟⼢⻮ⰰᱨ⡁⪹㽼゠㗣㩛⡁⹂ᱨ ッ㲦㽼⪹⒌ㅉ⛟㖣⒗㐩ᱨ㱨ⳕッ㲦㽼⪹⒌☈㙱 㺅⡁⒱ᱨ⡏㽼⪹⒌⭼㙣㥚㠲⡁⯼⪹⤹⪹⒌ㅉ⛟㙱 ⼢⡁㓹⭆㽼⪹⒌ㅉ⛟㎱⏰⭩ᮣ read more on next page... 24 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 25 03 The Award ceremony continued with Q&A SESSION WITH an interview session where the winners ANUGERAH HIJAU shared about the concept behind the GREEN SPACE 2013 WINNERS designs, what they wanted to express in their design, and what they learnt from the workshop. 03 Group photo of the Green Determination, creativity and the ability to Q: What did you learn from the workshop? Space winners, EcoKnights dream big proved to be a winning formula Lu Sun: The workshop was very interesting. Yasmin Rasyid and LBS team for the deaf student from Universiti Sains I met a lot of people from different 04 Chong Kai Zhen, the Malaysia (USM) who designed a ‘Play’ Farm backgrounds. It was very inspiring because champion with his winning Garden. the mentors shared a lot of ideas on how design of “Play” Farm Garden to recycle unwanted materials. E.g. glass 05 Ayyub Isa Ibrahim and Amy Q: Can you explain the concept behind louvers to make a house / feature wall. After Fadzillah Ibrahim, 1st runner- your design? the workshop, I began to think twice before up winner with their winning ;OLÄYZ[Y\UULY\W^HZ[OL[LHTMVYTLKI`(``\I talents. On behalf of LBS, I congratulate the winners Kai Zhen: My design’s key features include a throwing anything. design of Green Thumb Park Isa Ibrahim and Amy Fadzillah Ibrahim, both from on a job well done. We look forward to more exciting NYLLU^HSS^OPJOM\UJ[PVUZHZHUHPYW\YPÄLY 8!(YL`V\HSSPU`V\YÄUHS`LHYZ& 06 Law Lu Sun, 2nd runner- USM. They received RM2,500 for their Green ideas in the coming years.” source of oxygen to improve productivity and a healthier environment all together. An Lu Sun: 2nd year up winner with her winning Thumb Park design. Meanwhile, the second runner- design of Vertical Eco Filter innovative basketball court with hoops and up, Law Lu Sun of UPM received RM1,000 for her Initiated in 2009, Anugerah Hijau 2013 is organized backboards of different heights cater to Kai Zhen, Amy and Ayyub: 3rd year (interior design of a Vertical Eco Filter. In addition, they I` UVU WYVÄ[ VYNHUPaH[PVU ,JVRUPNO[Z P[ PZ HPTLK residents of different ages. This is in line with design) ^LYLHSSH^HYKLKH[YVWO`JLY[PÄJH[LLJVMYPLUKS` to empower Malaysian youths, between the ages the competition’s theme to create “Liveable Q: Is there anything you would like to say? products and book vouchers. of 18 and 29, to think outside the box in solving Spaces” for areas in need of a new breath 1st Runner-Up Winner: Ayyub Isa Ibrahim Kai Zhen: I feel very happy with this environmental issues such as sustainable fashion, of life. and Amy Fadzillah Ibrahim, USM achievement and glad to be able to share my Commenting on the success of Anugerah Hijau, LBS (Green Thumb Park) NYLLUHYJOP[LJ[\YLHUKLU]PYVUTLU[HSÄSTTHRPUN ideas for a greener tomorrow. Managing Director, Dato’ Sri Lim Hock San said, The competition initially started with two main “It is very encouraging to see our youth stepping categories namely, Green Film and Green Fashion. Q: Can you describe the elements you Law Lu Sun: I would like to say thank you up to take ownership in developing solutions for a The Green Space category which was introduced in have incorporated into your designs? very much to LBS because the competition better tomorrow. We are proud to be a part of this 2012 challenges participants to design recreational Amy: There is a tyre, which is actually a is sponsored by a developer. I am so happy home for plants, creating a vertical garden. platform Anugerah Hijau has created in partnership areas in townships by incorporating recycled or ‘up- because we have a chance to talk to the This is something new that cannot be found developer face to face and ask them to give with EcoKnights to showcase the ideas of our local cycled’ materials into their creations. anywhere else in the world. We used old tyres some recreational space for the community. and old bicycle parts to make it rotatable for 04 05 children because children are not that tall. The plants can be rotated using the gears. Q: What did you learn from the workshop? Ayyub: Yes, actually that gave us the idea when we were designing our space. It saves cost and it looks nice. I think old things last longer. The workshop inspired us to keep going. We were given three months to complete the design. But in USM, we have to undergo industrial training in our second year so we didn’t have much time to work on our design. But the inspirational speech by the mentor kept us going. We made the model house using recyclable materials, 06 even chocolate / candy wrappers. Winner: Chong Kai Zhen, USM Amy: Reusing is better than recycling. (“Play” Farm Garden) Q: Can you explain the concept behind Q: Where did you get the inspiration for your design? your design? Lu Sun: The concept came from an Ayyub: The concept is education. I watched abandoned area behind my house. various shows on the discovery channel and Many people throw away the balance of one of the most inspiring people is Winston construction materials, unwanted timber, Churchill. He said we shape our buildings, tiles or bricks after renovating their homes. thereafter they shape us. So from there I I thought of building a tower located at the 2nd Runner-Up: Law Lu Sun, UPM decided I wanted to educate people on how side. This tower will be a steel-structured (Vertical Eco Filter) to make the world a greener place. staircase and all the materials used are from the renovated house. 26 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 27 NEWS & EVENTS LBS IN NEWS FOR CSR & EVENT [2ND] LBS HOMES REFLECT STYLISH [1ST ] LIVING FOR VARIOUS SEGMENT AT STAR PROPERTY FAIR LBS CHIPS IN AT KIWANIS Attractive Incentives Offered for the ANNUAL CARNIVAL Homebuyers and Investors Over RM 95,000 Raised To Sustain The Centre Operation LBS showcased its popular year, LBS aims to make developments namely stylish living accessible It was a meaningful day on the 22rd September East; sale of handicraft items; a jumble sale; BSP Skypark (Bandar to different property [OLM\UHUKSH\NO[LYÄSSLK[OL2P^HUPZ+V^U charity hair cutting and face painting. It was Saujana Putra), Barrington segments be it affordable, Syndrome Foundation - National Centre (KDSF- truly heart-warming to discover that the event Square (Cameron Golden medium or high-end. In NC) as LBS chipped in as one of the volunteers successfully raised over RM95,000 which will Hills), Balvia, Nautilus as addition to the attractive for the Kiwanis Annual Food and Fun Fair. enable the centre to continue providing a brighter well as bungalow lands incentives available, future to children with Down Syndrome. (D’ Island Residence) at our inspiring living Themed “Down Here And Everywhere”, the the Stylish Living Property spaces and amenities event was open to the public through the joint LBS has been a strong supporter of the various Fair by StarProperty.my within and surrounding effort and support from corporates, friends, staff, activities organised by the Kiwanis Down which held from 8 to 10 our developments are parents and students of KDSF-NC. A variety Syndrome Foundation (KDSF) for the past 6 years. November 2013 at Kuala expected to meet the of activities were organized at the fair which The Group shares KDSF’s passion of enriching Lumpur Convention demands of homebuyers included various food stalls selling international communities and has to date contributed a total Centre. and investors alike,” said cuisines from America, Europe to the Middle of RM315,000. LBS Managing Director, “In line with the theme of Dato’ Sri Lim Hock San. starproperty.my fair this [3RD] LBS HELPS CHS TO ACHIEVE ANOTHER MILESTONE New block of building to cater for the needs of additional space Following the fund raising Chairman Dato’ Sri Lim Hock project which was held on San. LBS has supported 2 August 2013, the plan to Catholic High School PJ by construct a new block building donating RM300,000 to help in Catholic High School PJ has provide a brighter future for ÄUHSS`RPJRLKVMMVU +LJLTILY the children. On top of that, the 2013 with the ground breaking school had also just installed ceremony - a blessing offered 180Kwh solar PV panels which by Rev Fr Albert Tan from enables the school to save on Church of St Francis Xavier the monthly electricity bills. HUK VMÄJPH[LK I` [OL )VHYK 28 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 29 NEWS & EVENTS 01 HIGHLIGHTS OF THE NIGHT LBS CLOSES 2013 WITH ‘THE MAD HATTER’ MEDIA NIGHT 01 Talents of the night LBS Thanks Media For 02 LBS Managing Director, Dato’ Sri Lim Hock San Communicating Group’s Messages expressed his thank you speech On the 6th December 2013, LBS closed the year our messages clearly, which in turn has allowed us 03 Guest without headgear with a big bash to thank the media for their support to position LBS as a serious player in the property was being hatted at the entrance by the committee throughout 2013. Themed ‘The Mad Hatter’, the market. And for that, I sincerely thank you. So tonight 04 Top Hat Award, Venus Ng party was attended by media representatives we celebrate together because we acknowledge from The Malay Mail from a wide cross-section of media. The evening’s and value of this relationship. As 2013 draws to a gloomy weather did not dampen the enthusiasm JSVZL^LYLÅLJ[VU[OL`LHY»ZTPSLZ[VULZ;VUPNO[»Z of guests who came in full force with unique hats theme was inspired by the many ‘hats’ or roles we ILÄ[[PUN[OLUPNO[»Z[OLTL(UKMVY[OVZL^OV^LYL all need to play to solve challenges and achieve our [VVI\Z`[VÄUKZVTL[OPUN[VZ\P[[OL[OLTL3): goals. It is indeed a great way to end an eventful provided a variety of hats so that no one would be year,” said Dato’ Sri Lim. left out in the fun. Guests were treated to a sumptuous food and LBS Managing Director, Dato’ Sri Lim Hock unlimited beverage and exciting lucky draw San was present and dressed for the occasion giveaways which were announced throughout the with a handmade hat. In his opening address, evening. To add to the excitement, LBS organised he expressed deep gratitude to the media for a few interactive games as a ‘mixer’, to strengthen their continuous support. “The media is such an the bond between the media and LBS personnel. important stakeholder and a critical component of our success. You have helped us communicate Oh, What a night! 02 03 04 30 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 31 LIFESTYLE | FENG SHUI FENG SHUI FOR 2014: YEAR OF THE WOOD HORSE As the slow and lethargic energy takes leave with the Water Snake (2013), 2014 will be H`LHYÄSSLK^P[O]P[HSP[`L_JP[LTLU[HUKZ[YLUN[O that is associated with the Wood Horse. However, before one gallops headlong into adventure, it is important to know what to encourage and what to avoid for 2014 in terms of Feng Shui to ensure a smoother year ahead for you. The Qi on a property is governed by the relevant grid or sector on your plan. Then, VMÄJLLU]PYVUTLU[H]VPK\ZPUN[OPZZLJ[VY stars and the Forms. By knowing what stars do the same with the other directions. Once even for conferences and meetings as it will reside in which sectors of the property, completed, you will able to use these 9 Grids only result in bad outcomes. If this cannot you will be able to decide on how to best to identify the auspicious and inauspicious to avoided, it is best to sit with your back utilise or avoid areas of your property by sectors in your property, and pinpoint the against this sector in order negate its ill understanding the potential or weakness of location of your Main Door. effects. each sector based on the nature of energies present. Forms govern how Qi, which are (UU\HS(MÅPJ[PVUZ The 3 Killings Star concerns mostly determined by the stars, reacts at any given Energies present on a property are not with serious loss of wealth and material time. Good forms enhance the quality of exactly consistent and will change locations possessions due to theft, burglary, mishaps a positive star and counteract negative and directions annually coinciding with and accidents. In some extremes, it may energies while bad forms aggravate [OL 3\UHY 5L^ @LHY ;OLYL HYL ZWLJPÄJ result in health issues and complications. Feng Shui by Dato’ Joey Yap negative stars and nullify good energies. directions which are generally marked as This year it takes its place in the North 7SV[`V\Y)HAP7YVÄSPUN*OHY[MVYFREE at inauspicious due to the fact they bear ill- sector so take care to avoid any activity www.joeyyap.com/lbs2014 )LMVYL`V\JHU[HWPU[V[OLILULÄJPHS8PVY effects. here and to keep it as quiet as possible. Dato’ Joey Yap is the leading Feng Shui, BaZi identify the stars and energies which will and Face Reading consultant in Asia. He is PUÅ\LUJL`V\YWYVWLY[`[OYV\NOV\[[OL`LHY The Grand Duke Star takes residence in the Throughout the year, the most dangerous an international speaker, bestselling author of you must identify the location of your Main South 2 sector for 2014. This is considered sector which must be avoided at all cost over 120 books and master trainer in Chinese Door and the various directional sectors of a highly inauspicious Star so it is imperative is the Northwest sector. Unstable Qi is Metaphysics. He is also the Chief Consultant of the property using the 9 Grids method. To that you do not activate this sector as it present as the Five Yellow Star takes Joey Yap Consulting Group and founder of the do this, you will need a simple compass and may bring about a string of misfortunes residence here this year. If avoidance is not Mastery Academy of Chinese Metaphysics. `V\YWYVWLY[`ÅVVYWSHU6UP[KYH^HI` ranging from accidents to health issues possible, then steps must be taken in order grid as illustrated in this example: to the people staying in this property. To to neutralise its effects by placing metal avoid inadvertently activating this sector, objects made of brass, iron or copper in Locate the center point of your property avoid any renovation or ground breaking this sector. Take note it is highly important and from there, establish the North direction works here. Whenever possible, spend as to postpone any renovation plans you might using the compass and mark it on the little time as possible in this sector. In an have concerning this area to the following 32 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 33 year. If this cannot be avoided, then you avoided lest you incur the “Wrath of the Grand Duke Star. Again, take care to must select an auspicious date in order to Grand Duke”. The latter is the other name avoid any ground breaking activities or proceed. for the Year Breaker Star and as the name renovations in this sector. Refrain from implies, it can bring about undesirable making any loud noises such as blasting The North 2 sector is another sector to be consequences more severe than the T\ZPJVYÄYLJYHJRLYZPU[OPZZLJ[VY [OLYL HYL [^V THQVY HMÅPJ[PVUZ SVJH[LK PU or other academic endeavours and bring this year. As implied, occupants who use this this sector, which are the Three Killings and about improved opportunities at wealth and sector will suffer from health related issues or Year Breaker. Be extra cautious in terms of work. You may however, want to pay attention even injuries. Pregnant women should avoid using this sector and avoid any unnecessary to the presence of any external Forms which using this sector altogether as its negative renovations which may aggravate these two exude strong Yang energies such as bodies energies could carry grave consequences on HMÅPJ[PVUZ of water or highways. If it is visible from this their delicate condition. Its ill effects can be sector it can result in complicated emotional minimized by placing items made of bronze, Properties with the Main Door at the issues and depression. copper, pewter or brass in the East sector. Northwest sector are at odds this year with Despite its negative impact, the star can also the Five Yellow Star. Owners need not fret Main Doors located in the South sector will ILILULÄJPHSK\L[V[OL0UKPYLJ[>LHS[O:[HY however because it just implies that you ILULÄ[ P[Z VJJ\WHU[Z PU [OL MVYT VM NVVK which represents lucrative returns from real will have to avoid any form of redecorating, ÄUHUJPHS NHPUZ MYVT JHYLLY I\ZPULZZ VY estate and investment ventures. Main Doors renovation or construction works in this investments. The #8 White Star makes its home which opens out to an unobstructed wide area. Even minor things such as hammering, here this year and it signals smooth sailing for VWLUZWHJL^PSSSHYNLS`ILULÄ[MYVT[OPZ drilling or anything which will raise the noise any wealth-related endeavours. Expect also level for this sector should be kept away lest better recognition and advancement in your Due to the presence of the #7 Red Star, a you trigger the Five Yellow’s negative effects. career, especially if you have been working Main Door located in the Northeast Sector In fact, it may be more advisable to keep all hard before to prove yourself. The presence could spell potential misunderstanding and activities away from this sector. If your home of the Grand Duke Star in the South 2 sector miscommunication with the people around has more than one Main Door, you may want OV^L]LYJHUTHRL[OPUNZKPMÄJ\S[ZVKVUV[ you – on top of other issues like internal to avoid this one for the rest of the year. undertake any renovations here this year. sabotage and hidden agendas which could Properties with the Main Door in the West Be careful as well of negative Forms present stunt your personal and professional growth. sector will gain the advantage of the #6 externally here, as it could stunt growth and As the Robbery Star is also present here, the White Star and that means a boost in career, progress for the property’s occupants. risk of theft and burglary runs high for any reputation and other prospects. Regular Main Doors located in the Northeast sector usage of this sector in 2014 will bring Unless you are in a fast-paced profession, so it may wise to take extra precaution. Sharp markedly improved opportunities, especially like lawyers, sales executives or athletes, edges which points directly at Northeastern if you are in the military, academic or sports you may want to avoid using your Main Main Doors could further aggravate the ÄLSK ;OVZL PU SLHKLYZOPW VY THUHNLTLU[ Door if it is located in the Southeast sector. situation by resulting in injury or surgery for YVSLZ^PSSILULÄ[PU[LYTZVMPUJYLHZLK^PZKVT The #3 Jade Star is present this year here occupants of the property. On the other and foresight. Businesses on premises with a and where it resides, there is bound to hand, the presence of a pleasant looking hill Main Door located in this sector will see an IL JVUÅPJ[Z TPZ\UKLYZ[HUKPUNZ NVZZPWZ TLHUZ `V\ ^PSS OH]L [OL ILULÄ[ VM Z\WWVY[ enhancement in terms of networking and and backstabbings. Its energies represent from behind-the-scenes. tactical skills. Be wary however, that the #6 dynamism, aggression and resoluteness. The White Star is not triggered by negative Forms aforementioned group however will be able With this information, you will be able to reap such as tall structures visible in the West or it [VILULÄ[MYVTP[ZHJ[P]LLULYNPLZ6[OLY^PZL [OLM\SSILULÄ[ZVM^OH[[OL>VVK/VYZL`LHY can turn malevolent – resulting in disruptions take care to not trigger its ill effects by placing has to offer and know the pitfalls to avoid. at work and health issues. HU`^H[LYMLH[\YLZOLYLVY`V\JV\SKZVVUÄUK Whenever in doubt, seek the advice of a yourself in legal troubles. The ill effects of this professional consultant or get in touch with The #1 White Star brings with it important sector can be minimized by the placement of Joey Yap Consulting Group at +603 – 2284 and benevolent individuals who can assist an oil lamp or bright red objects here for the 1213 or email [email protected] one in achieving his or her goals. This Star rest of the year. for a personal property consultation. Here’s ÄUKZ P[ZLSM PU [OL :V\[O^LZ[ ZLJ[VY PU looking to a happy and prosperous year so Main Doors located there will be able to If your Main Door is located in the East ahead! ILULÄ[MYVT[OPZ9LN\SHY\ZHNLVM[OPZZLJ[VY sector then it may be wise for you to regularly JHU HSZV ILULÄ[ [OVZL ^OV HYL SVVRPUN [V conduct health checkups as this is where the celebrations, better wealth luck and improved The Eight Types of Houses in 2014 5VY[O ZLJ[VY ^PSS ILULÄ[ MYVT [OL WYLZLUJL L_WHUK PU [OL ÄLSKZ VM WOPSVZVWO` SP[LYH[\YL #2 Black Star, the traditional Sickness Star, is There are eight types of houses based on of the #9 Purple Star. This auspicious star fortunes in one’s career. Aside from material the location of the Main Door. For 2014, which is also called the Secondary Wealth gains, it also stirs creativity and improves properties with the Main Door located in the Star brings good tidings in the form of happy human relations. However, take note as well 34 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 35 LIFESTYLE | STAY HEALTHY 03 WHY I CHOSE 01 YOGA AS A POWERFUL VEHICLE FOR 03 iRyne patiently guides CHANGE one of the yoga students New Year is just around the corner, what would be 0 TVKPÄLK T` MHZ[WHJLK L_LYJPZL YV\[PUL [V @VNH your 2014 New Year’s Resolution? Many of us are 4`ÄYZ[PTWYLZZPVUHIV\[@VNH^HZIVYPUNZSV^UV[ engaging in some kind of ritual to take stock of the fast-paced enough. I didn’t know what I could get out past and envision a brighter future. Every year we set of this as I was such a physical person. I remembered 01 iRyne, the Yoga Instructor intentions for better in some way: healthier, wealthier, HM[LYT`ÄYZ[@VNHZLZZPVU0JV\SKIHYLS`^HSRV\[VM 02 IRyne conducted a lesson more discipline, more relaxed, happier, kinder and the studio but feeling eccentric. That’s when I realized LOVE YOUR LIFE at Setia Walk, Puchong on more. 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Doctors could T`WYHJ[PJL[OYV\NOYLÅLJ[PUNT`@VNHL_WLYPLUJLZ detoxing of the internal organs with proper alignment principles only help me with pain killers. It was by chance of with countless Yoga practitioners coming from and balancing along with strength building; all for the intention 0UJYLHZLÅL_PIPSP[`,HJO@VNHWVZL[HYNL[ZZWLJPÄJT\ZJSLZ[OLYLI` [OLPUK\Z[Y`Ä[ULZZ0^HZH[[HJOLK0L_WSVYLK@VNH different creeds, profession, age and body shapes/ to reduce stress and rejuvenate. Her clear, concise and patient PUJYLHZPUNÅL_PIPSP[`HUKYLK\JPUN[OLYPZRMVYPUQ\Y`^OLUJHYY`PUNV\[ and to my amaze my injuries recovered in six months! types. instructions can be easily grasped by beginners. More seasoned daily activities. practitioners will appreciate more detailed instructions for 02 YLÄUPUN[OLPYWVZ[\YLZHZ^LSSHZP9`UL»ZZLX\LUJPUNVMOLY@VNH 2. Gain strength and stamina. More vigorous styles of Yoga, promote ZLZZPVUZMVYZWLJPÄJILULÄ[Z;OPZYLÅLJ[ZPUOLY[LHJOPUNMYVT Z[YLUN[OHUKZ[HTPUHHZ^LSSHZÅL_PIPSP[`HUKYLSH_H[PVU the heart. 3. Improve balance and stability. Balancing Yoga poses build balance www.facebook.com/iRyneYOGAVATAR and tone muscles, strengthens the body’s core, improve hand-eye coordination and reaction time. 4. Improve posture. Yoga poses strengthen spine and open tight areas of the body, such as the shoulders and muscles of the upper back, which is necessary for good posture. 5. Disease Prevention - Yoga stretching, bending, compression (inward pushing) and twisting reduce the risk of heart disease - clear blockages, build bone density - preventing osteoporosis, reduce cortisol (stress Stay Healthy hormone), lower cholesterol, preventing the onset of Alzheimer’s disease Are you an aspiring writer, and the list goes on. blogger or nutritionist? We’re looking for 6. Slow Down Ageing - Although Yoga may not be the cure of all illnesses, inspirational health story: but it certainly can slow down ageing or even reverse as it workout the sleep, nutrition, exercise, inside as well as outside. smoking, you name it. Do share your knowledge, tips 6U [VKH`»Z I\Z` VU[OLNV ^VYSK @VNH THRLZ P[ HU PKLHS ILULÄJPHS and tricks with the readers. exercise in just 20 minutes whether indoors or out; with a minimal investment of a Yoga mat. Live Life to the Fullest! 36 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 37 LIFESTYLE | DIY DIVAS In the garden In the living room In the kitchen Colourful pallets make A coffee table completes the Maximize the tiny kitchen that you DO-IT-YOURSELF the walls lively cozy living room have with great organization UPCYCLING THE PALLET It’s new year! Time to refresh your home and what is best when you can do it with minimum cost. While you getting a new mattress or a new fridge, keep the pallets and convert it into a new piece that is not only useful but yet create a better environmental value. Thanks to the invention of social media, nowadays there In the bedroom In the bedroom In the bedroom are many innovative and creative ideas being shared in the A colourful multipurpose rack inspire A cozy couch calls for a lazy A piece for the brainstorming corner networks and one can easily access to it and get inspired. you daily on what accessories to go weekend where great idea created Credit to the DesignRulz, here are some of the examples with abstracted on how you can easily turn the pallet into a great piece in your garden, living room, dining, kitchen, bedroom, work station and also your beloved pet. For her At the work station DIY Divas A home for her too! A piece for the brainstorming corner Proud of your new room where great idea created set-up or have interesting décor tips? Share with us an article or an image of your interesting experiment with Source and credit to: the décor. http://www.designrulz.com/product-design/2012/09/35- creative-ways-to-recycle-wooden-pallets/ 3838 | JOURNEYJOUURNEURRNNEEY VOLVOVOLL05L0 055 JANANAN - MMAMARRR20 20201401414 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 39 LIFESTYLE | YUMMYLICIOUS DOUBLE Chinese Lantern Macaroons with Jackfruit Buttercream the red with a wider 1cm tip and the yellow with a much narrower tip. HAPPINESS (makes approximately 10-12 macaroons) 5. Line 2 baking sheets with baking paper. Pipe fat oval shapes with NTLNN^OP[LZH[YVVT[LTWLYH[\YL the red mixture, and then carefully pipe small strips of yellow on top MACAROONS NTNYV\UKHSTVUK HUKIV[[VTVM[OLV]HSZ;HWIHRPUNZOLL[ZJHYLM\SS`HUKÄYTS`VU[OL NTPJPUNZ\NHY benchtop to remove any large bubbles. FOR CNY & VALENTINE’S DAY NTJHZ[VYZ\NHY 6. Leave to dry for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour, so that when you To decorate: red and yellow food colouring, gold string press the surface of one gently it does not break. Preheat your oven 马年马卡龙 For the Jackfruit Buttercream: to 140 - 150°C (285 - 300°F), depending on your oven. Place on top LNN^OP[LZ of an overturned roasting tray or another baking sheet if your sheets ñJ\WZ\WLYÄULJHZ[VYZ\NHY are not professional grade, for better heat distribution. Bake for 15- ⊇⍐⿷⽆㙣㥢⛢⭨㔤⭜ᱶⓌ〄ㅰ㢨☨⡁㋺⿷⽆㝌㥢㱕㨰 20 minutes, depending on the size of your shells. Carefully test if the ╠ᱨ㣩㬟㎩㑉Ⱞ☨㎰⌴㝎⿷⽆㝦ィ㵀㨲㟫 NT\UZHS[LKI\[[LY ñJ\WJHUULKQHJRMY\P[W\YLLHIV\[WPLJLZVMJHUULKQHJRMY\P[ base of the shell is ready by gently lifting one and if it’s still soft and Beautiful macaroons are always one of the current sweet ¼ cup jackfruit sugar syrup from can to taste sticking to the baking paper, then it needs to bake for a few minutes crazes. They are petite bites of sugary goodness that are Yummylicious longer. Remove from the oven and cool on the tray for a few minutes, as beautiful as they are delicious. It’s the time for double Do you have fond memories Note: if you don’t like jackfruit or it is unavailable, you can replace then gently remove from the sheet and place on a wire rack to cool happiness again – Chinese New Year & Valentine’s Day are of recipe which your with canned lychee, fresh mango or even durian if you’re feeling completely. HWWYVHJOPUN 4HJHYVVUZ HYL KLÄUP[LS` [OL WLYMLJ[ JOVPJL grandmother used to cook? adventurous. be it as serving desserts for guests or give them to your Share with us your best 7. Prepare the buttercream: whisk together egg white and sugar in a SV]LKVULZHZKHaaSPUNNPM[Z[OL`HYL[OLZ^LL[ÄUPZOMVYHSS family recipe or own secret Instruction: large heatproof bowl. Clip a candy thermometer to side of bowl. Set generations! recipe. 1. Place icing sugar in food processor and pulse for a minute to remove bowl over a pan of simmering water, and whisk until mixture reaches any lumps. Stir ground almond and pulse for about 30 seconds to 70°C (160°F) and sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes. combine. Sift in a large mixing bowl and set aside. >P[O H TP_LY Ä[[LK ^P[O [OL ^OPZR H[[HJOTLU[ ILH[ LNN ^OP[L 2. For the meringue: Using an electric mixer, beat egg whites in a mixture on high speed until cooled and thick, about 5 minutes. Reduce medium mixing bowl until it reaches soft peaks. With the mixer on high speed to medium, and add butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating speed, gradually add sugar and beat until it reaches stiff peaks. until incorporated after each addition. If mixture is runny at this point, refrigerate for 10 minutes and then continue beating until it starts to 3. Fold half of the icing sugar and almond into the meringue and mix hold its shape (this can take a while). Mix in jackfruit puree and then well. Add the remaining half, making sure you use a spatula to cut and gradually add the jackfruit sugar syrup from the can depending on how fold the mixture until it is shiny and has a thick, ribbon-like consistency strong you want it, taste testing as you go. Spoon or pipe buttercream as it falls from the spatula. (you really want to beat all the large bubbles on to macaroon shells, sandwiching them together and adding a gold out of the mixture, be rough!) string sticking out of the top of each one if you wish. 4. As it just comes together, place about ¼ of the mixture in a 9LMYPNLYH[LV]LYUPNO[PUHUHPY[PNO[JVU[HPULY[VHSSV^[OLÅH]V\YZ[V separate bowl. Add yellow food colouring to the smaller amount mature, serve at room temperature. Enjoy! and red colouring to the other and continue mixing until it is the right consistency. Place red and yellow mixture in separate piping bags, Special thanks to http://www.raspberricupcakes.com. 40 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 41 LIFESTYLE | EXPLORE THE WORLD Flying is made possible for everyone Ho Chih Minh (HCM), previously known as Saigon TRAVEL TO: nowadays, thanks to the affordable Hanoi: Capital of Vietnam ÅPNO[[PJRL[Z>P[OQ\Z[H[^VOV\YÅPNO[ Currency:Vietnam Don (VND) (RM1 = approx. 6,250 Don)* I made it to Vietnam, the country once Weather: HCM (recommend to travel in month of Nov – Feb); VIETNAM the French colonial. Travel like a Local! Hanoi (recommend to travel in month of Nov – April) Besides knowing the country history Transportation: Taxi (by meter) TIMELESS CHARM well, this trip has made me fond with the * Currency is correct at time of travelling. local eateries. 9L\UPÄJH[PVU7HSHJL Day 1 (Flight from KL to HCM = approx. 2 hours) Check in A & EM Hotel (located at District 1, HCM) Day 5 & 6 (Hanoi / Halong Bay) Email: [email protected] or www.a-emhotels.com Great experience 2D/1N stay on Marquerite (“boat”) at Halong Bay I started my 1st day tour at Ben Thanh Market, which is the most (USD120 – 2,520,000Don which include breakfast/lunch/dinner) with central of all the markets. This is a good shopping place that sells great service, beautiful cabin and very comfortable atmosphere. many local products from food, accessories to souvenirs. Bargaining is Along the journey, besides canoeing, I have also visited the Sung a must as the prices are usually higher than elsewhere. Here, you can Sot Cave, which is also named Surprise Cave, has high ceiling with also taste the aromatic Vietnam coffee. lots of stalactites in various shapes. Situated in the center of Halong Bay’s heritage zone, it is a very impressive natural lime stone cave Day 2 (HCM) maintained by UNESCO. True to its name, the cave is huge and very I booked for the one day HCM City Tour from the local agent (USD17 interesting. = 357,000Don) Places of visit included: Day 7 (Hanoi) War Remnant Museum documents the costs of the war between US Hanoi city tour. Places of visit included: and Vietnam, which the tone isn’t one of victory, but one of victim. West LakePZ[OLSHYNLZ[SHRLPU/HUVPKLÄUP[LS`HNYLH[[YHUX\PSWSHJL Graphic displays, photographs, unexploded ordinance, and other [VYLSH_^P[OHJ\WVMJVMMLLIVVRÄZOPUNVYQ\Z[NVHUKZP[I`[OLSHRL artifacts show the horrors faced by both sides. American tanks, bombs [VOHUNV\[MVYHIP[;OLSHRLPZIVYKLYLK^P[OTHU`ZPNUPÄJHU[WSHJLZ Explore the World and aircraft are on display outside of the Museum. in history of Hanoi such as Van Nien Pagoda, Quan Thanh Temple, Van Just get back from a trip Binh Tay Market at China Town where you can get cheaper price Mieu-Temple of Literature. and have a great travel Photo & Story by for the accessories and groceries as compared to Ben Thanh Market. /HUVP 6WLYH /V\ZL is a beautiful art-nouveau building which was story you want to share and Wong Kah Yeen Instead of shops for single purchases, many suppliers come here early built in 1911. Today it continues to be a performance venue for Hanoi’s inspire others? Let us know to buy goods in bulk. high arts scene. St. Joseph Cathedral is the oldest Roman *H[OVSPJ what you did and what you 9L\UPÄJH[PVU 7HSHJL is one of the most fascinating things to see *O\YJO and was known simply as the “Big Church” among the Vietnamese of Hanoi. The Cathedral interior is in a state of decay – the think about it. Halong Bay in HCM, historically and architecturally. It was home and command center of General Nguyen Van Thieu – head of a military junta, and old stain glass windows, amazing natural light and some interesting ^HZ[OLZP[LVMHKYHTH[PJÄUPZO[V[OL=PL[UHT>HYHZ[HURZJYHZOLK local and European style ornaments give an especially atmospheric through the main gate on the morning of 30 April 1975. feel. 5V[YL +HTL *H[OLKYHS which was build more than 100 years ago /V *OP 4PUO 4H\ZVSL\T was open to public in 1975. Inside the is the most famous landmark right in the heart of HCM city. It is a Mausoleum, his preserved body lies in state under a glass case, with THNUPÄJLU[ I\PSKPUN H[[YHJ[PUN UV[ VUS` *H[OVSPJZ I\[ HSZV TVZ[ HTPSP[HY`OVUVYN\HYK^H[JOPUN[OL]PZP[VYZÄSPUNWHZ[;OL6UL7PSSHY tourists for its glorious architecture and sacred atmosphere. 7HNVKHYLWYLZLU[Z[OLZ[LTVMHSV[\ZÅV^LYZ`TIVSPaPUNW\YP[`SVUN *LU[YHS7VZ[6MÄJLILPUN[OLSHYNLZ[WVZ[VMÄJLPU=PL[UHTPZHUVSK lasting happiness and good luck. The small yet very ornate and well colonial French building that was designed by Gustave Eiffel, who also preserved pagoda, is a historic Buddhist temple in Hanoi. designed the Eiffel Tower. It is a good place to mail your postcards to your friends and families. Day 8 (Hanoi) Others – a lacquer workshop and lunch included :OVWWPUNMVYZV\]LUPYHUKÅPNO[IHJR[V23HWWYV_OV\YZ Day 3 (HCM) Eateries: Half day trip to Cu Chi Tunnels arranged by the local agent (USD16 = HCM: 336,000Don). Cu Chi Tunnels is locating approx. 60km from HCM city. Le Bouchon De Saigon (at 40 Thai Van Lung, District 1) www. Cu Chi legendary for its tunnels system of over 220km and is a heroic lebouchondesaigon.com; district for its role in the anti-American war in Vietnam. Experience Pho Huang Vietnam Beef Noodle Soup yourself by crawling through the tunnels. Hanoi: Ben Thanh Market Notre Dame Cathedral .LULYHS7VZ[6MÄJL President Ho Chi Minh Salsa (Tapas Bar & Restaurant at 25 Nha Tho Street, Hoan Kiem Beef Noodles Fried Popiah Cu Chi Tunnels +H`+VTLZ[PJÅPNO[MYVT/*4[V/HUVP$HWWYV_OV\Y District) www.lasalsa-hanoi.com; One Pillar Pagoda Check in Hanoi Paradise Hotel (located at Hoan Kien District/36 Cha Ca La Vong (The Oldest Restaurant of Vietnam at 14 Cha Ca Quarters) Street) Email: [email protected] Free and easy at Hanoi city. 42 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 43 SOCIAL FOLLOW THE SNAKE IN 2013 HUNT The 2nd LBS Treasure Hunt 2013 which was cool environments and an arranged free tour of the an annual team building event organised by the Japanese Village and Botanical Gardens. LBSclub, was successfully completed on 19 October 2013. The theme “Follow The Snake” was Besides the sneaky trail of 90 km drive, the event in relevance to the Year of the Snake. which was participated by 60 hunters, featured 30 Hunt Questions, 4 Treasure Questions, 5 Road ;OL/\U[Z[HY[LKH[3):/8VMÄJLHUKLUKLKH[ Safety Questions and a car related task. Although Colmar Tropicale, a French-themed resort which ÄSSLK ^P[O TPUK IVNNSPUN JOHSSLUNLZ L]LY`VUL is situated on top of Berjaya Hills at Pahang. The turned up safe and sound for a sumptuous late destination venue was selected as the Finish lunch and prize presentation at Le Chevalier Control, based on the distance for a day’s trip, the Convention Centre, Colmar Tropicale. 44 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 45 SOCIAL Heartiest Congratulations! Conferred by KEBAWAH DULI YANG MAHA MULIA SULTAN HAJI AHMAD SHAH AL-MUSTA’IN BILLAH IBNI AL-MARHUM SULTAN ABU BAKAR RI’AYATUDDIN AL-MU’ADZAM SHAH Birthday Celebration Origami Crane Contest LBSclub hosted an Origami Crane contest on 15 November 2013 to all staff. This is not the easiest to fold, even though Origami Crane is the most popular origami. Each contestant was given 2 minutes to complete folding the origami crane. Congratulations to the Winners! Design A Christmas Stocking Contest In conjunction with the Christmas, LBSclub has organized Design a Dato’D t ’ SriS i LimLi HockH k SanS MejM j (K(K)) DDato’t ’ SriS i DDanieli l LimLi HHockk SSing Christmas Stocking contest as stocking SSAP, DSSA, JP | Managing Director SSAP, DIMP, JP | Executive Director are one of the most delightful Christmas On 25 November 2013 On 24 October 2013 decoration. The goal was to decorate the stocking anyway as you wished. Well done to everyone who participated. Have a very Merry Christmas. Dato’ Lim Moi Soan Deepavali Celebration DIMP, PJK | Assistant General Manager LBSians celebrated Deepavali with the on 25 November 2013 traditional lights and a host of fun activities. Staff participated with full enthusiasm and thanked LBSclub for hosting such a wonderful day. 46 | JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 JOURNEY VOL 05 JAN - MAR 2014 | 47