Anggun Residences, Jalan Sultan Ismail

Anggun Residences is located along the legendary street of Jalan Doraisamy. Those who are in their 30’s or even 40s might be able to recall the glamourous road of Doraisamy that was once filled with a string of night clubs. It was then the hot spot for the ‘in crowd’ to hang and dance the night away.  Naturally, Asian Heritage row is dominated by landed and old properties that have been refurbished into clubs and restaurants. A trip to the area has seen massive changes in its landscape as most of these popular clubs are now closed and replaced by coffee cafes and even high-end serviced residences such as Anggun Residences.

The area is surrounded by older buildings that went through refurbishing

Asian Heritage Row is slowly morphing into The Row

Landed properties with unique persona

Clear vision of Menara KL

The possible view from Anggun Residences

As reported in Malay Mail, Asian Heritage Row is going through a makeover. The reason is to give a clean slate to the road’s reputation. As quoted in the Malay mail:

Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Seri Ahmad Phesal Talib told Malay Mail the street that was once considered “the” place to be for party-lovers but fell into disrepute was undergoing redevelopment that would lead to a successful future.

“We are reusing the current existing building to maintain the heritage element. This will be an adaptive reuse of existing development, a practice where one recycles the current land,” he said, adding that the effort began in 2013.

He said the development was to patronise the new businesses that would come up in in the area.

“Greater focus will be placed on eateries and coffeehouses this time around… ” 

(See more at: http://www.themalaymailonline.com/malaysia/article/troubled-asian-heritage-row-to-get-new-lease-on-life#sthash.yLj7DcxH.dpuf)

Rows of vintage building that have been around for decades

Businesses here have been set up for decades

Various shops along the way

The vintage buildings of Jalan Doraisamy is the iconic landmark of the area. These buildings have witnessed the transition of Kuala Lumpur from a mining city to a progressive metropolitan marvel. It is a great reflection and depiction of the city’s history captured in an architecture form.

Meanwhile, the shops and businesses that occupy these vintage buildings are those that have been set up for decades. From restaurants to tailors, such businesses have been the core economy of rather a simple and down to earth Kuala Lumpur back then. A great reminder for many passersby of what the city used to be and what it is succeeding to become.

AKLEH’s entrance is just minutes away from Jalan Doraisamy, along Jalan Raja Abdullah

A possible exit from AKLEH that leads to Jalan Tun Razak

Neighbouring road, Jalan Raja Abdullah

The long stretch of Jalan Sultan Ismail

Jalan Doraisamy is accessible to most major roads in Kuala Lumpur. It is well connected to the routes of Jalan Sultan Ismail, Jalan Raja Abdullah, Jalan Uda, Jalan Raja Alang, Jalan Munshi Abdullah and Jalan Daud. It also cuts through Jalan Raja Muda Aziz that would bring residents here to Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman (Jalan TAR).

The entrance heading to AKLEH, Plaza Tol Datuk Keramat is just minutes away from Anggun Residences. Residents will be able to reach Jalan Tun Razak, MRR2, DUKE and Jalan Ampang by using this route.

Directions to main tourist’s detinations

The covered walkway to Bukit Nenas Monorail Station and Dang Wangi LRT Station

Dang Wangi LRT Station is close by

If driving seems to be a drag, public transportations here are then a blessing. Residents could venture off walking to the LRT stations such as Dang Wangi Station, which is just less than a 10-minute walk. Try walking further on up, you’ll might find yourself at KLCC Station. Meanwhile, Bukit Nenas and Medan Tuanku Monorail stations are reachable by walking too via a covered walkway. Taxis are scattered everywhere here due to its strategic location as a part of the city centre.

Living in the heart of Jalan Doraisamy is literally neighbouring to countless major amenities. Residents wouldn’t need to sweat on matters like shopping, health care, education and dining places.

Medan Tuanku… Heading towards Quill Mall and Maju Junction

Places of interest (Malls)

• KLCC is accessible via Lebuhraya Bertingkat Ampang within a 5-minute drive. Or take a walk all the way there.
• Maju Junction Mall is located extremely nearby and it would take at least 10 minutes to walk there. If you want to avoid the crawl and bottleneck jams, walking would definitely save one’s agony in getting there!
• Quill Mall is almost as close to home here! This is another mall where walking is highly recommended. You wouldn’t need to go through the hassle of parking or even driving when it is located less than a 10-minute walk!
• The Golden Triangle (Bukit Bintang/Sungei Wang-Pavilion-Starhill Gallery) is another touristy destination that is packed with shopping outlets. For those who are loving the high-end brands, hop down to Pavilion or Starhill Gallery. Meanwhile, those are into streetwear, Sungai Wang and Bukit Bintang just might be an enticing place to shop.
• Jakel Mall is another must go mall for fashionistas and perhaps Karl Lagerfeld in the making. With its crazy hourly sale every day, bargain shoppers will find Jakel Mall a delight in getting great materials at an extremely discounted price. The mall is located within a 5-minute drive with parking valet services provided for its customers. Walking is feasible but it may take you at least 20 minutes to get there!

Petaling Street is a shopping haven for most locals and tourists (Source https://thetypewriter.fr/2015/03/18/le-typewriter-vous-emmene-a-kuala-lumpur/)

Jalan Doraisamy is also blessed to be encircled by parts that exude life and colours to Kuala Lumpur as a tourist destination. Petaling Street is a prominent shopping district that residents would want to discover while burning a hole in their pockets. This road has countless of pop up stalls selling accessories and clothes, from bags to shoes and even gadgets and gizmos. Bargaining is most welcomed here! Haggling happens everywhere in Petaling Street but just make sure you end up buying the haggled items.

There are other important conveniences that residents should take note while living here. These amenities are as follows:

Hospitals and Specialists

• Prince Court Medical Centre, Jalan Tun Razak
• Gleneagles Medical Centre, Jalan Ampang
• Kampung Baru Medical Centre, Kampung Baru
• Al-Islam Specialist Centre, KL
• Paediatrics Hospital, Kampung Baru
• Hospital Besar Kuala Lumpur, KL
• Dental Clinic, Paediatrics Institute KL

Schools and Universities

• SMK Puteri Wilayah
• Sekolah Agama Wilayah Persekutuan
• Sekolah Kebangsaan Kampung Baru
• Sekolah Kebangsaan Jalan Raja Muda
• Sekolah Bimbingan Jalinan Kasih
• University Utara Malaysia, KL Campus
• University Kuala Lumpur
• Queens College KL

High-end luxury brand, Da Vinci

Others

• BSN, Jalan Raja Abdullah
• Bank Islam, Jalan Raja Abdullah
• CIMB, Kampung Baru
• Da Vinci Show Gallery

All of the amenities are accessible by car, trains and even walking. For most buyers, these amenities play a vital role in determining a place to call home even if it would be for a short period. Living in an area as this would also be tempting to expatriates who tend to travel around with public transportations and some would even prefer to travel by foot.

The area is an enticing proposition to both locals and foreigners due to its strategic location and unique ambiance as the old and new collide. With the works of re-establishing the Asian Heritage Row to The Row, these face lifts might be able to make Anggun Residences a stand out above the rest. The atmosphere of Jalan Doraisamy so far has been very promising especially with its quirky façade with a touch of vintage.