With the COVID-19 pandemic seeing most Malaysians huddled at home for over a year now, it’s safe to say we’ve garnered a new appreciation for nature and its healing properties.
In troubled times, being close to nature soothes the soul and grounds us back down to earth. This study involving 20,000 people found that people who spend at least 2 hours in nature per week were more likely to report good health and better overall wellbeing.
We’ve listed 10 high-rise properties featuring beautiful themed gardens in the Klang Valley, so you’re never too far away from Mother Nature’s embrace!
1) Setia Alamsari, Bangi
- Property type: Integrated residential area
- Built-ups: From 1,965 – 3,991 sq ft (landed)
- Price: From RM668,000
- Completion year: 2029
The product of renowned developer SP Setia, Setia Alamsari is a verdant township in Bangi, Kajang. The township features 8 themed gardens, going hand-in-hand with their tagline “The Enchanting Gardens”:
a) Canopy Park
b) Nest of Dreams
c) Lake of Reflection
d) Spring Meadows
e) Casablanca Park
f) Garden of Lights
g) Serenity Pathway
h) Field of Happiness
b) Nest of Dreams
c) Lake of Reflection
d) Spring Meadows
e) Casablanca Park
f) Garden of Lights
g) Serenity Pathway
h) Field of Happiness
Setia Alamsari also boasts 3 distinct themed gardens where families can spend their evenings and weekends together.
Canal Park features three lakes, a water pavilion and treehouse, The Lawn spans 7.7 acres of pristine greenery, while Waterfield boasts a more serene atmosphere for quiet reflection.
While the township has mainly rolled out landed semi-D and bungalow homes, their fourth phase is set to welcome six serviced apartment projects.
2) Arte, Mont Kiara
- Property type: Serviced residence
- Built-ups: 422 – 1,142 sq ft
- Price: From RM430,000
- Completion year: 2020
Towering over affluent Mont Kiara, it’s impossible to miss this exquisitely iconic development by NusMetro Group.
While this development received a lot of attention for its fingerprint-inspired architecture and prime location, it’s also a treasure trove of themed facilities to wonder at.
On the 41st floor of Arte Mont Kiara, you’ll find the Floating Butterfly Garden complete with towering mesh architecture and adorned with a multitude of golden butterflies.
Instead of your regular swimming pool, residents can enjoy a splash in the Jacuzzi Pods – layers of pools resembling rice terraces and scattered with bonsai trees throughout.
Other French-retro facilities include the Mirror Bar, Diamond Lounge, Mosaic Pool, Sky Garden, and Sky Lounge.
Whimsical facilities aside, Arte Mont Kiara is only minutes away from amenities like Publika Shopping Gallery, TPC Kuala Lumpur and Gardens International School.
3) City of Elmina, Shah Alam
- Property type: Mixed development township
- Built-ups: 451 – 998 sq ft (Habitus)
- Price: From RM305,000 (Habitus)
- Completion year: 2042
Award-winning City of Elmina has quickly gained traction as a picturesque township thanks to its Rainbow Bridge, but living in this 6,500 acre township is more than just photo-ops!
The 300-acre Elmina Central Park is divided into 5 precinct parks. The Forest Park is primarily for wetland and tropical rehabilitation, while the Cultural Park includes amenities like mosques and alfresco dining. Other parks include the Urban Park, Community Park and Sports Park.
With green spaces and gardens galore, this wellness-focused township also features 1,118 acres of parkland and a dedicated community farm where residents can grow herbs and vegetables to their heart’s delight.
Most of the projects here may be landed, like Elmina Valley Phase 3, but you can also look forward to the up-and-coming apartment of Habitus @ City of Elmina, which is set to launch in 2023!
4) Setia Eco Templer, Rawang
- Property type: Mixed development township
- Built-ups: 700 sq ft, 807 sq ft and 1,001 sq ft (Rumah Selangorku)
- Price: RM42,000, RM150,000 and RM220,000 (Rumah Selangorku)
- Completion year: May 2019 onwards
What spells nature more than a township set amongst Kanching’s rainforest reserves? SP Setia’s eco-themed township comprises everything from bungalows to shop offices to Rumah Selangorku apartments.
The development’s tagline “The Legend of Nine Creeks” hints at the nine creeks, three themed gardens, and multiple lakes throughout its landscape.
The three themed gardens are ornately named as Amethyst Arbour Garden, Jewel Garden and Emerald Labyrinth Garden, while the nine creeks include:
a) Carson Creek
b) Alresford Creek
c) Bramble Creek
d) Oakley Creek
e) Cedar Creek
f) Benfleet Creek
g) Lawling Creek
h) Flag Creek
i) Turtle Creek
b) Alresford Creek
c) Bramble Creek
d) Oakley Creek
e) Cedar Creek
f) Benfleet Creek
g) Lawling Creek
h) Flag Creek
i) Turtle Creek
The only high-rise in Setia Eco Templer is Pangsapuri Cenderawasih comprising 900 units of affordable Rumah Selangorku apartments.
5) The Fiddlewoodz @ KL Metropolis, Mont Kiara
- Property type: Serviced residence
- Built-ups: 889 sq ft – 1,476 sq ft
- Price: From RM854,800
- Completion year: 2025
What if you could welcome nature’s most beautiful views into your own home? What a dream it would be to have the pink hues of cherry blossoms and colors of the aurora borealis in your very own residence.
That’s the premise behind The Fiddlewoodz by EXSIM. Situated at the edge of KL Metropolis, The serviced residence comprises two towers of almost 700 units and an array of facilities reflecting nature’s wonders.
On level 51, you’ll find the Artic Garden area which is inspired by the frigid beauty of the snowy tundra, while level 8’s Bonfire Deck Garden comes with a sunken BBQ meant to emulate a cheery picnic feel.
There’s also the Adventure Garden and Yoga Garden on level 8, as well as the Aurora Sky Garden on level 51.
Other themed facilities include level 53’s nod to Santorini with its 360 degree sky pool, floating cabana, and sky jacuzzi,
6) Edgewood Residences @ SkySanctuary, Setapak
- Property type: Condominium
- Built-ups: 865 sq ft – 1,280 sq ft
- Price: Average of RM520 per sq ft
- Completion year: 2025
SkySanctuary holds the well-deserved title of Setapark’s first nature-inspired integrated township, with a seamless integration of lakeside living and nature.
With four different themed gardens spread across the 42-acre landscape, the township is nothing less than a nature lover’s dream.
The Celebration Light Piazza sees a Swan Deck and Moonlight Seating Area amongst others, while the adjacent Treasure Fantasy features more fitness-centric facilities such as a Qi Deck and Bamboo Adventure Park.
The Isle of Dreams centres around a pristine lake, which is connected to the Tropical Haven – complete with jogging trail, zen deck and garden lounge.
The first phase in this mixed development is Edgewood Residences, a 2-block condo with a total of 960 units, with facilities such as a hot and cold water spa gallery, infinity pool, and mini cinema.
7) Setia Sky Seputeh, Kuala Lumpur
- Property type: Condominium
- Built-ups: 2,347 – 2,863 sq ft
- Price: From RM3,439,650
- Completion year: 2020
For some of us, the concept of nature might evoke swaying palm trees and pristine sandy beaches rather than tropical jungles. Setia Sky Seputeh appeals to the beach bums at heart by bringing the waves to us right here in KL.
On the beach podium at level 7, a crescent man-made beach complete with palm trees overlooks the view on one end of the building.
Just a few steps away on the other end of the building, residents can take a scenic dip at the saltwater infinity pool which overlooks the other end of the building.
Other facilities in Setia Sky Seputeh include a meditation garden, virtual golf room, heated aqua gym, cabana lounge, cocktail bar, and sky gym.
Homebuyers who can afford the price tag can take their pick from Sky Suites, Sky Bungalows or Sky Mansions – each of them with its own private lift lobby to boot.
8) The Tropika, Bukit Jalil
- Property type: Serviced residences
- Built-ups: 732 sq ft – 1318 sq ft
- Price: From RM575,800 – RM1,391,800
- Completion year: 2023
Bukit Jalil’s pioneer developer Berjaya Land brings a touch of the tropics with The Tropika and its 868 units of serviced apartments.
Straddling Bukit Jalil Golf and Country Resort on one end and Bukit Jalil Recreation Park on the other, the development’s top selling point is no doubt its lush, verdant location.
True to its name as a garden-themed project in KL, The Tropika comes with a whopping 68 facilities. These are further categorised by function:
a) The Active
b) The Social
c) The Zen
d) The Comfort
e) The Common
f) The Station
g) The Natural
h) The Splash
b) The Social
c) The Zen
d) The Comfort
e) The Common
f) The Station
g) The Natural
h) The Splash
At The Natural, residents can rest their weary mind after a long day’s work at the Flora Trail, Hammock Area, Herb & Spice Garden, or Tropical Green Trail.
9) Embayu @ Damansara West, Shah Alam
- Property type: Condominium
- Built-ups: 1,000 – 1,213 sq ft
- Price: From RM515,000
- Completion year: 2022
“Embun” and “bayu” can be translated from Bahasa Malaysia to mean morning dew and breeze respectively.
That early morning tranquility is what PRG Holdings aims to achieve with the development, through its park living concept.
The main facility podium situated on level 3 sees an array of nature-centric facilities, designed in such a way so as to embrace a miniature park concept.
From the swimming pool (with see-through panels!), to the glass-enclosed gym and cabana lounge, Embayu definitely has a subtle, natural appeal to it.
Residents can delight in the cascading flow of the Mini Waterfall, trickling stream from the Tranquil Waterflow, Sheltered Green Terrains with cabanas, and mesmerising koi pond help add to the tranquility too.
10) Arte Plus, Jalan Ampang
- Property type: Serviced residences
- Built-ups: 650 – 1,000 sq ft
- Price: RM570,000 onwards
- Completion year: 2018
On the topic of themed gardens, we simply couldn’t avoid mentioning Arte twice. While the Arte in Mont Kiara exudes French retro, Arte Plus in Jalan Ampang is well-known for its beautiful gardens full of modern whimsicality.
At the Floating Fantasy Garden, residents can relax in sunken lounges underneath towering fibre optic light structures which illuminate the garden at night. Think Supertrees of Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay, just smaller.
Meanwhile, the Swedish Garden at Tower 1 is a cascade of cozy seating areas that seem to be floating amongst trees in a Nordic forest.
The Lazy River Spa is a real crowd-pleaser too, with its temperature-controlled pool and metal orbs dotted throughout.
With all that said, healing through nature can look like taking a walk (when SOPs allow) in the garden, tending to your balcony garden, or bringing houseplants into your home!
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