Issue: August 22, 2012 (Archive)

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Adventurous property investors are reaping spectacular returns after buying unusual spaces such as corridors and rooftops - at a time when "normal" premises like offices and shops are consistently breaching all-time highs.

Price of strong brand image
The territory's total retail sales value in the first half rose just 13.1 percent year- on-year, compared with 24.4 percent during the same period in 2011.

Palace by the sea
A stunning waterfront townhouse with a terraced garden presents a rare opportunity at Tai Tam on the southern side of Hong Kong Island.

Beauty by the sea
Pok Fu Lam has traditionally been known for its quiet location. The home for sale is Bel-Air, Phase 5 in Bel-Air Peak Rise. The 6,296-square-foot duplex apartment has a beautiful view of the South China Sea.

Following the Romans' path
The biggest attraction of the Ermin Apartments - besides the superb location - is the fact purchasers can take quick possession, as the luxury project is slated for completion in October.

Brands shop for cheap NT space
Shop rents skyrocketed as many international brands squeezed into prime shopping districts such as Central, Causeway Bay and Tsim Sha Tsui. This has triggered a trend for relocation, with top brands starting to move north in search of cheaper rents and closer proximity to well-heeled mainland customers.

Sunshine lifestyle
Embracing five hectares of open space, wetland and landscaped parks, Callaway Park has set the standard for premium living in Sunshine, Australia.

Central cooling
With the slowing global economy and the European debt crisis continuing to hover over the market, rental rates of Grade A office space are declining amid lower demand.

Confidence petering out
The continued low interest rate environment, combined with a more liberal attitude by banks toward lending, boosted market sentiment in the residential sector during the second quarter.

New HOS policy comes with high prices
Hongkongers were caught by surprise when they saw a revival of the home market after Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying announced measures aimed at curbing rampant sales and soaring prices.

Boom times are back
The depressed property market has seen a lift recently, with transactions of both primary and secondary homes rebounding, as Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying vowed not to make housing prices slump.

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