Hong Kong Resort Honoured with “Urban Design & Master Planning Award” & “Green Development Award”

Hong Kong Resort Company Limited (“Hong Kong Resort”) has once again been acknowledged for its dedication to sustainable development and its environment management efforts in Discovery Bay (“DB”). With its sophisticated urban planning, outstanding design and exceptional environmental management, DB was awarded with the “Urban Design & Master Planning Award” and “Green Development Award” in the “CAPITAL The Outstanding Developer Awards 2015” organised by CAPITAL Magazine and CAPITAL WEEKLY, underlining the outstanding performance of Hong Kong Resort widely recognised by the industry and media. 
 
DB is Hong Kong’s foremost premium, low-density residential community boasting a wide array of lifestyle and tourist attractions and comprehensive facilities. Ever since the planning stage of the project, Hong Kong Resort aims to develop an “Eco-Friendly Town” with extensive greenery, seaside promenades, and cycling trails to encourage residents to use bicycles as a means of transport. The latest Yi Pak Bay development features a wide range of leisure facilities, including Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong, DB North Plaza, White Chapel etc. The inclined lift connects Yi Pak area and the nearby residential area, providing access to the conveniently located taxi stand in Yi Pak. The well-developed transport network includes 24-hour ferry service to Central and shuttle bus service to designated MTR stations. There is a well-established education infrastructure covering pre-schools to secondary schools and international schools to cater for the needs of different students. In recognition of the careful planning and all rounded design and provision, DB was presented with the “Urban Design & Master Planning Award” for the sixth consecutive year. 
 
Covering an area of approximately 649 hectares, DB enjoys extensive landscaped areas and green zones, including the Central Park, natural mangrove and a number of hiking trails, making it one of the few quality eco-friendly residential communities in Hong Kong. Hong Kong Resort is also dedicated to promoting environmental protection in the community. It organises environmental conservation programmes for residents and visitors, including Family Farm at the Central Park, flea markets for second-hand items, barter events and glass bottle recycling. Bottles can be upcycled into eco-bricks to decorate the estates. Recently, the developer has also introduced food waste decomposers to encourage food recycling and reduce food waste. After years of exceptional performance in green planning and environmental management, DB has earned the well-deserved recognition “Green Development Award” for six consecutive years.
 

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About Discovery Bay
Discovery Bay is located in the northeast of Lantau Island, New Territories, Hong Kong. With a land area of approximately 649 hectares and surrounded by mountains, it is Hong Kong’s foremost premium international residential community and a unique leisure destination with sophisticated urban planning and a variety of waterfront facilities.
 
Discovery Bay’s leisure facilities include the seafront Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong with premium spa and restaurants, the European-style DB North Plaza with a range of shopping and dining options, the romantic seaside White Chapel, European tall ship “The Bounty”, and exclusive horse-drawn carriage ride. The inclined lift connects the residential area and Yi Pak Bay, offering convenient access for residents and visitors to enjoy the unique sightseeing and leisure spots in Discovery Bay.
 
Discovery Bay is acclaimed as Hong Kong’s “Eco-Friendly Town” with extensive landscaped gardens and green zones that contribute to a quality low-density residential district. The scenic Central Park, relaxing promenade, hiking trails, and other green features set the scene for a healthy lifestyle. 
 
Discovery Bay has a comprehensive transport network. Apart from the 24-hour ferry service to Central, 24-hour shuttle bus service to Tung Chung MTR Station and Hong Kong International Airport, and frequent buses to Sunny Bay MTR station are also available. Both urban and Lantau taxis can access Yi Pak area through the Discovery Bay Tunnel, providing a convenient alternative for residents and visitors.