38 | G<P Properties: Bellfield estate DEVELOPMENT )amily values at the core CE2 Stanley Tan (below) has more than three decades of real estate investment experience. Sue Russell RESET U R B A N D E S I G N Urban Design and Landscape Architecture www.reseturban.co.nz While GYP Properties has been investing in New Zealand developments this past decade, its key shareholders have been investing in and developing real estate here since the early 1990s. The company has oɝces in Singapore and in New Zealand, with Must as many team members based in New Zealand now than where it began. CEO Stanley Tan has more than three decades of real estate investment experience in Singapore, New Zealand and Australia. ȊWhile our experience and team size have grown over the years, we very much carry family values at our core in terms of how we do business. We believe in adding value to communities and shaping a better future for our residents.” Stanley is no stranger to the Kiwi real estate market. Some of Stanley’s previous investments include Centre Place (Hamilton), BP +ouse (Wellington), the Nestle manufacturing complex, State Ζnsurance Building, 9ulcan Building and CML Building (Auckland). He also developed the CityLife Hotels and Heritage Hotels in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown. Bellfield (state, at 11 Ďhapeke Road, Papakura is a fine example of the nature of residential developments GYP Properties likes to get involved with. It’s the third multi-residential community project the company has undertaken here, following Remarkables Residences in Queenstown and Pakuranga Town Centre in Auckland, the latter being a complex integrated proMect that is currently in the design phase. ȊBellfield is our first maMor subdivision proMect in New Zealand and we’re very excited about what it will become over time. It has over 500 sections of various housing types across five stages. We are also committed to developing Ďhapeke Park, next to the development, for both Bellfield residents and the surrounding community to enjoy.” Stanley says the whole thinking behind its design is to bring people together. The layout of the estate will utilise the public open spaces, native garden, creek and other provided amenities. Community facilities will include running/walking tracks, a dog park, kids play areas, fitness stations, boardwalks, gardens and meadow areas. ȊGYP Properties is the land owner and master planner of Bellfield (state and will be working alongside others to bring homes to the public. Through the delivery of house and land packages, our builder partners will play an integral role in the ongoing activation of the Bellfield (state master plan.ȋ Best described as having a contemporary architectural design, the homes will be constructed using trusted materials such as brick, weatherboard, aluminium joinery and metal roofing. Options include , 3 and bedrooms and all homes will meet the strict Building Code moisture, thermal and acoustic ratings. +omes will have the latest in energy-eɝcient lighting, heating and appliances. There’s an open plan feel to the living spaces and each home will open out onto private terraces. ȊΖt’s our vision that Bellfield (state will provide the environment and connection for the community to thrive and grow and become a charming neighbourhood to live in.” Stanley says the park is the key feature of the development, with greenery and tracks for park visitors to enjoy. In addition to the park itself, the surrounding area boasts activity with new employment and businesses emerging. A -minute drive from Bellfield (state brings residents to Papakura Town Centre with all the facilities it provides. “It’s also a short drive to Ardmore Airport, Manukau City and Highbrook Business Park.” Master planning across all five stages for Bellfield (state has been completed with resource and building consents for stages one and two obtained. “We hope to receive consents for the remaining 3 stages within this year. Land titles for Stage 1 have already been issued and we are hoping that Stage 2 titles will be obtained by the end of this year. Asked what makes GYP Properties tick, Stanley says it’s their small but proficient team, that is committed to good design and quality builds. “Having undergone privatisation in 2022, the Group is now a boutique property developer that will be undergoing a re-brand later this year. As a team we strongly believe that ‘having a soul’ is just as important as creating economic value. We believe in building a company that has a pronounced social core.” And equally, the environment and the communities that GYP Properties serve are always part of the consideration when decisions are made. “We’re on a mission to enhance the social and built environment by mindfully designing, building and managing our spaces. Our team is dedicated to building dynamic, sustainable and inclusive communities in New Zealand, and we look forward to creating value in this market for years to come.”
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