Koh Smach Island

Context Koh Kong private island is an unspoilt island retreat where there is a deep respect for nature. Strongly believe that ecotourism can act as a catalyst for positive change through the preservation and regeneration of the rich wealth in bio-diversity and nature characteristic and beyond, creating a new destination for responsible tourism in Cambodia.

HCMC’s great consolidation: three regions, one network

The consolidation of Binh Duong and Ba Ria-Vung Tau into Ho Chi Minh City has created a mega-metropolis of over 14 million residents spanning nearly 7,000 km² with a radius exceeding 75 km. This administrative expansion has introduced major transportation connectivity challenges. Despite existing Southeast Regional planning frameworks, the linkage between HCMC’s historic core and

Decoding the six planning regions in Ho Chi Minh City’s Master Plan

The revised Master Plan for Ho Chi Minh City to 2040, with a vision extending to 2060 establishes a transformative spatial framework anchored on six distinct planning regions. This article examines the scientific rationale, strategic objectives, and implementation solutions underlying this visionary model. The imperative for spatial transformation International best practices Singapore’s polycentric planning strategy

Ho Chi Minh City Master Plan 2040

Context Ho Chi Minh City stands as the dynamic southern hub of Vietnam, positioned at the crossroads of critical ecosystems and international trade networks. Yet the city confronts mounting challenges: climate change impacts, flooding, and infrastructure strain. On June 11, 2025, the Prime Minister officially approved the Ho Chi Minh City Master Plan Revision 2040,

Thu Duc Masterplan 2040

Building upon the award-winning proposal (First Prize) from the international competition for the Master Plan of the Highly Interactive Innovation District (covering District 2, District 9, and Thu Duc District) in 2019, the enCity – Sasaki consortium, in collaboration with VIUP, continues to lead the Thu Duc Master Plan 2040, delivering groundbreaking solutions that harmoniously