[Sihanoukville, Cambodia – March 31, 2025] – Once an untouched coastal haven, this stretch of Cambodia coastline is now transforming into one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant waterfront cities. At the heart of this transformation stands “Bay of Lights”, a USD 16 billion visionary coastal urban development that has now received global recognition—winning the 2025-2026 International Property Awards for Cambodia’s Best Master Plan in the Asia Pacific region.
From Blueprint to Reality: The Birth of a Future Coastal City
The story of Bay of Lights began with a fundamental question: What makes a city truly livable? The project’s visionaries understood that great cities are not just built; they are designed around people, culture, and nature.
Spanning 934 hectares along Cambodia’s coastline, Bay of Lights is not just another urban expansion. It is a carefully crafted ecosystem where accessibility, mobility, and sustainability come together seamlessly. The city is designed around the “5-minute bike ride & 10-minute walk” principle, ensuring that residents can reach essential services, workspaces, entertainment, and nature within minutes—without the need for cars.
At the core of the master plan is the “Holonic Design Concept”, which creates dynamic, interconnected districts instead of rigidly divided zones. With state-of-the-art Smart Mobility Systems, including dedicated bike lanes and pedestrian-friendly streets, Bay of Lights sets a new standard for efficient and sustainable urban living.
A Coastal Metropolis Shaping the Future
Regarded as one of the highest honors in the real estate industry, the International Property Awards are judged by an independent panel of over 100 industry experts. Winning this prestigious award is not just recognition of Bay of Lights’ innovative design—it signals a “new era for Cambodia’s urban development”. As a catalyst for Sihanoukville’s rise on the global stage, Bay of Lights aims to be more than a city; it aspires to be a hub for commerce, culture, and international collaboration.
In the coming years, this will not just be a place to live and work—it will be the beginning of a story. A story about “the future, about innovation, and about how dreams take root along a coastline ready to shine.”
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About International Property Awards
The International Property Awards (IPA), established in 1993, are a globally recognized mark of excellence in the property and real estate industry. Judged by an independent panel of over 100 experts, the awards celebrate outstanding achievements in development, design, architecture, and marketing across residential and commercial sectors. Covering regions such as Asia Pacific, Europe, the Americas, and more, the IPA honors projects that set new benchmarks for innovation, quality, and sustainability in the global property market.
Website: www.propertyawards.net
