Historic Boon Siew Villa demolished to make way for luxury condo project

Historic Boon Siew Villa demolished to make way for luxury condo project

GEORGE TOWN: Penang’s rich heritage has once again suffered a blow with the loss of one of its landmarks. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

Iconic Boon Siew Villa demolished for luxury residential project

Penang’s architectural heritage has suffered a significant loss with the demolition of the iconic Boon Siew Villa in Batu Ferringhi. Once a majestic seafront home, the villa stood as a testament to the legacy of Tan Sri Loh Boon Siew, the self-made tycoon who brought Honda motorcycles to Malaysia. Its removal marks yet another chapter in the island’s struggle to balance progress with preservation. The villa, located at Shamrock Beach, has been t…