Lotte Eco Smart City, Empire City, Metropole Thu Thiem – 3 projects shaping the new financial district in Thu Thiem Urban Area.

Ho Chi Minh City is accelerating implementation. International financial center with a scale of approximately 898 ha, extending from the existing central core (Ben Thanh area – Saigon) to Thu Thiem New Urban Area (An Khanh Ward)This forms a “belt” of service and financial development space connected to the Saigon River.  

Ho Chi Minh City is accelerating the implementation of the International Financial Center, covering an area of ​​nearly 900 hectares (approximately 898 hectares), stretching from the existing central core (Ben Thanh - Saigon area) to the new Thu Thiem urban area (An Khanh) – creating a spatial "belt" that will enjoy special mechanisms and incentives.
Ho Chi Minh City is accelerating the implementation of the International Financial Center, covering an area of ​​nearly 900 hectares (approximately 898 hectares), stretching from the existing central core (Ben Thanh – Saigon area) to the new Thu Thiem urban area (An Khanh) – creating a spatial “belt” that will enjoy special mechanisms and incentives.
Located within the project area, The Metropole Thu Thiem, Empire City, and Lotte Eco Smart City form a riverside triangle, directly connecting to the city center.
Located within the project area, The Metropole Thu Thiem, Empire City, and Lotte Eco Smart City form a riverside triangle, directly connecting to the city center.

In that painting, The Metropole Thu Thiem – Empire City – Lotte Eco Smart City They are located next to each other in the core of Thu Thiem, forming “Riverside triangle” Directly connecting to District 1 via bridge and boulevard axes (Thu Thiem 1, Thu Thiem 2, Mai Chi Tho…), contributing to shaping a “new financial district” according to the model. CBD extension.

1) The Metropole Thu Thiem: a hub for “branded living” and a source of Grade A office space.

The Metropole Thu Thiem Developed by SonKim Land in the heart of Thu Thiem, positioned according to the model high-end residential – commercial – office complex.  

Some market sources indicate the project has a large supply scale. over 1.300 apartments and approximately 100.000 m² of office space (when completed).  

While, The Metropole project website also emphasized Total floor area ~200.000 m² and the goal is to make a significant contribution to the supply. Grade A office in the new CBD.  

In terms of market value, prices here are often mentioned as being in the high range of the Thu Thiem core (especially the “branded/prime view” subdivisions), reflecting the appeal of the “live – work – enjoy” segment right in the future administrative/financial center.

2) Empire City: A $1,2 billion “mega-complex” with an 88-story tower as its highlight.

empire city It is a large-scale project in Thu Thiem, often mentioned with a total investment of approximately… 1,2 billion USD, developed according to the model Apartments – Offices – Commercial – Hotels and a iconic 88-story tower.  

In the media, the project is also associated with the narrative of a new “landmark” for the Thu Thiem skyline, in which Empire 88 TowerIt is presented as a key element in creating the distinctive urban architecture along the riverfront.

3) Lotte Eco Smart City: the “eco-smart-mixed-use” piece in the heart of Thu Thiem.

Lotte Eco Smart City (also known as Thu Thiem Eco Smart City) is one of the large-scale projects announced at Thu Thiem core, development orientation according to the model multi-functional urban complex: high-end housing, offices, commercial and service spaces, public spaces, and operational solutions. Smart cities – sustainable developmentThanks to its prime location as a “gateway” directly connecting to District 1, the project is often seen as a piece that helps complete the ecosystem. work–live–play for the new central area along the Saigon River.

Perspective of Lotte Eco Smart City Thu Thiem project
Perspective of Lotte Eco Smart City Thu Thiem project

The noteworthy aspect of Lotte Eco Smart City lies not only in its “new type of planning” (eco + smart), but also in its role. Activating the flow of people and commercial capital. As Thu Thiem enters a phase of accelerated infrastructure development and the expansion of financial and service functions, the project is expected to add to the supply within the “new financial district” landscape. commercial and office space and create a cluster of amenities strong enough to bring the urban lifestyle towards Thu Thiem, instead of just being a residential area.

With its prime “riverfront – CBD core” location, if smoothly restarted, the project will add another cluster of amenities. Office – Commercial – Accommodation – Apartments This helps to complete the amenities system for the financial district. Lotte Thu Thiem Together with Metropole and Empire City, they form a cluster of riverside projects, easily becoming a new “destination” in Thu Thiem.

Why are these three projects considered to be “shaping” the new financial district?

Thu Thiem new urban area in the future
Thu Thiem new urban area in the future
  1. Location of the core operation along the riverAll three are located in the heart of Thu Thiem, directly facing District 1, making them strategically positioned to form a service and financial “belt” along both banks of the river, as envisioned in the VIFC planning.  
  2. Providing a “work-live-play” ecosystem.Metropole excels in branded living and office spaces; Empire City is a multi-functional complex; Lotte adds “eco-smart” and large-scale commercial segments.  
  3. Historic iconEmpire 88 Tower and the cluster of riverside high-rises create a “financial skyline” identity (similar to major CBDs).

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