On June 13, 2025, the Hubexo Asia Awards ceremony in Ho Chi Minh City marked a significant milestone, celebrating 20 years of honoring outstanding achievements in architecture and construction across Asia. This year, the awards spotlighted Vietnam's leading players in the real estate and construction sectors, with Vinhomes, Coteccons, and Unicons receiving top accolades for their commitment to sustainable development and innovation.
Vinhomes, a titan in Vietnam’s real estate market, was honored for the tenth time with the prestigious Top 10 Leading Investor award. Notably, Vinhomes was the only real estate brand among five enterprises to receive the newly introduced Elite Awards, a category recognizing companies that have consistently ranked in the Top 10 for at least ten years over two decades. This distinction underscores Vinhomes’ sustained leadership and dedication to shaping Vietnam’s urban landscape.
Having operated 30 urban areas nationwide by 2025, Vinhomes continues to set benchmarks with its ambitious projects. Among the standout developments is Vinhomes Green Paradise in Can Gio, Ho Chi Minh City, spanning an impressive 2,870 hectares and expected to house 230,000 residents. This project is envisioned as a model ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) urban area, emphasizing green, smart, and ecological pillars. Meanwhile, Vinhomes Green City in Long An, covering nearly 200 hectares, highlights the company’s strategic westward expansion from Ho Chi Minh City, capitalizing on robust infrastructure investments and public works.
In Hanoi, Vinhomes Global Gate has made waves with a record-breaking sale of over 4,000 low-rise units within just eight months of launch. This area is also home to the Vietnam Exhibition Center (VEC), ranked among the top ten largest globally, positioning Vinhomes Global Gate as a catalyst for Vietnam’s burgeoning Expo economy. Vinhomes Wonder City, located in West Hanoi, sparked a real estate frenzy; its Hưng Đông subdivision sold 92% of its initial batch within four days, while the Vịnh Bình Minh subdivision achieved sales worth 1,200 billion VND on launch day alone.
Other flagship projects, such as Vinhomes Royal Island in Hai Phong, Vinhomes Golden City in Dương Kinh, and Vinhomes Star City in Thanh Hoa, further cement Vinhomes’ pioneering role in key regional markets. Existing urban complexes like Ocean City, Vinhomes Grand Park, and Vinhomes Smart City remain emblematic of modern, green living that blends convenience and community spirit.
On the technology front, Vinhomes has embraced digital transformation to enhance resident experiences and operational efficiency. Platforms like Vinhomes Market for online transactions and the Vinhomes Resident app for management services, along with integrated smart city ecosystems, exemplify this forward-thinking approach. The Elite Award at Hubexo Asia Awards 2025 not only reaffirms Vinhomes’ dominance in Vietnam but also marks its rising stature across the Asian real estate market.
Meanwhile, the construction industry saw a remarkable achievement as Coteccons and Unicons, two leading Vietnamese contractors, made history by securing spots in the Top 10 Leading Contractors in Vietnam for the second consecutive year. This category was introduced only in 2024, highlighting companies based on the total construction value of projects initiated between January 1, 2023, and December 31, 2024, with extra recognition for projects registered with green building certifications.
Coteccons and Unicons’ continued presence in this elite group speaks volumes about their robust construction capabilities and long-term commitment to sustainable building practices. Coteccons’ portfolio boasts high-profile projects such as the Pandora factory, Suntory PepsiCo factory, Hoa Phat Group’s Dung Quat 2 “super” project, and Sun Urban City. Unicons has contributed to significant developments including the Apache shoe factory, Hanh Phuc Hospital, Pepsico Foods factory, and Tiến Bộ Plaza.
A shining example of green construction is the Pandora Production Vietnam factory, built by Coteccons. This facility operates entirely on renewable energy and has achieved LEED Gold certification, an internationally recognized standard for green buildings. This project exemplifies the growing trend of “greening” industrial construction in Vietnam, aligning with global sustainability goals.
Bolat Duisenov, Chairman of Coteccons’ Board of Directors, shared his perspective on this achievement: “The two brands, Coteccons and Unicons, share the same core values. We build every project with a strong sense of responsibility, pursue the highest standards in the construction industry, and always put people at the center of every decision. We are proud to be recognized at an awards ceremony that honors industry leaders in architecture and construction. As Vietnam’s leading general contractor, Coteccons acts as a hub, catalyst, and vital link for sustainable development in the construction sector. We connect partners, subcontractors, clients, engineers, and construction workers, and we are committed to creating a safer, more meaningful, and more comfortable ecosystem together.”
He emphasized that the “Industry Leader” designation is not just about excelling in their own work but also about raising the overall standards of the construction industry, inspiring new thinking, and motivating collective action across the entire construction ecosystem.
The dual recognition of Coteccons and Unicons at the Hubexo Asia Awards 2025 not only confirms their outstanding construction prowess but also reflects the rigorous standards Coteccons has set for itself—from technical expertise and safety protocols to a steadfast commitment to sustainable development.
The Hubexo Asia Awards, formerly known as BCI Asia Awards, have become one of the most anticipated events in the architecture and construction sectors across Asia. Held annually across seven countries and territories, including Vietnam, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines, the awards honor companies that have made significant contributions to sustainable, innovative, and high-quality developments.
As the awards celebrate two decades of excellence in 2025, the spotlight on Vinhomes, Coteccons, and Unicons highlights Vietnam’s growing influence in the regional real estate and construction industries. These companies are not only shaping skylines but are also driving forward-thinking, environmentally conscious urban development and construction practices.
From sprawling urban projects that blend green living with smart technology to construction feats that prioritize renewable energy and sustainability, Vietnam’s industry leaders are setting new standards. Their work reflects a broader shift toward responsible growth that balances economic development with environmental stewardship and social wellbeing.
With Vinhomes defining new paradigms for urban lifestyle and Coteccons and Unicons leading the charge in sustainable construction, the future of Vietnam’s built environment looks promising. These achievements at the Hubexo Asia Awards 2025 serve as a testament to the country’s ambition and capability to compete on a global stage, marrying innovation with tradition and modernity with sustainability.
