The Offices at Cinnamon Life, developed by John Keells Properties, has achieved the prestigious Gold GreenRE Certification for Sustainable Real Estate Excellence in the Existing Non-Residential Category. This accolade represents a notable advancement for the commercial real estate industry in Sri Lanka, as it marks the inaugural instance of GreenRE granting a green building rating to a project in the country. This achievement further establishes Cinnamon Life as a standard for innovative urban development.
The Gold certification signifies the project’s exemplary performance in sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmentally friendly design. It underscores a robust dedication to creating workspaces that not only fulfill contemporary business needs but also emphasize long-term ecological responsibility and operational effectiveness.
Founded in 2013 by the Real Estate and Housing Developers Association (REHDA) of Malaysia, GreenRE encourages sustainability in the property sector through its green building certification and rating systems, alongside training, awareness programs, and research initiatives. The certification framework is esteemed for promoting responsible development practices that contribute to more sustainable built environments throughout the region.
Positioned strategically in Colombo’s core as part of the City of Dreams integrated development, The Offices at Cinnamon Life provides a high-end commercial environment that merges modern infrastructure with principles of sustainable design. This development employs efficient building systems, maximizes energy performance, and adopts environmentally responsible operational practices, fostering a healthier and more effective workplace ecosystem.
Rusiru Abeyasinghe, Head of Asset Management for the Property Group and Vice President of John Keells Group, remarked on this accomplishment, stating, “Achieving the Gold GreenRE Certification is a remarkable accomplishment for The Offices at Cinnamon Life and a key milestone for Sri Lanka’s commercial real estate landscape. This recognition exemplifies our ongoing commitment to developing and managing spaces that meet internationally recognized sustainability standards, while also providing long-term benefits for businesses, occupants, and the broader urban community.”
The Offices at Cinnamon Life is part of the significant City of Dreams integrated development, which combines high-quality office spaces, hospitality, residences, retail, dining, and entertainment within a single locale. As businesses increasingly focus on sustainable and future-oriented work environments, certifications like GreenRE enhance the attractiveness of developments that merge operational efficiency with global environmental standards.
This recognition also highlights the rising significance of sustainability in Colombo’s dynamic commercial real estate sector, where organizations are increasingly prioritizing environmentally responsible workspaces that enhance employee wellbeing, efficiency, and long-term resilience.
Through projects like Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, John Keells Properties is taking a leading role in shaping the urban future of Sri Lanka, delivering developments that integrate sustainability, innovation, and exceptional design to provide enduring value for the city and its communities.
John Keells Properties serves as the real estate division of John Keells Group, the largest publicly traded conglomerate in Sri Lanka. With a strong history of delivering iconic projects such as The Emperor and Monarch at Crescat City, OnThree20, 7th Sense, TRI-ZEN, The Residences at Cinnamon Life, VIMAN Ja-Ela, and the most recent Vauxhall DSTRCT, the company continues to establish new standards in urban living and commercial real estate through innovation, quality, and reliability.
For more information regarding investment opportunities at City of Dreams Sri Lanka, please visit www.johnkeellsproperties.com or contact 070 2 151 151.
