The planning of Putrajaya emphasizes the preservation of its eco-system while promoting an active, lively and caring society. The city is designed to provide opportunity for retreat from the pressures and stress of modern living.

Putrajaya is a planned city being built according to a series of comprehensive policies and guidelines for land use, transportation system, utilities, infrastructure, housing, public amenities, information technology, parks and gardens.

The Garden City concept incorporates the following features:

Layout

~  a formal axis punctuated with nodal features;

~  structuring of the Core Area into identifiable precincts;

~  a variety of informal and formal activity areas.

Landscaping

~  38 percent of the land earmarked as green areas

~  reforestation and enhancement of the natural landscape;

~  promoting local flora as a Malaysian landscape identity;

~  creating a network of open spaces.

Urban Form

~  designed to suit topography, local climate and cultural norms;

~  creation of interesting cityscape;

~  optimization of scenic panoramic views and spatial experiences;

~  incorporation of intelligent buildings and infrastructural features.

Vision and Philosophy

Putrajaya was created with the guidance of three simple ideologies:

~  Man and his Creator

~  Man and man

~  Man and nature

The concept is simple. Putrajaya is a city within a luscious garden, hinging on a balance of ideal qualities of living, working environment. Architecturally, Putrajaya will be an indigenous city with a modern look. Planned to the most minute detail, this intelligent garden city will enhance the goal of the nation in nurturing a caring and progressive society.