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UCSI University’s School of Architecture & Built Environment (SABE) and Colllab have renovated the library at SJK(C) Kampung Baru Ampang to create a modular, flexible space that promotes reading habits through innovative displays and seating, enhancing the learning experience for both students and teachers.

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Products, Exal, Housing, Awards, APAC Property Awards

SÓL Estate®

Products, Exal, Housing, Awards, APAC Property Awards

APAC Awards 2023-2024 | Best Architecture Multiple Residence
APAC Awards 2023-2024 | Best Residential Development 20+ Units
SÓL Estate by EXAL in Kuching spans 31 acres, designed by DKO Architecture and LandArt Design, blending Australian nature with Sarawak culture. Tailored for multigenerational living, it features sustainable, solar-oriented homes, amenities, and concierge services in a well-connected Batu Kawah area.

Products, Exal, Housing, Awards, APAC Property Awards

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Built, Cambodia, Phnom Penh

The Commune

Built, Cambodia, Phnom Penh

Lateral Architects reimagines urban housing through six low-rise blocks in The Commune, located in Toul Kork district. Open pathways, shared spaces, and climate-responsive design foster community over isolation.

Built, Cambodia, Phnom Penh

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Products, Nippon Paint, Paint Systems

Nippon Paint for SAMA Square — Reinventing Urban Connectivity in Setapak

Products, Nippon Paint, Paint Systems

Nippon Paint is used in the SAMA Square project in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, enhancing its community-focused design. The project features Nippon Paint® Weatherbond (Quartz) and Nippon Paint® 9000 Gloss Finish, offering long-lasting protection and vibrant finishes that keep the spaces visually appealing and resilient.

Products, Nippon Paint, Paint Systems

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Built, Malaysia, Sarawak, Awards, PAM Awards

House at Urat Mata

Built, Malaysia, Sarawak, Awards, PAM Awards

PAM Awards 2024 | Silver for Single Residential Category
Designed by MNSC Architects, House at Urat Mata features unorthodox rectangular vent blocks as the building façade for sun protection and privacy, using an open layout to blur boundaries between living spaces, creating a harmonious balance between architectural coherence and functionality.

Built, Malaysia, Sarawak, Awards, PAM Awards

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Practice

Home

Practice

A reflection on home, identity, and architectural practice rooted in Borneo. From family homes to student exchanges, this piece explores how spaces carry memory and foster belonging. It invites readers to contribute towards the community that grew you.

Practice

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Culture, Malaysia, Sarawak

The Satok Market

Culture, Malaysia, Sarawak

A physical and emotional recollection of the loss of a local landmark—a temporary weekend market in Kuching. Originally published in 2012, updated for online publication.

Culture, Malaysia, Sarawak

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Design, Review

Reimagining Urbanscape: From Art to Architecture

Design, Review

The theme for this year's PAMSC Design Forum is ‘Reimagining Urbanscape: From Art to Architecture’, featuring both local and international speakers from diverse backgrounds. This review aims to explore how art and architecture create imaginative, vibrant, and meaningful built environments at various scales.

Design, Review

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Under Construction, Malaysia, Sarawak

DUN Sarawak — Proposed Renovation of Café, Media Room & Cafeteria

Under Construction, Malaysia, Sarawak

DUN Sarawak Renovation | 2023 - present
Inspired by Sarawak's natural landscapes and cultural heritage, IDC Architects designed the new café, media room and staff cafeteria for DUN Sarawak to create functional, welcoming environments for a diverse range of users.

Under Construction, Malaysia, Sarawak

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Student Projects, Student Awards

Beacon of Life

Student Projects, Student Awards

'Beacon of Life' by Kelvin Lee, a student from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, explores disaster risk management centre to address urbanisation challenges and provide disaster relief. Kelvin is also one of the winners of the PAMSC Design Festival 2024's 'University Best Project Competition'.

Student Projects, Student Awards

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Installation, Malaysia, Sarawak

Moon Mission — Realising Urban Resilience through Art and Design Installations

Installation, Malaysia, Sarawak

The Moon Pavilion, a temporary installation at Palmerium Park for World Architecture Day 2022, aims to inspire creativity and celebrate local traditions. Made from bamboo, it blends architecture, art, and community engagement, offering a platform for cultural events and fostering sustainable urban development.

Installation, Malaysia, Sarawak