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ArchDaily Building of the Year 2025 | Finalist for Houses Category
Brickwood Villa, designed by Futurground, is a thoughtful retrofit of a 1980s suburban home. It features passive design, courtyards, high ceilings, and natural materials to create a breathable, climate-responsive space that embraces ageing, imperfection, and spatial clarity.

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Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

SMK Lundu

Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

Project Shop PLT conceives SMK Lundu as a deliberate departure from colonial ideals of order and authority, instead offering a layered spatial experience that encourages exploration, contemplation, and the creation of memories—where form is intentionally designed, but space is meant to be lived in and felt.

Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

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Products, UGI, Roofing

UGI UNILOK® for Pandelela Rinong Aquatic Centre

Products, UGI, Roofing

A record-breaking feat in roofing innovation by UGI, the UNILOK® roofing system set a new benchmark with an 81 m continuous steel sheet installation at the Pandelela Rinong Aquatic Centre. SIRIM-certified and engineered with COLORBOND® ULTRA MATT, this advanced roofing solution exemplifies cutting-edge design, exceptional durability, and superior performance in tropical climates.

Products, UGI, Roofing

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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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Borneo Eco Show, Malaysia, Sarawak

BES2025 — Report

Borneo Eco Show, Malaysia, Sarawak

Explore key moments from the Borneo Eco Show 2025, held in Kuching from 9–11 May. Featuring a global Design Forum, Trade Expo, and the BEStride Run, the event celebrated sustainability, architecture, and community. Organised by BESTeam with support from PAMSC, Swinburne Sarawak, and Business Events Sarawak (BES).

Borneo Eco Show, Malaysia, Sarawak

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Student Projects

The Sanctuary: A Vertical Microcosm of Borneo’s Natural Landscapes

Student Projects

The Sanctuary, by Joanne Ho from UNIMAS, is a luxury high-rise in Kuching that integrates urban living with nature. Inspired by Borneo’s diverse ecosystems, its garden terraces evoke the essence of rivers, rainforests, and highlands. The design pays tribute to Sarawak’s indigenous wisdom through biophilic and sustainable architecture.

Student Projects

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Outreach, Malaysia, Selangor

The Lighthouse Library

Outreach, Malaysia, Selangor

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.

Outreach, Malaysia, Selangor

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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

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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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History, Malaysia, Sarawak

Kuching Forgotten Treasure

History, Malaysia, Sarawak

Rediscover Kuching’s Old Nurses’ Quarters in this article by Vicky Fong, highlighting its unique post-war architecture and role in Sarawak’s healthcare history. As preservation efforts grow, the piece explores the challenge of balancing heritage conservation with modern urban development.

History, Malaysia, Sarawak

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Built, Malaysia, Sarawak, Awards, Atap Design Awards

Botanika Garden P House

Built, Malaysia, Sarawak, Awards, Atap Design Awards

ADA Designer of the Year Award 2024 (East Malaysia)
ADA Best Residential Design (Landed) 2024 > 3000 sq ft | Gold winner
Botanika Garden P House, designed by J HOUS Studio, masterfully balances geometric forms with an emphasis on natural light, utilising strategically placed windows and a skylight to create a calm and harmonious ambience.

Built, Malaysia, Sarawak, Awards, Atap Design Awards