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OCTQ Architects crafted a home where fun meets functionality — a sculptural, blossom-inspired staircase and a four-storey rock climbing wall add playful charm, while the maroon façade brings elegance. Vibrant walkways and stunning KL skyline views complete this dynamic, party-ready space — perfectly reflecting its owner's bold aesthetic.
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.
Kuching Airport, opened on 26th September 1950, was a major post-WWII project in Sarawak, built with British funding. The airport's growth, driven by increased demand, led to expansions, culminating in the modern Kuching International Airport after several upgrades.
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.
The first in a series of articles aimed at refreshing our collective memories of lessons about designing for living in the tropics; this one talks about the climatic and cultural meaning of ‘thresholds’.
Explore the importance of manual drawing and model-making in architecture education, highlighting the emotional connections and unique identities created through hands-on craftsmanship, while encouraging discussions and fostering creativity in a digital age.
'From Bars to Boroughs' by Kelvin Lee, a student from Taylor's University, explores architecture as an assemblage, emphasising fluidity and socio-spatial interactions. Kelvin is also one of the winners of the PAMSC Design Festival 2024’s 'University Best Project Competition'.
'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'.
Winner of ARCHITALENT 2024, UiTM Sarawak student Constantine Claudius Embagos' “Gaia Revolt” reimagines urban development by merging rural and urban spaces for a sustainable, inclusive future. Inspired by the Gaia hypothesis, Gaia Revolt uses VR, bioengineering, and renewable energy to bridge gaps between communities, promoting social justice, cultural preservation, and environmental balance.
Saint-Gobain Gyproc® FireLine® is a specially formulated gypsum board designed to maintain structural integrity even at high temperatures, with a fire rating of up to 2 hours.
IM-EUROSHINGLE™, IM-SEAM™, IM-EUROPANEL™, ALUMINIUM PANELS, and IMETAL FACADE were used for the dome, roof, façade, and ceiling of Masjid Al-Madinah Al-Husna respectively. These high-performance materials, with finishes like COLOURCOIL® PVF2 and selected colour coating, offer durability, corrosion resistance, sleek designs, and easy maintenance.
Hock Seng Lee (HSL) introduces Jigsaw, a high-rise condominium near Kuching International Airport. With unique corner unit designs for privacy, luxurious amenities like a saltwater pool and gym, and a variety of unit sizes, Jigsaw offers a premium living experience in East Malaysia.
Completed in 2023, Masjid Al-Madinah Al-Husna in SibuJaya features a unique 'GUDI' kite form, incorporating natural light and motifs inspired by local flora and fauna to create a welcoming atmosphere.