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Billy Goat Coffee, designed by Design Network Architects, transforms a flood-prone storage space into a cosy coffee bar with minimal modifications, blending adaptability and comfort for coffee lovers.
MIID Reka Design Awards 2023 for Design Excellence | Silver Award in Public & Institutional Category
Selected from a design shortlisting process by PAMSC, IDC Architects created a multifunctional space for the architects, graduates, and the public. The design highlights the use of common building materials such as oxidised metal, in-situ concrete, and plywood to craft memorable, functional spaces.
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.
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 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.
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’.
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.
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'.
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.
The Sarawak Broadcasting Academy is envisioned as a state-of-the-art institution for future broadcasting professionals. Designed by Zainul Abidin bin Malek from Universiti Sains Malaysia as his final year thesis, it serves as a center for academic excellence and local culture preservation. This sustainable campus embodies Sarawak's cultural essence while allowing for future expansion.
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.
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.
PAM Awards 2006 | Mention for Public and Civic Buildings Category
Designed by Design Network Architects, this is a modern interpretation of the church building; sombre and compact exterior with a well-detailed interior that stretches a simple material palette into a warm and personable space.