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PAMSC Design Forum 2026 — A Personal Observation

The PAMSC Design Forum 2026, themed ‘Edges and Transitions – Designing Between Worlds’, brought together local and international architects to share their ideas, projects and design philosophies. This personal reflection explores the speakers’ approaches to architecture, their diverse perspectives on design, and the key takeaways from this year’s forum.

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Built, Malaysia, Johor

Sunway Group’s Southern Region Office

Built, Malaysia, Johor

Sunway Group’s Southern Region (SSR) Office is a modular workplace in Johor, Malaysia, positioned on a high verge overlooking the Johor-Singapore Causeway. Conceived as a fast-track and adaptable workplace, the building explores how modularity, prefabrication and passive design can shape a responsive architectural environment. A regular structural grid establishes flexibility, while demountable components allow for future re-use. Landscaped courtyards, interconnected spaces and generous overhanging roofs introduce natural light, shade and ventilation, creating a balanced relationship between workplace, climate and site.

Built, Malaysia, Johor

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Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

SJK (C) Chung Hua Batu 11 Matang

Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

SJK(C) Chung Hua Batu 11 demonstrates how disciplined architecture can elevate the ordinary school through a response to place, climate, and community. Drawing from Gunung Serapi, the school establishes a distinct civic identity while remaining rooted in its landscape. Passive climatic strategies, shaded learning corridors, child-scaled openings, green façades, and playful circulation transform everyday elements into spaces for learning, discovery, and social exchange — creating a resilient educational landscape with lasting civic value.

Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

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Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

Serian Government Office Complex

Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

The proposed Serian Government Office Complex (GOC) serves as a centralised hub for key administrative departments within the newly established Serian Division. Inspired by the Bidayuh Longhouse and Baruk, the design reflects community, unity, and shared purpose. Multiple building blocks are arranged in a clustered layout, connected by curved corridors around a landscaped courtyard. At its heart, a Baruk-inspired structure functions as a social and civic focal point, housing a multi-purpose hall and exhibition space for public engagement.

Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

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Special Projects, 2026, Malaysia, Sarawak, Pioneer Architect

Datuk Ar. Dr. Ting Ing Chiew: Shaping Architecture in Sarawak

Special Projects, 2026, Malaysia, Sarawak, Pioneer Architect

Ting Ing Chiew’s architectural style was strongly shaped by Sarawak’s tropical climate and local traditions. He emphasized natural ventilation, shading, deep eaves, elevated structures and landscaped surroundings to create comfortable buildings suited to the region. Influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright and South American architecture, he adapted modern ideas to local conditions. His work also contributed to the growing recognition of architects’ role in improving Sarawak’s residential, commercial and urban environments.

Special Projects, 2026, Malaysia, Sarawak, Pioneer Architect

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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.

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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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Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

RT Cargo

Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

Designed by MinWee Architects, the former 1980s car showroom was transformed into a new office for a logistics company with minimal demolition. Most existing structures were retained, while new additions—mainly lightweight steel—were introduced for speed and cost efficiency. A steel mezzanine creates an open-plan office, and the old dealership rooms now house back-of-house functions. A new single-storey, container-inspired conference block fronts the site. Completed in nine months, the project relied on on-site decision-making and close client involvement, serving as valuable training for the young team.

Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

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Installation, Taiwan

Pearls of Wisdom

Installation, Taiwan

The 2026 Taoyuan Land Art Festival brought together artists and architects from 14 countries to create site-specific installations along Taiwan’s 35-kilometre Pearl Coast. Through collaboration, community engagement, and a deep response to the coastal landscape, the festival demonstrates how art can foster cultural dialogue, strengthen local identity, and leave a lasting legacy beyond the exhibition itself.

Installation, Taiwan

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Design Stage, Malaysia, Sarawak

Returning to Where It Began

Design Stage, Malaysia, Sarawak

Returning to my middle school after twenty years, I came back not as a student but as an architect. What began as casual conversations evolved into small proposals—refurbishing spaces and improving circulation. These modest interventions reflect a thoughtful approach, where sensitively introducing new elements supports and reinvigorates the existing. Good architecture does not need to be flamboyant to work well. In schools, it becomes the quiet backdrop where everyday life unfolds and new memories are formed.

Design Stage, Malaysia, Sarawak

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IMetal for Masjid Al-Madinah Al-Husna

Products, IMetal, Dome, Roofing, Facade, Ceiling

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.

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