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BEACON Executive Suite, designed by Sa.Lee Architect Planner, is a contemporary 29-storey SOHO building tailored for those seeking an exclusive high-rise living and working environment. The building’s façade is a harmonious blend of concrete, steel, glass, and plants.
Two-Storey Residential Home | 2021 – Ongoing
A residential project by SML Architects, covering 600 m² and combining modern design with functionality in Kuching, Sarawak.
A fun and vibrant take on a Chinese BBQ restaurant; a design and construct project recently completed by the young team at Worksmint Studio. Drop in for the playful interiors and spicy barbecue skewers.
'A Gift of Hope' is a kindergarten expansion project by Design Network Architects in Long Lamam, Sarawak, aimed at providing education to the isolated Penan children in the Baram region.
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.
In July 2015, a volunteer mission led by Ar. Wong Siew Ling constructed a church and community hall in Pa'dang, a Penan settlement near the River Adang, Sarawak, using local timber and overcoming logistical challenges with the help of 32 volunteers.
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.
This article was published in the PAMSC newsletter in 2017, and updated here by Wee Hii Min in view of the current challenges faced by local architecture firms in finding Part 1 and 2 graduates for employment.
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.
The Petrajaya International Cycling Arena (P.I.C.A) is a final year thesis project by Mohamad Fairus bin Mohamed Rafi from Universiti Sains Malaysia. Using the 'infinite loop' concept, P.I.C.A includes a Cycling Academy, Cycling Village, retail spaces, and a boutique hotel, emphasizing sustainability and innovation in a community-focused design.
Refurbishing Kuching’s long-abandoned Country View Hotel, MWA Architects transformed the derelict building into a modern hotel. With a new facade, upgraded facilities, and a blend of history and innovation, Roxy Impiana Hotel begins a new chapter in its legacy.