A Residence by Uno Space is a tranquil family sanctuary with Zen-inspired architecture. This residence is thoughtfully designed as a serene retreat for a modern family, drawing inspiration from Zen philosophy to cultivate calmness and balance amidst the demands of everyday life. The architectural concept embraces a warm wood-tone palette, which infuses the interiors with a sense of natural harmony and grounded tranquility.

This home curated by J HOUS Studio embraces a minimalist Nordic aesthetic while remaining warm and inviting, giving the newlyweds a serene retreat from their busy routines. Designed with intention, it balances quiet intimacy with spaces that welcome friends and family. At its heart is an open kitchen and dining area, where functionality meets style, allowing for shared cooking, lively dinners, and beautifully curated gatherings.

The Meadows Bungalow by SML Architects was designed to fulfill a family’s longing for a home connected to nature after years in apartments. The client wanted spaces where children could enjoy pets, plants, water, and fresh air, while still maintaining apartment-like comforts such as safety, minimal maintenance, and air-conditioning. The house balances openness and privacy, with flowing ground-floor spaces, a central green courtyard, and transitional terraces that connect indoors with gardens. Wrapped in zincalume for durability, the design nurtures family life while embracing nature

Solarium House by Futurground reimagines a former office as a serene, climate-conscious home. Embracing Malaysia’s tropical climate, it employs passive cooling, natural light, and reclaimed materials to offer a sustainable model of adaptive reuse in dense urban settings.

Designed by PU Architects, the Hikmah Exchange in old Kuching City preserves the Malay community’s heritage while shaping a new commercial gateway for Satok. The development introduces contemporary office towers, commercial areas, and open public spaces, fostering economic growth and supporting a sustainable, future-ready transformation at the heart of the city.

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.

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.

Creative Colour Awards 2025 | Best in Residential Exterior Category
V21 Residence at Kota Kinabalu Industrial Park, by Mak Arkitek Konsult, comprises 1,121 affordable units for its employees. Each block features an airwell core for natural light and ventilation, reducing energy use. The project prioritises quality, practicality, and accessible design.

PAM Awards 2025 | Silver for Multiple Residential (High Rise) Category
Lumos Residence, a single-tiered, low-density 9-storey serviced apartment by MNSC Architects, is designed with a focus on sustainability and privacy. Featuring smart devices, rainwater harvesting, and passive shading elements in each unit to enhance energy efficiency, the apartment won accolades for design excellence at the PAM Awards 2025.

PAM Awards 2025 | Silver for Commercial (High Rise) Category | Shortlisted for Green Building Category
The award-winning UNIFOR Complex by David Ong Architect is a sustainable landmark near Kuching, combining passive design, cultural symbolism, and community spaces to promote interfaith unity and environmental responsibility.

Led by PDC Design Group, the St Ann Church extension in Kota Padawan is inspired by the Dayak Longhouse, featuring two L-shaped buildings framing a central courtyard. Blending cultural heritage with climate-conscious design, it supports over 2,500 congregants through collaborative, functional spaces.

St. Peter’s Church, designed by Architect DesignPractice, is a new Gothic-inspired landmark in Kuching. It features Italian stained glass and local woodwork, blending historic and modern elements, and serves over 1,000 parishioners.

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.

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.

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.

Hup Kee Residences in Kuching offers 216 semi-furnished apartments, ranging from studios to 3-bedroom units. Elevated above parking, each unit features air-conditioning, kitchen fittings, and a balcony. The eco-friendly design by MNSC Architects incorporates natural ventilation, sun shading, and locally sourced materials, making it ideal for Malaysia’s tropical climate.

Design Network Architects transformed the trapezoid-shaped site into an opportunity by offsetting the building line on both sides of the boundary, creating two distinct projections. By softening the sharp edges with a full-height curving glazing, it becomes the focal point of the house, designed to accommodate a feature tree.

PAM Awards 2024 | Silver for Single Residential Category
Designed by MNSC Architects, House at Urat Mata features unorthodox rectangular vent blocks as the building façade for sun protection and privacy, using an open layout to blur boundaries between living spaces, creating a harmonious balance between architectural coherence and functionality.