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Conceived by AR+C Design Group, Longhouse Lodge, now Rainforest Lodge, is a guest accommodation within Mulu National Park HQ. Built on a tight budget, it uses an industrialised, modular system in harmony with existing structures and the environment.

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Editorial

Two Sarawak Architecture Firms Win at PAM Awards 2025

Editorial

MNSC Architects and David Ong Architect from Sarawak were recognised with Silver Awards at the PAM Awards 2025 in Kuala Lumpur for their outstanding designs of Lumos Residence and UNIFOR Complex. The awards celebrate innovation and excellence in Malaysian architecture.

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Products, Exal, Housing, Awards, APAC Property Awards

SÓL Estate®

Products, Exal, Housing, Awards, APAC Property Awards

APAC Awards 2023-2024 | Best Architecture Multiple Residence
APAC Awards 2023-2024 | Best Residential Development 20+ Units
SÓL Estate by EXAL in Kuching spans 31 acres, designed by DKO Architecture and LandArt Design, blending Australian nature with Sarawak culture. Tailored for multigenerational living, it features sustainable, solar-oriented homes, amenities, and concierge services in a well-connected Batu Kawah area.

Products, Exal, Housing, Awards, APAC Property Awards

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Products, Nippon Paint, Paint Systems

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.

Products, Nippon Paint, Paint Systems

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Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

Park 2

Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

Park 2 is a 1960s kampung-style home in Kuching, reimagined by CC Chan Architect into a modern, eco-friendly dwelling. Retaining the original footprint, it blends traditional elements with contemporary design in a sustainable, low-maintenance home.

Built, Malaysia, Sarawak

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Practice

Home

Practice

A reflection on home, identity, and architectural practice rooted in Borneo. From family homes to student exchanges, this piece explores how spaces carry memory and foster belonging. It invites readers to contribute towards the community that grew you.

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Outreach, Malaysia, Selangor

The Lighthouse Library

Outreach, Malaysia, Selangor

UCSI University’s School of Architecture & Built Environment (SABE) and Colllab have renovated the library at SJK(C) Kampung Baru Ampang to create a modular, flexible space that promotes reading habits through innovative displays and seating, enhancing the learning experience for both students and teachers.

Outreach, Malaysia, Selangor

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Design, Review

Reimagining Urbanscape: From Art to Architecture

Design, Review

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.

Design, Review

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Under Construction, Malaysia, Sarawak

Meadows Bungalow

Under Construction, Malaysia, Sarawak

Two-Storey Residential Home | 2021 – present
A residential project by SML Architects, covering 600 m² and combining modern design with functionality in Kuching, Sarawak.

Under Construction, Malaysia, Sarawak

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Student Projects, Student Awards

From Bars to Boroughs

Student Projects, Student Awards

'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'.

Student Projects, Student Awards

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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