KLAF 2019 : Recent Malaysian Architecture

Recent Malaysian Architecture celebrates architectural gems of the last decade that showcase innovative spatial designs and qualities to enrich the inhabitants’ experience. It is displayed at Balai Seni Negara from 30th May 2019 to 15th July 2019. It was spearheaded by Ar. Norzaini bin Mufti and a team of curators Ar Qhawarizmi Norhisham, Ar Yasmin Rahman and Ar Aziah Hassan. 

As society matures, there is an enhanced appreciation of the wellbeing of the community and its environment. The exhibition reveals finer architectural details and traits of buildings which are featured in the publication, Malaysian Recent Architecture volume 2, launched concurrently with the exhibition.

The launch was held on the 30th of May 2019, among the attendees were Ms Lillian Tay, President to Malaysian Institute of Architects and YB Datuk Mohamaddin Ketapi, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia. The event was then followed with the signing of Commemorative Plaque Ceremony and the launch of Recent Malaysian Architecture Vol 2. 

The book features projects that are mainly sourced from PAM’s yearly Awards. While, the exhibition complements the book by showcasing 30 noteworthy projects that unravel their character, traits and ambience in black and white, architectural portraits.

Alongside these expressive portraits are sketches, models and construction photos reminiscing the ideation of these architectural marvels. As a record of Architecture achievements in Malaysia, the book aims to give recognition to the parties involved in architectural production in Malaysia, to foster healthy debates on Malaysian architecture as well as encourage the public to visit these buildings.

Malaysia’s achieved its independence 60 years ago. Since then, the country has enjoyed development and growth that are enviable to many other countries in the region and the world. Naturally, the country’s growth went through cycles of rapid and moderate development.

Though not as robust as the 90s, the Malaysian built environment has witnessed rapid growth in the last decade. Its socioeconomic stature and technological advances of the nation conceived the need for exemplary and innovative spaces for us to live, work and thrive.

Words by Elizabeth Dass

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