The Troika by Foster + Partners & GDP Architects

Background 

Troika is a Russian word for a chariot drawn by three horses abreast. It is a strong name that not only alludes to the three striking towers, but which also commemorates the location’s equine tradition as the former Kuala Lumpur Turf Club. The project is developed by Bandar Raya Developments Berhad (BRDB) and is designed by Foster & Partners in conjunction with Malaysian architects GDP Architects. 

Suria Jelutong Serviced Suites by GDP Architects

Suria Jelutong is a visionary mixed commercial development that features two blocks of high security serviced suites and an upmarket retail centre in Bukit Jelutong,  Standing tall on an area of 4.5 acres, Suria Jelutong incorporates contemporary designs and modern concepts that cater to the upscale society, promising better quality of living.

The built-ups of these exclusive suites range from 450 sq ft to 1,657 sq ft. Planned facilities include function halls, BBQ pit, indoor gymnasium, business centre, games and TV rooms, sauna, kindergarten and surau. The development is sited with easy access to the NKVE, Elite Highway, Shah Alam Expressway and Federal Highway. Conceptualised by Malaysia’s premier architects-GDP Architects, Suria Jelutong entails an infinity pool that enhances the overall attractiveness of the waterfront plus a scenic rooftop sky park that provides breath-taking views from above.

Springtide Residence by Architects 61 Sdn Bhd

The Springtide Residences tsunami devastation into Penang’s prime residential location designed by Architects 61 Sdn Bhd is located in Penang, Malaysia.  The development is conceptualised with luxury in mind where the tower accommodates two apartments per floor at grand sizes of 370 sq m and 465 sq m, with two lifts serving each unit without the need to share. The villas come with their own private lift, lap pool garden and private garage for 5 cars. The towers and villas cover 15% of the footprint, leaving the deck fully landscaped to reduce the ‘heat island’ effect and provide a lush landscaped environment. 

The efficiency of a typical apartment floor is 92%. All this built at a cost of RM200 (45 Euro) per sq ft, whilst sales achieved were at RM750 (170 Euro) per sq ft – a record in Penang – and construction costs were kept within budget.

Infinity Condominium by Architects 61 Sdn Bhd

The Infinity Condominium luxury residential designed by Architects 61 Sdn Bhd is located in Penang, Malaysia. Cost was achieved through innovative design where the 2 sub-level car parks are naturally ventilated taking advantage of site terrain. Drop-off is raised by a level and the entrance placed closer to the sea with an approach via a grand boulevard of trees, creating a statement. The site is bound by the sea at the north, a polluted Kelian River at the West and a main arterial road at the south.

Putrajaya Waterfront Development by Studio Nicoletti & Hijjas Kasturi Associates

“The building should have a uniqueness that tells of its place of origin, which is culturally modern, Islamic and tropical in nature. This group of houses is on the artificial lake, so we conceived a complex of elements, like a fleet, each one inspired by a boat.” - Manfredi Nicoletti

Putrajaya is located on a stretch of Malaysia between Kuala Lumpur and Kuala Lumpur International Airport. It will eventually be the most accessible city in Malaysia, surrounded by expressways, urban highways and railways. Tagged “The Garden City” because of its preservation of existing eco features and plans to set aside a third of its area for lush greenery, gardens and parks.

The Capers, Sentul East

Recently, The Capers in Sentul East was completed and making the Sentul area as the upcoming hotspot in Kuala Lumpur for residential properties.  Looking very elegant with the steel-glass facade and the zig-zag tapering of the form; the layered-looking high rise condominium consisted of 2 blocks with a podium which also housed few units of 5 storeys town houses.