Building & Investment Jan - Feb 2017

www.b-i.biz PUBLISHER B & I Worldwide Sdn Bhd EDITOR Eric Tan

EDITOR’SNOTE

Welcome to our first edition for 2017. While last year was tough for most economic regions, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region recorded positive economic growth of 4.7 per cent. Despite

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the recent protectionist policies which resulted in the U.S. pull-out from the

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to be cautiously optimistic in 2017.

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12-country Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), the ASEAN economy is expected If you are interested to know what’s in store for us this year in the Asia Pacific real estate market, read CBRE-WTW’s market report (pg 14).

Tough times or not, development has to go on and countries like Malaysia will continue to see its economy grow this year, according to GDP forecasts— largely driven by infrastructure projects, capital spending in the manufacturing and services sectors, and domestic demand.

Meanwhile in this issue, we bring you interesting stories like: Superhouses for the super rich (pg 6); Gravit8 which offers contemporary lifestyle at affordable prices (pg 8); a Beijing tea cafe in a rejuvenated old hutong neighbourhood (pg 10); and an iconic public swimming pool project in Hong Kong (pg 12).

For fengshui tips, you can read about AkzoNobel’s recommendations for lucky colours this year (pg 34).

In our Design Feature section, we search the world to bring you awardwinning inspirations like: the Ribbon House in Hong Kong (pg 50); One New Ludgate in London (pg 54); a futuristic bridge design in Zhangjiajie, China (pg 56); ColiRoma OneHundredTwentyEight in Mexico City (pg 58); H&M’s office in Taipei (pg 60); Garden Void House in Toronto (pg 62); and the rejuvenation of an old cinema in Moscow (pg 64).

If you have suggestions to offer, projects to highlight or events that you would like us to cover, do kindly drop us a note.

Happy reading and have a happy and productive year ahead!

ERIC TAN, Editor b-i@b-i.biz

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PROJECT HIGHLIGHT 6 Superhouse for the uber rich 8 Gravit8 mixed development, Selangor 10 Hutong Tea cafe, Beijing 12 Kennedy Town Swimming Pool, Hong Kong

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SPECIAL FEATURE 14 CBRE l WTW Asia Pacific Real Estate Market Outlook 2017 16 Plug and Play Precast: Design for flexible prefabricated housing 18 SEDA: Solar energy to empower consumers NEWS & EVENTS 20 Creavity and versatility in wood architecture 22 Launch of UMLand Medini Lakeside Gallery 24 Aurecon helps bring Qatar’s infrastructure vision to life 26 Piscine Global Asia returns 28 HB Reavis new Warsaw landmark 30 Xiamen Stone Fair 2017 32 MHE-Demag opens plant in Malaysia 33 Indonesia sees fastest construction growth 34 AkzoNobel ushers the Year of the Rooster with dashes of Blue 36 Thirteen composite champions win JEC Innovation Awards PRODUCTS & SERVICES 38 Solarvest: Bringing green and profitable energy to everyone 40 COLORBOND® celebrates 50 years of colour 42 Jotun Majestic Design 44 realcolor® Primero from CSC Steel 48 Philips Lighting ‘fans-first’ lighting 50 Classic high roll Roman clay roof DESIGN FEATURE 52 The Ribbon House, Hong Kong 54 One New Ludgate wins LEAF awards 56 Martin Duplantier bridge design 58 ColiRoma OneHundredTwentyEight, Mexico 60 H&M Taiwan office 62 Garden Void House, Toronto 64 Pushkinsky International Cinema Hall, Moscow

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Project Highlight

View of the house with the sunken firepit and pool in the foreground.

Superhouse for the uber rich on ‘secret’ Mediterranean island

Developer says only 30 of such houses will be built to maintain exclusivity.

Architect Magnus Ström asks “if there are Superyachts, why not Superhouses?”

The 50-metre infinity pool.

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SUPERHOUSE IS both a brand and an ethos—a vision for what is possible in contemporary residential architecture. Developer Superhouse Property Group Ltd wants to create nothing but the most exceptional houses in the world for the super-rich and just 30 of them to maintain exclusivity.

The design plan for the houses came from Magnus Ström, founder of Ström Architects, based in Lymington on the southern coast of England. Inspiration for the Superhouse concept first came when Ström worked next to a world-renowned naval architect. This was when Superyachts were first brought to his attention and it raised the questions: “Why couldn’t houses also reach the same heights of design quality and workmanship?” and “Why do superyachts exist, but not superhouses?”

In coming up with the design for these houses, the developer wanted to focus solely on their creation without the distraction of other industry sectors. They took a holistic route; not just for the design of the Superhouse, but also taking into consideration the individual lifestyle of the future owners.

When a potential buyer invests in a Superhouse, he or she is not just buying the architectural design but also the thought and processes behind the complementary elements that go into making the house unique. Superhouses are designed to be the most beautiful, unique and design-led houses possible.

Project Highlight

Looking out to the pier from the living room.

There will only be 30 Superhouses in total—much like a limited edition series of art or watches. To emphasise this, each house will have its own number discretely engraved somewhere into the facade.

This Superhouse featured here with serial number S00/30 is located at a private bay on an undisclosed Mediterranean island and is accessed via a long and winding road through the mountainous landscape or via helicopter for a quick transfer to the mainland. A walled entrance courtyard in local stone creates a sense of arrival—mirroring one’s presence in the sheltered, rocky bay while giving a view of the house against the open backdrop of the Mediterranean sea.

The design concept is very simple: two L-shaped stone walls define the house boundary. Within these walls are two distinct timber volumes containing separate functions.

The first contains service elements such as kitchen, stores, and staff accommodation.

The kitchen and dining areas are separated by sliding screens, which can sink into the floor to completely disappear and open up the two spaces. This enables a more open plan when the house is in “family mode”, but the kitchen can also be completely closed off when entertaining.

The second volume contains a spa and gym. Again, sliding screens are used to allow the volume to open up and connect the

Overview of KL Metropolis.

Living area with the spiral staircase in the background.

inhouse spa and gym spaces to the external areas. There is a staircase leading up to the master suite and four junior suites above, allowing the occupants to descend directly for morning exercises or a swim in the 50-metre infinity pool.

There is a private beach with an extended pier to accommodate a luxury yacht.

The design for Superhouse was recently awarded an American Architecture Prize (Silver in Architectural Design/Residential Architecture).

Looking down the pool to the al fresco dining area.

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Project Highlight

View of centre court with nautical theme.

Gravit8 to showcase contemporary lifestyle with nautical theme Developer Mitraland’s 15.6-acre project will be a mixed-use development aimed to create a new community in the royal town of Klang.

Central Park.

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SETTING ITSELF apart from typical developments at the surrounding area, Gravit8 (pronounced “gravitate”) will be an integrated mixed-use project to be built on a freehold 15.6-acre land with a man-made eightacre lake as the centrepiece. The development will comprise serviced apartments, speciality retail outlets, a mall, corporate offices, small offices/versatile offices (SoVos) and a boutique hotel.

The project is located in Klang, a royal town and former capital of the state of Selangor, Malaysia. The town is also famous as one of the busiest container ports in the world.

With its location in Klang and a myriad of amenities nearby like schools, hospitals and shopping malls, the development looks set to attract the younger working adults looking for their first property purchase in the area.

Gravit8 is conveniently located along Jalan Langat, opposite the proposed Johan Setia LRT station. It is also next to the Shah Alam Expressway (Kesas) headed towards Port Klang—about 15 minutes’ drive from Kota Kemuning.

Phase 1 of the project featured the launch of 22 units of shop offices while Phase 2A consists of two towers of residential units named Nordica and Adria. The remaining phases will see the unveiling of two more serviced apartments, namely Andaman and Ashino. Each tower comes with its own distinctive nautical designs to complement the development’s overall maritime theme.

Project Highlight

Entrance to retail area.

Another highlight is Pier 8, the bespoke retail and maritime food haven that’s set to be Klang’s first seafood hub. It will also feature a first-of-its-kind indoor salt water aquarium which will showcase a variety of ocean life and double up as an occasional live underwater performance arena.

The developer will spare no effort to ensure that Pier 8 focuses on bringing family and friends together under one roof. With a nett lettable area (NLA) of approximately 150,000 square feet spread over two levels and 700 parking bays, Pier 8 will also feature interesting design elements including a

maritime street walk with al-fresco dining and a selection of gourmet F&B options, open-air performance spaces and lush landscaping.

Pier 8 is designed by GDP Architects, an award-winning architectural firm.

The first phase of the development was launched in March 2015 and was met with an encouraging take-up of 80 per cent without much efforts in advertising. It offered 22 three- to five-storey shop offices that have built-ups of 4,909 to 18,190 sq ft and are priced from RM1.83 million to RM5.5 million. The phase is due for completion in May 2018.

Children’s play area.

Adria drop off area.

Phase 2A, comprising two towers offering more than 600 serviced apartments was also launched in late 2015. The apartments have built-ups of 600, 750, 850 and 1,000 sq ft with psf price of RM500 to RM550 at that time.

Mitraland’s general aim is to offer affordable lifestyle properties to discerning home buyers.

Mediterranean pool deck.

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Project Highlight

Roof top of the revamped ancient building.

Transforming an ancient building into a modern cafe in a ‘hutong’ district Arch Studio’s design gives new lease on life to five old houses in Beijing’s traditional hutong neighbourhood that pre-dates the Qing Dynasty.

One of the tea cum dining areas.

Corridors with glass showcase of the bamboo landscape.

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HUTONGS ARE traditional courtyard residences scattered across Beijing’s old districts. Arch Studio was given the task of tranforming an L-shaped cluster of five houses measuring 450 sq metres into a modern tea cafe. The old buildings were previously used to host business meetings before they became dormant due to poor management.

With the installation of the tea cafe, the place is expected to come alive again by attracting patrons to chill and dine at the venue. There will be ample space for patrons to read and enjoy a uniquely Beijing tradition—tea drinking.

The designer’s work started by analysing the old building’s history and architectural records. From the structure of the wood and the size of the grey bricks, it is found that the some of the building sections predate the Qing Dynasty while other sections have been re-modelled in the 1970s and 1980s.

In traditional Chinese architecture, space is divided partially between outdoors and indoors. It is winding and dynamic, presenting surprises for the visitor at every corner. In this project, that idea was replicated by connecting the exterior of the building with the interior like tree branches, at times blurring the boundaries between the courtyard and the building interior.

There are three courtyards inside the building and each of the tea rooms have their own views of the exterior scenery. Glass panels are used to showcase the bamboo landscape and steel beam columns were also used to replace some of the decaying wooden beams of the original structure. The overall effect is a seamless blend of old architecture with new installations for modern comfort.

More information at www.archstudio.cn

Project Highlight

Aerial view of the public swimming pool.

Kennedy Town Swimming Pool opens in Hong Kong with completion of final phase Architect Farrells’ award-winning design owes its distinctive shape to the surrounding streets and historical tram line that define the triangular site.

Another view of the project from a nearby flyover.

View of the indoor heated pool.

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THE SECOND and final phase of the Kennedy Town Swimming Pool, designed

by Farrells, was completed in early February this year.

The project’s first phase, comprising a 50-metre outdoor pool and an outdoor leisure pool, first opened to the public in May 2011. The earlier Kennedy Town Swimming Pool was demolished to make way for the construction of the MTR West Island Line.

Second phase additions include a 50m x 15m secondary pool, a 25m x 12.5m training pool and an oblong jacuzzi. The two pools are heated to allow the public to enjoy swimming all-year-round.

With the opening of the pools, the Kennedy Town MTR station project will be completed. The original site chosen for Kennedy Town Station was the Forbes Street Playground but construction would affect a row of 120-year-old Banyan trees growing on historic stone walls so the site was re-located.

The new site selected was a surface car park that enjoyed an uninterrupted sea view but had been left derelict since the land was reclaimed in the 1990s. To draw residents

Project Highlight

View of the project from Belcher Bay.

to this neglected corner of an otherwise vibrant neighbourhood, the site demanded a memorable icon.

During construction of the MTR West Island Line, the site adjacent to the first phase of the swimming pool was home to a shaft for the removal of underground spoil. After the railway line opened in 2014, construction on the pool’s second phase began. A new pool had to be opened before the existing one could be demolished.

Likened to a futuristic spaceship by the South China Morning Post, the new Kennedy Town Swimming Pool owes its distinctive shape to the streets and historical tram line that define the triangular site. Inspired by a shell, the building addresses the experience of arrival to Kennedy Town by tram or road from the east.

The low-lying form of the building respects the panoramic views that nearby residents enjoyed prior to the development and draws inspiration from its proximity to the harbour.

The new swimming complex features various environmental elements, including solar panels on the rooftop. Swimmers can also enjoy views of Victoria Harbour.

The Kennedy Town Swimming Pool has won awards and citations including Large Project of the Year 2016, awarded by the New Engineering Contract (NEC) of the UK’s Institution of Civil Engineers. It has been featured in numerous international

View of the outdoor pool.

View of the heated indoor pool facing north.

publications including Architect’s Journal, HKIA Journal, and Archdaily.

Kennedy Town is one of over 20 public swimming pools located across Hong Kong.

By mid-April, the complex will re-open a

secondary outdoor pool and a leisure pool, adding the finishing touches to the project.

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Special Feature

CBRE I WTW Asia Pacific Real Estate Market Outlook 2017 Series of global market assessments/reports with focus on Malaysia.

IN MAY 2016, CBRE Group, Inc. (listed on New York Stock Exchange as ‘CBG’), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Los Angeles, entered into a joint venture agreement with Malaysiandomiciled C H Williams Talhar & Wong Sdn Bhd to form the new re-branded entity CBRE | WTW. With amalgamated resources, the collaboration offers a broader spectrum of strategic services in real estate, property and investment management, appraisal and valuation, research and consultation, not to mention sales and leasing and mortgage banking on a global basis, including the Asia Pacific region, as a whole, and Malaysia, in particular.

Looking Back: Overview of 2016 To say the least, 2016 was an unqualified “challenge” for all business sectors with a carry-over of uncertainties from the preceding year, impacted by global economic slowdown, low crude oil and commodities prices, the weakened Ringgit and, quite recently, by Brexit and the US Presidential elections. Here on the home front, Malaysia is expected to post a real GDP growth of 4.2% for 2016, riding on “accelerated” domestic demand and consumption, Government infrastructure expenditure and “supported by retail spending” (locals and tourists). The proverbial silver lining, though, is that the weak Ringgit has spurred exports of goods and services and opened up opportunities for foreign investment. Whilst construction and manufacturing registered growth in the year under review, what was discernible was a lacklustre “business sentiment and slowdown in overall trading”.

Outlook for 2017 The one sure thing about 2017 is that it will be “challenging”, with the same cloud of uncertainties, rolling over from 2015/6 but continuing to hover with isolated breaks of sunbursts. CBRE | WTW reckons that Malaysia’s economic growth is expected to “remain stable with GDP growth of about 4.2%” and that domestic demand and consumption will continue to be the “key 14 Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz

Penang.

driver” with a “flat” inflation rate forecast for the year ahead whilst exports will continue to support growth.

Bank Negara Malaysia will institute more monetary policies to check the weak Ringgit and GST will bolster Government revenue to “accommodate its fiscal measures” while on-going concerns from the year before will persist, i.e. low crude oil and commodity prices and increasing costs of living. These will continue to impinge on the economy as a whole, and the real estate and property industry in particular. However, “bright spots” cited to drive away the gloom are infrastructure development and improved connectivity, i.e. High Speed Rail and its spill-over, expressways (Eastern Klang Valley, West Coast, East Coast KL-Tumpat), rising demand for affordable housing and continued popularity of property as compared to other types of investments. (a) Penang Despite the overall downtrend since 2015, it is not all gloom as significant land transactions and developments in select locations suggest market revival, if not renewed interest, e.g., UDA J/V to develop Pulau Jerejak, land acquisitions by Selangor Dredging Bhd (Batu Ferringhi), S P Setia (Seberang Perai Utara) and Ecoworld (Batu Kawan). In the ensuing year, sub-sectors are expected to perform

as follows: s landed residential demand: expected to remain firm, especially terraced and semi-detached homes with new launches (island) targetted at the “niche/high-end market” and priced higher than the secondary market (mainland) with gated/guarded features s high-rise residential: continued demand, it is still a “buyer’s market” s purpose-built office: demand to remain stable and new take-up is “primarily in newer/well-maintained buildings” s retail space: more (approx. 5 million sq ft) in next 3-5 years coming on-stream ensures keener competition among retailers and property owners s hotels: healthy outlook with new upcoming developments (e.g., York, Double Tree and Holiday Inn & Suites) s industrial properties: closure of multi-national companies mitigated by investments of new (mainland) and expansion by existing companies (island) (b) Iskandar Malaysia (Johor) Excepting the office sub-sector, continued slow momentum (in terms of volume and value) to prevail for others in 2017, notwithstanding notable transactions,

Special Feature e.g., Pristine Tower, Medical Suite @ Coronation Square, Menara MBJB @ Astaka and development land (Tiara Overseas Group), are as follows: s landed residential: still the preferred choice s high-rise residential: 6,000 units newly-completed in 2016 w ill continue to soften market that is already competitive – high vacancy rates anticipated s purpose-built office: challenging year ahead with newly-completed and incoming supply s retail: market to remain stable, i.e. status quo on rental/vacancy rates s hotel, with existing supply of 7,968 rooms (30 hotels), market to stay stable and healthy s industrial: also to stay healthy and stable. (c) Klang Valley Not inured of prevalent uncertainties and concerns, the general prognosis for Klang Valley is “flat since 2014 but sustainable” although a come-back of the “guaranteed return scheme” is expected to boost the residential market. s landed residential: more launches anticipated within the affordable price range with active development beyond fringe of KL whereas secondary market to remain active s high-rise residential: increasing supply, rental rates will continue to be under pressure s purpose-built office: market to remain soft and competitive and KL address/location still favoured by foreign investors/multi-nationals and

Klang Valley.

)06+(;( Foo Gee Jen is the Managing Director of CBRE | WTW. He joined in 1987 in the Kuala Lumpur operations and was transferred as Manager to Malacca where he headed the Malacca practice from 1992 to 2008.

During his tenure in 1998, Foo was appointed as Partner and Director.

After a 16-year stint in the Malacca practice, he was transferred/ relocated to the Kuala Lumpur operations in October 2008 and appointed as Managing Director since July 2010.

His experience stems from numerous corporate valuation assignments, including the pre-privatisation exercise of Tenaga Nasional Berhad and the initial development of Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC). Foo has also successfully brokered multi-million Mr Foo Gee Jen, property deals involving MNCs. In his recent involvement in Agency MD CBRE | WTW. and Transactional Services, he was involved in tender exercises for Guthrie Medicare and one of the world’s largest PC manufacturers, Gateway 2000. Other assignments have been handled notably for Infineon Technologies, TEAC Corporation, Shell Trading, ExxonMobil, Hewlett-Packard, Tradewinds Group of Companies, 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) and the proposed Manipal University.

Foo was awarded the Estate Agent of the Year 2013 by the Royal Institution of Surveyors Malaysia (RISM) and under his leadership CBRE | WTW was awarded as Best Estate Agency for Specialised Projects at the National Real Estate Award 2016 by Malaysian Institute of Estate Agents (MIEA).

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additional 3.5 million sq ft of office space anticipated in 2017 retail: stiff competition with more malls slated for completion in 2017 to further increase pressure on occupancy and rental rates h o te l : we a ke n e d R i n g g i t a n d tourist arrivals expected to sustain market although slow growth and competition will impact on average room/occupancy rates i n d u s t r i a l : r a n ke d 2 n d a f t e r Johor, strong growth in industrial development in Selangor is expected with improved infrastructure despite lacklustre 2016. Q Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz 15

Special Feature

Plug and Play Precast: Design for flexible prefabricated housing in tropical country Contributed by Dr Foo Chee Hung, Construction Research Institute of Malaysia (CREAM).

REDUCING construction costs while meeting consumers’ various needs for housing quality are the foremost challenges faced by today’s house builders. This is well demonstrated in the affordable housing development as this type of housing is solely designed and built based on the economic concepts of housing. These houses might meet the minimal shelter requirements but they possess a limitation of sustainable architectural design theory. Most of them are criticised for their lack of storage area, small size and deep location of the kitchen, complicated partitions, less cross ventilation, inhabitable and small bedroom etc. To ensure that both the affordability and sustainability are embedded in the affordable housing development, a design system that incorporates open plan, standardisation of construction elements, as well as responding to the social requirement and local climate condition, is necessary. In this sense, the Divergent Dwelling Design (D3), which is a combined housing design and construction system that makes use of the prefabrication construction to produce a variety of housing design options that meet possible user requirements not yet identified at the design stage, while retaining principal uniformity to facilitate the execution of simple but accurate construction with a minimal initial cost, is introduced.

D3 adopts the open plan concept and utilises the Industrialised Building System (IBS) construction method. Its basic architectural plan is a square shaped plot, having a plurality of “dynamic” space lots (where the bathroom, kitchen, and other dwelling services are located) arranged peripheral of the plot so as to be in contact with the outdoor environment; and a plurality of structures such as the dining room, bedroom, or any other spaces located in the “core” space lot which is capable of being arranged, modified, and customised in plurality of designs according to the user’s needs (Figure 1). Every D3 building is designed and built in such a way that both the structure and infill of the building are treated as separate entities in order to optimise the efficiency of building assembly and modification. The basic layout can be configured into various plans, simply by partitioning the core space lot or rearranging the location of bathroom and kitchen within the dynamic space lot (Figure 2). This is similar to the automotive industry, where each individual functional unit is freely bonded with the core structure to serve different occupants’ requirement. In terms of sustainability, D3 fully incorporates the passive design strategies that respond to the tropical climate. In D3 housing, cross ventilation is optimised by having an elongated dwelling shape together with minimal partitions or interior walls. This is not only allowing for easy passage of air and cross-ventilation, but also encouraging a good lighting of the interiors, as well as the flexible use of space. Besides, the parallel arrangement of windows and the placement of high louvres on the internal walls of each bedroom also ensure adequate wind flows through the house. By setting back the exterior walls 2.1m from the peripheral of the dwelling, no walls are exposed directly to the outdoor environment. Solar radiation is, thus, effectively controlled with the large thatched upper floor ceiling that acts as 16 Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz

the overhang. Together with the installation of adjustable louvres or grilles as building façade, a barrier is created which not only provides good shading and protection against driving rain, but also to some extent maintain the quality of openness for ventilation and outdoor views. The setback also creates an open porch that makes it possible for occupants to enjoy the open-air landscape. With careful planting or selection of vertical green, the open porch can function as a buffer corridor that aids in air circulation. The presence of air movement will then enhance the evaporative and convective cooling from the

Figure 1: Various shapes of D3 basic dwelling unit.

Figure 2: Different variations in the arrangement and partitioning of D3 basic dwelling unit.

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0815-6504 PROJECT REF. Mixed Development CLASSIFICATION Planning & Design STAGE OF PROJECT 35276, Lot 35277, Lot 35275, Lot LOCATION Lot 35279, PT 35278 and Petaling, Besi, Mukim Lebuhraya Sungai Lumpur, Malaysia million Daerah Kuala COST RM200 determined APPROX. PROJECT DATE To be determined APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE To be APPROX. COMPLETION

Damansara Dataran Ara Malaysia Jaya, Selangor, 0168 47301 Petaling +603-7734 9371 Fax: Tel: +6016-233 Wong Kuok Yong Engineer: Mr M & E ENGINEER Sdn Bhd & Rakan-Rakan Sentul Perunding AC Kecil, off Jalan Lorong Sentul No 29 & 29A, Lumpur, Malaysia 51100 Kuala 4337 4326 / 4042 Tel: +603-4041 2596 Fax: +603-4041 il.com E-mail: perundingac@gma Deng Sang Director: Ir Yap

DEVELOPER Sdn Bhd LLK Properties E 1 Unit 3A-08 Block Phileo Damansara Pusat Dagangan Off Jalan Damansara No 9 Jalan 16/11, Selangor, Malaysia Jaya, 3213 46350 Petaling +603-7932 3210 Fax: Tel: +603-7932 Faizul bin Yunus Contact: En Mohd

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ARCHITECT Aeon Arkitek 11 58 Jalan Wangsa Wangsa Ukay Selangor, Malaysia 9188 68000 Ampang, +603-4107 9188 Fax: Tel: +603-4106 oo.com E-mail: aeon_arkitek@yah Ikhwan Architect: En & 76 Building

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PROJECT REF. 0815-6515 & Serviced Apartment CLASSIFICATION Hotel & Design STAGE OF PROJECT Planning Tunjong, Kota Bharu, LOCATION Bandar Baru Kelantan, Malaysia >RM100 million APPROX. PROJECT COST DATE To be determined APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE To be determined APPROX. COMPLETION

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C & S ENGINEER (KL) Zaidun-Leeng Sdn Bhd Jalan Bukit Nanas 6th Floor, Bangunan Ming, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia / 2070 3033 Tel: +603-2030 9888 Fax: +603-2030 9576

M & E ENGINEER Perunding KJL Sdn Bhd Seksyen U3 No 6-1 Jalan Dinar U3/1A, Taman Subang Perdana Malaysia 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor, Fax: +603-7842 3454 Tel: +603-7842 3452 E-mail: pkjlsb@streamxy.com Ismail (E) Engineer: Ir Nik Azhar bin (M) Engineer: En Shafik Aiman

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ARCHITECT Bhd Perunding Alam Bina Sdn No 18, Jalan Pahang Barat 53000, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Fax: +603-4021 0401 Tel: +603-4023 3522 E-mail: kl@pab.com.my Website: www.pab.com.my binti Omar Architect: Cik Wan Siti Hajar 72 Building & Investment

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DEVELOPER Lumpur) Sara Timur Sdn Bhd (Kuala D5 Solaris Dutamas D 5-6-1 Level U6, Block No 1 Jalan Dutamas 1 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia / 6207 8663 Tel: +603-6205 3689 / 6207 8693 Fax: +603-6205 3798 E-mail: infokl@sara-timur.com Lai Chu Project Director: Mr Paul

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The constant improvement in prefabrication technology, supported by the incorporation of lightweight, durable, smooth edged, space efficient, and universally adopted specifications will ensure that mass housings remain affordable and sustainable for the

long term. Second, the use of concrete as the main structural material contributes to a wide range of inherent benefits at no extra cost, such as its proven integral fire resistance, high levels of sound insulation, and robust finishes. Through its very nature, concrete provides robust surfaces for walls, partitions, columns, soffits and cladding that are easily sealed and free of ledges or joint details. All these may finally lead to the lower maintenance costs of the building while setting in motion an efficient, cost effective and practical method for solving housing needs and overcrowding concerns in urban areas. However, realising that the concrete industry is responsible for 10% of worldwide CO2 emissions, the limited use of concrete is also to be considered in D3 design system. For example, complicated wall arrangements are avoided in D3 housing, so that less concrete wall panels

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Solar energy to empower consumers Net Energy Metering (NEM) augmenting the growth of Solar PV market.

Contributed by Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia.

SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) has taken centre stage in the renewable energy scene for the past decade. With the ever increasing efficiency of the PV modules and decreasing price, harnessing energy from the sun appeals to everyone - after all the sun is free.

In Malaysia the development of Solar PV market started off with the implementation of the SURIA 1000 programme under the Malaysia Building Integrated Photovoltaic (MBIPV) Project (2006-2010) where capital subsidies were offered for PV systems for residential and commercial applications. The programme was a success and this led to the implementation of the Feed-in Tariff (FiT) Mechanism by Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia on 1 December 2011. The FiT obliges distribution licensees such as Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) and Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd (SESB) to buy energy generated from renewable energy (RE) producers at pre-defined FiT rate.

Solar PV under the FiT grew and due to fund constraint, no more solar PV quota will be released under the FiT post 2017. To ensure sustainable growth in the distributed solar PV market, the Eleventh Malaysia Plan (RMK11) has meted out a new programme whereby the country is implementing its 500MW capacity under the new Net Energy Metering (NEM) scheme. The NEM is also implemented by SEDA and the scheme commenced on 1 November 2016 and will conclude in 2020.

As the worldwide cost of solar PV system continues to reduce significantly each year, the energy consumer can benefit by generating their own energy using solar PV via net metering scheme. NEM allows an eligible consumer to install a solar PV system primarily for his own use and the excess energy to be exported to the national grid at a prevailing displaced cost prescribed by the Energy Commission (ST) Malaysia. The credit shall be allowed to be rolled over for a maximum of 24 months. This scheme is applicable to all domestic, commercial and industrial sectors as long as they are the customers of TNB (Peninsular Malaysia) and SESB (Sabah and FT Labuan).

With its yearly 100MW capacity quota, 90MW will be allocated for the Peninsular and the remaining 10MW for Sabah. NEM’s target is to hit up to 500MW after five years of its implementation. The Ministry of Energy, Green Technology & Water (KeTTHA) Malaysia is the responsible ministry helming this green agenda with the Energy Commission (ST) Malaysia and Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia both as the regulator and implementing agency respectively.

On 6 October 2016, in conjunction with IGEM 2016, the NEM scheme was successfully launched by YB Datuk Seri Panglima Dr Maximus Johnity Ongkili, the Minister of Energy, Green Technology & Water (KeTTHA). In order to create awareness on this new scheme to the public and industry players, SEDA Malaysia held two stakeholder engagement sessions in both the Peninsular and Sabah to gain insightful information among the stakeholders. The first engagement session was held on 19 October 2016 at The Everly Hotel, Putrajaya and the second on 7 November 2016 at Le Meridian, Sabah.

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Creativity and versatility in wood architecture Building with timber as sustainable construction material.

SINCE TIME immemorial, wood has served the needs of man as he scoured for food (hunting spears), sought shelter (log cabins) or scanned the horizons for new worlds (sailing ships). The passage of time, however, has not dimmed the fervour for building with timber as today’s architects and engineers continue to design and create structures of wood. With ingenuity, craftsmanship and a dash of technology, the three key attributes of timber, namely, inherent strength, versatility and aesthetics, are being exploited to the fullest. Random examples of modern timber buildings are the 20-storey alltimber Barentshouse, Kirkenes office, the 10-storey CLT apartment building in Melbourne, Australia, and the 14-storey TREET (“the tree”) in Bergen, Norway.

Here at home, no less an avid advocate of building with timber is Ar Eleena Jamil, Principal of Eleena Jamil Architect, who shared her passion and experience, of designing and working with timber, at the Malaysian Timber Council’s (MTC) Timber Talk Series held on 16 December 20 Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz

- the last of the talk series for 2016.

Speaking on “Timber’s Timeless Appeal”, Ar Eleena remarked that “timber is part of our building culture” a natural and sustainable resource material that is “easy to use and form, although overshadowed in the past 50 years by steel and concrete.”

On the premise that the “versatility of wood allows for expressions of our identity and culture”, she highlighted four projects, from the company’s portfolio, where timber is a key building component, i.e.; s Shadow Garden Pavilion for Shalini Ganendra Fine Art Gallery, in collaboration with MTC and Taylor’s University, where tanggam, the art of joinery without nails is featured in its building. Structural members, i.e., uprights and beams were of Malaysian hardwood (Merbau and Red Balau), fashioned at the University’s workshop by students from the School of Architecture and Building Design, and in the construction of the Pavilion, 68 tanggam joints were deployed.

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Rompin Hostel, timber is used as shades for walkways, terraces and roofs.

Kemensah House, timber is used as structural members (columns, beams) for terraces, decking, ceilings and pergolas. External timber screens and timber-wrapped vertical fins created more privacy and shading to the interior spaces. Also, timber elements are featured in almost all facades within the structure, notably in areas exposed to the sun, i.e., east and west, which further demonstrate that timber is a durable material.

Sepang House, a finalist in the ‘House’ category of the Italian Plan Award 2016, used a combination of timber and other different materials (concrete, glass) in harmony to create a tropical setting. For the single family home, timber (nyatoh) columns support a large sheltering roof overhang with shaded terraces and balconies along its edges and floor decks, also of timber, that evoke that ‘kampong’ feel. Q

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One of the eight multi-level interchanges being built as part of the strategic East West Corridor in the south of Doha.

Aurecon helps bring Qatar’s infrastructure vision to life

State drives ambitious infrastructure programme in preparation for FIFA 2022 World Cup. CONSTRUCTION is booming in Qatar as the State drives an ambitious infrastructure programme in preparation for hosting the FIFA 2022 World Cup and works towards its National Vision 2030.

Global engineering and infrastructure advisory company Aurecon provided its leading global bulk ports experience and sophisticated modelling technology to help the Port of Umm Sa’id almost double its capacity and boost the country’s building materials supply chain.

As in any global sporting event, the spotlight falls on the preparedness of the host nation, and specifically on the stadiums and supporting infrastructure. Reflecting this, the state of Qatar is working hard to ensure the smooth staging of the FIFA 2022 World Cup. One of the key aspects to ensuring the country meets its bold construction targets will be the reliable supply of building materials.

Aurecon played a leading role in providing design, delivery, advisory and asset management services to design solutions that ensure the Qatari construction industry receives a steady and reliable supply of gabbro, a construction material for concrete and asphalt.

“One of our primary goals is to maintain strategic reserves of primary building materials to ensure we can supply materials at any time the need arises,” said Engineer Eisa Al-Hammadi, Chief Executive Officer of Qatar Primary Materials Company 24 Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz

(QPMC). “We hold rich reserves that can address the current market requirements when it comes to primary materials such as gabbro. We are committed to providing complete solutions for the transport, storage and delivery of key primary materials to support the burgeoning construction industry in Qatar.”

Boosting throughput The vast majority of building materials in the country are supplied

by QPMC, through its Port of Umm Sa’id (Mesaieed) Terminal.

In response to Qatar’s massive infrastructure development programme, QPMC initiated an expansion of the Port, to boost the annual flow of gabbro through the terminal from 16.6 million tonnes per annum to 30 million tonnes. The plan for doing this revolved around making better usage of the facility’s existing Berths 2 and 3, and the six unloading cranes operating on those berths.

Based on decades of experience in delivering and increasing throughput of some of the largest terminals in the world, Aurecon’s approach for its Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract focused on the performance and efficiency of the proposed infrastructure and the integration of the new Terminal facilities with both the upstream and downstream supply chain processes.

Glenn Hallahan, Aurecon’s Project Director, said the key to the success of this project was understanding the ultimate requirements

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and aligning all stakeholders to support them.

“At the time, we had recently assisted with the expansion of the Port of Fujairah in the UAE; so, in our first review of the project, we knew that a more detailed understanding of the impact on the supply chain would be required. We recommended advanced simulation modelling to evaluate the likely effects of the new design,” explained Hallahan.

“Our background work was extremely detailed and technical but, based on our internationally recognised award-winning innovation, we were able to present QPMC with a clear report that included animations and graphics to illustrate how the port and stockyard could operate without modifications to the original plan.

The model highlighted bottlenecks that would limit the Port’s ability to maximise its capacity and brought the client’s focus onto resolving these issues.”

The modelling presented by Aurecon clearly demonstrated that to achieve the targeted throughput, changes were required from all supply chain partners.

This included both upstream (quarries and shipping companies) and downstream (consignees) parties.

One example presented in the model demonstrated how stowage plans (how ships were loaded) at the port of origin could significantly impact unloading times in Qatar. If the ships were loaded with preferred loading plans, they could be unloaded in 20 hours. Without the preferred plan, unloading could take up to 50 hours.

Aurecon also worked with QPMC to bring better efficiency to the portside stockyard. Aurecon showed how consignees should collect their cargo within 21 days to ensure the stockyard always has space to unload other ships in the queue. This information could then be factored into the process of establishing the fee-charging structure, and ensure it was designed to encourage consignees to support portside stockyard requirements.

Evolving a business case Drawing on their extensive business advisory experience, the Aurecon team created a plan that would deliver better asset utilisation to QPMC, and allow the company to maximise the return on its investment. While the proposed design had the physical capacity to handle 30 million tonnes of material a year, changes

to business processes, port charges and agreements were necessary to ensure it achieved its targeted throughput.

In addition, through its collaboration with Aurecon to solve the throughput issue, QPMC has also evolved its business, from a port operator into an end-to-end logistics player. This progression is also helping the company play its part in support of the Qatar Vision.

“We had a team of 14 people working locally in Qatar, but we were supported brilliantly by over 100 of our colleagues from all over the world,” said Hallahan.

“A key contributor to our success was our commitment to the client’s success. By showing them other possible options to their plan that were in their best interest, we built a relationship based on mutual trust and respect. We are proud to play a key role in the development of QPMC and ultimately, Qatar.”

Official opening On 8 December 2016, QPMC celebrated the inauguration of the Bulk Material Handling System (BMHS) project. The ceremony took place at Mesaieed Port under the patronage and attendance of HE the Prime Minister of Qatar and Minister of Interior Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al-Thani, and in the presence of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, QPMC Chairman Engineer Abdel Aziz Al-Ansari and Chief Executive Officer, Eisa Al-Hammadi, QPMC board members, Qatari ministers and dignitaries, in addition to representatives from the BMHS operating company and Chief Executive Officers from various government and private sector organisations.

Aurecon in Qatar Aurecon’s office in Qatar was established in 2012. In addition to this Port project, the company has assisted with the development of Qatar Science and Technology Park, the Doha Expressway and the Doha Metro Red Line South Underground, among others. Q Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz 25

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Leading Asian swimming pool and wellness event is coming back to Singapore The third edition of Piscine Global Asia will take place from 5-6 April 2017 at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre.

FOR THE third time, the leading asian swimming pool and wellness event is coming back to Singapore with a name and visual identity change! In 2017, Piscine Global Asia will take place on 5 and 6 April at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre.

Piscine Global Asia will deliver to the asian pool and spa market a dedicated show with comprehensive and qualitative offer.

Exhibitors for the next edition will include industry sectors such as construction and installation, pool equipment and accessories, maintenance, protection and security, health and wellness, outdoor equipment, equipment and accessories for around the swimming pool and also services.

The next edition will not only provide the crème de la crème of local and international providers but also events for the pool professionals such as: s Piscine Innovations (a specific area on the show dedicated to exhibit new products) s Speed Meeting (a service for exhibitors and visitors to schedule 30 minutes appointments on the show) s Pool Vision contest (the greatest pools and spas in Asia will be awarded on and an exhibition of the projects’ photos will be displayed on the show) s Conferences (a program of trainings on pool and spa topics presented by the exhibitors) s Pool Summit (a special event offering an opportunity to discuss trends and figures in the sector worldwide and to initiate networking between the major companies in the sector and federations / associations) s Special day with a technical visit The 2015 edition saw over 120 exhibitors and brands from 18 countries.

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in the industry were represented, including Pentair, Australian Innovative Systems, Fluidra, Herborner, Speck Pumpen, Bombas, HornerXpress, Maytronics, Hayward, Heliocol and many more. There were also several local companies, including Advanced Marine, Water Co, Proserv and SG Hardware.

Nearly 1,100 visitors from 29 countries attented, included pool construction and installation professionals, pool and spa maintenance companies, general

construction companies, distributors, landscapers, architects, public authorities and many more. Visitors from Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and Philippines comprised 14% of the market.

Piscine Global Asia is a part of the Piscine Global Network, a guaranty of quality for the pool and wellness industry.

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HB Reavis announces development of new Warsaw landmark

Varso Place, a 53-storey office tower designed by Foster + Partners will be the tallest building in Poland and one of the tallest in Europe.

INTERNATIONAL real estate developer HB Reavis has announced that construction has commenced on Varso Place, its flagship development in Warsaw city center. Plans for the 140,000sqm mixed-use scheme include one of Europe’s tallest towers and two mid-rise buildings. Completion is scheduled for 2020.

Varso Place’s showpiece will be a 53 storey office tower designed by renowned architectural studio Foster + Partners. At 230m tall (310m with the spire), it will be the tallest building in Poland and one of the tallest in Europe. The two complementary buildings (21 and 19 storeys) are designed by local Warsaw architects, Hermanowicz Rewski.

Pavel Trenka, CEO of HB Reavis Group, said: “We are extremely proud that our flagship development in Warsaw will bring together HB Reavis’ extensive real estate experience and the innovative designs of world-renowned Foster + Partners, working alongside Hermanowicz Rewski Architects. We are confident that Varso Place will become an exceptional destination; a new hub for local and international business and leisure in Poland.”

Varso Place will accommodate large Polish and international companies, as well as start-up businesses looking for a prestigious and vibrant location in the heart of the city. It will also be home to one of the largest co-working centers in Warsaw.

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and services including shops, restaurants and cafes, as well as four public squares and spectacular green roof gardens.

Furthermore, a number of impressive viewing decks - including the city’s tallest public viewpoint at 230m - will allow locals and visitors alike to enjoy unique views of the Polish capital’s skyline.

Varso Place will benefit from state-ofthe-art technologies to reduce electricity and water consumption as well as air pollution, making it the first project of this scale in Poland to be rated “Outstanding” against the BREEAM certification scheme.

Situated directly next to the city’s main transport interchange, Varso Place boasts excellent access to trams, buses and metro, as well as direct access to the Central Railway Station. The scheme will

provide office employees and visitors with only a short walking distance to all major destinations in the city center, as well as transport connections with the rest of Poland and Europe.

Grant Brooker, Head of Studio, Foster + Partners, leading the design team in London said: “We believe that Varso Tower will have a unique place on Warsaw’s skyline, but most importantly it will establish a new destination capable of revitalising this urban quarter, right in the heart of the city. The building contains high-quality and flexible office space, but it also makes an important contribution to the city with its glazed public courtyard at ground level and the spectacular viewing platforms with restaurants and bars at the top. These public galleries offer panoramic

views of the city to everyone. We are really looking forward to moving the project into the next stage of its development and starting construction.”

“We are proud to contribute to this spectacular project which will revive this part of Warsaw. Our main objective was to create buildings that are open to the public and encourage passers-by to go inside. On sunny days, Varso Place’s guests and office workers will benefit from cafe gardens and recreational spaces located on its roofs” said Stanislaw Rewski, Partner and owner at Hermanowicz Rewski Architects.

The general contractor of Varso Place is HB Reavis Construction, a part of HB Reavis Group. Construction works began in December 2016, with the final handover scheduled for 2020. Q Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz 29

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One-stop stone sourcing platform for the industry The 17th edition of the Xiamen Stone Fair is expected to attract more than 150,000 trade visitors.

TO BE HELD from 6 - 9 March 2017 at Xiamen International Conference & Exhibition Center in China, the 17th Xiamen Stone Fair will have a total exhibition area of 180,000m2 with over 2,000 exhibiting companies from 56 countries and region all over the world.

In Xiamen Stone Fair 2016, the new exhibitors accounted for 20% of the total 2000 companies. Czech, Venezuela, Zimbabwe, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan participated for the first time. Xiamen Stone Fair 2017 will continue to recruit new products in the global scope, and optimise the structure of exhibitors, so as to spotlight the most abundant and highquality stone samples.

Xiamen Stone Fair 2016 received 148,573 trade visitors in total, 28,690 among whom were international visitors representing 148 countries and regions. We will enhance cooperation with famous stone associations and institutes in every corner of the world. The 2017 edition is expected to attract more than 150,000 trade visitors.

According to the latest China Construction Plan issued in May last year, China will invest about CNY 4.7 trillion in transportation infrastructure construction in the future three years. The large scale construction of infrastructure such as roads, airports and railway will consume a large amount of iron, copper, aluminum, titanium and stone resources. In addition to this, upcoming important events that will be held in China, such as the G20 Summit, reveal a promising development of Chinese market in the future.

After seven years endeavour, World Stone Congress (WSC) is now a series of much anticipated events and seminars dedicated to discovering trends and innovations of the stone industry. It has become one of the MUSTs for people attending the Xiamen Stone Fair. World’s top architects and designers gather annually for conversation and communication. In the 2016 edition, MIA and BSI (known as MIA+BSI, the Natural Stone Institute) participated for the first time, offering a wide array of technical and training resources, professional development, regulatory advocacy, and networking events. In the 2017 edition, more well-selected seminars in new products Launch Out and Educational Sessions will be expected.

Xiamen Stone Fair confirms its status as the most important event in the world dedicated to marble and natural stone, as well as design and technologies. Here, exhibitors will meet the best business partners and capture more business opportunities; for buyers, it’s a time-saving and convenient platform to find various products at the right price and quality. See you in Xiamen Stone Fair 2017! Q 30 Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz

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MHE-Demag opens South East Asia’s largest crane manufacturing plant in Malaysia RM45 million state-of-the-art facility to drive growth and excellence within the region.

MHE-DEMAG, a joint venture between Terex MHPS GmbH and Jebsen & Jessen (SEA) Pte Ltd, has officially opened its largest manufacturing and warehouse facility in Bukit Raja, Malaysia on 29 November 2016. Developed at a cost of RM45 million, the facility can operate at a capacity of 200,000 production hours a year, a 54% increase from the previous site. The facility is also expected to support the fabricated metal products and machinery & equipment industries; two key areas that have been identified as drivers for the manufacturing sector to attain its projected growth of 5.1% per annum.

With a built-up area of close to 15,000 sq. meters sitting on over 26,000 sq meters of land, the plant is also the largest and first-of-its kind crane manufacturing facility in Malaysia and the region.

Capable of building cranes of up to 50-meter span, this plant will primarily serve customers from Malaysia, Australia, Cambodia, Myanmar and Singapore, who hail from various industrial sectors where lifting, moving and maintenance of materials or machineries are required.

Mr Karl Tilkorn, Regional Managing Director, MHE-Demag, said, “This investment cements MHE-Demag’s commitment to Malaysia over the past 40 years, and is an important step forward for us. This plant is the largest and most modern of our eleven manufacturing facilities across the South-East Asian region. Each industrial crane needs to be individually designed and custom fabricated, hence the larger production facility along with state-of-the-art equipment will allow us to maintain our leadership position to meet the high standards required by our growing customer portfolio, particularly with the prestigious projects we have secured.”

The facility will also host MHEDemag’s Regional Training Center, where employees and customers throughout the Group will attend skills training 32 Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz

and upgrading programmes to ensure excellence in operations, maintenance and safety for industrial cranes is maintained.

Karl added, “Human resource development is a key component of the MHE-Demag quality culture. The drive to attain environmental, health and safety (EHS) excellence is ingrained in our business ethics and we continuously work towards extending this mind-set to our suppliers and vendors as well.”

The factory has also been built in reference to the Malaysian Green Building Index, incorporating the most environmentally friendly solutions.

The Bukit Raja manufacturing facility is also a showcase of MHE-Demag’s innovative solutions. Leading MHEDemag material handling products such as lift trucks, dock levellers, aerial work platforms, building maintenance systems for safe working at heights, as well as automated car parking systems are employed in industrial applications throughout this facility.

Easily accessible via the North Klang

Valley Expressway, Federal Highway, the New North Klang Straits Bypass and the new proposed Coastal Highway, the Bukit Raja manufacturing facility also connect to major ports such as Port Klang, Northport and West Port within 30 minutes.

Besides Bukit Raja, MHE-Demag has another manufacturing facility at Simpang Renggam, Johor, and twelve sales & service offices within Malaysia. In addition, a service depot is also established in KLCC. MHE-Demag is accredited to internationally recognised quality certifications, ISO 9001, EHS 14001 and OHSAS 18001. Products manufactured at MHE-Demag facilities are guaranteed to the highest quality and trusted by several local well-known companies.

With a dedicated workforce of more than 1,600 well trained staff across the region including 700 responsive service engineers and technicians, an attentive back-office, intelligent IT infrastructure and a fleet of 300 service vans, MHEDemag is the leader in after sales service in the region. Q

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Indonesia sees the fastest construction growth in Asia

Indonesia’s construction market is one of the biggest in Asia. According to AECOM, in the medium term (up to 2020) Indonesia is expected to see the fastest construction market growth of any Asian country.

THE GOVERNMENT has invested to boost the country’s infrastructure in order to provide a better environment for business and economic benefits to its people. 30 infrastructure projects worth some RP851 trillion have been set as priority and are to be developed until 2019. Indonesia’s road segment is forecasted to grow by an annual average of 12.8% between 2015 and 2024 in nominal terms to become the largest road market by 2024 (Source: BMI Research). These projects create huge opportunities for suppliers of concrete materials, equipment and technology.

A remarkable consequence, the heavy equipment industry has recorded a 30% growth in the construction sector in Indonesia, as opposed to negative rates in

all other verticals this industry operates in.

Bank Indonesia’s (BI) series of interest rate cuts - the rate now stands at 6.75% - has furthermore contributed to this growth by making bank financing more affordable. In parallel, companies have been increasingly recurring to bonds as an additional lever to finance expansion (+45% yoy - data from the Financial Services Authority (OJK)).

Infrastructure projects will also benefit from the recently approved tax amnesty: “The most important thing is that the capital inflows can be used to construct our outstanding infrastructure projects,” President Jokowi said, urging authorities to prepare instruments to accommodate the funds. Q Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz 33

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AkzoNobel ushers the Year of the Rooster with dashes of Blue Ushering Chinese New Year 2017 with Feng Shui tips.

AKZONOBEL, producer of quality paint brand Dulux, celebrated this Lunar New Year of the Rooster with a media appreciation dinner, highlighting its annual trend forecast, ColourFuturesTM, depicting key colour trends and its prediction of the Colour of the Year 2017. The event was held on 16 January 2017 at Aloft Hotel, Kuala Lumpur Sentral.

As a leading global paints and coatings company and a major producer of specialty chemicals, AkzoNobel creates everyday essentials to make people’s lives more liveable and inspiring. In a world filled with colour, the company not only brings colour to people’s lives but also helps to build a stronger sense of community which make cities more vibrant and to also inspire and bring life and energy to homes.

With the launch and unveiling of AkzoNobel’s Colour of the Year 2017 and as part of the company’s 15th annual colour trend guide which took place last October, the global colour authority identified ‘Denim Drift’ as the must-have colour of 2017.

‘Denim Drift’ (90BG 30/073 also known as Smoke Grey), identified as a beautiful, timeless and versatile grey-blue is all about balance, as we see an interesting contrast between bolder, more striking colours and selection of muted lighter shades which perfectly encapsulates the belief of “Yin and Yang” that everything in the universe consists of two forces that are 34 Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz

Mr Indra Laban, General Manager, AkzoNobel Decorative Paints Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei; Ms Shinta Iswandani, Head of Brand & Consumer Marketing, AkzoNobel Paints (M) Sdn Bhd; and Master Kenny Hoo, Feng Shui ambassador for Dulux Malaysia, posing with the newly released Good Feng Shui book for 2017.

opposing but complementary, making it apt for welcoming the auspicious Chinese New Year.

The brand’s overriding theme for 2017 ‘Life in a new light’, a new way of being’ is truly adaptable, fitting into all life and

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Employees of AkzoNobel (from left) - Ms Khiew Wei Yi, Manager, IDA (Interior Designer, Architect, Specifier) Relationship & Sustainability; Ms Christine Ho, Head, Colour & Digital Marketing; Ms Ho Li Li, Manager, Brand Marketing; Mr Jackson Kho Kok Kui, Head Sales Projects & Specifications; Mr Indra Laban, Master Kenny Hoo, Ms Ng Yen Tze, Regional Communications Manager, Communications & Public Affairs, South East & South Asia, Middle East, Australasia and Africa: and Ms Shinta Iswandani starting off with a Lou Sang at the annual Chinese New Year dinner.

AkzoNobel’s Annual Chinese New Year dinner started with mask changing performance.

interior styles, making it the perfect choice for reflecting our new perspective for 2017. AkzoNobel encourages the celebration of a new look on the simple things that make life worth living.

Mr Indra Laban, General Manager of AkzoNobel Decorative Paints Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei, said in his welcoming speech, “Blue is the colour of our every day, the sky above us and it is also a colour of trust, peace, order and loyalty. ‘Denim Drift’ is a timeless and

versatile shade of grey-blue which was carefully selected by AkzoNobel’s Global Aesthetics Centre with leading design and colour experts from around the world, who conducted detailed research into global social and design trends.”

Present during the event, Master Kenny Hoo, Feng Shui ambassador for Dulux Malaysia, recognized worldwide as one of the renowned scholars who initially combined and formularised the traditional Feng Shui methodology with

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modern, scientific tools and technologies in his unique Geomantic research and studies shared inspirational Feng Shui tips.

To complement the Colour of the Year, AkzoNobel developed a family colour palette featuring a spectrum of blues and tones – creating a new way to combine these colours befitting to the brand’s overriding theme for 2017 ‘Life in a new light’, a new way of being’. New Romanticism, Shared Individualism, The Working Home and Considered Luxury are all reflections of how this new global awareness can be expressed in the different areas of our lives.

During the media appreciation dinner Ms Shinta Iswandani, Head of Marketing at AkzoNobel Decorative Paints Malaysia shared the improved technology behind Dulux EasyClean™ and the new Dulux EasyClean™ Plus with KidProof Technology offering you the must-have colour for 2017, Denim Drift and a wide spectrum of colours to achieve the desired atmosphere this festive season. The EasyClean™ Range now comes in matt and sheen finishing making cleaning easier while keeping colours looking more vibrant and looking fresh and clean longer. Parents with active children who are exploring their freedom to learn and grow can now have peace of mind with the Dulux EasyClean™ range - a specially formulated paint for effortless wall maintenance in homes equipped with KidProof Technology.

The Dulux EasyClean™ range, certified with Singapore GreenLabel and Sirim Eco-label accreditations, is a paint that is easy to wash, maintain and remove stains*, while retaining the vibrant colour of the home. It has low volatile organic compounds (VOC) content and low odour, making it very comfortable for the family and better for the environment.

Dulux has over 2,000 colours available for you to discover how you can transform your home to host the most memorable and inspiring ambience you desire this year.

For more information on the Colour of the Year 2017 and Feng Shui tips, visit Dulux’s website at www.dulux.com.my or Dulux Malaysia Facebook page at www.facebook.com/DuluxMalaysia. Q Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz 35

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Thirteen composite champions win JEC Innovation Awards JEC Group celebrates composite innovation at JEC World 2017.

WHILE THIS year’s show will take place from Tuesday March 14 to Thursday March 16, 2017 at the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre, France, JEC Group is proud to unveil the names of the 13 winners of the JEC Innovation Awards.

The JEC Innovation Awards reward the best composite breakthroughs based on their technical interest, market potential, partnerships, financial & environmental impact and originality.

Composite innovations in the spotlight at JEC World This year, the submissions for the Innovation Awards programme were impressive, both in quantity and diversity, and more importantly in quality.

“Manufacturing processes for large series are growing in importance this year. This movement is expected to trigger a more massive use of composites. Therefore, we could see a change of scale in our industry, particularly in certain mass production sectors such as the automotive sector, for example, where the supply chain is reconfiguring through mergers and acquisitions, the upstream integration of automotive suppliers and the downstream integration of raw materials producers.”

says Mrs Frédérique Mutel, JEC Group President & CEO. Just as last year, a high number of submissions came from the automotive industry, thus perfectly illustrating the current market trends. Process improvement was also one of the most represented themes, highlighting the importance of cycle time reduction.

With 13 categories ranging from raw materials to process, to applications in various fields such as Aeronautics, Automotive, Construction, Marine and Better Living, the winning projects offer a complete overview of the composite value chain, and the many future opportunities that are still to be taken in the field of composites.

The JEC Innovation Awards ceremony will highlight 13 innovators on stage and will take place on Wednesday March 15 at 5 pm at JEC World (Paris Nord Villepinte France). Of relevance is the category under Construction.

Winner: ACCIONA Construcción SA (Spain) When the two 24km-long Pajares highspeed railway tunnels met the problem of continuous water infiltration on around Innovative composite panels, an alternative to steel and concrete for high-speed railway tunnel construction.

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30% of the total tunnel length, few of the available solutions in the market were able to solve the issue.

The innovative composite panels developed by Acciona proved to be the best solution in this demanding construction work because they managed to meet all the technical challenges while complying with the flame-retardant requirements associated with this type of application.

The challenges of this innovation were diverse because of the many criteria that had to be met. From a mechanical point of view, the use of composites made it possible to meet the structural requirements while being thin enough not to change the tunnel’s diameter and being compatible with catenary systems. The design flexibility offered by composites also enabled Acciona to develop a system with leak-proof joints and an anchorage system. The 9.2-metre-long panels were also flexible enough to adapt to the shape of the tunnel and its irregularities.

Another concern in this project was the need to produce as many as 15,000 panels within the delivery schedule and to keep the cost of the composite panels as low as possible. To achieve this, Acciona opted for a pultrusion process and developed a low-cost resin injection system and fibre impregnation chamber that were adapted to the viscosity of the flame-retardant resin formulated for the project. This new system made it possible to produce one composite panel in 34 minutes on a continuous basis.

The other advantages of composites in this application were their low maintenance and high corrosion resistance compared to traditional construction materials. Finally, the handling and installation of the panels in the tunnel were easy and fast thanks to the lightweight nature of the composite panels.

To sum up and illustrate the size of the project: more than 15,000 panels were produced, covering about 200,000 square metres of tunnel for a total of 1,700 tonnes of composites. Q

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Bringing green and profitable energy to everyone

With rising trend towards sustainability, Solar photovoltaic installations are projected to experience tenfold growth within a seven-year span.

RECENTLY, more and more of the world’s population have been turning to the sun as a sustainable energy source. In fact, in 2016, it was projected that the solar photovoltaic (solar PV) industry would experience a tenfold growth rate in a mere seven-year span, with installations hitting 64.7GW. Leading the way in Malaysia is Solarvest, which provides one of the top high income yielding solar PV system installations and has captured over 10% of the market share of solar projects in the country in a short period of time. According to Davis Chong Chun Shiong, Managing Director of Solarvest, “Many people are under the impression that solar energy harvesting is not something for the typical man on the street. Actually, anybody can invest in and reap the benefits of solar energy – whether individuals, families, businesses or corporations.”

Why choose solar energy? Among others, solar energy offers a clean and sustainable method to fulfil increasing energy demands, consequently allowing individuals and corporations to be proactive in reducing global warming as well as unsustainable energy practices. The abundance of sunlight available in Malaysia and supportive governmental incentives also provide a convenient platform for those looking to harness solar energy for investment or cost-saving purposes.

If you are eager to jump on the bandwagon, Solarvest will definitely ensure that you do it right – all the way! This is one of the distinctive advantages that customers can expect from them.

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construction (EPC), we are able to provide seamless end-to-end solar energy investment services and solutions for both residential and commercial investors,” Chong explained.

From rigorous feasibility studies, custom-tailored solar installation designs and licensing issues right through to procurement and purchasing, project management, construction, commissioning and operations and maintenance, Solarvest is helmed by a team of highly trained engineers and personnel who will endeavour to optimise the entire process to benefit their customers.

“It is virtually hassle-free with minimum effort required from the owner. At Solarvest, we do practically everything for you!” declared Chong.

Besides being renowned for providing exemplary value-added services from beginning to end, Solarvest is also committed to sourcing for high-quality solar panels that utilise high-performance solar cell technology to ensure that their customers enjoy more efficient energy conversions. They also have an excellent track record in using a unique mounting method that minimises the risk of roof leaks.

“We have a responsibility to help improve the lives of people, particularly as the demand for energy keeps increasing, which is why we take pride in offering the best possible services and solutions for them to enjoy the benefits of solar energy,” concluded Chong. Q For more information, visit www.solarvest.my

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Celebrating 50 years of colour and creativity

Originating in Port Kembla, Australia in 1966, COLORBOND® steel is now the preferred choice for architects and home builders in the region.

OVER THE past 50 years, COLORBOND® steel has steadily forged a reputation for itself as a versatile, aesthetically pleasing and top quality coated steel of choice in prestigious and iconic residential, commercial and industrial projects, as well as public infrastructure facilities. Here is a look back at significant milestones of the brand’s 50 solid years.

The Journey in ASEAN Originating from humble beginnings, the first COLORBOND® steel coil was rolled in Port Kembla, Australia in 1966. From there on, its renowned quality and versatile colour selections penetrated the ASEAN market, namely Singapore and Malaysia. The progress of the brand did not stop there. The strong, durable and aesthetically pleasing properties of COLORBOND® steel soon made it the preferred choice for architects and home builders in the region when selecting steel as a building material. COLORBOND® steel spread its wings to other ASEAN countries at an unstoppable pace, when the brand was launched in Vietnam in 1993 and in Indonesia the following year. By 1996, COLORBOND® steel had successfully established its presence in Vietnam, Indonesia and Thailand. Also in the same year, Malaysia manufactured COLORBOND® steel for the first time ever backed by sustainable resources such as technology and manpower.

This would prove to be a pivotal move in order to serve the Malaysia and Singapore markets even better and faster.

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Innovation Leads This game-changing breakthrough of having a local manufacturing facility was only one of the many firsts that were soon to come.

Subsequently, Clean COLORBOND® technology was introduced in 2000 to cater to the tropical climate of Malaysia and Indonesia.

Designed to resist dirt bonding, the technology takes advantage of the plentiful rainfall in the tropics – thus each time it rains, dirt and dust get washed away and the roof remains spotless.

Since then, COLORBOND® steel grew from strength to strength with continuous innovation and improvement in product performance such as: the introduction of the Spectrum Series (metallic colours) in Malaysia, the improved delamination resistance through the weather-able primer and the most notable breakthrough created in 2012 when THERMATECH® (high solar reflectance colours) technology was launched, pioneering a new standard of heat insulation through high solar reflectance colours to combat the Heat Island Effect.

Awards and Recognition Thanks to commendable research and continuous innovation, COLORBOND® steel has notched numerous achievements over the years, just to name a few, such as: s COLORBOND® steel was the first coated Steel product to be accredited with the SIRIM ECO Label certification in Malaysia

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Accreditation of Singapore Green Building Product certification Achieved LEED standards with THERMATECH® technology in Vietnam Accreditation of MyHijau certification in Malaysia

Over the years, COLORBOND® steel has consistently upheld its world class standards to remain the first choice for commercial, industrial, public infrastructure and residential markets. The unique steel brand has been widely used by renowned architects in various iconic projects.

Fifty years is truly a long journey. COLORBOND® steel is proud to recall a journey of boldness and creativity. Every effort is paid off in steadfast elegance and durability as we set the stage for architectural excellence across the globe. As COLORBOND® steel looks forward to the years to come, the possibilities are endless for a world imbued with the brand’s signature vibrancy, creativity and uncompromising quality.

COLORBOND® through the years 1966: Manufacturing of first COLORBOND® steel coil at Port Kembla, Australia 1968: Introduction of COLORBOND® steel in Malaysia 1996: Manufacturing of COLORBOND® steel in Malaysia for the first time 2000: Introduction of Clean COLORBOND® technology 2008: Launch of Spectrum Series in Malaysia with greater choice of metallic colours 2009: Introduction of weather-able primer in Malaysia for better delamination resistance 2012: Accreditation of SIRIM Eco Label certification in Malaysia and Singapore Green Product Certification 2012: Introduction of THERMATECH® technology for revolutionary new solar reflective colours 2015: Accreditation of MyHijau certification in Malaysia 2016: COLORBOND® steel celebrates milestone year with theme of ’50 years of Colour & Creativity’ About NS BlueScope NS BlueScope is a 50:50 joint venture enterprise established in March

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2013 between BlueScope Steel Group of Australia and Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corporation of Japan. NS BlueScope employs over 3,000 people across 29 plants in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore, Brunei and the US. For more than four decades, NS BlueScope has provided unsurpassed quality in premium steel products and pre-engineered solution for the building construction, manufacturing and home appliance industries. NS BlueScope’s strong partnerships and networks are built on great product brands, such as COLORBOND®, ZINCALUME® and TRUECORE® steel. Q For more details about NS BlueScope, visit www.bluescope.com.my, contact +603 3361 6888 or e-mail to enquiries@bluescope.com Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz 41

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The Jotun Management Team: (L-R) Jotun Global Colour Manager, Ms Lisbeth Larsen, Managing Director, Jotun Malaysia & Singapore, Mr Eric Mallace, Regional Marketing Director, Jotun South East Asia & Pacific, Ms Kristine Anvik Leach, and General Sales & Marketing Manager, Jotun Malaysia & Singapore, Mr Chen Lee Siong, exclusively launching the Jotun Majestic Design and the Global Colour Trends 2017 at the Hilton KL.

Unleash your inner impressionist with Jotun Majestic Design In conjunction with the launch of the Global Colour Trends 2017, Jotun unveiled its latest masterpiece for homeowners.

MODERN homeowners often look for something extraordinary, something to make their homes outstanding. Jotun answered this with their latest masterpiece - Majestic Design, a premium interior design paint that brings a world of effects to beautify homes with the homeowner’s own personal artistic styles; creating memories and bringing personality into their homes. For the unveiling of their latest product, Jotun held a launch event last November in Kuala Lumpur where media and members of the interior design community were invited to see, feel, touch and be inspired by the magnificent designs and colours of nature.

“At Jotun, we believe there’s an impressionist in every one of us, and that colours and designs are very personal in nature. With Jotun Majestic Design, you can bring a world of effects to glamourize your home and completely transform the home’s indoor atmosphere to reflect your style and who you are”, says Lisbeth Larsen, Jotun’s Global Colour Manager.

Inspired by nature’s beauty, Majestic Design captures the essence of three inspirational natural sceneries: s Majestic Design Pearl - with its stylish pearlescent finish echoing a soothing morning mist; s Majestic Design Prestige – with luxurious metallic finish reminiscent of glorious sunset clouds in the horizon; and, s Majestic Design Diamond, exuding a fairy tale ambiance with its myriads of diamonds and stars glittering in the night sky.

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Media and interior designers alike were treated to an opportunity to be the first to touch, see, feel, and experience Jotun Majestic Design.

All three inspirations can be easily captured and transformed into luxurious designs on your walls to bring out the graceful extravagance of your home.

Creating our signature designs is now made even easier with Jotun’s DIY-friendly concept. With simple application methods developed by our experts, proven and tested by homeowners, you can apply the paint effortlessly like professionals.

Homeowners may also opt to take inspiration from Jotun’s

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Global Colour Trends 2017 which features a brand new and rich mix of beautiful colours and styles reflecting the tendencies of our time, bringing the world back home through three delicate colour palettes: Nordic Living, Urban Living and Continental Living. The aim for all the Jotun’s colours is that the hues and paints should be pleasant to live with, and to create personal homes filled with energy, calm, and inspiration.

“The launch of Majestic Design along with Jotun Global Colour Trends 2017 is a continuation of our journey of beautification, and to be at the forefront of product innovation and colour trends to strengthen Jotun position as the brand for iconic buildings and beautiful homes”, says Chen Lee Siong, General Sales & Marketing Manager for Jotun Malaysia & Singapore.

About Jotun Worldwide Jotun is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of decorative paints and marine, protective and powder coatings. The Group has 63 companies and 37 production facilities on all continents with more than 9,800 employees. Jotun products are available in more than 100 countries through its subsidiaries, joint ventures, agents, branch offices and distributors. The Jotun Group is organised into four segments and seven geographical regions, and has its head office in

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Sandefjord, Norway. The Group’s revenue for sales in 2015 was NOK 16.3 billion.

About Jotun Malaysia and Singapore Jotun has started business in Singapore and Malaysia since 1971 and 1982 respectively. Over the years, Singapore has developed to be an important market for Jotun in the Marine and Protective segments and achieved NOK 640 million sales in 2015. At the same time, Jotun Malaysia has been one of the fastest growing paint companies and has grown in all four segments of Decorative, Powder, Marine and Protective and achieved NOK 910 million sales in 2015.

The company currently owns and operates three factories in Malaysia and has been awarded the ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS18001 certifications. Malaysia is also the regional hub for Jotun’s South-East Asian operations and is the R&D Centre for development of new products for Asia. From the beginning, the business in these two countries had been operated with separate companies and management. Effective July 2016, the business administration for Singapore and Malaysia has been consolidated as one unit and managed by the same management team. Q For more information, visit www.jotun.com.my or e-mail info@jotun.com.my Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz 43

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realcolor® Primero from CSC Steel Pre-painted galvanised steel with high performance polyester (PE) coating.

WITH a humble start at Melaka and continually seeking improvement throughout a decade-and-a-half since year 2000, CSC Steel Sdn Bhd’s “competitive advantage” has been enhanced by new capital for upgrading equipment and an expanded production line with continuous technical/management support from its parent company. Anchored in the corporate credo of teamwork, entrepreneurial approach, down-to-earth pragmatism and the pursuit of innovation, CSC Steel Sdn Bhd is, today, a key player in the building construction industry, both at home and abroad, with safety, quality, timely delivery and cost at the core of its operations.

With an annual production capacity of 500,000 metric tons, the CSC Steel roll-out is mainly hot-rolled pickled and oiled steel (PO), cold-rolled steel coils (CR), hot-dipped galvanised steel coils (GI) and pre-painted (colour-coated) galvanised steel coils (PPGI).

These are marketed, in line with corporate branding strategy, as realzinc™ (galvanised steel products) and realcolor® (colour-coated pre-painted galvanised steel or PPGI, i.e., realcolor® Primero, realcolor® Thermoshield and realcolor® Supreme, each with its own high performance capability and distinct properties/end use.

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realcolor® Primero An economical pre-painted galvanised steel, realcolor® Primero provides excellent surface hardness and flexibility and is widely used in exterior architectural structures such as roofing, wall cladding,

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Advantages: Aside from the aforesaid excellent surface hardness, wide range of colour/gloss selection and performance under fire/ chemical attack, added advantages to CSC Steelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s realcolorÂŽ Primero include: s chemical resistance to hyrdrocarbon fuels, oils and lubricants, for which immediate washing is recommended to maintain product performance; s durability; s good formability; s affordability; s product warranties, up to 20 years against perforation and up to 10 years against colour fade/chalk (terms and conditions apply).

(Note: If realcolorÂŽ Primero is intended to be used in severe conditions such as heavily polluted industrial area or close to coast line (less than 1000m) and/or other special circumstances, please consult CSC Steel.) Q

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Philips Lighting to deliver ‘fans-first’ lighting for unrivalled spectator experience Perth Stadium becomes first full LED-lit multi-purpose stadium implementation in the Asia-Pacific region.

PHILIPS LIGHTING (Euronext Amsterdam ticker: LIGHT), a global leader in lighting, today announced the largest LED stadium lighting system of its type for Australia’s newest sporting venue, Perth Stadium. The stadium plans to use LED lighting to support its mission to become the premier, multi-purpose venue in the southern hemisphere.

As part of the West Australian Government’s ‘fans-first’ approach for the stadium, it demonstrates the lighting design capabilities which Philips Lighting can bring to a project of this scale. The holistic LED stadium lighting system includes more than 15,000 controllable LED light fittings which are managed through a control platform. It has the flexibility to create a completely immersive lighting experience for the venue with a capacity of 60,000, making it ideal for a variety of events.

The lighting has the flexibility to create a multi-purpose arena for fans to watch anything from their home football and cricket teams to world-famous rock concerts. Music and lighting can be merged together in advance by the lighting operator for seamless implementation, creating visually stunning pre-match light shows.

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requirements for HDTV broadcasting standards for sports lighting.

The venue showcases the Philips ArenaExperience capability. The centerpiece is the Philips ArenaVision LED pitch lighting system comprising LED floodlights and a control panel. This system can be synchronised with external lighting consoles for other types of lightshows and events. The stadium façade and roof canopy will be lit

by Philips’ Color Kinetics architectural LED lighting with connected LED light points that can be easily controlled.

The roof canopy acts as a giant canvas upon which spectacular light shows can be created with patterns and imagery via the connected light points. Philips Lighting also provided LED lighting for offices and hospitality areas inside the stadium.

David Gardner, general manager, Philips Lighting ANZ said, “On completion, this project will be Philips Lighting`s largest complete LED stadium implementation in the world, and the largest LED multipurpose stadium lighting implementation of its type in the world. The scale of the project really demonstrates how seriously Australians take their sport and events. We at Philips Lighting are proud to install this world-class LED stadium lighting system

together with Multiplex, the stadium builder, for the enjoyment of fans.”

The Stadium will be used for, amongst others, Australian Rules Football, Cricket, Rugby Union and Rugby League, Soccer and entertainment events. It is scheduled to open in time for the start of the 2018 Australian Rules Football season. The facility will be serviced by a train and bus station, as well as a pedestrian bridge connection across the Swan River to the city centre.

About Philips Lighting Philips Lighting (Euronext Amsterdam ticker: LIGHT), a global leader in lighting products, systems and services, delivers innovations that unlock business value, providing rich user experiences that help improve lives. Serving professional and consumer markets, we lead the industry in leveraging the Internet of Things to transform homes, buildings and urban spaces. With 2016 sales of EUR 7.1 billion, we have approximately 34,000 employees in over 70 countries. Q

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Classic high roll Roman clay roof gets a modern twist

The new Toscana® Warisan joins the Heritage Collection, offering elegant design with enhanced durability and leak-proof performance.

TOP: The new Toscana® Warisan clay roof tiles give the roof an elegant appearance.

BOTTOM: Stylish colour selections to match any house design. (From left: Dark brown, Natural and Charcoal.)

CLASSIC HIGH ROLL profile is popularly seen on roofs throughout Europe. Now you can have the same touch of class with Monier’s Toscana® Warisan clay roof tile here in Malaysia. The classic high roll Roman clay roof boasts a modern new look and is the latest addition to the Heritage Collection. Toscana® Warisan offer customers roof tiles of classy and traditional designs.

The design of this time-tested roof tile is feature-packed with high durability and reliable performance, suitable for discerning customers seeking good quality roofing system. The high quality clay material used in Toscana® Warisan roof tiles is sourced locally and then produced in state-of-the-art production plant, renowned for delivering high dimensional accuracy and colour consistency products.

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tile being placed in individual support during drying and then into individual refractory H-Cassette. This method prevents distortion, ensuring dimensional accuracy and consistency. The H-Cassette technology, of which the profile design is moulded from, produces good quality surface with high-end finishing.

High Tropical Rain Resistance Attributed to the highest firing temperature in individual refractory H-support and the advantage of Monier’s unique gypsum moulds, the result of each Toscana® Warisan tile is precise with sharp contours.

The dimensional stability of each tile makes it’s a perfect fit, which contributes to high water tightness for additional leakage prevention. Toscana® Warisan high roll profile clay roof tile is designed with double interlocking system positions above the water channel of the tile, ensuring superb rain resistance in Malaysia’s tropical weather.

Superior Tile Strength and Surface Coating Durability Each Toscana® Warisan tile is fired at a high temperature of more than 1000°C. This ensures the compactness of the tile, making it extra strong, even surpassing the criteria specified in International Standards. The high firing process also creates better fusion of the surface coating for long lasting durability.

Monier Toscana® Warisan high roll profile clay roof tile is available in three colours – Natural, Dark Brown and Charcoal. The new Toscana® Warisan range that also comes with a wide selection of fittings, will replace the existing Toscana® clay series range in the Heritage Collection.

Monier’s complete roof system is available at all major cities and towns nationwide. Q

For more information, call toll free 1800 88 0865, e-mail to roofingmalaysia@monier.com or visit www.monier.com.my

Design Feature

Ribbon room facing the exterior.

The Ribbon House wins 2016 AAP American Architecture Prize

Hong Kong-based FAK3â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s play with ribbon-like staircase design in an old house interior impresses the judges and wins a gold award for best interior.

FAK3, LED by lead designers Johnny Wong and Miho Hirabayashi, bagged a gold award for their work on The Ribbon House in Hong Kong at the recent 2016 AAP American Architecture Prize. Their entry won under the Interior Design (Houses Interior) category.

The idea for the house interior was to create a ribbon-like structure that dances through the four levels in a sequence of twirls.

This creates an exciting transition through each floor level and the void space created by the stairs acts as a light well, drawing natural light into the basement levels.

FAK3â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work involves the transformation of a 1,000-square-metre old house and landscaped gardens, positioned on a hillside with commanding views of the South China sea. The main entrance is located at the centre along the length of the house, which dictated the arrangement of spaces. Opposite the entrance, is a void where the ribbon 52 Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz

Natural light filling up the staircase void.

Design Feature

Staircase landing at the basement.

Bathroom with seaview.

Staircase taking the form of a ribbon.

stairs penetrate through and a glass floor with views looking down two stories to the basement level. The central part of the home is dominated by an elliptical opening that winds its way through every level in a serpentine helix pattern.

At its widest in the lower basement, it becomes tighter with narrower treads as the staircase approaches the roof terrace.

Adjacent to the stairs is a skylight that allows the sky to be seen from the basement.

Rooms are fluid with spaces flowing into each another organically. The kitchen and dining areas both have direct access to a back garden designed for al fresco dining featuring a vertical wall of plants. Folding glass doors that can be opened up create a strong connection between the inside and outside. Sliding glass doors in the living room lead to a grassy terrace with a glass balustrade separating it from the cliff. At the lowest level, two ensuite guest rooms each borrow additional light with private Japanese-style pocket gardens, while another bedroom on the floor above boasts a white marble

Garden facing the sea.

Ribbon room.

Kitchen area.

bathroom with bathtub facing a 270-degree view of the exterior. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The concept for the house is transparency and our focus is to provide a strong connection internally with the ribbon-like staircase tying the vertical levels together as well as the connection with nature,â&#x20AC;? according to the designers. Â&#x201E; More information at www.fak3.com Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz 53

Design Feature

One New Ludgate from street level.

Piazza in front of Two New Bailey.

One New Ludgate wins LEAF Awards for Developer Project of the Year Fletcher Priest Architects’ work in creating a new and lively area on an old London site wows judges. Photo credit: Timothy Soar

THE NEW Ludgate project involved the transformation of a city block into a spacious and lively new quarter for London.

It sets up a dialogue between two striking and complementary new buildings while reinstating and improving the public realm around it and creating new routes through the city block.

View from the top overlooking the piazza.

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It is, in essence, a new addition to the city on a site rich with history. The site was the backdrop for many characters, both real and fictional, ranging from Pocahontas to London’s first live rhinoceros.

Later came railway engineers who put an iron viaduct across Ludgate Hill, and World War II, which left the site in ruins.

The site on the old city wall of Ludgate Hill was formerly home to some outdated 1980s office buildings with a dull sunken arcade at its lower levels.

Fletcher Priest was asked to masterplan the site while creating two headquartersized office buildings—One New Ludgate and Two New Bailey, the latter designed in collaboration with Sauerbruch Hutton.

By creating a new passageway between the two, a route named Belle Sauvage after the 15th century coaching inn that once operated nearby, the area on the east-side could also form a new open space that catches the noon sun for office workers and the public alike.

The square here, with a nod to precedents in Rome, is defined by facades and plays off an existing terracotta Victorian elevation opposite. This space has been designed with as little of a corporate feel as possible.

Buildings One and Two at New Ludgate.

The 165,000 sq ft One New Ludgate building itself comprises nine storeys with ground floors. It is animated by bars and retail outlets under fixed white glass awnings. The building uses a facade concept of a masonry grid that keeps off direct sunlight and throws light onto the flooring. “We wanted something quite cool and modern, whereas the other building may be more playful,” says Steve Barton, one of the partners at Fletcher Priest Architects.

One New Ludgate was developed for client Land Securities and was awarded Developer Project of the Year at the recent LEAF awards.

More information at www.fletcherpriest.com

Design Feature

French architect proposes stunning bridge design at China’s national park Martin Duplantier’s bold design is futuristic yet blends in seamlessly with the breathtaking scenery at Zhangjiajie, a UNESCO world heritage site.

THE ZHANGJIAJIE National Forest Park in Hunan, China, needed a new bridge to allow millions of visitors to enjoy its scenic landscape from the mountain top on its western route. French architect Martin

Duplantier rose to the challenge by proposing a series of designs that are like illusions. and almost stealthy, contrasting with the breathtaking landscape of mountains that rise

Zhangjiajie is a UNESCO world heritage site for obvious reason and the bridge design has to be equally stunning.

With this design, the architect took the opportunity to create a physical relationship with the rock formations—from the mirror illusion to the fear of the void and the setting in the abyss.

proposed for pavilions to be built on three levels using the same materials. 

Bridge from eye level.

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Design Feature

Main facade.

Mexican city apartment block blends in with neighbourhood Urban residential building by Arqmov Workshop features a faceted facade, angled windows and coloured panels. Photo credit: Rafael Gamo

THE PROJECT called C oliRoma OneHundredTwentyEight, is part of the urban fabric of the Colonia Roma Norte and use of public space offers a unique perspective on progressive neighbourhood contemporary society, where life and living happens not only in our private spaces but also in our nearby public spaces.

Encompassing 2,300 square metres, the building, sheathed in a patchwork of vibrant laminate panels and large windows, is seven storeys high. It houses eight apartments, two penthouses and two townhouses, along with structural system comprises steel columns

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Design Feature

Outside the building and fronting the main facade is a sculptural wooden bench that serves as a place where people and their pets can sit and mingle freely.

At the entrance level is a multipurpose venue—dubbed “urban pit stop”—that can be can also be used for gatherings.

Linear apartments consist of a series of cubes with windows providing daylight, natural ventilation and views of the street.

Looking out to the “urban bench” outside.

along the linear path of the apartment, exposing light, shade and indoor and outdoor

for its galleries, clubs and restaurants but also for its use of public spaces and progressive urban culture. contemporary living happens in both private and public areas—and the idea that public space can help foster relationships between residents.

For the street-facing facade, the designers used a patchwork of large windows framed with black aluminium, coloured and perforated laminate panels, and balconies with concrete decks and glass walls.

Canted windows extend over a recessed and sunken ground level. A yellow box imprinted with letters hovers over the driveway, calling attention to the building’s vehicular access.

Another interior view.

environments.”

The penthouses and townhouses each have two storeys. Two of the spacious units face the street, while the others overlook the rear of the property.

The roof garden has six private areas, along with a common zone and spa, which are intended to encourage interaction among neighbours. “a communication of elements, permeability of spaces, and interaction of public and private use,” according to Arqmov Workshop’s designers.  Lattice work on the wall.

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Design Feature

Unconventional arch design at H&M Taiwan’s office makes it an award winner A logistic office need not be boring as J.C. Architecture showed with their award-winning design for H&M’s Taiwan office. Photo credit: Kevin Wu

H&M TAIWAN’s logistic office and warehouse is located near the mountains of Ruifang, on the outskirts of New Taipei City.

The re-configured space introduces a new approach to logistic offices as opposed to

the stereotypical warehouse workplace. The design embodies a casual, warm and playful environment that reflects the belief in each individual’s ability to show initiative.

Given the large column span and high

ceilings of the interior space, juxtaposing with the beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, the designer at J.C. Architecture pursued the idea of “openness” to create a place that is conducive for creativity.

The arch designs, inspired by the courtyards, are of different heights and widths while workstations are positioned in clusters.

The courtyard itself is bright and airy, serving as an outdoor area surrounded by wooden arcades and multiple doorways which connect the work areas with the outdoors. The entire layout of the office space is different from conventional office layouts.

J.C Architecture is an award-winning design firm based in New York and Taiwan.

Their work on the H&M office was awarded a silver at the 2016 AAP American Architecture Prize under “Workplaces” category.

More information at www.johnnyisborn.com

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Design Feature

Exterior view of the house from north-west.

Alva Roy Architectsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; design for two-storey house uses combination of large and small windows to allow a play of light on the interiors. Photo credit: Tom Arban THE GARDEN Void House is a single

family room and an enclosed garage space.

materials like wood and stones, and has a combination of large and narrow windows to allow light into the house yet maintaining privacy for the occupants.

Designed by Canada-based Alva Roy Architects, the contemporary residence in Toronto, Canada, occupies a corner lot in a traditional neighbourhood with both the north and west facades enjoying natural daylight throughout the seasons. obstruct the neighbourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s view and the living area is oriented to the south with a large eightmetre-long window allowing a clear view of the outdoors. alignments of the overall plan, making for a variety of spaces and views beyond what the basic rectangular plan might suggest.

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Exterior view from south-west.

Design Feature

Photo credit: Navid Aali

Photo credit: Navid Aali

designed to accommodate the needs of a growing family.

A void space inside the house connects the garden, the basement and the second

living room offers the family a variety of options in space planning. Following the client’s brief, the parent’s bedroom faces south while the children’s bedrooms face north.

Excessive heat that might be generated by by having an opening at the roof to allow for natural ventilation.  at the top to allow natural ventilation.

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Design Feature

Perspective view of exterior.

Revitalisation of Pushkinsky International Cinema Hall in Moscow Design studio MetropolitanmomentuM’s work on Russian project wins awards at 2016 AAP American Architecture Prize.

THE PROJECT involved the restoration of Pushkinsky International Cinema and the addition of two exterior glass towers—namely an interactive hub glass structure and a public recreational zone adjacent to Passion/Pushkin Plaza.

work attempt to invoke Pushkinsky cinema’s

rich history while also establishing its future in the city.

At one of the glass towers, there is a retail section on the ground level; and concession stands with a book store on the second level.

Together they form new facade elements that showcase the cinema’s restored splendour without hiding the existing building from public view. The glass towers function as bridges linking the public and private areas.

and experience the city. consist of a public art installation, a skating rink, a small amphitheatre and an interactive hub/information centre. In addition, the project proposed improvements to its adjacent streets, for example, by implementing dedicated bicycle lanes.

Included under the project scope are improvements to recreational areas adjacent of glass towers that separates the building’s private areas and its surrounding public parks.

Los Angeles-based MetropolitanmomentuM design studio’s work on this project won silver and bronze in the categories of Architectural Design / Misc. and Heritage Architecture respectively at the 2016 AAP American Architecture Prize. 

Exterior street view.

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More information at www.metropolitanmomentum.xyz

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Prop Park Sdn Bhd/Daya Niaga Sdn Bhd (subsidiary of Hua Yang Berhad): ASTETICA RESIDENCES @ SERI KEMBANGAN, SELANGOR, MALAYSIA PROJECT REF. 1216-6840 CLASSIFICATION Commercial STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION H.S.D 185485 (PT 334), Seluas 3.73, Jalan Dagang SB, Mines Resort City, Seri Kembangan, Mukim Petaling, Daerah Petaling, Selangor, Malaysia (GPS Coordinates: 3.0258333, 101.7175) APPROX. PROJECT COST > RM50 milion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 4Q 2016 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 4Q 2020 DEVELOPER Prop Park Sdn Bhd/Daya Niaga Sdn Bhd (subsidiary of Hua Yang Berhad) C21, Jalan Medan Selayang 1, Medan Selayang 68100 Batu Caves, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-6188 4488 Fax: +603-6188 4487 Project: En Shah ARCHITECT WangHC Architect B-05-09 & B-05-10 Gateway Corporate Suites Gateway Kiaramas No 1 Jalan Desa Kiara, Mont Kiara 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel: +603-6201 9668 / 6203 9668 Fax: +603-6206 2618 E-mail: hancwang@gmail.com Director: Mr Wang Hon Choon 66 Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz

C & S ENGINEER WPA Partners Sdn Bhd No 38-2B Jalan PJU 1/3A Sunwaymas Commercial Centre 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-7803 2812 Fax: +603-7803 9743 E-mail: wla.associates@gmail.com Engineer: Ms Ng Wai Chee M & E ENGINEER Petareka Perunding (M) Sdn Bhd No 5, Jalan 11/62A Bandar Sri Manjalara 52200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel: +603-6272 6878 Fax: +603-6272 8878 E-mail: admin@petareka.com.my Engineer: Mr Marcus (M) Engineer: Ms Kok Sien Ee (E)

QUANTITY SURVEYOR S&H Quantity Surveyor Sdn Bhd Unit 3A-05, Block A, Kelana Centre Point No 3, Jalan SS7/19, Kelana Jaya 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-7880 8071 Fax: +603-7880 8072 Quantity Surveyor: Puan Fatimah MAIN CONTRACTOR To be appointed BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed mixed development on a 3.73-acre leasehold site in Seri Kembangan consisting of two towers with 520 units of serviced apartments, 48 units of studios and 26 retail units.

The serviced apartments come in five designs with built-up sizes from 748sq ft while the studios are from 558sq ft. The retail units are from 821sq ft onwards.

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TSA Land Sdn Bhd:

COMMERCIAL PODIUM @ MM RESIDENCY, TAMAN MELAWATI, KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA PROJECT REF. 1216-6843 CLASSIFICATION Commercial Stage of Project Sitework LOCATION Lot 16838 (Pt 4612)(Kklub Sediada), Mukim Setapak, Gombak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (GPS Coordinates: 3.216524, 101.746031) APPROX. PROJECT COST > RM50 milion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 2Q 2016 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 2Q 2019 DEVELOPER TSA Land Sdn Bhd 1-G-3 & 1-1-3 Block 1 City Garden Commercial Centre, Jalan Nirwana 68000 Ampang, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-9226 8983 Fax: +603-9226 7983 Project Manager: Mr Puah Wai Chuan

M & E ENGINEER Perunding KCA 58B, Jalan Bayu Tinggi 5, Bandar Bukit Tinggi 42000 Klang, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +6012-233 3772 E-mail: kcann74@gmail.com Director: Mr KC Ang QUANTITY SURVEYOR Q & C Jurukur Perunding No 37-2, Jalan 5/76B, Desa Pandan 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel: +603-9282 8899 Fax: +603-9281 6040 E-mail: qnc@qncjp.com Quantity Surveyor: En Adani

MAIN CONTRACTOR EGI Construction Sdn Bhd Lot 5290 Batu 19 Kajang Jaya Industrial Off Jalan Semenyih 43500 Semenyih, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-8724 1918 Fax: +603-8724 3918 Project Manager: Mr Alex BRIEF DESCRIPTION MM Residency sits on a 3.593 leasehold site and comprises three residential blocks atop a 6-storey commercial and parking podium. The commercial podium will have 13 lots of two- and three-storey retail units with a total space of 60,000sq ft.

ARCHITECT Don Cheong Architect No 39-2 Jalan Radin Anum 1 Taman Seri Petaling 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel: +603-9057 2368 Fax: +603-9057 3266 Email: don.dplus@gmail.com Architect: Ms Lai Ming C & S ENGINEER Trigi Engineer Sdn Bhd 76-2A, Jalan PJU1/3B Sunwaymas Commercial Centre 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-7880 6436 Fax: +603-7880 4948 Director: Ir Heng Teng Siang Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz 67

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CMMC Sdn Bhd (a subsidiary of Golden Plateau Sdn Bhd):

THE STARZ @ KL SOUTH, JALAN SUNGAI BESI, KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA PROJECT REF. 1216-6828 CLASSIFICATION Residential STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot PT 3059, Batu 6, Jalan Sungai Besi, Mukim Petaling, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (GPS Coordinates: 3.083699, 101.698249) APPROX. PROJECT COST > RM100 milion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 4Q 2016 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 4Q 2019 DEVELOPER CMMC Sdn Bhd (a subsidiary of Golden Plateau Sdn Bhd) 310 Block A Level 3, Kelana Business Centre 97 Jalan SS7/2, Kelana Jaya 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-7803 3306 Fax: +603-7803 3795 Project Manager: Mr Yow Suan Lee ARCHITECT Yshin Architect 11-3, Plaza Danau Desa 2, Jalan 5/109F, Danau Desa 56100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel: +603-7981 0067 Fax: +603-7980 0205 E-mail: yshinarchitect@gmail.com Principal: Ms Chang Yee Shin

M & E ENGINEER Perunding LY Sepakat Unit A102 Level 1 Block A, Kelana Square, Jalan SS7/26 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-7806 1907 / 7805 4252 Fax: +603-7805 4252 E-mail: info@plysepakat.com Engineer:Mr Sanjay (M) Engineer: Mr Lai (E)

C & S ENGINEER MYN Consultants Sdn Bhd 31A, Jalan Badminton 13/29 Tadisma Business Park, Seksyen 13 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-5511 5499 Fax: +603-5513 7248 E-mail: mynconsult@gmail.com Principal: Ir Leong Mun Yean

QUANTITY SURVEYOR CNH Jurukur Bahan Unit C-11-04, Megan Avenue 2, Jalan Yap Kwan Seng 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel: +603-2163 0297 / 2164 0297 Fax: +603-2161 2297 E-mail: cnhqs110@gmail.com Quantity Surveyor: Cik Siti

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MAIN CONTRACTOR To be appointed BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development of a 25-storey residential tower consisting of 2 connected blocks having 346 units of serviced apartments with built-up areas ranging from 900 sq ft (standard lay-out), 900 sq ft (dual keyed) and 1,523 sq ft (duplex) situated on a freehold site of 2 acres.

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Ganda Anggun Sdn Bhd (a subsiadiary of SP Setia Group): TRIO@ BUKIT TINGGI KLANG, SELANGOR, MALAYSIA PROJECT REF. 1216-6831 CLASSIFICATION Hotel & Serviced Apartment STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot 82623, Pekan Pandamaran, Daerah Klang, Selangor, Malaysia (GPS Coordinates: 2.993232, 101.443518) APPROX. PROJECT COST > RM100 milion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 4Q 2016 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 4Q 2021 DEVELOPER Ganda Anggun Sdn Bhd (a subsiadiary of SP Setia Group) Level 4 No 12 Persiaran Setia Dagang Setia Alam, Section U13 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-3348 2333 Fax: +603-3348 2336 Quantity Surveyor: Mr Tan Chin Yee ARCHITECT Asima Architect Sdn Bhd Lot 18-ACD, Level 5, Menara Pandan B Persiaran MPAJ, Jalan Pandan Utama Taman Pandan Indah 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel: +603-4280 4249/50 Fax: +603-4896 6619 E-mail: mail@asima.com.my Architect: Cik Nor Liliyati 70 Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz

C & S ENGINEER Jurutera Perunding Tekadmaju Sdn Bhd E-5-27, IOI Boulevard Jalan Kenari 5 Bandar Puchong Jaya 47170 Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-8076 1188 / 8073 2628 Fax: +603-8071 5868 E-mail: lai@gcueng.com.my Engineer: Ir Amy Guan M & E ENGINEER Jentrikon Perunding Sdn Bhd No 25-3A, 3rd Floor Jalan SS 23/15, Taman Sea 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-7880 7328 Fax: +603-7880 7028 E-mail: jentrikon@pd.jaring.com Engineer: Mr Lau Chee Loong (M) Engineer: Mr Ong Woon Leong (E)

QUANTITY SURVEYOR Unitech QS Consultancy Sdn Bhd P-0601, Menara Bata, PJ Trades Centre, Jalan PJU 8/8A Bandar Damansara Perdana 47820 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-7725 9029 / 9129 Fax: +603-7725 6029 E-mail: adminkl@uqs.com.my Quantity Surveyor: Mr Jason Chua BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development consisting of 3 blocks of residential towers comprising a 36-storey Block A (having 426 units of serviced apartments), a 28-storey Block B (having 274 units of serviced apartments) and Block C (having 214 units of serviced apartments) on top of a 10-storey podium with car parks, and recreational facilities at level 10 to include a swimming pool, club house, multipurpose hall, gymnasium, surau, etc.

The built-up floor areas of the serviced apartments range from 614 sq ft to 1,212 sq ft.

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Warisan Pinang Sdn Bhd (Runnymede Group):

TRIUNI RESIDENCES @ BATU UBAN, JALAN SULTAN AZLAN SHAH, PULAU PINANG, MALAYSIA PROJECT REF. 1216-6824 CLASSIFICATION Residential STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot 11784 (Lot Lama PT.2808) Mukim 13, Daerah Timur Laut, Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia (GPS Coordinates: 5.349201, 100.307865) APPROX. PROJECT COST > RM100 milion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 1Q 2016 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 4Q 2018

C & S ENGINEER Web Structures (M) Sdn Bhd #907 Plaza 138 138 Jalan Ampang 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel: +603-2161 0907 Fax: +603-2161 1907 E-mail: webkl@webstruc.net Associate Director: Mr Ooi Shein Din

DEVELOPER Warisan Pinang Sdn Bhd (Runnymede Group) 554, Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah 11700 Gelugor, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Tel: +604-659 8899 Fax: +604-657 8811 Project: Ms Chin

M & E ENGINEER Prodana Wawasan Consulting Engineers Sdn Bhd No 12-2 Jalan Opera C U2/C, Taman TTDI Jaya 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-7845 7845 Fax: +603-7845 7847 E-mail: pwce06@yahoo.co.uk Engineer: En Mohd Makki bin Rahim (M) Engineer: E Zamri bin Rahim (E)

ARCHITECT GDP Architect Sdn Bhd 3G-1-1 Straights Quay Jalan Sri Tanjung Pinang, Tanjung Tokong 10470 Georgetown, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Tel: +604-890 0869 Fax: +604-890 6092 E-mail: seeimm@yahoo.com Architect: En Shauki

QUANTITY SURVEYOR Baharuddin Ali & Low Sdn Bhd 217 & 219, Jalan Perkasa Satu Taman Maluri 55100 Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel: +603-9285 3744 Fax: +603-9285 5452 E-mail: balow@balow.com.my Quantity Surveyor: Mr Wong Chee Leong

MAIN CONTRACTOR To be appointed BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development of 3 residential towers consisting of a 22-storeys block (having 176 units of condominiums), a 23-storeys block (84 units of condominiums) and a 24-storeys (192 units of condominiums) on freehold land.

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Bumida Engineering and Construction Sdn Bhd:

SUTRA VILLA RESORT @ BUKIT PELINDUNG, KUANTAN, PAHANG, MALAYSIA PROJECT REF. 1216-6836 CLASSIFICATION Hotel & Serviced Apartment STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot 806 GM 509, Lot 1540 GM 627 & Lot 1638 GM 336, Pelindong, Mukim Beserah, Daerah Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia (GPS Coordinates: 3.813612, 103.371404) APPROX. PROJECT COST > 70 million APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 4Q 2016 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 4Q 2018 DEVELOPER Bumida Engineering and Construction Sdn Bhd Lot G-01 Ground Floor Tower B PJ City Development No 15A Jalan 219 Seksyen 51A 46100 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-7876 1188 Fax: +603-7874 3788 / 3588 Contact: Pn Syafina ARCHITECT Architects Avenue Sdn Bhd 15-2, Jalan Temenggung 5/9 Bandar Mahkota Cheras 43200 Cheras, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-9019 9153 Fax: +603-9019 8153 E-mail: info@architectsavenue.com Asst Architect: Puan Laila

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C & S ENGINEER Perunding CSS No 17-3 Jalan OP 1/2, One Puchong Business Park 47100 Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-8070 0213 Fax: +603-8070 6025 E-mail: css.consult@gmail.com Director: Ir Chuah Su Sing M & E ENGINEER EP Consult Sdn Bhd B-3A-8, Kuchai Exchange, No.43, Jalan Kuchai Maju 13 58200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel: +603-7982 9758 Fax: +603-7982 9692 E-mail: epower26@gmail.com Principal: Ir Gary Hong (E)

MAIN CONTRACTOR Shan Heng Construction Sdn Bhd No.15, 1st Floor Lorong Selampit 18C Taman Desa Utama 41200 Klang, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-3324 6066 Fax: +603-3324 8066 Quantity Surveyor: Mr Loo BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development comprising 2 blocks of 8-storey and 2 blocks of 9-storey residential towers with a total of 520 units of serviced apartments.

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Ideal Property Development Sdn Bhd:

THE AMARENE @ IDEAL VISION PARK, BAYAN LEPAS, PULAU PINANG, MALAYSIA PROJECT REF. 0117-6846 CLASSIFICATION Mixed Development STAGE OF PROJECT Earthwork LOCATION Lots 15314, Mukim 12, Daerah Barat Daya, Jalan Tun Dr Awang/Jalan Sungai Tiram 6, Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia (GPS Coordinates: 5.302429, 100.268241) APPROX. PROJECT COST > RM100 milion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 4Q 2016 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 4Q 2019

Inhouse: Ideal Property Development Sdn Bhd Level 2, 71, Ideal @ The One Jalan Mahsuri 11950 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Tel: +604-641 1969 / 641 4888 / 646 5188 Fax: +604-641 1776 / 642 2388 Architect: Puan Lina

DEVELOPER Ideal Property Development Sdn Bhd Level 2, 71, Ideal @ The One, Jalan Mahsuri 11950 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Tel: +604-641 1969 / 641 4888 / 646 5188 Fax: +604-641 1776 / 642 2388 Project Manager: Mr Tong Pang Tong

C & S ENGINEER LOT Consultant No 12C-J, 2nd Floor Wisma Lister Garden MacAlister Road 10400 Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Tel: +604-228 4005 Fax: +604-228 4007 Principal: Mr Hoo Koh Han

ARCHITECT Cipta Teguh Architects Sdn Bhd 813-03 One Stop Midlands Office Tower 488A Jalan Burmah 10350 Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Tel: +604-229 9343 Fax: +604-229 9053 E-mail: pctarch@gmail.com Architect: Mr James Tong

M & E ENGINEER Perunding Semangat 1-4-03, Sri Relau Complex Persiaran Bukit Jambul 1 11900 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Tel: +604-630 7727 Fax: +604-630 7728 Engineer: Mr Wong Jian Choon (E) Engineer: Mr BK Tan (M)

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MAIN CONTRACTOR To be appointed BRIEF DESCRIPTION The Amarene is the phase 2 development component of the proposed mixed development Ideal Vision Park. It comprises a 23-storey residential tower (having 410 unit of condominiums) over a 5-storey podium with car parks together with 72 units of shop-offices.

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Symphony Life Bhd:

UNION SUITES @ BANDAR SUNWAY, PETALING JAYA, SELANGOR, MALAYSIA PROJECT REF. 0117-6846 CLASSIFICATION Commercial STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION PT 363, Jalan PJS 9/1, Bandar Sunway, Mukim Damansara, Daerah Petaling, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia (GPS Coordinates: 3.061275, 101.609754) APPROX. PROJECT COST > RM10 milion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 1Q 2017 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 1Q 2019

C & S ENGINEER Dr YG Tan Jurutera Perunding Sdn Bhd A-5-1, Kuchai Exchange, No 43, Jalan Kuchai Maju 13 58200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel: +603-7981 0366 / 7983 6150 Fax: +603-7981 2991 / 7983 8108 E-mail: drygtan@drygtec.my E-mail: drygtan@gmail.com Engineer: Mr KP Lee (Structure) Engineer: Mr Chia (Infrastructure)

DEVELOPER Symphony Life Bhd Level 9 Symphony House Dana 1 Commercial Centre, Jalan PJU 1A/46 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-7844 6888 / 6833 Fax: +603-7844 6868 / 6999 E-mail: ahmad.zulqarnain@bolton.com.my Sr Manager: Mr Jonathan Chai

M & E ENGINEER Jentrikon Perunding Sdn Bhd No 25-3A, 3rd Floor, Jalan SS 23/15, Taman Sea 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: +603-7880 7328 Fax: +603-7880 7028 E-mail: jentrikon@pd.jaring.com Engineer: Mr Poon Kar Yee (E) Engineer: Mr Wee Lee (M)

ARCHITECT Sacha And Tan Architects Sdn Bhd No 44-3, Jalan 27/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel : +603 2300 9910 Fax : +603 2300 9901 E-mail: info@stastudios.com Architect: Cik Balqish

E-mail: info@econsosconsultant.com E-mail:sswong@perundingsl.co Quantity Surveyor: Ms Kishan MAIN CONTRACTOR To be appointed BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development comprising a 34-storey commercial block (having 626 units of SOHO with built-up areas ranging from 450sq ft to 1,420 sq ft in 4 lay-out types, viz. studio, simplex, duplex and dual-keyed) over a 5-storey podium with car parks and facilities, and a 2-storey commercial building with retail outlets, both sited over a land area of 2.62 acres.

QUANTITY SURVEYOR Econcos Consultant Sdn Bhd No 25-1, Jalan 1/62D Medan Putra Business Centre Bandar Sri Manjalara 52200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel: +603-6277 4921 / 6921 Fax: +603-6277 9871 Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz 75

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Kelmedic Sdn Bhd (Joint venture company between Malvest Group and YAKIN): TROIKA AVENUE @ KOTA BHARU, KELANTAN, MALAYSIA PROJECT REF. 0117-6857 CLASSIFICATION Commercial STAGE OF PROJECT Planning & Design LOCATION Lot 171 & PT 313, Seksyen 12 , Mukim Bandar Kota Bharu, Daerah Kota Bharu, Jajahan Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia (GPS Coordinates: 6.122001, 102.240816) APPROX. PROJECT COST > RM50 milion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 2Q 2017 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 2Q 2020 DEVELOPER Kelmedic Sdn Bhd (Joint Venture Company Between Malvest Group And YAKIN) No 20E, Wisma Malvest Jalan Tun Dr Awang 11900 Bayan, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Tel: +604-6423 333 Fax: +604-6413 000 Project Manager: Ms Leong ARCHITECT Architects 61 Sdn Bhd Suite 3.5 Level 3, Wisma Great Eastern, 25 Lebuh Light 10200 Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Tel: +604-261 2861 Fax: +604-261 8861 Architect: Mr Muhammad 76 Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz

C & S ENGINEER Arup Jururunding Sdn Bhd 58-6 -1, Wisma Fortune Heights Jalan Cantonment 10250 Georgetown, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Tel: +604-2278 908 Fax: +604-2297 352 E-mail: arup.pg@arup.com.my Engineer: Ms Husna M & E ENGINEER Pen Konsult Sdn Bhd 7L-3, Asas Centre Jalan Gottlieb 10350 Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Tel: +604-2266 357 / 2282 515 Fax: +604-2262 641 E-mail: penksb@streamyx.com Engineer: Mr Ah Wah QUANTITY SURVEYOR GKG Consultant Cost 310-1-3 Superfield Plaza Jalan Perak 11600 Jelutong, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Tel: +604-282 0120 Fax: +604-283 2886 E-mail: gkg120@yahoo.com Director: Mr Goh Kean Guan

MAIN CONTRACTOR To be appointed BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development comprises a block of 43-storey residential tower (having a total of 234 units of serviced apartments with built-up areas ranging from 506 sq ft to 1,518 sq ft) over a 7-storey podium with car parks and a 2-storey commercial areas with 21 units of retail outlets (with lettable areas ranging from 775 sq ft to 2,125 sq ft) offering retail spaces, dining and entertainment selections.

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Exhibitions & Conferences

17TH XIAMEN STONE FAIR 2017 06 - 09 March 2017 www.stonefair.org.cn/

DESIGN BUILD 2017 03 - 05 May 2017 designbuildexpo.com.au/

8TH ANNUAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS 03 - 06 April 2017 affordablehousinglse.marcusevans.com/

DOMOTEX ASIA/CHINAFLOOR 2017 21 - 23 March 2017 www.domotexasiachinafloor.com/content/visitor-preregistration-asiantimber-edm

AFRIWOOD 2017 20 - 22 April 2017 www.expogr.com/afriwood/index.php ARCHITECTURE + CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS 2017 07 - 10 March 2017 messe.nikkei.co.jp/en/ac/ ASTANABUILD 2017 16 - 19 May 2017 astanabuild.kz/en/ BARCELONA BUILDING CONSTRUMAT 2017 23 - 26 May 2017 www.construmat.com/en/home BEX ASIA 2017 13 - 15 September 2017 www.bex-asia.com/

ECO BUILD 2017 07 - 09 March 2017 www.ecobuild.co.uk/ ELECTRIC, POWER & RENEWABLE ENERGY MALAYSIA 2017 (EPRE MALAYSIA 2017) 15 - 17 March 2017 www.epremalaysia.com EXPORT FURNITURE EXHIBITION (EFE) 2017 08 - 11 March 2017 www.efe.my/index.php GUANGZHOU ELECTRICAL BUILDING TECHNOLOGY (GEBT) 17 09 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12 June 2017 www.building.messefrankfurt.com.cn

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BUILDEX EDMONTON 2017 21 - 22 March 2017 buildexedmonton.com/

GUANGZHOU INTERNATIONAL SANITARY WARE FAIR 2017 12 - 14 May 2017 www.gswfair.com/index.php?lang=en

BUILDEXPO ETHIOPIA 2017 13 - 15 April 2017 www.expogr.com/ethiopia/buildexpo/index.php

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HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL LIGHTING FAIR (SPRING EDITION) 2017 06 - 09 April 2017 www.hktdc.com/hklightingfairse

CERAMICS CHINA 2017 01 - 04 June 2017 www.ceramicschina.com.cn/en/ CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017 07 - 11 March 2017 www.conexpoconagg.com/ CONSTRUCTION EXHIBITION 2017 26 - 28 August 2017 www.constructexhibition.com CONSTRUCTION INDONESIA 2017 20 - 23 September 2017 constructionindo.com/

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INDO BUILD TECH 2017 17 - 21 May 2017 www.indobuildtech.com/Home.aspx INFRA EAST AFRICA 2017 29 - 31 May 2017 infraeastafrica.com/ INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION WEEK (ICW) 2017 / ECOBUILD SEA 2017 10 - 14 April 2017 www.ecobuildsea.com/ INTERNATIONAL FURNITURE FAIR SINGAPORE (IFFS) 2017 09 - 12 March 2017 www.iffs.com.sg/

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KUWAIT BUILD 2017 06 - 08 March 2017 www.kuwaitbuild.com LIGHT 2017 22 - 24 March 2017 www.lightfair.pl/en/ LIGHTEXPO 2017 10 - 12 August 2017 www.expogr.com/tanzania/lightexpo/ LIGHTING FAIR 2017 07 - 10 March 2017 messe.nikkei.co.jp/en/lf/ MALAYSIAN INTERNATIONAL FURNITURE FAIR (MIFF) 2017 08 - 11 March 2017 2017.miff.com.my/ MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY ASIA 2017 4 - 7 April 2017 mta-asia.com/ MEGABUILD INDONESIA 2017 16 - 19 March 2017 www.megabuild.co.id/Home/ METALTECH 2017 24 - 27 May 2017 www.metaltech.com.my/en-GB/ MOZAMBUILD 2017 15 - 17 March 2017 ametrade.org/mozambuild/ NEW YORK BUILD 2017 15 - 16 March 2017 newyorkbuildexpo.com/ NORTH ENGLAND BUILD 2017 26 - 27 April 2017 www.northenglandbuildexpo.com/ ONEBUILD 2017 02 - 04 November 2017 www.oneinternational.com.my/1build/index.asp?subid=21

R+T ASIA 2017 21 - 23 March 2017 rtasia.org/en/ SAUDI BUILD 2017 23 - 26 October 2017 saudibuild-expo.com/default SAUDI BUILDING & INTERIORS EXHIBITION (SBIE) 2017 18 - 21 March 2017 sbie-arabia.com/ SMART CITIES INDIA 2017 10 - 12 May 2017 www.smartcitiesindia.com/ SOLAR INDIA 2017 10 - 12 May 2017 www.solarindiaexpo.com/ SOLAR TANZANIA 2017 16 - 18 August 2017 www.expogr.com/tanzania/solarexpo/ STEEL CONSTRUCTION & METAL BUILDING MATERIALS 2017 12 - 14 May 2017 www.steelbuildexpo.com/index.php?lang=en SYDNEY BUILD 2017 23 - 24 March 2017 www.sydneybuildexpo.com/ SYDNEY HOME SHOW 2017 24 - 26 March 2017 www.sydneyhomeshow.com.au/ THE BIG 5 KUWAIT 2017 25 - 27 September 2017 www.big5kuwait.com/ THE BIG 5 OUTDOOR DESIGN & BUILD 2017 25 - 27 September 2017 www.theoutdoorshow.ae/ THE BIG 5 SAUDI 2017 27 - 30 March 2017 www.thebig5saudi.com/sfdc-form-exhibiting-enquiry THE BIG SHOW OMAN 2017 13 - 16 March 2017 www.thebigshow-oman.com/ VIETNAMWOOD 2017 18 - 21 October 2017 www.vietnamwoodexpo.com/

PISCINE ASIA 2017 05 - 06 April 2017 www.piscine-asia.com/

WORLD SUSTAINABLE BUILT ENVIRONMENT CONFERENCE 2017 HONG KONG 05 - 07 June 2017 www.wsbe17hongkong.hk/

PROJECT LEBANON 2017 16 - 19 May 2017 www.projectlebanon.com/home

WORLDBEX 2017 15 - 19 March 2017 www.worldbex.com/Home

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Acotec Sdn Bhd .................................................................................. 23

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Akzo Nobel Paints (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd ............... Inside Front Cover

Monier Malaysia Sdn Bhd ................................................................. 51

www.monier.com.my

NS BlueScope Malaysia Sdn Bhd ....................................................... 3

www.dulux.com.my

www.bluescope.com.my

Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd ....................................................................... 39

NS BlueScope Lysaght Malaysia Sdn Bhd ............. Inside Back Cover

CIDB Malaysia .................................................................................... 37 (MIIE 2017)

See Hoy Chan Sdn Bhd ...................................................................... 49

www.solarvest.my

www.cidb.gov.my

CIDB Malaysia .................................................................................... 61 (MCIEA 2017)

www.cidb.gov.my

CSC Steel Sdn Bhd ............................................................................. 45

www.cscmalaysia.com

ETX Industries Sdn Bhd ................................................................... 57

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Guangdong Grandeur International Exhibition Group Co Ltd ... 77 (Guangzhou International Sanitary Ware Fair 2017)

www.lysaght.com.my

www.thepotpourri.com.my

Swissma Building Technologies Sdn Bhd ....................................... 21

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Terreal Malaysia Sdn Bhd .................................................................... 1

www.terreal.com.my

Tormax Far East Sdn Bhd .................................................................. 69

www.tormax.com

TW Bath Solutions Sdn Bhd ............................................................. 55

www.zella.com.my

www.gswfair.com

UAC Bhd ............................................................................................... 2

GL Events Exhibitions ....................................................................... 27 (Piscine Global Asia 2017)

Unifair Exhibition Service ................................................................. 73

www.piscine-global.com

Inovar Resources Sdn Bhd ................................................................. 11

www.inovarfloor.com.my

Malaysian Timber Industry Board ................................................... 47 (WIL 2017)

www.mtib.gov.my

Manitou Malaysia MH Sdn Bhd .................................. 19, Back Cover

www.uac.com.my

www.ceramicschina.com.cn

United Business Media (M) Sdn Bhd ............................................... 65 (Ecobuild Southeast Asia 2017)

www.ecobuildsea.com / www.icw.my

Xiamen Jinhongxin Exhibition Co Ltd ............................................ 31 (The 17th Xiamen Stone Fair 2017)

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