Building to serve a nation
With Independence (Merdeka) in 1957 came rapid development, particularly in the new Federal capital of Kuala Lumpur. There was an immediate need for a variety of infrastructure and building types to serve both the city's metropolitan requirements and those of Malaysia as a whole. As well as several massive developments, including a new international airport and a major hospital, Malaysia also required a national network of public service buildings such as schools and clinics.
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- Developing a regional style
- Ahead of its time
