The Oriental Temple Espaci de Refleccion by Sw Chew and Km Chew

The Oriental Temple Espaci de Refleccion by Sw Chew and Km Chew is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award de Bronze in Interior Competition Category.

BronzeInterior· 2025

The Oriental Temple Espaci de Refleccion

by Sw Chew and Km Chew

Client: PCC Sdn. Bhd

A' Design Award de Bronze Winner in Interior Category

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The Design

About The Oriental Temple Espaci de Refleccion

Lo temple oriental mescla amb cura elements de design tradicionals e modèrns. Los panèls de fusta, gravats amb motius de flors chinesas, reflectisson un ligam amb la natura e lo patrimòni cultural. Al centre, una cúpula amb una estatua de Buda simboliza l'univèrs. L'edifici intègra amb reflexion l'importància istorica amb las caracteristicas de design contemporanas, e los motius de flors de lotus amelioran subtilamens l'experiéncia del visitaire, en ofrent un viatge equilibrat e contemplatiu a travèrs son design.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award de Bronze

The Oriental Temple Espaci de Refleccion a ganhat la distincion A' Design Award de Bronze, una reconeissença plan prestigiosa acordada a de designs excellents que se destrian per la creativitat, l'engenh e la finessa. Los ganhaires del Bronze son d'artefactes largament abils e sorprenentament creatius que provan la vasta experiéncia, l'imaginacion e l'engenhositat de lors designers. S'espèra que The Oriental Temple Espaci de Refleccion siá un objècte fòrça considerat, admirat e estimat, notablament professional e innovant. Aqueste design ganhaire de la distincion A' Design Award de Bronze integra las melhoras practicas de l'art, de la sciéncia, del design e de la tecnologia e es excellent per son atencion al detalh. The Oriental Temple Espaci de Refleccion satisfa esplendidament los besonhs, toca los desirs, encanta los sentiments e interèssa la curiositat.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The Oriental temple offers a captivating exploration of classical and modern design. Intricate wooden panels convey wisdom, while mirror-etched Chinese flower motifs represent the unity of nature and the divine. Under a vast dome, a Buddha statue stands as a symbol of the connection between earth and heaven. This architectural masterpiece blends history with modern spirituality, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the delicate patterns of Dahlia flowers and lotus blossoms, enhancing the spiritual experience.
Dimensions & Packaging: The project is with a building scale of 14,000 Square meter with 103820mm (W) x 64560mm (D) x 28000mm (H)
Tags: Oriental Temple
Production Technology: Malaysian temple, hot and humid climate, reinforced concrete, masonry walls, seismic durability, pitched roof, clay tiles, natural ventilation, hilltop position, sea breeze, climate-responsive design.
Design Challenge: One of the key challenges in constructing the building is adapting traditional technology to modern requirements. Ancient oriental architecture was originally built using timber structures, which are not suitable for contemporary construction standards. The primary challenge lies in converting the traditional timber framework into a concrete structure while preserving the aesthetic integrity and maintaining the authentic proportions of the original oriental design.
Research: The innovative Oriental Temple in Malaysia offers a blend of Tang Dynasty aesthetics and modern sustainability. This research examines how the architecture adapts to the hot-humid tropical climate, with reinforced concrete and masonry providing resilience in low-seismic areas. The pitched roof, adorned with clay tiles, is designed to manage heavy rainfall, while the internal hall's layout enhances air circulation. The study highlights the temple's significance as both a cultural and spiritual center, promoting community involvement and preserving rich traditions within a modern framework.
Inspiration: In the Oriental Temple, visitors embark on a transformative journey through a fusion of classical and contemporary design. Drawing inspiration from Tang Dynasty architecture, the exterior radiates grandeur. Carved wooden panels and mirrors featuring Chinese floral elements reflect wisdom and unity with nature. Beneath a towering dome, a Buddha statue symbolizes the connection between earth and heaven. This design seamlessly integrates spiritual evolution, cultural depth, and a timeless blend of tradition with modernity.
Project Duration: The project started in October 2020 Selangor, Malaysia and finished in July of 2024
Operation Flow: Visitors pass through grand gates to explore the Tang-inspired exteriors before entering the peaceful prayer area. The building's interior is designed to maximize air circulation, capturing the refreshing sea breeze. Inside, cultural artifacts await discovery, while the meditation gardens offer a tranquil setting for reflection. Guests can join guided tours, engage in educational programs, and participate in community events, making the temple a dynamic center for spiritual contemplation, cultural enrichment, and unity.
Team Members: Creative director: SW Chew, KM Chew
Design Assistant: CWei Lee, Steve Chew
Image Credits: All image credited by PCC Design Sdn. Bhd