Postmodernism Building in Malaysia

Postmodernism is a rejection of strict rules set by the early modernists and seeks meaning and expression in the use of building techniques, forms, and stylistic references. Postmodern architecture began as an international style the first examples of which are generally cited as being from the 1950s, but did not become a movement until the late 1970s and continues to influence present-day architecture. Postmodern architecture has also been described as neo-eclectic, where reference and ornament have returned to the facade, replacing the aggressively unornamented modern styles. This eclecticism is often combined with the use of non-orthogonal angles and unusual surfaces. The common characteristics of postmodernism are sculptural forms, ornaments, typical symmetrical facade, traditional gable roof, and color.
Postmodernism Building in Malaysia
Menara Axis, Seksyen 51a, 46100 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Menara Axis was establish on March 2002 by Kumpulan Seni Reka Sdn. Bhd. The founder of Kumpulan Seni Reka Sdn. Bhd. is Dato'(Dr.) Nik Mohamed Mahmood in 1973.
Characteristic of this building are:
* Rectangle Shape
* A lot of window (exposed structure)
* High rise building
Postmodernism element of this building:
* Domes
* Arches
* Sunburst Window
Menara Tan & Tan, Jalan Tun Razak, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory
Menara Tan & Tan is a commercial building. Built in the 1990s, this 25-storey building is owned by Tan & Tan Developments Berhad. Menara Tan & Tan underwent an RM 20 million building upgrade was completed in December 2011. The developer of this building is IGB Corporation Berhad. IGB Corporation Berhad is one of Malaysia leading property development group and is listed on the main board of Bursa Malaysia (an exchange holding company). It business activities are encompass construction, property development, retail development and hospitality. The characteristic of this building are symmetry facade, geometrical shape, cylindrical shape facade, huge column in front entrance, and bold color.
Berjaya Times Square, Jalan Imbi, Kuala Lumpur
Berjaya Times Square Kuala Lumpur is a 48 storey twin tower, hotel, indoor amusement park and shopping centre complex in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It was build in 1967 and completed in 2003. The architect of this building is DP Architects. DP Architects is a home-grown architectural practice developing in cycle with the building of nationhood since the independence of Singapore. Founded in 1967 with a deep concern for the built environment and the need to create architecture of quality, it aim to improve the human experience and life through its planning and architectural works. The founder of DP Architect is Mr Koh Seow Chuan. Mr Koh graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1963. He was retired in 2004. The characteristic of this building are symmetrical, bold color, ornaments, geometrical shapes, and huge columns.
Menara Public Bank, Jalan Ampang
Menara Public Bank is a office building. This building structural material are by concrete, glass, steel and is high rise building Completed in 1994. The architect of this building is RSP Architects Sdn.Bhd. in Kuala Lumpur.
RSP Architects was founded in 1956. Ar.Hud Abu Bakar, Ar.Albert HK Hong, Ar.Ahmad Faui Hussain, Ar. Ahmad Farid Baharuddin are the founder members of RSP Architect Sdn. Bhd. The characteristic of this building are symmetrical, color, ornaments, arched windows, geometrical shapes, and pyramid roof shape.
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