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M
MAKING
AKING HEH E R OE S
TO
OGGE
ETTH
HEER
It is almost time to end this council year. A year is hardly
enough to make all the changes each President intended
at the start of his council year. To lead a professional
institute such as PAM is not for the faint hearted, I find
that first hand in the past year. It is not an institute for
the uneducated. After all, members are knowledgeable
professionals and bound by professional ethics in their
daily works. In representing PAM at the various
international architecture events, I became aware that
there are two kinds of institutes. The first kind is an
institute for its members to promote their interest, and
their profession. Another is an institute with much of the
same objectives as the first kind but with an extra
mileage. The second kind of institute is respected and
heard by others even outside its membership base. Why?
Simply because they make a change to others, not just
themselves. The benefit of associating with the second
kind of institute has a far greater impact to society. This
is what PAM should be.
I came across a World Bank article about building an
effective institution and implementing public sector
reform in developing countries. There are some good
points out of the article talking about how institutions
could make a difference to society. Two of the main
things that stand out to me is one, to remember the end
goal which is to serve the members and the public. And
two, to achieve this through various collaborative
networks, engagement, focus groups, social platforms
and similar.
I am happy to note that PAM is moving along those lines
on both account. But more could be done. From mere
observation, only a small percentage of local architects
and firms are internationally known. I would like to
change that by ensuring that PAM assists in preparing
the platforms that showcase local talents. Thus far, we
have taken the opportunity to showcase our architects
during KLAF 2017, UIA World Congress of Architects in
Seoul, ASC Design Conference in Beijing and during the
recent WUF9, at the PAM-UIA booth. The most recent
effort to create our own ‘starchitect’ is in the inclusion of
local award winning architects as presenters at PAM’s
Design Lecture Series.
Through international networking at the institutional
level, PAM continues to look for opportunities that will
enable emerging Malaysian architects to showcase their
works. At the local level, PAM has initiated seminars on
running the business of architecture to all members as a
means of knowledge sharing by the bigger local firms.
The importance of this lies in the improved efficiency of
local firms to ensure longevity of the business.
All members should view PAM as an institute that could
help propel them to greatness, instead of focusing on the
mundane and on personal interest. Being on council is
not for the glamor of being known among architects, it
lies in the contribution that one can give to serve
members of the institute and the public. And importantly,
the council should have the smarts to protect the interest
of architects in the industry too.
There are many kinds of heroes as far as PAM is
concerned, and we would like to create more of them. 03
We have our design heroes, our emerging starchitects,
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who shall elevate our profession internationally. Then
there is the professional practice heroes who look after
the interest of the profession, tirelessly fighting
bureaucracy at the highest level to ensure we stand a fair
fighting chance among all the other construction industry
stakeholders.
As I see it, PAM should aspire to be a world class
institution where its members continue to improve and
be able to serve the public too. No matter what your
strength is, it would be good to contribute back to the
profession and be heroes together.
Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail
President, Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia
 PAM TIGERS F.C. IN THE LEAGUE
The PAM Tigers are out on the field every week to send
out the message that Architects can do more than just
design and construction. Since its inception in August
2017, the team has gone from strength to strength,
finishing third in the group at the World Architects Cup in
Seoul, Korea in September 2017 and participating in two
competitive social leagues in the Klang Valley namely the
KVL and DSL League. The PAM Tigers will soon be joining
their third.
Recently, the team finished the District Social League on
a high, winning 3-1 and breaking the 5 game winning
streak of KLFC in the final game.
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PAM Tigers with team manager Ar. Ridha Razak.
The pre-season warm-up game also saw the PAM Tigers
clutching a victory over Veritas, in what was a hard
earned 4-3 victory.
The PAM Tigers achievements has been followed closely
by many on social media and slowly building up a fan
base. The aim has always been to engage more of the
younger architects through football and to channel some
of that architectural passion for creativity, competition
and teamwork through the beautiful game.
Follow us on instagram at pam_tigersfc.
PAM Tigers F.C. participating in two competitive social leagues in
the Klang Valley namely the KVL and DSL League.
PAM Tigers’ striker in action.
 46TH MEETING OF THE BUILDING INDUSTRY
PRESIDENTS’ COUNCIL (BIPC)

The 46th meeting of the Building Industry Presidents’ Council (BIPC) was held on 26 February 2018, at Wisma REHDA,
in Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya.

The meeting was chaired by Datuk Seri Fateh Iskandar Tan Sri Dato’ Mohamed Mansur, Chairman of BIPC and
representing REHDA. The meeting was attended by the Presidents of PAM, MBAM, ACEM, and IEM. Representatives
from RISM and MIP were not present at the meeting.

Key issues that were discussed during the meeting were on matters within each Institute’s jurisdiction having an impact
on the Building Industry in areas such as:
- Standards,
- Code of Practices,
- Policy,
- Trade Liberalisation, and
- Unfair Practice.

PAM also reported on matters affecting the building industry, i.e, requirement for Architects’s endorsement on Land
Surveyor’s Plan, PAM Contract 2018 preview, export of professional services, the 9th session of World Urban Forum
(WUF9) and the Focus Group on Delivery of Construction Permit (FGDCP) under the Construction Industry
Transformation Programme.

At the end of the meeting, the Chairmanship was handed over by YBhg. Datuk Seri Fateh Iskandar Tan Sri Dato’
Mohamed Mansur, REHDA President to Mr. Foo Chek Lee MBAM President. 05

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YBhg. Datuk Seri Fateh Iskandar Tan Sri Dato’ Mohamed Mansur, REHDA President handed over
BIPC chairmanship to Mr. Foo Chek Lee, MBAM President.
ARCASIA COMMITTEE ON PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (ACPP)
MEETING AND FORUM IN KOLKATA, INDIA
9 – 10TH FEBRUARY 2018
ARCASIA Committee on Professional Practice (ACPP)
Meeting and Professional Practice Forum were held in
Kolkata, India on 9th to 10th February, 2018. The
Meeting and Forum were hosted by Indian Institute of
Architects (IIA), West Bengal Chapter.
The event was held at the newly completed Indian
Institute of Architects (IIA) building in Kolkata. This was
the first event that was held in their newly completed
building. The ACPP Meeting was chaired by ACPP
Chairman, Ar. S.Thirilogachandran from PAM.
ACPP Meeting and Forum were attended by ACPP
country representative from India, Bangladesh, Sri
Lanka, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines,
Indonesia, Myanmar, Korea, Hong Kong and China.
ARCASIA Vice President, Ar. Dr Abu Sayeed and IIA
National President, Ar. Divya Kush also attended
the meeting and forum. PAM was represented
by Past President, Ar. Saifuddin Ahmad and Ar.
S.Thirilogachandran.
The ACPP-IIA Professional Practice Forum were held on
10th February. The Forum was convened and moderated
by ACPP Chairman, Ar. S.Thirilogachandran. The theme
ACPP committee members with ARCASIA Vice President and IIA President.
ACPP IIA Forum in progress.
for this ACPP-IIA Professional Practice Forum is
“ARCHITECTS FEE: ISSUES, CHALLENGES AND WAY
FORWARD”.
Each member country representatives presented and
shared the scenario and experiences on Architects’ Fee in
practice of their respective country. The Forum discussed
and deliberated on the issues and challenges on
Architects’ Fee faced by the profession and practice of
architecture in the ARCASIA region.
ACPP intended to document the current practice and
experience on Architects’ Fee in ARCASIA countries and
to propose resolutions for way forward. Report on the
proceedings of the forum, resolutions on action plan and
way forward are posted in ARCASIA website.
It is expected that, the Architects and Architectural
Institutes of various countries from ARCASIA region
could learn from this forum and make recommendation
to the government, policy makers, the industry
stakeholders and clients on how to improve Architects’
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ACPP Committee members and part of the participants of the
ACPP IIA Forum.
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FOUR NATIONS MEETING
IN SURABAYA
This year, the round one of Four-Nation Meeting The members of the meeting also attended the presentation by
was held in Majapahit Surabaya Hotel, Surabaya, four groups of LDD students from Malaysia, Indonesia,
Indonesia on 22 February 2018. This Four Nations Singapore and Thailand who presented their findings from the
Meeting also marked the first ever Four Nation LDD workshop held in Surabaya. In the evening, all the four
Meeting hosted by Ikatan Arsitek Indonesia (IAI) nations delegates were invited to a cultural show and dinner
since the institute joined the four nations in July reception at Mdm. Tri Rismaharini (the Mayor of Surabaya)’s
last year. The other parties in the meeting are residence.
Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia (PAM), Association of
Siamese Architects (ASA) and Singapore Institute
of Architects (SIA).

Mr. Mette Rasamee from ASA reported that ASA is

working on establishing scale of fee for architects
in Thailand. He has chosen Board of Architects
Malaysia (LAM) Scale of Minimum Fee as one of
their reference in the study. Currently, there is no
scale of fee for Architects in Singapore. SIA
informed that, their scale of fee was abolished due
to enforcement of Singapore Competition Act
2004. However, with recent development in
Singapore, SIA strongly believe it is necessary to
have scale of fee for professionals.
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management system software developed by
SIACAD Pte Ltd. SIA offered to share this
application with other institutes and willing to send
technical expert to introduce and share knowledge
in utilising the software.

The meeting also thanked PAM for SIA for

successfully organised Live Design Discourse in
Kuala Lumpur and Singapore in July and October
last year. It is recognised as an excellent platform
to engage youth and the activities will be
published in a publication after completion of the
full cycle of LDD programme in Bangkok this
coming May 2018.
Official delegates from Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia
attending Four Nations Meeting.

Four Nation Meeting held at historical Majapahit Malaysia delegates with the Mayor of Surabaya City, Mdm.
Surabaya Hotel. Tri Rismaharini (centre).
 PAM HERITAGE PHOTO HUNT 2018
11th March 2018, Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia (PAM) photography competition a success. According to
under its Heritage Conservation Committee (PAM HCC) Zulkhairi, the objective of this event is to raise awareness
had again organised a heritage photo hunt in Kuala on the importance of appreciating and conserving
Lumpur. The second edition of the photography heritage assets.
competition themed ‘Warisan Kota Kita’ attracted more
than 50 participants of 14 teams, 20 percent increases In conserving historical buildings, one should focus on
from last year’s edition. both the tangible and intangible aspects of the building
in order to achieve the conservation objectives.
There were 5 prizes for ‘Best Overall Photography’ and 3 Conservation of buildings also contributes to carbon
prizes for ‘Best Photos’ to be won by the participants. footprint reduction in our city.
PAM is delighted to have two industry partners, Nippon
Paint and Dowsil Silicones to jointly sponsor the
competition this year. Both sponsors were given booth to
display their product sample and catalogue, and also
given slots to presentation their product promotional
video during the event.

According to the chief juror, En. Airul Azli from Rupajiwa

Studio, this edition of the PAM Photo Hunt had seen a
steady improvement in the quality of photos submitted in
term of creativity, composition, lighting and compliance
to the heritage conservation theme. Other jurors, Ar.
Alice Leong (Honorary Secretary of PAM) and Ar. Yong
Chee Kiat (a conservationist), also shared the same
views with En. Airul.
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The prize giving ceremony was graced by the PAM
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Heritage and Conservation Committee Chairman, Dato’

Ar. Hj. Zulkhairi Md Zain. In his closing speech, Dato’ Ar. Group photo with the participants at PAM Centre before the
Zulkhairi congratulates all participants for their flagging off.
enthusiasm and sportsmanship in making this

One of the participants waiting for the

A photo submitted for the competition. right moment before releasing his shutter.

The winning team with the highest score in Overall Photography The UTAR Architecture team was one of the 14 teams
category received RM1000.00 cash and a hamper. participating in the photo hunt.
 RECONSTRUCTION OF
RUMAH MELAYU JALAN CHOW KIT

COLLABORATION BETWEEN PERTUBUHAN AKITEK MALAYSIA AND JABATAN WARISAN

NEGARA ON THE RECONSTRUCTION OF RUMAH MELAYU AT NO. 41, JALAN CHOW KIT, KUALA
LUMPUR.

Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia (PAM) has made another key
achievement in heritage and conservation through
collaboration works with Jabatan Warisan Negara (JWN)
for a special project to reconstruct the malay traditional
house known as Rumah Melayu Jalan Chow Kit. The
house was formerly located at No.41 Jalan Chow Kit,
Kuala Lumpur was dismantled to give way for new
development. The relocation and reconstruction of this
house is important in preserving the heritage and history
of Kuala Lumpur.
The meeting was held at PAM Centre, 99L Jalan Tandok,
Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur. PAM was represented by PAM
Heritage and Conservation Committee chairman, Dato’
Ar. Hj. Zulkhairi Md Zain, Co-Chair Ar. Steven Thang Boon
Ann, Ar. Ahmad Najib Ariffin, Ar. Nor Hazman Abdul,
Datin Dr. Nor. Hayati Hussain. Jabatan Warisan Negara
was led by its Conservation Director, Sr. Dr. Robiah binti
from Mandailing, Sumatera had settled in Kuala Lumpur
in the 1830s. Sutan Puasa is said to be the person who
founded Kuala Lumpur. The Rumah Melayu Jalan Chow
Kit was built in 1926 by his descendant, Sutan Mengatas.
In 2013, the land on which the house stood was sold to
another party. The house was dismantled in 2015 by a
heritage body known as Rumah Pusaka Chow Kit. All
timber components were kept for future reconstruction
at a new location. In 2017, Jabatan Warisan Negara had
purchased the timber components and intended to
reconstruct the house at a site adjacent to National Art
Gallery, Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur.
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Abdul Rashid and assisted by Puan Mas Ayu and En.
Mohd Tahir.

The meeting was to discuss the details on the proposed

collaboration between PAM and JWN in carrying out the
project, titled as “Kerja – Kerja Pembinaan dan
Pembangunan Semula Rumah Melayu No.41, Jalan Chow
Kit, Kuala Lumpur”. During the meeting, JWN had
presented the historical background of the project and
answered queries by PAM representatives with regard to
the project implementation programs.

Rumah Melayu Jalan Chow Kit, is also popularly known The construction of Rumah Melayu Jalan Chow Kit was completed
as Rumah Degil or ‘The Stubborn House’. According to a in 1926. (Source of picture: Social media)
Malaysian historian, Abdur-Razzaq Lubis, Sutan Puasa

JWN will be the agency responsible in carrying out the

project and the work is expected to commence in early
2018. Upon completion, the house will be handed over to
National Art Gallery, who will be the custodian of the
house.

The cost of the project is estimated at RM500,000. PAM’s

collaboration with JWN will be on voluntarily pro bono
basis, providing architectural and heritage conservation
advices, fund raising for the project. Donation and
contribution from members of public are welcomed.
Yayasan Warisanegara and Yayasan Hasanah, a sister
Exchanged of memento between PAM and JWN.
entity of Khazanah Nasional Berhad have also agreed to
partially cover the cost of the project.
 The 9th ACSR ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION,
Colombo, Sri Lanka - 23rd February 2018
The ARCASIA Committee for Social Responsibility (ACSR)
was established in 2012 after the ACA meeting in Bali,
Indonesia. It is the brainchild of then ARCASIA president,
Datuk Ar. Tan Pei Ing, based on ‘Architecture for
Humanity’ and championed by Ar. Joseph Kwan of Hong
Kong, as the first Chairman of ACSR.
ACSR met at every ARCASIA Forum and Congress to
ensure ARCASIA’s seven key principles – Accountability,
Transparency, Ethical Behaviour, Respect for Stakeholder
Interests, Respect for Rule of Law, Respect for
International Norms of Behaviour and Respect for
Human Rights are observed by ARCASIA.
The Preamble to The Roundtable Discussion
The Sri Lanka ACSR roundtable discussion is the 2nd
ACSR Roundtable Discussion. The ACSR event was
organised by the Sri Lankan ACSR representative and
ACSR Deputy Chair by Ar. Russel Dandeniya, as part of
the five days SLIA’s annual architectural fest from
19th-24th February 2018. The event also encompassed
the Inauguration Ceremony for new registrations of
12 architects into the industry; the SLIA national architect’s
conference and finally the ACSR roundtable discussion.
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The event graciously opened by His Excellency
Maithripala Serisena, President of the Democratic
Socialist and Republic of Sri Lanka, and attended by
The Opening performance.
Geoffrey Bawa’s office front door and garage entrance
Honorable Patali Champika Ranawaka, Minister of
Megapolis and Western Development with Ar. Thomas
Vornier, President of the Union International Architect, as
the inauguration speaker, had witnessed over 100
registrants to the industry, student award winners and
conferment of fellows from Sri Lanka Institutes of
Architects among many other awards. The building trade
exhibition was opened on the same evening at the
adjacent building.
Ar Serina Hijjas-Keynote Speaker.
On the second day, international and local speakers were
invited to the whole day event to the theme of ‘A’ 18
Architect: Architecture to Represent People and Place’.
Among the international speakers as keynote speakers
were our Malaysian Ar Serina Hijjas belting on the Green
aspiration of the built environment and concerns of
climate change in ‘the Urban Condition’ and Ar Prof Li
Xiadong from China on ‘towards a reflexive Regional
Practice of Architecture’.
A short visit to the former office of the late Ar. Geoffrey
Bawa for the ACSR members were made by SLIA on the
team’s request. The office – a green modern tropical
architecture like an oasis in the dense but green city of
Colombo breathe to us the architecture Bawa is famed
with, an experiential sense of locality, shades, light,
humane scale, and tranquility!
Lighted corridor and water
The Opening of ACSR Event The ACSR Roundtable Discussion

ACSR roundtable event commences at 9.30am at JAIC
Hilton with the lighting of the oil lamp as Sri Lankan
tradition, by both hosts and delegates. Ar. Sudhir
Balakrishnan Pillai of Indian Institute of Architects (IIA),
Arcasia ACSR Chair, chaired the meeting. Among
distinguish guests present were President of Arcasia, Ar.
Jahangir Khan, Arcasia Hon. Secretary Ar. Ramiz Baig
and SLIA’s President, D. H. Wijewardane.
The key points highlighted were the need to act
immediately before too late; a change in the thinking
pattern that encompass needs to consider renewable
energy; seriousness of integrative building design with
passive and active energy saving features for
sustainability; the ease of use of public transport system;
lifestyle alternative transport such as cycling and
development towards zero carbon footprint.
On Climate Change and Global Warming agenda, Ar.
Jahangir Khan emphasis architect’s responsibility to
inform in school’s curriculum (architectural education)
the importance of keeping less carbon footprint in
design; the use of local material as imported items are
not efficient; positive urban agenda in integrating
heritage as re-adaptive reuse with ownership exercising
responsible usage. Ar. Jahangir Khan raised concerns,
with India having 434 schools and Indonesia 170 schools
of architecture of varying size and make, on the quality
of architectural education with an emphasis on studio
teaching and the need to train teachers.
ACSR Chair, Ar. Sudhir B, after thanking both SLIA and
the Arcasia President, begun the roundtable discussion
opening remarks on the importance of water; waste
disposal system from building; pollution of sound, visual
and air, touch and effects of fast-food; heritage; housing
shortage; dignified sanitation and universal accessibility.
The discussion should be able to deliver what and how to
take back to respective institute to preach and educate
the huge responsibility of architects. The Chair invite
presentation of the country report by respective country
delegates.
Ar. Norwina Mohd Nawawi present a snapshot of the
2017/2018 highlights from the effect of global warming
with the Penang flood; the lesson of fire incidents in
traditional religious school as well as construction site;
the contribution of CSR activities by architectural schools
of Malaysia for the needy and PAM’s reaching out to
society with Fire Department, affordable housing &
housing grievances outreach with owners as well as with
schools of architecture. A resolution calling for Colombo
Declaration 23 February 2018 was discussed and agreed.
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Ar. Jahangir Khan raised on matters of Post Disaster
training of 21 member countries in preparation for
tsunami and earthquake. The training is not as the 1st
line post-disaster, but to create human resource for
post-disaster architects with 1-2 person trained from
respective architectural institute. This trainee will
subsequently train other architects in their own land.
On the urban issue, the training duration schedule needs
to be reviewed. Cities with most problem such as The Signing of the ARCASIA Colombo Declaration
Istanbul, Mumbai and Lahore requires to be studied.

ARCASIA’s COLOMBO DECLARATION IN SRI LANKA

We, the undersigned, participants to the ACSR meeting held in Hilton Colombo Residences, Colombo, Sri Lanka, hereby
declare to support, work and promote the realization of the following goals agreed upon during this event:

1. It is declared that the duty of the architects includes making the people aware of the role of architects and the
realistic facts of effect of climate change.
2. It is recognised that heritage buildings form an invaluable asset to Asian people which should be protected and
used for current activities, that modern buildings should be liveable and universally accessible and that the design
of future buildings should be guided by principles of sustainability and compatibility with cultural context
3. It is emphasised that not only architects, but also students of architecture should be familiar with social
responsibility and that such subjects should be included in relevant curricula.
4. It is necessary to re-cultivate the sustainable values, lifestyle and culture of Asian people once again.
5. In implementing action plans emanating from the foregoing, member institutions are encouraged to seek
assistance or support of their respective governments; they are also encouraged to persuade policy makers to
adopt policies to those are in harmony with this resolution and forge healthy relationship with them.
6. It is necessary to respect the integrity and authenticity of the natural and built environment.
7. The member institutes voluntary agree to give professional advice to the concern policy makers on the above.
 COMPLAINTS & QUERIES
- MARCH 2018
No. Nature of Query
Queries
1.0 House defects A house owner wrote to PAM to seek for
an advice.
The developer, apparently, has taken
numerous attempts to rectify the issues
which turned out to be unfruitful. The
incident has gotten worst day by day
upon moving in to the unit since Dec’ 16
and has yet to be resolved by the
developer thus far and is deemed not fit
for stay.
After numerous complaints lodged with
the building management, they have
decided to look into the matter and
informed that they will take all necessary
actions (i.e. replacing the tiles and
replacing affected timber floorings) to
rectify the above said matter. Till date,
after surrendering the keys to the
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approximately 1 month (which they
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promised to rectify and address the
issues), they have to get back to the
house owner with a report on the
underlying cause of the leakages in the
unit.
Therefore, would appreciate if the
members of the Board could look into the
matter above and certify whether the
applicable building standards have been
complied with on the said building.
In addition, would appreciate if the Board
could give kind advice on the necessary
steps in order for the issues to be
addressed and rectified on a prompt
manner.
The Committee has responded, as follows:-
Dear Sir/Madam,
We refer to your e-mail dated 28th February
2018 and write in reply as follows :
1. We are honoured that you have approached
PAM for advice but note that in you attached
letter (as addressed to PAM), you also refer
to the "Board". For the purposes of clarity,
please be advised of the following:
i. The Malaysian Institute of Architects
(PAM) is a private association of
Architects, registered with the Registrar
of Societies.
ii. As a matter of policy, we shall always
endeavour to assist the public wherever
possible.
iii. PAM though should not be confused with
the Board of Architects (LAM).
iv. Unlike ourselves, the Board (LAM) is a
regulatory body established by an Act of
Parliament to oversee the registration
and conduct of all Architects in Malaysia.
v. Should you seek to contact the Board,
their address is as follows:
Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia,
Blok F, Ibu Pejabat JKR,
Jalan Sultan Salahuddin,
50582, Kuala Lumpur.
2. To ascertain the cause of the leak in your
unit, we would normally advise that you
engage the services of an independent
consultant to inspect assess and prepare a
written report on the leak.
3. Consultants recognised as being competent
in carrying out such an assessment, may be
found from amongst the locally registered
Architects and Engineers.
4. Should you have problems in finding a
suitable Consultant, you may also approach
"Architects Centre Sdn. Bhd." at the
following address:
PAM Centre, Level 7, 99L, Jalan Tandok,
Bangsar, 59100, Kuala Lumpur.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF THE MINUTES PAM Council 2017-2018
president

OF THE NINTH MEETING OF PAM COUNCIL Ar Ezumi Harzani Ismail

2017 – 2018 HELD ON 2 MARCH 2018 AT

deputy president
Ar Sarly Adre Sarkum

KOTA KINABALU, SABAH vice president

Ar Lillian Tay

Council approved the new membership applications for January 2018 of 36 Corporate honorary secretary
Members, 22 Graduate Members, 35 Student Members, 1 Corporate Member Above 65 Ar Alice Leong Pek Lian
Years Old, 1 Reinstatement of Corporate Members, 1 Reinstatement of Graduate Member
and 1 Fellow Member. honorary treasurer
Ar Alvin Lim Hai Seah
PAM Northern Chapter reported that the PAM Northern Chapter had received 32
immediate past president
registrations for the Pertandingan Rekabentuk Cadangan Pembangunan Perumahan Ar (Dr) Mohd Zulhemlee An
Mampu Milik dan Pasar Awam Jalan Perak, Jelutong Pulau Pinang. The closing date for the
competition is on 7 April 2018. past presidents on council
Ar Paul Lai Chu
PAM Sabah Chapter reported that The Sabah Ministry of Housing and Local YBhg Tan Sri Ar Hj Esa bin Hj Mohamed
Government is currently updating the current Sabah Building By-Laws 1951. PAM Sabah Ar Saifuddin bin Ahmad
Ar Datuk Tan Pei Ing
Chapter was invited to assist.
council members
PAM Student Awards: PAM Silver and Bronze Medals announcement of calling for
Ar Abu Zarim Abu Bakar
entries and launch of webpage will be on 12 March 2018. Ar Ahmad Ridha Abdul Razak
Ar Adrianta Aziz
MTIB will be organising Lembah Digital Bilut Timber Design Competition 2018 in Ar Ang Chee Cheong
cooperation with FELDA, CIMB Bank, UiTM and Majlis Rekabentuk Malaysia (MRIM). MTIB Ar Mike Boon Chee Khian
is requesting PAM to confirm if we wish to be involved in this competition. PAM had Ar Chong Lee Siong
requested for more information and it would also depends on LAM’s sanction. Ar Erdayu Os'hara Omar
Ar Dexter Koh Yew Peng
Building Management Committee reported that the bookstore has started to operate Ar Norzakiah Arshad
Datuk Ar Sundra Rajoo
its business at PAM since February 2018. Ar Steven Thang Boon Ann
Ar S. Thirilogachandran
Conservation and Heritage Committee reported that the Photo Hunt 2.0 will be held Dato' Ar Zulkhairi Md Zain
on 11 March 2018. All Council Members and its staff are invited to participate in the event.
non-corporate member on council
Constitutional Review & Election Review Committee reported that the vendor had En. Husam bin Abdul Fatah Haron
finished their part and is handing over the E-Voting system to PAM.
chairman northern chapter 15
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Committee reported that a press Ar Loh Chiak Eong
conference on the PAM-IFEM Seminar and Workshop was held on 1 March 2018.

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chairman southern chapter
A special edition of Design Lecture Series, “Re-Thinking Bamboo: Research and Ar Samsiah Abdullah
Xploration by Andry Widyowijatnoko from Institut Teknologi Bandung Indonesia will be
chairman sabah chapter
held on 10 March 2018. Ar Arnold Kwan
PAM Convention Committee decided to bring more speakers and each speaker will be chairman sarawak chapter
allocated with 20 minutes to present their papers. It was planned to be organised after Ar Bong Joon Hin
the PAM Annual General Meeting on 21 April 2018, in the afternoon for a half-day session.
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During the Four-Nation Meeting held in Singapore on 5 October 2017, the Singapore Ar Ezumi Harzani Ismail
Institute of Architects (SIA) shared that SIA had developed the office administration Ar Sarly Adre Sarkum
Ar Lillian Tay Wai Fun
system and willing to share with PAM, ASA and IAI on how the office management system Ar Alice Leong Pek Lian
can be used. Ar Alvin Lim Hai Seah
Zarina Ibrahim
Education Committee reported that the PAM Architectural Education Symposium and Nur Ekzan Mohd Ekbal
Journal will be held on 7 to 8 August 2018 at the Taylor’s University.
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Structured Course for LAM Part III Exam Candidates will be held on 31 March 2018 Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia
and 1 April 2018. It will continue for six consecutive weekends. There will be six modules 99L, Jalan Tandok, Bangsar,
with a fee of RM 3,000 per person. The minimum number to run the courses in Kuala 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Lumpur will be at 40 participants. The courses will be conducted in Chapters based on the f 603-2202 2566
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PAM Resource Centre is currently in the progress of cataloguing and re-arranging the
book collection. publishing agency
PCSN Consultancy
International Affairs Committee reported that ARCASIA ACPP Roundtable and Forum 45-2, Jalan Bandar 16,
programme will be held on 7 – 10 April 2018 in Bandung, Indonesia. Pusat Bandar Puchong,
47100 Puchong, Selangor.
ACGSA Roundtable Discussion on Green and Sustainable Architecture programme will t 603-5885 0240
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be held on 9 – 10 April 2018 in Semarang, Indonesia.
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Membership, Youth and Events Committee reported on the list of defaulted PAM
Members as follows: 2 Academic Members, 11 Associate Graduate Members, 1 Fellow cover
Member, 124 Graduate Members, 1 International Member, 58 Corporate Members and 2 G Hotel Kelawai
Retired Members. The membership of the defaulted members will be terminated on April by Architect T.Y.AU
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