Industrial

2017-2018 LAC Electrical - Warehouse @ Demak Laut Industrial Park, Kuching
2019-2021 Leeming Printing - Office cum Factory @ Pending Industrial Estate, Kuching

LAC Electrical (Warehouse)

As a reputable contractor with expertise in electrical works, LAC Electrical was expanding with increasing project demands. Therefore, a new warehouse is necessary for them to store stocks and assemble electrical goods prior to on-site installation. As the electrical goods such as cable drum and transformer unit were heavy, labor-intensive daily operation and working hours were usually during day time, the project was designed to address these specific parameters.

Some design elements such as densely piled suspended reinforced concrete slab, heavy-duty gantry, the breathable wall with a gap in between metal sheet cladding and lower brick wall, transparent pvc wall panels, and louvers at the upper level allow the floor to undertake heavy goods within an acceptable settlement allowance, moving of goods and natural ventilation to reduce the moisture level and temperature trapped inside the warehouse.

Thanks to the tall space, insulated roof, natural ventilation, and transparent wall panels, the building owners appreciated the comfortable working environment with bright and naturally air-vented internal space.

Lee Ming Printing (Office cum Factory)

The business developed into one of the biggest printing companies in town, and expanding into various new sectors such as large format printing, advertisement banner and signage making, they require a much larger office and factory to accommodate more staffs and machinery fleet that is expanding vastly, as well as materials and temporary holding areas.

The project took place at a 30 years old building with an existing office and factory formerly owned by Yeo's, a local canned and packed beverage manufacturing company. The year-long renovation period gave the existing building an overhaul, including amendments to the internal layout, circulation, structure, facade, electrical, hvac, fire fighting services and interior design to suit the new usage and its requirements.

The owner and staffs gave their credits to the face-lifted glass curtain wall facade which brings natural lighting to the work stations, impressive double volume lobby and excellent space planning.