An ode to an award-winning Malaysian architect

The Salinger Residence is a unique Malay-style house that won the prestigious Aga Khan Award for Architecture in 1998. Photos: Asakawa Satoshi/AKAA

One of Malaysia’s most renowned architects and a strong supporter of conservation in Malaysia is Prof Dr Jimmy Lim. His portfolio includes a wide spectrum of buildings, from residential bungalows and tropical resorts to inspiring mosques.

One of his most well-known works is the Salinger Residence, a unique Malay-style house south of Kuala Lumpur that won him the highly prestigious Aga Khan Award for Architecture in 1998 in recognition of his innovative approach to building. His other notable projects include Menara Prudential, Penang Turf Club, Wisma Genting, Awana Genting, Awana Kijal and Awana Porto Malai in Langkawi.