Malaysian architect's first book discusses how local cultures and traditions shape her designs


In her book, Eleena delves into the cultural influences that have shaped her architectural thinking. Photo: Eleena Jamil

When working on their projects, Malaysian architects frequently find inspiration in the country’s varied culture, climate and way of life.

The work of local architect Eleena Jamil reflects this, as she always aims to capture Malaysia’s essence through her culturally and contextually rich building projects.

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