Dataran Mahkota Public Space

Johor State Administrative Centre, 79100 Kota IskandarJohor Bahru, Malaysia

Architects Titijasa Otla JV Sdn BhdKuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Clients Cahaya Jauhar Sdn BhdJohor Bahru, Malaysia

Commission 2004

Design 2004 - 2006

Construction 2005 - 2007

Occupancy 2007

Site 95,101 m2

Ground floor 851 m2

Total floor 3,576 m2

Costs 5,000,000 USD

Programme This central square of the Johor State administration complex harmonises Islamic and Malaysian culture and heritage with the natural surroundings. It is a shallow, sunken area defined by mounds to the north giving views over the square and a ‘heritage wall’ to the south. This wall carries granite slabs engraved with the historical journey of Johor. A 2000 seat amphitheatre in front of the mounds surveys the ceremonial ground, which is laid out in geometric patterns in accordance with formal Islamic design. A central water plaza and extensive planting serve to create ‘an earthly paradise’.

Building Type Area Conservation2010 Award Cycle 3807.MAL