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2000 - 2005
ATSA Architects Selected Works

KOTA KINABALU MASTERPLAN & PLANNING PROJECT

ENVIROMENTAL IMPROVEMENT OF KAMPUNG AIR TANJUNG ARU, KOTA KINABALU, SABAH, MALAYSIA

Super-imposed satellite picture of Kampung Air at Tanjung Aru

Background Information
The Kampung Air (Water Village) located near Kota Kinabalu, Sabah is one of the last original Kampung Air in Kota Kinabalu city center. Located at the waters’ edge, it was first built in the early 1900’s grew organically though haphazardly without proper basic amenities.

In an effort to alleviate the living conditions of this water village and to also turn it into a tourist attraction, the federal government embarked on a program to restore the historical value of the area.

The redevelopment strategy will involve the infrastructure improvement allowing the villagers here to enjoy basic amenities such as concrete boardwalk, piped water, sewerage, proper electricity and telephone connection.

At the same, the main idea here is to introduce a cultural centre to attract tourist and to provide job opportunities to the villages. Moreover, this area is also located along the Kota Kinabalu tourist belt between Tanjung Aru and Sutera Harbor, one of the blue chip developments in Sabah consisting of golf courses, hotel, yacht club and exclusive residential development.

Aerial views of Kampung Air at Tanjung Aru

Bird eye views of Kampung Air, Tanjung Aru

Plan showing the re-alignment of
walkways of the water village

Design Approach
Our master plan calls for the realignment of the boardwalk and the houses in an orderly manner. Some of thehouses will be demolished and rebuilt for the realignment culminating with the Cultural Center Complex built over the water allowing it to have a panoramic view of Sutera Harbor Tourist Development.

Various view of the Cultural Center

Top view of the floating Cultural Center

Top view of the entrance to the Cultural Village

RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT KEPAYANG, KOTA KINABALU, SABAH, MALAYSIA

Background Information
A housing development located on a ridge in Kota Kinabalu with a commanding view of South China Sea and is one of the last remaining hill lands allocated for a housing development. This 90 acre land is to be developed into an exclusive gated community which will comprise 91 bungalow lots, 92 semi-detached lots and 408 units of condominiums.

Design Approach
The layout of this master plan takes on from the sensitive approach, respecting the contour line of the terrain to minimize hill cutting and preserve the natural foliage.

The highest point of this land is reserved for a lowrise condominium development with majority of the units facing the vast South China Sea. A ring road system is placed along the contour lines which act as the main circulation and access points. For exclusivity and security, each parcel is designed with the private entrance. As this development is situated on a hill slope, it is imperative that as much of the natural vegetation is retained to protect the slopes.

Conceptual sketch

Master plan

Side division

Zoning plan

Cross Section through the site

KOTA KINABALU WATERFRONT, SABAH, MALAYSIA

Super-imposed view of the water development of Kota Kinabalu

Background Information
The Kota Kinabalu Waterfront Development is a design proposal involving the master planning for a new waterfront resort for the city of Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. This proposal will involve massive reclamation next to existing coastline of the city center with the aim of elevating Kota Kinabalu as one of the top international resort & convention destinations in this region.

Master plan

Site plan of the Resort Hotel, Condominium and Entertainment Center

Aerial view of the proposed Kota Kinabalu Waterfront with Kota Kinabalu City Center

Super-imposed view of the proposed Kota Kinabalu Waterfront

Design Approach
The master plan calls for a redevelopment of the waterfront with a an array of programs that comprises a Promenade, Convention Center, Resort Hotel, Service Apartments, Waterfront Condominiums, Ferry Terminal (a Cruise Ship Terminal), Maritime Museum, Shop Units, Business Hotel and a Shopping Center.

It is envisaged that this development will not only enclose the city center but also complement the nearby Sutera Harbour Resort development.

View from the promenade

View from approach road

View from promenade

View from the South China Sea

Top view from the South China Sea

Top view from above Kota Kinabalu City Center

MIX RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT TANJUNG ARU, KOTA KINABALU, SABAH, MALAYSIA

Background Information The proposal calls for the planning of a residential development on an 18 acre prime beachfront real estate at Tanjung Aru, Sabah for the joint venture parties between the land owner and a developer. The land, situated within the tourist belt of Kota Kinabalu is next to a five star resort hotel in Kota Kinabalu.
Super-imposed satellite picture of Tanjung Aru	Design Approach The planning concept proposed is based on creating an upscale, low density mix residential enclave. The site presents many advantageous opportunities as it nestled within the tip of Tanjung Aru with five star resort located to the north, a spectacular beachfront golf course to the south with a considerable coastline fronting the South China Sea to the northwest. The residential development proposed consists of : • 6 units bungalows • 29 units semi-detached houses • 130 units condominiums • 36 units townhouses • 6 units terrace house
Master plan	Zoning plan	Zoning plan