Kuching For Me (2017)
Kuching For Me (2017)
Kuching For Me (2017)
The Design That Formed Us
n 2017, Kuching For Me: Design Contest transformed community pride into creativity, inviting Kuchingites to reimagine their city through art and design. From sculptures to light installations, the contest proved that culture and identity can shape modern townships. The ideas gathered now live within our developments – from Saradise Edge, where midin’s spiral curves inspire walkways, to Saradise Dreams, whose grandeur reflects the majesty of the Mulu Caves.
A New Chapter
Through Art & Design
A New Chapter
Through Art & Design
A New Chapter
Through Art & Design
In 2017, Kuching For Me returned with a fresh chapter — this time told through the language of art and design. Where the first contest in 2015 uncovered stories, the second evolved into a design competition, inviting Kuchingites and visitors alike to express their dream for Kuching in visual form. From sculptures and light installations to illustrations, photography, and mixed media, every piece carried the same heartbeat: pride in Kuching and hope for its future.
In 2017, Kuching For Me returned with a fresh chapter — this time told through the language of art and design. Where the first contest in 2015 uncovered stories, the second evolved into a design competition, inviting Kuchingites and visitors alike to express their dream for Kuching in visual form. From sculptures and light installations to illustrations, photography, and mixed media, every piece carried the same heartbeat: pride in Kuching and hope for its future.
In 2017, Kuching For Me returned with a fresh chapter — this time told through the language of art and design. Where the first contest in 2015 uncovered stories, the second evolved into a design competition, inviting Kuchingites and visitors alike to express their dream for Kuching in visual form. From sculptures and light installations to illustrations, photography, and mixed media, every piece carried the same heartbeat: pride in Kuching and hope for its future.
At the time, we were known as Vanadium Land, a developer preparing to embark on a 272-acre integrated township. Like many, we could have followed the trend of adopting generic, Western-inspired names. But we wanted something different — something born from Kuching, for Kuching.
At the time, we were known as Vanadium Land, a developer preparing to embark on a 272-acre integrated township. Like many, we could have followed the trend of adopting generic, Western-inspired names. But we wanted something different — something born from Kuching, for Kuching.
At the time, we were known as Vanadium Land, a developer preparing to embark on a 272-acre integrated township. Like many, we could have followed the trend of adopting generic, Western-inspired names. But we wanted something different — something born from Kuching, for Kuching.
Voices From All Walks of Life — The contest gave us the answer. Over a hundred participants – from students and teachers to conversationists, expats, and community leaders – shared their stories. More than 1,500 votes poured in as Kuchingites rallied around the finalists. For weeks, the city buzzed with conversations about what Kuching truly means.
Voices From All Walks of Life — The contest gave us the answer. Over a hundred participants – from students and teachers to conversationists, expats, and community leaders – shared their stories. More than 1,500 votes poured in as Kuchingites rallied around the finalists. For weeks, the city buzzed with conversations about what Kuching truly means.
Voices From All Walks of Life — The contest gave us the answer. Over a hundred participants – from students and teachers to conversationists, expats, and community leaders – shared their stories. More than 1,500 votes poured in as Kuchingites rallied around the finalists. For weeks, the city buzzed with conversations about what Kuching truly means.
A Community in
Creative Action
A Community in
Creative Action
A Community in
Creative Action
The response was overwhelming. More than 20,000 Kuching lovers engaged with the contest, dedicating over 1,600 hours to submissions, presentations, and voting. Behind those numbers were students, young professionals, and established artists — each bringing their own vision of Kuching to life. Wong Neng Lee’s Harmony in Kuching eventually emerged as the winner, alongside Loh Kei Yee’s Reborn and Claudia Song Mei Ling’s The Beauty of Kuching.
The response was overwhelming. More than 20,000 Kuching lovers engaged with the contest, dedicating over 1,600 hours to submissions, presentations, and voting. Behind those numbers were students, young professionals, and established artists — each bringing their own vision of Kuching to life. Wong Neng Lee’s Harmony in Kuching eventually emerged as the winner, alongside Loh Kei Yee’s Reborn and Claudia Song Mei Ling’s The Beauty of Kuching.
The response was overwhelming. More than 20,000 Kuching lovers engaged with the contest, dedicating over 1,600 hours to submissions, presentations, and voting. Behind those numbers were students, young professionals, and established artists — each bringing their own vision of Kuching to life. Wong Neng Lee’s Harmony in Kuching eventually emerged as the winner, alongside Loh Kei Yee’s Reborn and Claudia Song Mei Ling’s The Beauty of Kuching.
Dialogue That Shapes
Development
Dialogue That Shapes
Development
Dialogue That Shapes
Development
More than a competition, this was a community dialogue. Judges — including respected artists and UNIMAS lecturers — evaluated submissions on creativity, execution, and Sarawak identity. The winning and finalist artworks were celebrated in a month-long exhibition at Saradise Gallery, transforming ideas into tangible experiences for the public.
From Inspiration to Township Identity —
More than a competition, this was a community dialogue. Judges — including respected artists and UNIMAS lecturers — evaluated submissions on creativity, execution, and Sarawak identity. The winning and finalist artworks were celebrated in a month-long exhibition at Saradise Gallery, transforming ideas into tangible experiences for the public.
From Inspiration to Township Identity —
More than a competition, this was a community dialogue. Judges — including respected artists and UNIMAS lecturers — evaluated submissions on creativity, execution, and Sarawak identity. The winning and finalist artworks were celebrated in a month-long exhibition at Saradise Gallery, transforming ideas into tangible experiences for the public.
From Inspiration to Township Identity —
“We want Kuching to develop, not to be a concrete jungle of squarish buildings, but to have art elements in the design and architecture. Artistic buildings will make Kuching a city with a soul, more liveable, and attract tourists to come and visit.”
— Dato Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture, Youth and Sports
“We want Kuching to develop, not to be a concrete jungle of squarish buildings, but to have art elements in the design and architecture. Artistic buildings will make Kuching a city with a soul, more liveable, and attract tourists to come and visit.”
— Dato Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture, Youth and Sports
“We want Kuching to develop, not to be a concrete jungle of squarish buildings, but to have art elements in the design and architecture. Artistic buildings will make Kuching a city with a soul, more liveable, and attract tourists to come and visit.”
— Dato Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture, Youth and Sports
"We have already incorporated the ideas gathered from our first edition of ‘Kuching For Me’ into our development, Saradise Kuching. For this second edition, we will curate these new creative ideas from some of our contestants into our township.”
— Dato Chris Chung, Group CEO of Saradise
"We have already incorporated the ideas gathered from our first edition of ‘Kuching For Me’ into our development, Saradise Kuching. For this second edition, we will curate these new creative ideas from some of our contestants into our township.”
— Dato Chris Chung, Group CEO of Saradise
"We have already incorporated the ideas gathered from our first edition of ‘Kuching For Me’ into our development, Saradise Kuching. For this second edition, we will curate these new creative ideas from some of our contestants into our township.”
— Dato Chris Chung, Group CEO of Saradise
For Saradise, the contest reaffirmed that development is not just about building structures, but about weaving culture and identity into the urban fabric. Inspiration drawn from Sarawak’s cuisine, flora, and traditions now lives within our township designs — from public art installations to streetscapes that carry the rhythm of Sarawak. The flooring patterns at Saradise Edge mimic the graceful spiral curves of our local midin, while Saradise Dreams draws its grandeur from the majestic Mulu Caves. These details highlight what sets Saradise apart as a lifestyle developer: creating places where creativity, heritage, and community thrive together – and where investors see authentic long-term value.
For Saradise, the contest reaffirmed that development is not just about building structures, but about weaving culture and identity into the urban fabric. Inspiration drawn from Sarawak’s cuisine, flora, and traditions now lives within our township designs — from public art installations to streetscapes that carry the rhythm of Sarawak. The flooring patterns at Saradise Edge mimic the graceful spiral curves of our local midin, while Saradise Dreams draws its grandeur from the majestic Mulu Caves. These details highlight what sets Saradise apart as a lifestyle developer: creating places where creativity, heritage, and community thrive together – and where investors see authentic long-term value.
For Saradise, the contest reaffirmed that development is not just about building structures, but about weaving culture and identity into the urban fabric. Inspiration drawn from Sarawak’s cuisine, flora, and traditions now lives within our township designs — from public art installations to streetscapes that carry the rhythm of Sarawak. The flooring patterns at Saradise Edge mimic the graceful spiral curves of our local midin, while Saradise Dreams draws its grandeur from the majestic Mulu Caves. These details highlight what sets Saradise apart as a lifestyle developer: creating places where creativity, heritage, and community thrive together – and where investors see authentic long-term value.
A Milestone That
Set the Stage
A Milestone That
Set the Stage
A Milestone That
Set the Stage
Kuching For Me 2017 proved that art is not mere decoration, but a force that can shape a city’s identity. By giving voice to artists, students, and dreamers, we strengthened the bond between people and place – laying another cornerstone in our journey of Living the Sarawak Dream.
Kuching For Me 2017 proved that art is not mere decoration, but a force that can shape a city’s identity. By giving voice to artists, students, and dreamers, we strengthened the bond between people and place – laying another cornerstone in our journey of Living the Sarawak Dream.
Kuching For Me 2017 proved that art is not mere decoration, but a force that can shape a city’s identity. By giving voice to artists, students, and dreamers, we strengthened the bond between people and place – laying another cornerstone in our journey of Living the Sarawak Dream.
Discover the next chapter: Kuching For Me 2019 – The Flavours That Connected Us
Kuching For Me
2019
Discover the next chapter: Kuching For Me 2019 – The Flavours That Connected Us
Kuching For Me
2019
Discover the next chapter: Kuching For Me 2019 – The Flavours That Connected Us
Kuching For Me
2019
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93350 Kuching, Sarawak.
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+60 82 285799
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Level 1, TSG Tower, Lot 1,
Brighton Square, Jalan Song,
93350 Kuching, Sarawak.
Keep yourself updated!
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Contact us
+60 82 285799
enquiry@saradise.my
Level 1, TSG Tower, Lot 1,
Brighton Square, Jalan Song,
93350 Kuching, Sarawak.
Keep yourself updated!
Developments
Stay connected