Publications
The Legacy and Heritage of Loke Chow Kit
Ar. Junn Ng & Ch’ng Symn, Authors
This book offers a compelling exploration of Loke Chow Kit’s life and the marks he left on Kuala Lumpur. Tracing the journey of his arrival to becoming one of the city's most influential figures, the book delves into his personal story, family life, business ventures, and the social circles he was part of. It also highlights his lasting contributions to the community and the city's architectural landscape, featuring his homes and buildings that continue to stand today. Through historical insights, photographs, and personal anecdotes, this book vividly illustrates how Loke Chow Kit helped shape the growth and development of Kuala Lumpur during a transformative period in its history.
Arch-volution, Evolution of Malaysian Architecture
Ar. Junn Ng, Guest-author
Organized by PAM Malaysia to commemorate its 100th year anniversary by showcasing the evolution of Malaysia architecture, this book features contributions from 21 Malaysian writers. Ar. Junn Ng’s contribution details the evolution of Federated Malay States (FMS) shophouses.
Heritage 2018 - Granada, Spain
6th International Conference on Heritage & Sustainable Development
Conference Paper: Masjid Jamek: KL’s Important Muslim Heritage, A Case Study On The Challenges On Sustainability Development On Its Surroundings
Located at the Kuala Lumpur confluence and one of the largest river beautification developments in the world, The River of Life is also the home of the city’s second oldest mosque, Masjid Jamek. This conference paper details the challenges faced while preserving the site’s heritage value as it underwent transformation into an urban heritage asset.
InHERIT 2023 - Sarawak
International Heritage & Cultural Conservation Conference
Conference Paper: Conservation of Historic Properties & Sites, Current Issues & Challenges
This conference paper and presentation discusses issues and challenges faced when competing with the urban regeneration trend in regards to sustaining heritage properties, especially in unlisted sites without enhanced heritage protection. It also cover various strategies that are applied to encourage successful, creative, and sustainable conservation, not limited to physical intervention.