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Who We Are

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Led by Dato' Ar. Wan Burhanuddin Wan Hassan from its office in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, WBW ARCHITECTS is a practice defined by a commitment to contextual design, technical rigor, and urban vitality.
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The practice operates at the intersection of architecture, urbanism, and empirical research. Through in-house research initiatives, we bridge high-level spatial theory with constructability, ensuring that every design responds meaningfully to the realities of daily life.
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Design Philosophy
We believe that spatial quality directly impacts human well-being, whether in residential environments, commercial spaces, or the public realm. Architecture cannot exist in isolation; it must respond to its surrounding urban fabric, regional microclimates, and cultural heritage. Every project we undertake is driven by a context-specific methodology that balances site-responsiveness with spatial clarity.
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Adaptive & Technical Execution
Whether navigating sensitive adaptive reuse or conceiving new, landmark structures, our deep understanding of materiality, building typology, and construction methodology ensures seamless execution from concept through handover.
 
We approach every commission as a collaborative venture, guiding clients through a transparent, highly structured design process to deliver enduring, high-performance architecture.

Directors

Dato' Ar. Wan Burhanuddin Wan Hassan

Founder & Principal, WBW ARCHITECTS Sdn Bhd & Arkitek Wanburhanuddin
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Pertubuhan Arkitek Malaysia (PAM) - Corporate Member
Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM) - Corporate Member
Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) - Chartered Member
Malaysian Institute of Interior Designers (MIID) - Corporate Member
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Birmingham School of Architecture, UK

Dato' Ar. Wan Burhanuddin Wan Hassan is the Founder of WBW ARCHITECTS Sdn Bhd and Arkitek Wanburhanuddin, a long-standing and established architectural firm in Malaysia, which he established in 1990. Based in Kuala Lumpur, WBW ARCHITECTS has grown into a design practice, offering architecture, planning, interior design, landscape deisgn and other related consultancy services in the Built-Environment space.

 

Dato' Ar. Wan earned his Bachelor’s Degree and Post Graduate Diploma in Architecture from the prestigious Birmingham School of Architecture. Before establishing WBW ARCHITECTS, he built a solid foundation in architectural design and execution across the UK and Malaysia, holding positions at Robshaw Richmond Architects (London), Salvesen Homes (Birmingham), and leading Malaysian practices over his 36 years of International and Local Architectural Leadership.

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His extensive career spans end-to-end design, project management, and production across a wide portfolio, ranging from large-scale residential developments and masterplanning to specialized healthcare complexes, luxury resorts, and royal palaces.

Ar. Azmi Luddin

Director, WBW ARCHITECTS Sdn Bhd

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Pertubuhan Arkitek Malaysia (PAM) - Corporate Member

Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM) - Corporate Member

Malaysian Institute of Interior Designers (MIID) - Corporate Member

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University of Miami, USA

Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Malaysia

Dato' Ar. Wan Burhanuddin Wan Hassan

Founder & Principal, WBW ARCHITECTS Sdn Bhd & Arkitek Wanburhanuddin

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Pertubuhan Arkitek Malaysia (PAM) - Corporate Member

Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM) - Corporate Member

Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) - Chartered Member

Malaysian Institute of Interior Designers (MIID) - Corporate Member

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Birmingham School of Architecture, UK

Ar. Azmi Luddin brings over two decades of multifaceted expertise in architectural practice, master planning, and academic leadership. His professional journey began in the United States, where he earned his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Miami, Florida. Upon graduating, he honed his foundational skills at the renowned American firm Spillis Candela & Partners Architecture in Miami, gaining valuable exposure to international design standards and complex architectural delivery.

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Upon returning to Malaysia, Ar. Azmi contributed to several established architectural practices before establishing his own practice, Azmi Luddin Architect. Driven by a commitment to technical precision and operational excellence, he pursued advanced studies at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) in Penang, earning a Master of Science in Project Management.

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Complementing his full-time practice, Ar. Azmi spent several years as a lecturer at USM, mentoring the next generation of architects and bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world execution.

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With a career spanning over 20 years across practice, management, and education, Ar. Azmi has spearheaded a diverse portfolio of projects. His work ranges from master planning integrated new townships and residential communities to designing commercial hubs and major government complexes, frequently collaborating with premier international architecture firms on complex multi-disciplinary developments.

Senior Partners

Zuraimi Ismail

Senior Partner, WBW ARCHITECTS Sdn Bhd

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Project Management Professional - PMP

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Birmingham City University, UK

With over 30 years of experience across property development, project management, and architectural/interior design, Zuraimi brings exceptional strategic leadership to the firm.

He holds a B.A. (Hons) in Architecture from Birmingham City University and has been a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) since 2005. His early career began in San Francisco as an architect with global firm HOK before progressing to senior executive roles in Malaysia and abroad.

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  • Sime Darby Property: Served as Vice President overseeing a 34-acre, 7-million-sq.-ft. Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), managing end-to-end planning, strategy, procurement, local authority liaison, and execution. Spearheaded the 45,000-acre Selangor Vision City masterplan along the Guthrie Corridor.

  • Iconic Megaprojects: Managed design and construction operations for major landmarks, including the 88-storey Petronas Twin Towers, Petronas Tower 3 (57 storeys), and the Prime Minister’s Office complex in Putrajaya.

  • International Design Leadership: Led high-profile international design competitions, attracting world-renowned firms (such as Zaha Hadid, Foster + Partners, OMA, KPF, and SOM) for key KLCC masterplan lots, Beirut projects, and the Jabal Omar development in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

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Zuraimi’s vast international background, technical mastery, and track record in mega-scale project delivery continue to steer the firm’s senior leadership and drive its growth.

Zaiful Akma Zakaria

Senior Partner, WBW ARCHITECTS Sdn Bhd ​

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Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Malaysia

Ar. Azmi Luddin

Director, WBW ARCHITECTS Sdn Bhd

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Pertubuhan Arkitek Malaysia (PAM) - Corporate Member

Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM) - Corporate Member

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University of Miami, USA

Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Malaysia

Bringing over 20 years of architectural expertise, Zaiful plays a pivotal role in driving the technical and operational growth of WBW ARCHITECTS. Renowned for his precision in project management, quality assurance, and on-site execution, he seamlessly coordinates complex developments from initial design through to final handover.

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Throughout his tenure at WBW ARCHITECTS, Zaiful has successfully delivered and currently leads a wide-ranging portfolio of high-profile developments. His major project milestones span education, healthcare, industrial, and mixed-use sectors, featuring landmarks such as the UKM Specialist Children’s Hospital, Pusat Rehabilitasi PERKESO, MRSM Trolak, Stonor Condominium, and international masterplans in Palau and Jeddah.

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Key Projects & Portfolio Highlights

  • Healthcare & Specialized Infrastructure:

    • Pusat Rehabilitasi PERKESO Wilayah Pantai Timur (Under Construction)

    • UKM Specialist Children’s Hospital (Completed)

    • Petra Jaya Kuching Hospital (Under Construction)

  • Educational & Institutional:

    • University Islam Malaysia Campus, Cyberjaya (Under Construction)

    • Maktab Rendah Sains MARA (MRSM) Trolak, Perak (Completed)

    • Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Kg. Jawa 2, Klang (Completed)

  • Residential & Mixed-Use Developments:

    • Royal Military Armed Forces (RMAF) Apartments, Kg. Dato Keramat, KL (Completed)

    • Feldajaya Timur Mempaga Mixed Development, Pahang (Completed)

    • Stonor Condominium, Kuala Lumpur (Under Construction)

    • Zyaman Residence, Kuala Lumpur (Authority Approval)

  • Master Planning & International Ventures:

    • UDA Sg. Terap Masterplan (Completed)

    • Masterplan of Peleliu, Republic of Palau (International)

    • Island Resort Development, Jeddah (International)

  • Commercial & Industrial:

    • Pahang Processing Plant Factory (Completed)

    • Mercedes Showroom & Service Centre, Langkawi (Authority Approval)

Partners

Wan Hakim Wan Burhanuddin

Partner, WBW ARCHITECTS Sdn Bhd

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Pertubuhan Arkitek Malaysia (PAM) - Corporate Member

Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM) - Corporate Member

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London South Bank University, UK

Oxford Brookes University, UK

Leveraging years of architectural experience, Hakim leads WBW ARCHITECTS at the intersection of design innovation and artificial intelligence growth. His disciplined approach to project management, rigorous quality control, and commitment to meticulous detailing allow him to steer complex, multi-faceted projects from initial concept to successful physical realization.

 

Throughout his distinguished career, Hakim’s practice has spanned geographic and cultural borders, delivering landmark developments across the international landscape, most notably in West Africa. Defined by a disciplined attention to tectonic detail and an uncompromising commitment to spatial quality, his approach directly embodies the core design ethos of WBW ARCHITECTS: balancing contextual sensitivity with architectural precision.​

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Key Projects & Portfolio Highlights

  • Healthcare & Specialized Infrastructure:

    • Pusat Rehabilitasi PERKESO Wilayah Pantai Timur, Terengganu - (Under Construction)

    • Tunjung Medical Centre, Kelantan - (Authority Approval)

    • Bond Street Rehabilitation Centre, London

    • Metro Makkah, Saudi Arabia

  • Hospitality & Leisure:

    • The B&H Resort & Residence, The Gambia - (Authority Approval)​

    • Sunset Beach Hotel 100, 200 & 300 Block Interior Renovation, The Gambia - (Completed)

    • Senegambia Beach Hotel Interior Renovation, The Gambia

    • African Princess Beach Hotel Conference Hall & Fitness Centre, The Gambia - (Completed)

    • African Princess Beach Hotel Suites & Villa Interior Renovation, The Gambia - (Completed)

    • Rhu Island Resort, Terengganu

  • Residential:

    • Ocean Spray Apartmet, The Gambia - (Under Construction)​

  • Office & Religious:

    • Corporate Office Interior Renovation, Kuantan - (Completed)

    • Kulim Hi-Tech Mosque, Kedah

  • Community-Led:

    • 17 Jewry St, London

    • Gombak Children's Home, Kuala Lumpur​

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