Located in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, the Tebrau Masterplan explores how hillside terrain can be transformed into a socially vibrant, sustainable urban neighbourhood. Nestled within a naturally undulating landscape, the plan embraces topography as a core design driver—creating layered experiences that cascade with the land rather than erase it. This approach allows for an organic integration of built form and greenery, enabling a walkable, terraced city that prioritizes both ecological preservation and social well-being.
Through carefully arranged residential clusters, interconnected greenways, and tiered community spaces, the masterplan fosters a lifestyle that is grounded in nature and shared experience. Roads, housing, and public amenities are oriented along contour lines to minimize earthworks and preserve natural water flow, while central plazas and communal terraces form the social heart of each neighborhood. The result is a hillside urbanism that celebrates terrain, supports local identity, and shapes an inclusive, connected future for Tebrau.
Location
Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Completion
2017
GFA
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Client
Impiana Land & Development Sdn Bhd
Services
Masterplanning
Terraced Living in Harmony with Topography
The Tebrau Masterplan stands as a compelling example of how community-centric urbanism can be sensitively integrated with challenging hillside terrain. By leveraging the site’s natural contours, the design not only reduces environmental impact but also enhances spatial quality, identity, and liveability. The interplay of terraced housing, green corridors, and communal amenities fosters a sense of place rooted in both landscape and social cohesion. Ultimately, the project offers a sustainable model for future hillside developments—one where nature shapes the city, and communities grow in harmony with their environment.
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