12 Waves Logistics Center
Reimagining Industrial Landscapes in Malaysia
The 12 Waves Logistics Center in Bandar Cassia, Batu Kawan, Penang, is Malaysia's largest warehouse. Located within the One Auto Hub development, this 65,000 sqm hub offers integrated supply chain solutions and fosters a new commercial district.
Its distinctive roofline, evoking 12 waves, serves as a regional landmark. The building is divided into 12 units, inspired by the Chinese zodiac cycle, providing opportunities for daylighting, rainwater collection, and solar energy production.
Giving Back to Grow Community.
The 12 Waves project transforms the industrial park into a business community hub. 12 waves is a part of a development masterplan comprising of a university, showrooms, service centers, food and entertainment centers, and a hotel. The 12 Waves Logistics Center offers office space, a strolling gardens, restaurants, cafe, convenience shop and a truckers lounge. A nearly 700-meter Japanese Garden, designed by a leading Japanese landscape designer, provides a contemplative space for workers, students, visitors, and residents to come together.
Blending Innovation and Sustainability.
With such ambitious planning, careful thought had been placed into creating a structurally strong roof to support the conception. One of the main challenges of the project was preventing water penetration, as the bullnose detail used to create the wave-like edges for the roofline spans a total of 685,000 sq ft.
LYSAGHT® KLIP-LOK OPTIMA™, the widest concealed fixed metal roof cladding by NS BlueScope Lysaght Malaysia, was the most ideal roofing profile to address this challenge as the sheet is not punctured with fasteners. Further, it is available in long lengths without end-lapping for water tightness maximization.
Approximately 8,000 pieces of LYSAGHT® HR-29® covering over 300,000 sq ft were installed in the upper wall of the warehouse as HR-29® is an economical wall cladding that is quick and easy to install with pierced fixing method, which saved both time and cost for the construction.
As the warehouse is situated in a coastal setting, COLORBOND® ULTRA MATT steel by NS BlueScope Malaysia, that incorporates with THERMATECH® technology makes the perfect material for the roof and wall cladding, as it is able to deliver thermal comfort for year-round peace of mind. It is also reputed to withstand marine and corrosive environments as it prevents the risks of steel sheets from rusting or corroded over time without compromising aesthetics.
The 12 Waves Logistics Center is designed with sustainability in mind. Clerestory windows and skylights diffuse natural light, reducing the need for artificial lighting. A solar grid harnesses Malaysia's abundant sunshine to generate energy. The roof design incorporates fiberglass louvers that withstand heavy rainfall and Syfonic systems collect rainwater for grey-water recycling.
Acknowledging Tradition.
The 12 Waves Logistics Center incorporates traditional Malaysian building materials and practices, while its design acknowledges the local climate. The guardhouse structure translates vernacular practices into modern materials.
Catalyst for Development.
The 12 Waves Logistics Hub is designed with sustainability and human connection in mind. It incorporates eco-friendly solutions while creating spaces for people to interact and dwell together, fostering a sense of community among diverse individuals.
Project Information
Malaysia
Oyster Matt, Cloudy Matt
Completed
2017
BlueScope Architectural Award 2024 – Malaysia – Lasting Beauty of Colorbond Steel (Commendation)
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