A retired Istana Budaya official is in the process of transforming a 62-year-old traditional Malay house in Pahang into a "living canvas” to preserve Malay architectural heritage.

THE Pulau Keladi Cultural Complex near Pekan is now known as Tunku Azizah Royal Craft Village, following a major upgrade and rebranding aimed at uplifting and preserving Pahang’s cultural heritage.

KUALA BERANG: About 20 years ago, his family members and friends considered him crazy for wanting to build a resort featuring accommodations inspired by the traditional Malay houses of Terengganu.

Named ‘Teratak Ustaz Jalil’ in honour of Badrul Zaman’s late father, the house is spread over a 3,500-sq-ft area and has seven bedrooms and five bathrooms. Other components include a living room (also ...