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Kebun-Kebun Bangsar: A Green Oasis in the Heart of Kuala Lumpur
Ng Sek San is a Malaysian landscape architect known for shifting his professional focus toward creating positive social impact.
Beyond commercial work, he has become widely recognized for his non-profit initiatives and public space projects designed to serve urban communities.
His work has played a transformative role in revitalizing neighborhoods, particularly in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
One of his most prominent and ongoing projects is Kebun-Kebun Bangsar — an 8-acre (approximately 20-rai) urban farm and green space created on once-neglected land in central Kuala Lumpur.
The space has been reimagined as a community garden where anyone can relax, exercise, or participate in regular educational programs, including workshops and talks on agriculture, ecosystems, and cultural exchange.
Despite facing repeated challenges from government agencies over land-use rights and the surrounding neighborhood’s concerns, Kebun-Kebun Bangsar continues to thrive. It stands as a remarkable case study in urban community gardening — one that reflects grassroots resilience, social inclusion, and the power of design to foster meaningful connections.
Discover Kebun-Kebun Bangsar at SX2024
Join us for a conversation with Ng Sek San at:
(Re)Thinking Inside the Box: Vol. 2 – Better Design, Better Community from an ASEAN Perspective
🗓 Friday, October 4, 2024
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 SX Talk Stage, G Floor, Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC)
About Ng Sek San
Ng Sek San holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Canterbury and a Master’s in Landscape Architecture from Lincoln University, New Zealand. After gaining years of industry experience, he founded his firm, Seksan Design Landscape Architecture and Planning, in 1994.
With over 30 years of experience, he has designed a wide range of landscape projects across residential and commercial developments, all grounded in principles of local identity and environmental friendliness.
In recent years, he has stepped back from commercial design to dedicate his time to socially-driven initiatives — both within and beyond the design field — guided by a deep commitment to nature, ecology, and local communities.
Panel Discussion Highlights
(Talk will be conducted in English)
How “small spaces” influence urban living across Southeast Asia
Simultaneous Thai interpretation available via headphones
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