Features

The design for MSpace@Maybank Tower embraces the natural interplay between light and space, inviting daylight to flood the expansive glass-enclosed area. This creates a sense of openness, connecting the interior with the vibrant city outside, while maintaining an organic and welcoming atmosphere.

During the day, the space feels tranquil, like resting beneath the cool shade of a tree—offering visitors a peaceful retreat amidst the urban bustle.

As evening descends, the lighting transforms, drawing people together under a gentle glow, as if gathering under a tree in the twilight.

The inspiration stems from the Japanese concept of komorebi, the dappled light that filters through tree leaves, casting soft shadows and flickers of light, creating a serene, contemplative ambiance. The design captures this fleeting beauty, offering moments of calm and reflection within the heart of the city.

Drawing inspiration from Maybank’s Malaysian origins, the design concept is rooted in the wau (kite) motif, which forms the foundation for the lobby’s thematic journey. The corporate palette of gold and black is also strategically employed throughout the space to highlight key features, evoking both the brand’s identity and a sense of sophistication.

This intricate visual language is prominently implemented in the lobby, which was completely revamped with a vibrant concept that fosters a sense of openness and flow.  At the entrance, the new design begins with a new motorised sliding door framed in striking golden metal, which welcomes visitors into the grand lobby. Next to it, a large-scale digital poster serves as a design feature and a branding element, reinforcing Maybank’s corporate identity.

Inside, the lobby’s interior design incorporates the MSpace concept which balances openness with functionality, resulting in bright, spacious areas that provide both comfort and convenience for visitors. Full-height glass walls now frame the space, maximising natural light while expanding the volume of the space and providing unobstructed views of the river and the Fullerton Hotel.

Central to the lobby's transformation is the café space with both indoor and alfresco seating, providing visitors with a place to relax while enjoying views of the Fullerton Hotel. Adopting the MSpace concept, the café area also doubles as an event space, suitable for seminars, events and other gatherings. A grand piano and comfortable seating create an inviting atmosphere, while the café space design is highlighted by eye-catching features – most notably the striking tree columns that add a biophilic touch to the lobby’s interior.

Serving as sculptural focal points, the tree columns feature 2D perforated laminated panels and custom-made cloud pendant lights that simulate the effect of clouds in the sky. To continue the biophilic theme, a preserved moss wall is seamlessly integrated into the space. This low-maintenance green wall adds dynamic texture and life to the lobby, while pop-up plants and preserved wood elements elevate the nature-inspired aesthetic. A massive media wall, comprising sixteen integrated 65-inch TV panels, draws attention from all angles, adding both visual excitement and functional versatility.

Behind the moss wall, a cosy meeting room echoes the organic motifs seen throughout the lobby. Marble-like solid surfaces and a custom carpet featuring tree branches and fruits are used creatively to represent productive discussions and ideas coming to “fruition”. For a cultural touch, curvilinear forms abstracted from the wau motif add a unique character to the lobby. These flowing curves are thoughtfully incorporated in various areas, such as the elevator’s side wall leading to the first floor.