INTRODUCTION


The Titiwangsa Pavilion Competition returns for its 3rd consecutive year in 2026, continuing its tradition of enhancing Kuala Lumpur’s iconic Titiwangsa Lake Gardens. Since its reopening in 2019 following extensive redevelopment, the park has become a treasured recreational and cultural destination, welcoming visitors of all ages and backgrounds, including persons with special needs and diverse income groups. Open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., the park offers a vibrant setting for leisure, culture and community engagement.

Entrants are invited to submit conceptual sketches for preliminary selection. Successful Entrants will be notified of their designated pavilion locations in proximity to the performance stage area (Astaka).

The event is organised in partnership with DBKL and supported by Tourism Malaysia.

ENTRANCE FEE


A non-refundable entry fee of RM108.00 including 8% SST (Ringgit Malaysia One Hundred and Eight Only) shall apply to each submission.

AWARD


Category A

Five (5) selected winners:
RM10,000 per pavilion

Category B

Seven (7) selected winners:

  • 1 Winner per partner
  • DATUM:KL Tickets for each winner

TIMELINE


The event timeline shall be as follows:

ACTIVITIES DATES*
Open Call January 17, 2026
End of Registration March 1, 2026
Submission Deadline March 27, 2026
Judging April 1, 2026
Pavillion Designer Announcement April 18, 2026
Construction Period April - May 2026
Pavilion Exhibition June - December 2026
Dismantling December 7, 2026

*KLAF Committee reserves the right to amend or change the above schedule without prior notice.

JURY


The Selection Committee shall be nominated by the Convenor and approved by KLAF2026 Curators, and will comprise the following:

PAM President / Representative

Master Juror

KLAF Past Director / Curator / Convenor

KLAF 2026 Director / Curator

DBKL Representative

Eminent Artist

Jun Ong

COMPETITION BRIEF


Click on the button to view the competition brief.