GRADUATION SHOWCASE SEPTEMBER 2024

First City University College's Faculty of Design & Built Environment proudly presents its annual graduation exhibition, Sequence September 2024, celebrating the creative achievements of its design students.

The event started with the MCs announcing this year’s theme, "Connect to Elevate," highlights the collaborative spirit of students and their ability to break boundaries through design. The exhibition features projects from students in the Master of Design Management, Bachelor of (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design, Bachelor of (Hons) Graphic Design, Bachelor of (Hons) Furniture and Product Design, as well as Diplomas in Interior Design and Graphic Design.

This was followed by Jiun Xue, the Chairperson for Sequence September 2024 committee who thanked all her coursemates and team members for support.

Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Saw Sor Heoh in her speech alter emphasized the significance of design in society, stating, “In a world where visuals are paramount, design plays a crucial role in communicating ideas and fostering understanding. It uniquely evokes emotions and promotes deeper connections. “The projects on display today demonstrate that design not only creates visually appealing objects but also serves as a powerful medium for communication, problem-solving, and influencing how we interact with the world.”

The Guest of Honour, Dato Soo Kai Chee, Treasurer of the Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Furniture Association (KSFA), emphasized the success of the collaboration with First City University College. He pointed out that the Association played a vital role by offering industry support and highlight on the the quality of the graduates.

The event continued with exhibition of the Sustainable Fashion Show, where students from the Bachelor (Hons) Fashion Marketing program showcased eco-friendly designs made from recycled and natural materials. The fashion show was the collaboration between the university and the World Wide Fund (WWF), reinforcing a strong commitment to sustainable practices in the design industry. 

The September 2024 Sequence Exhibition, now in its 22nd edition, is supported by major sponsors including 1 Utama Shopping Centre, MAX WORLD, SQFT Space Design Management, Jupiter I Design Sdn Bhd, The Makeover Guys Sdn Bhd, SQUAREONE, and TAK Products & Services Sdn. Bhd.

This event continues to be a vital platform for design graduates to kick-start their careers and engage with industry leaders. More snapshots of students:- 

More information about students artwork is available at https://firstcityshowcase.com/

 

STUDY VISIT TO MAX WORLD SHOWROOM AND FACTORY

On 12 September 2024, 52 students from the BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design and Diploma in Interior Design programmes visited the Max World Manufacturing showroom and factory in Shah Alam. The study visit offered students valuable insights into the production process of interior design materials and products.

The visit began with a welcoming speech by Jack Chin, Group Managing Director of Max World, followed by a product briefing from the senior management team. The students were then guided through a detailed tour of the showroom, showcasing the company’s latest designs and innovations, before proceeding to the factory for a first-hand look at the manufacturing process.

Max World is one of the main sponsors for the students' Graduation Showcase, SQ 2024, demonstrating its ongoing support for the development of young design talent.

DESIGN REVIEW

 On 5 September 2024, the BA (Hons) Interior Architecture & Design programme held its Design Review & Assessment for the June to September semester intake. The event, held from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, saw participation from 70 students and 14 lecturers, along with 10 invited external assessors from the interior design industry.

Led by the Programme Coordinator, IDr Fakhul Zaman, the external assessors involved designers from Innovative Space Dimension, Aideaspace, Signature Kitchen, Studio MVH, DP Architects, Atti Theori Studio, RiaKL and PKNS Real Estate.

World Interior Day 2024 with RiaKL

 

On 10 July 2024, the Faculty of Design and Built Environment at First City University College celebrated World Interior Day 2024 by bringing together Diploma in Interior Design and BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design students along with their lecturers for a day dedicated to exploration and learning. The event took place at the Student's Lounge.

The day began with an engaging talk by Rex from Ria KL Design Studio, who provided a detailed exploration of the design dialogue, from concept to creation. They shared very practical application on how concept ideas being applied to the design, and showcasing an actual project by the firm. Following the talk, participants took part in a Q&A session that allowed them to delve deeper into the topics discussed.

The day continued with a workshop lead by Min from RiaKL, where attendees applied their knowledge in practical scenarios. The workshop featured a spirited competition, with Group 8 emerging as the Champion. Members of the group included, Joey Tee Jie Ying, Lai Zhi Qing, Goh Ming Ngo, Teh Ying Xuan, Nicholas Loh Jie Kit, Lee Wei Yan, Ting Teng Yung, Lai Choong Yan, and Sam Kian Mun.

Chin Wei Qi, President of the IAD Club, expressed his enthusiasm about the event, stating, "The event was truly inspiring and fruitful. It highlighted the strong connections between alumni, seniors, juniors, and lecturers, and effectively bridged the gap between professionals and students through shared experiences, hands-on workshops, and insightful feedback sessions."

Teh Ying Xuan, a final year student echoed this sentiment by adding, "The session with Mr. Rex was incredibly insightful and beneficial for my design skills and current assignment. His innovative use of materials and striking contrasts between bright and dark colours were particularly inspiring."

Overall, the World Interior Day 2024 was a remarkable event that highlighted the talent and creativity of the Interior Design students, setting a high standard for future events.

Orientation June 2024 @ Coffee and Art

This time, the Faculty of Design and Built Environment (FDBE) gathered at the Heritage Building for orientation involving all FDBE new intakes, current students and all programme coordinators on 5 June 2024. The orientation aimed to foster collaboration and the exchange of ideas among student teams, while also cultivating creativity and practical problem-solving skills through the creation of art installations.

As part of a collaboration project with the COFFEE and ART Festival at Fahrenheit 88, FDBE students were tasked with creating a wall of paper cup art. Participants were required to create artwork in black and white on provided paper cups. The installation had to align with the festival's theme, encouraging students to interpret it creatively and engage in reflective design. Students were organised into groups, each led by a senior student to oversee the project's development.

This orientation project was an exciting opportunity to kick-start the semester with creativity and teamwork. By working together on this art installation, students not only built beautiful pieces of art but also forged strong connections with their peers. Embracing the challenge allowed them to unleash their creativity and, most importantly, enjoy the process.

A total of approximately 300 artwork was collected and exhibited at Fahrenheit 88, KL from 10 to 23 June 2024.