Introducing “The Campus,” a groundbreaking community mall that redefines the future of retail in Malaysia. This adaptive reuse project transforms the former ISKL campus into a vibrant retail and community hub, setting a new standard for community malls in the region.
The Campus, Breathing New Life Into A Legacy Site
The Campus is an adaptive reuse retail development that revitalizes the legacy of the old ISKL campus. Spanning 140,000 square feet over four floors, this project retains beloved community elements such as a swimming pool, football field, and multipurpose halls.
Scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2024, The Campus is a joint venture between Ukay Builders Sdn Bhd and Mega First Corporation Berhad.
Honoring History With Modernity
Originally established as the ISKL campus in 1976, the site now embraces a new purpose while preserving its historical significance. The Campus integrates essential structures from the former school, offering Ampang residents a unique blend of retail and community experiences.
Facilities like the football field, swimming pool, and multipurpose hall continue to serve the community, now complemented by family-oriented tenants such as Amare Dancing School and Kid’s Nation.
Mutiara International Grammar School, adjacent to The Campus, enhances the community by providing world-class education based on IGCSE examinations, further enriching the local youth.
A Vision For Community & Continuity
Datuk Yee Kong Fatt, Managing Director of Ukay Builders Sdn Bhd, emphasizes the importance of preserving the essence of the original site while adapting it for contemporary needs. He said:
We believe that a key factor in creating a successful adaptive reuse project is preserving the elements people love about the previous site while adding new characteristics for the new communities that will visit. These projects should not be about throwing away history. They are about adapting, redefining, and making things relevant again and for them to serve a new purpose – to nourish the mind, body, and soul.
Datuk Yee Kong Fatt, Managing Director of Ukay Builders Sdn Bhd
Strategic Location & Accessibility
Strategically located in Ampang, The Campus is designed to cater to a substantial community. It draws from a catchment of 77,155 people within a 5-minute drive, 657,893 within a 10-minute drive, and 1,333,688 within a 15-minute drive.
The mall is easily accessible via SUKE, AKHLEH, and MRR2 Highways and is just minutes away from key areas such as KLCC, Cheras, and Gombak.
Curated Retail Experience
The Campus aims to revolutionize retail with a community-first tenant strategy. It hosts a range of top Malaysian tenants, each adding unique charm and character.
The anchor tenant, premium grocer QRA, will open its largest store in Malaysia. The mall also features acclaimed F&B brands, including the Michelin Guide restaurant Dancing Fish and matcha specialty brand Niko Neko Matcha.
Additionally, local apparel and lifestyle brands like Kapten Batik, Sueka Sueka, and Nala contribute to a rich tapestry of offerings. Essential community services such as a pharmacy, dental clinic, fitness and physiotherapy centers, optometrist, and money changer further enhance The Campus’s appeal.
For more information, visit The Campus and follow @thecampusampang on Instagram and Facebook.
