Future Atlas 3Q 2026 | Rethinking Growth
Sustainability, technology and performance in practice
This issue brings together regional analysis, interviews and practitioner perspectives on growth in the built environment: how we use resources, improve spaces and put sustainability and technology into practice.
- 2027 regional construction outlook: Where potential opportunities lie.
- Data centres: Development landscapes in Malaysia and Thailand.
- Exclusive interview with Ar. Lin Hongsui of ID Architects.
- Habitat for Humanity: Safe water in Bangladesh and support for older residents in Hong Kong.
- Industry knowledge: Green Mark Version 7, Quantum APAC Spec-X technical knowledge series and IES-INCA’s Innovation Hour at BEX Asia 2026.
Also in this issue: Connect-X 2026 special section
Opening perspectives from Allen Ang, followed by:
- Yun Wai Wing, SPARK: How climate, people and local context shape architectural responses across Asia.
- Jean Leong, Goodrich Global: Interior materials, durability, comfort and long-term performance.
- Chew Teck Soon: Sustainability, cost pressure and commercial decision-making.
- Serene Kwok, Bluehive Consulting: Making business transformation work in everyday practice.
- Muhammad Khalil Shaiful, ID1. Lauren Ang, Webb Poh and Ar. Lin Hongsui: A panel discussion on AI, professional judgement, skills and teams.

