RSP Architects is proud to highlight the Sultan Nazrin Shah PERKESO Rehabilitation Centre in Ipoh, a landmark achievement in medical infrastructure and a testament to the future of healthcare. The Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah officiated the opening of the rehabilitation centre on 16 June 2026 and with this launching, this neuro-robotic and cybernics rehabilitation facility is regarded as the largest in Southeast Asia.

The centre’s architectural vision was inspired by the rich elements of heritage and traditions of Perak and the centre’s location which is set against a backdrop of rolling green mountain ranges. Set on a 38.47-acre land, RSP Architects designed the masterplan of the project to replicate the look of a Bunga Tekat Emas (gold embroidery).

The integration of Rumah Kutai in the design of this rehabilitation project results in a more efficient building. The sloped surfaces not only elevate traditional Malay Perak architectural heritage within a contemporary context but also provide shade to the ground.

Transparent, floral-patterned facade screens embody the beauty of nature while allowing natural light to illuminate the interior spaces. A metallic grey-white facade colour was chosen to symbolize purity and to create a clear contrast against the lush greenery of the forest.

The Sultan Nazrin Shah PERKESO Rehabilitation Centre consists of 13 blocks. The central Nucleus block which is designed as an exhibition gallery featuring an open lobby at the centre of a 10-meter-high atrium. An 8-meter-diameter courtyard with curved glass serves as the “green heart” at the centre of the atrium. The expansive curved glass surface provides a clear view of the courtyard garden while allowing natural light to penetrate the atrium space.

The circular geometry of the Nucleus Block is designed with a gentle, continuous curved ramp leading to the upper levels. The ramp has a shallow gradient, allowing robotic exhibits and screens to be placed along the walls and the open design also allows visitors to overlook the atrium below from various heights.

The Neuro-Robotics and Cybernics Block integrate human-centred care with advanced cybernics technology. Equipped with a world-class deployment of Cyberdyne’s Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL) robotic suits, the Sultan Nazrin Shah PERKESO Rehabilitation Centre is the only facility in Malaysia using this technology for its therapy and treatments.

Other remaining blocks also features an aquatic centre, a sports rehabilitation block, a surau, as well as a hotel block amongst others. The Sultan Nazrin Shah PERKESO Rehabilitation Centre has also received the GreenRE Platinum certification for its excellence in sustainable infrastructure.

The Sultan Nazrin Shah PERKESO Rehabilitation Centre stands as a milestone in the journey toward creating spaces that transcend their operational purposes. By combining futuristic design with life-changing technology, the centre exemplifies a modern urban landscape where architecture acts as a catalyst for social welfare, health innovation, and human resilience.