Advantages And Challenges of Augmented Reality During the Construction Phase in Sarawak

Authors

  • Chloe Xin Tian Xia School of Built Environment, University of Technology Sarawak, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia
  • Shi Yee Wong School of Built Environment, University of Technology Sarawak, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia
  • Prescilla Anak Palis School of Built Environment, University of Technology Sarawak, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia
  • Chih Siong Wong School of Built Environment, University of Technology Sarawak, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia
  • Chu Sheng Ding School of Built Environment, University of Technology Sarawak, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24191/bej.v23i1.5049

Keywords:

Augmented Reality, advantages, challenges, Construction Phase, Sarawak, Construction industry

Abstract

The usage of Augmented Reality (AR) has increased in the construction industry, especially during the design stage. Although AR could reduce the risk and identify errors during the construction phase, limited research has been conducted. Therefore, this study examines the advantages and challenges of AR implementation during the construction phase in Sarawak, Malaysia. Semi-structured interviews with six (6) contractors and construction and project managers were conducted. The findings revealed that the key advantages of AR are improving real-time visualisation, communication and collaboration, and increasing productivity. The study also found potential challenges such as the low maturity of AR technology, cost implications, resistance to change, and project complexity. This study contributes to the construction industry for better project outcomes such as error reduction, cost saving, project quality improvement and time reduction.

Author Biographies

  • Chloe Xin Tian Xia, School of Built Environment, University of Technology Sarawak, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia

    Chloe Xin Tian Sia was a student who undertaking the Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Hons) in the University of Technology Sarawak. Her main research activity is in the area of augmented reality. She is currently working in a developer company. She can be reached through her email at bqs20090039@student.uts.edu.my.

  • Shi Yee Wong, School of Built Environment, University of Technology Sarawak, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia

    Shi Yee Wong, PhD is a senior lecturer in the School of Built Environment at the University of Technology Sarawak. Her main research activity is in the area of sustainable housing and construction management. She has published widely on these subjects in publications such as the Journal of Cleaner Production, Journal of Housing and the Built Environment and Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. She can be reached through her email at wongshiyee@uts.edu.my.

  • Prescilla Anak Palis, School of Built Environment, University of Technology Sarawak, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia

    Prescilla Anak Palis is a full-time lecturer at the School of Built Environment, University of Technology Sarawak. With a strong passion for education and research, she specializes in teaching construction economics courses, equipping students with in-depth knowledge of cost management and economic principles in the built environment. Alongside her teaching responsibilities, she is actively pursuing a PhD on a part-time basis, with a research focus on big data. Her keen interest in research drives her to explore innovative solutions and analytical methodologies that contribute to data-driven advancements in the construction industry. She can be reached through her email at prescilla@uts.edu.my.

  • Chih Siong Wong, School of Built Environment, University of Technology Sarawak, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia

    Chih Siong Wong, PhD has pursued an academic career for most of his professional life. He is currently an Associate Professor in the School of Built Environment at the University of Technology Sarawak (UTS). Residing in Sibu, a tranquil inland town nestled in the heart of Sarawak's central region, he finds solace in the simplicity of life and keeping a modest profile within his community. His primary research focuses on sustainable built environments, architecture and human behaviour. He can be reached through his email at andywong@uts.edu.my.

  • Chu Sheng Ding, School of Built Environment, University of Technology Sarawak, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia

    Chu Sheng Ding, PhD is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Built Environment, University of Technology Sarawak. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management and Economics from the University of South Australia and his PhD from Universiti Malaya. He began his professional journey working with a developer, prior to joining the academic field. He is a registered Professional Quantity Surveyor with the Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM) and a Member of the Royal Institution of Surveyors Malaysia (RISM). His research interests focus on project management and construction management. He can be reached through his email at ding.chu.sheng@uts.edu.my.

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Advantages And Challenges of Augmented Reality During the Construction Phase in Sarawak. (2026). Built Environment Journal, 23(1). https://doi.org/10.24191/bej.v23i1.5049

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