MDJM Partners with Kengo Kuma for Fernie Castle Cultural Destination Renovation.

MDJM LTD, a global culture-driven asset management company, has entered into a design collaboration agreement with Kengo Kuma and Associates to renovate and landscape the Fernie Castle cultural destination project in Scotland. The collaboration aims to enhance the cultural value and long-term commercial potential of Fernie Castle, transforming it into a multi-functional cultural landmark. KKAA is an internationally recognized architectural firm with projects in over 50 countries.

July 2, 2025 — MDJM LTD, a global culture-driven asset management company, has entered into a design collaboration agreement with Kengo Kuma and Associates (KKAA) for the renovation and landscape planning of the Fernie Castle cultural destination project in Scotland. The collaboration aims to enhance the cultural value and long-term commercial potential of Fernie Castle, transforming it into a multi-functional cultural landmark.

KKAA, an internationally recognized architectural firm, is known for integrating traditional aesthetics with modern design. With projects in over 50 countries across cultural, educational, and public sectors, KKAA brings a wealth of experience to the table. Notable recent works include the UCCA Clay Museum in Yixing, China, and the Centro de Arte Moderna Gulbenkian in Lisbon, Portugal. Kengo Kuma, the founder of KKAA, is a University Professor and Professor Emeritus at the University of Tokyo, and his work has been honored with the 2025 Louis I. Kahn Award.

Under the agreement, KKAA will provide comprehensive architectural and landscape design services for the Fernie Castle site. The redevelopment plan includes the creation of an Oriental-style garden and the planned development of an animation and art museum inspired by models such as Japan's Ghibli Museum. The museum is expected to collaborate with leading European animation studios to produce works based on classical Eastern literature, promoting Eastern cultural values and philosophical themes to audiences in the UK and other parts of Europe.

This project seeks to combine the cultural heritage of Fernie Castle with Eastern aesthetics, creating a distinctive venue that integrates heritage preservation, immersive cultural programs, and innovative design. By engaging KKAA, MDJM aims to ensure high-quality planning and execution for a destination that blends architecture, art, and cultural exchange.

"Our collaboration with KKAA marks an important step forward for the Fernie Castle redevelopment," said Mr. Siping Xu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of MDJM. "With KKAA's expertise, we are confident that this project will evolve into a one-of-a-kind cultural and artistic destination that sets a new benchmark for combining Eastern aesthetics and Western heritage. This partnership underscores our vision of creating cultural properties that foster global cultural exchange while generating long-term value for our shareholders."

MDJM LTD is a global culture-driven asset management company focused on transforming historical properties into cultural hubs that integrate modern digital technology with rich historical value. The Company has been expanding its operations in the UK, where it is developing projects such as Fernie Castle in Scotland and the Robin Hill Property in England. These properties are being remodeled into multi-functional cultural venues that will feature fine dining, hospitality services, art exhibitions, and cultural exchange events. As part of its broader strategy, MDJM seeks to position itself as a hub for artisan exchanges, art shows, and sales, leveraging its historical properties as platforms for promoting Eastern and Western cultural exchanges.

The announcement contains forward-looking statements, which involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Investors are encouraged to review other factors that may affect MDJM's future results in the Company's annual report on Form 20-F and its other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

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