IPOH URBAN HERITAGE VILLAGE: CONSERVE AND REVITALISE KAMPUNG KEPAYANG THROUGH AN ECO-VILLAGE APPROACH

Abstract

This project is about conserving the Malay urban heritage village of Kampung Kepayang, Ipoh that being neglected and might loss its heritage elements that are very valuable which are heritage tombs of Kinta’s ruler and Gunung Matsurat the oldest limestone cave in Ipoh. Other than that, this village is needed to be improved for the quality of life of the local people that live at the centre of urbanization. Therefore, the aim of this project is to conserve the historical elements and transforming the village into a sustainable urban heritage village for the local community benefits. The Malay characteristic of this village will be enhanced and preserve in order to ensure the heritage will flourish and not be affected by the new development.