Design Ideals Journal

PREFACE

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PREFACE

EDITORIAL

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EDITORIAL

TABLE OF CONTENT

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TABLE OF CONTENT

REVAMPING A FORMER LANDFILL INTO AN ENERGY PARK IN ALAM IMPIAN, SHAH ALAM

2024-09-09T09:47:11+08:00

This project takes place in a former landfill in Alam Impian, Shah Alam, where it aims to repurpose a former landfill into a community-friendly energy park by addressing social, environmental and economic aspects. The energy park aims to educate the users on energy and waste management, the process of waste from site for environmental care, and the creation of opportunities for nearby sites to be developed into more commercialised land use and systems that help the site to be self-sustained. Document analysis, site inventory and SWOT analysis were carried out along with risk assessments to identify the site's potential and constraints. The analysis was concluded with an Analysis of Interconnected Decision Areas (AIDA) for synthesis. In order to achieve the aim of this project, Waste-to-Energy was developed as the design concept to tackle the available resources into electric energy and user-friendly energy park.

REPOSITIONING FIREFLIES’ SANCTUARY AT THE NORTHERN BANK OF KERIAN RIVER, PENANG (NATURAL LANDSCAPE HERITAGE TOURISM)

2024-09-09T10:04:59+08:00

Mangrove fireflies from the genus Pteroptyx contribute to a nature tourism called entomotourism. This species is an ecotourism attraction in Malaysia because tourists enjoy their synchronous bioluminescent flashing in large numbers on the mangrove trees at night. However, this firefly habitat is not protected as forest reserves and is threatened by habitat destruction and fragmentation, indicating that both their numbers and habitats have been declining. Therefore, this proposed design idea is to treasure the new natural landscape heritage tourism by engaging users with the natural element in the site of Kerian River firefly sanctuary at the physical border between Penang & Perak by revealing the ecological and natural heritage values. Through targeted interviews and surveys, a comprehensive
understanding of the geographic scope, magnitude, focal species, and other attributes of the Kerian River firefly's sanctuary tourism sites was established. Our surveys revealed that light pollution of artificial light, water pollution in Kerian river caused by the nearby industrial area and the riverbank erosion caused by the destructive wave produced by the “Kenka boats” for fishing activities were major disturbances or threats to the habitat. Finally, we provide recommendations for transforming tourist behavior to minimize the impact on firefly habitats. By developing design concepts, ideas and strategic plans that incorporate these recommendations, the Kerian River firefly sanctuary at Penang sites which is an environmentally sensitive area (ESA) can enhance the visitor experience, protect natural resources, benefit local communities, and help promote the conservation of fauna biodiversity.

INSTAGRAMMABLE TRANSIT OF KUALA LUMPUR SENTRAL

2024-09-09T10:12:21+08:00

Social media has noted a wide range of users throughout the world. One of the famous social media platforms to share unlimited photos and videos is Instagram. Instagram offers great ideas and inspiration based on an eye-catching Instagrammable setting that serves as a backdrop for a perfect photo. The term ‘Instagrammable’ is frequently defined as visually attractive or interesting such that it lends itself to being photographed and posted on social media. For architecture-based and design-based, the term is a new adjective that is used to describe a scenic or visually attractive urban design. In Malaysia, one of the potential sites to be developed as an Instagrammable area is KL Sentral. KL Sentral was chosen because of its strategic location as a hub of global connectivity that is surrounded by various types of dthat can enhance urban lifestyle with unrivalled accessibility. KL Sentral also ntral also was chosen based on three issues which are wear and tear, visual al character, and walkability. Therefore, a project titled Instagrammable Transit of KL Sentral is proposed to enhance KL Sentral as the state-of-the-art transportation hub.

EAST COAST IDENTITY OF KUANTAN: TAMAN GELORA AS A RECREATIONAL COASTAL PARK

2024-09-09T10:16:48+08:00

This project aims to transform the Taman Gelora site in Kuantan into a coastal park in order to promote Kuantan's east coast identity. As a result, it is proposed that this project include the beach as an extension of Taman Gelora in order to create a coastal recreational park. The project is in the state of Pahang, east of Kuantan, and faces the South China Sea. The park is designated as a local park and is open to the public for recreation. The park, which covers approximately 28 hectares, was established in the 1980s. Taman Gelora is made up of a number of man-made lakes and other recreational amenities. Some of the issues identified include a disjointed shore, deteriorating water quality, and ineffective facilities. There are several entrances to the area, but the park itself is located on a slightly hidden edge of
Kuantan, making it less visible to unknowing eyes. Based on these situations, the project has aimed at addressing the identified issues while also successfully promoting Taman Gelora as a recreational coastal park that can be the pride of Kuantan as an important east coast city.

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

2024-09-09T11:31:02+08:00

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.

THE GEMS OF JOHOR BAHRU: REVITALISING SUNGAI SEGGET AS A VIBRANT HERITAGE AND CULTURAL RIVERFRONT

2024-09-09T11:36:14+08:00

This project proposes the revitalisation of Sungai Segget as a vibrant heritage and cultural riverfront. Presently, the issues include the river condition in Class III and IV and less appreciation of the site's heritage values. The name Segget came from the English word "sea gate", a structure prevalent in Johor in the 1900s. This 4,280-meter river has been labelled the second most polluted river in Malaysia. The awful stench emitted by the river was due to uncontrolled sewage management by business activities along the Segget River. The methods employed in this project are site inventory, analysis and synthesis for data collection, and design process for ideation and strategies. This project proposed strategies to revitalise Sungai Segget and the surrounding area through the concept of 'The Living Museum' and activating the site through the Blue Trails, Green Trails, Heritage Trails and improved accessibility.

BANDAR BAGAN DATUK, PERAK: REVIVING PEKAN KOBOI AS A HISTORIC TOWN CENTER

2024-09-09T11:41:15+08:00

Known as Pekan Koboi by the locals, and it is planned to be developed as a dynamic historic living city. The purpose of this research is to revitalise Bagan Datuk town as a dynamic historic living town centre, with three objectives: 1) to integrate the identity of Bagan Datuk District, 2) to introduce a contemporary living grounded in commerce activities, and 3) to promote sustainable living through smart energy solutions. Among the issues concerning the town are its historical value and identity, potential as a tourism transit, valuable estuary, unappealing and isolated spaces, and security design considerations. The presence of semi-residential, administrative, and public spaces becomes elements of a dynamic living town capable of accepting contemporary approaches without jeopardising its historical built fabric.

RESTORING HISTORICAL CITY OF MEDAN BANDAR ALOR SETAR

2024-09-09T11:46:03+08:00

The proposed landscape architecture project aims to restore the historic and cultural heritage of Medan Bandar Alor Setar and its surroundings. Since 1735, Alor Setar has become the centre of administration, under the Sultan Muhammad Jiwa Zainal Abidin Mu’adzam Shah II (1710-1778). He was the nineteenth Ruler of the state of Kedah. Uniquely, Alor Setar is one of the oldest Malay Royal Towns located on the northern part of the Peninsula loaded with authentic heritage treasures. Due to rapid urbanisations, uncontrolled developments can affect the heritage assets of the site. The spills of development within the city centre have potential to change the site's historic and cultural identity. Therefore, the project proposes a restorative solution using landscape solutions to protect the identity of the place and its society with a concept of 'Intertwine of Remembrance’.

KUALA PERLIS GATEWAY: ACCENTUATING KUALA PERLIS AS NEW WATERFONT ATTRACTION

2024-09-09T12:16:23+08:00

This project is about accentuating a new waterfront attraction at Kuala Perlis. The place is facing several issues such as 1) there are a lot of dull public spaces with a lack of facilities, 2) no proper linkages and sense of direction from one place to another to guide visitors, and 3) No reflection of local identity as fisherman village. Therefore, this project aims to revive this place by enhancing the image of the Waterfront and unifying the spaces within Kuala Perlis. There are three (3) objectives of this study which are to provide vibrant places for leisure and tourism activities promote the identity of Kuala Perlis as well as the International Transit Hub, to induce uniqueness into the design of the commercial area that will generate the local economy and to enhance the waterfront connectivity that links all the sites and promotes pedestrian-friendly environment. A few methods were adopted to achieve the objectives, 1) study on the waterfront tourism, 2) inventory checklist for Kuala Perlis, and 3) observation during the site visit. The data has been analysed to enhance waterfront public realms, waterfront trading centers, and accessibility of the area. Design improvement was developed based on the results during the site visit and the desk study. Thus, appropriate design elements are proposed that enhance the area's identity, which could promote the sustainability of Kuala Perlis.

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