PROJECT BRIEF

NAME OF COURSE/MODULE : ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN IV (REKABENTUK SENI BINA IV)

COURSE CODE : ZAD 2206

Ar. WAN NORISMA WAN ISMAIL (STUDIO MASTER)
NAME OF ACADEMIC STAFF :
Ar. ABU BAKAR B. ALI

YEAR/SEMESTER OFFERED : YEAR 2 / SEMESTER 4

PROJECT NAME : ART, ARCHITECTURE AND HERITAGE

Al-Baqarah (2) No. Ayat : : 127

ُ‫ُربَّنَاُتَقَبَّلُْمِ نَّاُ ِإنَّكَ ُأَنتَ ُالسَّمِ يعُاُْلعَلِيم‬

َ ‫س َماعِيل‬ َ ‫َو ِإ ْذُيَ ْرفَعُ ِإب َْراهِيمُا ْلقَ َوا ِعدَُمِ نَ ُا ْلبَ ْيت‬
ْ ‫ُِو ِإ‬
[2:127] Dan (ingatlah), ketika Ibrahim meninggikan (membina) dasar-dasar Baitullah bersama Ismail (seraya berdoa): "Ya Tuhan kami terimalah daripada
kami (amalan kami), sesungguhnya Engkaulah Yang Maha Mendengar lagi Maha Mengetahui".
[2:127] And when Ibrahim and Ismail raised the foundations of the House: Our Lord! accept from us; surely Thou art the Hearing, the Knowing:

OBJECTIVES

1. Ability to design and integrate with due consideration for aesthetic, functional and relationship of different spaces.
2. Ability to further strengthen the knowledge on creativity appropriate massing/form in relation to site.
3. Ability to analyze and respond to environmental or site factors (i.e. land profile, accessibility, climate, vegetation,
neighboring site etc.).
4. Design should include a variety of form, texture, seasonal interest (colour to provide sensory stimulation)

LEARNING OUTCOME

At the end of the course the student will have the:

1. Ability to produce functional and aesthetical design of spaces (A3).

2. Ability to develop concept and approach of complex design principles, needs and requirements (C3).
3. Ability to produce design that integrates technology and response to the climate and environment (P4).

OUTPUT

The students are required to design various types of building ranging from small public building, open air commercial
area to a medium commercial building in an urban context with minimal historical response using medium-span
integrated structure.
PROJECT 1

GEORGETOWN UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE ‘INFOCENTRE-PARK’

FORT CORNWALLIS, PENANG

On 7 July 2008, George Town were fêted as Malaysia's newest UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This is the first time that
cultural sites in Malaysia have been inscribed into Unesco's prestigious World Heritage Listing. George Town reflect the
blend of influences that result in a unique form of architecture, culture and cityscape incomparable elsewhere in East and
South Asia. The city showcase an exceptional range of shophouses and townhouses from differing eras, providing
snapshots of building styles and types. But what is the George Town Unesco World Heritage Site, what is its history,
where is it, where to get detail information on this matter?

Therefore, Georgetown UNESCO World Heritage ‘Infocentre-Park’ will become a visitor centre that provides information
and in-depth educational exhibits of Georgetown’s history and other items relevant to tourism. The building design shall
provide an integration of visitor servicing / tourist information and community resources in a central location. This building
will serve as the tourist hub of the Penang capital. This landmark will provide a clear connection and integration with the
famous and strategic public and tourist attraction between the esplanade and the Georgetown City.

THE SITE – Fort Cornwallis, Penang

PROPOSED SITE
CADANGAN

THE TASK

The students are required to design a one-stop resource centre for local/international public/tourist that promotes
Georgetown as UNESCO World Heritage Site in a park setting.

DESIGN REQUIREMENT

 Single storey building (no height restrictions)

 Floor area approximately 100 m2
 Building design must be harmoniously integrated with its environment, locality and context.
 Adapts eco-design, eco-climate and bio-climate design which combines elements of design and aesthetics with
sustainability and ecology which can be achieved by means of landscaping.

AREAS/SPACES REQUIRED

 Information Counter - 1 person

 Lobby - 5 person
 Administrative Office - 2 person
 Tour Guide Office - 1 person
 Display Area - multimedia / hardcopy brochure etc
 Toilets for Staff
 Toilet for Visitor, Janitor
 M&E Rooms
PROJECT 2

‘HAWKER CENTRE BY THE BAY’

ESPLANADE PENANG

Padang Kota Lama or The Padang, is the parade ground and playing field created by the British colonials in the civic
district of George Town. The Padang Kota Lama aka Esplanade is next to the famous Fort Cornwallis in Penang. On one
end is this foodcourt, aptly named Padang Kota Lama Food Court as well. Opposite is the sidewalk by the sea where
one can enjoy both the refreshing breeze and view.

The Hawker Centre By The Bay Project is a refurbishment project whereby students are required to proposed a
transformation of design for the current Padang Kota Lama Food Court which receives high demand from local and
foreign visitors every weekend due to its diversity of food and drinks available at the venue. The aim of this project is to
give a new transformation of environment of the existing design but at the same time they are to maintain the heritage
and cultural value of the unique hawker culture.

THE SITE – Esplanade, Penang

PROPOSED SITE
CADANGAN

THE TASK

The design proposal is looking on how the waterfront can be transformed into a public space, with the objectives of
optimizing accessibility for everyone and increasing safety. The design is based on three main keys: connect,
concentrate and commit, which help to enhance the existing strengths of the waterfront and address its weaknesses. A
continuous beach promenade that acts as a spine by connecting the destinations and the waterfront with existing
walkways and roads shall be its priority. The design language shall be inspired by the surrounding context and the urban
landscape of the city cente which in turn can help improve the well-being of the public.

DESIGN REQUIREMENT

 Single - double storey building (no height restrictions)

 Floor area approximately 500m2
 Building design must be harmoniously integrated with its environment, locality and context.
 Adapts eco-design, eco-climate and bio-climate design which combines elements of design and aesthetics with
sustainability and ecology.
 The building design, its details and materials used must consider all external factors such as high tide, low tide,
wind velocity, climatic factor etc.
 The new design must incorporate a few numbers of new stalls apart from the existing current food stalls with
additional added value factors.
AREAS/SPACES REQUIRED

 Stalls - existing number + additional 5 stalls

 Eating Area - covered and open air approx. 200 pax
 Promenade
 Back of House/Services
 Toilet for Staff
 Toilet for Visitor, Janitor
 M&E Rooms

PROJECT 3

‘PENANG HERITAGE, ARTS AND CULTURAL CENTRE

JALAN PENANG, GEORGETOWN

The Penang Heritage, Arts and Cultural Centre Project involves the design of a building that will provide an integration of
art, heritage design and cultural/educational events take place in its exhibition and informal performance spaces. The
centre includes exhibition galleries, workshop, craft shops, cafes and an art library. It is intended as a venue for cultural
exchange in terms of content, curatorial and cultural management, giving Penang an operational base on the
international heritage scene. The project will become Georgetown next landmark in Penang’s efforts to preserve its
heritage and culture and build new cross-cultural connections that would help promote the city as Malaysia's
newest UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

THE SITE – Jalan Penang, Georgetown

PROPOSED SITE
CADANGAN

THE TASK

The students are required to design an iconic Heritage, Arts and Cultural Centre that housed its local arts and heritage
history. The task calls for an adaptable space that can be of benefit to as wide a group of users as possible, hosting
community events as well as serving as a public cultural, heritage and education facility. The building will also need to
provide space for arts advocacy work and cultivate cultural exchange between the country's different ethnic groups.

DESIGN REQUIREMENT

 6 storey building (maximum)

 Floor area approximately 800 m2
 Drop off point and main entrance
  Car, motorcycle and bicycle parking area (as required by the authority)
 Information counter
 Administrative and management office
 Meeting room (capacity 20 pax)
 Exhibition Gallery (Arts & Heritage)
 Exhibition Support - Preparation Office, Holding, Shipping + Receiving
 Lecture Room (capacity 100 pax)
 Education Studio (capacity 10 pax)
 Art Library
 Arts & Crafts Centre Shop
 Bookshop
 Coffee shop / cafe
 Art Park to support outdoor performances and events
 Surau and Ablution
 Toilets, Janitor
 M&E Rooms

PROJECT STAGES

 STAGE 1 : Precedent Studies (Group of 3)

 STAGE 2 : Site Analysis & Synthesis (Group of 3)
 STAGE 3 : Naqli, Concept & Schematic Design
 STAGE 4 : Design Development
 STAGE 5 : Final Presentation
WEEK DATE COURSE TOPICS
22/2/15 Mon OVERALL PROJECT BRIEFING : ART, ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
W1
25/2/15 Thu Site Visit to Penang

29/3/15 Mon Lecture Series : Heritage and Architecture

W2
3/3/15 Thu Interim Crit 1
Lecture Series : Landscape in the Built Environment
7/3/15 Mon
W3 Invited Speaker - Ng Sek San
10/3/15 Thu Interim Crit 2

14/3/15 Mon Final Presentation

W4
17/3/15 Thu BRIEFING PROJECT 2

21/3/15 Mon Lecture Series : Waterfront Development within an Urban Context

W5
24/3/15 Thu Interim Crit 1

28/3/15 Mon Table Crit

W6
31/4/15 Thu Interim Crit 2

4/4/15 Mon Final Presentation

W7
7/4/15 Thu BRIEFING PROJECT 3

11/4/15 Mon Cuti Pertengahan Semester

W8
14/4/15 Thu Cuti Pertengahan Semester

18/4/15 Mon Lecture Series : Basic Theory of Urban Form

W9
21/4/15 Thu Presentation : Site Analysis & Synthesis

25/4/15 Mon Site Visit : National Art & Visual Gallery & KL Performing Arts Centre
W10
28/4/15 Thu Interim Crit 1 : Naqli, Concept & Schematic Design

Lecture Series : Looking Architecture Through Interior Design

3/5/15 Mon
Invited Speaker : Rezzuan of RYO Interiors
W11
6/5/15 Thu Table Crit

10/5/15 Mon Interim Crit 2 – Design Development

W12
13/5/15 Thu Lecture Series : Ecological Urban Architecture

17/5/15 Mon Table Crit

W13
20/5/15 Thu Final Crit

23/5/15 Mon Table Crit

W14
28/5/15 Thu Table Crit

30/6/15 Mon Final Presentation 9 (Jury)

W15
2/6/15 Thu -
 MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN
22 FEB 23 24 25 26 27 28
PROJECT
BRIEFING SITE VISIT SITE VISIT SITE VISIT SITE VISIT

29 1 MAC 2 3 4 5 6

INTERIM CRIT 1

7 8 9 10 11 12 13
INTERIM CRIT 2 FINAL
SUBMISSION
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
PRESENTATION BRIEFING
PROJECT 1 PROJECT 2

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

INTERIM CRIT 1

28 29 30 31 1 APRIL 2 3
FINAL
INTERIM CRIT 2 SUBMISSION

4 5 6 7 8 9 10
BRIEFING
PRESENTATION PROJECT 3
PROJECT 2

11 12 13 14 15 16 17
CUTI SEMESTER CUTI SEMESTER CUTI SEMESTER CUTI SEMESTER CUTI SEMESTER CUTI SEMESTER CUTI SEMESTER

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

PRESENTATION
SITE ANALYSIS

25 26 27 28 29 30 1 MAY
INTERIM CRIT 1
SITE VISIT TO NAQLI STUDY,
BSVN & KLPAC CONCEPT &
SCHEMATIC
DESIGN

3 4 5 6 7 8 8

10 11 12 13 14 15 15
INTERIM CRIT 2
DESIGN
DEVELOPMENT

17 18 19 20 21 22 22
FINAL CRIT

23 24 25 28 29 30 29
FINAL
SUBMISSION

30 31 1 JUN 2 3 4 5
PRESENTATION
PROJECT 3
(JURY)

6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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