![CULTURAL EXPERIENCE CENTRE
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONORS) IN ARCHITECTURE
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN PROJECT [ARC60108]
NAME: AHMAD QHALIS BIN AHMAD MUKHLAS
ID: 0326552
TUTOR: AR. EMMANUAL CANLAS
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ADP Final Report - Ahmad Qhalis
- 1. CULTURAL EXPERIENCE CENTRE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONORS) IN ARCHITECTURE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN PROJECT [ARC60108] NAME: AHMAD QHALIS BIN AHMAD MUKHLAS ID: 0326552 TUTOR: AR. EMMANUAL CANLAS 1
- 2. 2 Table of Content Site Investigation & Contextual Studies Project Aims and Objectives Historical Background Macro Site Analysis Project Background Introduction Project Aims and Objectives Design Strategy & Exploration Micro Site Analysis Precedent Studies Design Narrative Site Planning Strategies Design Development and Massing Strategies Spatial Programming and Organization Final Design Final Boards Layout Floor Plans Elevations Sections Exterior Visualisations Interior Visualisations Environmental and Technological Strategies Sustainability Concepts & Energy Conservation Features Climatic Response Materials and Resources Structural Concept References page 3 page 5 page 11 page 39 page 24 page 31
- 3. Project Background Introduction Cultural Experience Centre Kuala Lumpur is one of Malaysia’s premier cities because of its highly modernized infrastructure and one of the most vibrant metropolis in Southeast Asia paralleling its rise as a global financial centre of the country. Amidst its commercial success, it is also becoming one of the cultural hubs of the country having the city contemporary art scene witnessing the resurgence of activities anchored by the city galleries, public exhibition and street wall painting. Local artists, old and the young have transformed bare walls into a mural of creativity; a very good example is along the River walls near the Pasar Seni LRT station. Not only this but the love for the arts and culture are celebrated in key areas, such as art galleries in multiple locations, conversion of dodgy alleyways to art streets and the celebrating culture in the stretch of the Heritage trail, starting from Pasar Seni, extending to the Merdeka square area and ending at the old KL railway. Why A Cultural Experience Centre? The opportunities and mutual benefits for the local artisans is a befitting reason why a proposal to have a City Cultural Experience Center is a good project. Emphasizing on Creativity and Place making and the attempt to come up with inspiring City Center of Culture. Is befitting to the module’s the coined as ‘architecture with social impact’. This aims to challenge students to design buildings of great substance and significance. 3
- 4. Project Background Project Aims and Objectives The Project emphasizes Creativity and Place-Making and aims to build and design inspiring City Centers of Culture. As one of Kuala Lumpur’s priorities, the project holds a very significant role to serve the place and its people. While it will be a center to experience culture, the project will also build a character and quality to the place. ● To design a place for local artists, performers, and alike. A venue for the creative people where they can share, teach, train and explore their craft ● A Cultural Centre that will put emphasis on the word ‘experience’ challenging designers to think about how to it as engaging and interactive to the public, promoting sharing and experiencing culture between people. ● A design, which will create a positive impact on the immediate neighbourhood, more engaging and inviting, hence, encourage people to stay, connect and collaborate. Hence, compliment and heighten the quality of the urban fabric through its architecture. ● The design should be highly engaging design, which appeals to all demographics, social status, and ethnicity. Attracting the interest of public thru interactive, informative and innovative ways. ● The Design should comply with pertinent guidelines and regulations. Compliance with buildability, safety, and building requirements and standards. 4
- 5. Site A Site Investigation & Contextual Studies This semester’s site took a cue from the present development of Kuala Lumpur, as a culturally rich, diverse and widely visited by locals and tourists. The sites chosen are both along the heritage trail of KL, Klang River and has a strong cultural inclination, site 1 is located beside Pasar Seni (the Central market) building, while site 2 sites between the National Textile Museum and the Dayabumi Tower. Based on the current feel of the place, both sites can be both busy at day and night time. Both neighbouring art and cultural landmarks, such as KL City Gallery, National Textile Museum and Central Market. Despite these cultural venues, according to research conducted by CEDANA report last 2018 (cedana.com.my) the creative industry Malaysia is still on the low side in terms of income generation as compare to other fields of work. The lack of talent is not the reason as there is a lot of art and cultural enthusiast, but the platform to showcase their work is still lacking. Smaller artists rely heavily on social media and immediate social circle, as they are not financially able to lease exhibition space to display their work. The lack of platform is the reason why projects related to creativity, arts & culture are the priority of the country as of the moment. Kuala Lumpur may be the best to host this platform as it is a widely visited city by both locals and tourists. Strengthening the Art and cultural industry may both be beneficial to the city and the artists. Project Aims and Objectives 5
- 6. Site Investigation & Contextual Studies River Development - Transportation mode - Tin discovery - Division of city to 3 lands occupied by British, Malay and Chinese Linkage Development - Introduction of street system - Road constructed 15 miles from Kuala Lumpur - Later to be replaced with railway Plot Development - Development of town by the topography of site - Different plot sizes as street became better Historical Background 1895 - Incline Of River River Development - City development moved further from river - Banks raised to lower flood rate and river straighten Linkage Development - Motor transportation introduced in early 1900’s - River neglected as road and rail system prioritized Plot Development - Amalgamation of lots to give way for larger buildings 1962 - Forgotten River River Development - Bank of the river concreted that transform the river to a monsoon-drain type of river Linkage Development - LRT introduced and construction of rail tracks alongside river Plot Development - Better town planning yet still irregular plot - Grid pattern focused on east side which concentrate on the financial hub centered along Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock 2016 - Urbanisation 6
- 7. Site Investigation & Contextual Studies Macro Site Analysis 7
- 8. Site Investigation & Contextual Studies Macro Site Analysis 8
- 9. Site Investigation & Contextual Studies Macro Site Analysis 9
- 10. Site Investigation & Contextual Studies Macro Site Analysis 10
- 11. Micro Site Analysis Design Strategy & Exploration 11
- 12. Micro Site Analysis Design Strategy & Exploration 12
- 13. Design Strategy & Exploration Precedent Studies Tanjin Qiaoyuan Bridge Culture Museum The museum is designed surrounding the concept of ‘walking building’ featuring spaces that allows user to view multiple view and changes of scenery. The construction and plans of the building submerge with nature of the land, which is the river and the existing landscape across the river. The interior and exterior follows the scale of the context, including the shape and built. The walking building also features changing scenery framed by the architect. 13
- 14. Design Strategy & Exploration Precedent Studies KLPAC KLPAC (Kuala Lumpur Performance Art Centre) is located in Sentul and it is a retrofitted building that built over an old railway depot. Its context is near Sentul Park and the building merges with some part of the lake. Open spaces inside the building allow user to breath, and feel the spacious of the building. There are classes, multipurpose halls, cafeteria and auditorium. Glass and concrete structures makes the building transparent and lets user focuses on surrounding context. 14
- 15. Design Strategy & Exploration Design Narrative Design Concept The concept of this building is to remove the constraints and boundaries in between people and the rich variety of landmarks and cultures of Kuala Lumpur. There are many rich culture and stories that is hidden behind the buildings and people. They are hidden with the big tall modern buildings which disrupts the view when user walk around the site, and the product such as textile and bags is not practised and to only be seen through a glass box and the market. Design Intention Thus, the function of this Cultural Experience Centre is to lead people’s view deeper and in a more interactive way towards understanding and experiencing culture such as with the workshops and performance space. With the design of the buildings, it interprets Kuala Lumpur city as a whole, with the use of materials and spaces that could be beneficial to users. Concept is interpreted through the uses of balcony and open spaces, removing the constraints between building, letting user to see Kuala Lumpur landmarks as a whole. 15
- 16. Design Strategy & Exploration Site Planning Strategies Axis of Interest The Cultural Art Centre is surrounded by a lot of different passageways that connects to the site together. This could open up opportunities for interesting points of interests that connects buildings and site context. Path Network The major vehicular traffic is located at Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, thus the drop off are designated facing the road. The riverside also focuses on making the pathway on Kalang River to connect to the Cultural Centre. Points of Entry The 4 major entrance to the buildings are from the main street, Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, from Klang River, from Textile Museum and from Dayabumi Complex. 16
- 17. Design Strategy & Exploration Design Development and Massing Strategies Building Axis Facing Klang River and Pasar Seni 17
- 18. Vertical Relationship Through Circulation Relationship Between Indoor and Outdoor Design Approach The Cultural Experience Centre plays a role in tightening the bond in between users by the placement of void in the middle of the building. This is to let people wander and explore the building and interact with other users. The spaces allow for communication in between users, and the activities such as in the studio would increase experience and knowledge of the activities they are doing at that time. Brick Planter Box Greeneries Void Openings Outdoor Open Space
- 19. Ground Floor Spatial Planning Connecting River and People The floor is to welcome and invite the locals, through various entrances. The spaces leads to the river, which helds entertainment activities and small open and closed markets. Amphitheatre & Performance Space The performance space is located beside the river and amphitheatre giving the most experience of users of the performance. Shoplots The shoplots boosts the riverside amphitheatre by being a gift shops, snack shops and etc. Open and Closed Market The open and closed market offers locals to sell and have a marketplace selling various products such as crafts. Restaurant Serving local food and supporting local food business and giving them a place to sell their food. The open eating space offers amazing views outside.Ground Floor Plan Axono Ground Floor View Design Strategy & Exploration Spatial Programming and Organization 19
- 20. First Floor Spatial Planning Production Space The floor is to have a private and semi public space where people could have a more serious collaboration of products. Studio Studio allows user to have interactive experiences with textile crafts and “anyaman”. Auditorium Auditorium is an indoor space where there would be cultural dance and local bands performances. Dance Studio Practises for performances near the ampitheatre to ease the use and practises. Collab Space Space for collaboration of work and brainstorming and is located near the studio for ease of work flow. Office and Meeting Rooms Office is located here together with the meeting rooms. Design Strategy & Exploration Spatial Programming and Organization First Floor Plan 20
- 21. Second Floor Spatial Planning Collaborative Space The floor is to have a public space that focuses on collaborating and making crafts together with the community as whole. Studio Studio allows user to have interactive experiences with textile crafts and “anyaman”. Auditorium Auditorium is an indoor space where there would be cultural dance and local bands performances. Artwork Gallery For artists to showcase drawings while having an open space dedicated to enjoy the views of Kuala Lumpur landmarks. Workshops Space for collaboration of work and brainstorming and is located near the studio for ease of work flow.. Design Strategy & Exploration Spatial Programming and Organization Second Floor Plan 21
- 22. Third Floor Spatial Planning Lodging Space The floor is to have a public space that focuses on collaborating and making crafts together with the community as whole. Studio Studio allows user to have interactive experiences with products that they are working on. Music Room Allows baskers and local performers to practise. Lodge Allows for artists or users to have a lodging space. Open Collab Space Space for collaboration of work and brainstorming and is located near the studio for ease of work flow with the elements of facing the roof garden. Roof Garden Roof garden on top of the roof supports the use of greens and allow for an economy friendly building. Design Strategy & Exploration Spatial Programming and Organization Third Floor Plan 22
- 23. Accessibility Point of Entrance Views and Vistas Indoor and OutdoorLandscapeAxis of Interest Design Strategy & Exploration
- 24. Visual Opening and Transparency Facade Treatment Natural Sunlight Entrance Environmental and Technological Strategies Sustainability Concepts & Energy Conservation Features
- 25. East Shadow West Shadow Allowing protection from direct sunlight rays and emitting beautiful shadow cast onto the surrounding open area. Facade Treatment Sun and Shadow Analysis Sustainability Concepts & Energy Conservation Features 25
- 26. Stack Ventilation Sun and Shadow Analysis 8 AM 6 PM 12 PM Environmental and Technological Strategies Climatic Response The site is surrounded by low leveled shophouses and highrise buildings such as the Dayabumi Complex. The site receives clear sunlight during 8 am due to the lack of vegetation on site and the low rise neighboring buildings The high speed prevailing dry wind direction is from the South East of the sit, furthermore the wind is more humid as it passes the sea on the Malaysia-Singapore border.. 26
- 27. Metal Cladding Roof Timber Louvres RC Plastered Wall RC Plastered Slab RC Plastered Columns Timber Floor Finishes Clear Glazed Window Brick Planter Wall Environmental and Technological Strategies Materials and Resources 27
- 28. Section A-A’ Environmental and Technological Strategies Structural Concept 28
- 29. Environmental and Technological Strategies Structural Concept Section B-B’ 29
- 30. Environmental and Technological Strategies Structural Concept Wall Section Roof Details Facade Details 30
- 31. Final Design Final Boards Layout 31
- 32. Ground Floor Plan First Floor Plan Final Design Floor Plans 32
- 33. Basement Plan Roof Plan Second Floor Plan Third Floor Plan 33
- 34. South Elevation West Elevation Final Design Elevations 34
- 35. Section A-A’ Section B-B’ Final Design Sections 35
- 36. Final Design Exterior Visualisations Side Perspective Entrance Perspective Riverside Entrance Perspective 36
- 37. Amphitheatre Space Skylight Open Space Open Collab Space by Garden Roof Final Design Interior Visualisations 37
- 38. Studio Workshop Art Studio Dance Studio Interior Visualisations 38
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