Contents Chapter 1
Introduction Once upon a time... Ipoh Issue Client Project Goal
Chapter 2
Methodology Precedent Study
Chapter 3
Site Analysis -Map
Chapter 4
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Proposed Building Location Site responses Neighbourhood Proposed Bike Hub Location
Building Analysis - Architecture look
- Shop Allocation
- Building Structural
Programming - Design Intention
- Activities - Spatial Programme - What? - Who? - Why? - How? - Where? - Ipoh Hritage Trail
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British Colonial Trail Old Retail Trail Indian Exotic Trail Haunter Adventure Trail
Chapter 5
Human Behaviour Analysis Study Models
Chapter 6
Proposition Realisation
Chapter 7
Conclusion
Chapter 8
Picture Credit References Appendix
Chapter 1 Introduction . Issue . Client . Project goal
Image 1 : Railway Station Ipoh
Source : Internet Image
Introduction Ipoh is commonly known as the capital of Perak located in Kinta District. It is approximately 205 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur and 170 kilometres south of Georgetown, Penang. With an estimated population of 702,000, it is considered the forth largest city in Malaysia. Ipoh was intially developed from a Malay Village of Pulau along the Kinta River banks. During the 1880’s, the town has boom due to tin rush which covers approximately 340 houses and 4,000 people. Unfortunately on June 1st, 1892, a fire had broken out and destroyed majority of the town with the estimation cost damage of & 100,000 Straits Dollars. With that tragedy, an oppourtunity had arise among planners to propose an orderly grid pattern street layout. By the second tin rush, the town was also rebuild. Majority of the decendents of Ipoh are Chinese Miners resulting ino a business and social centre. The tin mining town was soon known as “city of Millionairs”. Howver, the people in Ipoh were very displeasure over the decision of selecting Kuala Lumpur as the capital of the newly formed Federated Malay States (FMS) eventhough Ipoh still continued to florish. Yau Tet Shin had succesfully expended the town across the Kinta River during 1905 until 1914, which includes additional 216 houses in “Ipoh New Town”, a theatre and a food market. By 1911, the town was beginning to take on its current appearance with the population growth increasing from 23,978 to 27,500 in merely 3 years time. Ipoh’s geographic was rich a tin-bearing valley of Kinta River that made it a natural centre of economic growth. With that in mind, the town had grown rapidly throughout the 1920’s and 30’s due to the tin mining and rubber production in the surrounding region. On December 15th, 1941, Ipoh was invaded by the Japanese army and was made the capital of Perak instead of Taiping. On March 1942 of the Japanese Occupation, St. Michael’s Institution has been used as the headquareters of the Japanese Administration. Even after the liberation in 1945, Ipoh still maintains the capital of Perak. Finally on May 31st 1962, Ipoh gained it’s Municipal status and was also granted City status on May 27th, 1988.
Once upon a time...
1880’s Booming Tin mining industry
1820 Ipoh was born
A fire broke out and burned down half the village destroying 123 houses. The town had to be rebuilt and it became known as “New Town”. The re construction of the New Town also made way to deliberate town planning resulting in a more systematic grid system for roads and shophouses. When the eastern bank of Kinta River was developed from 1900s- 1920s, this area became the Old Town, as it is known today.
Ipoh came into existence as a village at the highest navigable point of Kinta River. Ipoh’s name was derived from a local tree called the Pohon Epu because of its abundance in the area in the 19th century. The tree is commonly known as Pokok Ipoh and its poisonous sap is used by the Orang Asli community to coat their blowpipe darts when they are out hunting.
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1892 Big Fire
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1900
1898 Ipoh Padang
1902 The Chartered Bank
1905 New Town
In commemoration of Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee, the Chinese community subscribed over £43,000 to create the Ipog Padang, a vast green field in 1898.
Chartered Bank of India, Australia and China Limited opened offices in Ipoh
In 1905, a local Chinese Hakka Millionaire Yau Tet Shin, started to develop the eastern bank ok Kinta River into what is colloquially known as New Town, along the lines of modern urban planning concepts of the time. He eventually built 216 houses, a Chinese theatre and new market.
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1906 FMS Bar
1907 Birch Bridge
1909 Birch Memorial Tower
Founded in 1906 by Cheam Tin Suan, a Hainanese immigrant with a talent for cooking English food for the homesick colonials, the ‘FMS Bar’ became a favourite wearing hole for planters and miners in Ipoh.
The bridge was built in 1907 to cope with additional traffic between New Town (which Yau Tet Shin commenced building in 1905) and Old Town of Ipoh. Locally it was known then as “the bridge that goes nowhere” as New Town did not exist then.
Erected in memory of J.W.W.Birch, the first British Resident of Perak who was assassinated in Pasir Salak on 2 November 1875 by local Malay Chief Datuk Maharaja Lela. On the civilisation panel, 44 famous figures in world history were portrayed. The image of the last Prophet facing the mosque was painted over in the 1990s due to objection from Muslims to the depiction of the Prophet.
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1912 Anglo Chinese School
1916 Townhall
1917 Ipoh Railway Station
This English-medium boys’ school was established by Rev WE Horley of the Methodist Episcopal Mission in 1895 with a starting student body of four boys; two Chinese; and English and a Tamil.
Like the Railway Station, this was designed by the then government architect A.B. Hubback and completed in 1916. At one time, the building also housed the Post Office and the Telegraph Office.
This building was created in a mix of classical and Mughal styles, similar to earlier British colonial public buildings in India. The architect Arthur Benison Hubback of the Public Works Department also designed the Town Hall and Post Office immediately opposite and is known for his work throughout colonial Malaya, including the railway station at Kuala Lumpur and the adjacent Federated Malay States Railways offices.
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1920-30 Peak of Tin Mining
1924 The Chartered Bank
1926 Kinta River
Ipoh, located in the centre of the Kinta Valley tinmining aream was built by miners and migrants. The 1920s-30s saw the peak of its tin-mining industry.
The Chartered Bank, now known as Standard Chartered Bank, has been in this buildings since 1924. The Bank opened for business in 1902 and provided loans to the Straits Trading Company and the Eastern Smelting Company amongst others.
Ipoh suffered the worst-ever flood in 1926. It was a pre-requisite for Ipoh to be flood-free in order to be the capital of Perak. The Flood Mitigation Scheme was inaugurated and the course of Kinta River was straightened to prevent flooding.
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1927 War Memorial
1937 HongKong Shanghai Bank
The cenotaph or war memorial was the focal point for commemoration of the fallen after WWI and can be found in every city, town and village in the British Empire. The memorial also pays tribute to all those who died in the two world wars, the Malatan Emergency (1948-1960), the Confrontation (1962-1965) and the Insurgency (1972-1990).
The Hong Kong & Shanghai Bank, together with other banks such as the Chartered Bank of India, Australia & China came to existence in Ipoh due to the tin-mining boom between 1920s and 1930s.
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1941 World War II and Japanese invasion
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1942 Japanese colonization and Ipoh made as the Capital replacing Taiping
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1945 Ipoh was liberated and remains the capital of Perak and the Japanese Surrendered.
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1946 British introduced Malayan Union
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1957 Malaysia gain Independence
1962 Ipoh gained Municipal Status
1968 Sulatan Idris Shah II Mosque This is a State Mosque which was completed in August 1968. It was named after Sultan Idris Shah II (1963-1984) in September 1978 in conjunction with his 54th birthday. The need and aspiration to build a State Mosque arose when the State Capital was moved from Taiping to Ipoh during the Japanese Occupation in World War II. It is the biggest mosque in the city occupying 2.6 hectares.
The cenotaph or war memorial was the focal point for commemoration of the fallen after WWI and can be found in every city, town and village in the British Empire. The memorial also pays tribute to all those who died in the two world wars, the Malatan Emergency (1948-1960), the Confrontation (1962-1965) and the Insurgency (1972-1990).
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1970 Ipoh Wet Market
1982 Kinta Heights
This is one of the largest fresh markets in Ipoh. The market is spread among four storeys in a huge complex right in the middle of town.
Kinta heights is the first high rise building built in Ipoh. This 20-storey building is a block of flats built by Ipoh City Council for those with limited income. The project was part of the efforts by the state government to introduce a new generation of affordable homes since 1980s.
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1988 Ipoh was granted the city status by the Sultan of Perak
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Issue
Ipoh town is well known for its famous local delicacies along with the
recent street art paintings by Ernest Zackarevic in Ipoh town. Although, these street wall paintings will help contribute to local businesses as attraction of tourist, it doesn’t help those tourist to truly understand about the Heritage and story of Ipoh. Based on the questionnaire survey conducted, the result of the attraction towards Ipoh was majority for its delicacies and minority chose culture and heritage. Many did not even knew about the culture and heritage of Ipoh as well.
According to the research on The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), Ipoh is not recognize under UNESCO World Heritage List. Therefore, tourist and visitors would not know the importance of Ipoh’s historical heritage. Even though Perak has been recognized as the most tourist arrival in Malaysia, but the top five destinations in Perak most visited by visitors would be Pangkor Island, Zoo Taiping, Taiping Lake Gardens, Teluk Batik and Bukit Merah Lake Town but not Ipoh Old Town. Image 2 : Back Alley
Source : Internet Image
Besides that, Tan Sri Hew See Tong also stated that poor acknowledgement on attractions and places of interest in Ipoh has become an issue as it contributes to the depleting knowledge of the Ipoh. Moreover, Ipoh lacks of major public transportation hubs unlike Penang and Kuala Lumpur. Therefore, it is highly inconvenient for tourists to travelling within Ipoh which would definitely affect the number of tourist arrivals in the state. (Tan Sri Hew See Tong, 2013) Despite of these issues, Ipoh still faces traffic congestion within the city centre that causes inconvenience and time wastage. (Roshidi Hashim, 2013)
Lastly, another issue to be taken into consideration are heritage sites and buildings are not being well protected and looked over, instead it is being destroyed as time goes by. If the current situation still maintain for the next following years, the future generation might not have the chance to have a glimpse of the beauty of heritage in the future.
Image 3 : Destroy
Source: Self generated
Client
Persatuan Warisan Perak
(Reg. No. 1254) was registered with the Registrar of Societies in August, 2003. Office and Postal Address: 85C, Jalan Sultan Abdul Jalil, 30300 IPOH, Perak, Malaysia. (opposite the Syuen Hotel) Fax: 05-253 5507 E-mail: perakheritage36@gmail.com Website: https://perakheritage.wordpress.com Perak Heritage Society is a non-governmental organization based in Ipoh. We are a group of people passionate about safe-guarding Perak’s heritage.
Objectives To promote public awareness and the conservation and preservation of our social, environment and cultural heritage, for the benefit of all the people in Perak. In truth, we deal with Perak’s natural, cultural and industrial heritage.
Service Provided
Image 4 : Entrance
Source : Internet Image
Project Goals
As Ipoh is less popular in Malaysia based on the questionnaire survey given out and research done, I would like to revive
the cultural heritage in Ipoh and giving a new life to those abandoned building arounf in the old town area by providing a new related spaces, activities and facilities for local and tourist.
Therefore, the goal for this project is to promote and share the knowledge and history of Ipoh heritage, to increase the usage of bicycle as a form of transportation and to solve the air pollution, to build up the relationship between tourist and the local and also to increased interest in bicycle commuting.
Chapter 2 Methodology . Critical Regionalism . Precedent Study
Methodology
Background Study Understand project issue, rationale and client background
Interview
Verified facts and in-depth study on the issue. Thought and experience sharing.
Interviewees:
Perak Heritage Society (Mr. Liaw) Ipoh student (Mee Jing Hao)
Questionnaire
Design Proposition
Literature Review
Sources:
Collect general public opinions and users experience sharing.
Research
Design Proposition Design Realisation
Review and analyse information from readings.
Refer to Appendices: Questionnaire
History and Architecture books:
Encounters with Ipoh, Familiar space untold stories. Marks of Malaysia, 360 paintings by Chin Kon Yit Landmark of Perak Critical Regionalism
Online Database:
Ipoh World organisation Ipoh Echo Badan Warisan Lestari Heritage
Researchers studies
Case Study
Visit to Sekeping Retreat, local shophouses and bicycle retails in Malaysia, inspired architect/ designer projects and galleries.
Design Proposition Notable:
Penang George Town, Melacca Jonker Street, Ipoh Old Town, Kuala Lumpur pre-war Building. KL Galleries Sekeping Victoria Kurau Library (L45) KL Back Home Hostel
Site Analysis
Understand site pros and cons. Site responses.
Design Proposition Design Realisation
Town Hall
St. Micheal’s Institution
Railway Station
HSBC Bank
Post Office
Police Station
Proposed Site Bus Station Litttle India
Figure 1 : Site Responed & Neighbourhood
Building Analysis
Understand building design character and structural elements.
Design Proposition Design Realisation Figure 2 : Building Structure
Self Exploration
Ipoh Heritage Trail map
Visits to Penang , Melacca and Ipoh, cultural heritage, preservation places.
Analysis
Source: Self generated
- English Colonial Trail - Old Retail Trail - Indian Exotic Trail
- Haunter Adventure Trail
Ipoh Street Art Trail 1 & 2 Ipoh Food List
Source: Self generated
Programme Design
Design suitable activities based on research analysis and design intentions.
Figure 3 : Spatial Programme
Source: Self generated
Human Behavior Study
Human sensors, behavioural psychology, anthropometry.
Programming Figure 4 : Bike Size
Source: Self generated
Space Planing
Understand building design character and structural elements.
Figure 5 : Ground Floor Planning Source: Self generated
Figure 6 : Ground Floor Planning Source: Self generated
Precedent Study - New Kyoto Town House This is a residential house located on a narrow site in the centre of Kyoto, the old capital of Japan. The area is lined with traditional wooden townhouses. While inheriting the advantages of townhouses, we intended to overcome their drawbacks and create a comfortable and enjoyable space. The most characteristic feature of this house is the polyhedral form of the partition walls. They are not made by intuition but are based on logical concepts and perform multiple functions.
Figure 8 : Diagram of the design Source : Internet Image
Many places in one room Figure 7 : Many places in one room Source: Internet Source
Image 5 : Interior Space of Town House Source : Internet Image
Gradation of natural light Figure 8 : Gradation of natural light Source: Internet Source
Image 6 : Interior Space of Town House Source : Internet Image
Polyhedral form partition walls creates a continuous room which is simultaneously spacious and heterogeneous instead of vertical and horizontal direction partitions which have multidimensionality and loosely connects the spaces.
Pleasure of moving Figure 9 : Pleasure of moving Source: Internet Source
Image 7 : Interior Space of Town House Source : Internet Image
3D - multiuse of volume Figure 10 : 3D - Multiuse of volume Source: Internet Source
Image 8 : Interior Space of Town House Source : Internet Image
Polyhedral partition walls softly reflects the natural lighting into the exterior from architectural openings which brightens darker areas in the space and requires less artificial lighting.
Figure 11 : Sectional Perspective Source: Internet Source
Image 9 : Interior Space of Town House Source : Internet Image
Partition wall blurs the boundary between furniture and architecture, encouraging perception and behaviour within the space.
Furniture scale < Partition wall < Architecture scale
Image 10 : Interior Space of Town House Source : Internet Image
Plywood-finished walls that blends the floor and ceiling creates a form of experience for users in the space by touching the interior forms while passing which produces interaction and communciation between user and space or vice versa.
Image 11 : Interior Space of Town House Source : Internet Image
Image 12 : Interior Space of Town House Source : Internet Image
Different floor levels helps divide the space or works as a space indication instead of using partition walls which also contributes to interaction and communication within the space.
Chapter 3 Site . Building Analysis
Site Analysis
Figure 12 : West Malaysia Map Source :Arthur
Map Of Peninsular Malaysia Preak is one of the sixteen Malaysian state and also the second largest after Pahang. During the late nineteeth and early twentieh centuries, it was the richest state among the Federated Malay State. It built its wealth on tin-mining, concentrated around the resource - rich Kinta Valley.
Figure 13 : Perak Map Source :Arthur
Map Of Perak Perak can be broken down to ten districts, out of which, Ipoh is situated in the one which the highest popultation: Kinta. Named after the Kinta River, Ipoh is at the heart of the Kinta Valley alongside other settlements like Sungai Siput, Chemor, Menglembu, Batu Gajah, Teronoh, and tanjung Tualang.
Figure 14 : Ipoh Map Source :Arthur
Map Of Ipoh Ipoh is also the capital of Perak. Legend has it that it is named after the Ipoh tree, which was abundantly found in Perak at the time of Ipoh’s founding or beginning as a settlement. Ipoh’s heritage core comprises the Old Town and the New Town.
Image 13 : Interior Space of Town House
Source : Self Capture Image
Proposed Building Location
Proposed Site is located at 33-61, Jalan Market, 30000 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia.(4.595959, 101.077981) Three selected buildings are abandoned which were formally shoplots. It is located within the heart of Ipoh Old Town.
Figure 18 : Key Plan Source : Internet Image
Bussiness Public Transportation Bank Service Attractions
Sun Orientation
Wind Direction
Traffic Flow Main Road Acess
Noise Level
Site Respond
Town Hall
St. Micheal’s Institution
Railway Station
HSBC Bank
Post Office
Police Station
Proposed Site Bus Station
Neighbourhood Proposed site is located in the middle of Ipoh. There is a railway station, bus station, post office, police station. These places are located approximately 600m- 650m from site and requires a 10 minutes’ walk except the bus station.
Litttle India
The bus station is located further than away with a distance of 850m and a 12 minutes’ walk from the site. As many public transportation centers are located nearby, visitors and locals can take the public transportation to the proposed tourism hub in the future.
Building Analysis Architecture Outlook Based on the observation from the site visit, the selected buildings portrays the similarities of the Early-Straits Eclectic Style that bloom during the year of 1890 to 1910.
Image 14 :Proposed Site
Source : Self Capture Image
Figure 15 : Guildline
Early Straits Shophouses were the stage of development of more colonial influences.
The buildings reflect influences from European architecture, the adornment being first introduced by the British. By European architecture is meant, “An eclectic mixture of styles from many different periods - a mixture of Dutch, pattern-book Regency, Baroque, and Venetian arcades.”5.[i]
Source: Internet Diagram
Among the popular elements were ‘Dutch gables, Venetian arches, Ionic columns, segmented arches, balustrades and parapets’.5.[ii] Most Chinese migrated to Peninsular Malaysia in the 1800s after the Dutch colonisation, from 1641 to 1786. Although there is a similarity between the shop houses and Dutch house type in the Hague and Amsterdam, perhaps, it was the British who introduced the Dutch architectural elements and style to the Chinese.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ [i]Kohl, D. G., (1980), Chinese Architecture in the Straits Settlements and Western Malaya: Temples, Kongsis and Houses, London: Heinemann Educational Books (Asia) Ltd., p.180. [ii] Emrick, M., (1976, April-June), ‘Vanishing Kuala Lumpur: The Shop House’, Majalah Arkitek, Kuala Lumpur: Persatuan Akitek Malaysia, p.32
Row Ridge with a variety of Chinese gables end
Terra cotta U/V - shaped roof tiles
Plaster arches and central keystones
Plaster arches and central keystones Full-length louvred windows (Ventilations)
Chinese air vents Carved timber ventilated door
Carved timber ventilated window with iron bars
Geometric pattern cememnt floor tiles
Granite edge block & step Image 15 : Penang Shophouses
Source : Self Generated Image
Building Charateristic
The main characteristics of Ipoh’s shophouses are its multi-functionality of spaces. Floors downstairs are usually running business or the living area while upstairs would mostly be the private area. The shophouses in Ipoh Old Town are considered low rise buildings with 2 to 3 storeys high and are arranged in a terraced manner. Another element to be taken consideration of is its decorative façade with ornamentations influenced from Chinese, Malay and European traditions that are painted in white but due to the inconsistency of maintenance the paint on the wall was already faded and there are also crack marks and moss found on wall. From opposite the streets, the roof can be seen as clay tiles. There is also an external footway located infront of the shophouse of the ground floor covered by the first floor of the buildings. An internal courtyards are also used to cool the temperature within the building located behind of the building.
Image 16 : Proposed Site Shophouses
Source : Self Generated Image
Next, building materials such as timber, clay, and stone are used to construct this historical building. Roof beams, floor beams and supporting beams are exposed and mostly made of timber, including the staircase. Lastly, many timber features can be found within the space of the buildings such as timber louvered shutters & air ventilations, timber windows and doors with frame and also timber partitions in the hall and rooms.
Multi-functional - Downstairs shop and upstairs house Low rise - 2-3 storey Terraced buildings Decorative façade - Façade colour (off-white, ochre, baby blue) - Façade ornamentation (influences from Chinese, Malay and European traditions) Roofs (clay tiles) External five footway Internal courtyards Internal timber structure - Roof beams - Floor beams - Supporting beams - Timber stairs
Image 17 : Five Foot Way
Source : Self Generated Image
Building Materials - Clay, timber lime and stone Timber features - Timber louvered shutters & air ventilation - Timber windors - Timber doors - Timber patitions in hall and rooms
Image 18 : Ground Floor Ceiling
Image 20 : Staircase
Image 19 : Beam Structure
Source : Self Generated Image
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Image 21 : Old Windows
Source : Self Generated Image
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Shop allocation
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Beiong a corner shoplot also possess these advantages:
GROUND FLOOR PLAN SCALE 1:100
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Easier acess More breathing room More outdoor elbow room Greater visibility Closer to street and sidewalk
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Figure 16 : Building Structure
Source : Self Generated Image
Chapter 4 Design Intention . Spatial Programme . Programming
Design Intention
“You get educated by traveling.” Solange Knowles The building project is about interaction with old heritage building. Throughout the old mobility which is the bicycle transportation culture to promote visitors to ride bicycle tour around the Ipoh Old Town . This could provide the most efficient way for users and tourist to understand and further enhance their experience while travelling in Ipoh Old Town. Meanwhile, it also contributes to building the relationship between Ipoh and the visitors. Therefore, There is a hoatel which is provided for the visitor while they are looking a place for stay.
Figure 17 : Programme Idea
Source : Self Generated Image
Image 22 : Proposed Site Facade Design
Activities
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Spatial Programme
Figure 16: Spatial Progtamme
Source : Self Generated Image
What?
Bike Hub Idea
All the Bike hub are designed with similar layout installed with basic faclities. The bike which is rented from the Bikeway will get a Bike-Pass. The Bike-Pass is benefited to free parking at any provided bike hub but based on the trail selected by the individual. Every trail will have its own unique Bike-Pass. If the user decided to ride on their own bicycle and not by rent, they are also able to enjoy the bike hub services provided with a charge of RM 1 per hour. Maximun RM 15 per day. Meanwhile, every bike trail will have their own design stampbook according to the trail provided. Users are required to follow the bike trail and there will be a special atttraction stamp on every heritage attraction, and users are able to stamp their passbook. Once all the stamps are collected, they are applicable to obtain a free gift or souvenir.
Figure 16: StampBook: Collect the stamp at the heritage attraction. Source : Self Generated Image
Who?
P roposed project is a recreational and educational hub suitable for any visitors. Children younger than 9 years old is not advisable cycling by them ownself.
How does it benefit us?
It’s convenient It’s easy and saves cost Health benefits Increase Public Transport use Promotes tourism - Tour and cycle around - Increased commercial patronage. Cycling helps to cut cost on petrol.
Current road infrastructure is at its capacity limit.
Penangnites now prefer healthier lifestyles.
Why?
Living costs are increasing. (GST!!!)
Bike Share system allow different destination and arrical point to collect and return your bike.
Air pollution and congestion are in creasing.
How does it work? Package 1 (Bike) Age:
All Visitors (except child aged 8 and below)
Register online and go to the ticket selling machine
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Rate:
RM 20 per trail inclusive Free Bike hub parking (Bike-Pass). 2
Pick your package and fill in the details
Rewards:
Trail Map, Bikeway StampBook, Sourvenir.
Extra:
GPS and locker rental. Shower provided. 3
Opening hours:
Collect the Bike maps and Stampbook and grab your bike
8am - 8pm
Term & Conditions:
Bike-Pass lost (RM50) GPS lost (RM 200) Bike must be returned at 8pm. Late return charge: RM10 per hours. Bike damage: Based on the damaged repair fee.
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Enjoy the ride!
Return and get the souvenir
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Enjoy Main Hub Facilities
How does it work? Package 2 (Bike + Hostel ) Age:
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18 years old and above.
Room rate:
Twin Room (Single bed) Double Room (Queen bed) Quater Room (2 Queen bed) Family Room (2 Queen bed with toilet) 6 in 6 Bed Female Dormitory (Single bed) 6 in 6 Bed Mix Dormitory (Single bed) * Free bike rental for the residents.
Early booking online, go to the reception and get the room
RM 150 RM 200 RM 400 RM 450 RM 90 RM 75
Rewards
Trail Map, Bikeway StampBook, Sourvenir.
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Pick your package and fill in the details
Collect the Bike maps and Stampbook and grab your bike
Extra:
GPS and locker rental. Opening Hours : 8am-8pm
Term & Conditions:
- Check-in after 2pm, check-out before 12 noon. - All rates quoted are nett and inclusive of 6% GST. - Rates are per night stay. - Bike-Pass lost (RM50) - GPS lost (RM 200) - Room Key lost (RM50) - No meals included. - No pets allowed. - Visitors are not allowed in the rooms. - Lights/aircon to be switched off before leaving the room. - Smoking is prohibited inside the room (only allowed outside). - For viewing purposes, please make prior appointment Mon-Thu / 12noon-2pm. - No party function is allowed.
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Enjoy Main Hub Facilities
Return and get the souvenir
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Rest
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) What is the earliest check-in time? Check-in time is 2pm. Can I leave my luggage in the house after I check out? Yes, you can leave your luggage with our caretaker after you check out, until the end of the day. Is there a curfew? No, there is no curfew. Please contact us if your check in time is later than after 10pm.
Facailities
Can I recce the room / house before booking? Yes, please make appointment for the recce.
Communal Space Bedroom (single-sized abd queen-sized beds) Mosquito nets Air-condition Dining area and kitchen Fridge, oven and hot drinking water WIFI, boks and magazines 24-hour housekeeping service
What kitchen utensils does the kitchen have? The kitchen is equipped with cookware for cooking instant noodles and making packet coffee only. Can we have BBQ? Sorry, BBQ not allowed. Can we check in to the chalet after midnight? Check in time is only until 10pm. Please indicate in your reservation form your arrival time. Is this place wheelchair friendly? Do you provide baby cot? We do not have wheelchair facilities. No, we do not provide baby cot. Any special discount for government servants? No. What are the facilities available in the rooms? The complete description of the guest house and its room facilities is available at our website.
Image 23 : Family Room Source : Self Generated Image
Can we have more than the limit number of people staying in the respective rooms? Sorry, we are unable to allow that. Can we change or cancel the booking after confirmation? Yes, policies as per below: Cancellation policy: Booking cancellation request/notification via email MUST be made at least fourteen (14) full days before the scheduled check-in date, with 20% of the total rate of your booking as cancellation fees applied (+6% for payment via paypal/credit card. Transfer charges applied for international transfer). No refund will be made for Booking cancellation request/notification less than fourteen (14) full days before the scheduled check-in date. Change of date policy: Change of date request/notification via email made at least fourteen (14) full days before the scheduled check-in date: 20% of the total rate of your booking as administrative fees applied Change of date request/notification via email made less than fourteen (14) full days before the scheduled check-in date: 50% of the total rate of your booking as administrative fees applied. Change of date is subjected to availability.
Image 24 : Family Room Source : Self Generated Image
Where?
Getting There Walking From Ipoh KTM, walk toward bikeway directions, head east toward Jalan Panglima Bukit Gantang Wahab, across Jalan Panglima Bukit Gantang Wahab onto Jalan Dato sagor, continue across onto 33 Jalan Pasar. By Car From Kuala Lumpur, take the North-South Highway (NKVE) and exit Plaza Toll Simpang Pulai. Turn right onto Route 1, slightright onto Jalan Raja Dr. Narzin Shah, Continue onto Kalan Sultan Iskandar, turn right on to Jalan Bijeh Timah, turn left onto 33 Jalan Pasar. GPS coordinates 4.595959,101.077981
Nearby Places Within Walking Distance Ipoh KTM Station, coffee shop and cafes, medical clinic, wet market, night market, banks, money changer, post office, police office. Pasar Malam (Night Markets) 6-10pm Monday: Taman Menglembu, Taman Ipoh Jaya (near Gunung Rapat) Tuesday: Ipoh Garden East Wednesday: Ipoh Garden (near Perak Stadium) Thursday: Taman SPPK Friday: Taman Pertaman; Pekan Pazaki(near Taman Ipoh Jaya) Saturday: (Taman Rasi) Sunday: Taman Cempaka Other activites and places: Hill Climbing: Menglembu Hill provies awe-inspiring views of the limestone outcros and caves that surruond Ipoh White-water rafting and caving: River Kampar offers great excitement with its relatively safe rapids. Figure 18 : Ipoh Old Town Map
Source : Self Generated Image
Ipoh Heritage Trail
Based on my own exprinced, I came out and rearranged the attraction which is arccoding from the area and four different type of culture. there are four different bike trail. - Green : British Colonial Trail - Blue : Old Retail Trail - Yellow: Indian Exotic Trail - Pink: Adventure Haunter Trail
Figure 19 : Ipoh Old Town Map
Source : Self Generated Image
Ipoh Street Art
Trail 1 OLDTOWN White Coffee has teamed up with
Ernest Zacharevic, a renowned Lithuanian artist to create the ‘Art of OLDTOWN’ as a celebration of the heritage and history shared between Ipoh, Old Town and OLDTOWN White Coffee. OLDTOWN is the leading white coffee manufacturer in Malaysia and in conjunction with this collaboration, Zacharevic will use his unique artistic creativity to paint 8 murals to celebrate Ipoh, Old Town, the birthplace of white coffee. Ernest Zacharevic, the Lithuanian artist in Penang who has made quite a name for himself from his interesting wall murals in Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and even Singapore, has done it again. This time, he has left his mark in Ipoh.
Figure 20 : Ipoh Old Town Map
Source : Self Generated Image
1. OLD UNCLE WITH COFFEE CUP
5. HUMMINGBIRD
2. PAPER PLANE
6. EVOLUTION
3. KOPI “O”
7.TRISHAW
Jalan Panglima 4.596704, 101.07843
Jalan Dato Maharajalela 4.59787,101.076169
Jalan Sheikh Adam 4.597715,101.076882
Jalan Bijeh Timah 4.596343, 101.079138
Jalan Tun Sambathan 4.597151,101.078703
Narrow Road off Jalan Bijeh Timah 4.59525, 101.078556
4. GIRL
Jalan Bandar Timah 4.597004, 101.078213
Image 25 : Mural
Source : Self Generated Image
Ipoh Street Art Trail 2 The paintings were painted on old, heritage buildings, an effort i find commendable in preserving these rare gems. The paintings, dated this year, highlight the many cultures of Malaysia: lion dance, kuda kepang dance, Indian dance, a Kadazan; with a pinch of cheekiness with popular childhood games like hide-andseek and mother hen, and a beautiful waterfall scenery, amongst others. The wonderful wall art that started in Penang has come to Ipoh. Initiated by art teacher, Eric Lai, who runs an art school Artgene Studio in Bercham, he had just completed his seventh and last mural at the lane in between Jalan Masjid and Jalan Sultan Iskandar (Hugh Low Street). Figure 21 : Ipoh Old Town Map
Source : Self Generated Image
Image 26 : Back Alley Mural
Source : Self Generated Image
Ipoh Food List Ipoh is a food heaven, there is a lot of famous food in old town area. Based on my own experienced, I arranged it arccodingly by the street. - Jalan Tun Sambanthan - Jalan Dato Maharaja Lela - Jalan Panglima - Jalan Dato Sagor - Jalan Market (Jalan Pasar) - Jalan Sultan Iskandar Shah
Figure 22 : Ipoh Old Town Map
Source : Self Generated Image
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Jalan Sultan Yussof Jalan Bandar Timah JalanBijeh Timah Jalan Lahat
Jalan Tun Sambanthan
Yoyo Tokyo Sushi
Image 27 : Yoyo Tokyo Sushi Source : Self Generated Image
Japanese / Restaurant / Non-Halal 11.30am-22.30pm 9, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, 30000 Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.598024, 101.076457 05-241 4213 Beef Tataki / Chicken Teriyaki / Salmon Kabuto / Tenderloin Steak RM11 - RM20
Jalan Panglima
Image 30 : Restaurant 26 Two Six Source : Self Generated Image
Cendol Padang Ipoh
Image 28 : Cendol Padang Ipoh Source : Self Generated Image
Malay / Halal 9am-9pm No. 17, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.597938, 101.076748 010-393 3364 Cendol / Rojak RM10 and below
Image 31 : Restaurant Sin Lean Lee Source : Self Generated Image
Jalan Dato Maharaja Lela
Balsamic Bistro.Restaurant Western variety / Bar & Pub / Non-Halal No 8-10, Jalan Dato Maharaja Lela, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.596973, 101.07711 05-2411584 RM11 - RM20
Image 32 : Restaurant Li Heng Fatt Source : Self Generated Image
Restaurant 26 Two Six
Chinese / Kopitiam / Non-Halal 6+am - 1+pm Jalan Panglima, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.596475, 101.078826 Pork mee RM10 and below
Restaurant Sin Lean Lee (新联利茶室)
Chinese / Kopitiam / Non-Halal 7.30am – 2.30pm 21, Jalan Panglima, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.596668, 101.078108 Fried Kuey Tiaw (金炒粉), Beef noodle RM10 and below
Restaurant Li Heng Fatt (利兴发河嘻)
Chinese / Noodles / Restaurant / Non-Halal 11am – 10pm 14, Jalan Panglima, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.596593, 101.078405 019-728 0833 Fish Ball Hor Hee / Taufu Chili Hor Hee RM10 and below
Plan b
Image 29 : Balsamic Bistro.Restaurant Source : Self Generated Image
Image 33 : Plan B Source : Self Generated Image
Western variety / Pasta / Confectionery / Café No. 75, Jalan Panglima, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.596507, 101.078014 05-249 8286 Sun.-Thu. 9am - 10pm, Fri.-Sat. 9am - 12pm Moroccan Lamb Meatballs Pasta / Plan B Breakfast Platter RM21 - RM40
Wong Koh Kee Restaurant (新高记饭店) Image 34 : Wong Koh Kee Restaurant Source : Self Generated Image
Chinese / Restaurant / Non-Halal 11am - 3pm No3, Panglima Lane, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.596291, 101.077952 05-241947411am - 3pm RM15 and below per person
Jalan Dato Sagor
Image 35 : Gerai Makanan Dan Minuman Rahamath Source : Self Generated Image
Gerai Makanan Dan Minuman Rahamath Indian / Nasi Kandar / Halal Opens for lunch only (go before 12pm to avoid the crowd) (Closed on Sundays, first Saturday of the month, and public holidays.) Jalan Dato Sagor, 31650 Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.59622, 101.07672 Fried chicken RM10 and below
Jalan Pasar (Jalan Market)
Sun Seng Fatt Restaurant
Image 36 : Sun Seng Fatt Restaurant Source : Self Generated Image
Chinese / Kopitiam / Non-Halal Opens for breakfast until lunch only. (Closed on Fridays) 32, Jalan Pasar, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.595935, 101.077719 016-561 5176 Dry Curry Mee RM10 and below
Image 40 : Lim Ko Pi Source : Self Generated Image
Jalan Sultan Yussof
Chinese / Restaurant / Non-Halal 8am - 3pm (Closed on Mondays.) Jalan Sultan Iskandar Shah, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.595211, 101.077202 05-253 2898 Cheese Tart, Curry Noodles, Nasi Lemak RM10 and below
Hong Hin Restauarnt (同兴料粉)
Chinese / Kopitiam / Non-Halal 1, Jalan Sultan Yusuff, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.593821, 101.076512 6:30am - 11:00am Dry noodle, fish cake RM10 and below
Image 41 : Hong Hin Restauarnt Source : Self Generated Image
BURPS & GIGGLES
8:00am - 2:30pm, 6:00pm - 9:00pm (Closed on Monday) 26, Jalan Pasar, 30000 Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.595985, 101.077536 1-700-81-7773 RM11 - RM20
Image 42 : BURPS & GIGGLES Source : Self Generated Image
Western variety / Burgers / Sandwiches / Café / Non-Halal 8am – 8pm (Closed on Tuesdays.) 93 & 95, Jalan Sultan Yussuf, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.5966, 101.0773 05-242 6188 Bam Bam Wagyu Beef Burger / Dark Churros RM11 - RM20
The Happy 8 Cafe
Patisserie Boutique Café
Café / Malaysian variety / Western variety / Confectionery / Halal 9am - 9pm 46, Jalan Pasar, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.595696, 101.078555 05-242 3188 Japanese Curry Chicken Rice / Moist Chocolate Cake / Tiramisu RM21 - RM40
Pronto Daily Café
Image 39 : Pronto Daily Café Source : Self Generated Image
Lim Ko Pi
Wheel Noodle (噹噹粉)
Image 37 : Wheel Noodle Source : Self Generated Image
Image 38 : The Happy 8 Cafe Source : Self Generated Image
Jalan Sultan Iskandar Shah
Western variety / Restaurant / Non-Halal 55-57, Jalan Pasar, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.595696, 101.078555 05-2413648 11am - 4pm (Lunch), 6pm – 10.30pm (Dinner) Beef Bacon Carbonara / Chocolate Indulgence Cake / Fish & Chips RM11 - RM20
Image 43 : Patisserie Boutique Café Source : Self Generated Image
Western variety / Confectionery / Restaurant / Non-Halal 103 Jalan Sultan Yusof, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.596838, 101.07739 11am - 6pm (Closed on Wednesdays) 05 - 241 1385 Caramel Espresso Trifles / Granny’s Chicken Lasagne RM11 - RM20
Jalan Bandar Timah
Image 44 : Kedai Kopi Nam Chau Source : Self Generated Image
Kedai Kopi Nam Chau (南洲白咖啡)
Sun Seng Fatt Kopitiam (新成发茶餐室)
Chinese / Kopitiam / Non-Halal 7.30am - 3.30pm (Closed on Wednesdays-) 54, Jalan Bandar Timah, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.595534, 101.077733 012-517 9998 Dry Curry Mee, White coffee, 鸡丝河粉 (Kai See Hor Fun) RM10 and below
Image 49 : Sun Seng Fatt Kopitiam Source : Self Generated Image
Tong Ki Restaurant (东记小食茶室)
Kedai Kopi Sin Yoon Loong (新源隆茶餐室)
Image 45 : Kedai Kopi Sin Yoon Loong Source : Self Generated Image
Image 46 : Kedai Kopi Sun Yuan Foong Source : Self Generated Image
Chinese / Kopitiam / Non-Halal 6am - 6pm 15A, Jalan Bandar Timah, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.593271, 101.077076 05-241 4601 Custard egg, toast bread, White coffee, Crispy Roast Pork Belly RM10 and below
Image 50 : Tong Ki Restaurant Source : Self Generated Image
Chinese / Kopitiam / Non-Halal 7.30am - 11.00am 17, Jalan Bandar Timah, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.593184, 101.077048 Image 43 : Back Alley Mural Source : Self Generated Image Chee cheong fun, Lamb bread RM10 and below
Image 51 : Restoran Hoong Tho Source : Self Generated Image
Image 47 : Nam Heong Restaurant Source : Self Generated Image
Chinese / Kopitiam / Non-Halal 7.30am - 4.00pm No.2, Jalan Bandar Timah, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.593186, 101.077049 012-588 8766 Egg tart, White coffee RM10 and below
Image 52 : Thean Chun Restaurant Source : Self Generated Image
Jalan Bandar Timah
Restaurant Ipoh Kong Heng (光兴茶室)
Chinese / Kopitiam / Non-Halal 8.00am - 3.00pm Jalan Bandar Timah, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS : 4.596291, 101.077952 05-255 3076 Custard egg, Popiah, pork satay, 鸡丝河粉(Kai See Hor Fun) RM10 and below
Chinese / Kopitiam / Non-Halal 7.00am - 11.00am 35, Jalan Bandar Timah, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.593201, 101.077034 RM10 and below
Chinese / Noodles / Restaurant / Non-Halal 20, Jalan Bandar Timah, 30000, Old Town, Perak. 05-254 9673 Braised Flat Rice Noodle / Fried Egg Noodles with Freshwater Prawns RM11 - RM20
Thean Chun Restaurant (天津茶室)
Nam Heong Restaurant (南香茶餐室)
Restoran Hoong Tho (鸿图酒楼)
Kedai Kopi Sun Yuan Foong (新源丰茶餐室)
Chinese / Kopitiam / Non-Halal 8am – 6pm (Closed on Thursday) 70, Jalan Bandar Timah, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.596205, 101.077927 Curry Puff，蛋挞，上海烧包，冇骨鸡翼 RM10 and below
Image 53 : Sun Yoon Wah Restaurant Source : Self Generated Image
Chinese / Kopitiam / Non-Halal 8.30am - 3.30pm 73, Jalan Bandar Timah, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.596205, 101.077927 Custard egg, Pork Satay RM11 - RM20
Sun Yoon Wah Restaurant (元华食阁雪花啤酒)
Chinese / Restaurant / Non-Halal 3.30pm - 3.00am 7, Jalan Bijih Timah, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.596276, 101.078965 05-253 9980 Snow beer / Frog steam chicken essence RM20 and below per person
Nasi Kandar Pekan Lama
Image 48 : Restaurant Ipoh Kong Heng Source : Self Generated Image
Image 54 : Nasi Kandar Pekan Lama Source : Self Generated Image
Indian / Nasi Kandar / Halal 10:00am - 4:00pm 125, Jalan Bijeh Timah, 30000, Ipoh, Perak. GPS: 4.592699, 101.077955 05-242 1644 Curry Fish Head / Curry Prawn / Fried Chicken RM10 and below
Chapter 5 Human Behavior . Analysis . Study Models
Type of bicycle
City Bicycle
Kids Bicycle
Tandem Bicycle
Above 12 years old
9-12 years old
Above 12 years old
A popular bike used in bicycle sharing systems around the world, it is designed for frequent, short, moderately paced rides through relatively flat urban areas. A city bike might also have an internallygeared rear hub for ease of use and maintenance, and a built-in generator and lights for safety when riding after dark.
Kids bikes are designed to take account of children’s smaller physical dimensions and most bikes of each wheel size are adjusted by raising the saddle and handlebars as the child grows.
Tandem bikes feature an extra seat and a second set of pedals, allowing two people to ride together. These bikes offer a fun way for families and couples to get around—especially when one rider is weaker than the other. The term “tandem” refers to the seating arrangement (front to back, not side by side), not the number of riders. There are even tandem bikes for 10 riders.
EASE OF USE SPEED EFFICIENCY AGE
Size of bicycle
Figure 23 : Bike Measurement Diagram
Source : Self Generated Image
Figure 24 : Bike Measurement Diagram
Source : Self Generated Image
Sizing is really important when it comes to making sure you are comfortable on your bicycle. These are the chart to show the standard bicycle size. The selection bicycle size is based on the age and majority height of kids and adults. Red color is selected size of bicycle.
City Bicycle A: 550mm B: 1750mm C: 1100mm
Kids Bicycle A: 50mm B: 1550mm C: 900mm
Tandem Bicycle A: 550mm B: 2430mm C: 1200mm
Type of bicycle parking Ease of use: Hi-density parking > Semi Vertcal rack packing > Racks on wall mount parking Space saving: Racks are wall mount parking > Semi Vertcal rack parking > Hi-density parking
Figure 25 : Racks on wall mount parking Source : Internet Image
Figure 28 : Side Elevation Source : Self Generated Image
Figure 29 : Front Elevation Source : Self Generated Image
Figure 30 : Top View Source : Self Generated Image Figure 26 : Hi - density parking Source : Internet Image
Figure 31 : Semi Vertical Rack Parking Source : Self Generated Image
Figure 27 : Semi Vertical Rack Parking Source : Internet Image
Idea of bicycle parking There are also various multiple methods to park a biycle. The most common parking method would be the bicycles are alligned togehter facing part of the wall. By shifting bycicles inwards and outwards, more space could be saved enough for another bicycle to slot in between on the opposite direction. Parking bicycles in an opposite manner could definitly saves more space compared to the ones facing only 1 direction. Figure 32 : Bicycle Idea Diagram Source : Self Generated Diagram
With the experiment tested, bicycles are arranged in a circular manner for more potentnial users to park in it. Pathways are then formed by subtracting the bicycles away from the pathway of the circular arrangement with the centre point as the cross pathways to other walkway. The centre point could also work as a meeting point where users are able to meet and share their experience during their entire journey.
Figure 33 : Bicycle Idea Diagram Source : Self Generated Diagram
Another experimentation conducted was to repeat the process continously to create as many unit as possible based on the size of the site. In other words, it consist of a universal design that could be added in when not enough in the future usage.
Figure 34 : Bicycle Idea Diagram Source : Self Generated Diagram
Study Models
Image 55 : Study Model Source : Self Generated Image
Image 56 : Study Model Source : Self Generated Image
Study Models 1 The flat terrain upwards is the ram for biycles to move between levels while the horizontal bars works as vertical parking in the space. These models have the same characteristics but with different forms to combine with the interior space. Pros Available to moves bicycles freely within the space and even more parking units available. Cons Due to limited space, ram design takes away majority of the space required and might not be enough to proceed with such a design. There are also alot of space wastage within an area.
Image 58 : Study Model Source : Self Generated Image
Image 57 : Study Model Source : Self Generated Image
Study Models 2 Based on the first experimentation, ramp has been confirmed to take too much space away from the interior with major space wastage. Therefore, rams are replaced with long sitting bench for cyclist to park and have a rest at seatings provided and socialise among each other. Two forms has been experimented and tested with to fit in to the interior space. Pros Saves space and has a multi functional purpose that it could be a independent space itself without the needs of other tools or objects. Cons Too many of these structures will cause the space to be very packed and complicated. With the right control, this design solution might be able the answers for the proposed space.
Image 59 : Study Model Source : Self Generated Image
Study Model 3 The triangular forms are based on the flow of the bicycle. Panels are interlocked with one another continously based on the precedent study. Pros Panels are used to reflect natural lighting into the interior space as interior space hardly has openings. With that, darker areas in the space would require less artificial lighting. Not only panels are able to help reflect the light into the space, it also provides the opportunity for staffs to display information graphics on the panels. In conclusion, these panels have the potential to possess a multipurpose usage compared to the other designs expemrimented.
Image 60 : Study Model Source : Self Generated Image
Final Model The final model is the combination of the previous experimented models based on the pros and cons anlaysed. Toursit are able to have a glance of the graphic information persented on the panels before retrieving their bicycle parked at the vertical parking stands provided.
Hostel’s User Analysis Who are they? There
is an emerging new backpacker market known as the ‘Flashpacker’ that could be described as the affluent backpacker. FLASHPACKER who travels with the intrepid ethos of a backpacker but having added comfort, style and technology whilst still maintaining a sense of exploration and adventure.
Bacis Needs
Flashpacker Most young people
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Chapter 6 Proposition . Realisation
Space Planning - Gound Floor
Figure 35 : Ground Floor Space Planning Source : Self Generated Diagram
Bicycle Rental Area Service and Repair Area WC Reception Cafe and Common Area Kitchen and Dinning Area Storage Back Alley Figure 36 : Ground Floor Space Planning Source : Self Generated Diagram
Space Planning - First Floor
Figure 37 : First Floor & Mezzanine Floor Space Planning Source : Self Generated Diagram
Hostel Common Area WC Pantry and Laundry Area Storage Back Alley
Figure 38 : First Floor & Mezzanine Floor Space Planning Source : Self Generated Diagram
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Figure 39 : Site Building Facade Source : Self Generated Diagram
Image 61 : Wall Mural in Ipoh Source : Self Generated Image
Image 62 : Book Rack Image 63 : Old Folding Metal Door Source : Self Generated Image Source : Internet Image
Image 64 : Wood Blind Source : Self Generated Image
1. Corner shop enjoy great visibility and circulation. 2. Parking space is avaiable. 3. Pedestrian walkway is avaiable 4. Five Foot Way 5. Empty wall on side is utilised for big signage and interactive mural which is an art trend in Malaysia.
Reception & Waiting Area
The reception area is to located right after the entrance into the space. Its main focus is to organize the hostel and also provide information regarding the programme provided. A waiting area is located nearby the reception for users to interact and share their experience while the receptionist is working on their bookings or when users are require d to wait during peak hours. Local and reclaimed materials are used to further enhance the experience of vernacular design into the space of Ipoh.
Figure 40 : Reception & Waiting Area Source : Self Generated Diagram
Image 65 : Capsule Hostel’s social area Source : Internet Image
Image 66 : Happy 8 Cafe’s Reception Source : Internet Image
Image 67 : Reception Counter Source : Internet Image
Image 68 : Counter Source : Internet Image
Image 69 : Cafe Counter Source : Internet Image
Figure 41 : Bicycle Rental Source : Self Generated Diagram
Bicycle Rental & Service Area
Travellers and tourist are provided the programme with various packages available to enjoy and travel around Ipoh by bicycle. With any purchased packages, users are able to rent the bicycles located in the bicycle rented area. It is also equipped with a bicycle service to maintain or repair the bicycles during operation hours. And for users that are bicycle enthusiast, they can also work hands on with the bicycle.
Figure 42 : Bicycle Service Source : Self Generated Diagram
Image 70 : Bicycle Retail Source : Internet Image
Image 71 : Bicycle Service Source : Internet Image
Image 72 : Bicycle Parking Source : Internet Image
Common Area & Social Area
Services as a social area for backpackers to interact, communicate, and conduct their own activities. Figure 43 : Common Area & Social Area Source : Self Generated Diagram
Image 73 : Air-Well Source : Internet Image
Image 74 : Sitting Area Source : Internet Image
Image 75 : Small Cinema Source : Internet Image
Image 76: Cafe Source : Internet Image
Image 77: Social Area (Melaka) Source : Internet Image
Image 78: Social Area Source : Internet Image
Kitchen, Dining & Laundry
As this hostel, users are able to make their meals, and dine in the space together with other users although they might came from different living background and lifestyle. Laundry area is also provided for backpackers to do their laundry if needed.
Figure 44 : Kitchen, Dining & Laundry Area Source : Self Generated Diagram
Image 79: Laundry Source : Internet Image
Image 80: Preperation Kitchen Source : Internet Image
Image 81: Dining Area Source : Internet Image
Back Alley and Back Corridor
The back alley has been transoformed into a social area similar to the common area but located outdoor. With this, users are given the opportunity to further enhance their experience with the environment. Figure 45 : Back Alley & Back Corridor Source : Self Generated Diagram
Image 82: Back Corridor Source : Internet Image
Image 83: Back Corridor Source : Internet Image
Image 84: Outdoor Dining Area Source : Internet Image
Image 85: Outdoor Dining Area Source : Internet Image
Image 86: Childhood Game Source : Internet Image
Image 87: Back Alley decorated by colourful umbrella Source : Internet Image
Hostel
After a long day travelling and touring in Ipoh Old Town, travellers and visitors are able to end their day with a stay in the provided hostel. Hostels are designed based on the space interaction between users and users or users and space with the aid of leveling and combined areas.
Figure 46 : Hostel Source : Self Generated Diagram
Image 88: Room Source : Internet Image
Image 89: Room Source : Internet Image
Image 90: Room Source : Internet Image
Image 91: Room Source : Internet Image
Image 92: Room Source : Internet Image
Washroom
Showers are incorporated with the washroom downstairs for backpackers to take a bath after cycling around Ipoh. Figure 47 : Washroom Source : Self Generated Diagram
Image 93: Toilet Source : Internet Image
Image 94: Toilet Source : Internet Image
Image 95: Toilet Source : Internet Image
Image 96: Toilet Source : Internet Image
Image 97: Toilet Source : Internet Image
Image 98: Toilet Source : Internet Image
Storage
Cafe and hostel requires a sufficient and organized storage area to keep equipments. Local and reclaimed materials are used to further enhance the experience of vernacular design into the space of Ipoh.
Figure 48 : Storage Source : Self Generated Diagram
Image 99: Storage Source : Internet Image
Image 100: Storage Source : Internet Image
Image 101: Storage Source : Internet Image
Image 102: Storage Source : Internet Image
Image 103: Storage Source : Internet Image
Furniture Layout Plan
Ground Floor Furniture Layout Plan Scale: NTS
First Floor Furniture Layout Plan Scale: NTS
Mezzanine Floor Furniture Layout Plan Scale: NTS
Sections
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Ipoh . Bike . Cafe . Hostel The key element of saving the beauty of a heritage building is by keeping it’s facade as it is as a memory of the old heritage structures. The interior was also maintained 95% but giving a new life to its interior by playing with design elements.
Grab your bike, Enjoy your ride! Bicycle Rental Area
Fill up the registry at the ticket counter machine and provide payment. Obtain the Passbook and map from the counter and select your bike. Toursits and backpackers have over 60 bicycles to choose from. The bicycle parking provided are semi-vertical which is a very space saving design. Furthermore, it is easier for staff to undergo inspection of the bicycles. If there is any problem, bicycles will be sent to the service area located at the back of the building for repair and maintanence. On the other hand, there is a reception counter for GPS and locker rental and inquiry. If further inquiry is needed, users are able to ask for assitance at the reception counter.
Bicycle Rental Area
Reception & Waiting Area
Local People Food and Memories
Specially design for the Tourist and local people, a place for them to take a short break and enjoy regardless of friends or strangers. Offer the tourist a glimpse of the past communication culture along with the preferences and fondness of the older generation or local. It can increase the relationship between tourist and local.
Cafe
Cafe design can be inspired by any form and the past is the basic tenant for the design. However, history is important, but history can incorporate with new experience. Using reclaimed timber to separate the space and without creating the wall. The old history and material are able to combine with new design methods and solutions to create a new characteristic and experience for the user.
Back Alley
The back alley which is commonly known as the airwell of the building has been designed into an outdoor social area whereby users are able to dine, socialise, surf the net, play games and more. Reclaimed wood panels are also installed as tables. Malysian mural, and suspended light raw light bulb lighting decoration to create a warm, welcoming and comfortable ambience during the night time.
Common Area
Book Exchange, Cinema, and internet surfing is provided. Tourist or Flashpacker will be always be entertained when staying in the hostel. There is some Malaysian games are provided as well and allows tourist to experienced our childhood memories. Futhermore, there is few viewing deck on the first floor, Tourist and flashpacker can enjoy the nice ipoh old town view at anytime.
Cafe
Back Alley
Common Area
Feel at home, Far from home! Common Area
Space for users to socialise among each other which works as a living room for the building. Mild activities can be conducted in the space as well such as reading, discussion, surfing the net and more. Most importantly is to allow social interaction within a space.
Hostel Family Room
Accommodation is also provided for users to experience staying a day in Ipoh. With the usage of old reclaimed timber and brick wall, it enhances the vernacular design of Ipoh to create a better understanding for users about Ipoh Old Town. Although the toursist and backpackers are far away from home, it is most definitly to help provide them with the feeling of being home.
Back Corridor
Besides that, users are also able to access the upper floor from the back alley. The back corridor is supported mainly by I-beam which works as an emergency fire escape. It also allows easier access for guest to enter the 1st level instead of going through the front.
Mixed Domitory Hostel
Chapter 7 Conclusion
Conclusion There are many reasons to travel to Ipoh, from the food to the culture and also heritage sites. Every individuals have their own desire towards certain subject found within Ipoh. As for me, Ipoh has been a place of memory with my beloved babysitter. As Ipoh is less popular in Malaysia based on the research and questionnaire survey handed out, the revival of cultural heritage in Ipoh is even more crucial by giving a new life to those abandoned buildings. Without the revival of these buildings, Ipoh’s heritgae will drift away together with time. In order to increase the branding of Ipoh, a new form of travelling experience have to be proposed and design, which is to travel within Ipoh by cycling. Not only users are able to mesmorise the beauty of the heritage buildings but they are also able to experience travelling in Ipoh as if they were placed in the era when cars were not invented yet. Toursits are able to absorb fully the feeling of excitement and accomplishment after completing the proposed routes. With these proposed programme and spaces, hopefully Ipoh will be well known again on the map not only locally but internationally as well. And to look at a bigger picture, it is best if Ipoh Old Town could be car-free and travelling with bicycle will be a norm within Ipoh Town.
May your journey be peaceful, happy and free. There’s a heaven and there’s a star for you. 知道你永遠在這裡 陪伴著不曾離去 跟著我們一直往前走下去 你知道我很愛你 永遠在我的心底 讓所有悲傷化作成最美麗的旋律 一字一句唱出 我真的想你(我想你) ------- A-lin
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