The benefits of traditional malay architecture in the traditional settlement

Nur Nazatul Huda Ruhizar, Nor Zalina Harun, Siti Marziah Zakaria

Abstract


Traditional Malay Architecture is built based on different architectural typologies and the advantages that will be acquired by residents that have preserved the bulk of their architecture. A traditional village known as Kampung Pulau Sekati (KPS) in Kuala Terengganu has been chosen as a research area due to its age and physical characteristics, which have been conserved despite the threat of urbanisation in this study. However, the benefits of traditional architecture conservation on the local community are less discussed due to a lack of understanding about protecting the importance of a traditional settlement. In order to achieve this goal, this study has outlined three main objectives that aim to identify the category of architectural uniqueness in Kampung Pulau Sekati (KPS) and analyze the architectural uniqueness and the benefits produced to the residents of Kampung Pulau Sekati. This qualitative study employs observation and interviews with 24 people of Kampung Pulau Sekati who have lived there for at least 30 years. Observation, meantime, is conducted using a structured survey based on a checklist separated into building type, building environment, demarcation, accessibility, natural components, and social and cultural area. Seven architectural typologies have been recognised in Kampung Pulau Sekati, including residential dwellings, mosques, wooden bridges, community halls, jetties, dangau, and retail outlets. In the context of residential houses, this study identifies five categories of uniqueness, namely the use of wood as a building material, the construction of structures by the occupants, the variety of spatial functions, the presence of mature plants, and the ease of access to food and water sources. These findings have implications for architecture in traditional settlements and can establish a distinct identity for the village and a desire to conserve residential architecture for future generations.

 

Keywords: Architecture, benefits, feelings, physical characteristics, traditional settlements, uniqueness


Keywords


Architecture, benefits, feelings, physical characteristics, traditional settlements, uniqueness

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