Royal Museum Architectural Research

1.1 introduction to research
The main focus of this report is to highlight the outcome of Measured
Drawings research on the Royal Museum in Alor Setar, Kedah. In a
group with total of 15 members, we are required to elaborate on the
significance of the Kedah Royal Museum in various aspects such as
architectural, historical and cultural through researches and
documentations. In which, we are featuring the relationship of how
the historical background of Kedah Royal Museum can affect the
inhabitation of the building. The research on the architectural style,
structure, materials, construction details, technology and significant
architectural elements also documented in the report. This report
contains additional supporting information with a set of measured
drawings of the Kedah Royal Museum and some on-site photos.
Built since 282 years ago, Kedah Royal Museum holds much
historical value where it went through the years of war. Even as a
traditional Malay palace, it is influenced by the British style. This
report will unfold the architectural styles, structure, technology and
elements of the building.
introduction
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MEASURED DRAWING 2017 (ARC60305) | KEDAH ROYAL MUSEUM

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aims and objectives of research1.2
The aim of this project is to document the architectural significance
of the Royal Museum in Alor Setar, Kedah in relation to its context.
Students are required to execute fieldwork and hands-on measuring
exercise that will help document the importance of the building. The
main objectives of the project are to produce:-
- a set of measured drawings which are documented through on-site
measurements.
- a report containing significant historical and architectural elements
of the building to compliment the drawings and the construction
techniques used in constructing the building.
The research serves to identify:-
- the essence of the historical and architectural value of the Kedah
Royal Museum.
- the effect of cultural aspects in the elements of the building.

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1.3 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENTS
There are several equipments that we have used to obtain
measurements that are required to produce the detailed
architectural drawings.
1. GLM80 Professional Digital Laser Distance Meter
The digital laser distance meter used during the site measuring
activity was from Bosch, which is capable of measuring distance up
to 80 meters. It was used to measure the distance and heights of
greater magnitude that are more difficult to be obtained efficiently.
2. Standard Measuring Tape
Measuring tape is the basic measuring equipment among others.
The rolled tape was pulled from one end to another end of a building
part to acquire its length based on the markings on the tape. A
standard measuring tape can measure up to 7.5 meters.
3. Rulers
Standard 15cm and 30cm rulers are used to measure small details
and features. Such examples include door frame width, wall panels
width etc. Rulers are used instead of measuring tapes because it is
not feasible to use them when measuring smaller details.
Figure 1.1 Measuring Instruments
(Chin, 2017)

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1.4 limitations
Due to the conversion of Kota Setar Palace into a museum, there
were several parts that could not be measured as there are
additions of built-in display cupboard which disrupts the
measurement of the wall. Some of the openings, whether doors or
windows are also blocked by the immovable display boards.
Restoration works and the initial workmanship also caused further
difficulty in measuring. The initial workmanship on the details such
as doors and windows also differ from one another, thus causing
different measurements for each detail. Manual plastering of wall
details also caused slight differences in the measurements.
Besides, human errors are also found with the measurement by
different subgroups thus causing imprecise measurement. To
decrease zero errors, we have to check our measuring tapes before
using them.
Some parts of the buildings could not be reached using ladders and
aided with laser measuring equipment. Therefore, the ornaments on
higher levels have to be traced from photos taken at eye level. Due
to the difficulty of getting a crane into the site, we had to rely on
information obtained from the previous students’ works from other
universities. Limited drawings from published books also add-on to
the difficulty in determining the roof plan. However, we managed to
gain more information by interviewing the person in-charged about
the building’s history and obtained some students’ works provided
by the person.

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4. Multi-Purpose Ladder
Ladders help to ease measuring works especially when measuring
elevated structures or distances in height. Multi-purpose ladder is
the type of ladder used on site. It is extremely useful, as the name
suggests, it has multiple functions and usage. This makes on site
measuring work easier.
5. A3 Mounting Board
Ablack sheet of mounting board was used as a blocking board while
using a digital laser distance meter. Due to its black surface, the red
point of digital laser distance meter can be seen clearly.
6. Butter Paper and Graph Paper
Measurement readings and rough drafts were drawn and written on
the butter paper/ graph paper first before proceeding to drawing
to-scale drawings by utilizing Autocad.
7. DSLR Camera and Tripod
Using tripod to stabilize the DSLR camera by attaching it on top so
that the photos taken are clear.
8. Safety Helmet and Vest
Worn by the members during the event of measuring the building to
ensure safety and indication of identity to the building owner.
Figure 1.2 Recording tools and safety gears
(Chin, 2017)

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1.5 METHODOLOGY
A series of tasks has been carried out in order to complete this
project. A systematic and conducive plan must be fulfilled by each
member in order to create a productivity workflow. All of these jobs
are distributed equally among the group members.
During the site visit, a series of documentation and measurements
has been carried out. We carried out different technique of
measurements in order to obtain the most accurate dimension and
accuracy for our drawings. Research and interviews were
conducted in order to obtain more information that are required to be
extracted into a report.
1.5.1 Photographyand videography
Photography and video footage was done separately by group
members which have skills in the area of photography and video
editing. It is an important task in order to be used in video-making,
photobook production, report, drawings, individual sketch journal as
well as for further references.
Figure 1.3 Yang Kang working on the video
(Chia, 2017)

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1.5.6 JOB DISTRIBUTION
Interviews and Reports
Brian Koh Jun Yan
Cherilyn Chia Qiao Xin
Chin Shee Wei
Sii Siaw Hua
Measured Drawings
Allen Tan Hoang Yeap
How Seng Guan
Lim Shen
Lim Zanyu
Pe Zhi Yong
Chong Chin Pin
Lim Zia Huei
Rachael Cheong Kah Yen
Teo Vi Vien
Wong Wang Jiuan
Physical Model
Brian Koh Jun Yan
Cherilyn Chia Qiao Xin
Chin Shee Wei
Sii Siaw Hua
Allen Tan Hoang Yeap
How Seng Guan
Lim Shen
Lim Zanyu
Pe Zhi Yong
Chong Chin Pin
Lim Zia Huei
Rachael Cheong Kah Yen
Teo Vi Vien
Wong Wang Jiuan
Video
Lim Yang Kang
Teo Vi Vien

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Figure 4.126 Brick wall exposed on the surface (Chia, 2017)
Figure 4.127 Cement exposed on the surface in interior (Wong, 2017)
Figure 4.128 Marble staircase at the museum main entrance (Sii, 2017)
Figure 4.129 Clay roof tiles (Chin, 2017)
Figure 4.130 A part of a roof beam was dislocated in the interior of Kedah Royal Museum (Wong, 2017)
Figure 4.131 Handrail ornamentation with peeled paint (Wong, 2017)
Figure 4.132 Chemical salt (Dual Fit, 2012)
Figure 4.133 Door panel was finished with a blue paint (Chin, 2017)
Figure 4.134 Deterioration of brick wall (Erendy Nieto, 2009)
Figure 4.135 Cracked cement pavement on the outdoor of Kedah Royal Museum (Wong, 2017)
Figure 4.136 The surface of the handrail was damaged by the acidic rain (Lim, 2017)

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Figure 4.21 Fencing (Lim, 2017)
Figure 4.22 Barricades (Lim, 2017)
Figure 4.23 Main Gate (Pe, 2017)
Figure 4.24 Drainage (Wong, 2017)
Figure 4.25 Planter box (Wong, 2017)
Figure 4.26 Milletia Atropurpurea (Lim, 2017)
Figure 4.27 Dypsisbaronii (Lim, 2017)
Figure 4.28 Draceana Fragans (Lim, 2017)
Figure 4.29 Musa Acuminata (Lim, 2017)
Figure 4.30 Hibiscus Radiatus (Lim, 2017)
Figure 4.31 Axonopus Compressus (Lim, 2017)
Figure 4.32 Costus Stenophyllus (Lim, 2017)
Figure 4.33 Gazebo for the workers (Lim, 2017)
Figure 4.34 The visitor’s restroom near the back gate (Wong, 2017)
Figure 4.35 Cannon display area (Chin, 2017)

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Figure 4.36 Vehicles display area (Lim, 2017)
Figure 4.37 Blending of the new roof with the old roofs (How, 2017)
Figure 4.38 Entrance Porch of Rumah Pelamin (Garmin, 2017)
Figure 4.39 Interior of Rumah Pelamin (Garmin, 2017)
Figure 4.40 Malay Fusion Ornaments (Garmin, 2017)
Figure 4.41 First Floor Plan to show cross ventilation and minimal permanent partitions (TRM Members, 2017)
Figure 4.42 Section showing difference in floor level (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.43 Diagram showing typical Traditional Malay House layout design (ANON, 2017)
Figure 4.44 Massing model of Kedah Royal Museum (Teo, 2017)
Figure 4.45 First Floor Plan of Royal Museum Kedah (TRM Members, 2017)
Figure 4.48 Identification of spaces (TRM Members, 2017)
Figure 4.49 Location of wedded bedroom (TRM Members, 2017)
Figure 4.50 Marriage couple bedroom (Chong, 2017)

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1.5.2 Measuring Methods
Before the site visit, the team members prepare measurement tools
to bring for the measuring activity. The important equipments to
conduct an accurate measurement at Kedah Royal Museum are
measuring tapes, rulers and digital laser measuring device. Laser
measuring device are used with a board as a surface to project
within its direction. Example of on site measurements that require
laser measuring device include wall to wall distance and ceiling
heights.
Rulers are required to measure smaller details for instance,
ornaments, door and windows frame, wall panels and staircase
railing. Rulers can easily reach smaller parts and are more flexible
compared to measuring tapes.
Measuring tape is the most common equipment used for measuring.
It is used to measure floor length, wall heights, furniture and
finishing.
Figure 1.4 Measuring Tape use to measure the height
(Allen, 2017)

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1.5.3 Production of Drawings
After conducting measurements through the overall layout of the
building, each team member was assigned to selected parts to
draw. The measurements obtained on site was first drafted on a
butter paper between each of the group members. The drafts were
then analyzed together before proceeding into Autocad drawings.
Students who mastered in Autocad were required to draft the
recorded measurements on site to ensure that any mistakes and
missing measurements were quickly identified and amended before
leaving the site. This ensures that the outcome of the drawings were
coherent and accurate. Several meetings were conducted upon
returning to school to make sure that every drawing and line weights
were standardized before proceeding to into the next stage.
Figure 1.5 Jonathan drafting the measurements on Autocad
(Koh, 2017)
Figure 1.6 Group members recording the measurements on site
(Lim Shen,2017)

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1.5.4 Literature Research
Before the trip to Kedah, research was carried out online by each
members. Upon reaching the site, the report team visited the Kedah
State library in order to search more information about the building
and its architectural influences, the different sultanates and invasion
in Kedah.
1.5.5 Model Making Process
The Autocad drawings are revised. Then the drawings are printed to
scale. Laser cutting was conducted at the workshop. The
measurements were then derived from the printed drawings. Next,
the lines are carefully drafted on the balsa wood. Balsa wood was
cut and pasted carefully together using glue. A repeated process
was carried out to produce the final product.
Figure 1.7 Model making process
(Chia, 2017)

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Kedah Royal Museum Team would like to formally acknowledge
and express our appreciation towards those who had provided us
with a direction and knowledge in completing this report. We clearly
present our uttermost gratitude to all associations and individuals
who helped us, for the project to proceed without further problems.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank and show our
gratitude to both our lecturers, Mdm Nor Hayati Binti Ramli and Mr
Khairool Aizat for organizing this site visit, cooperating with the local
authorities and providing us with helpful advice during the
completion of the project. We were also grateful for the briefing
conducted by the local authorities of the conservation unit of
historical buildings in Kedah as this helped us to have an insight of
their efforts in restoring buildings and some information of other
historical buildings as well.
Next, we would like to thank Ms Rahimah, the person in charge of
the conservation unit of Kedah Royal Museum for her valuable
information about the historical events that happened surrounding
the building and some of the building material knowledge, as well as
the function of rooms and the background of the placement of
spaces. We also want to thank her for providing us with university
student’s (University Kebangsaan Malaysia and University Malaya)
records of the building’s drawings, architectural thoughts and some
historical backgrounds.
Besides, we would also like to thank the historian of Kedah, Dato'
Haji Wan Shamsudin Mohd. Yusof, to provide us with information of
the Kedah’s history as this helps us in understanding the
background of Kedah and Alor Setar. We would also like to
appreciate the help of the Jabatan Kerja Raya in Alor Setar for
providing us with the hand drawn elevation drawings for us to refer
during the production of measured drawings.
Lastly, we dedicate our utmost gratitude to the authorities of Kedah
Royal Museum in Alor Setar for allowing us to measure, photograph
and study the royal museum in detail. All the research and
documentation processes would not be possible without their
approval.
acknowledgement
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LISTOFFIGURES
Chapter 1 Introduction
Figure 1.1 Measuring Instruments (Chin, 2017)
Figure 1.2 Recording tools and safety gears (Chin, 2017)
Figure 1.3 Yang Kang working on the video (Chia, 2017)
Figure 1.4 Measuring Tape use to measure the height (Allen, 2017)
Figure 1.5 Jonathan drafting the measurements on Autocad (Koh, 2017)
Figure 1.6 Group members recording the measurements on site (Lim Shen,2017)
Figure 1.7 Model making process (Chia, 2017)
Chapter 2 Site Background
Figure 2.1 Mining in Malaysia (Nations Encyclopedia, 2017)
Figure 2.2 Paddy field in Malaysia (Misa, 2010)
Figure 2.3 Malaysia’s Automotive Industry (Zainol, 2014)
Figure 2.4 Candi in Bujang Valley (Arkib Negara Malaysia, 2015)
Figure 2.5 Straits Eclectic style in Penang (CWK, 2013)
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Figure 2.6 Sultan Abdul Samad Building (Beth, 2014)
Figure 2.7 Town Hall, Georgetown (Secapramana, 2000)
Figure 2.8 Three-storey shop houses (Yong, 2013)
Figure 2.9 Kuala Lumpur City Skyline (Citynet, 2014)
Figure 2.10 Kedah Map (OCAL, 2016)
Figure 2.11 Gunung Jerai (Soo, 2014)
Figure 2.12 Temperature Graph Alor Setar (Climate-Data.org)
Figure 2.13 Kedah Climate (Climate-Data.org)
Figure 2.14 Rice plantation in Kedah (James, 2012)
Figure 2.15 The boundary between agriculture land and urban industry areas.
Figure 2.16 Malay Traditional Dance (James, 2012)
Figure 2.17 An actor posing in a paddy field on Kedah Padi Heritage festival (Chiew, 2016)
Figure 2.18 A wayang kulit master and his puppet (Chiew, 2016)
Figure 2.19 Dance of Love (Nurulazyani, 2013)
Figure 2.20 Ornamentation on rafter board and openings (Lim, 2013)

ABSTRACT
This report is a compilation of all information obtained through
research from the internet, interviews and site visit to understand the
historical events that happened to the Kedah state, or more
specifically, the Kedah Royal Museum. The research is done from a
macro scale to understand the Kedah state’s context in Malaysia
and going in depth into the building’s significance in the state and its
period. The report also touches on the Sultanate of Kedah, where
some of the descendants built and occupied the Kota Setar Palace
before the building was declared to be a museum. Besides, the
report shows further record of the architecture of the Kedah Royal
Museum, where it shows its influence from the era it was built and
the local contextual influences. The Kedah Royal Museum
demonstrates the usage and importance of a Malay palace in
presenting the culture of the royalties.
abstract
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Figure 2.21 Roof structure of Rumah Kedah (Lim, 2013)
Figure 2.22 Rumah Kedah (esharkj, 2012)
Figure 2.23 Kedah Royal Museum (Lim, 2017)
Chapter 3 Historical Background
Figure 3.1 The front door of Kota Setar Palace (mybiebie, 2009)
Figure 3.2 The map of centre Alor Setar (de Koninck, 1988)
Figure 3.3 North Room for the Sick Sultan (Wong, 2017)
Figure 3.4 Sultan’s Entrance Gateway (Chia, 2017)
Figure 3.5 Entrance dedicated for the sultan at the Astaka Hall (Wong,2017)
Figure 3.6 Exterior Facade of Istana Pelamin (How, 2017)
Figure 3.7 Interior of Rumah Pelamin (Lim, 2017)
Figure 3.8 “Sitting-in-state” of the Royal Couples (How, 2017)
Figure 3.9 St John Ambulance logo (Kiantong, 2012)
Figure 3.10 Displays of the Royal Collection (Lim, 2017)
Figure 3.11 Personal Collection of the Sultan (How, 2017)

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Figure 3.12 Siamese Invasion (Science pole, 2017)
Figure 3.13 Japanese Invasion (St. Rosemary Educational Institution, 2017)
Figure 3.14 Balustrade at the staircase with Thai fusion (Brian, 2017)
Figure 3.15 Side View of Rumah Pelamin with British Moldings on the Window Frame (Brian, 2017)
Figure 3.16 Kedah Royal Museum Before Restoration Works (Kedah Royal Museum)
Figure 3.17 Kedah Royal Museum around 1904 (Kedah Royal Museum)
Figure 3.18 Steel structure to support the roof (Wong, 2017)
Figure 3.19 Timber flooring underneath the carpet (Jiuan, 2017)
Figure 3.20 Extended spaces at the ground floor (Zanyu, 2017)
Chapter 4 Architecture of Kedah Royal Museum
Figure 4.1 The Royal Museum (How, 2017)
Figure 4.2 Islamic style arc (Chin, 2017)
Figure 4.3 First Floor Plan to indicate layout of building according to Malay Architecture (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.4 Colonial style windows at the Rumah Pelamin (Pe, 2017)
Figure 4.5 Eaves at Gateway (TRM, 2017)

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Figure 4.6 Carvings on Main Gate (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.7 Ornament on Main Gate (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.8 Railing of staircase (Chin, 2017)
Figure 4.9 Cravings of motifs on doors (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.10 Door with fanlights (Lim Shen, 2017)
Figure 4.11 Arched Window (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.12 Panelled Windows (Lim Shen, 2017)
Figure 4.13 Louvered shutters (Lim Shen, 2017)
Figure 4.14 Macro Site Context (Teo, 2017)
Figure 4.15 Micro Site Context (Teo, 2017)
Figure 4.16 Zahir Mosque (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.17 Kedah State Art Gallery (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.18 Balai Besar (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.19 Driveway (Lim, 2017)
Figure 4.20 Pavement (Lim, 2017)

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Chapter 5 Building Details
Figure 5.1 The Sultan gate entrance (Chin, 2017)
Figure 5.2 Gate door entrance for Sultan (Lim, 2017)
Figure 5.3 A small built in the gate door (Lim, 2017)
Figure 5.4 The side gate (Chia, 2017)
Figure 5.5 The side gate door opened (Chia, 2017)
Figure 5.6 Door type 1 (Chong, 2017)
Figure 5.7 North West Elevation Drawing (TRM, 2017)
Figure 5.8 Door type 2 (Sii, 2017)
Figure 5.9 South West Section Drawing (TRM, 2017)
Figure 5.10 Door type 3 (Lim, 2017)
Figure 5.11 Door type 3 with green paint finishing (Chin, 2017)
Figure 5.12 North East Section Drawing (TRM, 2017)
Figure 5.13 Door type 4 (Chin, 2017)
Figure 5.14 Door type 4 finishing with green paint (Lim, 2017)

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Figure 4.81 Reflected Ceiling Plan of Rumah Pelamin (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.82 Ceiling ornamentation type 1(How, 2017)
Figure 4.83 Ceiling ornamentation type 2 (How, 2017)
Figure 4.84 Ceiling ornamentation 3 (How, 2017)
Figure 4.85 South East Elevation (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.86 Baluster ornamentation (Chong,2017)
Figure 4.87 Baluster ornamentation on the staircase (How, 2017)
Figure 4.88 Baluster ornamentation on the handrail in front of the window (How, 2017)
Figure 4.89 Section of Royal Museum Kedah (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.90 Floral motif carvings on the furniture (Sii, 2017)
Figure 4.91 Floral motif carvings on the door panel (Chin, 2017)
Figure 4.93 Criss-cross wooden ornamentation (Sii, 2017)
Figure 4.94 Criss-cross wooden ornamentation on the bedroom wall (Sii, 2017)
Figure 4.95 White moldings ornamentation on interior Kedah Royal Museum (Chin, 2017)

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Figure 4.96 White moldings ornamentation on column (How, 2017)
Figure 4.97 White moldings ornamentation on handrail (How, 2017)
Figure 4.98 Front façade of Kedah Royal Museum (How, 2017)
Figure 4.99 The arches on the front facade (How, 2017)
Figure 4.100 Hexagon layered moldings above the arches (Sii, 2017)
Figure 4.101 Sultan’s gateway (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.102 Sultan’s entrance gateway (Sii, 2017)
Figure 4.103 Ornamentation of Sultan’s entrance gateway (How, 2017)
Figure 4.104 Side gate beside the main gate (Chia, 2017)
Figure 4.105 Ornamentation of Side gate (Chia, 2017)
Figure 4.106 Crown strcuture ornamentation on Side gate (How, 2017)
Figure 4.107 Yellow flower carvings in a rectangular frame (Wong, 2017)
Figure 4.108 North West- Elevation of Royal Museum Kedah (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.109 Spiralling layered moldings on Sultan entrance staircase (Chin, 2017)
Figure 4.110 The Sultan entrance staircase (Chin, 2017)

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Figure 4.111 South East Elevation of Royal Museum Kedah (TRM,2017)
Figure 4.112 Polygonal newel cap ornamentation on the handrail (Sii, 2017)
Figure 4.113 Common timber staircase (Tan, 2017)
Figure 4.115 White moldings ornamentation on the handrail (Sii, 2017)
Figure 4.116 Hexagonal-shaped pattern balustrades on veranda (Chong, 2017)
Figure 4.117 Oval-shapd pattern balustrades on Sultan entrance staircase (Chong, 2017)
Figure 4.118 Timber door frame, showing the texture of wood (Chin, 2017)
Figure 4.119 Timber wall with white paint finishing (Chin, 2017)
Figure 4.120 Timber ceiling with white paint finishing (Chin, 2017)
Figure 4.121 Chengal wood (Mtib, 2016)
Figure 4.122 Chengal wood surface texture (Eric Meier)
Figure 4.123 Meranti wood (Chea Sa Timber Sdn. Bhd., 2008)
Figure 4.124 Meranti wood surface texture (Eric Meier)
Figure 4.125 Brick wall can be seen from the damaged surface of the wall (Chia, 2017)

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Figure 5.15 Door type 5 (Lim, 2017)
Figure 5.16 North East Elevation Drawing (TRM, 2017)
Figure 5.17 Window type 1 with glass case (Lim, 2017)
Figure 5.18 Window type 1 exterior view (Sii, 2017)
Figure 5.19 Window type 1 interior view (Sii, 2017)
Figure 5.20 Window type 2 (Lim, 2017)
Figure 5.21 Window type 2 with glass case (Lim, 2017)
Figure 5.22 South West Elevation Drawing (TRM, 2017)
Figure 5.23 Window type 3 (Chin, 2017)
Figure 5.24 Window type 3 exterior view (Lim, 2017)
Figure 5.26 Window type 4 (Chin, 2017)

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Figure 4.66 First Floor Plan of Royal Museum Kedah (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.67 First Floor Plan showing Average Human Density (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.68 Section to show different floor level (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.69 Sultan Main Gate (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.70 Prince Gate (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.71 Royal Female Family Gate (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.72 Sultan Main Gate (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.73 Facade of Astaka Hall (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.74 Facade of Main Entrance (TRM, 2017)
Figure 4.75 The scale of the Pelamin entrance and the side entrance (Chin, 2017)
Figure 4.76 The ornamented Sultan’s entrance (Chin, 2017)
Figure 4.77 The repeating windows surrounding the Pelamin (Chin, 2017)
Figure 4.78 Repeating doors and ornaments throughout the interior (Lim Shen, 2017)
Figure 4.79 The interior view of Kedah Royal Museum (How, 2017)
Figure 4.80 The front view of Kedah Royal Museum (Sii, 2017)

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Figure 4.51 Location of hallway (TRM Members, 2017)
Figure 4.52 Hallway of the middle hall (Lim Shen, 2017)
Figure 4.53 Location of female rooms (TRM Members, 2017)
Figure 4.54 The female’s room (Wong, 2017)
Figure 4.55 Presentation room (Chin, 2017)
Figure 4.56 Location of display room (TRM Members, 2017)
Figure 4.57 Some display of Raja Muda’s collection (Koh, 2017)
Figure 4.58 The door to the Sultan’s entrance (Sii, 2017)
Figure 4.59 Location of VIP room (TRM Members, 2017)
Figure 4.60 Exterior of Sultan’s healing room (Chia, 2017)
Figure 4.61 Location of royal regalia display area (TRM Members, 2017)
Figure 4.62 Royal regalia display area (Chin, 2017)
Figure 4.63 Pathway for visitors (TRM Members, 2017)
Figure 4.64 Sultan’s pathway (TRM Members, 2017)
Figure 4.65 Various pathways used (TRM Members, 2017)

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Figure 5.30 South East Elevation Drawing (TRM, 2017)
Figure 5.32 Octagonal column at the Sultan entrance staircase (Chong, 2017)
Figure 5.33 Bottom of octagonal column (Chong, 2017)
Figure 5.34 View from bottom to top of octagonal column (Chong, 2017)
Figure 5.35 Bottom of common column (Pe, 2017)
Figure 5.36 Top of common column (Pe, 2017)
Figure 5.37 A part of building was built in timber wall (Tan, 2017)
Figure 5.38 Timber wall structure (Tan, 2017)
Figure 5.40 Some part of brickwork was exposed on the wall surface near the timber staircase (Tan, 2017)

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Figure 5.42 Ceiling on the museum’s main entrance (Chong, 2017)
Figure 5.43 Mansard structured ceiling (Chong, 2017)
Figure 5.44 Timber staircase (Tan, 2017)
Figure 5.46 Concrete staircase (Sii, 2017)
Figure 5.51 Roof overview (How, 2017)
Figure 5.52 A close look of roof details (Chin, 2017)
Figure 5.53 Arch with ornamentation (Sii, 2017)
Figure 5.54 Arches on the front entrance façade (How, 2017)

Declaration of Submission
Kedah Royal Museum
Medan Bandar, Kedah, 05400 Alor Setar, Malaysia
This report is submitted for the subject ARC 1215 / ARC60305
Methods of Documentation and Measured Drawings to School of
Architecture, Building, Design of Taylor’s University to obtain 5
credits for Practicum 1.
It is a group effort by:
1. How Seng Guan 1007P73021
2. Brian Koh Jun Yan 0322002
3. Wong Wan Jiuan 0327173
4. Lim Zanyu 0325034
5. Chin Shee Wei 0322499
6. Lim Yang Kang 0320538
7. Pe Zhi Yong 0319765
8. Lim Shen 0323209
9. Sii Siaw Hua 0322608
10. Allen Tan Hoang Yeap 0329459
11. Chong Chin Pin 0319595
12. Rachael Cheong Kah Yen 0329186
13. Teo Vi Vien 0321645
14. Cherilyn Chia Qiao Xin 0321986
15. Lim Zia Huei 0321031
Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture)
January 2017
Taylor’s University
Supervised by:
Mr Khairool Aizat
declaration
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