The document discusses land use planning principles and issues related to land use in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It outlines several key land use planning principles, including recording and evaluating land features, preserving cultural aspects, conserving open spaces, recognizing additional land use changes, and setting development limits. A major issue discussed is overpopulation in Kuala Lumpur due to economic migration. This overpopulation puts pressure on housing and leads to illegal squatter settlements on unsuitable land, restricting city development and infrastructure. Solutions involve better planning to accommodate population growth through sufficient and appropriately located housing and infrastructure.
The document discusses definitions of ancient cities and factors used to designate a settlement as a city, including population size, building density, presence of infrastructure like sewers, and whether it was called a city in antiquity. It also briefly describes exploring ruined ancient cities around the world from sites like Babylon and Roman cities to Mayan centers and Egyptian towns.
The document provides a vision and plan to transform the town centre of Kajang, Malaysia into a more self-reliant town. The plan focuses on urban renewal of the existing town centre through alterations and extensions to buildings. It also proposes constructing sustainable buildings, developing the area around the landmark Kajang Mosque, improving public transportation infrastructure including a proposed tram system, boosting tourism, shopping developments, and adding parks and amenities. The overall goal is to make Kajang a livable and sustainable town with a thriving economic centre.
Yuanyuan Li - Urban Planning and Design PortfolioYuanyuan Li
This document provides background information on a site located in Kunming, China for a water sensitive neighbourhood regeneration project along the Yudai River. It discusses the national, regional and international context of the site including China's urban system, the Yunnan City Group regional plan, proximity to Southeast Asia, and role in the Greater Mekong Subregion. Site context details include the current land uses, building types and quality, density, and land values. The planning will focus on conservation, providing more open spaces and increasing density with a mix of uses.
The document summarizes studies of urban stream revitalization projects in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Seoul, South Korea. For Kuala Lumpur's Klang River, issues included pollution and declining use. The River of Life program aims to clean the river and develop its banks to increase economic activity. In Seoul, the Cheonggyecheon Stream was buried due to development but was restored in 2005. This reduced flooding, traffic, and pollution while boosting property values and tourism. Both projects show how revitalizing urban streams can improve the environment, economy and livability of cities.
This document summarizes an urban housing project focused on redevelopment of a densely populated site in Juhu, Mumbai. A group of 8 students surveyed the existing site conditions, including housing typologies, densities, users, and requirements. They then worked individually to develop social housing concepts that integrate public spaces and support daily community activities in a sustainable way. The design proposals considered urban issues like lack of open space, traffic, and incremental development. The site is located in an area of Juhu that has undergone rapid changes from bungalows to high-rise buildings due to rising land values. The project involved understanding existing building types and developing a housing module that considers future potential of the plots.
This presentation was given by Mayor John Callhan of Bethlehem, Pennsylvenia to a group of Israeli mayors as part of the Israeli Mayor Institute held by the Movement for Israeli Urbanism
This presentation provides an overview of urban revitalization efforts in the northeast United States following World War II. It discusses the decline of older industrial cities as employers moved to the suburbs, placing urban centers at a disadvantage. The objectives are to examine the past issues and prospects for revitalizing the industrial sector in the region and discuss the current situation in northeast USA. Different strategic steps taken for revitalization included business improvement districts, brownfield redevelopment, tax increment financing, mega-projects, attracting the creative class, and strengthening central business districts.
KKKH4284 URBAN PLANNING OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
TASK 7 : URBAN RENEWAL
LECTURERS :
PROF. IR. DR. RIZA ATIQ ABDULLAH O.K. RAHMAT
DR. NAZRI BORHAN
DR. NORLIZA MOHD AKHIR
The document discusses definitions of ancient cities and factors used to designate a settlement as a city, including population size, building density, presence of infrastructure like sewers, and whether it was called a city in antiquity. It also briefly describes exploring ruined ancient cities around the world from sites like Babylon and Roman cities to Mayan centers and Egyptian towns.
The document provides a vision and plan to transform the town centre of Kajang, Malaysia into a more self-reliant town. The plan focuses on urban renewal of the existing town centre through alterations and extensions to buildings. It also proposes constructing sustainable buildings, developing the area around the landmark Kajang Mosque, improving public transportation infrastructure including a proposed tram system, boosting tourism, shopping developments, and adding parks and amenities. The overall goal is to make Kajang a livable and sustainable town with a thriving economic centre.
Yuanyuan Li - Urban Planning and Design PortfolioYuanyuan Li
This document provides background information on a site located in Kunming, China for a water sensitive neighbourhood regeneration project along the Yudai River. It discusses the national, regional and international context of the site including China's urban system, the Yunnan City Group regional plan, proximity to Southeast Asia, and role in the Greater Mekong Subregion. Site context details include the current land uses, building types and quality, density, and land values. The planning will focus on conservation, providing more open spaces and increasing density with a mix of uses.
The document summarizes studies of urban stream revitalization projects in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Seoul, South Korea. For Kuala Lumpur's Klang River, issues included pollution and declining use. The River of Life program aims to clean the river and develop its banks to increase economic activity. In Seoul, the Cheonggyecheon Stream was buried due to development but was restored in 2005. This reduced flooding, traffic, and pollution while boosting property values and tourism. Both projects show how revitalizing urban streams can improve the environment, economy and livability of cities.
This document summarizes an urban housing project focused on redevelopment of a densely populated site in Juhu, Mumbai. A group of 8 students surveyed the existing site conditions, including housing typologies, densities, users, and requirements. They then worked individually to develop social housing concepts that integrate public spaces and support daily community activities in a sustainable way. The design proposals considered urban issues like lack of open space, traffic, and incremental development. The site is located in an area of Juhu that has undergone rapid changes from bungalows to high-rise buildings due to rising land values. The project involved understanding existing building types and developing a housing module that considers future potential of the plots.
This presentation was given by Mayor John Callhan of Bethlehem, Pennsylvenia to a group of Israeli mayors as part of the Israeli Mayor Institute held by the Movement for Israeli Urbanism
This presentation provides an overview of urban revitalization efforts in the northeast United States following World War II. It discusses the decline of older industrial cities as employers moved to the suburbs, placing urban centers at a disadvantage. The objectives are to examine the past issues and prospects for revitalizing the industrial sector in the region and discuss the current situation in northeast USA. Different strategic steps taken for revitalization included business improvement districts, brownfield redevelopment, tax increment financing, mega-projects, attracting the creative class, and strengthening central business districts.
KKKH4284 URBAN PLANNING OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
TASK 7 : URBAN RENEWAL
LECTURERS :
PROF. IR. DR. RIZA ATIQ ABDULLAH O.K. RAHMAT
DR. NAZRI BORHAN
DR. NORLIZA MOHD AKHIR
The document compares and contrasts towns and cities. It states that a town is generally larger than a village but smaller than a city, and has defined boundaries and local government. A town may have a town council but less autonomy than cities at the country and state levels. In contrast, a city is defined as a larger settlement where people live, work and engage in leisure activities. Cities typically have more complex infrastructure systems than towns.
Project 2: Documentation of a Medium-Sized Projectkimberleyee95
The document is a project management report for an Artscape Healing Center to be built in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It includes an introduction to the project, client, objectives and proposed programs. It also includes an analysis of the site through SWOT, PESTLE and site context diagrams. The report outlines the project viability through objectives, goals, success criteria and stakeholders. It discusses the design suitability through key features, schedule of accommodation and program relationships. The project aims to create an "urban escape" through the incorporation of arts, culture, and nature to promote relaxation and tackle urban stress.
In this presentation we mainly focus on Redevelopment and its methodology, discussion of TWC (Third World Countries) redevelopment strategies, planners activity for redevelopment, An overview of gradual change on Dhaka city from the old (Basically on Land use and Transportation) and International Case study.
The major urban problems in Hong Kong are housing, pollution, and traffic congestion. These problems are caused by Hong Kong's high population density, limited land supply, past lack of urban planning, and economic growth. To address these issues, the government has taken measures such as developing new towns, reclamation, building more public housing, redeveloping old urban areas, improving transportation infrastructure, enacting environmental protection laws, and incorporating better planning in new developments. However, urban solutions can also create new problems for the environment if not implemented sustainably. Citizens must work with the government to develop cities in a way that balances development and conservation.
This document outlines a plan for urban renewal and integrated transportation in Fort Collins, Colorado. The plan aims to reduce sprawl, increase density, improve environmental quality, and enhance community. Key elements include re-zoning areas for mixed-use development, establishing urban renewal districts, and integrating public school buses with the city transit system. The goals are to concentrate development, preserve open space, and provide more efficient transportation options. Benefits cited include reduced emissions, improved mobility, economic development, and enhanced quality of life. Challenges include restrictions on growth and potential increases in population density.
The document is a final design report for an architectural design project. It includes sections on site investigation and analysis, project background and design strategies. The proposed project is an Artscape Healing Center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia aimed at providing an "urban escape" through art spaces and nature to promote relaxation. The design incorporates healing gardens, art galleries, studios, and other spaces connected by ramps and courtyards taking advantage of views of the river and surrounding context. Sustainable design strategies and precedents focusing on biophilia and nature are discussed to support the goal of using art and nature to relieve urban stress.
The Seoul Institute is a 21-year-old research organization established by the Seoul Metropolitan Government to improve municipal administration and quality of life in Seoul through professional research. Its vision is to create a sustainable city with a higher quality of life by mapping out innovative policies, conducting research on urban problems, and creating an open citizen research platform. The institute conducts research in areas like future studies, transportation, safety, and urban planning with a staff of 258 and an annual budget of $22 million. Its goal is to prepare Seoul for the future and better communicate with citizens.
The document provides a vision and plan to transform the town centre of Kajang, Malaysia into a self-reliant town. It proposes alterations and extensions to existing buildings, construction of sustainable new buildings, developing the downtown area through mixed-use projects and improving public spaces, implementing a personal rapid transit public transport system, redeveloping the riverfront, and enhancing shopping areas to achieve this. The plan aims to upgrade facilities, relate new development to existing areas, and improve both the built and natural environment.
Seoul internationalurbandevelopmentcollaboration 20140517simrc
Seoul has transformed from a poor city in the 1960s to a highly developed city through rapid but controlled urbanization and infrastructure development. The 1965 Seoul Metro Area Master Plan set out a vision for compact, transit-oriented development through high-density and spatial frameworks like the greenbelt. Land readjustment projects implemented this vision by building infrastructure together and benefitting landowners. Gangnam developed from an idea in the master plan through phases of planning and private development. Urban regeneration projects like Cheonggyecheon restored public spaces. Seoul's experience shows that urban planning, leadership, and integrated public-private solutions are crucial for sustainable growth.
This document provides an overview of the town planning of Bangalore City, India. It discusses Bangalore's origin and evolution from a mud fort established in 1537 to becoming known as the "Silicon Valley of India". The document outlines Bangalore's climate and topography. It describes the city's growth from a garden city to a major tech hub. Key aspects of Bangalore's planning are highlighted such as its five concentric belts of development and transportation infrastructure. Different master plans for the city are also summarized.
This document is a thesis submitted by Ramachandran A for a Master of Planning degree. It examines urban renewal of the Chetput Station Area in Chennai, India. The introduction provides background on rapid urbanization in India, the importance of urban renewal, and justification for focusing on Chetput Station Area. The literature review covers definitions and concepts of urban renewal. The thesis will analyze conditions in Chetput Station Area and propose recommendations to address issues like congestion, dilapidated buildings, and lack of open space through urban renewal.
The 2030 Seoul Plan draft outlines Seoul's vision and spatial structure for the next 20 years. It divides Seoul into 5 regions and establishes 3 main centers, 7 regional centers and 12 local centers. The plan aims to create a people-centered city with a strong job market, vibrant culture, and safe, stable communities through 12 initiatives addressing issues like welfare, jobs, environment and transportation. The spatial structure focuses on preserving natural areas and historical resources while connecting centers through transportation and greenway axes to promote balanced development across Seoul.
The document discusses the master plan for urban management in Duhok, Iraq. It analyzes the historical development of Duhok from a village in 1923 to the present. It outlines the main sectors of the current city including residential, commercial, industrial, services, health, entertainment, open spaces, orchards, administration, transportation, agriculture, and education. The plan identifies several areas for analysis including the city center, Shele Quarter, Malta, and Semel. The objectives for each area include improving infrastructure, connectivity, and developing new land uses. The overall goal of the master plan is to guide the future expansion and development of Duhok over the coming decades.
The document provides information on the Midtown Area redevelopment plan in Milpitas, California. It discusses the location and boundaries of the planning area. The Midtown Area encompasses 942 acres in the center of Milpitas and is located strategically between major highways and rail lines. The redevelopment plan aims to create a mixed-use community with high-density housing and gathering spaces, while maintaining needed industrial and commercial uses. It also discusses goals to improve transportation, utilities, and other infrastructure to support the new development envisioned in the Midtown Area.
The document is a report from the Dublin City Manager to the Lord Mayor and Members of Dublin City Council regarding a proposed interim cycleway and footway project between Bull Wall and Causeway Road. It provides details of the project including its location, proposed works including construction of a cycle track and footway, flood defence works, and submissions received from the public. It evaluates the project's compliance with various national, regional and local planning policies supporting sustainable transportation initiatives and flood management.
This document provides a capstone project report prepared for Urban Systems that summarizes key economic trends in the Okanagan Valley over the next 1-2 decades. The report identifies 7 major trends: infrastructure, health, agriculture, tourism, renewable energy, information technology, and forestry. For each trend, the report outlines factors driving changes and opportunities for Urban Systems to capitalize on emerging industries and needs in the region.
This document discusses a proposed site for a recreational center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to address urban stress. It analyzes the site context, including lack of green space, noise from traffic, and air and water pollution. Precedent studies of community centers are examined for their strategies in integrating work and recreation facilities. The proposed design for this site aims to bring people together through a variety of programs and activities to promote healthy lifestyle and reduce urban stress. Landscaping and building orientation strategies seek to minimize heat gain and noise impact.
A Report on Urban Redevelopment which covers Introduction, Indicators of Redevelopment(Construction, Rehabilitation & Relocation), Local Study(Bangladesh), International Study of Redevelopment, Preservation aspect, and most important part of Redevelopment i.e. Methodology.
This document is the City of Hapeville's Strategic Development Plan, which aims to implement goals from previous planning documents to rehabilitate housing, improve infrastructure like pedestrian areas, and expand public spaces. It designates an area as a "redevelopment area" under state law to access funding tools. Maps and data show issues like deteriorating buildings, poverty, and crime that qualify the area. The plan establishes a Redevelopment Authority to pursue projects and private investment that address community needs around housing, transportation, and open space.
Laura Feeney from Adobe Systems gave a presentation on creativity in K-12 education. She discussed how creativity is valuable for students, vital for their future, and can help change the world. Technology is empowering student creativity in classrooms through tools that foster engagement, transferable skills, and high-quality work. However, schools currently do not prepare students for future jobs and problems. Adobe resources like the Education Exchange and Youth Voices programs provide ways to contribute to increasing creativity in education.
Thank you for the detailed
visitors before they start climbing.
proposal. I have a few additional
safety
reasons,
it
will
be
questions:
1. What safety measures will be put in
place during rock climbing activities?
Team Manager: Here are the safety
measures that will be put in place during
rock climbing activities:
1. All climbers must wear proper safety
harnesses that are securely attached to
the climbing ropes at all times.
2. Belay devices will be used by trained
supervisors to ensure controlled lowering
of climbers in case of falls.
3. Helmets will be provided
The document compares and contrasts towns and cities. It states that a town is generally larger than a village but smaller than a city, and has defined boundaries and local government. A town may have a town council but less autonomy than cities at the country and state levels. In contrast, a city is defined as a larger settlement where people live, work and engage in leisure activities. Cities typically have more complex infrastructure systems than towns.
Project 2: Documentation of a Medium-Sized Projectkimberleyee95
The document is a project management report for an Artscape Healing Center to be built in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It includes an introduction to the project, client, objectives and proposed programs. It also includes an analysis of the site through SWOT, PESTLE and site context diagrams. The report outlines the project viability through objectives, goals, success criteria and stakeholders. It discusses the design suitability through key features, schedule of accommodation and program relationships. The project aims to create an "urban escape" through the incorporation of arts, culture, and nature to promote relaxation and tackle urban stress.
In this presentation we mainly focus on Redevelopment and its methodology, discussion of TWC (Third World Countries) redevelopment strategies, planners activity for redevelopment, An overview of gradual change on Dhaka city from the old (Basically on Land use and Transportation) and International Case study.
The major urban problems in Hong Kong are housing, pollution, and traffic congestion. These problems are caused by Hong Kong's high population density, limited land supply, past lack of urban planning, and economic growth. To address these issues, the government has taken measures such as developing new towns, reclamation, building more public housing, redeveloping old urban areas, improving transportation infrastructure, enacting environmental protection laws, and incorporating better planning in new developments. However, urban solutions can also create new problems for the environment if not implemented sustainably. Citizens must work with the government to develop cities in a way that balances development and conservation.
This document outlines a plan for urban renewal and integrated transportation in Fort Collins, Colorado. The plan aims to reduce sprawl, increase density, improve environmental quality, and enhance community. Key elements include re-zoning areas for mixed-use development, establishing urban renewal districts, and integrating public school buses with the city transit system. The goals are to concentrate development, preserve open space, and provide more efficient transportation options. Benefits cited include reduced emissions, improved mobility, economic development, and enhanced quality of life. Challenges include restrictions on growth and potential increases in population density.
The document is a final design report for an architectural design project. It includes sections on site investigation and analysis, project background and design strategies. The proposed project is an Artscape Healing Center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia aimed at providing an "urban escape" through art spaces and nature to promote relaxation. The design incorporates healing gardens, art galleries, studios, and other spaces connected by ramps and courtyards taking advantage of views of the river and surrounding context. Sustainable design strategies and precedents focusing on biophilia and nature are discussed to support the goal of using art and nature to relieve urban stress.
The Seoul Institute is a 21-year-old research organization established by the Seoul Metropolitan Government to improve municipal administration and quality of life in Seoul through professional research. Its vision is to create a sustainable city with a higher quality of life by mapping out innovative policies, conducting research on urban problems, and creating an open citizen research platform. The institute conducts research in areas like future studies, transportation, safety, and urban planning with a staff of 258 and an annual budget of $22 million. Its goal is to prepare Seoul for the future and better communicate with citizens.
The document provides a vision and plan to transform the town centre of Kajang, Malaysia into a self-reliant town. It proposes alterations and extensions to existing buildings, construction of sustainable new buildings, developing the downtown area through mixed-use projects and improving public spaces, implementing a personal rapid transit public transport system, redeveloping the riverfront, and enhancing shopping areas to achieve this. The plan aims to upgrade facilities, relate new development to existing areas, and improve both the built and natural environment.
Seoul internationalurbandevelopmentcollaboration 20140517simrc
Seoul has transformed from a poor city in the 1960s to a highly developed city through rapid but controlled urbanization and infrastructure development. The 1965 Seoul Metro Area Master Plan set out a vision for compact, transit-oriented development through high-density and spatial frameworks like the greenbelt. Land readjustment projects implemented this vision by building infrastructure together and benefitting landowners. Gangnam developed from an idea in the master plan through phases of planning and private development. Urban regeneration projects like Cheonggyecheon restored public spaces. Seoul's experience shows that urban planning, leadership, and integrated public-private solutions are crucial for sustainable growth.
This document provides an overview of the town planning of Bangalore City, India. It discusses Bangalore's origin and evolution from a mud fort established in 1537 to becoming known as the "Silicon Valley of India". The document outlines Bangalore's climate and topography. It describes the city's growth from a garden city to a major tech hub. Key aspects of Bangalore's planning are highlighted such as its five concentric belts of development and transportation infrastructure. Different master plans for the city are also summarized.
This document is a thesis submitted by Ramachandran A for a Master of Planning degree. It examines urban renewal of the Chetput Station Area in Chennai, India. The introduction provides background on rapid urbanization in India, the importance of urban renewal, and justification for focusing on Chetput Station Area. The literature review covers definitions and concepts of urban renewal. The thesis will analyze conditions in Chetput Station Area and propose recommendations to address issues like congestion, dilapidated buildings, and lack of open space through urban renewal.
The 2030 Seoul Plan draft outlines Seoul's vision and spatial structure for the next 20 years. It divides Seoul into 5 regions and establishes 3 main centers, 7 regional centers and 12 local centers. The plan aims to create a people-centered city with a strong job market, vibrant culture, and safe, stable communities through 12 initiatives addressing issues like welfare, jobs, environment and transportation. The spatial structure focuses on preserving natural areas and historical resources while connecting centers through transportation and greenway axes to promote balanced development across Seoul.
The document discusses the master plan for urban management in Duhok, Iraq. It analyzes the historical development of Duhok from a village in 1923 to the present. It outlines the main sectors of the current city including residential, commercial, industrial, services, health, entertainment, open spaces, orchards, administration, transportation, agriculture, and education. The plan identifies several areas for analysis including the city center, Shele Quarter, Malta, and Semel. The objectives for each area include improving infrastructure, connectivity, and developing new land uses. The overall goal of the master plan is to guide the future expansion and development of Duhok over the coming decades.
The document provides information on the Midtown Area redevelopment plan in Milpitas, California. It discusses the location and boundaries of the planning area. The Midtown Area encompasses 942 acres in the center of Milpitas and is located strategically between major highways and rail lines. The redevelopment plan aims to create a mixed-use community with high-density housing and gathering spaces, while maintaining needed industrial and commercial uses. It also discusses goals to improve transportation, utilities, and other infrastructure to support the new development envisioned in the Midtown Area.
The document is a report from the Dublin City Manager to the Lord Mayor and Members of Dublin City Council regarding a proposed interim cycleway and footway project between Bull Wall and Causeway Road. It provides details of the project including its location, proposed works including construction of a cycle track and footway, flood defence works, and submissions received from the public. It evaluates the project's compliance with various national, regional and local planning policies supporting sustainable transportation initiatives and flood management.
This document provides a capstone project report prepared for Urban Systems that summarizes key economic trends in the Okanagan Valley over the next 1-2 decades. The report identifies 7 major trends: infrastructure, health, agriculture, tourism, renewable energy, information technology, and forestry. For each trend, the report outlines factors driving changes and opportunities for Urban Systems to capitalize on emerging industries and needs in the region.
This document discusses a proposed site for a recreational center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to address urban stress. It analyzes the site context, including lack of green space, noise from traffic, and air and water pollution. Precedent studies of community centers are examined for their strategies in integrating work and recreation facilities. The proposed design for this site aims to bring people together through a variety of programs and activities to promote healthy lifestyle and reduce urban stress. Landscaping and building orientation strategies seek to minimize heat gain and noise impact.
A Report on Urban Redevelopment which covers Introduction, Indicators of Redevelopment(Construction, Rehabilitation & Relocation), Local Study(Bangladesh), International Study of Redevelopment, Preservation aspect, and most important part of Redevelopment i.e. Methodology.
This document is the City of Hapeville's Strategic Development Plan, which aims to implement goals from previous planning documents to rehabilitate housing, improve infrastructure like pedestrian areas, and expand public spaces. It designates an area as a "redevelopment area" under state law to access funding tools. Maps and data show issues like deteriorating buildings, poverty, and crime that qualify the area. The plan establishes a Redevelopment Authority to pursue projects and private investment that address community needs around housing, transportation, and open space.
Laura Feeney from Adobe Systems gave a presentation on creativity in K-12 education. She discussed how creativity is valuable for students, vital for their future, and can help change the world. Technology is empowering student creativity in classrooms through tools that foster engagement, transferable skills, and high-quality work. However, schools currently do not prepare students for future jobs and problems. Adobe resources like the Education Exchange and Youth Voices programs provide ways to contribute to increasing creativity in education.
Thank you for the detailed
visitors before they start climbing.
proposal. I have a few additional
safety
reasons,
it
will
be
questions:
1. What safety measures will be put in
place during rock climbing activities?
Team Manager: Here are the safety
measures that will be put in place during
rock climbing activities:
1. All climbers must wear proper safety
harnesses that are securely attached to
the climbing ropes at all times.
2. Belay devices will be used by trained
supervisors to ensure controlled lowering
of climbers in case of falls.
3. Helmets will be provided
This document provides an overview of a group project to create an original board game called World War 2.5. It describes each member's contributions, including designing game elements like the instruction booklet, game board, cards, pieces and packaging. Each member provides a short reflection on what they learned, emphasizing the importance of teamwork, time management, creativity and openness to different ideas. The project allowed the group to design an original board game while gaining valuable skills in problem solving and collaboration.
STEMx Presentation: Creativity in K12 Educationlmfeeney
The document discusses the importance of creativity in K-12 education. It notes that creativity is valuable for students, vital for the future, and can help change the world. The presentation cites statistics showing that the vast majority of professionals believe creative thinking is important but that it is not sufficiently taught. It also provides examples of schools empowering student creativity through technology and project-based learning. The presentation encourages attendees to contribute to fostering creativity in their own schools and provides resources on Adobe's education initiatives to support creativity.
This document contains drawings related to the documentation of Dewan Bandaran Ipoh. It includes a key plan, location plan, site plan, floor plans for the ground floor and first floor, a roof plan, reflected ceiling plans for the ground floor and first floor, and elevations of the front, back and right sides. The drawings provide details such as dimensions, materials, and labeling of spaces.
This document provides a land use plan for Karaikal Town from 2012-2033. It analyzes the existing land use pattern and compares it to norms. Residential makes up over 50% of the developed area currently but is proposed to increase to 51% by 2033. Commercial and industrial land is proposed to increase to better support the economy. Public/semi-public land is proposed to decrease slightly while recreation land increases significantly to meet needs. The plan divides the town into zones and allocates land uses to achieve a balanced development across zones.
This document provides a summary of an architectural design project titled "Sustaining Humanities" by Ivy Voo Vui Yee. It includes an introduction to the project titled T.E.H (Technology Entertainment Hub) and its aims to enliven a site in Kuala Lumpur and attract different generations through music entertainment. The document then summarizes the site context and analysis, including issues related to transportation changes, building function changes, and changes in activities over time. It provides site maps, diagrams, and climate/wind data to further describe the site and context.
The document discusses plans to transform Kuala Lumpur into a smart and sustainable city through several initiatives. It outlines strategies from the Kuala Lumpur Structure Plan 2020 and Draft City Plan 2020 to develop a dynamic business city, improve connectivity, promote sustainable land use and enhance the city's environment. A key project is the River of Life initiative, which aims to clean up and beautify a 10.7km stretch of the Klang River to create an economic and recreational waterfront zone in the city.
Project 2 : Documentation For A Medium-Sized ProjectBryan Yeoh
This document provides details for Project 2, a proposed food and hang out centre in Taman Titiwangsa, Kuala Lumpur. It includes an introduction to the project, client, and stakeholders. It analyzes the design suitability of the site through a SWOT analysis, PESTLE analysis, and discussion of how the design responds to the site. It also includes sections on project viability, procurement, resource planning, maintenance strategy, risk analysis, and work breakdown structure. Floor plans and a cost estimate are provided. The overall goal is to revitalize the area by providing a new gathering space that promotes quality urban lifestyle and harmonizes with the landscape.
The document summarizes an urban renewal project in the Başıbüyük neighborhood of Istanbul, Turkey. It provides background on urban renewal in Istanbul and Maltepe district. Başıbüyük was an informal settlement that was subject to two urban renewal projects - a 2009 TOKI project that built apartments on a former park, and a 2013 private project. However, both projects failed to adequately address the social and economic needs of the existing community or improve their quality of urban life based on objective and subjective criteria.
Ms. Evelyn Nacario-Castro, head of the MCDCB RPOD PMO and Executive Director of RAFI-EADSC gave a presentation on Mega Cebu. She noted the important role that water plays in competitiveness as it is an important factor which investors, who provide jobs, consider before investing in Cebu. She added that Cebu’s growing population in the urban area creates a larger demand for resources and sources, especially water. The urban area must develop in a smart and sustainable manner in order to maximize the distribution of these resources.
Unplanned urban growth has led to many problems in Klang, Malaysia, including traffic jams, loss of open spaces, pollution, and flooding. As the population increased without proper planning of roads, buildings, and infrastructure, transportation became disorganized, leading to more cars than roads could handle. Development also consumed natural areas and farmland, reducing habitats. Improper infrastructure placement caused issues like water leakage and energy loss. Air and water pollution increased from lack of planning. Floods became more destructive as floodplains were built upon. Wetlands were drained and developed, reducing their ability to absorb floodwaters and filter pollution. Overall, lack of foresight in urban planning negatively impacted the environment, transportation, and quality of life
Unplanned urban growth has led to several problems including increased traffic, loss of open spaces, and pollution. As more buildings and roads are constructed without proper planning, transportation systems become overwhelmed, leading to traffic jams. This sprawl also consumes natural areas and farmland. Additionally, improper infrastructure planning results in inefficient utility networks that waste energy and resources. The concentration of development also causes water and air pollution that negatively impact public health.
Unplanned urban growth has led to many problems in Klang, Malaysia, including traffic jams, loss of open spaces, pollution, and flooding. As the population increased without proper planning of transportation infrastructure, housing, and commercial development, there are now more vehicles than roads can support. Uncontrolled construction has destroyed natural areas and farmland. Improper management of resources, waste, and stormwater runoff has increased pollution and flooding risks. Wetlands and floodplains, which help absorb floodwaters, have been developed upon. Comprehensive land use planning is needed to manage future urban growth in a sustainable manner.
THE METHODS AND PRINCIPLES OF SETTLEMENTS DEVELOPMENT FOR ENERGY EFFICIENT LA...Rusmin R
: This study discusses the concept of settlement development for energy-efficient housing
as one of the elements of the concept of sustainable development. The application of a sustainable
development system in regional planning can be carried out by applying sustainable development
principles such as equitable development, energy saving, ecological or environmental preservation,
economic development which focuses on improving performance, and maximizing the absorption
of community participation in the development process. In this case, humans must manage society
and its own products, especially settlement. Hence, applying aspects of sustainable development in
the conventional practice of regional planning is an important approach to reach sustainable settlement around the world. Moreover, the study of the application of this development concept is not
only in the scope of the local plan as settlement, but also in the scope of the subdivision plan as
neighborhood. Therefore, this study aims to study several existing reference concepts to find the
methods and principles of energy-efficient and sustainable natural settlements that are suitable for
application in the zone of Bintan island, Indonesia.
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Content
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1. Introduction
2. Land – Use Planning Principle
2.1. Introduction
2.2. Record & Evaluate
2.3. Preserve the Culture
2.4. Conserve Open Space & Environmental Features
2.5. Recognize & Calculate
2.6. Set Limits
2.7. Conclusion
3. Issue & Solutions to Land Use Planning in Kuala Lumpur
3.1. Overpopulation
3.2. Urban Character
3.3. Conservation
3.4. Architectural Character
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Introduction
Humans alter the environment and that a growing population makes land-use planning necessary
Land is distinguished in a way it supports boundless resources. It is also classified as a non-
renewable resource. As the world advanced, human society progressed and grow, thus utilizing
and altering lands in the process to accommodate growing human “needs” and “requirements”,
Hence, it is through thorough land-use planning that we are able to utilize this limited resource to
its maximum efficiency, prioritizing both human and environmental needs and considerations.
Land Use Planning Principle
Introduction
Many problems can be solved with proper land use planning. It is a process by which a
society, through its institutions, decides where, within its territory, the different socioeconomic
activities such as agriculture, housing, industry, recreation, and commerce should take place.
Arthuro - the needs of the population - is the central driving force that requires land use decisions
to be made. Each groups have their special interests, therefore, there are several principles and
processes that guide land use decisions.
Record and evaluate
First of all, a land’s unique
geographical and geological features
have to be evaluated and its data
recorded. This is to determine the
importance of a certain area and the
collection of all data regarding the
advantages and disadvantages of the
site. For Kuala Lumpur, its geography is
characterized by a huge valley, it is
243.65km2 wide, known as Klang
Valley, bordered by the Titiwangsa
Mountains and is separated from
Selangor. (Cox, 2013)
Based on Figure 1, the land use
of Kuala Lumpur was recorded. The
areas were all categorized into
residential, commercial, industrial,
unused land, etc. Facilities,
infrastructure and utilities were also
indicated on the map in order to have a
more thorough evaluation of Kuala
Lumpur city center and to come up with
further development of the area as
shown in figure 2 & 3
Figure 1: Land Use in KL (DBKL, 2004)
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These maps show how data
recording and evaluation is critical for future
development plans - it indicates the area’s
opportunities and strengths- so the aspects
which can be improved are clear, e.g.
transportation, linkages, facilities, etc.
Preserving the Culture
Secondly, is the
preservation of unique cultural and
historical features of an area. The
culture, customs, arts, social institutions
and achievements of all races in the area
should be maintained in its original or
existing state. In Kuala Lumpur, there are
many landmarks and architectures which
mark the cultural and historical
achievements of the nation.
The Sultan Abudul Samad
Building is indeed a significant one
because it is located right in front of the
independence square, which marks the
achievement of Independence of
Malaysia’s from British colonial rule. It
currently acts as a tourist attraction,
intended not only for Malaysians to learn about history but also to spread the history, culture and
heritage of the nation towards global indication. This would help in tourism development. Thus,
laws have been implemented to restrict development in these areas so to preserve it. There are
also groups active in promoting and providing support to local cultural agendas.
Figure 2: Kuala Lumour Development Strategy Plan (DBKL, 2004)
Figure 3: Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Jalan Raja (Kogler, 2003)
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Conserving Open Space & Environmental Features
Moving on, is the conservation of open space and environmental features. This
refers to the interrelation of the protection and conservation of a particular land and water to its
development. Nowadays, environmental issues are really critical and highly taken care of,
therefore open spaces and environmental features in a city make a lot of difference. Figure 5
shows the data recorded by DBKL; the distribution of neighborhood ,local parks, children’s
playgrounds, soccer fields, public swimming pools and tennis courts; these facilities create bonding
space for people and also preserve nature.
Figure 4: Distribution of Cultural Heritage (DBKL, 2004)
Figure 5: Open Spaces, Recreational & Sports Facilities, 2000 (DBKL, 2004)
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Recognize & Calculate
Recognize and calculate the additional changes that will be required to accommodate
lateral land use. This is to identify issues that has been encountered before and not to repeat
mistakes when making changes. When a new housing development is done, services like water
and power stations are constructed to manage the usage of the population. Planning for mixed
housing and commercial use of land in proximity to one another should be done beforehand. Shop
lots should be constructed to have restaurants, mini markets, etc. for the convenience of shopping,
services and necessities of the population in that selected area. These services should be within
walking distance not automobile dependent.
Next, the planning for a variety of transportation options is also essential. Public
transportation should be connected for the entire city, instead of concentrating on the urban areas
like KL city central itself, to decrease traffic jams. This will reduce the number of cars to person
ratio by causing the public to favor public transportation over private transportation.
Figure 6: Distribution of open spaces, recreational and sports facilities (DBKL, 2004)
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Set Limits
A well-planned development requires
setting limits and managed growth, together with
compact development patterns and restrictions.
Skyscrapers and commercial buildings should not
be developed outside of the city central itself. This
is because the city should not be all urban - without
a boundary maintaining the suburban site, like
housing, causing trouble to the life of the population
nearby. Planning of the city and services therefore
should be done with proper planning before any
problems can occur.
Figure 7: Planning Standards for the Provision of Community Facilities, (DBKL, 2004)
Figure 8: Distribution of Office Buildingby Status (DBKL, 2004)
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Figure 10: Distribution of Educational Facilities, 2000 (DBKL,
2004)
Figure 11: Distribution of Health Care Facilities, 2000
(DBKL, 2004)
Figure 12: Distribution of Security & Emergencies
Facilities, 2000 (DBKL, 2004)
Figure 9: Distribution of Religious Facilities, 2000 (DBKL,
2004)
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Lastly, is the encouragement of development within areas that already have supportive
infrastructure as to minimize the duplication of resources.
Infrastructure including electricity, phone, sewerage, water and transportation, and service
industries like shopping, restaurants, entertainment, schools, hospital and police are essential to
support a healthy population. Development should be made within an existing area nearby so that
these same services, already available, need not to be developed for a completely new area, thus
saving available resources which can be instead channeled for further development.
Conclusion
Land use principles are really important for the development of a city, all data recorded and
tabulated are reference to further development so that changes made in the future will progress
according to the needs and the sake of the area.
Figure 14: Location of Sewage Treatment Activities, 2000 (DBKL,
2004)
Figure 13: Location of Transfer Station & Waste Disposal Site,
2000 (DBKL, 2004)
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Issues & Solutions to Land Use Planning in Kuala Lumpur
Issues: Overpopulation
Factors That Leads to Overpopulation
A demographic structure of the Malaysian population started to change in according to the
changes in the national economic system. The factor that leads to increase population in Kuala
Lumpur are classified into a few migration waves as stated below:
In the 18th
century, it is primarily the immigration of Chinese tin miners due to discovery of tin
mines in Ampang. This caused the population in KL to hit 4000 people in 1887.
After World War 2, Kuala Lumpur was converted as Malaysia's central administration and
economy federal territory, causing a migration of foreigners mainly Chinese and Indian to
Malaysia, thus an increase in population from 15.1% during British colonization period to 18.9%
After Independence, from 1957 – 1980, economy monetary was introduced. During that period,
Malaysia underwent major economic structure shift from farming and mining to industrial based
economy, causing step increase in population
Traditional economic system is against the colonial economic system, it stresses on Agriculture
rice fields in rural areas. However, since the economy turned to industrial development, the roles of
the city become so important in the economic development of the country. This situation caused
plenty of jobs available in rural areas become less and it attracted the attention of the people in the
rural area to migrate to the city. This lead to the main situation of Kuala Lumpur, overpopulation.
The main problem of overpopulation is the number of people limited and the inadequate
housing. As an alternative, they open a settlement known as illegal squatters. The main problem of
housing developments is that they build squatter houses on the site that does not belong to them.
When this situation occurs, the development of the city will experience a shortage of land in the
centre of the city for the construction of the building. Water and electricity supplies limited provided
by the authorities on the basis of this article to the residents of squatters because local authorities
are not able to provide sufficient housing to the residents of the city. Now, the number of squatter
settlements have been grew so large and it becomes part of the image of the city of Kuala Lumpur,
especially during the 1980s as the Government was not able to eradicate this problem because the
total number of proper housing that can be offered is limited. (Hassan, 2005 )
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Figure 15: Chart showing Core & Urban Population of Malaysia from year 1980 – 2010 (Cox, 2013)
Solution of Overpopulation
It is essential that the principles mentioned in the previous topic needs to apply in urban
planning in needs to solve overpopulation. These are the development strategies the government
had made to lower down the rate of overpopulation. We need to ensure complete and integrated
city linkages which is the public transportation takes up a major factor of overcrowding in the city
center. This resolve the problem on people depending on private mobility to get to one place to
another which causes severe traffic congestions. The authorities should also take a critical look at
some of the choked roads during peak periods. A simple example is to extend Jalan Sri Hartamas
1 to be connected to Sprint Road to avoid congestion at the former and to the road leading to Desa
Sri Hartamas. Steps to be taken to install "smart" traffic lights to allow more time for roads with
heavier traffic. (Salleh) KL needs a suitable and complete system network which provide road
accessibility and high quality public transportation service in major routes that provides a seamless
transportation system. Public transportation is one of the solution towards overpopulation, it not
only cut down on the cost of fuel on private modality, it also helped in improving the traffic and
decrease the rate of air pollution in the city center. The cheap cost of public transportation make
travelling in a city a lot easier.
The functional distribution of centers and facilities should be done according to the needs of
the population based on their interests and urban planning wise. Shopping centers, restaurants,
etc. commercial and housing areas are planned wisely based on the population in the city center
area and also urban and sub urban area, these areas have proper report on the facilities and
centers suggested based on the study on the population. (Hassan, 2005)
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Situation: Urban Character in each area in the city
The main identity areas in the
City Centre are broadly defined as
eight sectors, each with their own
specific characteristics. These areas
have grown partly as a consequence
of natural landform, the hills and the
river valleys and partly, as a
consequence of human intervention,
notably the eastern area. The main
identity areas are indicated in FIGURE
3.6. Over time, development has led to
a gradual deterioration in the definition
of these identity areas. In particular,
new infrastructure such as roads and
the LRT system have not been
sensitively integrated into established
character areas.
Issues:
Lack of definition of identity
areas; and Major new infrastructure
which is not, in some instances,
sensitively integrated with the overall
urban design pattern.
Situation: Conservation
At present, the preservation and conservation programme covers historic buildings and
landmarks through the formulation of policies and guidelines, evaluation of planning applications
and advice to developers, owners and agencies involved in conservation works. The programme
has been successful in preserving and conserving important buildings, but the maintenance of the
character of conservation areas has been less successful.
Issue:
Deterioration in the character of conservation areas.
Figure 16: Urban Character Areas in the City Center (DBKL, 2004)
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Solution:
The character of the older urban areas in the City Centre such as Chow Kit, Jalan Petaling, Jalan
Bukit Bintang, Bukit Ceylon and Pudu shall be preserved and the infrastructure and building quality
and general living and working environment upgraded. Conservation and preservation plans for
heritage areas will promote a pedestrian friendly ambience and maintain the rich diversity of street
pattern and building vernacular that these areas display.
Situation: Architectural Character:
The rapid recent growth of the City has resulted in many exciting new developments with a wide
range of architectural expression. However, the developments have often been insensitive to their
context and have not integrated successfully with the surroundings. This lack of harmony and
awkward juxtaposition of buildings is particularly noticeable at street level.Many of the new high-
rise buildings also pay scant regard to the tropical climate or take appropriate measures to
conserve building energy. Architectural expression is, with a few notable exceptions, neither
evocative of Malaysia’s cultural • background nor its tropical environment.
Issue:
Unsympathetic intrusion of new development into traditional character areas and the awkward
juxtaposition of new development in relation to each other and existing development; and design of
many new buildings is not sympathetic to the climate.
Solution:
To maintain and accentuate important views, building height controls shall be adopted that, as a
general principle, start at low rise from the edge of the City Centre and rising towards the centre.
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