1. G E O G R A P H E R
C A F E
PREPARED BY:
ALLEN TAN HOANG YAP 0329469
CHIN SHEE WEI 0322499
LIM WOO LEON 0322180
SUKESHSHEF RAMANCHANDRAN 0327162
PREMDYL SINGH SHADAN 0321979
QUAH KENG YEW 0322893
FOO JI SUN 0323550
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M E L A K A
M A L A Y S I A
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2. G E O G R A P H E R C A F E M E L A K A
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3. HISTORY1.1
History of Geographer Café
The Geographer Café was originally Mei Jing Kopitiam in 1994. It sits on a corner as a pre-war building, which to this
day is Lot. 83. In 1999, construction and renovation was carried out to enhance the characteristics of the building.
Geographer Café opened on the 9th of August in the year 1999, officiated by the Chief Minister of Melaka on 27th of
January 2000. In the year 2005, Geographer Café launched a new extension, the new wing next door, lot no. 81.
These two lots are located in the heart of Old Melaka, on the corner of Jonker Walk (Jalan Hang Jebat) and Jalan Hang
Lekir.
The street where Geographer Café sits along has not always been what it is today. Up until the year 1998, Jonker
Street was an eerie streets it was surrounded by funeral parlours, casket shops and dilapidated shop houses. The
street was eerie, empty and lifeless.
Geographer Café was an attempt in 1999 by Mr. Peter to bring new life to Melaka. Seeing that lot 83 was not utilised
well, Mr. Peter persuaded his director to allow him to renovate lot 83 into what is now known as the Geographer Café.
It was not successful at first, but slowly it started attracting the attention of tourists as well as the locals. Thus, new
life was given to Jonker Street.
4. BUILDING OWNER1.2
Mr Peter Tseng
Mr Peter Tseng he is not only the owner of the Geographer Cafe but he also
owns a Logistic company in Melaka. When he was young he always has a
dream of owning a cafe and bar business so he bought up a few shoplots in
Jonker Street and started the business in 1999.
15. SITE CONTEXT2.1
KEY PLAN
Chen Hoon Teng Temple
Built in 1645, Chen Hoon Teng
Temple is the oldest functioning
temple in Malaysia
Dutch Square (Stadthuys)
Built by the Dutch in 1650, now
home to Malacca’s Christ Church
and History Museum.
Sri Poyatha Moorthi Temple
The oldest Hindu temple in
Malaysia and one of the oldest
functioning Hindu temples in
Maritime Southeast Asia.
Masjid Kampung Kling
Built in 1748, The architectural
design of the mosque is a cross
between Sumatran, Chinese,
Hindu, and the Malacca Malay.
16. SOCIO-CULTURAL ANALYSIS2.2
FESTIVAL AND CELEBRATIONS
Every festival is worth remembering as it calls for celebration where it is normally marked as a holiday from different religion,
tradition or nation. Throughout the year, people in Malacca celebrate different festivals like :
• Festa de San Pedro
• Malacca Carnival
• Palm Sunday
and similar to the other states they also celebrate, which are far more common :
• Chinese New Year
• Thaipusam
• Malaysia Festival
• Moon Cake Festival.
17. SOCIO-CULTURAL ANALYSIS2.2
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is celebrated in either January or February depending on the Lunar calendar. This festival lasts for 15 days where
every Chinese family gather on the eve of Chinese New Year to have family reunion dinner. Family members travel from near and far
to join their family for the reunion dinner as it is the start of a new year The sky will be filled with colours when all the fireworks are
released once the clock strikes 12 to usher in the new year. Besides, there will also be lanterns released into the sky with new year
resolution written on them. According to the tradition, it is better for the Chinese to wear red on Chinese New Year especially the first
day as it is good luck.
18. SOCIO-CULTURAL ANALYSIS2.2
Thaipusam
Thaipusam is a festival celebrated by the Hinduism. Although the number of Hindu is minor, Malaccans still celebrate this festival.
Over a million Hindus gather in various temples around the nation to celebrate Thaipusam every year. The exact date of this important
event is based on the full moon day in the month of Thai in the Hindu calendar which normally falls in January or February. Thaipusam
celebration is dedicated to the Hindu deity Lord Murugan, the youngest son of Shiva and Patvati. Thaipusam is the biggest festival for
Hindus after Deepavali and usually falls in January or February. It is observed as a day of thanksgiving and paying penance for Lord
Murugan. In many states in Malaysia, Thaipusam is a public holiday. Devotees prepare themselves for the occasion by cleansing their
bodies through fasting and abstinence, and usually observe a vegetarian diet for a certain period of time. Many devotees began paying
penance a few days before the actual festival, with the carrying of the kavadi on their shoulders and milk pots carried above their
heads
19. SOCIO-CULTURAL ANALYSIS2.2
Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday is a festival celebrated by the Portuguese-Eurasian community. The celebrations are unique to them and faithfully
observed every year at St Peter’s Church. These processions and traditions were introduced by Augustinian monks in 1587. During
the Palm Sunday procession, life-size wooden statues of Christ carrying the Cross of Mother Mary of Sorrows are carried in a
candlelight procession. These processions scenes are repeated on Good Friday with the inclusion of three boys playing the role of
three Marys standing at the foot of the cross while singing a mournful Latin dirge. Also introduced during the procession is the Dead
Lord statue mounted on a wooden bier.
20. SOCIO-CULTURAL ANALYSIS2.2
Malacca Carnival
Malacca Carnival is a celebration that lasts for a month and showcases traditional dances and a variety of expositions covering local
tourism, industry and art. The Malaccans celebrate this festival throughout the whole of August with performances such as singing
and dancing which are related to their culture in order to celebrate the independence of their country. During this festival, they
promote the art and culture of the country by combining them into performances . Besides, boating and windsurfing competitions are
available whole month long as a way to celebrate this festival. It’s been part of the city’s cultural landscape since 2009 after melaka
received UNESCO’s nod in 2008
21. SOCIO-CULTURAL ANALYSIS2.2
Mid Autumn Festival
To the Chinese, Mid-Autumn Festival means family reunion and peace. The festival is celebrated when the moon is believed to be
the biggest and fullest. To the Chinese, a full moon is a symbol of prosperity, happiness, and family reunion. It is the second most
important traditional festivals after Chinese New Year which falls on either September of October depending on the Lunar calendar.
During this festival, the Chinese celebrate by having mooncakes and lanterns. It is a celebration to admire the moon as it is a
harvest festival with origins in moon worship. The main traditions and celebrations include eating mooncakes, having dinner with
family, gazing at and worshipping the moon, and lighting lanterns. On that night, children will be carrying their lanterns or hanging
them on tree branches. A glance through every house of colourful lanterns lightening the whole neighbourhood is a blessing.
22. SOCIO-CULTURAL ANALYSIS2.2
Malaccan culture and heritage
While Malacca has a multiracial population of Malays, Chinese and Indians reflecting the overall racial make-up of Malaysia, it is the Peranakan
and Portuguese culture that is still practised by a few descendant communities that attracts visitors
The Baba Nyonyas
Peranakans are descended from Chinese migrants who first came to Malacca
many centuries ago. Adopting Malay customs and cultures, theirs is a unique
heritage unlike any other. Peranakans are also referred to a 'Straits Chinese'. It
is still a subject of debate whether the Peranakans actually intermarried with the
local Malay population or maintained a pure bloodline, but most are said to be of
Hokkien ancestry. 'Babas' refer to male Peranakans while 'Nyonya' refer to
females. Peranakans also settled in Penang, the only other state than Malacca.
The Portuguese
When the Portuguese conquered Malacca in 1511 and ruled for 130 years, a few
stayed behind and formed a fishing community that has lasted till today. As
devout Catholics, they celebrate various festivals dedicated to their religion
which can be witnessed throughout the year in their settlement the Portuguese
Square. Portuguese intermarried with the local population and are now
collectively referred to as Portuguese-Eurasian or 'Kristang', but they still
maintain their traditional surnames such as 'Sequiera' and 'Lopez'. Usually, they
speak a distinct language which is a Creole (fusion of two languages) based on
Portuguese and Malay. The 3000-people large Portuguese community in
Malacca are a merry bunch.
23. SOCIO-CULTURAL ANALYSIS2.2
Rebirth of Jonker Street
Before the opening of Geographer Cafe, Jonker Street was empty and lifeless. The street is eerie and empty. Surrounded with funeral
parlours and casket shops, people do not like to go to Jonker Street. Shop houses on the street were not taken care of and was left in
a bad state.
Due to the state it was in, Jonker Street almost faced demolition. To prevent that from happening, Geographer Cafe started placing
tables and chairs on the street, increasing the flow of patrons on Jonker Street. Other coffee shops along the street followed.
The increase in number of people on Jonker Street prevented its closure. People started selling items and food on the street, which
formed the now famous Jonker Walk.
Jonker Street before Geographer Café opened. Geographer Café placing tables and chairs on the street.
24. SOCIO-CULTURAL ANALYSIS2.2
Current Jonker Street
Jonker Street located in the centre street of Chinatown. It is a busy
and lively street during night. It is filled with tourists every day,
especially Friday, Saturday and Sunday, there is a night market starts
on Jonker Street. The street is packed will tourists and locals buying
food and items.
In the morning till afternoon, tourists pass by Jonker Street when
sightseeing and looking for food. They take photos of the buildings
that can only be found in Melaka.
View of Jonker Street from Geographer Café.
Jonker street is empty and lifeless during
morning and afternoon.
Stall that selling small accessories in front of
Geographer Café.
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25. SOCIO-CULTURAL ANALYSIS2.2
Activities along Jonker Street
Jonker Street where during the day it is filled with quaint antique
shops, charming cafes, beautiful boutique hotels and trendy trinket
stores.
While at night, Jonker Street is transformed into the ever famous
Jonker Walk Night Market where cultures collide with many street
vendors from various races open up their booths selling tantalizing
local dishes and all sorts of gadgetry and knick-knacks galore from
selfie sticks to nyonya shoes, portable air purifiers to hand-made
souvenirs that will make any shopaholic glee with excitement.
26. SOCIO-CULTURAL ANALYSIS2.2
The Jonker Walk Night Market is also popular amongst the busking
community where they are encourage to perform at any corner of
Jonker Street in the efforts to attract more tourist. Jonker Street at
night is a feast for the eyes with its many colorful lanterns and light
that decorates the building.
Besides being held as the heritage hub of Melaka, Jonker Street also
offers many interesting modern attractions such as the Melaka River
Cruise which takes visitors along the Melaka River and the famous
Hard Rock Café Melaka. Jonker Street is truly the pride of Melaka and
if you have the opportunity to visit, you will find the experience very
heart throbbing.
Lanterns and lights that decorated along
Jonker Street.
Stage at the end of Jonker Street where
people just getting up and sing.
Melaka River Cruise
27. SOCIO-CULTURAL ANALYSIS2.2
Activities in Geographer Café
Geographer Cafe is now a famous dine-in restaurant and top
cafe in Melaka. Tourists enjoys the Melakan culture in the cafe
that overwhelms its cosy decorum. The architecture of
Geographer Cafe signifies its spiritual and cultural aspects of
the olden days.
The mixture of Asian and Western trends can be seen here
through the architecture of the building, the food, the music as
well as the cordial atmosphere around the cafe. The seating
arrangement in the cafe is placed so that customers are able to
enjoy the beauty of Jonker Street while enjoying their food and
drinks.
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29. ARCHITECTURE STYLE3.1
GEOGRAPHER CAFÉ IS AN AWARD WINNING, CORNER
LOT BISTRO WITH LOTS OF FLAIR FOR A MALACCAN
NIGHTLIFE JOINT. THIS BUILDING HAS MANY
INFLUENCES OVER THE YEARS, OF CULTURE AND
HISTORY, WHICH IS DEPICTED IN THE ARCHITECTURAL
LANGUAGE OF THE BUILDING WITH THE MIXTURE OF
STYLES FROM DIFFERENT ERAS SUCH AS CHINESE,
DUTCH, FRENCH AND PORTUGUESE. THE MIXTURE OF
GOOD ASIAN AND WESTERN PUB GRUB, AN ECCENTRIC,
LAID BACK YET WARM ATMOSPHERE, GREAT MUSIC
AND FRIENDLY SERVICE ARE THE SOLE REASONS THIS
CAFÉ IS THE HEART OF JONKER STREET.
30. ARCHITECTURE STYLE- LOT 833.2
● GEOGRAPHER CAFÉ (LOT 83) IS A STRAITS ECLECTIC STYLE
BUILDING. ECLECTICISM IS A 19TH
AND 20TH
CENTURY
ARCHITECTURAL STYLE IN WHICH A SINGLE PIECE OF WORK
INCORPORATES A MIXTURE OF ELEMENTS FROM PREVIOUS
HISTORICAL STYLES TO CREATE SOMETHING THAT IS NEW
AND ORIGINAL.
● IN ARCHITECTURAL LANGUAGE OF SHOPHOUSES, THESE
ELEMENTS MAY INCLUDE A FUSION OF STRUCTURAL
FEATURES, FURNITURE, DECORATIVE MOTIVES, DISTINCT
HISTORICAL ORNAMENTATION, TRADITIONAL CULTURAL
MOTIFS OR STYLES FROM THE EAST AND THE WEST. THIS
MIXTURE IS USUALLY CHOSEN BASED ON ITS SUITABILITY
OF THE PROJECT AND THE OVERALL AESTHETIC VALUE.
● THE WINDOW AWNINGS LOCATED AT THE EXTERIOR CORNER
OF THE BUILDING ARE BUILT WITH CONCRETE AND
GEOGRAPHER CAFÉ IS THE ONLY BUILDING THIS BUILDING
STYLE IN THE AREA.
31. ARCHITECTURE STYLE- LOT 813.3
● As for Lot 81, it is an early shophouse which dates back to the 1600s. It
was built when Melaka is under the ruling of the Dutch.
● The building is much compact compared to its neighbours and had a
simple façade.
● It can be easily recognised from its covered walkway and small windows
on the first floor.
● The windows located on the first floor are French louvered windows
with a pair of full-length timber shutters, paired with a rectangular
transom.
● Geometric floor motifs dominate the interior and exterior of the café.
They are made of terrace-cotta clay tiles which are one of the common
features in the Straits Eclectic-style shophouses.
32. ARCHITECTURE ELEMENTS3.4
WINDOWS
FUNCTION TO VENTILATE THE SPACE THROUGH FAÇADE, INTO INTERIOR SPACES WHICH FACES
THE STREET.
TRADITIONAL LOUVERED WINDOWS WHICH AID VENTILATION, BUILT USING TIMBER.
FRENCH STYLE OPENINGS PROVIDE FULL VIEW OF JONKER STREET. ALLOWS NATURAL
LIGHTING INTO INTERIOR SPACE.
AFTER RENOVATION IN 1999, GLASS PANELS WERE ADDED AS ANOTHER LAYER TO PREVENT
ANY DAMAGES TO THE INTERIOR SIDE OF THE BUILDING.
33. ARCHITECTURE ELEMENTS3.4
DOORS
THE ENTRANCE IS AN OPEN CONCEPT CORNER ACCESS, WHEREBY IT REVOLVES AROUND THE
ENTIRE CORNER OF THE BUILDING.
DOORS USED ARE WELL MAINTAINED METAL FOLDING DOORS THAT ENVELOPES THE CORNER
PERIMETER ON THE GROUND FLOOR.
THE POSITIONING OF ITS FOLDING DOOR RESPECTS ITS PUBLIC BY MAINTAINING THE
ARCADE/WALKWAY SPACES.
34. ARCHITECTURE ELEMENTS3.4
DUTCH AWNINGS
ONE IS A ABLE TO SEE THE LIFE OF JONKER STREET BY LOOKING THROUGH THE FIRST FLOOR
WINDOWS WHICH IS CAPPED WITH A TYPICAL DUTCH AWNING.
THIS AWNING IS MADE OUT OF PURE CONCRETE, THUS IT IS STIL IN GOOD CONDITION AFTER
ALL THESE YEARS.
IT MAINTAINS THE ORIGINALITY OF THE BUILDING WHEREBY PRESERVING THE STRUCTURAL
IDENTITY OF GEOGRAPHER CAFÉ.
THREE DUTCH AWNINGS ARE LOCATED ALONG THE LINEAR SIDE OF THE CAFE AND THEY ARE
WELL PRESERVED TILL TODAY WITH CONSTANT MAINTENANCE SUCH AS REPAINTING AND
SEALING CRACKS.
35. ARCHITECTURE ELEMENTS3.4
AIR WELL
ONE OF THE MAIN DEFINING CHARACTERISTICS OF A
SHOPHOUSE IS THE WELL-LIT AIR WELL THAT INTRODUCES
NATURAL DAYLIGHT INTO THE INTERIOR SPACES AS WELL AS
KEEPING THE BUILDING VENTILATED WITH NATURAL AIR.
OLD BUILDINGS LIKE GEOGRAPHER CAFÉ ARE BUILT NEXT TO
EACH OTHER SEPARATED BY PARTY WALLS, CAUSING LACK OF
WINDOWS.
THE AIR WELLS ARE MAINLY BUILT IN BETWEEN INTERVALS OF A
LINEAR SHOPHOUSE TO REPLACE THE WINDOWS THE BUILDING
LACKS.
THESE AIR WELLS ARE SPACES FOR VENTILATION PURPOSES AS
WELL AS A WATER CATCHMENT AREA. COLLECTED WATER USED
HERE IS USED FOR HOUSEHOLD ACTIVITIES.
GEOGRAPHER CAFÉ ENHANCES THIS FEATURE BY ALSO ADDING
GREENERIES. PLANTS ARE PLANTED IN THE AIR WELLS WHERE
USERS ARE ABLE TO EXPERIENCE RELIEF INDOORS HENCE
CREATING AN INDOOR COURTYARD.
36. ARCHITECTURE ELEMENTS3.4
IN THE GEOGRAPHER CAFÉ, THE ARCHES ARE SUPPORTED BY THE COLUMNS ON BOTH
SIDES, FORMING A COVERED WALKWAY.
THE ARCADE PROVIDES SHELTER FOR THE PEDESTRIANS FROM THE SUN AND RAIN.
TABLES AND CHAIRS ARE PLACED IN THE ARCADE TO PROVIDE MORE SEATS FOR THE
CUSTOMERS ESPECIALLY DURING LUNCH AND DINNER TIME.
ARCADE
37. ARCHITECTURE ELEMENTS3.4
STAIRCASE
THERE ARE TWO STAIRCASES IN THE GEOGRAPHER CAFE. THE FIRST, A
HALF LANDING STAIRCASE WHICH IS LOCATED IN THE NEW WING AND
SECONDLY, A WINDER STAIRCASE WHICH IS LOCATED IN THE OLD WING.
THE BRICK WALLS ONLY PROVIDE MINIMAL SUPPORT FOR BOTH
STAIRCASES. BOTH STAIRCASES ARE FULLY CONSTRUCTED WITH TIMBER.
FOR THE HALF LANDING STAIRCASE, MATERIAL USED IN ELEMENTS OF
STAIRCASE WERE MADE OUT OF TIMBER FINISHING SUCH AS RISERS,
TREADS, HANDRAILS AND BALUSTERS.
38. THE WINDER STAIRCASE WAS CONSTRUCTED WITH MODERN VERTICAL
RAILINGS WITH A NARROW GAP IN BETWEEN AS A PROTECTION FOR
CHILDREN WHEN THEY ASCEND AND DESCEND THE STAIRCASE.
MATERIALS SUCH AS TIMBER IS WIDELY USE TO ENHANCE THE WARMTH
AND IT ALSO HARMONISES THE ATMOSPHERE. THIS ALLOWS THE USER
TO FEEL THE STABILITY WHILE MOVING AROUND FROM SPACE TO SPACE.
ARCHITECTURE ELEMENTS3.4
STAIRCASE
39. THE PILASTER IS USED TO AND ENHANCE THE
APPEARANCE OF A SUPPORTING COLUMN, AND TO
ARTICULATE AN EXTENT OF WALL, WITH ONLY AN
ORNAMENTAL FUNCTION. IT CONSISTS OF A FLAT
SURFACE RAISED FROM THE WALL SURFACE, IT IS
USUALLY TREATED AS THOUGH IT WERE A COLUMN,
WITH A CAPITAL AT THE TOP AND PLINTH AT THE
BOTTOM.
PREVIOUSLY WHEN THIS CORNER LOT WAS KNOWN AS MEI
JING KOPITIAM, THERE USED TO BE AN AIR HOLE. THE AIR
HOLE PROVIDES PROPER VENTILATION AND CIRCULATION,
HOWEVER DURING THE RENOVATION, A 38-INCH GLOBE
WAS CUSTOM- MADE TO COVER IT. INSIDE WE SEE ONE
HALF OF THE GLOBE AND THE OTHER HALF OUTSIDE. THE
GLOBE SHINES DURING THE DAY BECAUSE OF SUNLIGHT. IT
IS ALSO LIGHTED UP AT NIGHT.
ARCHITECTURE ELEMENTS- ORNAMENTS3.5
PILASTER GEOGRAPHER GLOBE
40. A CORNICE IS GENERALLY ANY HORIZONTAL
DECORATIVE MOLDING THAT CROWNS A BUILDING OR
FURNITURE ELEMENT OR AROUND THE TOP EDGE OF
A PEDESTAL. THE FUNCTION OF A PROJECTING
CORNICE IS TO RUN RAIN WATER OFF THE BUILDING’S
WALL. A CORNICE NORMALLY HAS A DECORATIVE
ASPECT WITH IT. IN THE GEOGRAPHER’S CAFÉ, THE
CORNICE IS PLACE ALONG THE FACADES ON THE
SURFACE OF THE BEAMS.
CORBELS WERE FIRST USED IN MEDIEVAL
CATHEDRALS. THEY WERE BOTH ARCHITECTURAL AND
INTENTIONALLY USED AS A TO CARRY A SPECIFIC
LOAD OF A BUILDING OR STRUCTURE. IN
GEOGRAPHER CAFÉ, THE CORBELS FUNCTION TO
SUPPORT THE LOAD OF THE PITCHED ROOF.
ARCHITECTURE ELEMENTS- ORNAMENTS3.5
CORNICE CORBELS
41. THE VENT BLOCK IS A CONCRETE STAR BREEZE-SHAPED BLOCK
SUITABLE FOR NON-LOAD BEARING MASONRY. ITS GENERAL MOTIF IS A
STAR SHAPE WITHIN A SQUARE. THE STAR BREEZE BLOCK CAN ALSO BE
LINKED MORE BROADLY TO THE TRADITION OF THE BRISE SOLIEL,
WHICH REFERS TO ANY KIND OF SUN BAFFLE INSTALLED OUTSIDE THE
SKIN OF THE BUILDING. SINCE THE STAR BREEZE BLOCKS ARE NOT
USUALLY STRUCTURAL, THEY WERE OFTEN USED AS ORNAMENTS TO
DECORATE A WALL.
IN GEOGRAPHER CAFÉ, THESE STAR BREEZE BLOCKS CAN BE FOUND
ONLY IN THE OLD WING TOILET AND ALONG THE OLD WING STAIRCASE.
IT ALLOWS NATURAL SUNLIGHT TO SHINE INTO A SPACE. THESE STAR
BREEZE BLOCKS ALSO IMPROVES THE VENTILATION OF A SPACE.
ARCHITECTURE ELEMENTS- ORNAMENTS3.5
VENT BLOCKS
42. G E O G R A P H E R C A F E M E L A K A
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43. STAINS3.1
FOOTSTEP OF INCOMING VISITORS OVERTIME WHICH CAUSE UNWELCOMING APPEARANCE WHILE MOVING TO ANOTHER
SPACE. THIS CAN BE REMOVED BY CLEANING IT FROM TIME TO TIME. ELEMENTS LEFT BEFORE GEOGRAPHER CAFÉ, WERE
KEPT AND PRESERVED TO ENHANCE THE SIGNIFICANT FEATURES OF THE BUILDING. OVERTIME, WEATHER CAUSE THE
ELEMENTS TO DIFFER FROM ITS ORIGINAL APPEARANCE.SOME STAINS CAUSED BY INSECTS WASTE AND DUST ARE HARD TO
REMOVE AS THEY ARE USUALLY FOUND IN HARD TO REACH AREAS.
1 2 3
4 5
45. RUST3.2
MAINTENANCE ARE NOT MADE FREQUENTLY MAY CAUSE RUST TO FORM ON METAL SURFACES.
SEVERELY RUSTED ITEMS SHOULD BE REPLACED FOR SAFETY PURPOSES. OTHER METAL SURFACES
SHOULD BE COATED WITH ANTI-CORROSION PAINT TO PREVENT RUST.
1 2
1
2
46. PEELING PAINT3.3
A BUILDING WOULD REQUIRE NEW COATS OF PAINT EVERY FEW YEARS. IN GEOGRAPHER CAFÉ,
SOME PAINT HAS PEELED OFF OVER TIME, LEAVING SOME SPOTS WITHOUT ANY PAINT. THIS
AFFECTS THE OVERALL ATMOSPHERE OF A SPACE.
1 2
1
2
47. FADING COLOURS3.4
COLOURS ON THE FLOOR, WALLS OR FURNITURE MAY FADE OVER TIME DUE TO MANY REASONS SUCH AS
FRICTION, UV RAYS OR CHEMICAL REACTIONS. THIS CAUSES MANY PLACES IN GEOGRAPHER CAFÉ TO LOSE
ITS ORIGINAL CHARM, MAKING IT FEEL DIRTY AND UNCOMFORTABLE.
1 2
1
2
48. CRACKS3.5
BAD WORKMANSHIP DURING THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE BUILDING OR OTHER EXTERNAL FACTORS MAY
CAUSE CRACKS TO FORM ON THE WALLS. SOME OF THESE CRACKS MAY BE SUPERFICIAL WHILE SOME
MAY AFFECT THE STRENGTH OF THE BUILDING. ANY OF THESE CRACKS WOULD AFFECT THE APPEARANCE
OF A BUILDING.
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50. PRECEDENT STUDY4.1
YENG KENG HOTEL ALLOWS GUESTS ANOTHER REASON TO LOVE PENANG,
MALAYSIA. ONCE AN ANGLO-INDIAN BUNGALOW RESIDENCE IN THE 1800S, WAS
RESTORED AND NOW ONE OF THE BEST-RESTORED PROPERTIES IN GEORGE
TOWN.ELEGANT AND STYLISH, OUR 19 ROOMS AND SUITES GUARANTEE COMFORT
AND EXCLUSIVITY. EACH ONE FEATURES VINTAGE FURNITURE AND WOODEN
PANEL FLOORS.
THE ANGLO-INDIAN BUNGALOW BELONGED INITIALLY TO SHAIK EUSOFFE BIN
SHAIK LATIFF AN INDIAN-MUSLIM FAMILY AND REMAINS UNIQUE IN CHULIA
STREET FOR NOT BEING RELEGATED TO THE REAR OF A ROW OF SHOP-HOUSES
BLOCKING ITS FACADE. IN 1897, TRUSTEES OF THE CANTONESE CLUB ‘YING HAN
PIT SHU’ BOUGHT THE BUILDING ON BEHALF OF THE ASSOCIATION, LATER
DONATING IT TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE STRAITS CHINESE BUILDING ASSOCIATION
IN 1939. THE BUILDING WAS LATER LEASED TO YENG KENG HOTEL. HOO KIM
PROPERTIES SDN BHD, THE PRESENT OWNER OF THE RENEWED YENG KENG
HOTEL, TOOK OVER ITS CONSERVATION AND UPGRADE LAST MARCH 2009. THE
PROPERTY WAS COMPLETED A YEAR AFTER IN APRIL 2010.
YENG KENG HOTEL
51. PRECEDENT STUDY4.1
SINCE ITS OPENING IN 2011, CHINA HOUSE (唐人厝) HAS COMPLETELY
REDEFINED PENANG'S CAFÉ ARENA. IN FACT, CHINA HOUSE IS MORE THAN JUST A
CAFÉ: IT IS A BAKERY-CUM-WINE BAR-CUM-ART
GALLERY-CUM-LIBRARY-CUM-ETC. AND AS IF THIS ISN'T IMPRESSIVE ENOUGH,
CHINA HOUSE HAS THREE EATERIES WITH SEPARATE MENUS. LOCATED BETWEEN
BEACH STREET (LEBUH PANTAI) AND VICTORIA STREET (LEBUH VICTORIA), CHINA
HOUSE IS THE LONGEST CAFÉ IN PENANG, MEASURING APPROXIMATELY 400 FEET
(120 METERS) FROM END TO END. CHINA HOUSE CONSISTS OF THREE ADJOINING
BUILDINGS WHICH ARE LINKED TOGETHER BY A CENTRAL COURTYARD. CHINA
HOUSE CAN BE ENTERED FROM EITHER STREET.
CHINAHOUSE
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