This site plan summarizes key information about Site A, a location along Teluk Bahang Beach in Penang, Malaysia. The site is surrounded by forest and beach, and measures 100m x 200m. Existing structures on site include a shelter, shower room, restroom, and campsite near the jetty. Pedestrian, vehicular, and animal circulation patterns are also outlined. Key views into and from the site are described, including views of the beach, ocean, and surrounding vegetation. Climate data such as temperature, humidity, wind patterns, and rainfall are provided to inform site design. Building materials and infrastructure considerations like trails, signage, and water supply are discussed.

1. S I T E
P L A N

2. A
Site A
Location : Teluk Bahang. Penang
Dimension: 100m x 200m
Surrounding Context: Forest /
Beach

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8. SECTION B- A
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9. C L I M A T E

10. Average Land Temperature: 27°C
Average Sea Temperature : 29.5°C
Average Sand Temperature : 25°C
Average Humidity : 80%

11. 5 principles to understand the wind direction and
speed:
•Velocity
•Direction
•Pressure
•Convection (density & temperature)
•Venturi effect
Convection diagram:
As shown in the diagram, air (wind) flows from the forested
area on the hill site to a meadow will tend to rise. It is due to
air in the meadow is exposed to more solar radiation, hence
making the air less warmer and dense.

13. Penang is hilly area therefore it has regional variation in weather.
Dry Season : December to March
Wet Season : April to November
Wind Direction
May to September : from southeast, below 15 knots.
November to March : from the northeast, around 10-20 knots.
Monsoon Seasons in Penang
April to May
September to October.
Average Rainfall is 240-400mm. During this period, no outdoor activity is
allowed.
*What is monsoon? It refers to the rainy phase of a seasonal changing
pattern due to the reversing wind accompanied by corresponding changes in
precipitation.

14. Average Rainfall
400
Amount of rainwater, mm
350
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Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Month

15. Low Tide

16. High Tide

20. V I E W S

21. MAJOR VIEWS INTO THE
SITE

22. A
A - Major view to site from the sea (Travelling by boat)
MAJOR VIEWS INTO SITE

23. A
View to Site from
Sea

24. B
B – From the Beachside
MAJOR VIEWS INTO SITE

25. b
View from
Beachside

26. C
C - From the Arrival area after hiking (Sandy + Minimum trees)
MAJOR VIEWS INTO SITE

27. C
View from Arrival Area

28. MAJOR VIEWS FROM THE
SITE

29. RANGER WATCH TOWER
AREA
COASTAL WATCH TOWER
AREA
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

30. COASTAL WATCH TOWER
AREA

31. POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE
VIEWS
4
1
2
3
1. View of Beachside (“Ru” trees)
2. Pleasant view of the Ocean
3. View of jetty (under construction) & of incoming boats
4. A view of Minimum trees (Towards turtle breeding ground, Presence of Ambung-Ambung trees)
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

32. 1. View of Beachside (“Ru” trees)
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

33. “RU” Trees (Oak Trees)
Oak Tree
- Has taproots root type, which grows deep
underground, seeking a dependable supply of
moisture.
- Traps and holds the soil in position, preventing
mudslide or soil erosion of the beach.
- Provides shades for human activities below the tree.
- Suitable for rough house construction.
oak TREE
Proportion of human scale to oak tree.
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

34. POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE
VIEWS
4
1
2
3
1. View of Beachside (“Ru” trees)
2. Pleasant view of the Ocean
3. View of jetty (under construction) & of incoming boats
4. A view of Minimum trees (Towards turtle breeding ground, Presence of Ambung-Ambung trees)
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

35. 2. Pleasant view of the Ocean
An overview of the beach from the shelter area, a
pleasant panoramic view without obstruction.
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

36. POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE
VIEWS
4
1
2
3
1. View of Beachside (“Ru” trees)
2. Pleasant view of the Ocean
3. View of jetty (under construction) & of incoming boats
4. A view of Minimum trees (Towards turtle breeding ground, Presence of Ambung-Ambung trees)
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

37. Negative View
3. View of jetty (under construction) & incoming boats
A not so pleasant view of the beach due to the construction
of the jetty, considered an eyesore the visitors.
Also the view of many incoming boats to the shore can be
quite an unpleasant view.
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

38. POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE
VIEWS
4
1
2
3
1. View of Beachside (“Ru” trees)
2. Pleasant view of the Ocean
3. View of jetty (under construction) & of incoming boats
4. A view of Minimum trees (Towards turtle breeding ground, Presence of Ambung-Ambung trees)
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

39. 4. A View of Minimum trees
Towards the turtle breeding ground & the presence of
Ambung-ambung trees.
A shady area with trees as landscape.
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

40. RANGER WATCH TOWER
AREA

41. POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE
VIEWS
2
1
Positive Views
1. View of Campsite/Campers
2. View of Forest/Jungle
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

42. 1. View of Campsite / Campers
A 180⁰ view of the campsite along with the campers.
An empty ground mainly for the purposes of
camping, widely used for human activities.
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

43. POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE
VIEWS
2
1
Negative
Views
1. View of Campsite/Campers
2. View of Forest/Jungle
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

44. 2. View of
Forest/Jungle
A 180⁰ view of the back of the campsite, jungle and part
of the hiking trail.
The views are mainly blocked by the tall trees all
around, obstructing a clear view of the hiking trail.
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

45. Ascending Order of the
Height of the Trees
Campsite Area
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

46. A Proportional Scale of
the Jungle Trees to Average Human Size
Meranti
Jelutong
MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

47. QUALITY OF VIEWS

50. QUALITY OF

51. POINTS OF INTEREST

52. YELLOW - RANGER WATCH TOWER
Has a 360⁰ view of the campsite and the jungle.
The empty land aids in the view of the
ranger, ensuring the protection of the campers.
RED - COASTAL GUARD TOWER
The position along the beach ensures a clear
view of the jetty, shelter and the turtle breeding
ground, of these are the responsibilities of the
coastal guard.
In case of emergency, it creates easier access to
the shelter, jetty and the turtle breeding ground
as well as the lake.
POINT OF INTEREST ON SITE

53. B
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EXISTING STRUCTURE

54. LOCATION OF EXISTING
BUILDINGS
CAMP SITE
SHELTER
SHOWER ROOM
RESTROOM

55. RESTING AREA (THE HALL)
• It is built with an open space with no walls around it to show the scenery and activities that
take place.
• For a large group of one-day trip visitors.
• A good place to have group activities.
• Easy to get on and off the beach.
• Why is it located there?
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The Northeast area of the beach has lower altitude so when high tide, sea water will cover the entire beach
The Southwest is prohibited to have any human activities as it is the breeding ground for the turtles.

56. SIZE OF BUILDINGS ACCORDING TO
HUMAN SCALE
The Hall
Shelter

57. CAMP SITE
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Public area, no walls, no tall structures, experiencing the sense of nature.
Located near the jetty as these two points are actually the path of the main traffic.
It allows people to get on and off the beach.
Located away from the lake to reduce the air humidity as well as mosquitoes and other bugs.
A big flat ground covered with soil for people to do such activities.

58. SIZE OF BUILDINGS ACCORDING TO
HUMAN SCALE
Kitchen
Table and Chair

59. WHY IS IT BUILT LIKE THIS?
• It is built with an open space with no walls around it to show the scenery and
activities that take place.
Example: -Sound of the wave and the leaves waving just like they are whispering in the forest.
-Activities that take place around such as animals roaming around the area, tourist having picnic, birds
viewing and many more.
-Feel the space that the nature can provide.
-Some of the place along the beach area has a different altitude compared to the normal ground level.

60. WHAT KIND OF COLORS AND
MATERIALS DID THEY USED?
• The materials used in this area are cheap and easy to attain.
• The colors used are mainly to suit the surroundings such as the color of the soil and
wood (brown).
WOOD AND CEMENT AS THE
BASE
CONCRETE AND STEEL
STRUCTURE
WOOD IS WRAPPED WITH
ROPE FOR RESISTANT AND
REINFORCEMENT
The material they used would mostly be found in the forest around it.
Example: - Timber, ropes and some steel and concrete for reinforcement.
In order for the animals to not see it as an alien object , the materials are all nearly made to be of the same texture
(wood texture).

61. STRUCTURE OF THE BUILDING
The joints between each section is carefully calculated and measured so that it will last
longer and can withstand everything the nature is able to throw at.
Example: - Monsoon season, drought, high salt content, soft earth foundation.
The building style also allows natural sunlight and wind to penetrate the inner side of the building.
Besides, the materials used have been reduced due to the simple columns and roof structure.
Questions that should be asked before designing:Example:- What harm will they cause towards the environment?
- Will the animals feel threatened?
- What will the visitors think of the structure?

62. MATERIALS
COLOR SCHEME

63. I N F R A S T R U C T U R E

64. TRAIL
One example is the nature trails, which is used by people learning about the natural world.
Many trails are designated day trails, meaning that they are generally used by people out for a
short hike, less than a day. Some trails are designated backpacking trails, or long-distance
trails, and are used by both day hikers and backpackers.
Under high flow
conditions, water runs over
the roadway. The slot drain
covers is constructed as one
of the walkway.
Concrete paving has also
been used for what it offers
in night- time
visibility, environmental
friendliness, and low
maintenance.
Stairway trails are another
way to ascend higher slopes.
The stairs are constructed by
making cuts in the
dirt, concrete and
manufactured wood.

65. SIGNAGE
The main purpose of a sign is to communicate, to convey information such that its receiver
can make cognitive decisions based on the information provided. In general, signs can be
classified into the following functions:
(a)Information: signs giving information about services and
facilities, e.g., maps, directories, instructions for use, etc.
(b) Direction: signs leading to services, facilities, functional spaces and key areas, e.g., sign
posts, directional arrows, etc.
(c) Safety and Regulatory :signs giving warning or safety instructions, e.g., warning
signs, traffic signs, rules & regulations, etc.

66. SAFETY
Major advantages of trail lighting includes: prevention of accidents and increase in
safety.
There is some three-strand twisted natural
fibre rope along the steep trail, which is
designed to stretch under load in an elastic
manner in order to absorb the energy
required to arrest a person in free fall
without generating forces high enough to
injure them.

67. WAT E R
There is an elevated water tank beside the camp site. The water tank
provides storage of water for drinking, fire suppression, food preparation
as well as many other applications.

68. C I R C U L A T
I O N

69. Pedestrian Circulation Pattern

70. Pedestrian Circulation Pattern
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Operating hours for registration: 8am- 6pm
Peak season: Saturdays, Sundays & School holiday
Family outings, school & cooperate camps
Average of 300 visitors
Limitation of 100 visitors at campsite
Night activities for campers are allowed with pre-registration.

71. Vehicular Circulation Pattern

72. Vehicular Circulation Pattern
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Boat as the main vehicle
Traffic prohibited beyond the jetty
No specific boat schedule
Booking is required

73. Animal Circulation Pattern

74. Animal Circulation Pattern
• Turtles are sensitive towards light
• Attracted by pokok abung