This project management report summarizes a proposed urban farming center to be built on a parking lot next to Central Market in Kuala Lumpur. The report outlines the project introduction, proposed programming, site introduction through SWOT and PESTLE analyses, and an assessment of the project's viability through objectives, goals, success criteria, and identification of key stakeholders. The client, Kha Seng Group, aims to revitalize the area by introducing urban farming and educational programs to engage the local community while promoting sustainability. The 16-month project has a budget of RM5 million.

1. PROJECT MANAGEMENT REPORT
(MGT 60403/ ARC 3612/ ARC 3614)
NAME : ADIBAH BAHIAH AWANG
ID : 0316318
TUTOR : MS ALIA AHAMAD
DATE : JULY 2017
Marks for 3 component : 1. ______/10 2.______/10 3.______/10
TOTAL : ______/30
PROJECT : PROPOSED URBAN FARMING CENTER, ON PASAR SENI PARKING LOT,
JALAN HANG KASTURI, KUALA LUMPUR.

2. 00 CONTENT
01 INTRODUCTION
1.1 PROJECT INTRODUCTION
1.2 CLIENT
02 PROPOSED PROGRAMME
2.1 URBAN FARMING CENTER
2.2 OBJECTIVE
03 SITE INTRODUCTION
3.1 INTRODUCTION
3.2 SWOT ANALYSIS
3.3 PESTLE ANALYSIS
04 PROGRAMME VIABILITY
4.1 PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
4.2 PROGRAM GOALS
4.3 SUCCESS CRITERIA
4.4 STAKEHOLDERS
05 DESIGN STRATEGY
5.1 KEY FEATURES
5.2 SPATIAL PROGRAMMING
06 MAINTENANCE STRATEGY
07 RISK ANALYSIS
08 WORK BREAKDOWN STRUCTURE
09 GANTT CHART

3. 01 INTRODUCTION
The design brief calls for a proposal of an Urban Farming Center,
along Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, in Kuala Lumpur. The site is located
right next to Central Market- hence the aim of the design is to build
an extension of the building, which was originally a wet market, in
hopes of reactivating the space by pulling in local communities to
run the center. The project also aims to reshape the city, in hopes of
reducing the heat island effect, as well as changing lives by
introducing small scale farms to reduce carbon footprint and change
the unsustainable lifestyle of the local people. It will also apply the
hydroponic planting system, which utilizes water from the river and
discharges clean water back into it. The main program of the
building should consist of urban farms and a marketspace that
distributes its produce to the community. Supplementary programs
include a farm to table themed restaurant, as well as offices and a
workshop for visitors.
Basic requirements from the client ;
• Openness and transparency, to allow the activities within the
building to reach out to the public
• Visual permeability and walkability to Central Market not
disrupted.
• Lightweight structure, and open plan concept
• Smooth accessibility and circulation between farms and
distribution centers
• Replace existing plaza from the site to allow public activities to
take place.
• Connectivity to the Klang River
• 20-30 parking spaces for visitors
1 . 1 P R O J E C T I N T R O D U C T I O N 1 . 2 C L I E N T
The Kha Seng Group Sdn Bhd is a privately owned conglomerate of
companies that has acquired a few notable properties in the area of Kuala
Lumpur. They began venturing into property development when they first
acquired the Central Market building in 2004 – which completely
transformed the fate of the world heritage site. The biggest impact of the
acquisition is the transformation of the building into a world renowned
tourist attraction and shopping destination, without compromising the
original purpose of the building, which was to hold the nations art, culture
and heritage.

4. 02 PROPOSED PROGRAMME
The over commercialization and development of the area results in
the loss of sense of space. The over-reliance on tourism therefore
makes it almost irrelevant to the local people. What was once a
market that served the people are now not even being used by the
local community. The lack of greenery in the area also creates an
issue of comfort and walkability. The loss of sense of space also
stems from the decreasing number of locals in the city. The absence
of the local community results to the lack of attachment to the city,
therefore creating more of a visitor center, rather than a livable
city.
The idea is to bring in farms into the city in order to create a more
self sustaining/liveable city. It acts as a center for the production
and distribution of local fruits and vegetables, and an education
platform for the future generation.
The introduction of urban farming into the city also creates a sense
of awareness in sustaining the environment. The major role of the
center is to also educate visitors, locals, tourists and especially
children the importance of leading a sustainable lifestyle in order to
ensure the future of the city.
2 . 1 U R B A N F A R M I N G C E N T E R 2 . 2 O B J E C T I V E
• To revamp the area of Central Market and reinstill the sense of
belonging in the area.
• To expand the role of Central Market by introducing new programs
which is both interactive and educational to attract people to the area.
• To provide a public space that further encourages interaction between
communities.
• To transform Central Market into a one stop center that meets the
peoples needs.

5. 03 SITE INTRODUCTION
The proposed site is located directly in front of Central Market, which is currently
an open air carpark, approximately 3852 sqm after setback. The Klang River flows
on the west of the site which then overlook high rise buildings such as Daya Bumi
and an upcoming City Point. The traffic along Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock is
exceptionally busy during peak hours and is even more congested sue to on going
construction activities. The area also has a high percentage of pedestrians travelling
from the Pasar Seni LRT station to nearby attractions such as Petaling Street, Pudu
and Dataran Merdeka.
3 . 1 C E N T R A L M A R K E T, K U A L A L U M P U R
3 . 2 S W O T A N A LY S I S
WEAKNESS
• Located right in front of Central Market
which may potentially block its frontage.
• LRT lines blocking connectivity to the
river
• Highly congested traffic
STRENGTH
• Highly accessible by all modes of
transportation
• Strategically located along a prominent
road that is highly visible to public
• Good vantage point to other parts of
Kuala Lumpur
OPPORTUNITIES
• Potentially create a proper
connection from Central Market to
the Klang River
• Introduction of green spaces that
acts a stopping point/major node
THREATS
• Numerous on going construction
may disrupt the comfort of users
on site
• River are prone to flooding, flood
prevention methods to be
considered

6. 03 SITE INTRODUCTION
3 . 3 P E S T L E A N A LY S I S
ECONOMICAL
The main source of income of Central Market mainly depends on the
tourists that visits the area, as it has less attachment t the local
community. Located on a prime site, rental rates have sky rocketed due
to the increasing value of the site. Over dependency on tourism may
eventually hamper the development of Central Market as it is not being
supported by the local people.
POLITICAL
Uncoordinated development in the area that is not properly monitored
by the government is a major issue that affects the quality of space in
general. Authorities such as DBKL, and companies like AECOM, ROL,
PEMANDU and Think City are not working hand in hand in carrying out
future developments of the area.
SOCIOLOGICAL
The area is made up of a very diverse community. Locals, tourists,
foreign workers are all congesting the area with very little control. With
high traffic also comes problems pertaining social issues and security.
TECHNOLOGY
The use of technology is of utmost importance in developing the area
further. Technological advancement is needed to clean and utilize the
river properly.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Pollution of the river is one of the biggest issue faced by the city. The
lack of awareness of the people and the increase in construction works
in the area is also contributing to a lot of existing environmental
problems.
LEGAL
Besides the basic regulations set out by DBKL, new regulations are also
being imposed in parallel with the River of Life project. Standardization
of signage, pathway finishes and building façade are some of the
requirements that should be taken into consideration.

7. 04 PROGRAMME VIABILITY
4 . 1 P R O J E C T O B E C T I V E S
• To ensure the quality of the project and fulfil the clients brief
• To ensure smooth management of the project
• To reduce the risks of the project throughout the given timeframe
• To ensure the project will be delivered on time, within given budget
and of the best quality
4 . 2 P R O J E C T G O A L S
• To aid client in ensuring smooth management of the project, with
established and highly experienced team members.
• To ensure the consistency of the operation of the proposed building,
with consistent production and distribution of fruits and vegetables to
the public
• To encourage the community to adopt a healthier lifestyle through
education that takes place within the program proposed and further
impact the food industry of the nation.
4 . 3 S U C C E S S C R I T E R I A
QUALITY
The final product should meet the requirement of the client, but at the
same time do not compromise the architecture values of the building. It
should also be completed within the timeframe and budget allocated
without compromising it’s quality. Due to the sensitivity of the program in
dealing with plants and living beings, it is crucial to observe and control the
quality of the building materials to ensure the success of the program upon
completion of the project.
TIME
The time frame given for the project is within a period of 16 months, from
1st of May 2017 to 9th of September 2018. The given time is sufficient as
the proposed project utilizes prefabricated structures and materials. The
entire project will be executed according to the work breakdown structure
and Gantt chart laid out to ease and ensure smooth flow of the project.
COST
The budget allocated for the proposed project is RM5 million, fully funded
by Kha Seng Group Sdn Bhd. It encompasses pre construction costs,
construction costs and building operation and maintenance. Locally sourced
materials are an important element to ensure that the project effective.
Besides that, the implementation of natural design strategies are also used
to reduce the cost of building operation in the future.

8. 04 PROGRAMME VIABILITY
4 . 4 S T A K E H O L D E R S
DEWAN BANDARAYA KUALA LUMPUR
The Kuala Lumpur City Hall is the city council that administers the city of
Kuala Lumpur. It ensures the the development of the city which covers
aspects relating to cleanliness, public transportation, city beutification,
public housings, public amenities, legislations, etc.
THINK CITY
Think City is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Khazanah Nasional Berhad. It
works closely with local governments, international agencies and various
local communities, building effective partnerships and enhancing
capacity along the way.
RIVER OF LIFE
The River of Life Public Outreach Programme (ROL-POP) is a programme
to foster partnerships and to improve attitudes and behaviours of target
groups to reduce pollution in the Klang River, Malaysia. The main
objective of ROL-POP is towards river care and preservation in order to
improve water quality and reduce pollution within the project area
KHA SENG GROUP (CENTRAL MARKET)
a privately owned conglomerate of companies that has acquired a few
notable properties in the area of Kuala Lumpur. They began venturing
into property development when they first acquired the Central Market
building in 2004 – which completely transformed the fate of the world
heritage site.
LOCAL COMMUNITY
The local community in the area merely pass through
Central Market to get to other areas and has very little
attachment to the existing site.
TOURIST COMMUNITY
The site highly depends on the tourist community to
ensure generation of profit.
VENDORS/STALL OWNERS
The stalls parked outside of Central Market attracts a
significant number of visitors from the building and in
the area.
TAXI
The taxi point outside of Central Market is a prominent
feature as their main target users are mostly tourists.

9. 05 DESIGN STRATEGY
5 . 1 K E Y F E A T U R E S
PUBLIC REALMS
One of the main aim of the building is to also expand its architecture
the public realm. The building was elevated to free up the ground
space in order to give back to the community. Plazas were also inserted
to reach out to its surrounding areas of Kasturi Walk and the river of
Life. Open floor plan systems are adopted to give a sense of
transparency to the building, allowing users to freely explore the
spaces.
GREEN SPACES
The entire building functions as a huge plot of green space that is
lacking in the city. The introduction of farms and green spaces will
reduce the heat island effect of the city and naturally cool down the
area. A public park on the ground floor allow users to gather and
socialize while still being educated about the purpose of the building
and the importance of farming.
LIGHTWEIGHT STRUCTURE
The absence of solid walls allows visual permeability to Central Market.
The lightweight structure of the building also poses an inviting feeling
to visitors and allows the activities inside to be seen to public on the
streets.
Green spaces utilized to cool
down the building
Farms orientated to maximize
sun exposure
Loose floor plan encourages
cross ventilation
Water recycling system from
Klang River

10. 05 DESIGN STRATEGY
5 . 2 S P A T I A L P R O G R A M M I N G
The programs are separated vertically according to its function and user groups. The privacy of the building increasing as it progresses upwards,
however the transparency of the building remains the same. The ground floor intends to serve the public, as an open park that can be used by
passersby in the area. The first floor opens up to a commercial space, consisting of markets and an organic restaurant. The second floor consists of
management and handles the operational aspects of the building. Finally, the top most floor acts as the core of the building, which holds a majority of
the farms, overlooking the public activities below.
FIRST FLOOR, NTS SECOND FLOOR, NTS THIRD FLOOR, NTS

11. 06 MAINTENANCE STRATEGY
6 . 1 P R O G R A M M E M A I N T E N A N C E
ELEMENTS FREQUENCY STRATERGY
FARMS
• Farming structures
• Farming equipment
• Tools and machinery
• Living plants
• Quarterly
• Monthly
• Quarterly
• Daily
• To ensure farming structures are durable and safe to be used
• To ensure farming equipment are safe to be used and to be replaced when
necessary.
• To ensure tools and machinery are well functioning and safe to be used
• To ensure the quality of produce by closely monitoring the quality of plants.
MANAGEMENT
• Office equipment
• Furniture
• Quarterly
• Annually
• To ensure equipment such as computers and printers are well maintained.
• To ensure furniture are of good condition and are comfortable to be used.
RESTAURANT
• Kitchen equipment
• Tools and machinery
• Furniture
• Quarterly
• Quarterly
• Annually
• To ensure equipment such as computers and printers are well maintained.
• To ensure tools and machinery in the kitchen are safe to be used
• To ensure furniture are of good condition and are comfortable to be used.
MARKET
• Stalls
• Market equipment
• Daily
• Monthly
• To ensure the cleanliness of the stalls for the comfort of the user
• To ensure equipment such as trolleys and storage boxes are well maintained and
safe to be used.
PARK
• Planter box
• Pavement/walkway
• Pond
• Benches/seating areas
• Living Plants
• Monthly
• Weekly
• Weekly
• Annually
• Daily
• To ensure planter box are still usable and are to be replaced if damaged
• To ensure the cleanliness of the pavements and the walkway
• To ensure the cleanliness of the pond by having weekly clean ups
• To ensure park equipment are safe to be used by the public
• To ensure the quality of the plants by monitoring the daily
The main program of the building consists of vegetable farms, which needs proper care and maintenance to ensure the quality of its produce. Other
major spaces such as markets and communal dining needs frequent maintenance as it is expected to be a high traffic area.

12. 06 MAINTENANCE STRATEGY
6 . 2 B U I L D I N G M A I N T E N A N C E
Frequent maintenance is required in order to ensure smooth operation of the building. Mechanical system needs to be monitored regularly and public
spaces should be regularly cleaned and equipment to be replaced when necessary.
ELEMENTS FREQUENCY STRATERGY
SERVICES
• Mechanical ventilation system
• Water Pump system
• Piping utilities
• Lifts
• Refuse chamber
• Quarterly
• Monthly
• Annually
• Bi-annually
• Monthly
• To ensure mechanical systems are running smoothly for the comfort of the people.
• To ensure the quality of the water by frequently monitoring the water pump.
• To ensure no defects or leakages are present.
• To ensure smooth and safe operation of the lifts
• To ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of the refuse chamber
BUILDING
• Building fenestration
• Green wall
• External walls
• Flooring
• Annually
• Weekly
• Annually
• Daily
• To ensure the fenestration is well maintained and to be replaced when necessary
• To ensure the quality of the living plants on the wall by closely monitoring it
• To ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of the external walls
• To ensure the cleanliness of the floors for the comfort of the people

13. 07 RISK ANALYSIS
RISK NAME LIKELI-
HOOD
SEVERITY EFFECT MITIGATION CONTIGENCY
PROJECT DESIGN PHASE
Design proposal not
approved by client
Medium Medium Constant amendments with the
proposal will cause clients to lose
interest, and affect reputation
Really take into consideration of
the clients requirements and
negotiate when necessary
Provide multiple proposals to allow
client to have options
Client is indecisive and
keep changing design
scheme
Medium Medium Constant amendments with the
proposal will delay the project, due
to the inability to finalize design
scheme
Set a specific timeframe on when
to stop making amendments to
the design scheme
Project manager to ensure that the
client is aware and is on track of the
project schedule and the current
progress of the project
Preliminary drawings not
approved by authority
Medium High Delay in project schedule due to the
inability to proceed to construction
phase
Ensure that all drawings sent for
approval are thoroughly checked
and fulfill all the requirements by
the authority
Revise preliminary drawings and
make amendments when necessary
to comply with DBKL requirements
CONSTRUCTION PHASE
Delay in construction
works due to weather
conditions
High High Delay in construction works will
prolong the the time of the
completion of the project, which will
also affect the cost
Apply for permit to prolong
working hours to compensate for
the rain and increase manpower
when necessary
Project manager to keep track of
the project schedule and inform the
client if there is a need for an
extension of time
Affect existing parking
space of Central market
High High The entire existing parking space will
be taken up by the construction site,
leaving no parking space for Central
Market visitors.
Give notification of
closure/partial closure of parking
space prior to construction works
and provide alternative parking
spots nearby
Project manager to ensure that the
client is aware of the notice and will
be able to help in dealing with
upcoming issues/problems
Shortage of material due
to wastage/improper
planning
Medium Medium Addition of cost to cover up for
insufficient material
Ensure that there are sufficient
materials ready on site, with
formal agreement with supplier
to ensure the consistency of
material prices.
Project manager to regularly check
the inventory to ensure materials
are not being wasted
7 . 1 R I S K A N A LY S I S & M I T I G A T I O N S T R A T E G Y

14. 07 RISK ANALYSIS
RISK NAME LIKELI-
HOOD
SEVERITY EFFECT MITIGATION CONTIGENCY
BUILDING OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
Poor maintenance of
planting systems and
landscape
Medium High Objective of the program will fail and
it will distribute produce of low
quality
Regularly maintain planting
systems and create a weekly
schedule to ensure the
cleanliness and quality of space.
Building management to closely
monitor and ensure the schedule
created is enforced
Openness of the building
may invite unwanted
visitors
High High Security and privacy of users
inhabiting the space will be
threatened
Enforced a 9am - 6pm operation
hour and increase security
system during closing hours.
Building management to work
together with the auxiliary police in
the area to make regular rounds.
Program fails to attract
targeted visitors
Medium High Building wont be able to generate
enough income to sustain
Actively reach out to the public
and frequently introduce new
programs to bring in people
Building management to analyze
target user groups and carefully
plan out proposed weekly programs
7 . 1 R I S K A N A LY S I S & M I T I G A T I O N S T R A T E G Y

15. 08 WORK BREAKDOWN STRUCTURE
U R B A N F A R M I N G C E N T E R , K U A L A L U M P U R
CONSTRUCTION PHASE
POST-
CONSTRUCTION PHASE
PRELIMINARY
Mobilization
Dilapidation
Survey
Setting Out
Site Levelling
Hoarding &
Signboard
FOUNDATION
Soil Excavation
Piling of
foundation
Insertion of RC
footing
STRUCTURAL
Ground Floor to
Third Floor
Steel Beam,
Columns
Composite Decking
Slab
Staircase
Load Bearing Brick
Wall
Steel Roofing
Structure
RC Lift Core
Internal Walls &
Partition
Installation of Doors
and Windows
ROOFING
Gutter &
Drainage
System
M&E SERVICES
Lift Installation
Fan & Air
Conditioning
Earthing System
Fusebox
Installation
Telephone &
Data System
Light Fitting
Lighting
Protection
CCTV
Installation
Fire Protection
BUILDING
FINISHES
Door Installation
Window
Installation
Floor Finishes
Staircase
Finishes
Sanitary Finishes
Wall Finishes
Ceiling Finishes
EXTERNAL/
LANDSCAPE
Surface Water
Drainage
External M&E
Work
Landscape
Pathway
Landscape
Vegetation
Turfing
Signage
Miscellaneous
PAHSE OUT
Final Cleaning
Inspection and
Handing Over
Issuance of CCC

16. 09 GANTT CHART

17. 09 GANTT CHART