1. SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING & DESIGN
Centre for Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia
Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture)
ARCHITECTURE CULTURE & HISTORY 2 [ ARC 60203]
Prerequisite: Architecture Culture & History 1
Project 2: Web Book (Group & Individual)
6 weeks. Submission Date: 12/11/2014
30% of final marks
Introduction
Klang Valley is a rich source of architectural heritage dated from pre-colonial, colonial, post independence until present times. The
historical richness creates a very vibrant architectural fabric. The modern architecture emerges rapidly from 1950’s to 1970’s as the
economic growth spurs. This follows the international style that spreads across the world in 1930’s to 50’s. However, many historical
modernist buildings may face risk of being demolished to make way for more contemporary buildings. Thus, by recording and
documenting the buildings, we can contribute to preserve the historical evidence of the valuable Modern Architecture in Klang Valley. The
findings are to be compiled in essays and to be submitted using a web book platform. Web book is a publication in digital form, consisting
of text (report), images, or both.
Learning Outcomes
1. Increase understanding on the principle, ideas and contributing factors of Modern Architecture in Klang Valley
2. Able to analyse and identify specific architectural features of Modern Architecture in Klang Valley
3. Able to document architectural heritage in the form of writings, descriptive diagrams and photography
4. Able to create a web book as a mean to publish academic materials
Tasks
Students are to form a group of 5. The group will conduct a research to document the architecture on a selected building. Students are
responsible to ensure that the building is in a good shape and easily accessible. The process of liaising and follow up with the authorities
may take a long time. Therefore, the group must have a backup plan before choosing the building. Each group will have ONE main
selection and TWO alternative selections from the given list. The group is also highly encouraged to choose their own modern buildings
around Klang Valley. Among the buildings that can be chosen are:
1. General Hospital, Kuala Lumpur
2. Stadium Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur
3. Stadium Negara, Kuala Lumpur
4. Sime Darby Building, Kuala Lumpur
5. Menara Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka, Kuala Lumpur
6. Old JKR Building, Kuala Lumpur
7. TNB Headquarters, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur
8. Bangunan Getah Asli, Kuala Lumpur
Architecture Culture & History 2 Project: Web Book
2. 9. Petaling Jaya Civic Centre, Petaling Jaya, Selangor
10. Bangunan Persekutuan, Petaling Jaya, Selangor
11. University Hospital, Petaling Jaya, Selangor
12. Zoo Negara, Ulu Kelang, Selangor
There are three steps to be done in completing the tasks:
1. Report
2. Layout Design
3. Web Book Compilation
1) Report
A report should be written on the findings of the building documentation. You may support the information using on site photos, sketches
and diagrams as evidence and must be properly labeled and captioned. Cite your references if you are using other internet or books as
resources. All photographs taken from the internet should also be properly credited. Please refer to APA system. Avoid plagiarism.
The report can be divided into:
· Introduction (Group Components)
· Introduction
· Fast facts of the building
o Building name, location, function etc ( may provide map & photos)
· History of the building ( cite your reference )
· The Architect
· Main Paragraph (Individual Components) consisting of documentation of Architecture and construction of the chosen building
· Architecture style
o Explain the specific style adopted and the characteristics of the style.
· Building Construction & Materials analysis
o Identify and explain specific materials and construction method used to construct the building.
· Architectural elements / components
o Identify and explain the significant components such as windows, doors, fenestrations, shading, staircase or
other significant elements that can be found in the chosen building. Each building may have different
components. Document the significant components and use photos or sketches as evidence.
· Conclusion (Group Components)
Students are expected to distribute the main paragraph accordingly and equally among all members. This is to ensure each student have
similar emphasis for individual assessment. Students are also advised to check the flow of the essay together even though they are
individually written.
The length of the overall essay should be around 3000 words. Font type: Calibri, Font size: 12, Spacing: 1.5
2) Layout Design
After completing the report, you may design your layout according to your creativity. Choose appropriate colour and font for the heading.
However, the layout design should reflect the spirit of modernism, simple and without unnecessary ornamentation. You may use
Photoshop or other desktop publishing tools. Use A4 size with landscape orientation.
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3. Examples of layout design
3) Compilation of Web Book
Save each pages either as pdf or jpg files and compile them in the web book creator such as In Design Flipping Book Publisher or Adobe
In Design. You may choose the free trial version or the educational version. You may also choose other tools preferred.
The book should contain creative and impressive cover page, linkable table of contents and the subsequent reports. You also need to add
additional hyperlinks to suitable references and resources that may enhance understanding of certain topic.
Upload your web book in any free blogs or documents such as dropbox, issuu.com, flipsnack. Do not put password or time limitation to the
documents. The web book link is to be submitted to TIMeS. Below are some examples.
http://issuu.com/ahjun/docs/chin_woo_stadium?e=0
http://www.flipsnack.com/F9DBCCB8B7A/fu5yh2bg
http://online.pageflippdf.com/jtzt/twly/#p=1
Assessments
There are two components of assessments namely:
1) Group Assessment criteria ( 40 % )
Contents of introduction and conclusion
Organization & mechanics
Design, Visual elements & technicalities
2) Individual Assessment criteria ( 60 % )
Contents of Analysis ( Architectural style, construction and components )
Supportive materials as evidence such as photos, sketches or diagrams
Organization & Mechanics
Please refer to rubric assessment provided
Timeline and Schedule
Please refer to module outline
Architecture Culture & History 2 Project: Web Book
![SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING & DESIGN
Centre for Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia
Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Architecture)
ARCHITECTURE CULTURE & HISTORY 2 [ ARC 60203]
Prerequisite: Architecture Culture & History 1
Project 2: Web Book (Group & Individual)
6 weeks. Submission Date: 12/11/2014
30% of final marks
Introduction
Klang Valley is a rich source of architectural heritage dated from pre-colonial, colonial, post independence until present times. The
historical richness creates a very vibrant architectural fabric. The modern architecture emerges rapidly from 1950’s to 1970’s as the
economic growth spurs. This follows the international style that spreads across the world in 1930’s to 50’s. However, many historical
modernist buildings may face risk of being demolished to make way for more contemporary buildings. Thus, by recording and
documenting the buildings, we can contribute to preserve the historical evidence of the valuable Modern Architecture in Klang Valley. The
findings are to be compiled in essays and to be submitted using a web book platform. Web book is a publication in digital form, consisting
of text (report), images, or both.
Learning Outcomes
1. Increase understanding on the principle, ideas and contributing factors of Modern Architecture in Klang Valley
2. Able to analyse and identify specific architectural features of Modern Architecture in Klang Valley
3. Able to document architectural heritage in the form of writings, descriptive diagrams and photography
4. Able to create a web book as a mean to publish academic materials
Tasks
Students are to form a group of 5. The group will conduct a research to document the architecture on a selected building. Students are
responsible to ensure that the building is in a good shape and easily accessible. The process of liaising and follow up with the authorities
may take a long time. Therefore, the group must have a backup plan before choosing the building. Each group will have ONE main
selection and TWO alternative selections from the given list. The group is also highly encouraged to choose their own modern buildings
around Klang Valley. Among the buildings that can be chosen are:
1. General Hospital, Kuala Lumpur
2. Stadium Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur
3. Stadium Negara, Kuala Lumpur
4. Sime Darby Building, Kuala Lumpur
5. Menara Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka, Kuala Lumpur
6. Old JKR Building, Kuala Lumpur
7. TNB Headquarters, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur
8. Bangunan Getah Asli, Kuala Lumpur
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