This document provides details for an individual assignment on art, architecture, and culture as part of a course. The assignment requires students to research places of interest related to their chosen theme, which is the fusion of Eastern and Western architecture in Malaysia. Students must take photos of old buildings showcasing this fusion and create a postcard series and packaging. The submission includes a literature review, postcards in a coffee table book format, and a compiled PDF. The document outlines objectives, learning outcomes, tasks, assessment criteria, and a tutorial sheet to track student progress in completing the assignment.

2. SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING & DESIGN
Research Unit for Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia
Foundation of Natural and Built Environments
CULTURE & CIVILIZATION (FDES 0815)
Prerequisite: None
Lecturer : Normah Sulaiman . Delliya Mohd.Zain
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Project 3 (Individual Assignment) : Art + Architecture + Culture 40 %
marks Submission date: 3rd June 2014 (Week 17)
Introduction
"What travel teaches us is that we are all essentially the same. There is not a
'them' and an 'us'; there is really only 'us.'" The stunning photographs capture
the theme of places of visit. A good coffee table books serve a number of
purposes: they're decorative, informative, and attractive.
Objectives of Project
1.To introduce the Western and Eastern culture and civilization through an
overview of archeological discoveries, ancient monuments, artworks,
philosophy and achievement of great leaders from prehistoric to present.
2.To show basic skills on enquiry, investigation, application and presentation of
relevant information.
Learning Outcome

3. 1.Able to describe the historical development of human civilization.
2.Able to recall the development of Eastern and Western human civilizations in
the past as well as present.
3.Able to demonstrate good documentation and presentation skills.
Tasks
Part I: You are required to do a literature research on places of interest of
your site visit. From the literature review, you are to study the theme given
and its connection between the historical, architectural and social
aspects of the place. Documenting the right building, spaces and places with
the right content is important in this project. You are advised to work closely
with your tutor to ensure you are on the right track.
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Theme: 1. Food Culture
Kopitiam Street Food Coffee Culture
2. Architecture
Malaysian Architecture Fusion Religious Places Spaces and People
Part II: You are to design a graphical expression of your findings in a
postcard series with a proper packaging that complement the final
postcard design. The postcard series will create awareness and educate your
audience on the subject matter or focus of the study. This includes design &
layout, purpose, content, writing style, colours and etc. You are strongly
encouraged to meet with us regularly for further assistance.
Submission Requirement
Part I: Compilation of literature review in A4 and comb bound format.
(Guidelines of content will be provided during class)
Part II: Coffee Table Book – A5 format size Part III : PDF compilation of
individual work in a CD* with proper cover and information.

4. 2
Assessment Criteria – Individual
General Understanding
Quality of form and level of
execution of understanding the
project brief.
Describes
introduction leads
to excellent
justification and
execution of the
project
Describes
thoroughly with a
good justification
and execution of
the project
Fair introduction
and execution of
the project with
acceptable facts
being discussed
Minimal
discussion on
the important
facts
8.0-10 6.5 – 7.9 5.0 – 6.4 2.5 – 4.9
Content
Thorough research, study,
depth and the effectiveness
way to communicate findings
Evidence of
extensive
research and
study translated
into the postcard
Evidence of very
good research
and study
translated into
postcard
Evidence of
good research
and study
translated into
postcard
Evidence of
minimal
research and
study
translated into
postcard
8.0-10 6.5 – 7.9
5.0 – 6.4
2.5 – 4.9
Creativity
Creativity in preparation,
photos, layout composition and
compilation of content.
The works
presented with a
strong quality of
preparation,
photos, layout
composition and
compilation of
content.
The works
presented with a
good quality of
preparation,
photos, layout
composition and
compilation of
content.
The works
presented a fair
creativity of
preparation,
photos, layout
composition and
compilation of
content.
The works
presented with
minimal
creativity of
preparation,
photos, layout
composition
and
compilation of
content.
8.0-10 6.5 – 7.9 5.0 – 6.4 2.5 – 4.9
Originality
Demonstrated critical thinking
through the theme/concept and
appropriateness of the
Portray excellent
critical thinking
through the theme
and
appropriateness
of the theme
Portray very
good critical
thinking through
the theme and
appropriateness
of the theme
Portray good
critical thinking
through the
theme and
appropriateness
of the theme
Moderate
critical thinking
through the
theme and
appropriatenes
s of the theme

5. theme/concept intended. intended. intended. intended. intended.
8.0-10 6.5 – 7.9
5.0 – 6.4 2.5 – 4.9
TOTAL
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CULTURE & CIVILIZATION (FDES 0815)
Lecturer : Normah Sulaiman . Delliya Mohd Zain
NAME : ___________________________________ ID No :
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FINAL PROJECT: Art + Architecture + Culture TUTORIAL
SHEET
Date Review / Comments
02.05.2014
*Online Submission due
to Public Holiday
My Progress :
Lecturer’s Review :
Progress to date: By this tutorial session, you should show your lecturer all
literature findings related to your theme and concept and places of interest. These
literature findings must be printed out with your own reflection of understanding.
Library research on layout, graphics, colors or photography is a good start. You
must at least have 5 places that MUST BE related to your theme and map out your
findings. DO NOT PRINT BLINDLY CONTENT FROM INTERNET.
Date Review / Comments Sign
08.05.201
4
My Progress :
Lecturer’s Review :

6. Progress to date: By this tutorial session, you progress based from the previous
comments. You should FINALIZE findings related to your theme and concept and
places of interest. You can start taking pictures, once your proposal is approved by
your tutors.
Date Review / Comments Sign
15.05.201
4
Progress to date: By this date, you should start going to the places of your interest
and start taking photos. Please take all personal safety considerations before going
out to take photos.
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Once completed, you need to create an album on PICASA/Google/Dropbox and
share the link with your respective tutor at the ALBUM (not individual pictures).
Please screen, itemize in folders and include related pictures only. There’s no
specific numbers of photos, it may vary from 200 – 400 with the right content.
Date Review / Comments Sign
22.05.201
4
My Progress :
Lecturer’s Review :
Progress to date: By this tutorial session, you progress based from previous
comment from your lecturer. Retake photos and finalize the concept photos to be
used. On the other hand, prepare the content for the postcard. Content can be in a
form of journal / review / diary / findings – most importantly – IT CANNOT BE
COPIED FROM THE INTERNET ESPECIALLY WIKIPEDIA and OTHER
FORMS OF WIKIS’.
Date Review / Comments Sign
29.05.201
4
My Progress :
Lecturer’s Review :
Progress to date: By this tutorial session, you must finalize the design of your
postcard and its packaging. You are advised to have a mock print of your postcard
using the right paper and printed in color.

7. Artworks must reach printers at least a week before to avoid any
miscommunication and mistakes on the printing output. Please consider time
management and business pattern of the selected shops.
GOOD LUCK!
Submission Date: 3rd June 2014 Time: 2.00- 3.00 pm Venue :
Academic Suite, Block C – Level 9
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8. Research
Theme
Theme for this assignment, I chose fusion architecture. In detail, my theme is the fusion
of eastern and western architecture. Enhancing the beauty of eastern and western
architecture in Malaysia.
Concept
My concept for this assignment is the ‘old building’ of fusion Eastern and Western
architecture. In Malaysia, you can find lots of Eastern and Western architectural
building. I did a research on what type of building and where should I look for, most of it
are old buildings. I chose majority old building because I love the design and the details.
Moreover, when you observe the building you can see the design its mixture of Eastern
and Western Architecture.

9. Summary of my research
We were given a mapping template. So we need to complete the template by
deciding the Theme, Concept, and Place for us to do a research on and take a picture of
that certain building. My theme was fusion of Eastern and Western Architecture and
concept was old buildings. At first, my I chose Penang as my place to do the research and
take pictures for my postcards because we were having class trip to Penang . Penang is
full of old buildings and eastern and western building. Especially, George Town area. I
went around and took some pictures. But in the end, It was not that satisfying. Then, I
decided to change my place to Selangor because I can’t travel back to Penang. I did some
research I just noticed that there are also lots of eastern and western especially old
buildings. I went to the Old High Court, Kuala Lumpur Railway Station, The Old City
Theatre, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church ( to take picture of Kuala Lumpur Tower)
Putra Mosque, Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Perdana Putra Building, Wesley Methodist
Church. Majority of these buildings that I chose are almost 100 or over 100 years old
except for Putra Mosque and Perdana Putra building. Before going to the places, I did
some research like google and I did an interview to the worker at City Theatre. It was
actually a coincidence we went there and took some pictures and he saw us. He
approached us and asked where we’re from and stuff. Then, he told us a bit about the
building around the area. How did I travel? I did this project by hitchhiking my friend’s
car. So most of our places are almost the same. I had so much fun traveling around
Selangor as I can get to know more about Selangor and its history. It is really interesting
especially at night. You can see the reflection of the lights to the buildings. After taking
picture of the buildings, we edited it and do it in a postcard format. Then, after finalizing
everything, we printed the postcard. The postcard was kept in nicely designed packaging.

10. Draft photo and layout printing
draft photo
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The Tower's architecture reflects the country's
Islamic heritage with the construction detailing
Arabic Scripts, Islamic tiles, classic Islamic
floral and abstract motifs and soothing color
combinations. The KL Tower has been designed
to achieve an overall glass arranged in the
traditional Islamic form of the "Muqarnas”
The KTM headquarters (Bangunun KTM
Berhad), just opposite the railway station,
was completed in 1917. It was designed by
AB Hubback in Mughal-style architecture
just like the railway station.

11. It is located on the main hill in Putra
Jaya, and was built in 1997. The
buildings in the complex are
influenced by Malay, Islamic and
European architecture, hence its
unique look.
Wesley Methodist church Gothic
built of this church from the year
1903

12. Situated at the center of Jalan Raja,
the Sultan Abdul Samad Building
holds a unique design mooted by
A.C. Norman. The building bears
Moorish influences with a blend of
local culture and British styles. To
represent the identity of the
Malaysian people, the architect added
an Islamic touch before finally
completing the building in 1897.

14. City theatre was built
in 1896 and was
completed in 1904.
Panggung bandaraya is
gazette as a heritage
building under the
antiquities act and its
Mughal architectural-
styled façade has been
preserved

15. Final photos selection and packaging

20. Summary
I took many photos but I only chose the best. My editing skills are still poor as I’m still new in
this. The most difficult part is to take a good photo like a clear photo. I had fun going around and
get to know the buildings. Moreover by doing this project I have a reason to go out and explore
more. The scenery at night are soo beautiful because of the lighting of the building. My favourite
place is Putra Jaya. The Putra Mosque is soo beautiful. It looks like its floating on water. I gained
so many experiences.

21. References
city theatre. (2013, March 11). . Retrieved June 12, 2014 , from
http://www.dbkl.gov.my/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=60&Ite
mid=561&lang=en
. (n.d.). . Retrieved June 12, 2014, from http://standrewschurch.org.my/about-us/
. (n.d.). . Retrieved June 12, 2014, from http://www.tourism.gov.my/en/de/web-
page/places/states-of-malaysia/putrajaya/putra-mosque
. (n.d.). . Retrieved June 12, 2014, from http://www.klwesley.org/About-
Us/q?cid=1&doit=showclass
Putra Mosque - Putrajaya. (n.d.). Putra Mosque - Putrajaya. Retrieved June 12,
2014, from http://www.malaysia-traveller.com/putra-mosque.html
KUALA LUMPUR TOWERMENARA KUALA LUMPUR. (n.d.). kiat.net: Kuala
Lumpur. Retrieved June 13, 2014, from http://www.kiat.net/malaysia/KL/kltower.html

22. SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING & DESIGN
Research Unit for Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia
Foundation of Natural and Built Environments
CULTURE & CIVILIZATION (FDES 0815)
NAME:AFIQAH ZAHRA BINTI ZAINOL RASHID
STUDENT ID: 0315857
TUTOR: MS NORMAH SULAIMAN
JULY INTAKE 2013