BOTANICAL GARDENS H A H A L A M

ong jie en . dixon see . amelisa heng . ameer . prem . pritika . natalie . racquel . group a

1 S I T E P L A N

botanical garden- KEY PLAN

- LOCATION PLAN- SITE PLAN

- SITE PLAN WITH LEGENDS- SWOT

KEY PLAN

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LOCATIONPLAN

LOCATIONPLAN

SITE PLAN

TowerPavementTar Road EndingEntranceSite Boundary

LEGENDS

SITE PLAN

trengthS Weakness

O Tpportunities hreats- Existing structure of observation tower attracts

tourist

- Ideal place for people to getaway from the city life which attracts more people

- Serves as educational site due to natural life surrounding it

- Too many people using the observation tower might drop it’s quality if not maintained properly

- No signs around which showed people that they should not run and cycle downhill

- Hill to the tower is very steep which may cause accidents

- 360 view from the top of observation tower

- Vegetation prevents landslide

- High topography of site would not be affected by floods

- Not accessible by car

- Insufficiency of facilities such as toilets

- Lack of safety forces such as railing on the side of the site

2 E X I S T I N GS T R U C T U R E

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A R C H I T E C T U R A L L A N G U A G E

The tower is actually situated in the middle of a forest where the inspiration of the structure is according to a tree house built by 'orang asli' in Malaysia in terms of material, design and function. So the tower can perfectly blend into the environment . Natural element is also used in the tower to demonstrate the use of natural resources and the appreciation of nature resources.

D I M E N S I O N S

m a t e r i a l s

A combination of man-made material and

natural resource is

used and can be seen in the

tower.

Natural resources –wood is used as beams, columns

and fencing

Man-made material (combination of wire gauze, concrete and stones ) is used

t r u n k b e a m s This is to

ensure that the whole building will be more stable and can last for more years as manmade materials do not corrode and destroy by the climate changes.

WIRE GAUZE

STONES

CONCRETE

FUNCTIONStower

banner holder

b a n n e r h o l d e r

- To hang banner and notice to the visitor. - A type of mass communication as everyone passed by will notice it.

c o n c r e t e p a v i n g s- To divide the region

between the attraction and walking path.

- To prevent strong water rush down the hill when

heavy rain occurs.

w a l k i n g p a t h w a y- Lead the visitor to the site. - Lower the difficulties of visitor accessing the site.

f e n c i n g- As a warning and protection to prevent the visitor falling off the cliff.

WARNING & PROTECTION

FUNCTIONS

t h e t o w e r- As an attraction for the visitor to see the breathtaking scenery from the top of the hill which is also the highest point of the park.

Layered around the tower at the end of the road . To indicate the zoning between normal walking path and the tower which is built as one of the attraction on Jalan Sapu Tangan . Permeable blocks are used to increase the vegetation around the tower which also increase the natural elements around this attraction and prevent the water gushed down the hill too fast when it rains as the water will be absorbed by the plants and diffused into the soil.

PERMEABLE CONCRETE

PAVER BLOCKS

The whole tower is built higher that the canopy around it to ensure a clear view from the highest point. Also the third flow has the highest height to ensure good air flow and ventilation to create a better enjoyment to the visitor.

building features

Brown colour Is painted on the fencing and greenish grey colour can be seen at the columns below which is due to the used of concrete as a mimic of real tree

trunk to ensure the cohesiveness of the structure with the natural surroundings.

COLORS

S T R U C T U R E O F

T H E T O W E RHence the tower is built at the edge of the highest cliff and protruding out which is supported by the columns below to ensure a clear view of the city below. The structure also built with 3 floors to provide different view as well as it increases the accommodation of human and ensure the flexibility of human flow.

The protrudi

ng parts.

Columns that are built by the slopes to

hold the structure

Starting point of the area which is not opened to public.

f e n c i n g

Fencing is built at the

left side , opposite to

the tower to protect the visitor from

falling off the cliff as the

slope at the left side of the

site is more steeper and dangerous .

Where the steep slopes starts c o n c r e t e s l a bConcrete

slabs are added at the bottom of each wood columns to ensure the columns will not corrode by the climate as well as create a flat surface for the columns so that the structure is more stable

f o u n d a t i o n- The foundation was built on stilts. This is one way of addressing steeply sloped site. This avoids the need for expensive foundations and also negates the requirement for tanking.- The other benefit is that it leaves the ground untouched. It could also be implemented on multiple levels as shown.

c o l u m n sThis fake tree structure was made out of concrete by using the metal net wires as the base. The process of this structure was constructed onsite due to the large scale of the concrete branches.

MANMADE CONRETE COLUMN

HOW THE TOWER

WAS BUILT?

w o o d e n s t r u c t u r e- The timber structures were processed and

sent to the site because its difficult to construct a workshop on a steeply sloped

site. For examples, the staircase handrails and wood floorings are processed and

carved then sent to the site for installation.- Of course, the measurement will be done

before the material can be fabricated.

BEAMS AND COLUMNS

(Left) If a wall is built upright or on flat ground, the centre of gravity (blue dot) is directly above the centre point of the wall's foundations (yellow dot), so the wall is stable. Right: But if a wall is built on sloping ground, the centre of gravity is no longer above the centre of the base. Now gravity (red arrow) creates a moment (green arrow) that tips the wall over. The higher the wall, the greater the mass above the centre of gravity, the greater the turning force and the more chance the wall will collapse.

BEAMS AND COLUMNS

Suppose you have a wooden beam standing vertically. You can support lots of weight on top of it because there's something solid underneath transmitting the force of gravity directly to the ground. The more weight you put on the beam, the more you squeeze it. If you could measure the beam accurately, you'd see that it shrinks just a tiny bit with every extra bit of weight you pile onto it. When a beam is loaded like this, we say it's in compression: it's being subject to compressive or squeezing forces.

Pink colour shows the tension force apply in the tower

After we analysed the tower, we mark the largest tension force apply in pink. Below are the simple diagram which shows why the tension of beam level 2 which is the

weakest among others.

TENSION

The tower in located at the highest point of Jalan Sapu Tangan which is also the hightest point of the whole botanical garden. Hence the tower is built at the edge of the highest cliff and protruding out which is supported by the columns below to ensure a clear view of the city below . This tower also symbolises as the end of the road as the other side of the hill is not yet being opened to public.

L A Y O U T

1. The tower is located at the highest point of Taman Botani Negara, Shah Alam, which allows the users the have a bird eye view of Shah Alam when they walked up to the highest point.

2. The structure mimics tree trunks as the main structure for the tower, making the tower blend in to the surrounding.

3. The colour scheme of the tower range from grey to dark brown, which is a natural colour tone. It suits to the environment well.

4. Many users enjoy the view that the highest point provided, as well as the natural wind that ventilates through the tower

THE TOWER

1. A clear cut between the end of walking path and the tower.2. Protect the slope hill from landslides.3. Provide a larger activity area for the users.

PAVING BLOCKS

1. Protect user from falling off from the steep slope.2. Indicates the steep slope and act as a reminder to the user, creating a boundary for the place.3. The colour tone and texture enable it to blend in to the environment4. It is built out of concrete, so it can withstand wear and tear from the weather

FENCING

1. Provide user information about the tower and walking path.2. Do not contrast itself from the environment.

BANNER HOLDER

1. Provide a clear direction to the users to reach the highest point of the hill.2. Enable easy access for bikes, motorcycles

WALKING PATH

1. The structure is lack of maintenance, as many parts of the stairs are not stable and few of them are broken. A few of the railings even broke off and some of them are not attached to the stairs anymore.

2. The stairs part are tighten with nylon strings for extra support, which lead to safety issues that concerns users.

3. User movement are restricted at the highest point of tower as the size of it is small compared to other floors.

4. The stairs are built in a very slanted angle, users find it hard to access the stairs.

THE TOWER

1. The colour couldn’t blend in to the environment.PAVING BLOCKS

1. The fencing is built at a slope.

FENCING

1. The notice hung on the banner holder will wear and tear after several months and need often maintenance.

BANNER HOLDER

1. The path is built according to the hill, hence the size of the path is not consistence.

WALKING PATH

THE TOWER

PAVING BLOCKS

FENCING

BANNER HOLDER

1. The structure needs to be maintained and renovate for the wooden parts as many parts of the beam started to chip off and aged.

2. The tower needs extra safety features as the stairs are too steep for children and elderly.

3. The tower should have a few seating area for the users to relax after a long climb to the tallest point at the Botani Garden.

1. Frequent trim of grass is needed to ensure the safety of user

1. Use natural material to build the fencing.2. Climbing plantation could be planted.

1. The banner holder should be placed in a more strategic place such as after each slope to indicate the user about their current location.

1. More attraction could be build along the pathway

WALKING PATH

THE TOWER

PAVING BLOCKS

FENCING

BANNER HOLDER

1. Weather conditions at the area is often sunny and rainy, hence the wooden beam of the tower should be maintained properly to ensure that the tower would not collapse.

2. It is built at the highest point of the hill, hence there is a threat that landslide will happen if heavy rain occur.

3. Wooden structure will be damaged by the weather condition and need extra protection to it.

1. Overgrown grass will cover the stone and it will lose it function of providing extra grip to the

1. Design of the fencing is too artificial which destroyed the original natural view of the site.

1. Efflorescence may occur if the concrete2. Banner holder contains soluble salts.

1. Natural flora is destroyed to build the path.

WALKING PATH

Question 1 : Is it possible to build a pavilion there?

Answer : Yes, it is possible to build a pavilion there but somehow depends on the scale of the structure. The pavilion can be built as a sub-structure to the tower (A) or as an independent structure on another piece of empty land (B). The red box indicates the pathway from tower to the empty land. The road is too narrow and not suitable to build any pavilion or structure onto it.

QUESTION 2 : WHY THE TOWER SHOULD BE DEMOLISHED?

Answer: Standing in the perspective view of a citizen, the tower should be demolished due to its poor safety condition. The staircase was broken and left unfixed (A). Most of the wood railings were also eaten up by termites. Some of the supporting structures were broken and used as temporary support for the broken staircases. The tower itself was in an unstable and half-destroyed condition and therefore raffia strings were temporarily used to hold and support the tower from being collapsing.

CONSIDERATIONS WHILE BUILDING TALL/LONG STRUCTURE :

i) Drainage and sewers

Good drainage system can prevent the soil erosion occurs.

ii) Foundation and load bearing system.

A strategic foundation needs to be built to keep the long structure in balance. Stronger materials like concrete and steel tubes can be applied on the building to support heavier loads.

iii) Soil condition and weather

Landscape and weather analysis should be done deeply to ensure the soil is able to support a huge and long structure. Avoid building a structure on a ground of soil erosion. Especially the site is on the slope which is easier to happen soil erosion.

3L A N D S C A P Ebotanical garden

Geographical FeaturesNaturally-created features that relates to the terrain.

TopographyTopography of the surrounding area as well as the path.

N A T U R A L FEATURESGeographical features & Topography.

- Peak of the hill.- Surrounded by

natural trees and foliage.

- Rocky terrain.- Cliffs.

AnalysisNatural Features

Strength and weaknesses of natural features present on site.

Strength:● Natural foliage and trees creates a boundary between the path and the

cliffs.● Peak of the hill gives interesting views and a possible landmark.

● Trees gives shades from sunlight and heat.

Weaknesses:● Cliffs that surround the site can be dangerous.

CliffHighest peakSecondary peak

LEGENDS

TOPOGRAPHY

Maximum inclination 14 degreeAverage inclination ~7 degree

Dangerous for unskilled cyclingUnsuitable for vehicles

TOPOGRAPHY

Path Elevation (not to scale)

192m

186m

Fairly flat part

198m

SURFACEDRAINAGE

WATER SOURCE:

Rainwater Drainage- The sites natural surrounding elements function as drainage system. - No man made drainage systems are found at site.

NOTE: High Altitude Advantage- Site is located at high altitude, far from sea level. - Thus, floods do not threaten the site.

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SURROUNDINGSELEMENTS

g r a s s p a v e r ssurroundings elements - natural drainage

Natural Drainage

i n c l i n e d s l o p esurroundings elements - natural drainage

SURROUNDINGSELEMENTS

e x p o s e d g r a s ssurroundings elements - natural drainage

Natural Drainage

f o l i a g esurroundings elements - natural drainage

- Canopy foliage is a natural filter that reduces rainwater fall

- Areas that are least covered by foliage are exposed to more rainwater fall.

F O L I A G E

- Slopes along the the path from a basin that will catch rainwater potentially causing soil to soften.

Thus resulting in path deformation.

I N C L I N E DS L O P E

- Rainwater flows down from peak along slopes against gravity. - Shown in a massing model, general rainwater flows down from all sides of the inclined slopes from the site.

- Creates cascading fall of water on all sides.

INCLINED SLOPE

Ground Pavers- Pavers have patterned holes to reduce rainwater accumulation.

- The ground at the tower will potentially collect rainwater due to

the flat surface of the peak.

Exposed Ground- Exposed ground soil captures

rainwater allowing it to permeate through soil strata.

The types of soil on site determines and plays a huge part in construction and vegetation.

Analysis and suitability is carried by touch as well as the percentage of gravel, sand and fines.

Suitability of soil for the following :LandscapeStructuresDrainage

S O I L C O N D I T I

O N

A N A L Y S I S O F

A B

C

D

SUITABILITY FOR CONSTRUCTION WORK

SITE A : GOODSITE B : AVERAGE

SITE C : GOODSITE D : BEST

SITE A CONDITION: GENTLE SLOPE

● Excellent drainage● Loose moist soil ● Dense fine grains● Promotes infiltration● Suitable for vegetation growth● Good for construction

NOTE : Loamy soil - slight dense soil

L O A M Y S O I L

ANALYSIS OF SOIL CONDITION

SITE B

SITE CONDITION: Underneath existing structureSilt Soil

● Heavy clay-cakey soil ● Drainage problems● Gravel and sand underneath topsoil● Easy site work● Unsuitable for vegetation

NOTE: Silt soil - granular material between sand and clay mixed in water

ANALYSIS OF SOIL CONDITION

SITE CSITE CONDITION: GENTLE SLOPE In terms of soil condition

● Sand and gravel on surface● Slight drainage problems● Good for construction● Suitable for vegetation

NOTE: Site C soil condition analysis covers the whole stretch of the decline and incline of slope.

In terms of steepness of slope* if construction was to be done

● Sliding soil● Costly excavation● Potential Erosion

*Concave terrain causes water buildup which softens the soil at times.

D E N S I T Y . S P E C I E SEXISTING VEGETATIONDensity of Vegetation:

Analysed through physical observation of sight.

Species of Vegetation: Vegetation are identified through the most occurrence of species or the most unique that could be implemented in future designs.

Large number of irregular windows corresponding each space appeared on the side of the building, reflecting the concept of raumplan.

Least Dense- Scatterd Trees and Vines

throughout the forest.

Dense- Nipah Palm create

denser atmosphere and repetition of Shore trees.

Most Dense- A view of just green, created

by the overcrowding of trees.

DENSITY

Least Dense

Dense

Most Dense

Large number of irregular windows corresponding each space appeared on the side of the building, reflecting the concept of raumplan.

(A)(B)

(C) (D)

(b) Rushfoil, Croton

(a) Meranti, Shorea LeprosulaDistributionSouth East Asia rainforest, Thailand Peninsular, Malay Peninsular, Sumatera, Borneo.

Ecology

Light-demanding species, can be found on both flat and hill land.

DistributionPantropical, some species extends into temperate areas.

Uses

Medicinal oil, flavouring, biofuel source.

(d) Sago Palm, Metroxylon sagu

(c) Meranti Merah, Shorea Singkawang

FoundThe Sago Palm can be found on the shrub layer

amongst many other plants species of plants such as tumeric, etc. Usually in cluster of 2-3 matured

plants that form a hedge look-a-like.

Uses: Food called Sago, other known as palm seeds.

ColourIn clusters, around the mother tree. The Meranti Merah are slim trees in a favourable light tone. When light penetrates the canopy and shines in the bark.

Engandred The Meranti Merah is a critically endangered species since the year 1998.

trengthS Weakness

O Tpportunities

hreats

- Vegetation provides shade for 70% of the site.

- Paving stones used in the tower area helps with the dispersion of water through the soil.

- Different layers of the canopy (from the palms to the meranti tree tops) create different atmospheres for users on different levels.

- Excavation of soil is needed in order to create land that is safe to build.

- The gradient slope can be dangerous to young users such as children.

- Soil such as clay can cause flooding under the tower creating an undesirable habitat for users due to increase of mosquitos.

- Removal of trees during excavation may cause landslides.

- Deforestation of the site will destruct the natural habitat and poses a threat to the ecosystem.

- A very dense forest creates an eye-opener to users to learn about endangered species, such as the endangered Meranti Merah. Awareness can be raised to this cause.

4 CLIMATEbotanical garden

-Menara Sapu Tangan is located in Taman Botanical Garden,

Shah Alam, Malaysia.-Malaysia is located near the

equator and has a tropical rainforest climate.

-It being hot and humid throughout the year.

7 am

1 pm

8 am

9 am

10 am

11 am

12 am

2 pm

3 pm

4 pm

5 pm

6 pm

7 pm

●Sunrise●Moderate

sunlight

●Maximum light intensity

●Hottest

●Sunset●Moderate

sunlight

●No much facilities built in the area. Just a tower

located at there. ●Mostly people will find

shaded area to rest or going inside tower.

EAST

WEST

Sun Path

Light Intensity

HIGH

MEDIUM

LOW

Red area indicates the highest concentration of UV Rays. More sunlight exposed when there

are lesser trees shaded.

Yellow area indicates the moderate exposure of sunlight.

Green area indicates the most shaded area due to surrounded

by trees.

Shaded Area

●Tower provide a lot of shades.

These shaded area provides refuge from sunlight and rain.

People in the Site

-Most people wore more less revealing clothes because they want to avoid getting bitten by insects and exposure of sunlight.

-While other people who wears more revealing clothes such as sleeveless tops and shorts to make themselves cooler by the presence of wind.

-Some people wore caps to avoid sunlight distracting their sight.

RAIN

When it rains:Advantages

● The site is free from flooding due to the hill

Disadvantages● The route to the site will

become very slippery and not recommended for people to hike, as the

slope is also very steep

● Trees that are weaker is seen to tumble due to

strong wind

● The humid conditions after the rain seems to

attract many insects such as mosquitos and ants to

many of the trees and existing structures

Trees here provide more shelter during rain

Many red ants nests

The trees here provide no shelter for rain

RAIN

● Ridges or steps can be added to the slippery slope to prevent slippage when walking up the slope

SUGGESTIONS

● Add more rest stops/shelter area to hide from rain

● Regularly have staff sweep the leaves off the roads as the leaves make walking very slippery

Wind Direction

Feel more wind on top of the tower (No trees are blocking

the presence of the wind)

Feel less wind on the ramp (Trees are

blocking the presence of the wind) Wind blown

from west

Feel more wind on the flat land (No trees are

blocking the presence of the wind)

trengthS Weakness

O Tpportunities hreats

- High exposure to UV light rays which could cause sun burnt and sun stroke.

- Not enough resting facilities.

- Build more resting and shaded area for people to rest after a tiring hike.

- Potential Solar Energy.

- Accidents easily happen due to steep slope.

- Slippery accidents might occur after or during the rain while hiking.

- Attacks of mosquitoes due to the humid weather.

- Cooling breeze on the higher level.

5CIRCULATION

‘Movement through space’- Francis DK Ching

botanical garden

Macro Route

KTM : Batu caves-pelabuhan klang route

- To KTM Shah Alam

KTM Shah Alam - Taman Botani Negara Shah Alam

- 10-15 minutes by car

- Take uber rm10-14

- Grabcar rm12

Puchong Klang Petaling Jaya

PARKING LOCATION

Operation hour : 8:30am - 4:30pm (Tuesday - Sunday)

Park is closed on Mondays except during school holidays or public holidays

Entrance Fee : Adult RM3, Children RM1, visitors 55 years old and above RM1.

Peak Hour : 8.30am - 11.30am

Visitor : Hikers and group of students

Reason : Hiking and visiting the place

Operation

Hours

Type of People

HIKERS FAMILIES FRIENDS CYCLISTS SENIOR CITIZENS ORGANIZATION

Types of Vehicle

CARS BUSES MOTORCYCLES BICYCLES

MICRO ROUTE ROUTE

Vehicles route

– The exclamation point shows the steepest slope among the route.

– It is difficult for normal vehicles to move up the hill unlike a four-wheel drive car which is able to move easily.

Pedestrian route

– The 3 exclamation points represents the steep slopes.

– It is difficult for people to walk up in that 3 slopes.

– Hence, people needs to be cautious along the way.

Cyclist route

– The 3 exclamation points shows the steep slopes.

– Cyclists would push their bicycles whenever they pass by the slopes because it requires a great amount of strength to go up.

Condition Of Route

Flat ground

Very steep

DISTANCE AND TIME TO SITE

1. 2 hours to reach site2. Site distance from

entrance to Sapu Tangan Tower 2.23km

SAPU TANGAN TOWER

Circulation of Sapu Tangan Tower

CIRCULATION OF SAPU TANGAN TOWER

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– The route is accessible by both pedestrians and vehicles.

– There is signage and maps, preventing users from getting lost.

trengthS Weakness

O Tpportunities

hreats

– The route is not divided where both vehicles and humans use the same path which is dangerous.

– Steep and bumpy roads with potholes

– No safety mirrors at T-Junctions

– Route to the site is very narrow

– Visitors get to be in touch with nature

– Appreciate the views and vistas while hiking

– Hikers tend to get injured easily on the steep route

– Vehicles will most likely get a flat tire due to the potholes.

– Accidents might happen especially among vehicles and pedestrians

6VIEWS & VISTAS

“An awareness of a range of time, events, or subjects; a broad mental view: "the deep and sweeping vistas these pioneering critics opened up" (Arthur C. Danto).

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❏ LOCATION ANALYSIS

Location of Bukit Sapu

In the middle of many tall buildings in the city, Bukit Sapu is located in a strategic location as it stands out among all the other surrounding. The green vegetation, and the hill is quite a rare feature in an urbanised area with many modernised buildings, thus making it a unique attraction.

Location of the GardenThe garden is located close

to Klang and Shah Alam

Tower LocationThe tower is located at the top of the hill, about 6 km round trip from the entrance gate of Taman Botani Negara Shah Alam. The location of the tower on the map is as shown below(red arrow showing the location of the tower on the map). The tower location allows someone to get a 360 view of the surrounding places when they stand at the top most level of the tower.

Convenience to Travel

It is not the easiest task to travel to the Bukit Sapu tower as one has to go through many hilly terrains, covering a distance of 1.8 km and the path keeps getting narrower and steeper as one keeps going up. It however becomes rather more convenient as the path has been tarmacked, making it easier to walk on and that as well, does away with snakes and other crawling animals that might pose as a threat during the hike.

Travelling to Taman Botani Negara is convenient as long as someone organizes their own form of transport. Public transportation to the place is grossly lacking.

Bukit Sapu is quite remote, as it is located at the top of a hill (Handkerchief Hill)

A

The platform entrance leading the pathway towards the tower. Has a slightly steep slope, bringing suspense to the user to what lies upon it.

B

The pathway converging towards a point, engaging the user to move forward. The tall grown trees forms a canopy providing shade and shelter.

C The contrast between dark and light alternates along the route.

D

The front part from the entrance is brighter. It is much more brighter and open. It gives a sense of a warm welcoming feeling which invites the user to nature.

E The slope becomes steeper as it reaches the end. The area is more enclosed compared to the front areas due to the shading of trees. The coverage provides the blockage towards disturbances.

F Reaching the tower, the steep slope at the end is brighter as if it is welcoming the user into a brand new undiscovered environment.

G The platform at the tower is very bright. The trees around are commonly bushes which allows coverage at the mean time also providing openness.

- Gives a sense of coziness. Not too dark or too bright.

- The foliage provides natural shading and also blocks unwanted sunlight entering the pathway.

- Cooling breeze will brush through the leaves giving a chilling and windy environment.

Shades

North West View

Panaromic View

-From the north west , the billboard at the entrance can be seen at the beginning.-The shade of the foliage shows the vivid images of the tree which gives a contrast to the trees and light.

At the north east, most of the path are exposed to the sky which makes that area looks brighter and open.

The tower can be seen at the end of the path.

North East View

South East View

When going back from the tower to the entrance, the slope that going downwards blocks some of the path which gives an illusion that somehow the path seems distorted from some of the angle.

loraaunaF

● Wild tropical rainforest trees

● Mostly rubber trees

● Bamboo, mosses, durian trees etc

● They used naturally grown trees as the landscape trees.

Insects : ants, bugs, flies, mosquito etc

Animal: monkeys, deers

❏ VIEW ANALYSIS FROM THE TOWER

IMPACT OF FEELING THROUGH OUT THE SURROUNDING :

PANORAMIC VIEWS.( FREEDOM, OPENNESS)

FEELINGS OF THE VIEWS:

❏ THE BREATHTAKING VIEWS OF THE ENDLESS HORIZON SHOW A DEEP SENSE OF SATISFYING CONTRAST BETWEEN THE ELEMENTS OF THE SURROUNDING WHICH

DIMINISH THROUGHOUT A PERSPECTIVE VIEW. CONSISTING OF DIFFERENT REALM.

❏ THE FILTRATION OF FRESH AIR THROUGH THE TREES MAKING IMPACT OF THE BREEZE AGREEABLE.

❏ FROM THE HEIGHT BY FOCUSING TO THE VIEWS AND HORIZON WE FEEL A DEEP SENSE OF OPENNESS AND FREEDOM.

❏ THE ELEMENTS PRESENT IN THE VIEWS SEEM TO BE EXTREMELY SMALL, EVENTHOUGH THEY ARE MEGASTRUCTURES LIKE

SKYSCRAPERS. EX: THE BLUE MOSQUE, THE STADIUM, THE CONSTRUCTION SITE, HOUSING AREA.

❏ FROM THE VIEWING DECK WE CAN ANALYSE THE NOTION OF CONSISTENCY OF THE HEIGHT OF A STRUCTURE, UNDERSTANDING

THE PROPORTION OF ITS HEIGHT.

❏ THE EXPERIENCE IN STUDY AND ANALYSIS OF THE HEIGHT FIGURE OUT A POWERFUL TELEPORTATION TO A HIGHER LEVEL WHERE PEACEFULNESS AND

SOLITARINESS RULE.

❏ THE FEELING OF THE PLEASANT BREATHTAKING VIEW FROM THE HEIGHT PRODUCE AN ADVENTUROUS AND EXCITING MOOD FULL OF ADRENALINE.

❏ THE MEDITATED CALMNESS OF THE SPACE OCCUPYING WITH THE SOOTHING SOUND OF THE BREEZE CROSSING THE TREES, LEAVES AND BRANCHES.

❏ VIEW ANALYSIS FROM THE

PROMINENT BUILDINGS TO THE

BOTANICAL GARDEN

STADIUM SHAH ALAMSULTAN SALAHUDDIN ADBUL AZIZ MOSQUEWISMA MBSA &SULTAN

ALAM SHAH MUSEUM

BANGUNAN SULTAN SALAHUDDIN

ABDUL AZIZ SHAH

Bukit Sapu Tangan

❏ North view from the mosque is endless greenery in which the botanical garden is camouflaged with the surroundings

❏ The botanical garden gives and endless natural green carpet view when viewed from the higher floor of these prominent buildings.

❏ The greenery of the botanical garden contrasts with the materiality of the buildings around it thus giving more prominent and focus to the buildings around the garden.

❏ The types of trees planted surrounding Bukit Sapu Tangan are in decreasing height thus the view of the city is not obstructed for the user .

❏ By seeing the topography the botanical park is situated in a way it forms a continuous forest from one state to another which would be a perfect getaway from the city but totally remote area as it is easily accessible.

What do others think about this garden? Which are the favourite views and least favourite ones.

Interview video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?

v=dpoc9gh62pI

ps: no subtitle, try your best to listen attentively

❏ Question ask:

1 Where are you from?

Mother of family : Kapar, Klang

Fakrih : Shah Alam

Akhira : SS2

Zahira : Puchong

2 Why do you come to this park? Have you been here before?

Mother of family : No, been here many times. But first time for the baby. It is easier for

us to bring our baby up here by using trolly.

Fakrih : third time.

Akhira : First time.

Zahira : Fhird time.

3 What do you like about this park?

Mother of family : The nature

Fakrih : The view from the tree house.

Akhira : The view from the tree house.

Zahira : A place where i can walk a lot.

4 In this park which are your favourite spot?why?

Mother of family : The journey towards the treehouse which

surrounded by trees because of nature.

Fakrih : Tree house. The view is very nice that allows

me to view Shah Alam city.

Akhira : Tree house. The view is very nice that allows me to view Shah Alam city.

Zahira : Journey towards the tree house.

5 If you would like to take a picture, which view would you choose and why?

Mother of family : under the tree house. Because the baby cannot

goes up.

Fakrih : On top of the tree house.

Akhira : On top of the tree house.

Zahira : On top of the tree house.

6 In the future, would you like to come here again?

Mother of family : yes

Fakrih : yes

Akhira : yes

Zahira : yes

7 What do you think that can improve to attract more visitors to come to this park?

Mother of family : Provides rest stop and public toilet.

Fakrih : Build a treehouse

Akhira : signboard along the way. Rest spot.

Zahira : -

8 Let’s criticize a bit, which is your least favourite spot here? And why?

Mother of family :There is no spot that I don’t like.

Fakrih : not sure, really.

Akhira : provides natural trails. I prefer nature way to immerse myself in nature and they should

maintain The treehouse

Zahira : treehouse (afraid of height)

7 ACTIVITIES

The Shah Alam botanical gardens is filled with a variety of activities. These activities, however, are suited to more than one target customer; ranging from activities suited for adrenaline junkies to a family of three, with a baby.

botanical garden

REASON OF VISIT- A family activity (Getaway from the city)

- Experience nature- Wants the baby to appreciate nature from a young

age.- One of the more challenging courses.

OBJECTIVES- Reaching the tower at the top.

Interview 1A couple from Klang with a baby

Has had years of experienceREASON OF VISIT

- Taking up the challenge- Cycling (Extreme difficulty) & Hiking

OBJECTIVES- Reach the tower for picture-taking sessions.

Interview 2University Students from Klang (5

pax)

REASON OF VISIT- Experience the Skytrex and Cycling

- Heard the course was challeging through Google- Came once before for a 5KM marathon event.

OBJECTIVES- Reach the top of the hill.

Interview 3Tourists from India

OPERATING HOURS: 8.30AM - 5.30PMRUSH HOUR:

- Morning

REASONS FOR CLOSING AT 5.30PM:- Monkeys usually wander the trails during this time..

Interview 4Botanical Garden’s employee

Current Activities

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CyclingCyclists are challenged with ridiculously steep

slopesHiking

Challenging route with different degree of slopesNature Trail

The tour guide introduces the types of trees to their audience.Skytrex

Individuals are tasked to overcome an obstacle course elevated above ground.

Suggested Activities

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Flying FoxThis would serve as a relief for visitors who have hiked up the steep slopes of the hill. Also, due to

the fact that the hike to the tower is the only route to and fro, this would serve as a less taxing,

alternative route.Barbeque Area

The base of the tower would be the area where the barbeque is held, whereas the tower can serve as

the leisure area. Birdwatching

The thick and lush greenery provides enough cover for the birdwatchers to stay hidden, while at the same time provide some challenge in finding

the exact location of the birds

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KidsKids would be motivated to hike to the top to

observe the view of the botanical garden through the binoculars.

Cyclists (Athletes)Extremely steep slopes challenge cyclists and

should only be attempted by experts.Tourists

Observe the different plants at different altitudes.Photographers

The watchtower would encourage photographers to hike up the hill in order to capture the beautiful view of the botanical garden alongside the city’s

skyline that can be seen in the background.Nature Lovers

The flourishing flora and fauna would catch the attention of visitors who wish to engulf themselves

with the surrounding lush greeneries.

Target Audience

STRENGTHS- Suitable length for cycling routes.- Challenging slopes along the trail for hiking

WEAKNESSES- Lack of rest stops and restrooms- Steep slopes make cycling uphill difficult

OPPORTUNITIES- Flying fox due to the suitability in height and lack of alternative

routes.- Top of the tower could be provided with binoculars for birdwatching.- Barbeque area at the bottom of the tower

THREATS- Steep, unmaintained road leads to danger for cyclists- Absence of shelter would lead to dangerous situations during

thunderstorms due to the abundance of trees.- Wild monkeys would start wandering around the trail area after

approximately 5.30PM.

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The wind breeze creates a gentle background noise of rustling leaves that surround the trail.

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Throughout the trail, background noise of insects are heard loudest from the base of the tower, dead silent in the center and then slightly louder towards the end of the trail.

Monkeys could be heard coming from the West of the tower, as well as the base of the tower.

Birds could be heard West from the tower, as well as at the base of the tower. The noise is louder at the entrance of the dense forest

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An assumed flight path goes through the site from South-East of the tower towards the North-West of the tower.

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NOISE FROM PLANE

Site Model

SCALE 1:500

The site plan of Bukit Saputangan in Taman Botani Negara, Shah Alam is studied and analysed and hence, a 1:500 model is produced. With the use of cardboard, brown

board, and coconut husks the site plan is translated into a model with analysed topography and the location of the

tower; along with the landscape of the site.

THANK YOU

BOTANICAL GARDENSHAH ALAM

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