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Decorative Elements of Traditional Malay House: Comparative Study of Rumah Limas Bumbung Perak (RLBP) and Rumah Limas Johor (RLJ)
Authors: Rashid M S Ab , Baharuddin M N , Alauddin K , Choo I A H 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
In traditional Malay architecture, decorative elements are defined as non-structural elements and as “additional member” of the building that contributes to aesthetic and functional aspects of the architecture. Its ornamentation, form and pattern particularly in woodcarving and bamboo weaving reflect the uniqueness of local craftsmanship and the master carvers. There are at least 16 (sixteen) decorative elements of the traditional Malay house that have been identified by previous researcher. Architecturally in Malaysia traditional houses were categorised based on roof design, spatial organization and geographical setting which finally this categorization was named after the states. Each traditional house is in the state of Malaysia signifying particular style and architectural characteristics of that particular state. This article discusses the study of those decorative elements on the traditional Malay houses in the state of Perak known as Rumah Limas Bumbung Perak (RLBP) and traditional house from the state of Johor known as Rumah Limas Johor (RLJ). With the objective is to investigate the type, terms and characteristics of decorative elements site observations were done on selected twenty-five (25) of RLBP houses and another twenty-five (25) of RLJ houses. The analysis on visual data and verbal data were carried out to established architectural terminology and typology based on form and style of every decorative element. The study found that nine (9) decorative elements come to be the major characteristics of RLBP whilst seven (7) for RLJ; some with different name, form and style from other states. These similarity and dissimilarity contribute to the extension of the aesthetical theory and philosophy of the Malay traditional house in Malaysia.
The Effectiveness of Training Programmes Towards the Level of Knowledge of the Personnel Involved in Stamp Duty Valuation
Authors: Rosman S H , Nawawi A H , Ab Latif S N F , Abdullah M I 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Effective training programmes that is underpinned by integrated content holds the role to ensure that effective delivery of knowledge can be absorbed appropriately by the personnel of Valuation and Property Services Department (JPPH) that have undergone the training programmes being organized. This study is conducted to identify the effect of training programmes towards the level of knowledge of the personnel involved in stamp duty valuation. Due to its importance of the provision of the training programmes given to the personnel of an organization, hence, an investigation related to the effect of the content of the training programmes towards the knowledge of the personnel of Valuation and Property Services Department (JPPH) in stamp duty valuation has been conducted. This is to identify if the content of the training programmes conducted by the National Institute of Valuation (INSPEN) towards the personnel of Valuation and Property Services Department (JPPH) has ensured effectiveness and has ensured the fulfillment of the requirement of the personnel in executing their tasks effectively. This study has been conducted focusing on stamp duty involving six (6) offices of the Valuation and Property Services Department (JPPH) within Klang Valley that has included the District Valuer, Valuation Officer and Assistant Valuation Officer, who are engaged in the valuation process of stamp duty, as respondents. Interview approach, pilot study, content analysis, application of Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) has been employed to achieve the main objective of this study. Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) which has been used in this study, is to determine the relative importance of the level of knowledge of the personnel in Valuation and Property Services Department (JPPH) and also acts as the instrument that can be applied as a guide in the effort to improve the performance in the content of training programmes to fulfill the expectation and requirement of the personnel during the valuation process of the stamp duty. In summary, this study has proven that there is strong relationship between knowledge contained in the training programmes content with the level of knowledge of the personnel in stamp duty valuation.
Temporal Changes of Mangrove Distribution In Mukim Kuala Selangor Using GIS Approach
Authors: Hashim N I , Zaharin N F , Hashim N H , Abdul Halim M 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Mangrove forests are commonly found along coastal line where they grow in saline soil and brackish water. With the advantage of new technology, mangrove distribution information can be studied by using Geographic Information System (GIS) technique. This study is to analyse the mangrove distribution changes using GIS over Mukim Kuala Selangor, Malaysia of years 2014, 2016 and 2018. Through this study, area selection technique from Landsat-8 OLI/TIRS data was used in image processing. Supervised and unsupervised classification were applied in image processing along with the maximum likelihood classification. The findings of this study show that there were changes occured essentially on mangrove area at the study area. Therefore, it is hoped that this study can help stakeholders for the management of mangrove distribution as well as the other land cover which is vital to provide ecological balance and essential services for the community.
Seasonal Windstorm Pattern and Damages in Peninsular Malaysia 2018
Authors: Zakaria N H , Salleh S A , Asmat Arnis , Islam M A 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Natural disasters cause damages, losses and social problems. Windstorm has been a major contributor to the losses and damages to the sustainability of human lives and built environment. The formation of seasonality in Southeast Asian countries are affected by the monsoon which brings large scale seasonal interchange of wind pattern. The trend of windstrom events is not properly recorded in any recent or previous studies.This paper analyses the windstorm pattern in Peninsular Malaysia. NCEP FNL Operational Model Global Tropospheric Analyses and Meteorological Operational (MeTOP) datasets were used to retrieve the wind speed and the direction during the study period. Both datasets show approximate value of wind pattern based on reported events. Southeast-monsoon (SM), Northeast-monsoon (NM) and Inter-monsoon (IM) impacts are considered in this study. The result exhibited the highest windstorm event was Southeast-monsoon, and the highest wind speed is from NS that is 5.96 m/s to 6.23 m/s. While the highest wind speed outside of peninsular that blows and impacts the land is from SM and the value calibrates in between 9.20 m/s to 10.96 m/s.
Evolution of Investments through Sale and Leaseback Investment: A Qualitative Investigation from Malaysian REITs
Authors: Johaimi Ling N L F , Aliasak M H H , Alauddin K 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Sale and leaseback is known as a voluntary investment by owners to free up their equities for other uses while maintaining the use of the facility. In Malaysia, Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) is one of the institutional investors adopting the sale and leaseback approach for the wide range of new investment technologies to enhance the value of the investment. The aim is to revolutionize the property industry by switching the design of physical asset investments from direct investments to indirect investments influenced by factors determining the property investment yield by analysing and responding to the information received. The research uses a qualitative method due to the limitation in the number of REITs involved in sale and leaseback investments in Malaysia. Using semi structured interviews, the data was recorded, transcribed and analyzed using thematic analyses for multiple interviews. Results indicated three factors that influence the yield which are location, tenants and property type. The result of the study would be a useful guide to Real Estate managers in developing countries to use sale and leaseback as one of the alternative ways to increase the revenue from the property investments.
The Implementation of Green Neighbourhood Initiatives in Urban Living: Methodology of Research
Authors: Ramli R , Omar D , Ahmad P , Leh O L H 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Green neighborhood is a neighborhood that practices a way of life to meet the needs of people's activities. Community practices in this green neighborhood also have the potential to regulate pollution, save energy, accessibility, safeguard the environment, increase employment opportunities and reduce crime rates. Green neighborhoods can form friendships, practice agricultural areas, use renewable energy methods, and support sensitive nature. This practice also makes easy access to home, workplace, infrastructure, public utilities, transit facilities and easily accessible from one neighborhood. Conflicts between rapid development and local communities required a new model to understand about the relationships between green neighbourhood initiatives from local communities. This paper discusses how to doing research method on the effectiveness for implementation of green neighbourhood initiative in urban living and part on my ongoing PhD study. It starts by discussing how the theoretical background of green neighbourhood initiatives in urban living, then how the initiatives contribute to sustainable environmental and quality of life in urban living. Subsequently, it discusses the method of the study to conduct research on green neighborhood practices with a special emphasis to seek a clear understanding of acceptance from society on new actions, problems arising, community perceptions and community proposals. It followed by data collection methods, how data analysis conducted and results. It ends with preparation of questionnaires to look more in detail on the perceptions of society in terms of economic, social and environment aspects. Results and proposals designed to help communities, local authorities and agencies to carry out five selected green neighborhood initiatives.
Approaching BIM-GIS Integration for 3D Evacuation Planning Requirement Using Multipatch Geometry Data Format
Authors: Syed Abdul Rahman S A F , Abdul Maulud K N 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Building Information Modelling (BIM) is known as a new technology that developed specifically to serve the architecture designing activities. It is used as a tool for researchers in Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) fields to collaborate between different parties in order to manage the building information. Currently, there are plenty of researches that discussed on the concept of translating data between BIM into Geographical Information System (GIS) for various purposes. This trend leads this paper to focus on the method and findings of integrated 3D technologies between GIS and BIM. The implementation of integration between two different formats requires deep understanding about the core of both platforms such as differences and similarities between both formats. It is important to identify all related aspects of evacuation such as least risk paths, path simplicity, navigable network improvement, more detailed routes, and human behavior. To fulfil the paper research topic of Approaching BIM-GIS Integration for 3D Evacuation Planning Requirement Using Multipatch Geometry Data Format, four major concepts were the main focus namely; BIM-GIS Integration Method, Integration Data Level, Integrated Data Consideration and Requirement Analysis. Digital component involves was Revit Autodesk as BIM 3D development model software, the final integrated data format was 3D multipatch geometry and ArcGIS Pro v2.2 software used for 3D model visualization to conduct evacuation planning. The requirement for data integration and indoor evacuation planning analysis were also itemized where plenty of specific decision to be taken on based on the capabilities of current technology. Future research will focus on access-to-road strategy to test the connection of indoor spatial networks with outdoor spatial networks that based on the different data structure (BIM/vector and DEM/raster) for detailed 3D evacuation planning.
Residential Satisfaction: Literature Review and A Conceptual Framework
Authors: Abidin Nurzafira Zainul , Abdullah Mohamad Isa , Basrah Noraliza , Alias Muhammad Nazim 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Residential satisfaction, defined as the feeling of contentment when one has or achieves what one needs or desires in a house, is an important indicator for the planners, architects, developers and policy makers use it in several ways. There are three theories related to residential satisfaction which are housing needs theory, housing deficit theory and psychological construct theory, and most empirical studies have used these theories or a combination of these theories in their research design. Several variables representing housing and neighbourhood characteristics, socio-demographic attributes as well as their perceptions of housing and neighbourhood conditions have been analysed to indicate that further studies are required until a general theory of residential satisfaction or dissatisfaction occurs. Variables which are significant that influences on the level of residential satisfaction or dissatisfaction are vary according to the objectives of the study. This indicates that further studies on residential satisfaction can be carrying out on case specific context in guiding the housing policies.
A Study on Current Dynamics in Adjudication Implementation in Malaysian Construction through Law Cases Analysis
Authors: Hassan Ahmad Arzlee , Mohammad Kamil Abdul ‘Izz , Ejau Ruth Lua 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Adjudication is currently in its green age, where many lessons and experience are yet to be learnt. The implementation since its first introduction in 2012 has shown a progressive dynamic as it is widely applied, with many claims resolved, despite numerous being referred to arbitration and litigation. Challenges made against the adjudication decision under various bases and the court only allows for limited grounds for challenges. The paper aims to establish the valid approaches to challenge adjudication decision within the Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication (CIPA) Act 2012 implementation. The objectives include underlining the common problems occurring within the implementation through the behaviour of adjudication practice and studying the basis for challenges in adjudication decision. Law case analysis was carried out using thematic analysis by extracting court judgements from several law cases and categorizing them within a particular theme. Once the data with similar theme was filtered, deductive reasoning was used to extract the conclusion. Limited grounds for admissibility of challenges included a claim against adjudicator acting in excess of his given jurisdiction and/or adjudicator who is in breach of natural justice. Limited ground for challenges are important to ensure the relevance of the adjudication institution while maintaining the role of the judiciary in conserving the fairness and justice within its implementation.
Analyse the Barriers that Influencing Green Design Implementation among the Contractors in Construction Industry
Authors: Ming Heng Yong , Ahmad Rashid Zul Zakiyuddin , Adnan Hamimah 
Published: November 2019

AbstractThis paper aims to find out the vital barriers that affecting the implementation of Green Design practice, which is part of the Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) application in construction industry. First of all, the objectives of this study are to determine the barriers that preventing Green Design related activities among contractors and also analyse the critical barriers for Green Design application in construction industry. Quantitative research method with survey questionnaire is employed in this study. Around 450 sets of questionnaire are distributed with 21.8% response rate. The independent variables in this study are the barriers of Green Design implementation in construction industry while the dependent variable is the level of adoption of Green Design practice in construction industry. In short, four (4) barriers are identified, which are Government Supports, Company Resources, Knowledge and Information, and Financial issue barriers. Results of the study show that Government Supports and Company Resources barriers are significant for Green Design practice. Significance of this research is to provide a better understanding of green practices, such as GSCM, to deal with current environmental issues and to realise the recent problems and obstacles faced by all construction players, so that further actions are required for a successful GSCM implementation in order to move towards a sustainable environment in the future.
A BIM ORIENTED MODEL TO A 3D INDOOR GIS FOR SPACE MANAGEMENT– A REQUIREMENT ANALYSIS
Authors: Syed Mustorpha S N A , Wan Mohd W M N 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a process concerning the formation of digital representations of the physical and functional features of built spaces. A significant increase of the BIM utilization in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) sector are becoming more accessible and functional. The BIM methodology was developed in order to provide an effective system for building management as well as to organize the collaboration between different parties. Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) is maintained by buildingSMART; enable an interoperable format for exchanging BIM data between different software platform which is capable of restoring both geometric information and rich semantic information of building components to support lifecycle data sharing. BIM provides a detailed 3D geometrical model with rich semantic data. In contrast, Geography Information Science (GIS) offers powerful spatial analytical tools. As the benefits brought by the integration of Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are being proved by many researchers, further spatial analysis can be applied that can benefit indoor-outdoor integrated applications. Recent research has mainly discussed the process required for data conversion from BIM to GIS. Thus, more specifics requirements on the functionalities of a 3D indoor applications need to be considered. In this study, the use of BIM IFC for 3D indoor GIS was reviewed, especially on the data conversation, data management, and 3D spatial analysis. The aim of this paper is to reveal the 3D indoor GIS requirements for space management. Therefore, the requirements were analyzed in four aspects: 1) data level integration; 2) data management; 3) 3D indoor GIS analysis; and 4) 3D space management. 3D space management was developed according to the requirement. Future research will be testing the conversion data in a GIS environment, the data structure for the 3D indoor GIS will be designed and a prototype will be developed to demonstrate the spatial analysis functionalities for 3D space management.
Tendering Issues and Improvement in Public Infrastructure Project Through Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)/Private Finance Initiative (PFI)
Authors: Khaderi Shamsida Saidan , Bakri Anis Sazira , Abd Shukor Ani Saifuza , Mohamad Kamil Abdul ‘Izz , Mahbub Rohana 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
In recent year, there have been an increasing market of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)/Private Finance Initiative (PFI) for the development and operation of public infrastructure projects in Malaysia. The aim of PPP/PFI is to encourage greater participation of private sector in delivering public services. However, due to lack of knowledge on PPP/PFI procurement bring it being criticized especially in tendering process. Some PPP/PFI projects are the subject of lengthy political debate before they go to tender, causing further delay in their execution. Though, very little empirical studies have been conducted in the area of its overall implementation and tendering process. Therefore, the objectives of the research are to identify and understand the PPP/PFI implementation and practices in public infrastructure project in Malaysia; to determine issues and challenges in PPP/PFI tendering stage; and to propose PPP/PFI tendering improvement. The overall research process and methodology is divided into three phases: The first phase starts with extensive literature search on the current state and issues regarding to tendering in PPP/PFI public infrastructure projects and analysed the relevant documents of PPP/PFI. Based on these searches appropriate problem statement, research aim and objectives are established. The second phase deals with questionnaire survey. The study mainly focuses on concessionaires who are involved in PPP/PFI projects in Malaysia. The third phase is to synthesize the data collected from the literature review, document analysis and questionnaire survey. Finally, is to report the findings, conclusion, recommendation and further research based on the final outcomes. Expected outcomes from the research project are to provide new insight on the theoretical perspectives on tendering for public infrastructure project through PPP/PFI implementation.
Deriving Urban Design Principles for Jeddah Corniche Developments: User-Preferences Approach
Authors: Oudah Reem Fuad , Ragab Tarek , Shokry Mohammed 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Today, many recreational waterfront developments are only superficially pleasant as they lack significant design qualities needed by users. Notions on waterfront qualities create communication gaps between a designer vision and end-user perception. Designers might formulate objectives and ideas on waterfront qualities without adequately understanding the true needs and preferences of users, which encompass aspects deeper than merely visual features. This study evaluated the design quality of the recent development of Jeddah north Corniche. It aimed to analyse the relationship between physical patterns and users activity patterns, which will assert in understanding how seafronts physical pattern produces different social interactions; and how these activity–physical pattern relationships make this public realm work or not. This research employs questionnaires data collection method to interpret the activity patterns that appear to relate with particular use of design features. Analysing this relationship will conclude seafront socio-physical design principles, which take into account users preferences and the unique characteristics of Jeddah location and its Islamic culture, and encourage excellence in the design quality of urban waterfronts; focusing on creating prosperous, sustainable and liveable social environments. In addition, it will add insights and complement the application of urban design theories and practices, which could lead to further studies aiming to improve recreational seafronts design quality.