PROJECT 1 - SITE ANALYSIS REPORT (Ar. Shahira Group)

SITE ANALYSIS
4TH MILE
PORT DICKSON
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DECLARATION OF SUBMISSION
This report is submitted for the subject ARC60206 Architectural Design Studio IV in the
School of Architecture, Building & Design, Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus.
Name of Site : 4th Mile Beach, Port Dickson

Lecturer : Ar. Shahira Shaharuddin
Group Members :
Azeerah Mubarakh Ali 0328906

Chin Kar Mun 0332532
Chong Heen Nang 0327635
Daren Lai Kam Fei 0332570
Deenie H’yatt 0319719
Kamalia Maisarah Norman 0333332
Lee Jia Yee 0333311
Loy Chen Huey 0327663
Noor Deana Noor Azman 0333560
Syed Abdullah Redha 0328006
Tan Yin Yee 0329499
Wendy Lau Jia Yee 0333538
4TH MILE PORT DICKSON BEACH | ARC60206 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO IV | APRIL 2019
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We would like to express our deep gratitude to our lecturer, Ar. Shahira Shaharuddin for her
patient guidance, enthusiastic encouragement and useful critiques for this project.
We also thank our School of Architecture, Building and Design in Taylor’s University Lakeside
Campus for providing us the tools and equipments to carry out our measuring works.
Last but not least, we would like to thank the land owner of the 4th Mile Port Dickson Beach
for enabling us to access the site for our analysis report. We would also like to thank the land
owner for their generous time and assistance in helping us with our research during
interviews.
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 2.4 Circulation
1.1 Aims and Objectives 2.4.1 Accessibility 30
1.2 About Port Dickson 2.4.2 Parking Area and Accessways 31

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1.2.1 Location of Site 2.4.3 Vehicular Pattern 32
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1.2.2 Demographic 2.4.4 Hotspot 36
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1.2.3 Climate 2.4.5 Pedestrian Circulation 37
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1.2.4 Landmarks 2.5 Utilities
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1.2.5 Historical Timeline 2.5.1 Electricity 40
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2.5.2 Sewer 41
CHAPTER 2: SITE ANALYSIS 2.6 Sensory
2.1 Site Context 2.6.1 Visual 43

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2.1.1 Land-Use Zoning 2.6.1.1 Serial Vision 44
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2.1.2 Height of Buildings 2.6.2 Point of Interest 45
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2.2 Natural Physical Features 2.6.3 Audible 46
2.2.1 Contours 2.6.4 Tactile 47

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2.2.2 Drainage Pattern 2.6.5 Olfactory 48
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2.2.3 Soil Type 2.7 Human and Cultural
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2.2.4 Vegetation 2.7.1 Passive and Active Activity 50
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2.2.5 Rocks 2.7.2 Activity Intensity 51
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2.2.6 Organism 2.7.3 SWOT 54
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2.3 Man Made Features 2.7.4 Users’ Opinion 55
2.3.1 Existing Buildings 25

2.3.2 Walls, Fencing, Patios, Bus Stop Shelter CHAPTER 3: SYNTHESIS
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2.3.3 Surrounding Vernacular 3.1 Issues and Potentials 58
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2.3.4 Benches, Sculptures and Paving Patterns 3.2 SWOT 60
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 4: CONCLUSION
4.1 Conclusion
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CHAPTER 5: REFERENCES AND APPENDICES

65
5.1 Drawings
67
5.2 Interview Transcripts
5.3 Glossary 69
5.4 References 70
5.5 Appendices 73
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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
The aim of this report is to successfully document the environmental

qualities and conditions for human and environment sustainability
significances of the 4th Mile Beach, Port Dickson. Our objectives are to
document the significance of the site that will accompany the analysis report.
In this project, we aim to apply the basic architectural knowledge such as

measuring and recording data using the right techniques. With this applied
knowledge, we intend to describe the environmental qualities and conditions
for human and environment sustainability through the intensive research and
interviews that we will conduct.
From the gained information, we will also focus on the elaboration of the
relationship between environmental qualities and conditions to the
significance of the site as well as its occupancy. This will be done through
observations on-site and analysis on the collected data inventory.
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ABSTRACT
This report is produced for the subject ARC60206 Architectural Design Studio IV in the
School of Architecture, Building & Design, Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus. The purpose
of the report is to analyse the 4th Mile Beach, Port Dickson and produce a report based on
our analysis. The report shall elaborate on the significance of the 4th Mile Beach from
various aspects such as environmental qualities and conditions for human and environment
sustainability.
In a group of 12 students, we were required to relate the environmental qualities and

conditions of the site to its significance, highlighting how these elements support the
inhabitation of the site. Hence, this report is important to allow users and visitors to learn
about the site and appreciate its environmental qualities.
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Aims & Objectives
1.2 About Port Dickson

1.2.1 Location of Site
1.2.2 Demographics
1.2.3 Climate
1.2.4 Landmarks
1.2.5 Historical Timeline
Figure 1: View of Port Dickson
4TH MILE PORT DICKSON BEACH | ARCHITECTURE DESIGN STUDIO IV | ARC6020 6 | APRIL 2019 1
1.1
INTRODUCTION | AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
The aim of this report is to successfully document the environmental qualities and
conditions for human and environment sustainability significances of the 4th Mile Beach,
Port Dickson. Our objectives are to document the significance of the site that will
accompany the analysis report.
In this project, we aim to apply the basic architectural knowledge such as measuring and
recording data using the right techniques. With this applied knowledge, we intend to
describe the environmental qualities and conditions for human and environment
sustainability through the intensive research and interviews that we will conduct.
From the gained information, we will also focus on the elaboration of the relationship
between environmental qualities and conditions to the significance of the site as well as its
occupancy. This will be done through observations on-site and analysis on the collected
data inventory.
CHAPTER 1.2
ABOUT PORT DICKSON
1.2 About Port Dickson

1.2.1 Location of Site
1.2.2 Demographics
1.2.3 Climate
1.2.4 Landmarks
1.2.5 Historical Timeline
Figure 3: The Bay by the Beach
1.2.1
ABOUT PORT DICKSON | LOCATION OF SITE
1.2.2
ABOUT PORT DICKSON | DEMOGRAPHICS
DESIGN CONSIDERATION DESIGN CONSIDERATION DESIGN CONSIDERATION DESIGN CONSIDERATION
● Designing a ● Designing a space that is ● Target users are adults, ● Designing a space the
family-friendly space more inviting for other teens and children suits local needs for there
● Providing a space that is ethnics for the majority is ● Designing spaces that are are more locals compared
accessible and safe Malay appropriate for all ages to tourists
● Providing a safer and
secured area for children
1.2.3
ABOUT PORT DICKSON | CLIMATE
1.2.4
ABOUT PORT DICKSON | LANDMARKS
1.2.5
ABOUT PORT DICKSON | HISTORICAL TIMELINE
CHAPTER 2
SITE ANALYSIS
2.1 Site Context 2.4 Circulation

2.1.1 Land-Use Zoning 2.4.1 Accessibility
2.1.2 Height of Buildings 2.4.2 Parking Area and Accessways
2.2 Natural Physical Features 2.4.3 Vehicular Pattern
2.2.1 Contours 2.4.4 Hotspot
2.2.2 Drainage Pattern 2.4.5 Pedestrian Circulation
2.2.3 Soil Type 2.5 Utilities
2.2.4 Vegetation 2.5.1 Electricity
2.2.5 Rocks 2.5.2 Sewer
2.2.6 Organism 2.6 Sensory
2.3 Man Made Features 2.6.1 Visual
Figure 4: View of Port Dickson 2.3.1 Existing Buildings 2.6.1.1 Serial Vision
2.3.2 Walls, Fencing, Patios, Bus Stop 2.6.2 Point of Interest
Shelter 2.6.3 Audible
2.3.3 Surrounding Vernacular 2.6.4 Tactile
2.3.4 Benches, Sculptures and 2.6.5 Olfactory
Paving Patterns 2.7 Human and Cultural
2.7.1 Passive and Active Activity
2.7.2 Activity Intensity
2.7.3 SWOT
2.7.4 Users’ Opinion
CHAPTER 2.1
SITE CONTEXT
2.1 Site Context

2.1.1 Land-Use Zoning
2.1.2 Height of Buildings
Figure 5: The Pathway by the Beach
2.1.1
SITE CONTEXT | LAND USE ZONING
2.1.2
SITE CONTEXT | HEIGHT OF BUILDING
CHAPTER 2.2
NATURAL PHYSICAL FEATURES
2.2 Natural Physical Features

2.2.1 Contours
2.2.2 Drainage Pattern
2.2.3 Soil Type
2.2.4 Vegetation
2.2.5 Rocks
2.2.6 Organisms
Figure 6: The Beach view for Sunset
2.2.1
NATURAL PHYSICAL FEATURES | CONTOUR
The topography of the beach site in Port Dickson overall is flat and
suitable for development. Our given beach site area which is located
slightly lower compared to the higher point of the residential area.
The slope increases the visibility of the site area from far, however,
the softscape planted within the site average height is about 15m tall
and some of them would obstruct the direct view to the building
from the road or residential area.
There is an area which is inaccessible to visitor which located at the

northeast in the site plan shown beside. Trees and bushes are poorly
maintained that lead to an inactive area for both local and tourists.
The slightly higher ground level of the residential site is also an

advantage that leads to a rain flow drainage system which could rely
on natural flow of rainwater drainage. Water would eventually flows
through the river and then flow into the sea.
2.2.2
NATURAL PHYSICAL FEATURES | DRAINAGE PATTERN
Inaccessible Plantation
Rain water will flow down the

slope then into the man made
drainage.
Pathway in Beach Site
Kerb slow down the speed of the

direct rain flow down to the
pathway for main circulation.
Drainage Pattern
The natural drainage flow for the drainage system is characterised by the slope.
The runoff volume increase with the stiffness of the slope. The beach area located
at a lower point compared to the residential area. As a result, rain water will flow
according to the topography of site from high to low point, flow into the small river Small River
then lastly into the beach.
Rain water gradually flow into
river then it will finally lead to the
beach.
2.2.6
NATURAL PHYSICAL FEATURES | DESIGN CONSIDERATION
2.2.3
NATURAL PHYSICAL FEATURES | SOIL TYPES
A’
CARPARK
SEGMENT A SEGMENT B SEGMENT C MANGROVE SITE BOAT PARKING
Tar
Sandy soil Hard soil Sandy soil Muddy Rock Sandy
Soil Types in Long Section Cut A-A’
2.2.3
NATURAL PHYSICAL FEATURES | SOIL TYPES
B
B’
Soil Types in Short Section Cut B-B’
SMALL SLOPE CAMPING SITE ENTRANCE TO CAMPING SITE

Sea Water Rocky Sandy Soil Hard Soil Tar
2.2.4
NATURAL PHYSICAL FEATURES | VEGETATION
Mangrove Tree
Located beside the proposed site. Function as a protective
barrier for the shoreline. Cooler within this area, but human
density is low because of its muddy soil condition.
Rhu Laut Coconut

Can grow up tp 13 meter Mostly found along the
high. Create a well shaded beach side. Users usually
area underneath. Picnic spot camping around the area.
for users.
2.2.4
Inaccessible Forest
Located at residential area in Segment B. Average height for
trees is about 16 meters, bushes are all higher than human
height. It is poorly maintained
Tree- Lined Alley

Trees planted along the alley provide ample of shaded area, but
human density is still low due to the poor maintenance of
drainage system.
2.2.4
Palm Tree
Planted in sequence along the beach in Segment B. Breeze
passing through and produce rustling sound which triggered
audible sense of users.
Dried Tree
Dried trees not being remove and remain there show a poor
maintenance of site.
2.2.5
NATURAL PHYSICAL FEATURES | ROCKS
Rocks
There are 10 rocks cluster along the main roadside of the Segment A. Well planning
area for the landscape, by landscaping with rocks and stones to accompany plants
and trees along the roadside. Different texture, colour and interest into the
softscape site area.
2.2.6
NATURAL PHYSICAL FEATURES | ORGANISMS
Mollusc Sea Snails
Crab Crab
Organisms Along The Beach
There are many different types of living

organism beneath the sand, they will
appear themselves during the low tide.
Some of the excavate holes and live
fairly sedentary lives inside their holes
and chambers.
Seaweed
CHAPTER 2.3
MAN-MADE FEATURES
2.3 Man Made Features

2.3.1 Existing Buildings
2.3.2 Walls, Fencing, Patios, Bus Stop Shelter
2.3.3 Surrounding Vernacular
2.3.4 Benches, Sculptures and Paving Patterns
Figure 7: Gazebo by the Beach
2.3.1
MAN MADE FEATURES | EXISTING BUILDINGS
STALL ON THE BEACH

BUS STOP ON THE ROADSIDE
MODERN GAZEBO ON THE BEACH
TIMBER GAZEBO ON THE BEACH
GAZEBO NEXT TO THE

MANGROVE SWAMP
OCTAGONAL GAZEBO
TRADITIONAL MALAY HOUSE

GAZEBO WITH DOUBLE PYRAMID HIP ROOF
2.3.2
MAN MADE FEATURES | WALLS, FENCING, PATIOS
Retaining wall along the proposed site perimeter

which built up from stones and clay bricks.
SOIL EROSION
FLOOD
SOIL EROSION
FLOOD
2.3.3
MAN MADE FEATURES | SURROUNDING VERNACULAR | ROOF FORM
AWNING ROOF (STALL) DOUBLE PYRAMID HIP ROOF
DOUBLE OCTAGONAL GAZEBO ROOF

(OCTAGONAL GAZEBO)
SHED ROOF
(MODERN GAZEBO) GABLE ROOF
(BUS STOP)
DOUBLE OPEN GABLE ROOF

(TIMBER GAZEBO)
GABLE ROOF
(FOOD STALL) CURVE ROOF
(FOOD STALL)
2.3.4
MAN MADE FEATURES | BENCHES, SCULPTURES AND PAVING PATTERNS
PAVING PATTERN AT THE STALL

ON THE BEACH
MAPS ON THE SITE CONCRETE VASE
PAVING PATTERN AT THE BUS

INFORMATION BOARD
STOP
WELL DESIGNED WALKWAY FOR

PEDESTRIAN
STEEL AND TIMBER BENCH
PAVING PATTERN OUTSIDE A

RESTAURANT
STEEL BENCH CONCRETE BENCH
CHAPTER 2.4
CIRCULATION
2.4 Circulation
2.4.1 Accessibility
2.4.2 Parking Area and Accessways
2.4.3 Vehicular Pattern
2.4.4 Hotspot
2.4.5 Pedestrian Circulation
Figure 8: Entry point to the CampsIte
2.4.1
CIRCULATION | ACCESSIBILITY
Entry points are easily detected by the existence of

stairs leading from the road to the beach. There are
many entry points that can be found along the beach
for pedestrian to enter the beach site but there is no
designated entry points for pedestrian to enter our
site.
DESIGN CONSIDERATION
Proper entry points must be made to improve the

circulation of the people as they can have a shorter
route to reach the destination.
Other than that, few zebra crossings are provided in

order for pedestrian to cross the road safely.
2.4.2
CIRCULATION | PARKING AREA AND ACCESSWAYS
- Illegal parking along the side of the beach is due to the lack of parking areas nearby. Designated parking are minimal and some are quite far for
people to access from the parking areas to the beach.
- By parking along the side of the beach, it is easier for visitors to transport their items and equipments.
A designated parking area should be made to prevent illegal parking. This
will also encourage people to visit the beach as it is convenient for them to
park their car and is nearby the beach.
2.4.3
CIRCULATION | VEHICULAR PATTERN
- An access road from the main road into the parking lot
must be built to allow cars to enter the site.
- Upon exiting the site, locals and tourists are more likely
to turn left as it leads to the town which locates more
attractions and the same route brings them to the
highway to Kuala Lumpur.
- To avoid congestion upon exiting from the site to the
main road, slip road to the left should be proposed as it
allows vehicles from the site to slowly join into the main
road instead of doing a 45 degree turn.
2.4.3
WEEKDAYS TRAFFIC FLOW
LOW
MEDIUM
HIGH
MORNING NOON EVENING NIGHT
Medium intensity of traffic occurs in weekdays Low traffic happens in the noon as not much Quite similar with the traffic in the morning, medium
morning on the main road as people are going attention can be found in the area. intensity if traffic takes place as workers are going
to office and kids are going to school. back home from work. As for night, people would
come to the nearby area to have dinner.
2.4.3
WEEKENDS TRAFFIC FLOW
LOW
MEDIUM
HIGH
MORNING NOON
EVENING NIGHT
Traffic intensity are low in the morning during the However in the noon, we can see an upsurge
weekends. This is because the ocean water is very of traffic as more people are coming to the Traffic intensity reaches its peak on saturday night
cold in the morning hence it is not encourage for beach. More shoplots and restaurants are where an ongoing pasar malam next to petronas
people to come during early mornings. Most shoplots now open. occur, inviting users from all over town.
are restaurant are close too.
2.4.3
Based on a whole day data collection on a Saturday, we can sum up the traffic pattern in the morning and noon
are still moderate therefore vehicles are moving smoothly. Meanwhile in the evening, it can get really congested as
locals and also visitors are attracted to the ‘Pasar Malam’. Other than that, minor parking areas provided had
cause drivers to park their vehicles illegally on the road sides.
MORNING AND NOON NIGHT
- Existence of traffic light helps to slow down the flow of

traffic therefore visitors have time to look around the
area.
- Add traffic lights near by the site to allow visitors to
slow down and have a look at our site from far.
2.4.4
CIRCULATION | HOTSPOT
Most of the hotspots found in the area are gazebos and picnic sites as it is one of the
main attraction of Port Dickson.
2.4.5
CIRCULATION | PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATION
As for pedestrian circulation on a Saturday and Sunday, major footprints can be found at North side of the site as more picnic spaces
provided and more activities can be done nearby such as Banana Boat etc. In the evening on Saturday, majority of the flow of
pedestrian circulation is shifted to the ‘Pasar Malam’.
2.4.5
CIRCULATION | PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATION
At the moment, there is no proper walkway that connects the beach to our site
DESIGN CONSIDERATION (BRIDGE)

The bridge is very unstable and it is easily removed
thus a strong and proper bridge should be built to
prevent accident. It will also encourage people to walk
to the campsite from the bridge.
DESIGN CONSIDERATION (WALKWAY)

No proper walkway is available from the beach site to
the campsite, it is just a land filled with grass. An
intentional proper pathway should be built to
encourage people from the beach area to be able to
access to the campsite.
CHAPTER 2.5
UTILITIES
2.5 Utilities
2.5.1 Electricity
2.5.3 Sewer
Figure 9: People camping near the beach
2.5.1
UTILITIES | ELECTRICITY
SPOTLIGHT LIGHTING UP THE

COMMERCIAL AREA
BROKEN LAMP POST ON THE BEACH
LAMP POLE AND ELECTRIC

SPOTLIGHT LIGHTING UP THE WHOLE AREA POLE AROUND THE
RESIDENTIAL AREA
SPOTLIGHT PROJECTED FROM

GROUND ALONG THE BEACH
LAMP POST OUTSIDE A
RESTAURANT
LAMP POLE ALONG JALAN

LOW LAMP POLE AT THE JUNCTION
PANTAI
2.5.2
UTILITIES | SEWER
CHAPTER 2.6
SENSORY
2.6 Sensory
2.6.1 Visual
2.6.1.1 Serial Vision
2.6.2 Point of Interest
2.6.3 Audible
2.6.4 Tactile
2.6.5 Olfactory
Figure 10: Mangrove Trees
2.6.1
SENSORY | VISUAL
View facing west provides the best view to the proposed site,
thus it is ideal to design the community centre facing west.
2.6.1.1
SENSORY | SERIAL VISION
1. Low painted white brick wall at entrance evokes sense of arrival.

2. Following the tar road, height of the wall decreased to half and span a 10
metres long leading the circulation.
3. Road ended with a wide open area caused users lost of direction.
4. Void formed between trees frame the horizon view of the sea attracting the
users to explore.
5. Trees on the middle of the walkway split the walkway into 2 framing the sea.
6. Breeze creates rustling sound that drives movement of users.
7. Texture of stone contrast along the shoreline with the soft sand that
stimulate senses.
8. Move beyond the trees, an unobstructed panorama view.
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8
2.6.2
SENSORY | POINT OF INTEREST
WATER ACTIVITY - Water activities play an important role in

attracting tourist.
CAMPSITE - People get to experience different type of vacation

compared to normal “staying in hotel” holiday. They are
surrounded by the nature and can immerse themselves
completely in it.
KITE FLYING - Sufficient wind at the site made kite flying one of
the activities to do there. Parents get to spend precious time
with their kids and improve their communication.
NIGHT MARKET - The night market here happens every

Saturday night. Tourists that come for a weekend getaway will
still have a chance to taste the local delicacy.
ANJUNG KELANA - The main building material of this house is

recycled wood. It has the potential to become the landmark and
give an identity to PD due to the uniqueness of the facade and
very environmental friendly.
PETRONAS - The petrol station is considered as one of the

point if interest because of the hot weather in Malaysia, tourist
will tend to go to get a cold drink there after doing activities at
the beach.
- Design of the building can be done by making the accessibility within all these
point of interest easier.
- It can also act as a concept for the preliminary circulation of the community
swimming centre.
2.6.3
SENSORY | AUDIBLE
1. Waves
2. Louder sound of waves crashing on the rocks
3. Birds
4. Rooster
5. Human activities
6. Street vendors
7. Campsite
8. Busy traffic
6 9. Aeroplane
10. Night market (Saturday night only)
3
- Rows of trees between the main road and the beach act as sound barrier to
10 reduce the transmission of sound from the busy traffic to the beach.
Quiet - Road at residential area is normally quiet with the exception of sunday noon there
were a number of lorries passing by.
7 - Proposed site is placed at a strategic location, away from the negative noises.
5
8
Building material should be chosen wisely in order to enhance the sound of waves or buffer
the sound of the negative noise like the sound of busy traffic.
Noisy 1
Proposed sitting area

- Trees provide shades to the
2 selected area.
Manmade (negative) noise
Natural (positive) noise
2.6.4
SENSORY | TACTILE
ROCKS - The rocks at the rocky site is slippery and sharp. It may
cause danger for the users that walk on it.
CRAB NEST - When it is low tide, we are able to see crabs

building up their nest with “sand sheres”. For people with
trypophobia, it is definitely a bad idea for them to walk on it.
PRICKLY SEASHELL - As you walk further, you will come to a land

full of seashell. You will get the feel of tons of seashell under your
feet. You are encourage to walk with your slipper on to prevent
getting cut.
MORNING GLORY - There is a part of beach where morning glory

grows all over the sand. When you are walking it, your leg would
get tangled by the vines.
SOFT SAND - The sand of the beach is so soft that every step
you take, your feet would sink almost one inch into the sand. It
makes you slow down your pace and allows you to enjoy the
scenery.
BREATHING ROOTS - The breathing roots that exposed to the air

create a sense of barrier to stop people from walking on it. It is
also quite hard to walk on the muddy land.
The texture of different surfaces gives different feelings to the users. It can be integrated
with the spaces, thus creating different kind of spatial experiences.
2.6.5
SENSORY | OLFACTORY
1. There is an obvious odor from the sea when the

prevailing wind is from South West. This might be
caused by the pollution of the sea.
2. Electric generators that were used by the campers give

out waste gases that might create health problem to
the public in a long run.
3. Highly used public toilet by the beach has a strong

pungent smell due to lack of maintenance.
4. The smells of food from night market (Saturday night)

do attracts people but at the same time create hygiene
problems to the surroundings. (pungent smell coming
from drainage full of trash)
5. Open burning is one of the activity that still being

carried out by people in PD and it has invited a lot of
environment issues by toxic gases.
6. The mangrove swamp emits unpleasant smell due to

stagnant water. It may be the breeding ground for
mosquitoes thus create a lot of health issues.
- Due to high percentage of negative smells on site, planting of plants that gives
out pleasant smell might help the current situation.
- Community swimming center can be built further away from the main road to
prevent the toxic fumes of traffic from entering.
CHAPTER 2.7
HUMAN AND CULTURAL
2.7 Human and Cultural

2.7.1 Passive and Active Activity
2.7.2 Activity Intensity
2.7.3 SWOT
2.7.4 Users Opinion
Figure 11: A Walkway to the end of the beach
2.7.1
HUMAN AND CULTURE | PASSIVE AND ACTIVE ACTIVITY
WALKING PICNIC
BEACH ACTIVITIES STALLS
SWIMMING CAMPING
SIGHTSEEING FISHING
2.7.2
HUMAN AND CULTURE | ACTIVITY INTENSITY
8.00 AM - 12.00 PM
MEDIUM
INTENSITY
MEDIUM
INTENSITY
LESS
INTENSITY
● During sun rise, people can be seen flocking cafes for breakfast across the street.
● The beach will mostly be used for camping, jogging, and sight-seeing purpose.
● The human density within these few hours is lesser at starting from the commercial shop
lots towards the ocean. It will then gradually increase till noon time.
○ There will be less activities happening at the beach in the morning where only few
people will engage with the site/swimming centre.
2.7.2
12.00 PM - 5.00 PM
LESS
INTENSITY
HIGH
INTENSITY
HIGH
INTENSITY
● Due to the hot temperature in the afternoon, most people will move towards gazebos and big trees for the shades.
● The high temperature at this time will cause fast evaporation of sea water which will then form sea breeze blowing from
sea to land and form waves. People prefer to dip in the ocean during these hours for the waves & cool water.
○ This could potentially attract people to the site/swimming centre due to high human density.
● The tides becomes low in the evening resulting people to walk further towards the ocean.
○ This will provide easy access to site/swimming centre from any direction
2.7.2
5.00 PM - 9.00 PM
HIGH
INTENSITY
MEDIUM
INTENSITY
LESS
INTENSITY
● During this period, sunset viewing would be the main factor of why people stay and go to the beach, it gives a calm
and intimate feeling that goes together the waves coming from the rising tide.
● The beach is dark at night resulting people to leave the place.
● During night time, the open spaces across the road will be having a night market attracting people from the beach
and other places. The human density can be seen shifting from the beach towards the commercial area.
● Having light sources on site / swimming centre would be very useful as it will guide people to go there. This will
spark people’s interest to explore more at night rather than leaving.
2.7.3
SITE ANALYSIS | SWOT
S.W.O.T ON MICROSITE
Strength Weakness
● High tide & muddy sand give restrictions to certain activities.

● Trees surrounding the site provides a certain level of privacy for activities ● No retaining wall to hold the ground in-place.
● Big canopy trees provide partial shading on site which allowing users to ● Low visibility at night, no light sources for activities.
do activities without getting direct sunlight.
● Calm & quiet environment make site suitable for passive activities.
Opportunity Threats
● Light installation on site guides people to come during night time. ● Huge rocky area near the shore may cause harm to people.
● Slope on site to be used as entry or exit point from site during low tide. ● No restriction on site may pose threats to users.
● Strong & thick tree trunks on-site capable as become structural support
for hammock, or tents.
2.7.4
SITE ANALYSIS | USERS OPINION
IDENTITY OF PORT DICKSON WHY COME TO THIS BEACH
● Internationally recognised as a tourist destination

● Bring the children to play water
● Where Malaysian military was established
● Close to where the locals stay
● Lighthouse as the symbol of Port Dickson
● Nearby schools
● Many elderly residents and salesmen are former soldiers
● The beach as the fishermen’s boats’ port
● Port Dickson International Triathlon
● Strategic location and easy to go to as it is the nearest to Seremban
● Light Festival
and Kuala Lumpur
● Pesta PD that ended in 2014 and Pesta Air that is still on going
● The only beach that can see aeroplanes
● Military Drills and Recruitments
● Not as crowded as other beaches
● Centerpoint for many trips / Pitstops to other states
● Shallow water that is suitable for swimming
EVENTS AT THE 4TH MILE PORT DICKSON BEACH

WHY CHOOSE THIS BEACH
● Port Dickson International Triathlon
● Pesta PD that was discontinued in 2014 ● Locals think there are not a lot of people there
● Military Drills and Recruitments ● Closest beach to tourists’ hometown
● Convenient as there are nearby food stalls and water activities
● Nice place to picnic especially on Segment B and C as they aren’t
too crowded
2.7.4
THOUGHTS ON COMMUNITY SWIMMING CENTRE M

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LOCALS HAWKERS
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● Separates the crowds ● Attracts more tourists
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● Provides job opportunities for locals ● Creates a new environment for Port Dickson
● Includes another option for swimming ● Safer swimming condition for children
● Locals who work outstation are reluctant on the idea of ● Decreases local unemployment rate
Port Dickson becoming too urbanised as they prefer to ● Higher potential of beach pollution
return home and relax in nature ● Lost of cultural and heritage aspects of Port Dickson
● Safer and secured area rather than swimming in the ● Unnecessary development due to the fact that there
beach are provided swimming pools at resorts and hotels
● Unnecessary as there is already a beach to swim in
TOURISTS
FISHERMAN
● Gives more options as it can be accessed at any time
no matter if it’s high tide or low tide ● Unnecessary development as it could affect
● Beneficial for locals and tourists livelihood
● High possibility of bad management from the
experience of the beach
● Regular visitors dislike the idea as they come to the
beach to relax privately with their families
2.7.4
SUGGESTIONS FOR COMMUNITY SWIMMING CENTRE
LOCALS
● Include more toilets

● Provide swimming classes
TOURISTS
● Provide swimming classes for kids

● Prepare first aid
● Include hot spring bath
● Provide better lighting at night
HAWKERS
● Design proper drainage from the swimming center towards the main drainage system
● Prepare a lifeguard tower to maintain the safeness of the area
CHAPTER 3
SYNTHESIS
3.1 Issues and Potentials
3.2 SWOT
Figure 12: The trees by the beach
CHAPTER 3.1
ISSUES AND POTENTIALS
Figure 13: Port Dickson Beach side
3.1
SYNTHESIS | SUMMARY OF SITE
CHAPTER 3.2
S.W.O.T
Figure 14: Boats dock by Port Dickson Beach
3.2
SYNTHESIS | S.W.O.T
CHAPTER 4
CONCLUSION
4.1 Conclusion
Figure 15: Low Tide at Port Dickson Beach
4.1
CONCLUSION
From this project, we have successfully delved deep into the constituents of executing fieldwork and
data collection. We were able to translate the data we acquired into 3D models, scaled drawings and site
analysis through the use of computer softwares such as Revit and AutoCad. We were also were able to
produce an in-depth report on Port Dickson 4th Mile beach based on our thorough analysis and
research.
Delegation of tasks were also appropriately done to ensure that we could effectively finish within the
stipulated time. Apart from the technical aspects of this subject, we also had the chance to immerse
ourselves in Port Dickson’s rich cultural and heritage to fully understand our site. Undertaking this
subject was an intense learning process which enhanced our knowledge of methods of site analysis. It
was a joy for all of us to be able to learn about the site and connect with the locals of Port Dickson 4th
mile beach, who showed us great hospitality.
Conclusively, this experience has left us with a clearer understanding on the significance of architecture,
culture and history of not just Port Dickson but all sites, and the importance of documenting these
aspects as concisely as possible.
CHAPTER 5
REFERENCES AND APPENDICES
5.1 Drawings
5.2 Interview Transcripts
5.3 Glossary
5.4 References
5.5 Appendices
Figure 17: Car Park by the Beach
CHAPTER 5.1
DRAWINGS
Figure 18: Sunset during the evening
5.1
REFERENCES AND APPENDICES | DRAWINGS
SOIL
EROSION
FLO
OD
CHAPTER 5.2
INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPTS
Figure 19: The Campsite
5.2
REFERENCES AND APPENDICES | INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPTS
CHAPTER 5.3
GLOSSARY
Figure 20: People enjoying by the Beach
5.3
REFERENCES AND APPENDICES | GLOSSARY
Alongshore - Near or parallel to the shoreline

High Tide - The maximum elevation reached when rising tide
Accessibility - the quality of able to reach the destination
Inhabit - A person or animal live in an environment
Bar - An emerged or submerged mound of sand, gravel or shell material built on the
Land-Use Zoning - The type of development allowed on a particular land such as residential
ocean floor in shallow water by currents or waves
and urban services
Barrier spit - A barrier beach that is connected to the land at one end with the other end
Low Tide - The minimum elevation reached when falling tide
extending into a body of water
Mangrove -Trees that is grow in tidal or a coastal swamps that have numerous tangled roots
Beach - A sandy shore that extended landward from the lowest water line to the line of
that grow above around thus forming a dense thickets
permanent vegetation
Node - a point in a diagram where pathways intersects or branch
Beach face - The section of the beach where is normally is exposed to the wave uprush
Olfactory - The sense of smell
Campsite - A place that is suitable for camping
Pathway - A track that serves a path for people to walk on to a direction
Car park - an area where cars are left temporarily
Quality - the standard of something that is taken to measured against other things to define
Circulation - The movement to and from the destination
the degree of excellency
Condition - the state of something based on its appearance, quality and the working
Sensory - Relating to the physical senses such as sight, sound, smell, touch and taste
order
Sustainability - The ability of maintaining a certain level
Context - The circumstances that form the statement which on can fully understood
Sculpture - An three-dimensional form carved by either stone or wood or by casting metal or
Contour - The outline bounding the shape of a form
plaster
Cliff - a steep rock face that i found at the edge of the sea
Synthesis - The combination of elements to form a connected whole
Demographics - The statistical data based on the population within it
Tactile - Connected with the sense of touch
Drainage - A system of drains
Tide - The periodic rising and falling of the sea water as the results of the gravitational
attraction of the moon, the sun and other astronomical bodies acting upon as the earth rotates
Environment - the surroundings in which where a person or a human can operates
Traffic Lights - a set of automatically operated colour, it is used to control the trsggic by
Environmental - Relating to the nature and how it impacts the human activity on its
pedestrian crossing.
condition
Upland - Higher ground compared to the floodplain
Fieldwork - A practical work conduct by a group of researcher in the natural environment
Uprush - the flow of water towards the land onto the beach that occurs during wave breaks
Flood tide - The period between the lowe tide and high tide
Gazebo - a small building for a temporary stay that gives a wide view of the surrounding
CHAPTER 5.4
REFERENCES
Figure 21: The Campsite by the Beach
5.4
REFERENCES AND APPENDICES | REFERENCES
(2010). Retrieved from World Weather and Climate Information:

https://weather-and-climate.com/average-monthly-Rainfall-Temperature-Sunshine,port-dickson-negeri-sembilan-my,Malaysia
(2013). Retrieved from Mobile Geographics LLC: https://tides.mobilegeographics.com/locations/6262.html
(2019). Retrieved from tide-forecast: https://www.tide-forecast.com/locations/Port-Dickson-Malaysia/tides/latest
Jr, J. A. (2001). Site Analysis: Linking Program and Concept in Land Planning and Design. Canada: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Marsh, D. A. (2014). Retrieved from adrewmarsh: http://andrewmarsh.com/apps/releases/sunpath2d.html
Meteoblue. (2008, February). Retrieved from https://www.meteoblue.com/en/weather/forecast/week/kampung-sirusa_malaysia_1764258
Network, U. o. (2019). Retrieved from Climate: https://www.climate.ox.ac.uk/wordpress/oxford-climate-research/physical-climate-system/
TidesChart. (2019). Retrieved from https://www.tideschart.com/Malaysia/Negeri-Sembilan/Port-Dickson/Weekly/
White, E. T. (1983). Site Analysis: Diagramming Information For Architectural Design. Tallahassee, Florida: Architectrual Media Ltd.
(2017). Retrieved from Port Dickson Municipal Council: http://www.mppd.gov.my/en/visitors/port-dickson-history
(2012). Retrieved from The Borneo Post: https://www.theborneopost.com/2012/06/06/port-dickson-a-town-with-a-military-history/
CHAPTER 5.5
APPENDICES
Figure 22: The Walkway from the Beach to the Campsite
5.5
REFERENCES AND APPENDICES | APPENDICES
5.5
5.5
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SITE ANALYSIS

Name of Site : 4th Mile Beach, Port Dickson

Azeerah Mubarakh Ali 0328906

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 2.4 Circulation

1.1 Aims and Objectives 2.4.1 Accessibility 30

1.2 About Port Dickson 2.4.2 Parking Area and Accessways 31

CHAPTER 2: SITE ANALYSIS 2.6 Sensory

2.1 Site Context 2.6.1 Visual 43

2.2.1 Contours 2.6.4 Tactile 47

2.3.1 Existing Buildings 25

CHAPTER 5: REFERENCES AND APPENDICES

The aim of this report is to successfully document the environmental

In this project, we aim to apply the basic architectural knowledge such as

In a group of 12 students, we were required to relate the environmental qualities and

1.1 Aims & Objectives

1.2 About Port Dickson

Figure 1: View of Port Dickson

1.2 About Port Dickson

Figure 3: The Bay by the Beach

DESIGN CONSIDERATION DESIGN CONSIDERATION DESIGN CONSIDERATION DESIGN CONSIDERATION

2.1 Site Context 2.4 Circulation

2.1 Site Context

Figure 5: The Pathway by the Beach

2.2 Natural Physical Features

Figure 6: The Beach view for Sunset

There is an area which is inaccessible to visitor which located at the

The slightly higher ground level of the residential site is also an

Rain water will ﬂow down the

Pathway in Beach Site

Kerb slow down the speed of the

Soil Types in Long Section Cut A-A’

SMALL SLOPE CAMPING SITE ENTRANCE TO CAMPING SITE

Rhu Laut Coconut

Tree- Lined Alley

Mollusc Sea Snails

Organisms Along The Beach

There are many different types of living

2.3 Man Made Features

Figure 7: Gazebo by the Beach

STALL ON THE BEACH

MODERN GAZEBO ON THE BEACH

TIMBER GAZEBO ON THE BEACH

GAZEBO NEXT TO THE

TRADITIONAL MALAY HOUSE

Retaining wall along the proposed site perimeter

AWNING ROOF (STALL) DOUBLE PYRAMID HIP ROOF

DOUBLE OCTAGONAL GAZEBO ROOF

DOUBLE OPEN GABLE ROOF

PAVING PATTERN AT THE STALL

PAVING PATTERN AT THE BUS

WELL DESIGNED WALKWAY FOR

STEEL AND TIMBER BENCH

PAVING PATTERN OUTSIDE A

Figure 8: Entry point to the CampsIte

Entry points are easily detected by the existence of

Proper entry points must be made to improve the

Other than that, few zebra crossings are provided in

WEEKDAYS TRAFFIC FLOW

MORNING NOON EVENING NIGHT

WEEKENDS TRAFFIC FLOW

MORNING AND NOON NIGHT

- Existence of traﬃc light helps to slow down the ﬂow of

DESIGN CONSIDERATION (BRIDGE)

DESIGN CONSIDERATION (WALKWAY)