Waterfront Development in Malaysia: Do We Have Sustainable Governance?

Yassin, Azlina Md; Bond, Sandy; McDonagh, John

doi:10.1080/14445921.2011.11104338

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“…In Malaysia, rivers make a huge contribution in terms social interaction, primary source of transportation, element of cultures and traditions (Md Yassin et al, 2011). Waterfront is the origin of human culture and economic development.…”

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“…In defining waterfront, there are several definitions and interpretations based on the characteristics of sites and cities (Dong, 2004). Waterfront acts as an interaction zone between urban development and water bodies (Md Yassin, Bond, & McDonagh, 2011). Zhang (2002) on the other hand, defined waterfront as a place that integrates land with water and having a natural attraction to people.…”

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The Evolution of Historic Waterfront: A Case Study of George Town, Penang

Salim¹,

Bahaj²

2018

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Waterfront development emerged as one of the important issues of urban design and planning since it provides an opportunity to improve social well-being, economic development and physical setting of a city. In recent decades, many waterfronts have experienced reorientation from brownfield to commercial, residential and recreational areas. Many early cities are located close to water bodies due to water being a form of transportation. However, the advancement of modern infrastructures such as roadways and increased modes of transportation has moved the central business district into inner lands. This has left many old city centres suffering economic depression, losing their local identity as people moved to other places, and eventually facing abandonment. In this case, tourism is seen as a panacea to help revitalizing those areas. This paper seeks to address the evolution of historic waterfront at World Heritage Sites in Malaysia, from the perspective of tourism development. By using evolutionary analysis based on previous resources and maps, it demonstrates that government development agencies and tourism development have been the key agents of change in influencing waterfront redevelopment.

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The Evolution of Historic Waterfront: A Case Study of George Town, Penang

Salim¹,

Bahaj²

2018

PMJ

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“…European port cities generally transformed the industrialization era, starting as traditional port cities formed by past trade relationships between Europe and Asia (Warsewa, 2017). Port cities are located in coastal areas and the banks of large rivers are traversed by trade routes, producing port cities, especially in Asian regions (Yassin, 2010). Historically, Indonesia is a maritime nation that was a stopover for trade routes, especially the spice trade (Rukayah, 2021).…”

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Traces of the Spice Route in the Architecture and City of Banjarmasin in South Kalimantan, Indonesia

2024

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The spice route is a highly valuable trade route, influencing human civilizations, particularly trade cities along this route from the XIII -XVIII AD. Banjarmasin is one of the cities traversed by this spice route, with its primary commodity being pepper. This research retraces the influence of this trade, juxtaposing it with the formation of the city and the architectural character of the buildings in Banjarmasin up to the present day.This research employs historical qualitative methodology and is located in the city of Banjarmasin, covering the period from the initiation of the spice trade during the Banjarmasin sultanate era to the end of the colonial period in Banjarmasin (1500-1900 AD). The research steps are secondary data collection which serve as raw data for an in-depth study, primary data collection conducted to confirm the previously gathered secondary data, data analysis and interpretation which organized according to the historical context and the environment of the city of Banjarmasin in chronological order until a common thread is obtained. Subsequently, Findings and Compiling research conclusions which the results of the analysis are discussed in relation to various theories or concepts to derive interpretations from the research.It concludes that the spice route played a crucial role in the formation of Banjarmasin, consisting of three stages: the stage where Kampung Keraton evolved into the center of the Banjarmasin sultanate, the stage of the establishment of territorial arrangements due to the spice trade contract between the kingdom and the Dutch East India Company, and the stage of territorial control by the colonial government. The development of local architecture varied, influenced by the knowledge acquired by merchants before colonization, which was applied to their residences, and modern architecture built by the colonial government in the form of various facilities and infrastructure.

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“…In Malaysia, rivers make a huge contribution of social importance to global transportation; as an element in cultures and traditions, as a source of primary and secondary production, and for biodiversity (Yassin, Bond, & McDonagh, 2011). For instance is Malacca River, which it flows through the middle of Malacca City in the state of Malacca which connected to the Straits of Malacca and act as a vital trade route during the heyday of Malacca Sultanate in the 15 th century.…”

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Investment Performance For Riverside Property Development: The Shore Malacca

Yassin

Shafii

Musa

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Purpose: This paper aims to determine the challenges in developing riverside property and to identify the investment performance of riverside property development in Malacca. The research was conducted within the case study area namely The Shore Malacca which built next to Malacca River. This riverside development (The Shore Malacca) not only included residential units but also commercial units. It is believed that this type of development is able to bring up the quality of that particular area which then causes the property price to increase. The results were based on the series of interviews conducted with selected respondent which are person directly involved with the development of The Shore Malacca, as well as reviewed several related documents. From the data, there were several challenges identified in developing riverside property in the case study area, and these challenges were then categorised under three category: minor, moderate and major challenges. Moreover, The Shore Malacca has the best investment performance in year 2015 with a highest occupancy rate and the worst investment performance in 2017 with the lowest number of occupied outlet units. This situation happened due to the shrink of economic and the low purchasing power of buyers in real estate market of Malacca. Therefore, this result will help the investor to make decision to investment in Malacca riverfront development and to enhance the economic value of riverfront areas. Design/methodology/approach: This research adopted qualitative research approach along the research process. The Shore Malacca was selected as a case study area. The results were based on the series of interviews conducted with selected respondent which are person directly involved with the development of The Shore Malacca, as well as reviewed several related documents. Findings: The results has identified several challenges while developing The Shore Malacca, and then categorised under three categories: minor, moderate and major challenges. The results also determined the Shore Malacca has the best investment performance in year 2015 with a highest occupancy rate and the worst investment performance in 2017 with the lowest number of occupied outlet units. This situation happened due to the shrink of economic and the low purchasing power of buyers in real estate market of Malacca. Therefore, this result will help the investor to make decision to investment in Malacca riverfront development and to enhance the economic value of riverfront areas. Research limitations/implications: in this research, investment performance is seen from the business performance (operational) in the Shore Malacca. Since some information is considered confidential especially in terms of profit, the results was not viewed holistically, but were based on respondent justifications. Practical implications: Hopefully, this result will help the investor to make decision to investment in Malacca riverfront development and to enhance the economic value of riverfront areas. Originality/value: This research combines the study of real estate and investment performance. Moreover, this research had employed series of interviews with respective stakeholders that directly involved in the riverfront projects.

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Waterfront Development in Malaysia: Do We Have Sustainable Governance?

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Cited by 8 publications

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The Evolution of Historic Waterfront: A Case Study of George Town, Penang

The Evolution of Historic Waterfront: A Case Study of George Town, Penang

Traces of the Spice Route in the Architecture and City of Banjarmasin in South Kalimantan, Indonesia

Investment Performance For Riverside Property Development: The Shore Malacca

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