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THE DUTCH EXPERIENCE:ENJOYING ARTS, CULTURE AND ARCHITECTURE IN AMSTERDAM

Mention Amsterdam and many people inevitably think of liberal drug laws and red light districts. But there’s a lot more to this charming old city, as discovered by a group of 21 SABD students during their exhilarating study trip there with their lecturers, Pn. Nurul Anida and Pn. Delliya Mohd Zain.

It was a busy itinerary for the students from the time they arrived in Amsterdam until they departed. In less than a week, they experienced the richness of Dutch arts, culture, history and architecture. Among the highlights were:

SABD Activity Week 2011, Oct. 2-9

1. Getting to Know Amsterdam The students enjoyed the beauty of the city by going on a 45-minute canal ride through its historic canals. They also explored the city further on foot, visiting famous places, such as Raadhuisstraat Street, Amsterdam Royal Palace, Nieuwe Kerk, Dam Square and the National Monument.

2. Enjoying the Arts and Culture of Amsterdam It was a thrill for the students to immerse themselves in the city’s arts, culture and lifestyle during the trip. They visited impressive windmills, toured around museums like Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Stedelijk Museum to see amazing collections of artwork from the Golden Age to the contemporary era, explored Java Island and Borneolaan on bicycle, strolled through Amsterdam’s most popular park known as Vondel Park and watched Social Media Circus, a stand-up comedy show at the popular Boom Chicago.

3. Discovering Amsterdam’sContemporary Architecture Amsterdam has some cool contemporary architecture and the students had the opportunity to see some of them. First was the WoZoCo’s Apartments for elderly people in Osdorp by MVRDV, a group of young Dutch architects. The building is known for its distinctive cantilevered features. They also saw the Science Center NEMO designed by famous architect Renzo Piano; the futuristic-looking ARCAM (Amsterdam Architecture Center); the Amsterdam Central Public Library, the largest in Europe; and the NDSM-Wharf, a former shipyard on the banks of the river IJ that is being transformed into a cultural complex.

4. Roaming Around Rotterdam Venturing beyond Amsterdam, the students took a train into Rotterdam, the second largest city in Netherlands. The day trip included visits to several key places, such as the Euromas Tower that offered a panoramic view of the city, Kunsthal Museum, Netherlands Architecture Institute (NAI), a cultural institute for architecture and urban development, and Kubuswoningen (Cube

House), a series of 45-degree houses that rest upon a hexagon-shaped pylon.

This Amsterdam study trip was filled with adventure, exploration, excitement and many memorable moments. The students returned home with a deeper understanding and appreciation for all things Dutch, as well as a closer bond with one another.

ARCHITECTUREDEGREE GAINSSTAMP OF APPROVAL

The accreditation signifies that the degree meets LAM’s stringent standard in quality education

on architecture, and most importantly, provides graduates exemption from the LAM Part 1

Professional Examination.

Taylor’s University Vice Chancellor and president Prof. Dato’ Dr. Hassan Said said he was proud

of SABD for being among the few institutions of higher learning in Malaysia to receive this

accreditation.

“The demand for registered architects in Malaysia is very high. We need around 15,000 architects

by the year 2020 to match Britain’s architect to population ratio of 1:1,860. To do that, Malaysia

needs approximately 1,325 architects to be registered every year until the year 2020,” he

explained. “With the LAM accreditation, we at Taylor’s University are honoured to be able to

contribute to the needs of our country by providing a quality architecture programme for our

future architects.”

SABD Dean Mr. Tony Liew dedicated the achievement to his academic staff, who are always

committed to give their best to students.

It means a lot to us to receive such recognition from a professional government body. It’s never an easy task to get accreditation from LAM so I must thank LAM for believing in us. We promise to continue enhancing our programme,” he said. “Most importantly, I want to thank the academics and students for their hard work over the years. They’re the backbone of our success in earning the accreditation.

The LAM accreditation refers to the official acceptance and endorsement that a particular

programme has been assessed and accredited to have attained the approved standard required

by the Council of Accreditation and Architectural Education Malaysia (CAAEM). Assessments

include the study modules, academics’ qualifications, facilities, students’ work and other factors.

SABD achieved yet another significant milestone when its Bachelor of Science (Hons) (Architecture) recently obtained the Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM) accreditation.

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TSSABD graduate Wan Kamarul Azri was feeling emotional as he witnessed the grand opening of ‘The Nostalgia of Kampung China’ exhibition at Muzium Negeri Terengganu recently.

While he was a Taylor’s student, he and 84 other SABD students and academics spent time at Kampung China, Kuala Terengganu in 2009 to measure and document in detail the village’s history and architecture, including the renowned 200-year-old Ho Ann Kiong Temple. The temple burned down in 2010 and the students’ sketches were used to rebuild it.

It was a proud moment for all of them when their work, along with some old photographs and artefacts, courtesy of Kampung China residents, were amassed and exhibited at the Muzium from February 20 to March 18 this year.

“It means so much to my former classmates and I who were involved in the project,” Kamarul said. Never in our wildest imaginations did we expect that our assignments would be exhibited at one of the biggest museums in South East Asia!”

Organised by SABD and the Centre for Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia (MASSA), in collaboration with Lembaga Muzium Negeri Terengganu and Jawatankuasa Kemajuan & Keselamatan Kampung Kuala Terengganu (JKKK), the exhibition gave visitors an opportunity to learn more about Kampung China’s history and cultural background.

Invited guest ADUN Bandar Kuala Terengganu YB Dato’ Toh Chin Yaw said the exhibition revealed the nostalgia of the quaint, yet vibrant Chinese village. “It brings to light the memories, the yearning for the past and the attachment of the local community to the place and the showcase of its diverse and rich architectural palette within the backdrop of our contemporary urban developments.”

SABD Dean Mr. Tony Liew said he was amazed with the entire project. “I’m truly proud of the students’ and lecturers’ achievement as I understand it took a lot of hard work to document and communicate the research findings to the stakeholders and public. What they’ve done at Kampung China eventually turned out to be a vital source of information in helping to rebuild the Ho Ann Kiong Temple.”

Once known as one of the most thriving trading posts in the Malay Archipelago, Kampung China is a significant heritage in Malaysia’s history. It is one of the oldest Chinese settlements in the country and has been the backdrop for countless important events that took place in Kuala Terengganu even before the official beginning of the Terengganu Sultanate.

This meaningful research project was also honoured with an Honourable Mention Award by Badan Warisan Malaysia at this year’s Mubin Sheppard Memorial Prize ceremony.

SPOTLIGHT ONMS. NOORIDAYUAHMAD YUSUF

Ms. Nooridayu joined Taylor’s University in 2009 as a Research Executive at the Centre for Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia (MASSA) and a tutor at SABD.

Since her arrival at Taylor’s, Ms. Nooridayu has devoted most

of her time to research and develop research work on traditional

marketplace and socio-cultural identity – Pasar Payang and

Kampung China, Kuala Terengganu; and Pasar Siti Khadijah,

Kota Bharu.

For the Kampung China project, she was awarded Taylor’s

Research Grant Scheme (TRGS) to conduct a study on the site

and produce an inventory of all the shophouses there. She

presented a paper about the project at the International

Conference on the Preservation and Promotion of Heritage in the

historical city of Malacca, which was subsequently published as

a chapter in a book titled The Multifaceted Aspects of Asian

Heritage by the School of Social Science, Universiti Sains

Malaysia. Most recently, together with the MASSA team, she

organised an exhibition titled “The Nostalgia of Kampung China”

at Muzium Negeri Terengganu. Currently, she is working on a

coffee table book project of the same title with To’ Puan Rosita

Abdullah (Author of Kulit Manis) as her mentor.

Among her ongoing research projects are Architecture in

The Humanities with fellow colleague Prof. James Potter and

Dr. Veronica Ng, and Architects and the National Heritage Act

2005 (Act 645) with Aidatul Fadzlin Bakri of UiTM, Shah Alam.

“Research should always go hand in hand with teaching

and learning as it gives both lecturers and students a strong

foundation in any subject matter,” said Ms. Nooridayu.

“My goal is to continue elevating MASSA to a respected and

renowned position as a research centre focusing on

scholarly activities and dissemination of knowledge on

modern architecture in Southeast Asia.”

A graduate of Universiti Teknologi MARA with a Master of

Science in Heritage and Conservation Management, her thesis

was on the significance of traditional marketplaces as a

manifestation of socio-cultural identity. She studied the physical

attributes of traditional marketplaces and how the qualities of

these attributes form the identity of the people and the place.

She obtained her Bachelor of Architecture from Cardiff

University, Wales, in 2004, under the tutelage of Prof. Simon

Unwin, author of Analysing Architecture, and Rachel Sayers of

Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios, London, England.

SABD Lecture Series

ZLG Sdn. Bhd. Managing Director Mr. Huat Lim presented about the making of

Point 92, an astounding office building that challenges the norms of today’s work

environment. He covered areas, such as its early investigations, research and

challenges.

Bringing forward the ideas of design and functionality, Point 92 pushes the

boundaries of vernacular design, construction methodology and sustainability.

Combining progressive thinking and sensitivity to the field of architecture, the

architects placed heavy focus on enhancing sustainable work-life environments

through critical choices of materials and construction. Unlike previous attempts

on similar constructs, Point 92 creatively addresses issues, such as assembly

of fragments, craftsmanship, truth of material and honest display of construction.

Date : May 15, 2012Speaker : Mr. Huat Lim Title : Workplace: The New Paradigm (Point 92)

In 2011, Ar. Lim was commissioned and appointed as the architect to design

and build a new Hua Zhong (Federation of Chinese Associations Malaysia)

building to replace its 21-year-old building located at Jalan Loke Yiew,

Kuala Lumpur.

He shared his design work for the new 15-storey Federation headquarters,

which would symbolise strength and the economic growth of the Chinese

community in Malaysia. The design embraces the culture and fundamental

Chinese architectural philosophy, with a blend of Greek architecture to

enhance the grandeur of the design. When it is completed, the building will

be a prominent one that reflects a true Malaysian Chinese identity.

Date : May 9, 2012Speaker : Ar. Laurent Lim Title : The Making of Hua Zong, Headquarters for the Malaysian Chinese Federation

4. Roaming Around Rotterdam Venturing beyond Amsterdam, the students took a train into Rotterdam, the second largest city in Netherlands. The day trip included visits to several key places, such as the Euromas Tower that offered a panoramic view of the city, Kunsthal Museum, Netherlands Architecture Institute (NAI), a cultural institute for architecture and urban development, and Kubuswoningen (Cube

House), a series of 45-degree houses that rest upon a hexagon-shaped pylon.

This Amsterdam study trip was filled with adventure, exploration, excitement and many memorable moments. The students returned home with a deeper understanding and appreciation for all things Dutch, as well as a closer bond with one another.

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STAFF CELEBRATESLAM ACCREDITATION

Joining in the celebration were Taylor’s University Vice Chancellor and President, Prof. Dato’ Dr. Hassan Said and Deputy Vice Chancellor Mr. Pradeep Nair, who thanked the SABD team for its hard work throughout the process.

“I know it’s not easy to secure the LAM accreditation and I’m very proud of the school’s achievement. It’s a sign that we’re doing the right things and the achievement will lead us to become a top university in the region.”

– Vice Chancellor and President, Prof. Dato’ Dr. Hassan Said

“It’s a historic achievement for the school in becoming the first private university to attain the LAM accreditation. I believe we did it because SABD has a very good leader in Dean Mr. Tony Liew. He is quiet but discipline, empirical and most importantly, has a clear idea of what architecture education is all about. Thank you very much to those who have played a part in this amazing feat!”

– Deputy Vice Chancellor, Mr. Pradeep Nair

“I’m very glad that I joined a great architecture school with wonderful colleagues, and now we’re a LAM accredited school. I always believe the best affirmation is when someone else says we’re good instead of us saying it. Now that LAM has recognised the quality of our programme, academics and students’ work, we can attract even more staff and students.”

– Dean, Mr. Tony Liew

“We’ve definitely gone through a lot of things since 2008 and waiting for the LAM accreditation felt like waiting for an examination’s result. When I got the news that we received the accreditation, I was almost in tears! It really means a lot to the school and our students. It acknowledges that we’re doing a great job in ensuring our students have the best education and a bright career pathway.”

– Deputy Dean, Dr. Veronica Ng

“When we first launched this degree programme in 2008, we were already looking forward to the LAM accreditation. As an academic, I feel the achievement recognises the excellence of our teaching staff. I’m so proud of what we’ve accomplished and am glad our hard work paid off.”

– Taylor’s Associate Dean, Teaching & LearningMs. Tamil Salvi (former Bachelor of Science (Hons)

(Architecture) Programme Director)

It was a joyous and emotional afternoon as SABD academic and administrative staff gathered for a party on 4 May 2012 to celebrate a momentous achievement – securing Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia’s (LAM) accreditation for its Bachelor of Science (Hons) (Architecture).

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