Commercialising Adaptive Reuse of Historical Buildings in Kuala Lumpur as an Approach towards Sustainability

Authors

  • Shahrul Yani Said Institut Seni Kreatif Nusantara (INSAN), Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia; Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Nur Yazmin Abu Hassan Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Desy Aryanti Fakultas Teknik Sipil dan Perencanaan, Universitas Bung Hatta, Sumatera Barat, Indonesia

Keywords:

Adaptive reuse, Historic buildings, Sustainability, Commercialising heritage

Abstract

This study examines the relationship between sustainability and adaptive reuse in historic buildings in Asia, specifically in Pasar Seni and REXKL. Adaptive reuse can help preserve these structures and prevent demolition and reconstruction costs. The commercialisation of adaptive reuse could significantly impact Kuala Lumpur's urban planning, supporting circular economies, conservation efforts, and waste reduction strategies. This approach could also help Malaysia achieve its Sustainable Development Goals and support the Kuala Lumpur Heritage Agenda. The study uses data from case studies and interviews to determine the consequences of adaptive reuse implementation on social, economic, and environmental sustainability.

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Published

2026-01-28

How to Cite

Said, S. Y., Abu Hassan, N. Y., & Desy Aryanti. (2026). Commercialising Adaptive Reuse of Historical Buildings in Kuala Lumpur as an Approach towards Sustainability. Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal, 10(SI41). Retrieved from https://ebpj.e-iph.co.uk/index.php/EBProceedings/article/view/7732

Issue

Vol. 10 No. SI41 (2025): Dec. 2nd International Conference on Logistics & Transportation 2023, ICLT2023, Convention Hall, Universitas Andalas, Padang, Indonesia, 20-22 Nov 2023

Section

Sustainable Environment

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