This is a thematic studio based on the theme ‘ sustaining humanities’ architecture for people, place and time. Designing for sustainability has been a fundamental issue for architects in our time within a global and regional contexts. In line with the current discourse on sustainability, it upholds the belief that architecture can create better places, that architecture can affect society anf humanity, and it can have a role in making a place civilized by making a community more liveable.

Understanding the site environment and targeted user group is the fundamental in designing a site-reflected architecture. Hence, the proposed design project has to reflect the theme and address the needs of required user group. In addition to the theme of sustaining humanities, the module focuses on the development of integration with technology, environment and cultural context in architectural design

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Learning Outcome 

1. To design spaces that will effectively show case and promote the culture of different ethnic groups in Muar City.
2. To align design, which will create a positive impact to the immediate neighborhood (Jalan Maharani, Jalan Abdullah, Sungai Bentayan & Back Alley), more engaging and inviting hence, encourage people to stay and explore.
3. To respect and positively affect site and neighboring places with it is highly engaging design. Where in the designed public areas serves as a platform to engage people thru exhibition, workshop and other type of activities.
4. The Cultural & Innovation Centre can be an iconic image to the city and a cultural landmark.
5. Maximize usage of passive design such as natural ventilation and natural lighting