Architectural Evolution of Heritage Masjid in Negeri Sembilan; Heritage Masjid Tanah Datar

Abstract

The architecture of heritage masjids reflects the physical context to depict the local community's engagement in terms of social, cultural, and behavioral manifestations. The Negeri Sembilan Heritage Masjid's disappearance highlights the need to safeguard cultural heritage. This study intends to present the original, extended layout and the current architectural evolution of the heritage masjid in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. This study demonstrates how the evolution and transformation of heritage masjids display distinct concepts and characteristics of extension as a result of the local community's social and cultural needs. This research includes recommendations for the architects and conservators to manage the legacy of the heritage masjid conservation in the future to sustain the cities among the communities.