Abstract
Heritage buildings represent the tangible cultural heritage of a community. However, many of the heritage buildings have being left neglected. Ipoh as a city rich in heritage, has many dilapidated heritage buildings which are experiencing a resurging interest. However, the problems faced by many owners are the lack of technical information of such buildings, leading to premature abandonment and demolition. Therefore, the objectives of this study are to determine the types and extent of defects present in the building studied. To achieve these objectives, a case study of a century old heritage property in Ipoh, Perak was conducted. The study aims to provide reference to owners and those responsible for the conservation of heritage buildings with similar conditions to identify and prioritize critical defects in relation to the building life span to determine its condition. The findings determined the probable causes of defects such as settlement and façade cracks, which are over 30 years old, were attributed to leaking plumbing pipes, rainwater ingress and the construction of an adjacent 20 story apartment building. The major issues to address were stabilizing the foundation through cement grouting, reinforcing the existing structural systems and roof systems as well as arresting the decay of timber floor structure. In conclusion, major maintenance guidelines are need to address structural issues and weather tightness of the building envelope, especially its roof and drainage systems.
Highlights
MATEC Web of Conferences the fourth largest city in Malaysia
The major issues to address were stabilizing the foundation through cement grouting, reinforcing the existing structural systems and roof systems as well as arresting the decay of timber floor structure
Since the great fire of 1892, the original part of Old Ipoh city was rebuilt with brick buildings and clay roof tiles
Summary
MATEC Web of Conferences the fourth largest city in Malaysia. Since the great fire of 1892, the original part of Old Ipoh city was rebuilt with brick buildings and clay roof tiles. The general significance of the study is that, by understanding the causes of defects through the life cycle of the building, a general guideline for heritage buildings maintenance can be framed for these buildings to be usable instead of being demolished for redevelopment. This is significant to provide reference to neighboring owners and those responsible for the conservation of heritage buildings with similar conditions to identify and prioritize critical defects in relation to the building life span to determine its condition
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