The Implementation of Malay Traditional Architectural Elements in Mukim Sabak Mosque, Kota Bharu Kelantan

Abstract

This paper intends to investigate, examine and evaluate the implementation of traditional Malay architectural elements into Mukim Sabak Mosque at Kota Bharu Kelantan. The focus of study was to analyse the characteristics of traditional Malay Kelantan architecture based on the architectural elements appear. The elements involved consists of the roof, wall panel, pemeleh, tebar layar and gateway. Qualitative research applied during the case study conducted at Mukim Sabak Mosque. Method of collecting data gained through literature review, library research, historical research, field research and survey. Various technique have been use while recording the data such as observations, interviews, document analysis and visual recordings. Finding proved that, Mukim Sabak Mosque was successfully implemented the Kelantan traditional Malay architectural elements into it even most of the advance technology appeared. An approach from designers and developers in adapting of traditional architectural elements into a new building should be continue. This may solved the problem in getting a built-in source. Attempt to make the Mukim Sabak Mosque as a benchmark, appreciating the values of traditional architecture are important especially from the Kelantan’s society itself. Parallel with that, a way of implementing the traditional architectural elements into a current development will inspire other state or regions and potentially raise it up globally.