Site Analysis @ Pantai Kerachut

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S I T E P L A N

Site ALocation : Teluk Bahang. PenangDimension: 100m x 200mSurrounding Context: Forest / Beach

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CLIMATE

Average Land Temperature: 27°C

Average Sea Temperature : 29.5°C

Average Sand Temperature : 25°C

Average Humidity : 80%

5 principles to understand the wind direction and speed:•Velocity•Direction•Pressure•Convection (density & temperature)•Venturi effect

Convection diagram:As shown in the diagram, air (wind) flows from the forested area on the hill site to a meadow will tend to rise. It is due to air in the meadow is exposed to more solar radiation, hence making the air less warmer and dense.

Penang is hilly area therefore it has regional variation in weather. Dry Season : December to March Wet Season : April to November

Wind DirectionMay to September : from southeast, below 15 knots. November to March : from the northeast, around 10-20 knots.

Monsoon Seasons in PenangApril to May September to October.

Average Rainfall is 240-400mm. During this period, no outdoor activity is allowed.

*What is monsoon? It refers to the rainy phase of a seasonal changing pattern due to the reversing wind accompanied by corresponding changes in precipitation.

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Average Rainfall

Low Tide

High Tide

V I E W S

MAJOR VIEWS INTO THE SITE

A - Major view to site from the sea (Travelling by boat)

MAJOR VIEWS INTO SITE

View to Site from Sea

B – From the Beachside

View from Beachside

C - From the Arrival area after hiking (Sandy +

Minimum trees)

View from Arrival Area

MAJOR VIEWS FROM THE SITE

RANGER WATCH TOWER AREA COASTAL WATCH TOWER AREA

MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

COASTAL WATCH TOWER AREA

1. View of Beachside (“Ru” trees)

2. Pleasant view of the Ocean

3. View of jetty (under construction) & of incoming boats

4. A view of Minimum trees (Towards turtle breeding ground, Presence of Ambung-Ambung

trees)

POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE VIEWS

oak TREE

“RU” Trees (Oak Trees)

Oak Tree- Has taproots root type, which grows deep

underground, seeking a dependable supply of moisture.

- Traps and holds the soil in position, preventing mudslide or soil erosion of the beach.

- Provides shades for human activities below the tree.- Suitable for rough house construction.

Proportion of human scale to oak tree.

trees) MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

2. Pleasant view of the

OceanAn overview of the beach from the shelter area, a pleasant

panoramic view without obstruction.

trees)MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

3. View of jetty (under construction) & incoming boatsA not so pleasant view of the beach due to the construction

of the jetty, considered an eyesore the visitors.Also the view of many incoming boats to the shore can be

quite an unpleasant view.

Negative View

trees)MAJOR VIEWS FROM SITE

4. A View of Minimum treesTowards the turtle breeding ground & the presence of

Ambung-ambung trees.A shady area with trees as landscape.

RANGER WATCH TOWER AREA

1. View of Campsite/Campers

Positive Views

2. View of Forest/Jungle

1. View of Campsite / CampersA 180⁰ view of the campsite along with the campers.

An empty ground mainly for the purposes of camping, widely used for human activities.

Negative Views

1. View of Campsite/Campers2. View of Forest/Jungle

A 180⁰ view of the back of the campsite, jungle and part of the hiking trail.

The views are mainly blocked by the tall trees all around, obstructing a clear view of the hiking trail.

2. View of Forest/Jungle

Ascending Order of the Height of the Trees

Campsite Area

A Proportional Scale of the Jungle Trees to Average Human Size

Meranti Jelutong

QUALITY OF VIEWS

POINTS OF INTEREST

YELLOW - RANGER WATCH TOWERHas a 360⁰ view of the campsite and the jungle.

The empty land aids in the view of the ranger, ensuring the protection of the campers.

RED - COASTAL GUARD TOWERThe position along the beach ensures a clear

view of the jetty, shelter and the turtle breeding ground, of these are the responsibilities of the

coastal guard.In case of emergency, it creates easier access to the shelter, jetty and the turtle breeding ground

as well as the lake.

POINT OF INTEREST ON SITE

EXISTING STRUCTURE

BUILDINGS

LOCATION OF EXISTING BUILDINGS

CAMP SITE

SHOWER ROOM

RESTROOM

SHELTER

RESTING AREA (THE HALL)•It is built with an open space with no walls around it to show the scenery and activities that take place.•For a large group of one-day trip visitors.•A good place to have group activities.•Easy to get on and off the beach.•Why is it located there?

• The Northeast area of the beach has lower altitude so when high tide, sea water will cover the entire beach• The Southwest is prohibited to have any human activities as it is the breeding ground for the turtles.

The Hall Shelter

SIZE OF BUILDINGS ACCORDING TO HUMAN SCALE

CAMP SITE• Public area, no walls, no tall structures, experiencing the sense of nature.• Located near the jetty as these two points are actually the path of the main traffic.• It allows people to get on and off the beach.• Located away from the lake to reduce the air humidity as well as mosquitoes and other bugs.• A big flat ground covered with soil for people to do such activities.

Kitchen Table and Chair

SIZE OF BUILDINGS ACCORDING TO HUMAN SCALE

WHY IS IT BUILT LIKE THIS?

• It is built with an open space with no walls around it to show the scenery and activities that take place.

Example: -Sound of the wave and the leaves waving just like they are whispering in the forest. -Activities that take place around such as animals roaming around the area, tourist having picnic, birds viewing and many more. -Feel the space that the nature can provide. -Some of the place along the beach area has a different altitude compared to the normal ground level.

WHAT KIND OF COLORS AND MATERIALS DID THEY USED?

• The materials used in this area are cheap and easy to attain.

• The colors used are mainly to suit the surroundings such as the color of the soil and wood (brown).

The material they used would mostly be found in the forest around it.Example: - Timber, ropes and some steel and concrete for reinforcement.In order for the animals to not see it as an alien object , the materials are all nearly made to be of the same texture (wood texture).

WOOD AND CEMENT AS THE BASE

CONCRETE AND STEEL STRUCTURE

WOOD IS WRAPPED WITH ROPE FOR RESISTANT AND

REINFORCEMENT

STRUCTURE OF THE BUILDING

Questions that should be asked before designing:-Example:-

- What harm will they cause towards the environment?- Will the animals feel threatened?- What will the visitors think of the structure?

The joints between each section is carefully calculated and measured so that it will last longer and can withstand everything the nature is able to throw at.Example: - Monsoon season, drought, high salt content, soft earth foundation.

The building style also allows natural sunlight and wind to penetrate the inner side of the building. Besides, the materials used have been reduced due to the simple columns and roof structure.

MATERIALS

COLOR SCHEME

INFRASTRUCTURE

Stairway trails are another way to ascend higher slopes. The stairs are constructed by making cuts in the dirt, concrete and manufactured wood.

One example is the nature trails, which is used by people learning about the natural world. Many trails are designated day trails, meaning that they are generally used by people out for a short hike, less than a day. Some trails are designated backpacking trails, or long-distance trails, and are used by both day hikers and backpackers.

Concrete paving has also been used for what it offers in night- time visibility, environmental friendliness, and low maintenance.

Under high flow conditions, water runs over the roadway. The slot drain covers is constructed as one of the walkway.

SIGNAGE

The main purpose of a sign is to communicate, to convey information such that its receiver can make cognitive decisions based on the information provided. In general, signs can be classified into the following functions:

(a)Information: signs giving information about services and facilities, e.g., maps, directories, instructions for use, etc.

(b) Direction: signs leading to services, facilities, functional spaces and key areas, e.g., sign posts, directional arrows, etc.

(c) Safety and Regulatory :signs giving warning or safety instructions, e.g., warning signs, traffic signs, rules & regulations, etc.

SAFETY

Major advantages of trail lighting includes: prevention of accidents and increase in safety.

There is some three-strand twisted natural fibre rope along the steep trail, which is designed to stretch under load in an elastic manner in order to absorb the energy required to arrest a person in free fall without generating forces high enough to injure them.

There is an elevated water tank beside the camp site. The water tank provides storage of water for drinking, fire suppression, food preparation as well as many other applications.

C I R C U L A T I O N

Pedestrian Circulation Pattern

• Operating hours for registration: 8am- 6pm• Peak season: Saturdays, Sundays & School holiday• Family outings, school & cooperate camps• Average of 300 visitors • Limitation of 100 visitors at campsite• Night activities for campers are allowed with pre-registration.

Pedestrian Circulation Pattern

Vehicular Circulation Pattern

• Boat as the main vehicle• Traffic prohibited beyond the jetty• No specific boat schedule• Booking is required

Vehicular Circulation Pattern

Animal Circulation Pattern

• Turtles are sensitive towards light• Attracted by pokok abung

Animal Circulation Pattern

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