Tourist-Dependent Adaptive Reuse in the Old Residential Quarter of Melaka City, Malaysia

Nearly 25% of actively used buildings in Melaka City's old residential quarter have been repurposed for tourist-dependent uses (TDUs), predominantly along Jonker Street. This adaptive reuse, while economically significant, raises concerns about potential negative impacts on the area's character and sustainability. The study classifies these reuse approaches and assesses their effects on physical, social, economic, and tourism aspects. Surveys involving local residents, business owners, and tourists revealed varied perceptions of adaptive reuse, highlighting both benefits and challenges. The research proposes planning measures to regulate such transformations while preserving the quarter's heritage value.

CHUA, R. S., & DEGUCHI, A. (2011). TOURIST-DEPENDENT ADAPTIVE REUSE IN THE OLD RESIDENTIAL QUARTER OF MELAKA CITY, MALAYSIA. Journal of Architecture and Planning (Transactions of AIJ), 76(662), 779–787. https://doi.org/10.3130/aija.76.779