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Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad (BSAS)
Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad (BSAS) Block 1 is a historic civic landmark in Kuala Lumpur, completed in 1897 and forming part of the iconic Dataran Merdeka heritage precinct. The conservation and adaptive reuse project seek to preserve the building’s historic fabric and architectural significance while upgrading its performance for contemporary use. The project is pursuing certification under the GBI NREB Historic Building Tool v1.01, targeting a Building Energy Intensity (BEI) of 138 kWh/m²/year, representing a 34% reduction in energy consumption, alongside an OTTV of 34 W/m², significantly below the allowable limit of 50 W/m², and roof U-value of 0.49 W/m²K.
Innovative Sustainability Features
BSAS Block 1 demonstrates how the building’s original passive design can work alongside modern sustainability measures. Its OTTV of 34 W/m² and roof U-value of 0.49 W/m²K support reduced heat gain, while thick masonry walls, high ceilings, shaded walkways, and natural daylighting provide passive environmental benefits. The project targets a 34% reduction in energy use, achieving a BEI of 138 kWh/m²/year, while water-efficient fittings contribute to a 66% reduction in water consumption. Approximately 60% of the existing building materials are retained and reused, reducing embodied carbon and avoiding the environmental impacts of demolition and reconstruction. Together with low-VOC materials, ozone-friendly refrigerants, and energy-efficient lighting, these measures demonstrate how minimal intervention and adaptive reuse can transform a historic building into a more sustainable asset.
Certifications & Awards
GBI NREB: Historic Building
Certified (design assessment)
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Project Location:
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
10,692.8 m2
2026
Status:
Completed
Project Team:
Owner: Aset Warisan Tiga Sdn. Bhd.
Registered Conservator: H&C Heritage Services Sdn. Bhd.
Conservator Architect: Arkitek LLA Sdn. Bhd.
Architect: Neuformation Architects Sdn. Bhd.
Mechanical & Electrical Engineer: Perunding Timur Sdn. Bhd.
Civil & Structural Engineer: Perunding YAA Sdn. Bhd.
Landscape Architect: Inchscape Sdn. Bhd.
Quantity Surveyor: Unitech Qs Consultancy (KL) Sdn. Bhd.
Sustainability Consultant: IEN Consultants Sdn. Bhd.
Signage and Wayfinding: William Harald Wong & Associates Sdn Bhd
Traffic Consultant: Perunding Trafik Klasik Sdn Bhd
Fire Engineering Consultant: Safety Services & Logistics Sdn Bhd
Lighting Consultant: Lumino Design Consultants Sdn Bhd
Retail Consultant: Allan Soo RE Consultants
A/V Acousitc & Multimedia Consultant: Juru & Teras Bersekutu Sdn Bhd
IEN Project Team Members:
Sarah Salim
Edric Wong
Gregers Reimann
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