IMPLEMENTATION OF THE MALAYSIAN GARDEN CONCEPT CRITERIA TO URBAN PUBLIC PARKS

Authors

  • Ahmad Zamil Zakaria Department of Built Environment Studies & Technology, Faculty of Built Environment, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA, PERAK BRANCH, MALAYSIA
  • Kartina Alauddin Department of Built Environment Studies & Technology, Faculty of Built Environment, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA, PERAK BRANCH, MALAYSIA
  • Nor Aini Salleh Department of Built Environment Studies & Technology, Faculty of Built Environment, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA, PERAK BRANCH, MALAYSIA
  • Kharizam Ismail Department of Built Environment Studies & Technology, Faculty of Built Environment, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA, PERAK BRANCH, MALAYSIA

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21837/pm.v23i39.1934

Keywords:

The Malaysian Garden Concept, Urban Parks, Cultural Heritage, Landscape Architecture, Park Design Implementation

Abstract

The Malaysian Garden Concept (MGC), introduced by the National Landscape Department (NLD) in 2009, intends to integrate cultural heritage, ecological values, and aesthetic design into urban parks. However, implementing MGC has faced challenges, with many parks prioritising modern aesthetics over cultural and ecological principles. This study aims to assess the level of MGC implementation in two (2) public parks developed by the NLD. The objectives are to evaluate the effectiveness of MGC criteria and identify the challenges in their application. The research employs an observational method, using the MGC guidelines to assess the parks. Findings reveal that both parks partially adhere to the MGC criteria, with significant gaps in cultural and heritage integration. The discussion highlights the need for better enforcement and stakeholder education. Recommendations include enhancing awareness and implementing MGC guidelines more strictly. This study makes a novel contribution to the Malaysian planning literature by translating MGC policy guidelines into measurable, on-site design assessments, thereby linking conceptual frameworks to real-world implementation. Future studies should address long-term sustainability and promote a more proactive approach to MGC implementation in park development.

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2025-12-28

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Zakaria, A. Z., Alauddin, K., Salleh, N. A., & Ismail, K. (2025). IMPLEMENTATION OF THE MALAYSIAN GARDEN CONCEPT CRITERIA TO URBAN PUBLIC PARKS. PLANNING MALAYSIA, 23(39). https://doi.org/10.21837/pm.v23i39.1934

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Vol. 23 (2025): PLANNING MALAYSIA JOURNAL : Volume 23, Issue 6, 2025

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