This publication provides an in-depth examination of the growth and spatial transformation of Malaysia’s premier city, following its journey from a modest tin-digging settlement in the mid-19th century toward its modern ambitions as a major global metropolis. The authors carefully outline the foundational eras under local chiefs and early leaders, subsequent shifts during the British administration, the wartime disruptions of the Japanese Occupation, and the political and administrative shifts following national independence. By looking closely at key blueprints and development frameworks like comprehensive master plans and long-term structure goals, the text highlights the complexities of rapid growth, demographic distributions, housing supply pressures, and economic milestones. Furthermore, it addresses enduring colonial footprints alongside contemporary megaprojects, urban renewal initiatives, and ongoing dialogues surrounding environmental sustainability, socioeconomic balance, and inclusive civic planning.
History and Urban Planning in Kuala Lumpur
Academics, Architecture, Environmental Planning And Management, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysiana, Southeast AsiaEzrin Arbi, Rosilawati Zainol, Faizah Ahmad
2024. Universiti Malaya Press.
Paperback, 22.8 × 15 × 1 cm, xi + 411 pages
ISBN 9789674884161
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