CLEANLINESS INSPECTION OF THE ABLUTION SPACES OF THE FEDERAL TERRITORY MOSQUE
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https://doi.org/10.21837/pm.v17i10.624Keywords:
Architectural drawing analysis, Federal Territory Mosque, Malaysian iconic mosques, physical observation, space cleanliness and hygieneAbstract
Muslims go to mosques to congregate in prayers; some Malaysian mosques carry historical value, whereas some are simply fine works of art. The term "Iconic Mosque" has been defined by the Islamic Tourism Centre in Malaysia as “having a design which represents the modern architecture and the cultural identity of the country”. Some evidence shows that the ablution spaces in Malaysian Mosques encountered many issues regarding their cleanliness. Three methods of study were used to analyse the Federal Territory Mosque ablution spaces: physical observation, architectural drawing analysis, and interview. The research aims to improve the cleanliness of the ablution areas by studying their design aspects. The study’s significance is to evaluate the cleanliness of ablution spaces at the Federal Territory Mosque. The findings of this research revealed that using a natural ventilation system could significantly improve the cleanliness of the ablution areas if accompanied by a mechanical system. The investigation analysis discovered that a smaller ablution room design could result in an unhygienic space. The users’ abuse is one of the crucial factors that impact the ablution room cleanliness.Downloads
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