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A. Ghafar Ahmad, (1995), "Building Conservation in Malaysia: Air-conditioning Systems", Produced by Optima Karya & School of Housing, Building & Planning, Universiti Sains Malaysia.

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(Synopsis: Building conservation in Malaysia is considered new in th elocal architectural practice. Historic buildings are preserved and conserved for various reasons including historical and architectural significance, cultural and emotional ties, economic gains and tourism development. Unlike modern building, historic buildings are more prone to building defects, one of which is poor installation of air-conditioning systems. This video presentation features the types of air-conditioning systems widely used in many historic buildings in Malaysia. Other related problems are also discussed in this 20-minute documentary.)

A. Ghafar Ahmad, (1997), "Pemuliharaan Bandar Warisan Di Malaysia", (Trans: Conservation of Historic Cities in Malaysia), Produced by Optima Karya & School of Housing, Building & Planning, Universiti Sains Malaysia.

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(Synopsis: Conservation of city or urban is an important aspect to be considered in any city development, particularly the historic cities. Historic cities like Malacca, Taiping, Georgetown, Kota Bharu, Kuala Lumpur and Kuching, have historical, cultural and architectural significance which should be preserved and maintained for future generations. This 15-minute video documentary gives a general view of historic cities and the importance of city/urban conservation)