This project by Gan Shing Yen as part of a studio at Universiti Sains Malaysia reflects on how traditional markets can stay ahead amidst shifting customer behaviours. “Traditional markets are considered a sunset industry. As a Gen-Y individual, I seldom visit traditional markets for daily purchases,” Gan reflected. “Meanwhile, commercial retail chains, coffee shops and cafes are thriving … as architects, we must proactively address this situation.”
Exterior perspective showing the preserved heritage market building (right) < > Interior perspective < > < >The concept for Marketplace 2045 originates from the fundamental necessity of food—a convenience that is often taken for granted by today’s generations, considering how much ...
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