Exploring the Soundscape Components of KLCC Park

Harith Othman; Nurul Amira Abd Jalil; Aidatul Fadzlin Bakri; Rashidah Jimi Sham

Harith Othman
Nurul Amira Abd Jalil
Aidatul Fadzlin Bakri
Rashidah Jimi Sham

Abstract

KLCC Park is famous for its design and features, which draw visitors from all over Kuala Lumpur. However, the park is surrounded by tall buildings and ongoing construction, resulting in significant noise that needs to be mitigated through the design of its soundscape. While KLCC Park has been extensively studied for its urban park benefits, there is a lack of formal study on KLCC Park's soundscape design. Hence, this study aims to explore the soundscape components of KLCC Park. The study's objectives are to identify the elements that make up the layout design of KLCC Park, to describe the sound level, and to analyse the visitor’s perception of the sound environment. The study utilises a mixed-method approach, including case studies, sound measurements, and questionnaire surveys. The findings reveal that more than half of the park is covered in greenery, while the rest comprises of water features and pathways. The maximum sound level recorded was 68 dB, which falls within the normal range for an urban park. Respondents agreed that the park’s sound environment is generally excellent, although occasional noise from nearby construction sites can be heard in certain areas of the park. The results of this study will help improve the future urban park soundscapes by highlighting the correlation between hardscape and softscape elements, water features, and nature.

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