Lessons Learned from the Adaptations of Post-Flood Housing Reconstruction in Kuala Krai, Kelantan

Abstract

The outcome of post-disaster housing (PDH) in Malaysia, particularly in Kuala Krai Kelantan, has remained unexplored. Therefore, this paper attempted to discover the project impacts in Kampung Manek Urai Lama by investigating housing adaptation and modification. Accordingly, this study employed a case study method involving 18 respondents through purposive sampling. Findings revealed that the original house design does not consider several spatial needs and living traditions; the result established that these shortcomings were the main factors affecting the housing modifications. Thus, the outcome of this study presents discoveries that can facilitate disaster management in Malaysia, specifically when planning for future post-disaster housing.