Application of the adaptive re-use concept in historical building (case study of cigarette factory Gunung Kedu and cigarette factory Gunung Kelapa enterprises residence)

Abstract

Cigarette Factory Gunung Kedu and Cigarette Factory Gunung Kelapa are kretek industries owned by the Atmowidjojo family. This family has a big role in the economic progress of the Kudus Kulon community. This role can be seen in the large number of jobs provided for the surrounding community. Physical relics that are still intact to date are; Atmowidjojo’s house, Nadirun’s house, office, and Gunung Kedu factory. Buildings that have historical value are important elements in the development of the city area, as the identity and image of the city. However, at this time the awareness of the public and the government regarding the preservation of buildings is quite lacking. The phenomenon that occurs in the Kudus Kulon area at this time is that many historical buildings belonging to the community are sold and torn down. Sales and demolition of buildings due to the high cost of maintaining historic buildings. Based on this importance, it is necessary to apply the concept of adaptive reuse as a sustainable step in preserving buildings that have historical value in Kudus. The purpose of this research is to study the steps for the sustainability of the application of conservation in buildings that have a history, with building conditions that are still suitable for use. The method in this research uses descriptive qualitative using a case study approach.