via Ipoh Echo, 14 June 2024: Datuk Zahim AlBakri and his siblings are leading a project to restore Rumah 1916, a historic residence in Batu Gajah, Malaysia. This century-old house, with a rich history of diverse uses, is being returned to its original state to preserve its architectural heritage. The restoration is supported by Think City Sdn. Bhd. and includes a temporary exhibition on the family and local history.
‘Rumah 1916’ located on Jalan Kelab here is not just a unique heritage residence with local architecture characteristic of the Malay aristocracy of yesteryears.
Its function is diverse as it has been renovated and rented out to prestigious educational institutions such as the Royal English School, Sekolah Sultan Yusuf and Sekolah Perniagaan Rakyat.
Unwilling to see the building, completed in 1916, collapse and disappear, one of the heirs and owners, Datuk Zahim AlBakri, 61, is leading the project to preserve the house.
Source: Rumah 1916: AlBakri Family Heirs Unite Efforts to Preserve 100 year Old Heritage | Ipoh Echo
