Lee Rubber Building

The Lee Rubber Building (Malay: Bangunan Lee Rubber) is a historical building in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Lee Rubber Building
Bangunan Lee Rubber
General information
Location	Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Completed	1930
Owner	Lee Rubber Group
Technical details
Floor count	5
Floor area	988 m^2
Design and construction
Architect	Arthur Oakley Coltman

History

The building was constructed in 1930 with a grey color facade. Upon completion, it was the tallest building in Kuala Lumpur at that time. In 1942-1945, the building was used by the Japanese government as the headquarter of Japanese secret police during World War II. In 1950s, an additional floor was added to the structure, making it a five-story building. In 2003, Popular bookshop opened for operation in the building.[1] The building was put up for sale in 2015; the Popular bookstore and the Kasturi tuition centre upstairs vacated the building several months later as a result.[2] Nevertheless, Kuala Lumpur City Hall by-laws prohibit the demolition or significant structural alteration to the heritage building.

Architecture

The building was designed by Arthur Oakley Coltman of the Booty Edwards & Partners company. The building is preserved under the National Heritage Act and is listed as a heritage structure category 2 by Kuala Lumpur City Hall.[2]

Transportation

The building is accessible within walking distance northeast of Pasar Seni LRT/MRT station..[2]

See also

• List of tourist attractions in Kuala Lumpur

References

1. "Bookstore in centre of Chinatown closes its doors for good". The Star Online. 11 April 2016. Retrieved 23 November 2016.
2. Chew, Rachel (23 November 2015). "Historic Lee Rubber Building put up for sale". The Edge Property. Retrieved 23 November 2016.