The Review of HBIM-Retrofit Framework for Enhancing the Performance of Heritage Building Conservation Projects in Malaysia

Abstract

Heritage buildings (HB) are crucial cultural and historical assets facing modern challenges. Retrofitting, combined with Historic Building Information Modeling (HBIM), offers innovative processes, tools, and datasets to enhance project performance and extend the lifespan of HBs. While global studies integrate HBIM-enabled retrofitting, its implementation in Malaysia remains limited due to a lack of procedural guidance and studies on its impact on enhancing performance in HB conservation projects. This research aims to propose an HBIM-retrofit framework to improve design performance and guide conservation practices. A systematic review based on content analysis of research publications and grey literature was conducted to identify HBIM-retrofit themes, leading to the development of a conceptual framework underpinned by task-technology fit theory. The framework would serves as preliminary guidance for practitioners to systematically adopt HBIM-retrofit procedures for innovative decision-making and sustainable outcome, thus advancing HB conservation practice in Malaysia.