Figure 4 : Decorative Terrazzo Fins
perimeter of both the Tower Block and Main Block . This ledge , which is about 1.5 metres wide , also allows ample and easy access for maintenance around the building .
Staircases in the Main Block In the Main Block , there are a total of 12 staircases of different designs and structure in which a majority of them are decorative types . The designs of the staircases are architecturally unique with some constructed with stainless steel cables supported from the roof beams whilst some are supported by free standing beams .
Roof Pool Surrounding the pinnacle ’ s base was a water pool system approximately 450mm in depth which also sat along the roof above the Dewan Rakyat . The pool system was designed to provide a reflective and cooling effect inside the building and was connected to other pools inside and outside the building . Through the years , frequent leakage from the roof pool resulted in high maintenance repair costs which eventually led to its closure . Findings by forensic engineers later showed that the concrete strength of roof slabs had deteriorated resulting in hairline cracks
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