LOT 10 - Loke Hall
Heritage Site

Loke Hall was built in the Straits Eclectic style, featuring strong Neo-Classical and Renaissance influences. Its façade had a three-part design, with a central projecting porch that was more ornate than the symmetrical sides. A triangular pediment with deep cornices, dentils, and gourd-shaped finials crowned the structure. The roof, originally supported by chengal timber trusses, was concealed behind a cornice and covered with terracotta tiles.

In 2014, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) launched its first pilot conservation project on Loke Hall, recognizing its historical significance. The restoration followed the National Heritage Act 2005, using traditional materials and methods such as lime mortar and heritage craftsmanship. Major works included removing modern alterations, restoring natural ventilation, repairing roof leaks, and replacing inaccurate materials with historically accurate ones. Key features like encaustic tiles, glazed balusters, and a missing staircase were carefully restored or reconstructed. The project also extended to the boundary walls and gate, reviving their original design.