Foundation in Natural and Built Environment (FNBE)

Jan 2015 Intake

Introduction to the Construction Industry [QSB30105]

Final Project:THE PROJECT BREIF

Prepared by:

Madeline Liew Zhi Qi 0322150

Tutor: Ms Ann See Peng

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Content

Title Page

The Chosen Site 3

Rationale 4

Benefits 5

Impacts 6

Project Proposal 7-8

Bubble Diagram 9

Conceptual Plan 9

Master Plan 10

Project Details 11-13

Hardscape 14

Softscape 14

Building Team Tasks 15-18

Stakeholders 19-20

Documents 21-25

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The Chosen Site

Advantages

It is surrounded by commercial area, which will attract people to come. It is on

a low slope that can built buildings easily without altering the site.

The site also have 4 open sides, providing a panoramic view and easy

access to the residents nearby.

The site also have a good exposure to sunlight, open air and rainfall, which

makes the site suitable for many function.

There are a few built-up storage which can be easily removed, so the cost of

clearing the site will not be high.

The trees in site can also be maintained to build the recreation area.

Disadvantages

The site has a poor drainage system which need to be amend during the

construction of project.

Next, the site is bared for a long time so the grass need to be trimmed and

planted again.

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RationaleAfter analysing the site and the advantages and disadvantages, I decided to

propose a community park.

The residents here have access to commercial area easily, but they do not

have easy access to a recreation area.

In addition, the commercial area nearby is not lively as they lack of

green areas nearby.

The nearby playground is not been used by the residents because it is not

well maintenance.

Although there is some trees in the site that we had chosen, but it is not

utilise since it had just been left there and no one will utilise the empty

space.

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Benefits As there are many residential area nearby, such as Taman Chee Hoe, Taman

Sejahtera, Taman Bidara, Taman Kampung Baru and Taman Seremban, the

park can provide them a green space to perform outdoor activities

safely. Activities such as jogging and playing games can be ongoing safely

in the park because it is a safe area with clear borderline around the nearby

road. Kids will be able to enjoy endless fun from the playground as it consists

of many cool features such as climbing area and swing area.

The residents also get to have a space to gather and hang out with

neighbours. The park can improve the air quality of the surrounding area

as it have a lot of trees which can absorb carbon dioxide. The green area

provided here provide a space for the residents to improve their lifestyle by

jogging here every morning. The scenery is pleasant so the residents can

also benefit from this. They can release stress here by doing some outdoor

activities and enjoying the atmosphere there. The open area gives the

resident a break from the reality.

Parks that serve as central walking, resting, and meeting places can revive

failing or threatened commercial areas. The park can boost the value of

the surrounding shop lots and also residential area because they can

easily access to a green area. The park tends to attract ever more

investment. Community residents and the city, working together on a

neighborhood park project, can turn around a distressed residential area.

Parks will reduce public costs for stormwater management, flood

control, transportation, and other forms of built infrastructure. This is

because there are more trees to capture the rainwater and prevent soil

erosion.

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ImpactsThe traffic will be crowded when it is morning or evening and times where

some function is held at the amphitheater. To overcome this problem, the park

will have 10 parkings located at the north side to allow car to park and

prevent traffic congestion. Although there is public car park located at the

nearby shop lots, the park maybe overcrowded in peak seasons such as

school holidays.

There will be less space for other purposes in the neighbourhood. The

local authorities will need to plan accordingly to ensure the park will be

sustainable. In long term, the park will need maintenance and it need a

high cost.

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Project Proposal

After my analysis on the empty plot of land in Taman Yoon Fook, there

are no recreation area nearby for the residents to have a space to gather

around and relax. So I decided to propose a park as a recreation area for

the nearby residents as it is surrounded by commercial area, mainly shop

lots. This can create a harmony atmosphere for the nearby residents to chill

and relax.

The park consists of:

1. public green space which enable to resident to relax after a hectic day,

2. tracks for jogging and roller skating,

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3. play area for children to play,

4. a open space in the centre for small events (amphitheater)

5. a large chess set for relaxation and educational purpose

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BUBBLE DIAGRAM:

CONCEPTUAL PLAN:

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MASTER PLAN

LEGEND:

Trees Pergola

Gazebo�10

SCALE 1:400

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Project Details1. Public Green Space

A public green space provide many benefits to the residents around

there, such as health benefits and social benefits. The residents will have

better health linked to green space as they are more likely to take exercise.

The green space in the park will attract nearby residents to come over as it is

beautiful. The more time the residents spend in the park, the less stressed

they feel because they get to relax in the park. It can also improve mental

health and wellbeing for children, young people and adults; increased

likelihood of physical activity across all age groups; reduced violence and

aggression: a reduction in anti-social behaviour and incidence of crime in

urban areas with green spaces; reduced health inequalities; improvement

in air and noise quality.

In terms of social benefits, the public green space can help the

residents to feel a sense of attachment. They are more likely to meet and

make friends in the park. Parents will encourage their children to hang out

and have fun in the park rather than playing computer games in their house.

Play is one of the most important social benefits of green spaces.  Open

spaces enable children to develop imagination and creativity, building

dens and interacting with the natural environment.  It also enables

children to socialise and meet others from different backgrounds, bridging

cultural and class divides.

There are two main area of public green space which is the north and

south area. The north green space is more spacious than the south green

space and it consists of a small garden and a pergola to enable the climbing

plants to climb on. The green space is planted with Taiwan grass for extra

comfort to the users.

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2. Tracks for jogging and roller skatingAs jogging and roller skating can bring many health benefits to the

surrounding residents, the tracks for it is well designed by an architect. The

material used for the jogging tracks is showed below.

The track can provide extra comfort than normal pathway to the

joggers. Along the tracks, there are benches for resting purpose.

3. Play area for childrenThe play area is different than normal playground as it has more

facilities than a normal playground would provide. Children get to climb

around and have endless fun with the facilities. There are some gazebo

located there for the parents and guardians to rest and chat together while

their children are having fun. There are also benches in the area.

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4. a open space in the centre for small events (amphitheater) The amphitheater is an unroofed building, with a central space and

seats for spectators to surround the central space. It can held many events

such as mini concerts and charity fund raising activity. With this, the nearby

shop lots will be more lively as more people will be going to the park and

they will go to the shop lots for food, drinks and etc.

The open space in the centre can be used to play badminton, futsal

when no event is going on. The residents nearby can also do aerobic

exercise here.

In addition, the open space make people feel comfortable and relax

because it have a lot of green surrounding it.

5. a large chess set for relaxation and educational purposeChess is a beneficial game that can improve one’s brain function,

memory, cognitive abilities, strategic thinking and attention. A normal

size chess set will be boring as they can play that in their home as well. The

large size chess set can provide extra fun to the players as it is rare in

Malaysia. Furthermore, it can make the young curious about the chess and

play it.

The chess set is located next to the play area so that they can easily

access to it.

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Hardscape

Benches Gazebo Picnic Table

Play area equipment Pergola Car parks

Concrete paving Jogging tracks Amphitheater

Softscape

Taiwan Grass Flowers Shrubs

Trees

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Building Team Tasks

Architect

• discussing the objectives, requirements and budget of the project

• giving advice with other professionals about design

• preparing and presenting feasibility reports and design proposals to the

client

• consulting the client on the practicality of their project

• using IT in design and project management, specifically using computer-

aided design software

• keeping within financial budgets and deadlines

• producing detailed workings, drawings and specifications

• identifying the nature and quality of materials required

• preparing tender applications and presentations

• try to reach a compromise with contractors and other professionals and get

to an agreement

• preparing applications for planning and building control departments

• drawing up tender documents for contracts

• project managing and helping to coordinate the work of contractors

• controlling the project from start to finish

• regular site visits to check on progress

• ensuring that the project is running on time and to budget

• resolving problems and issues that arise during construction

• ensuring that the environmental impact of the project is managed

Quantity Surveyor

• preparing tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with

the architect and/or the client;

• undertaking cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work;

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• assisting in establishing client's requirements and undertaking feasibility

studies;

• performing risk, value management and cost control;

• advising on procurement strategy;

• identifying, analysing and developing responses to commercial risks;

• preparing and analysing costings for tenders;

• providing advice on contractual claims;

• analysing outcomes and writing detailed progress reports;

• valuing completed work and arranging payments;

• maintaining awareness of the different building contracts in current use;

• understanding the implications of health and safety regulations.

Landscape Architect

• overseeing the design of a variety of projects, including urban regeneration

schemes, pedestrian schemes, road or retail schemes, and maintaining the

character of sites of natural beauty;

• establishing general landscape requirements with clients;

• conducting preliminary studies of the site (including contours, soil, ecology,

buildings, roads);

• assessing a site's potential to meet the client's specifications;

• carrying out environmental impact assessments;

• seeking and taking into account the views of local residents, potential users,

and parties with a vested interest in the project;

• accurately preparing and presenting detailed plans and working drawings,

including applications, construction details and specifications for the project

using computer-aided design (CAD) packages or similar design software;

• presenting proposals to clients, dealing with enquiries and negotiating any

amendments to the final design;

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• matching the client's wishes with your knowledge of what will work best;

• contacting and coordinating manufacturers and suppliers;

• putting work out to tender, selecting a contractor and manager (mainly or

larger projects), and leading cross-functional teams;

• making site visits;

• ensuring deadlines are met;

• liaising with other professionals on the project;

• monitoring and checking work on-site

• authorising payment once work has been satisfactorily completed;

• attending public inquiries to give evidence if necessary;

• generating new business opportunities.

Mechanical and Electrical engineer

• designing and implementing cost-effective equipment modifications to help

improve safety and reliability;

• managing projects using engineering principles and techniques;

• planning and designing new production processes;

• producing details of specifications and outline designs;

• using research, analytical, conceptual and planning skills, particularly

mathematical modelling and computer-aided design;

• considering the implications of issues such as cost, safety and time

constraints;

• working with other professionals, within and outside the engineering sector;

• monitoring and commissioning plant and systems.

Civil and Structural Engineer

• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography,

and other topographical or geologic data to plan the park

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• Plan and design transportation or hydraulic systems and structures,

following construction and government standards, using design

software and drawing tools.

• Compute load and grade requirements, water flow rates, and

material stress factors to determine design specifications.

• Inspect project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to

design specifications and safety or sanitation standards.

• Direct construction, operations, and maintenance activities at project

site.

Contractor

• plan, manage and monitor their own work to make sure that workers under

their control are safe from the start of their work on site;

• provide workers under their control

• co-operate with others and co-ordinate their work with others working on the

project;

• ensure the workforce is properly consulted on matters affecting their health

and safety;

• Report any notifiable accident or any near miss occurrence to the project

manager

Supplier

• supply material for the construction of the park

• ensure the materials are in good condition and quality

• ensure the materials are sent in time

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StakeholdersThe following are the stakeholders that have been identified for this project:

Residents of Taman Yoon FookThe residents of Taman Yoon Fook is the main stakeholder as they live

nearby to the site and can easily access to it. The park provide them a space

to hang out and relax. They can also hold events here in the amphitheater

once in a while. It is a walkable distance, so they can walk to the park easily

and enjoy the scenery and fresh air that the park provide. The park provides

jogging tracks which enable them to jog in a safe and comfortable

environment.

Owners and customers of shop lot nearbyThe owners of shop lot nearby get to boost their business with the crowd

coming to the park. They can sell their goods to the visitors of the park when

the visitors need to get some food or beverages. The owners and customers

get to have a good view from the shop lot, making them feel happier.

Residents from other TamansThey get to relax in the park and have a bonding session with their family

members here. They will feel relax and also happy after paying here a visit as

it is quite near to their house. They also get to know other people nearby

when they talk to each other in the taman.

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Local AuthoritiesThe local authorities get to hold events such as mini concert and campaigns

in the amphitheater that can benefit both residents and local authority in

terms of economy and social. They can raise funds for the poor by proposing

activities in the park that can raise awareness to the nearby residents.

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DocumentsLetter to Authorities for Building Permission

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