RECREATION DISTRICT

TUTOR: AR SATEERAH HASSAN

DANNY TON G 0323484

DARSHIINI VIG 0319359

EVELIN DEVINA 0322176

ICHE OMARI 0323347

LIM JOE ONN 0318679

SHAM ZHEN WEN 0317733

DANNY TONG

INTERNATIONAL

DESIGN GROUP

CONTENTS

1.0 INTRODUCTION

CLIENT

Taylor’s University Lakeside CampusAr. Sateerah as client representative

SCOPE

The management has required a proposal of recreational facilities to be built at Site B, an opened parking area namesZone J Parking Zone next to Syopz mall in the campus which will be used by students for the upcoming architecturalworkshop and beyond. A proposal of project management planning and execution is required to ensure the completionof project within a year starting from August 2017. It aims to become a green, energy-efficient building that maximizeson natural ventilation and rainwater harvesting features.

REQUIREMENTS

Completion by August 2018Cost less than a budget of RM1,500,000.00 (not inclusive of professional fees)Maximum land size as per given in siteCover a floor area of 600 m2

Light weight and fast construction

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1.1 Project INTRODUCTION

Danny Tong International Design Group, or more widely known as DTI was founded in 2003 upon theprinciples of constant innovation and a commitment to quality. The company is established based oncombining and collaborating all fields of construction and design under one roof. Today DTI is led by itsGroup President and Founder Danny Tong Chin Swee and is supported by a team of over 700 qualifiedprofessionals and support staff. The company is currently handling an increasing amount of work overseas.

In 2007, DTI received the MS ISO 9001:2000 certification for its provision of architectural design, consultingand contract administration services for all types of building projects. The company’s ISO certified workprocedures and design processes combined with a corporate culture that emphasizes teamwork, inter-practice collaboration and efficiency results in innovative and award-winning designs, which meet theglobal demands of the future.

DTI’s company logo

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1.2 Company INTRODUCTION

COMPANY’S SUCCESS CRITERIA

INTERGRITYDESIGNEXCELLENCEAUTHENTICITYSUSTAINABLE

COMPANY’S VISION

1. To deliver projects of world class standards around the globe by constantly improving its managementsystem and providing eco-friendly sustainable built environments that guarantee upmost customersatisfaction.

2. To become one of the world’s leading integrated multi-disciplinary design firms with a network of globaloffices delivering award-winning architectural, design and construction management services that pioneersin innovative sustainable solutions for the built environment.

3. To discover and explore new of building sustainability and become one of the leading experts inadvocating green building design throughout the world.

4. To be the first Malaysian firm recognized worldwide as a leading architectural and design practice. Thecompany shall be revered for our creativity, professionalism and integrity. Fifty years from now ourcontributions to the built environment will symbolize the best our generation has to offer.

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COMPANY’S WORLDWIDE EXPANSION

Countries with existing international DTI branch offices as of October 2017:

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2.0 Consultant PROFILES

ARCHITECT

AR DR DATO SERI TONG CHIN SWEE

Being a role model leading an international design group,

Danny Tong and his architectural team provides quality design

in the construction industry that meets global professional

standards. His team’s context-sensitive approach to design

creates sustainable architecture that is long-lasting with high

user satisfaction. Always updating with latest innovative

technology, new methods to integrate sustainability into

architecture are always developed by the team. Guided by a

design excellence approach, the team pioneers Danny Tong

International Design Group into greater heights by keeping a

remarkable track record. The firm’s exceptional reputation

worldwide under his leadership has been affirmed by various

international excellence awards such as the Aga Khan Award

for Architecture in 2016.

DUTIES

- Preparing and presenting design proposal to clients

- Advising client on the aesthetics and practicality of project

- Submission of documents for approval of local authorities

- Negotiating with contractors and other professionals

- Attending regular meetings with clients, contractors and other specialists

- Coordinating the work of contractors

- Conducting site visits to check progress from initial concept stage to building

completion

- Coordinating Consultants and Stakeholders

EDUCATION

- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Architecture, University of Lagos, Nigeria (1986-

1990)

- Masters in Ecological and Sustainability Design, University of Brighton, United

Kingdom (1991-1993)

- Doctorate in Architecture, RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia (1995-1999)

- Registered architect with Boards of Architects Malaysia (LAM) (2000)

SERVICES PROVIDED

- Sustainable Design Consultancy

- Architectural and Heritage Conservation Consultancy

- Urban Design and Master Planning

- Interior Design

- Spatial Planning and Architectural Design

- GBI Facilitator

PROJECTS INVOLVED

- Tropical Box House, Kuala Lumpur (collaboration with WHBC Architects)

- Pulau Banding Rainforest Research Centre, Gerik, Perak

- Otunba Offices, Lagos, Nigeria

- Hope City, Ghana (Collaboration with OBR Architects)

- Go Vap House, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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PROJECT MANAGER

EVELIN DEVINA

Specializing in organizing and execution of construction

projects, Evelin sets the project objectives and plan including

handling job scopes, budgeting, scheduling and setting

performance requirements. She controls the management in

resources utilization through procurement of labour, materials

and equipment to prescribe schedule and plan. Progression of

work with well coordination between human and materials

resources is directed by her to achieve pre-determined

objectives of scopes including cost, time, quality and

satisfaction of client.

DUTIES

- Developing project scoped and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and

ensuring technical feasibility

- Utilize knowledge of statutory procedures, guidelines and policies on project

procedures

- Maintaining regular and frequent dialogues with authorities and various

stakeholders

- Application of verification techniques to manage changes in project scope,

schedule and costs

EDUCATION

- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Architecture, University of Bristol, United

Kingdom (1985-1987)

- Masters in Architecture, Princeton University, United States (1988-1990)

- Doctorate in Architecture, RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia (1991-1993)

- Registered architect with Boards of Architects Malaysia (LAM) (2000)

SERVICES PROVIDED

- Coordinating internal resources, stakeholders and third parties for project

execution

- Provide consultation services that encompass all professional architectural

services

- Propose project objectives and involves all parties to follow the schedule set

- Construction and technical feasibility consultation

- Project Management

- Quality control and supervision of project

PROJECTS INVOLVED

- Taman Villa Inn, Pulau Pinang

- Forest City, Johor

- W Hotel, Kuala Lumpur

- Pavilion Tower, Jakarta, Indonesia

- Ironbank Building, Auckland, New Zealand

- Air New Zealand Office building, Auckland, New Zealand

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DUTIES

- Undertaking technical and feasibility studies including site investigations

- Undertaking complex calculations

- Liaising with clients and a variety of professionals including architects and

subcontractors

- Monitor the design, specification and integrity of building structure

- Assessing the sustainability and environmental impact of projects

- Monitor the structural progress of work on site and ensure the structural

specifications are compiled and met

- Liaise with the authorities on the civil and structural approval requirement of the

building project

EDUCATION

- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Civil Engineering, University of Bristol, United

Kingdom (1985-1988)

- Masters in Engineering Design, Bath University, United Kingdom (1990-1995)

- Registered engineer with the Board of Engineers of Malaysia (1997)

SERVICES PROVIDED

- Construction and Program Management

- Civil Management Infrastructure

- Design and arrangement of facilities

- Material and equipment purchase and deliveries

- Job specs compilation and supervising of tendering procedures

- Building Information Modelling

PROJECTS INVOLVED

- Gran Torre Santiago, Chile

- Horizon International School, Yangon, Myanmar

- Lido Residency, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur

- The Capers, Sentul, Kuala Lumpur

- The Gateway Office Building, Belfast, Northern Ireland

CIVIL AND STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

IR DARSHIINI VIGNESWARAN

Always up-to-date with the latest technology and innovating

value driven sustainable design, the Civil and Structural

Engineering team is positioned to diagnose the rapid

development of urban areas and deliver solutions that meet

the needs of safe and stable architectural design. The team

lead by Darshinii primarily serves both local and international

industries in terms of building physics, structural engineering,

Building Information Modelling and proposal of feasible design

systems. She has 20 years of experience within the engineering

industry. Her sound mathematical, scientific and methodical

thinking skills together with her ability to overview entire

projects while continuing to attend to detailed technicalities

proves that she is equipped to counter various challenges

during building construction.

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LAR LIM JOE ONN

Landscape architect Lim Joe Onn undertake design projects

that seek to enhance the natural beauty of a space and provide

environmental benefits. He holds on to the principle of

rejuvenating built environments with greenery and pleasant

scenery. By focusing on methods people engage with their

surrounding environment, Lim believes that we can enhance

its architectural quality by taking senses through colours,

textures, light, form and space into consideration. The research

and experimentations done by him and his team shapes

enjoyable environments that are conducive to its users and

their respective functions. Having worked in numerous

landscaping projects far and wide as well as being a lecturer in

Universiti Putra Malaysia, he is an expert in tropical botany,

ecology and taxonomy.

DUTIES

- Confer with clients, engineers, and building architects to understand a project

- Conduct preliminary studies on site by analyzing contour, drainage and other

land conditions

- Prepare site plans and specifications to the design team

- Coordinate the arrangement of existing and proposed land features and

structures

- Provide attention to conceptual design development, detailing and

documentation

- Prepare graphic representations of proposed plans using computer-aided

design and drafting software

- Select appropriate materials for use in landscape designs

EDUCATION

- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Landscape Architecture, University of Malaya

(1990-1994)

- Masters in Landscape Planning, University of Leibniz, Hannover, Germany

(1996-1998)

- Registered as a corporate member of the Institute of Landscape Architects

Malaysia (ILAM) (2001)

SERVICES PROVIDED

- Vegetation-Bearing Architectonic Structures and Systems

- Master Planning and Guidelines

- Parks and Green Spaces

- Consultation on Tropical Plants Selection

- Sustainable Landscape Design

- Ecology Study and Conservation

PROJECTS INVOLVED

- Bosco Verticale, Milan, Italy

- Le Nouvel KLCC, Kuala Lumpur (Collaboration with Patrick Blanc)

- Nanjing Green Towers, Nanjing, China

- PKNS Headquarters, Shah Alam

- Rietveld Park, Oranjestad, Aruba

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT

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IR ICHE DUNSTAN OMARI

Joining the company in 2001, Ir Iche has 22 years of experience

within the engineering industry in Malaysia and abroad. With

his ability to create solutions and solve problems, playing a

central role in the design and implementation of mechanical

parts throughout different industries, he is versatile and well

equipped to tackle any challenges that may arise during the

building construction process. Iche has lead in a broad range of

engineering design projects, providing expertise in mechanical

and electrical system evaluation, selection and specification.

DUTIES

- Looking after the design and specification of the mechanical & electrical

aspects of the building such as elevators and air conditioning

- Monitoring the mechanical and electrical progress of works on site

- Monitoring and ensuring the Mechanical and Electrical Specifications are

compiled and met

- Liaise with the authorities on the Mechanical and Electrical approval

requirement of building projects

EDUCATION

- Bachelors of Science (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, University of Cape

Town, South Africa (1984-1988)

- Masters in Advanced Mechanical Engineering, University of Liverpool, United

Kingdom (1992-1993)

- Registered engineer with the Board of Engineers of Malaysia (1996)

SERVICES PROVIDED

- Air conditioning and Mechanical ventilation systems

- Electrical Services on lighting

- Stormwater drainage system

- Innovative Water Technology: Rainwater Harvesting System

- Solar Energy system

PROJECTS INVOLVED

- Hilton Windhoek Hotel, Namibia

- Carlton Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa

- Telekom Tower, Kuala Lumpur

- Royal Court Theatre, London, United Kingdom

- Sakamanga Hotel, Antananarivo, Madagascar

- Shinjuku Mitsui Building, Tokyo, Japan

MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

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SR SHAM ZHEN WEN

With strong numerical and financial management skills, Sr

Sham Zhen Wen has over 5 years of experience working on

million-dollar projects. He works with clients to minimize the

costs of projects and enhance value for money, while still

achieving the required standards and quality. His ability is of

international standards, proven with his exceptional track

record. He possesses the knowledge to produce preliminary

feasibility studies, cost plans, rapid and accurate estimates

together with comprehensive tender documents, dealing with

procurement arrangements on various construction sectors,

managing financial aspects up to agreement of the final

account.

DUTIES

- Prepare tender and contract documents, including Bills of Quantities with the

architect and the client

- Assist in establishing a client's requirements and undertake feasibility studies

- Perform risk, value management and cost control

- Advice on a procurement strategy

- Identify, analyze and develop responses to commercial risks

- Prepare and analyze costings for tenders

- Provide advice on contractual claims

- Analyze outcomes and write detailed progress reports

- Value completed work and arrange payments

- Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use

EDUCATION

- Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Hons), University of Science, Malaysia (2001-

2004)

- Masters in Quantity Surveying, University of Birmingham, United Kingdom

(2005-2007)

- Registered SR. with Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM) (2011)

SERVICES PROVIDED

- Project Budget Estimation

- Cost Management and Quantity Surveying

- Insurance Valuations

- Legal Support

- Management Consultancy

- Project Monitoring

PROJECTS INVOLVED

- Queensbay Mall, Penang

- Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

- MahaNakhon Tower, Bangkok, Thailand

- Ryugyong Hotel, Pyongyang, North Korea

- Rupayan Karim Tower, Dhaka, Bangladesh

QUANTITY SURVEYOR

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3.0PRELIMINARY STUDIES

Zone J Parking Zone is a car park that is located adjacent of the Syopz Mall, the

commercial block within Taylor’s University’s campus compound. The site is

situated right next to the Syopz Mall which provides easy parking access for that

building. The site is also facing the lake to its East which offers a great vista to the

major buildings of the university. The site is large, barren without greenery and

open without shade which makes it very hot during the afternoon. The site is

one of the key areas where students who live nearby usually pass by when

entering and exiting the campus.

View to the North where

Syopz Mall is a prominent

figure

View of the lake to the

site’s East

3.1 SITE INTRODUCTION

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KEY PLAN SITE PLAN

Taylor’s University,

Subang Jaya

Site B

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Untarred road filled with coarse granite gravel makes the site

uncomfortable to walk on despite the high amount of pedestrians.

Uneven surface creates potholes that are soaked in water after rain.

Site is barren with barely any shade or vegetation, making the site

extremely hot to walk on during the afternoon.

SOLUTION: TAR THE ROAD SOLUTION: MORE VEGETATION AND SHADE

3.2 KEY ISSUES TO ADDRESS

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4.0ARCHITECTURE

USER GROUPS

Primarily studentsLecturersUniversity staff

SUSTAINABILITY

The main design of the recreation district is to provide a space where the people of Taylor’s Universitycan come and unwind themselves from work and enjoy themselves with both indoor and outdooractivities with the view of the lake. It is also a leisure resting spot at all hours. The green design relaxesthe users when they are immersed within.

Sustainability refers to the need to develop the sustainable models necessary for the well being of humans.The initial idea of the concept is to use sustainable building design and functional systems to create abuilding that is environmental friendly for the community and requires low maintenance. Both

The building is arranged in a way that it is erected without sacrificing much parking space that is alreadyscarce in the area. The exterior façade of the building uses green trellis which provides natural cooling tothe building and reduces the amount of UV concentration into the building. The building uses a systemwhere it collects rain water to watered the plants on the façade.

PUBLIC REALM

1. To manage and facilitate any future outdoor activities for staff and students.2. To create a comfortable and conducive space for bonding within the campus

community.3. To create a healthy environment and landscape within the campus.4. Explore viability of using renewable sustainable energy in structure.5. To manage the project according to the project manager’s planning.

GOALS

4.1 DESIGN STATEMENT

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Situated right next to KLCC, Le Nouvel is a dual-tower luxury

residence with a façade integrating lush tropical greenery into a

heavily urbanized context. Its façade is a combination of vertical

rectangular aluminum posts and horizontal cable rods that allow

vines to grow onto it. Planter boxes are placed irregularly

between the posts.

The design of the Recreation District holds the principle of

resurrecting nature to site, which needs more shade and

greenery. Green walls form a barrier that improves sound and air

quality. Covering a façade with flora gives a positive psychological

impact to pedestrians of the barren site which lacks tranquil

softscape.

LE NOUVEL KLCC

4.2 CASE STUDY

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ACTIVE DESIGN STRATEGIES

The entire roof is covered with solar panels. Harvesting solar energy for electricityreduces the building’s dependence on electrical power from power grids.

Water collected from rain and greywater from the toilets are collected in a tank andpumped to irrigate the green walls

PASSIVE DESIGN STRATEGIES

In terms of being sustainable, the concept of the building revolves around visualpermeability where green plants, vertical steel lattices, louvers and planter boxesallow sufficient daylight into the interior yet provide shade that prevents the interiorfrom overheating. Openings and good permeability enhances ventilation and lightingof the building, reducing the energy demand of the building.

4.3 Design strategies

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Traffic flow unobstructed. Green turf

welcomes visitors from Syopz Mall.

Stilts elevate the building to make way

for parking bays below.

Plane extruded to create space for

outdoor activities. Hibiscus plants create

boundary between turf and carpark.

Upper plane to enable view towards lake

and is utilized as outdoor cafeteria.

Slanted roof directs rainwater to gutter,

which will be collected and irrigate the

green walls. Large overhangs shade the

interior spaces.

A plot of land is utilized for simple

landscaping appealing to pedestrians.

The site’s surface is tarred.

4.4 Design development

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OUTDOOR RECREATION

AREA

GREEN AREA

Installations and public furniture designed by Taylor’s students are placed here

GAME SPACE& MAGAZINE

CORNER

Pool tables, darts, board games, foosball.Leisure activities for students

OFFICETOILET LOUNGE

PANTRY & INDOOR RECREATION ZONE

CAFETERIA

(106m2)

(84m2)

(18 m2) (21 m2) (21 m2)

(150 m2)

(98 m2)

(81 m2)

Total floor area excluding stairs:579 m2

Total floor area including stairs:597 m2

First Floor Second Floor

4.5 Spatial arrangement

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REFER APPENDIX FOR A3 ORTHOGRAPHIC DRAWINGS

4.6 Architectural drawings

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Top view

4.7 Design visualisation

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North façade

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South façade

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Perspective View from Syopz Mall

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Entrance

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Game Space

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Magazine Corner

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Pantry and Indoor Recreation Zone

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Outdoor Cafeteria

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5.0LANDSCAPE DESIGN

The site is initially an empty untarred area. Due to the lack of public transportation and high demand ofparking space, the site is utilized as a parking lot to cater students. The site is at a lower elevation comparedto the tarred roads to its West and South and is an immediate neighbour to Syopz Mall and the lake.

View to the South towardsD’Latour Residences at the site.Cars are parked in the area.

View to the site from the carparkentrance Southeast of the site.

Syopz Mall is a prominent figurewhen viewed to the North.

5.1 existing Site condition

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Due to the fact that the site is a barren piece of land paved with coarse granite gravels, the road condition is bad. Sharp rocks cause discomfort to students and they may damage shoes. Potholes and road cavities are present in high abundance. These cavities are filled with water during rainfall, significantly decreasing the walkability of the site. Hence, it is recommended to cover the land with tar to create a proper parking lot.

The floor surface of the site isunpaved, exposing the coarsegranite gravel to weathering.

Cavities are formed due to itsuneven surface. These cavities arefilled with water after rain, makingthe site less walkable.

The rainwater is stagnant and onlydries up via evaporation afterseveral hours.

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Site plan and elevations shows the proposed landscape design by DTI.

The lack of vegetation in urbanized areas affects the quality of life in both physical and aesthetical aspects. Thus, DTI proposes a revolutionary horticultural approach, by constructing vertical gardens in interiors and exterior facades of the building. Raising vegetation surfaces reduces the effects of pollution and enhances the quality of the urbanscape.

Softscape Hardscape

Manila grass Asphalt road

Peat soil Chengal timber floor

Traveler’s palm Cafeteria furniture

Hibiscus plant

Exterior Landscape:

Vertical Landscape:

Softscape Hardscape

Climbing olianderflowering plant (Strophantus Gratus)

Stainless steel cables

Jasmine plant (Jasminum officinaleVariegatum)

Mosquito net

Deciduous climbing shrub (TinosporaCrispa)

Aluminum grid rail

Ashanti blood flowering plant (Mussaendaerythrophylla )

Aluminum planterboxes

5.2 Proposed landscape layout

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EXTERIOR SOFTSCAPE

Manila grass(Zoysia matrella)

Peat soil (soil, peat and sand in the ratio 7:3:2

by volume)

Traveler’s palm(Ravenala

madagascariensis)

Hibiscus(Hibiscus rosa sinensis)

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EXTERIOR HARDSCAPE

Asphalt road Chengal timber floor

Outdoor tables and chairs (cafeteria

furniture)

12 parking bays are sacrificed to make way

for green turfingutilized in outdoor

activities

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Climbing olianderflowering plant (Strophantus Gratus)

Jasmine plant (Jasminum officinaleVariegatum)

Deciduous climbing shrub (Tinospora Crispa)

Ashanti blood flowering plant (Mussaenda erythrophylla)

Stainless steel cables Mosquito net (Semi-permeable membranepreventing rainwater from entering)

Aluminum grid railAluminum planter box filled with peat soil 34

5.3 vertical garden

The façade integrates lush tropical greenery into a urban context. Its façade is a combination of

vertical rectangular aluminum posts and horizontal cable rods that allow vines to grow onto it.

Planter boxes are placed regularly between the posts.

The typology of this façade falls under ‘indirect system with planter boxes’. Climber plants are

kept away from the walls by cable supporters. The cable system suits faster growing plants with

denser foliage. As time progresses, the growing plants will cover the façade entirely.

Advantages:

Reduces noise level within building

Provides insulation, thus decreasing air-conditioning

requirement

Improved air quality

Visually pleasing and soothing

Disadvantages:

Requires costly nutrient, pruning and irrigation equipment

Improved air quality

High construction cost

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View A

View B

View C

View D

5.4 Perspective renderings

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View A:Vertical garden and asphalt tarred carpark

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View B:Outdoor cafeteria on the Second Floor

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View C:Vertical garden and louvers

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View D:Hibiscus plants and grass lawn

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6.0Structural and civil works

Due to high flow of water during rainy season, the subgrade ofthe site becomes weaker. Hence, the subgrade is stabilized with abinding agent, removed, replaced with a stronger material,covered with stabilization fabric before placing the pavementlayer.

Culvert to be built to

segregate softscape

from hardscape and

collect runoff water

6.1 Culvert construction

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Perpetual Pavement combines the well-documented smoothness and safety advantages of asphalt with an advanced, multi-layer paving design process, that with routine maintenance, extends the useful life of a road. Pavements designed and constructed in accordance with the Perpetual Pavement concept has greater endurance and weathering properties as they allow roads to be constructed with a cross slope style which keeps water from ponding by directing them into the surface curb or gutters.

Asphalt paved area

6.2 Asphalt pavement

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After external earth work is completed, the soil investigation test is conducted. Through the use of StandardPenetration Test (SPT), the soil at the site below the gravel is identified to be chard strata clay land.Therefore, pad footings are used due to its uniform settlement.

Also known as blob footings, pad footings are solid mass of concrete laid in to support brick, timber or steel posts. In this project, 17 pad footings are installed below the floor surface. Wooden planks form the square shape of each stump. Steel columns are cast into one pad footing each. Each pad footing are 5 metres apart from the other nearest pad footing.

6.3 Pad footing foundation

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The entire structure is constructed using metal framing system, which is a cost and time savvy method.Steel is selected due to its sturdiness and weather-resistant qualities. Steel is immensely strong as well asflexible, which means it can withstand bending forces without cracking. Its steel post and beam structuraldesign with wooden floor finishing is lightweight and portable, making it efficient to build.

Pad footing

Steel beam

Hollow rectangular

steel column

6.4 superstructure

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Location of support columns:

Ground Floor First Floor Second Floor

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Chengal wood

flooring

Waterproof

sealant

Timber

secondary

beam

Stainless steel

L-connector

brackets

Steel I-beam

Its steel post and beam structural design with wooden floor finishing islightweight and portable, making it efficient to build. The floor structure ismade up of beams that extend from columns with brackets at intervals. Thesecondary structure, which are timber beams, are locked in these brackets.Wooden planks are then nailed onto the timber beams beneath.

Timber does not retain heat, decreasing heat gain of the building. Simple steelstructures are conventional and readily-available, thus decreasing time andcost.

6.5 Floor system

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The roof is a monopitch steel roof structurethat slants to the South on a 30 degree anglein order to maximize solar energy gain of thesolar panels on the roof. Mechanical andelectrical amenities and piping are placedbelow the roof and above the ceiling.

Purlin

Rafter

Mechanical and

electrical amenities

are concealed in

this space

6.6 Roof structure

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Advantages:

• Allowing passive design ventilation as air flows freely through the

gaps between timber planks

• Simple and lightweight for construction

• Rapid construction and lower costs due to prefabrication

• Wooden floors do not retain much heat nor conduct heat,

making them suitable for tropical weather

Disadvantages:

• Susceptible to fire as they lose strength at high temperatures

• Prone to corrosion at extremely humid environments

Pros and cons of steel post and beam structural

design with wooden floor finishing:

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7.0Mechanical and engineeringworks

The term solar PV (photovoltaic) refers to an array of cells containing asolar photovoltaic material that converts solar radiation into directcurrent electricity. For the case of our proposed Recreation District,the entire single-slope roof surface with a surface area of 235 m2 iscovered with solar panels to maximize conversion of solar energy intoelectrical energy for the building’s lighting and ventilation purposes. Itserves the dual purpose of allowing Taylor’s University to pursue arenewable energy agenda, while simultaneously making optimum useof its abundant solar energy available in the tropics.

Roof covered in solar

panels

The system is connected to an electricity grid so that electricitygenerated is exported back to the grid. The utility company TNB thenpays the university a fixed premium rate per kilowatt hour (kWh) ofelectricity. A system under 4Kw can earn RM 1.3708 per unit ofelectricity generated. Output is supposedly guaranteed for a periodof 21 years.

7.1 Solar photovoltaic system

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Components of Solar Harvesting System:

Components of Solar Harvesting System Function

PV Modules Convert sunlight instantly into DC electricpower

Inverter Converts DC power into standard AC powerfor use in the home, synchronizing withutility power whenever the electrical grid isdistributing electricity.

Battery Stores energy when there is an excesscoming in and distribute it back out whenthere is a demand. Solar PV panelscontinues to re-charge batteries each dayto maintain battery charge.

Utility Meter Utility power is automatically provided at night and during the day when the demand exceeds your solar electric power production.

Charge Controller Prevents battery overcharging and prolongs the battery life of your PV system.

• You can benefit from the Governments feed-in tariff which pays a set rate per kWh of electricity generated and an additional rate for any exported back to the national grid.

• Panels are designed to generate power even on cloudy days, they simply need light to produce electricity.

• Clean energy means you reduce your carbon emissions by up to 1 tonne per annum.

• Producing your own power protects against rising energy prices.

• Panels degrade over time by approximately 20% over 25 years, this however is taken into account in most reputable suppliers calculations.

• It may be beneficial to replace the inverter after 10 years to optimise power generation, although this is not essential.

Pros and cons of solar energy harvesting system:

Advantages: Disadvantages:

Supplier:

Ditrlic SolarD2-9-G,Pusat Perdagangan Dana 1,Jalan PJU 1A/46,47301 Petaling Jaya,Selangor, Malaysia

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Type of Fixture Lumination Suspended Luminaire

Image of Fixture

Luminous flux (lm) 3750

Power (W) 47

Colour temperature (K) 3000

Colour rendering index (CRI)

80

Average life rate (hours) 50,000

Colour designation Warm White

Type of Fixture GE Biax Downlights

Image of Fixture

Luminous flux (lm) 2200

Power (W) 32

Colour temperature (K) 2700

Colour rendering index (CRI)

82

Average life rate (hours) 20,000

Colour designation Warm White

Supplier:

TW Meng Enterprise Sdn Bhd3, Ground Floor, Jalan Sanggul 1F, Bandar Puteri, 41200 Klang, Selangor, Malaysia

7.2 Lighting fixtures

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Split unit systems are one of the most common type of air-conditioning units usedtoday. It operates silently, has an elegant appearance and a hole on the wall isunnecessary to install the unit. It consists of two units, an outdoor unit (Condenser)and one indoor unit (Evaporator) connected by copper tubing.

SPLIT UNIT SYSTEMS

Ventilating fans are used to extract the pollutants directly to the outside before they spread throughout the room. These devices is used at the bathrooms of the Recreation District to remove foul odors that may linger in the room.

VENT FAN

• Reduces the moisture of the building’s interior

• Brings fresher, cleaner air into the building

• Costly to maintain

• Requires energy and emits large amounts of greenhouse gases

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

7.3 Mechanical ventilation

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Electrical system schematic diagram: 7.4 electrical system

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The harvesting of rainwater simply involves the collectionof water from the solar panel covered roof, andsubsequently storing this water for later use.

RAINWATER HARVESTING

Rainwater flows to the gutter

Directed by the gutter, the water moves to a collection tank

Lastly, the water irrigates the plants

• Low cost maintenance and does not require purifying if for irrigation purposes

• Water bills reduced by reducing ground water demand

• Unreliable rainfall with water supply highly dependent on weather

• High starting costs

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

GREYWATER REUSING

To reduce water wastage, greywater in the toilets aredirected via poly pipes and are used to irrigate the plants.

• Low cost maintenance and does not require purifying if for irrigation purposes

• Water bills reduced by reducing ground water demand

• Dual plumbing required to separate greywater from black water.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

7.5 Water supply system

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Gutters covered in grid railings are placed at the inner side of the façade, thus preventing excess water and rainfall from entering the interior.

Excess water that enters the building are collected in gutters and removed

Gutter system

7.6 Drainage system

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Sewer piping

Watersupply

Rainwater

Greywater

Water system schematic diagram: 7.7 Water supply system

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7.8 Fire protection systemFire protection system schematic diagram:

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8.0Project management

AR. DR. DATO SERI TONG CHIN SWEEArchitect

8.1 Organizational chart

AR. EVELIN DEVINAProject Manager

TAYLOR’S UNIVERSITY SDN BHDRepresentative: Ar. Sateerah Hassan

Client

IR. DARSHIINI VIGNESWARANCivil and Structural Engineer

SR. SHAM ZHEN WENQuantity Surveyor

LAR. LIM JOE ONNLandscape Architect

IR. ICHE DUNSTAN OMARIMechanical and Electrical Engineer

DTI DESIGN GROUP SDN BHD

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COMPANY’S SUCCESS CRITERIA

Criteria Implementation Within Project

Integrity Despite budget constraints, quality of work will not be undermined and we will strive to source for thebest workmanship available

Design To accomplish the intended design, the approach to the project given will be Quality + CostEffectiveness

Excellence Each stage of the project’s execution must go according to schedule to optimize the performanceoutput and prevent any delay that will cause costly consequences

Authenticity Striving to achieve the best quality for the client

Sustainable Implementing projects that are delivered on time, within budget, meet client expectations withminimum waste created during construction phase.

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THE TRIPLE CONSTRAINT

RM 1,500,000 (Including consultant fees)

September 2017 – July 2018(10 months)

Recreation District inTaylor’s University

Constraint Implementation Within Project

Time The relationship between time and cost is directly proportional as if the duration of project execution increases, labour cost willincrease. Thus, all tasks are required to follow the designated schedule strictly without any delay. The name of Taylor’s University isat stake since students all around Malaysia will use the building during the Architecture Workshop.

Modularity as such of its façade and structure is selected as a strategy to speed up the construction and assembly process.

Scope Extensive briefings, frequent reviews and meetings are conducted so that all members involved in construction are clear about theproject and their given tasks. This ensures the smoothness of project flow.

Cost All resources are planned to prevent material wastage

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8.2 Work breakdown structure

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Organizational chart

8.3 Pert chart

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8.4 Gantt chart

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8.5 Risk factor analysis

Non-Engineering Risks Engineering Risks

Political Risk Client Risk

Environmental and Geological Risk Design Risk

Natural Hazards Risk Project Execution Risk

Country Risk Contract Management and Tendering Risk

Statutory Compliance Risk Resource Risk

List of Possible Risks Ways to Counter Risks

Weather and climatic conditionssuch as heavy rain that may causeconstruction delays

Gantt Chart is planned in a weekly format whilst certain tasks such as erection ofsuperstructure can be done within a few days, giving a margin for delay thatprevents affecting the designated schedule

Poor safety procedures With strict regulations set with the principle of Integrity by DTI, all constructionpersonnel must follow safety procedures and wear safety equipment providedat all times during construction

Plants on vertical garden façade didnot grow as fast as expected

According to the Pert chart, a time of 14 weeks is given for the plants to grownaturally while other works such as floor finishes can be done simultaneously toprevent delay. The façade is full of planter boxes which will serve as light andshadow louvers that shade the interior from sunlight even if the plants are notfully grown in August 2018.

Construction delays due to skilled work

Most components of the building including its façade are built in a modular andprefabricated format and can be assembled easily on site, promising a speedyconstruction.

Statutory clearance and approvals With DTI’s strong experience and establishment in various authority proceduresdone in Malaysia, a maximum time of only 6 weeks is required to complete theconstruction documentation

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8.6 summary

9.0QUANTITY SURVEY

10.0appendix