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Unit / Module Design Principles & Application

AssessmentAssignment 1–Application of Principles of Building Design and Sustainable Construction Concepts in new building construction

Lecturer Mr. Mahinda Padmasiri

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Date Handed Over 2015-06-30 Date Due 2015-08-09

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Re-Submission Date

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LO 4.1

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Important Information for Students

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Please note that plagiarism is treated as a serious offence andtherefore the work you produce must be individual and originalalthough may work in groups in some instances (Please refer toStudent Handbook on Plagiarism & Cheating).

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Part 01

Mr. Marceline Fernando wasservice as a High courtJudge for last 15 years andnow with his retirement hehas decided to build newhouse in Kandy after theunique and wonderfulexperience he got in havingthree day meditation programin Nillambe meditation


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centre in Kandy. He selected a land through a local broker in the areaand they bought the land recently in close proximity to Nillambemeditation centre, Kandy. The land is in a small hilltop of an area of18 perches which is originally a part of age old tea plantation. Thesurrounding is quiet unspoiled landscape of tea planation. The sitehas breathtaking panoramic view to the East.

Mr. Marceline Fernando hired an architect to design his house as pertheir requirement for a peaceful living. The client specifically needsa lot of privacy, so client wants a nice house that will match withthe environment that will enhance their living quality. The clientwants four bedrooms, and an open roof terrace. But their main concernis building maintenance, they need their house to be one that is easyto maintain with all necessary facilities.

There is an access road to land. Existing width of the road is 1.2m(5’), need to expand up to 2m and paving with a suitable paving.

The contract includes both building house and the access road.According to the client brief the architect develops a design concept.And he selects some building materials which make the building and itsfinishes easy to maintain and give a good look resembling the cottagearchitecture suitable for upcountry with touch of Kandyan style.

According to the client brief the architect develops a design concept.And he selects some building materials which make the building and itsfinishes easy to maintain and give a good look. At the same time theproject Engineer suggest the client to develop a Rainwater Harvesting(RWH) System to utilize rainwater for extensive gardening andlandscaping to reduce long-term maintenance costs.


Proposed Land

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Note: Based on the above information you can develop the projectfurther where it is necessary as per the client’s requirement.


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Tasks:

1.Identify and describe clearly the planning process of building thehouse and the access road. (Lo 1.1)

2.Briefly explain what are the similarities and differences of thedesign process of this two building works? (Lo 1.2)

3.Describe in detail the main stages of the production (construction)phase of this house. (Lo 1.3)

Note: You can assume & develop a design concept for above house.Based on that concept you can describe the production process.

4.Explain in brief, how do you manage and co-ordinate the design andplanning process of the house to meet above requirements of theclient. (Lo 1.4)

Part 02

Task 05:

If you are the architect, how you interpret the client brief and theother factors that may affect the selection of materials, systems andequipment in different architectural design elements that will enhancethe aesthetics in this project? Give examples and sketches where it isnecessary. (Lo 2.1)

Task 06:

Using following information draw complete detail Plan manually.. (Lo4.1)

Space Item Size Qty


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Bedroom 3000mm x 3000mm about 04Living Can decide 01

Dining and kitchen Can decide 01Bath 2000mm x 4000mm 02Toilet 2000mm x 2000mm 02

Internal Open space ( Open Can decideTV lobby Can decideGarage Can decide

Note: Apply the material effects and produce minimum 02 shots ofstandard views of the 3D model. Use the standard door and windowsizes.

Task 07:

Produce Detailed finishing schedule for bath room iving room kitchendining and one bed room . (Lo 4.2)

Task 08:

Architect is now selecting the materials for this house. For both loadbearing and non-load bearing walls of the house, the architectsuggests:

1. Fire burnt bricks or2. Compressed Earth Bricks

Explain & evaluate the environmental efficiencies – notably thethermal insulation efficiency, recyclability, durability and costeffectiveness of above building materials. (Lo 2.4)

Note: In this case you may study the climate and weather condition in Kandy for past ten years.

Task 09:

Explain what are the Safe disposal methods for the waste producedduring construction. (Lo 2.5)


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Part 03

Task 10:

Architect already suggested a Rainwater Harvesting Tank for abovehouse in order to increase the resource efficiency to make this housemore sustainable. Now he wants to pump water from the RWH tank to thefountain of the proposed reflection pond in the South West corner ofthe land. Explain briefly how you integrate this system andrequirements with overall design of this house. Produce flow diagrams,sketches where it is necessary. (Lo 2.2)

Task 11:

For interior floors of the house, the architect suggests: Terra cotta or

Terrazzo

Do a cost study and compare the financial implications of adopting

above finishing materials. Give reasons for your recommendation. (Lo

2.3)


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Task 12:

Having facing a huge open environment the architect suggests to uselarge windows as the day-light maximizing strategy. Explain and assessthe benefits of this design element in terms of energy efficiency ofthis house. (Lo 2.6)

Part 04

Task 13:

Identify and explain in brief the roles & responsibility of all parties involved in the designing & planning processes of a building construction project. (Lo 3.1) (Lo 3.2)

Task 14:

Identify and assess the particular responsibilities and liabilities ofall parties who are responsible for:

1. Health Safety & Welfare at work

2. Adopting Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations

(Lo 3.3)


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Merit descriptors Indicative characteristics ContextualisedEvidence

In order to achieve a merit the learner must:

The learner’s evidence shows:

To achieve the grade you will need to:

M1 Identify and apply strategies to find appropriate solutions

Effective judgments have been made

Complex problems withmore than one variable have been explored

An effective approachto study and research hasbeen applied

Evidences should be seen for critical comparison of planning and design process of a given construction process

M2 Select/design and apply appropriate methods/techniques

Relevant theories andtechniques have been applied

A range of methods and techniques have been applied

A range of sources ofinformation has been used

The selection of methods and techniques/sources has been justified

The design of methods/techniques has been justified

Complex information/data has beensynthesised and processed

Appropriate learning methods/techniques have been applied

Standard citation andlist of reference is given where the external sources or work is used.

You should produce evidence(s) to support or reject an argument.


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M3 Present and communicate appropriate findings

The appropriate structureand approach has been used

Coherent, logical development of principles/concepts for the intended audience

A range of methods of presentation have been used and technical language has been accurately used

Communication has taken place in familiar and unfamiliar contexts

The communication is appropriate for familiar and unfamiliar audiences and appropriate media have been used

Organized content ofthe report

Use of technical language

Clear illustrations or sketches are givenwhere it is necessary

Computer aided designskills have been using (since you havecompleted CAD unit) in showing details whenever it is applicable or relevant

Distinctiondescriptors Indicative characteristics Contextualised

EvidenceIn order to achieve a distinction the learner must:

The learner’s evidence shows: To achieve the grade you will need to:

D1 Use criticalreflection toevaluate own workand justify validconclusions

Conclusions have beenarrived at through synthesisof ideas and have beenjustified

The validity of results hasbeen evaluated using definedcriteria

Self-criticism of approach

Has support the arguments with cost-benefit data or figures whenever it is applicable or


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has taken place Realistic improvements have

been proposed against defined characteristics for success

relevant.

Has support the recommendation(s) with clear evidences wheneverit is applicable or relevant.

Example: Case studies, testimonials

D2 Takeresponsibilityfor managingand organizingactivities

Autonomy/independence has been demonstrated

Substantial activities, projects or investigations have been planned, managed and organised

Activities have been managed

The unforeseen has been accommodated

The importance of interdependence has been recognised and achieved

Has submitted the completed assignment with successful answerson time

D3 Demonstrateconvergent/lateral/creativethinking

Ideas have been generated and decisions taken

Self-evaluation has taken place

Convergent and lateral thinking have been applied

Problems have been solved Innovation and creative

thought have been applied Receptiveness to new ideas

is evident Effective thinking has

taken place in unfamiliar

High quality Computer Aided Design skills should have used in showing detailswhenever it is applicable or relevant

A Design Summary is given


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contexts Sustainable Designhas evaluated withevidences

Grading Matrix


Gradecode

Assignment 1

P1.1

P1.2

P1.3

P1.4

P2.1

P2.2

P2.3

P2.4

P2.5

P2.6

P3.1

P3.2

P3.3

P4.1

P4.2

M1

M2

M3

D1

D2

D3

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