INTRODUCTION TO THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
FINAL PROJECT
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
INTAKE: FNBE 0414
GROUP MEMBERS:
ONG SENG PENG (0319016)
KOH SUNG JIE (0318912)
TUTOR: PN. HASMANIRA
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BLOCK E PARK
INDEX
No. Content Pages
1 Introduction 3
2 Site Analysis 4-7
3 Rationale 8-10
4 Concept 11-17
5 Costing 18-25
6 Authority Processes 26
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INTRODUCTION
Task:In this assignment, we are given a task to propose a new project within our campus (Taylors University) not more than 30m x 30m that serves one of the following purposes:
1. Recreation Area
2. Study Enhancement Area
3. Rest Area
4. Food and Beverage Area
5. Commercial Area
Our group consist of two members: Koh Sung Jie and Ong Seng Peng. We want to propose a project for a Recreation Area.
Brief introduction of location:Taylor’s university establish in 1969, is recognised as Malaysia’s leading educational institution of higher learning. It has a revived 5.5 acres man-made lake, and is located at Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
A view of Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus.
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SITE ANALYSIS
Our chosen site for this project is located at Block E Level 2 balcony.
A view of the site upon entering the compound.
The area of the site is 30.00m x 18.91m. Its north point is faces Block E and its south end faces the parking lot as well as basketball court. Below the site are lecture theatres 17 and 20.
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Block BBlock A
Block C
Block D
Block E
Parking Lot
Parking Lot
Lake
Sports Facilities
Commercial District
Amphitheatre
Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus
The North face shows
the concrete wall of
Block E and its windows.
The South face portrays
the sports facilities,
the parking lot and
the developing
apartment.
The East face is a view
of the developed land
across Klang River and
its greenery.
The West face displays
the other balcony of
Block E and the
Commercial District
on the far end.
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The site is laid with concrete flooring and fenced with steel railings; only the north face is the entrance and the concrete wall of Block E. The overall site has no roof except the west face. The site is currently empty and serves no major purpose. There is no circulation within the site
The concrete floor with white painted steel railings for safety measures.
There is a roof constructed on the east face but it serves no major purpose to the site as nobody visits this place.
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RATIONALE
Proposal:It is proposed to use the empty balcony of Block E level 2 towards a landscaping of a park. This would see the removal of the roof and its supports on the west side. The entire site would be utilised for recreation, be remodelled into grass with footpaths lined with trees, shrubs and lamps. Soil will be poured over the base.
Reasons:
Why we proposed to build a recreation area?We found that the campus lacks green space for students to interact with the green environment. From the site we also found that it is too concrete and lacks facilities that serve the students. Therefore, the action to renovate the site with a natural approach is necessary.
From the pictures on the left, we can see the concrete landscape from Block C through Block E. The picture on the right shows us the attempts made by the campus to make the place greener, but it is obviously insufficient.
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Why we chose Block E, level 2 balcony as our site for this renovation project?The site is an empty space and is available for people to access to site. The site is currently purposeless and being a recreation site would be a good purpose for the site. Also, since there is green space on one side of Block C, it would be wise to balance the green space proportions by strategically placing another beside Block E.
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Block C
Block D
Block E
Green space/Public space locations are balanced when our proposal is realised.
Lake
Green Space
Green Space
Why a recreation area in the first place?
Social Benefit
When a student is not studying or doing work in the campus, what does the person do as his/her free time in the campus? We compiled a series of leisure activities that the students can do within the campus:
1. Read books in the library.2. Interact in the student life centre.3. Eat/drink in one of the food kiosk or in the Commercial District.4. Immerse in a social media with phone.
Through observation, we can quickly deduce that No. 4 is the most popular activity in our campus as there is a mass influence in our generation. So a fifth option is introduced: Experiencing Nature in the Roof Park.
Of course, the students can not only experience Nature there, but also read a book, interact, eat or drink or even immerse in their phone at the place. It is the whole package in a single location.
Environmental Benefit
It is scientifically proven that the presence of plants can improve the surrounding air quality. Plants absorb the main pollutant of the air, carbon dioxide and release oxygen which is beneficial for the students’ health and thus reducing the carbon dioxide concentration around the area.
Next, plants reduce the overall temperatures of an area. As mentioned before, plants reduce carbon dioxide and other pollutants that trap heat. The trees provide natural shade which blocks the Sun and its heat.
Moreover, the park helps to insulate a building for sound; the soil helps to block lower frequencies and the plants block higher frequencies.
Psychological Benefit
A park can also help the students psychologically by decreasing stress of the people around the campus by providing a more aesthetically pleasing landscape.
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CONCEPT
Proposed Site Plan
Scale 1 : 200
The quarried main pathway allows a general circulation for the students as they can congregate, interact or even organise events there. The cobblestone sub-pathway creates a typical park setting when the students use it.
The trees act as natural shades for the students when they are sitting on the bench or strolling on the cobblestone path.
The shrubs surround the park and blind the students from seeing the opposite balcony and the parking lots below.
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Green Roof
As the balcony is laid with concrete as its foundation, we have to pour soil in order for the plants to grow on it. So we must implement some Green Roof technology so that our park can be realised.
A green roof or living roof is a roof of a building that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and a growing medium, planted over a waterproofing membrane. It may also include additional layers such as a root barrier and drainage and irrigation systems.
A green roof consists of multiple layers in order to allow vegetation of plants.
Growing medium – Intensive soil mix which is suitable for grasses, shrubs and trees to grow.
Filter layer – Keep small particles from clogging the drainage layer.
Drainage layer – Stores rainwater.
Root protection layer – Prevents root growth into waterproofing.
Waterproofing membrane – Protects the roof structure from moisture.
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Softscapes
Murraya paniculata 'Lakeview'
Category:ShrubsTreesTropicals and Tender Perennials
Height:3-3.6 m
Spacing:90-120 cm
Sun Exposure:Sun to Partial Shade
Danger:N/A
Bloom Color:White/Near White
Bloom Time:Blooms repeatedly
Foliage:Evergreen
Other details:This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birdsFlowers are fragrantThis plant is suitable for growing indoorsRequires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Soil pH requirements:6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Propagation Methods:From semi-hardwood cuttings
Seed Collecting:Remove fleshy coating on seeds before storingSeed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
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Peltophorum pterocarpum ‘Yellow Flame Tree’
Category:Trees
Height:15.2m
Spacing:12m
Sun Exposure:Sun to Partial Shade
Danger:N/A
Bloom Color:Translucent Yellow
Bloom Time:Blooms repeatedly
Foliage:Dedicious
Other details:This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birdsRequires consistently moist soil; but well-drained
Soil pH requirements:6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Propagation Methods:From seeds; direct sow outdoors
Seed Collecting:Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seedsAllow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
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Lagerstroemia speciosa ‘Queen's Crape Myrtle’
Height:9-12 m
Spacing:2.4-3 m
Sun Exposure:Full Sun
Bloom Color:PinkMagenta (Pink-Purple)Purple
Bloom Time:Late Spring/Early SummerMid Summer
Foliage:DeciduousShiny/Glossy-Textured
Other details:Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Propagation Methods:From softwood cuttingsFrom semi-hardwood cuttingsFrom hardwood cuttingsFrom hardwood heel cuttingsBy air layering
Seed Collecting:Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seedsSeed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
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Hardscapes
Concrete Commercial Backless Bench
With an understated profile, the sturdy bench offers the strength of precast, reinforced concrete, making it an ideal solution for a variety of commercial or residential uses. Its hardy construction and comfortable build are a perfect fit for any park or outdoor space. Weather resistant, this bench is built to last and is virtually maintenance-free, exceeding any industry standard of strength and resilience.
Stainless Steel Bin
A stainless steel bin made for the outdoors, sleek design of a roof to protect water from overflowing into the bin. Made of stainless steel and galvanised steel, the bin has high durability and is able to withstand adverse weather conditions. It is easy to maintain and handle.
Lamp Post
The lamp post comes in a black finish.. Classic Colonial grace and charm enhance this black finished path light. Alabaster glass offers warm illumination, while LEDs add cost effective energy efficiency. Compatible with low voltage landscape lighting systems.
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Perspective Views
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COSTING BILLS OF QUANTITIES
ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QTYRATE AMOUNT
RM RM
A
B
HARD LANDSCAPE WORKSConstruct and complete including where necessary, excavation, lay and subgrade, lean concrete and related works which deem necessary for proper completion of the whole construction to the satisfaction of the Landscape Architect for the following items:
Paving Works
Typical Quarried/Cut Stone Colors Pavers
Cobblestone Paverm²
m²
143.2
50
350
100
50,120
5000
Total to Hardscape Summary Page 55,120
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ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QTYRATE AMOUNT
RM RM
A
B
C
HARD LANDSCAPE WORKSConstruct and complete including where necessary, excavation, lay and subgrade, lean concrete and related works which deem necessary for proper completion of the whole construction to the satisfaction of the Landscape Architect for the following items:
Open Space
Concrete Commercial Backless Bench
Stainless Steel Bin
Lamp Post
No.
No.
No.
19
3
9
5,228
1600
240
99,332
4,800
2,160
Total to Hardscape Summary Page 106,292
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ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QTYRATE AMOUNT
RM RM
HARD LANDSCAPE WORKS
SUMMARY PAGE
Paving Works
Open Space
55,120
106,292
Total to Project Summary Page 161,412
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ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QTYRATE AMOUNT
RM RM
A
1
2
3
4
SOFT LANDSCAPE WORKSTo supply nursery grown plants material as listed below, deliver to the site, provide labour, and execute planting works as per planting details. All plants shall be free from pest, disease, discoloration and damage.
Planting Materials
Trees
Peltophorum Pterocarpum (Yellow Flame Tree)
Lagerstroemia speciosa (Queen’s Crape Myrtle)
Shrubs
Murraya Paniculata (Lakeview)
Turfing
Zoysia Matrella (Manilla Grass)
No.
No.
No.
m²
6
8
34
340
800
800
20
28
4,800
6,400
680
9,520
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Total to Softscape Summary Page 21,400
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ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QTYRATE AMOUNT
RM RM
A
1
2
1
2
1
SOFT LANDSCAPE WORKSTo supply nursery grown plants material as listed below, deliver to the site, provide labour, and execute planting works as per planting details. All plants shall be free from pest, disease, discoloration and damage.
Planting Operation
Hole Excavation
Trees (1.0m x 1.0m x 1.0m)
Shrubs (0.45m x 0.45m x 0.45m)
Tree Protection
Tree Stalking with (500mm x 500mm x 2.0m) x 1 nos
Mulching for trees and shrubs
Green Roof
Intensive Soil Mix, Filter Layer, Drainage Layer, Root Protection Layer and Waterproofing Layer Installation
No.
No.
No.
m²
m²
14
34
14
48
529.92
30
10
20
5
675
420
340
280
240
357,696
Total to Softscape Summary Page 358,976
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ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QTYRATE AMOUNT
RM RM
SOFT LANDSCAPE WORKS
SUMMARY PAGE
Planting Materials
Planting Operation
21,400
358,976
Total to Project Summary Page 380,376
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ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QTYRATE AMOUNT
RM RM
MAINTENANCE
The maintenance shall be carried during planting works and defect liability period which includes watering, fertilising, pruning, aerifying the soil, site cleaning, pest control, thriving the unhealthy, replacing dead plants and other maintenance works and procedures plants as specified.
During the maintenance period, contractors provide the following matters:
i. 3 full time maintenance workersii. Fertilizer, insecticideiii. Provision of maintenance
machineriesiv. To remove landscape debris away
from the site to contractor’s own dumping ground
During warranty period, Landscape Contractors to prepare the following matters:
i. Monthly maintenance work programme
ii. Maintenance daily work programme on site
iii. Attendance to be recorded and acknowledges by the project management, client representative and verified by Landscape Architect at site for monthly maintenance claim procedure.
mth 12 1500 18,000
Total to Project Summary Page 18,000
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ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QTYRATE AMOUNT
RM RM
PROJECT SUMMARY
Hardscape Works
Softscape Works
Maintenance
161,412
380,376
18,000
Total Project Cost 599,788
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AUTHORITY PROCESSES
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