The document proposes building a suspension bridge at Taylor's University Lakeside Campus to improve accessibility and walkability. The 30m long bridge would connect Block E to the commercial block and feature three glass capsule cafes that could be rented. This would shorten the walking time to the commercial block from 5 minutes to 1 minute. The bridge would benefit the university, students, and cafes by generating income, providing a new gathering space, improving access to facilities, and enhancing the scenery.

1. A New Bridge Proposal
Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus
Foundation in Natural and Built Environments
Introduction to the Construction Industry [QSB 30105]
Assignment 3
The Project Brief
Name: Pang Khai Shuen Name: Yong Yu Joon
Student ID: 0318423 Student ID: 0318299

2. Introduction to the Site:
The site measures about 9m x
30m and is located at the lake in
Taylor’s University Lakeside
Campus. The lake measures 5.5
acres and is man made with the
construction of the Lakeside
Campus.

3. Site Analysis:
Accessibility:
The boardwalk is usually not utilised because it is hard to reach and does not lead to any other
places. Building the bridge will help to draw people in as it will lead to the commercial block.

4. Walkability:
Before Construction
Students from Block C, D and E have to take a long
walk to reach the commercial block. To get to the
opposite, the average time needed is 5 minutes.
After Construction:
Students can now access the boardwalk
and reach the commercial block via the
bridge. This will shorten the time needed
to around 1 minute

5. Suggestion and Proposal:
It is hereby proposed to build a food and beverage bridge from Block E of
Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus to Commercial Block.
The bridge is a 30m long suspension bridge, with 6m width at the narrow point and
9m width at the bulging point. There are 8 suspension points on the bridge as
indicated in the following drawing.
The bridge is split into 3 segments, and each segment has a 6m x 4m capsule that can
be rented as cafes. There are also 3m x 1m tables accompanied by 6 chairs between
each capsule. Each capsule will be fitted with 2 sliding doors to prevent space
wastage by the door arc.
The main material for this bridge is tempered glass. 22mm glass is used for the
flooring, 1.2m high 12mm glass is used for the steel railing, 8mm glass is used for the
capsule wall, and 12.38mm laminated glass is used for the capsule canopy.
This bridge will serve as a new walkway for students and staffs in the university, and
also provide a new location for food and beverage.

6. Rationale and benefits:
a. Benefits to client:
i. Earns extra income as stalls on the bridges can be rented, generating
extra income.
b. Benefits to students:
i. Provides a new location for students to spend extra time.
ii. Provides better access for students to the Commercial Block.
iii. Provides new alternatives of food and beverages for students.
c. Benefits to the Campus:
i. Increases campus value.
ii. Enhances the lake view.
iii. Improves walkability around the campus.