The document proposes developing the empty plot of land into a community park to benefit nearby residents. The proposed park would include public green spaces, jogging tracks, a children's play area, an amphitheater, and a large chess set. Surrounding stakeholders who would benefit include residents who would have a new recreational space, local shop owners who could see more business, and authorities who could hold community events there. The proposal provides details on the project components and outlines tasks for architects, engineers, and other professionals required to design and build the park.

1. 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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2. 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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3. 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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4. Rationale
After 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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5. 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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6. Impacts
The 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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7. 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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8. 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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9. BUBBLE DIAGRAM:
CONCEPTUAL PLAN:
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10. MASTER PLAN
LEGEND:
Trees Pergola
Gazebo
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SCALE 1:400
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GREEN AREA
GREENAREA
PLAY AREA
GREEN AREA
CAR PARK

11. Project Details
1. 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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12. 2. Tracks for jogging and roller skating
As 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 children
The 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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13. 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 purpose
Chess 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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14. 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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15. 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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16. • 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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17. • 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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18. • 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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19. Stakeholders
The following are the stakeholders that have been identified for this project:
Residents of Taman Yoon Fook
The 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 nearby
The 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 Tamans
They 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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20. Local Authorities
The 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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21. Documents
Letter to Authorities for Building Permission
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