Introduction to the Construction Industry [QSB30105]
Final Project : The Project Brief
Group Members : Lim Woo Leon 0322180
Michelle Wong Sook Yin 0322362
Justin Chong Yong Sheng 0322845
Tutor : Ms. Ann See Peng
Proposal APasar Desa
1. Project Objectives
To enhance the functionality of unused space.
To promote a healthy lifestyle where people can gather in a community.
To provide maximum comfort for consumers in terms of environment and atmosphere.
1.1 Project Description
The proposed project is a
50m x 70m commercial area where
it surrounds the residential area in
Desa Park City, Kepong, Selangor.
The proposed commercial area, which is a market place is a 2 in 1 wet
and dry market build in a premise. The hybrid market place serves a
wide range of goods and produce, even electronics and everyday items.
It is a place where people can find fresh and cheap goods in just a stone
throw away from their residence.
The market place provides many
facilities which includes public
washrooms and an ample car park
space. To avoid any foul smell from old
and rotten goods and produce, an area for garbage dumpsters is located
to maintain the hygiene of the market.
The market opens every day from 7am-11am except for Sundays
and public holidays. The whole premise is managed by the management
committee who deals with the maintenance and hygiene of the premise.
The name of the project is ‘Pasar Desa’, where construction will
begin approximately 3 months after approval.
2. Project Plan
2.1 Bubble Diagram
2.2 Sketch Plan / Conceptual Plan
2.3 Transportation / Circulation plan
2.4 Elements / Concept
2.4.1 Exterior
The Premise
The market itself is based on Penang’s very own Chowrasta Market where the concept between a wet and dry market exist.
It is a convenient yet simple design concept that enables the market to be successful project where many people gather to purchase their goods.
Car park
The market provides an ample car park space to provide maximum circulation and movement for people and vehicle.
An average car park space is 4.8 by 2.8 metres to accommodate a wide range of vehicles from different sizes.
It can fit approximately 100 cars with extra space for pedestrian walkways.
Garbage Dumpster
It plays a vital role in the market to maintain the cleanliness of the place.
The dumpster is placed at the very back of the market to enable the garbage truck to dispose the garbage weekly with ease.
Restrooms
It is located quite a distance from the main premise to maintain the hygiene of the vicinity.
Its size is approximately 15m – 20m in length to accommodate the number of people there.
Loading Bay
The loading bay is located at the corner of the premise to stock their goods and to maintain the quantity of goods.
It occupies a large area of space to allow multiple loading trucks to load their goods.
2.4.2 Types of Stalls
Butcher
Fishmonger
Greengrocer
Second hand bookstore
Textile ShopBakery
3. Rationale
3.1 Rationale of Proposed site
The proposed market place is a combination of wet and dry
markets put into a premise. The market is well balanced out with the
many commercial and entertainment areas around Desa Park City. Its
distinctive wet market makes it the one and only place that provides
fresh fish, meat etc. Its layout enables the community and their vehicles
to circulate smoothly where their movement is not hindered. Moreover,
the proposed market place acts as a gathering place for the community
where communication between friends and neighbours are encouraged.
Its location is also suitable where the foul smell of wastes unable to
dispersed easily to the residential and other areas.
3.2 Benefit
Client
The client gains an advantage by expanding their business or as an
alternative source of income through the new market place.
Clients can manage their business effectively where travel distance is
short if they were the residence nearby.
Community
The community can save fuel money by walking for a few miles to
and fro from their residence and the market place.
The community can benefit from the cheap and fresh goods and
produces nearby instead of having to travel far away to purchase old
and expired goods.
There will be less traffic congestion even though it is a new building
being constructed due to the perfect planning of circulation and
movement of vehicles people moving in and out.
Job opportunities are likely to increase to lessen the case of
unemployment.
The market premise has the potential to be expanded to a market
complex where the residence can benefit from wide range of goods
and produce.
3.3 Impact
Management committee
The management committee may spend lots of money to maintain
the cleanliness of the premise and for maintenance.
For example, clogged drain, Bursting of pipes and etc.
Distance From the City
Due to the site located in the suburb, shipping of stocks may be
delayed which interrupts the flow of business.
Risk of Pollution
Pollution likely will arise such as air pollution due to the foul smell of
rotten and old goods.
Water pollution may occur due to unwanted waste from goods and
produce.
Hygiene
There may be unwanted pest within the premises due to dirty and
rotten goods.
Diseases may spread from poultries.
4. Project Risk Management
Risk Effects of Risk Probability Impact ApproachesFailure to complete Project
Construction work may be delayed. The Construction may be abandoned. All the work done is wasted.
Low High The Project plan needs to be monitored thoroughly. A proper schedule is needed to ensure that the project begins and end in the stipulated time.
Insufficient Budget
The risk of the project being abandoned and postponed. It is a waste of space and an eye sore for the community.
Medium Medium Hire a qualified Quantity Surveyor to calculate the precise budget. Materials used have to be managed wisely.
Failure to Receive Approval
The project is unable to begin.
Medium High Prepare all the required details to form a complete document for approval. Project details have to be carefully considered.
Accidents happen to workers
The project may be delayed. It affects the productivity of labour.
Low High Hire a supervisor to monitor the construction site to ensure the safety of the workers. Provide safety measures such as safety helmets to the workers.
Weather Changes (haze/rain)
The risk of workers getting sick. It delays the construction work.
High Medium Provide mask for the workers to avoid unwanted sickness. Plan the project schedule according to the weather forecast.
Client’s sudden change of plans
The completion of project will be delayed.It will lead to budget insufficient.
Low Medium Hire qualified professionals to plan the project according to the client’s needs to avoid any change in plan.
Party quits the Project
The project may come to a halt.
Low High Hire experienced professionals for the job. Provide a mediator to avoid any contradictions.
5. Conclusion
The market place will be a place where people find cheap and fresh goods and produces, everyday items and many more. It is also a place where people gather and share experiences in life away from the city. Students can seek food to bite on before heading off to school to boost up their mental health. It is where octogenarians buy ingredients to serve their family members their favourite dishes. Therefore, this project serves many roles for all ages.
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