sad week

the week started out well, i basically was like superman, on the office buildings, because i was done within two days, but the trouble only started, when i had began working on my community hub project. since that was giving me a hard time, i must have been absent mined, with the long weekend looming. the whole office project got corrupted and couldn't open. i had to rush in the office on Saturday and get the blue print to start from scratch, i defiantly wont be getting any sleep this weekend. until Monday

back to the drawing board

so OK the office project was almost 50% done, but my boss was not happy with what she designed, so she said delete all the previous work and start from scratch, we phoned the right people and put ideas together, before she had a late night at the office, on Friday she pitched the latest plan to me. that means on Monday after she develops  it a little bit more, i must take over, and get it done. on another note the makeni project clients are in the country, luckily for us i moved fast in the design, now its all about square meters and cost, my boss was impressed with the plan and possible elevation i pitched her, but we argued on the fact that the client has such a low budget, but we will push ahead and try to reduce cost in need be, I'm hopping the client does not change her mind on the before brief, because the plan is suited for that brief. except for contractors on the battle front with us, we also manage to submit the bid for the new bank of Zambia that all the firms are fighting for, although our package was small, size doesnt matter compared to quality, and  fi did her best on that project even though shes new. so until next week

Architectural process in practice

well started working on the elevations of the office building again, we trying out new looks, and been in constant talks with our suppliers on materials. the makeni shopping mall has had to take a back seat for now. after i finished the four types of elevations it was back to the makeni project where we hard run into some trouble concerning the roof support that runs through the clinic, one one side, the flats are good to go, just some changes here and there and we good to go, enjoy work now, but i want more, cant wait for next week

learning week

the week started off fantastic. the makeni shopping complex is coming along very well. just some concerns on the roof and how it will come about, since its a low cost project, i would prefer to use a more modern way of construction. learned some interesting ways of construction, hopefully the next week we can proceed to the full sections and elevations

stw community hub

Community Hub - Naphtali Mphaisha

Concept- Natural geometric shapes, that co-respond to their function and context. Making it easier for a community to unit and co-exist freely.

Design- The geometric shapes allow the construction technology to become subdue and clear to construct. The concept consists of five (5) individual components that come together to form one unit. Firstly, the internet tower. The tower is accessible through-out the day and night, including a safety gate. It will allow seating for social gatherings and networking. The second and third parts are made up of curved structures that resemble arms, and are positioned on either side of the tower. These structures act as an open plan seating area that allows visible sight all around the main structure. The idea for this structure is to enforce a logical social gathering during functions such as performances that could possible take place or too just casually sit and have lunch. The fourth structure is the stage. It is carefully placed in such a way that you can view it from the tower or curved seating area. This makes sure that the area is served as a public space. The fifth and last structure resembles a sort of chalet, but with semi open wall structures. This will be known as the meeting or studying area, as the noise level will be buffered by the brick tower. Making sure that if there is a performance on stage, you can still have a little privacy. The whole structure is designed in such a way as to allow as much seating as possible, using building material as furniture, while providing protection from the elements. The roofs are held up by gum poles and connectors. This will provide the addition to the urban fabric, a tower simple in its design and construction, that it is suitable for any environment.

concept model, advanced.

stwv community hub precedent study

Community hub precedent study

Naphtali Mphaisha 211038547

CPUT 2^nd year STW and CTD project

COMMUNITY HUB –PHILIP DANIEL CONRADE

POAD 2010                            REF NO. 207006717

Concept/ Plan/ Joinery and Development.

Sections and Elevations

 Working models

FUNCTIONAL PRECEDENT

-          What is the main technological idea of the structure/building

   Conradie used gum poles, concrete, and brick to create an outdoor like experience for this community hub. The poles are connecting with the use of pole connecters to provide the primary structure. The secondary structure is connected in such a way that it provides stability, but also acts as a roof, floor and natural furniture. Concrete foundations lay underground, which the bottom of the primary poles are casted into. The walkway is concrete and leads to the brick tower. The size of the whole hub is important as it relates to scale of the concept and idea of my own community hub.

-          How does the technological idea contribute to the overall idea of the structure

   Intent- Philip Daniel Conradie:” The project requests the creation of a community hub, a place promoting social interaction, education and entertainment. The intent is to create a place where this culmination of different functions can merge into an interesting addition to the urban fabric an addition which blends into context”.

   Concept- Philip Daniel Conradie:” An epicentre, a landmark, a knot in the contextual fabric from where information bulges and explodes outwards. Always learning. Always growing.

good week

well the shopping complex looks like its coming alone very well, although i miss Monday with a flu, i managed to spend my time in bed coming up with new ideas and it helped. worried about some angels cause of the wasted space but the site plan forces me to design at an angel. the flats are done and the clinic too. just adjustments to the shopping floor plan and we can take it to review hopefully on Monday i can start the sections and elevation, i still haven't thought about the roof plan yet. anyway on a separate thought i spent the time at home cleaning the roof and fixing the gutters, down pipes and seen more architecture techniques. was a bit scared of been so high without a safety net but we managed till late at night. we also managed to find the missing plans for the new house my father building, and got them to council this morning, and unfortunately my client is still fighting in court for his land, but the drawings i did for him are ready. oh yes and the bosses are back from vacation, so the office is buzzing with orders and work again, i printed the new office plans i had done for review and we will discuss the next step next week...for now I'm looking forward to the weekend so until next Friday bye!!!!!!!!!!!!!