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The design will involve a typical bedroom block exterior window or wall conditions that

are to be integrated into the tender forms. It will also include a glazed atrium and a games room.

The design will also entail a small 100m2 amenity garden pavilion for a student games room

(Self, 2014).

Block external wall/window conditions

The wall design will comprise an eco-friendly wall. There are many variables to consider

achieving this kind of wall. This entails its airtightness, insulation values, embodied the energy

and sustainability of the supplies to be used in the construction. Thermal mass is also an issue.

The walls have a variety of functions that have to be put into consideration. These include

keeping out intruders, keeping out the weather, sound insulation, and visual privacy. The push

towards a zero carbon construction has led to the emergence of walls that are air tight and

insulated. This is by the pasivhaus standard (Winter, 2006). This is a standard for low energy

usage and strategies for achieving this. Furthermore, the building will be passively solar heated,

in contrast to using extra gadgets to use them.

Insulation

Insulation of the walls will rely on a variety of methods, Insulating the external wall

relies on a number of reasons. This is imperative if you intend to sue the walls as a buffer or heat

store. The walls can also be insulated to avoid losing space internally, especially when you want

to avoid internal insulation options that are costly and would take up space. Insulating the

external walls will prevent the cooling fin outcome that arises where the interior walls are

linked to exterior walls. The thermal mass is found inside the building, and should be left intact.
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This also avoids disturbances to the interior features and surface. This will not affect the finishes

and interior decorations, and they are left intact (Bizley, 2010). Planning permission should be

obtained before the insulation. It is imperative to add as much insulation as possible to the

external walls. This will require about 300mm thickens to ensure the insulation will achieve the

pasivhaus standard. The gutters will have to be repositioned to allow for the insulation.

Furthermore, the gullies and fall pipes will also have to be repositioned.

The roof will be extended outwards and downwards to provide cover the added wall

thickness. In this regard, the windows will have to be circular. Furthermore, there will be some

proposal considerations to how the loft or roof padding connects to the wall installation to

prevent cold bridging. Allowing traditional walls and preventing condensation is necessary

(Bizley, 2010).

Figure 1: Insulation

Damp proof course (DPC)

DPCs are used in the isolation of dry inner surfaces from any outer surfaces that could

absorb water and become moist. This is guided by building regulations. This means that damp

proof courses, closers, and cavity trees are provided to guarantee that water drains outwards.

Even though some external facades are intended to be entirely water resistant, like the roof
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layers, other surfaces can quickly take in water. These include external timber cladding and

exterior parts of walls such as brick, stone, and block work. Furthermore, cement could also

crack if it is not in a flawless condition (Self, 2014). To prevent moisture, a membrane or a thin

layer or plastic can be used between the dry inner surface and the damp outer surface. The layer

is placed at the base of the walls to deter water from rising from the ground. The DPC is a

strategy to prevent damp getting into the walls and causing issues. This is a part of the building

regulations. With the use of standard masonry building such as block and brick, it is the norm to

have a band of plastic in the walls to prevent damp from growing through the brickwork. The

DPC is positioned at a minimum of 140mm above the ground level in the exterior leaf of the

capacity barrier. This means that it is always above the snow level and splash from rainwater.

Furthermore, it is above the level of damp rubbish that often collected on the ground outside

(Unwin, 2013). If the ground level fluctuates, then the DPC level will vary with the changes in

the floor level. The DPC within the internal section could be at a varying elevation, commonly

just underneath the level of the floor support so as it can protect them.

Figure 2: DPC incorporation

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Many existing buildings lack DPC if they are more than 100 years old. The DPC was

part of the public health act of 1875. Chemical treatment can be used, especially on bare brick

walls, but will not be effecient in stonewalls. This is because the substance may not spread to the

places it is supposed to. The most efficient method is electro-osmosis. This depends on the

application of a subtle electric current to electrons that have been placed at regular interludes in

the wall. They are then connected to an anode in the ground (Bodart & Evrard, 2012). It is a very

complex process, but it is effective in neutralizing the forces that encourage the movement of

moisture up the wall. Damp proofing bricks and clay tubes can also be used. They are placed at

intervals in the wall and provide space for air to vaporise moist before it increases in the wall.

Internal linings and walls

There are a variety of ways in which internal walls affect the environment. This can arise

from the hazard of decreasing air tightness. It also entails the sustainability of the materials used.

It is also essential to prevent indoor pollution and consider the flexibility of the design. This

arises from the adaptability and performance of the materials used. Other factors include the

sound of resistance, fire resistance, and running of services. One of the essential elements when

constructing the internal wall is what, and to what level, the walls need to be capacity bearing.

The characteristics of acoustic padding and high warm air mass often are linked to heavyweight

materials (Morrison, 2011). On the other hand, the traditional methods for internal walls such as

brick and block are quite weak regarding sustainability, adaptability and embodied energy.

However, they are the best when it comes to thermal mass, fire and sound reduction.

Plasterboards are quite good and are easy to remove and alter, as long as the floor level is equal
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in the different rooms. Plasterboard is quite low in regards to the thermal mass. It is also not

good for sound insulation. However, this is the best choice for the walls.

Glazed atrium

The atrium will follow an alpha glazing system. This is an atrium, capped and skylight

glazing bar system. The design of the overhead glazing entails an aluminium extrusion that uses

a minimum of two edges that are then linked to the primary structure. It is used externally for the

canopies or internally as a skylight. It is the best solutions and is quite economical for

warehouses hangers and grandstands. It is also rated as a high-performance system and

sophisticated for all sloped glazing applications and high-end skylight. The design considers

various factors to ensure its effectiveness (Winter, 2006). This entails coping with heat gain or

loss, heavy water loadings, and higher specification products. This involves using high

performance insulated and laminated glass units.

The overhead glazing configurations entail hip ridge skylights. It will also have

multifaceted pyramids and segmented barrel vault skylights. The atrium can be installed on a

minimum slope of 5 degrees. It will also have drainage facilities. Condensation controls will also

be integrated into the system. It will also consider a thermal break. It can also provide a different

colour from outside to inside. It can allow for the use of recognized glass thicknesses as

applicable in commercial glazing. It also has a special connection and splicing features essential

for weathering. The bars will also be designed to accommodate co-extruded backing gaskets to

limit the long-term shrinkage issues (Bodart & Evrard, 2012). The glass is also retained with a

gasket fitting outside and inside, acting as a water seal. It also provides a means to cushion

against glass damage and vibrations. The suite will be applicable in a size of about 55-80mm.
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The surface finishing will use a PVF2 fluorocarbon. It will also use polyester powder coat that

comes in unique colours or the standard version. It will also use anodised colours. This entails

the commercial grade 20-micron finish. The subcontractors will also carry out testing. This will

consider various performance specifications such as NZS/AS4284:2008 that looks at whether air

pressure, air leakage and water meet and exceed the minimum requirement. It will also entail

looking at NZS4223 that deals with glazing on windows (Baker, et al., 2015). Testing will also

involve NZS4223 that looks ta the structural design actions and NZS4211that looks at the

performance of windows.

Student games room

The space required for the student games room can be extended forms the amenity garden

pavilion. The games room will have pool tables. These will be in a variety of sizes. The most

common ones are designed as 7, 8 and 9 foot. The tables are about 30 inches high. There is also

a clear space above the table at about 30 inches from the hanging lights on the ceiling. There will

be an additional five feet as clearance space around the tables and next to the walls. There will be

an additional 2 feet or even more when the tables are close to furniture and other game tables.

The 100 sq ft will be sufficient to cater to the needs of the game room (Stine, 2011).

The floors will have to be in a level position. It means that it can cater to over 2,000

pounds, the weight of a wooden pool table. There will be additional diffused lights that will be

placed on the playing surfaces. These lights should have a rating of about 370 lumens, which

makes it about 140-watt incandescent bulbs. Fluorescent lightings and sharp shadows should be

avoided. The rack, about 11 inches in a triangle, and the cues, about 5-6 feet long should be

placed near and within the table (Wing, 2011).

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The student game room will also have a table tennis. The table comes in a single size, and

measures about 5 feet, 0 inches wide, 30 inches high and 9 feet, 6 inches long. It will require

about 8 feet at each end of the table, and 3 feet on each side clear from the walls. It requires

about 22 feet in length so that it is accommodated in the pavilion. Halogen lighting is essential.

It should have a range of about 150 to 500 lumens on the tabletop surface. Natural light can be

used during the day (Bodart & Evrard, 2012). Furthermore, fluoresce illuminations should be

avoided.

Foosball should also be part of the games room. It takes little space, and measures about

6inches thick, 47 inches long and 28 inches wide. The overlay dimensions for the table ranges

from 29 to 35 inches wide and 53 to 69 inches long excluding the protruding hands that control

the figurines. The height of the table is about 36 inches. Diffused lighting should be provided

with about 240 lumens. Chess and checkers are also an easy addition to the garden pavilion.

Small tables are available for checkers, backgammon, and chess. The game board should be

about 23 inches. The length is often 29 inches. The chairs used can be those used in dining, and

they do not need to have casters (Bodart & Evrard, 2012). The outdoor lighting is adequate, and

it should not be too bright so that players can easily see the game pieces. The area sued should be

about 5 feet wide and 9 feet long.

Layout

The garden pavilion should be located in a separate place that is secluded from noise

reducing areas such as public walkways. The playing surfaces should be lit uniformly, with

minimal shadows at less than 520 lux. The duplex outlets should be placed on the ceiling above

the table positions to allow for easier rearrangement of the tables when the need arises. The
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outlets should be wired to a switch so they every table light can be turned on and off without

affecting the other tables. Room lighting should also be provided, such as indirect lighting to

reduce shadows. The windows should be placed on the east and or north side of the room to

minimise glare (Stine, 2011). Curtains and blinds can also be sued to reduce glare. There should

be plenty of space for seating such as couches, stools, and benches. This will minimise the

chance that people will sue the tables for seating. This also reduces the costs for maintaining the

tables. Traffic between the tables should also be limited to individuals who are playing on the

tables. The room can accommodate two 9' Gandy Big-G pocket tables, one new (full size) 12'

snooker table, and one modern 10' carom table.

Figure 3: Floor plan of the game room area

Landscape standards
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It is necessary that builders use stormwater best management practices (BMPs) and Low

Impact development (LID) in the development of the garden pavilion. The storm drainage design

should consider BMPs to save over 89% of the rainfall on site for storms up to the 24-hour event.

The developer should provide LID training for the builders so that they are fully aware and

implement these standards with a minimum level of expense or supervision. The downspouts

from the roofs should be disconnected from the paved surface. Instead, they should be directed

towards the grass areas, plant beds, level spreaders and the BMPs that encourage infiltration of

stormwater runoff back into the ground. Additionally, all sediment and soil erosion control

strategies should be in place before any tree removal or soil disturbance. Hardscape and paving

materials are to reflect the character and color of architectural elements of the construction.

Furthermore, they should be indigenous to the region. The conventional paving materials include

gravel, concrete, and brick (Unwin, 2013). The landscape should accommodate about 49% of

native plants on all disturbed areas of the site. The lawn areas should be minimized to no more

than 14% of any lot to have lawn grass. Furthermore, leave a minimum of 39% of the lot areas

available for landscape should be covered with landscape mulch and ground cover or natural. All

the visible facades of the buildings should have perennials, shrubs, trees, and grasses. There

should be a minimum of one canopy tree at the front f each yard. This would ensure that the

walkways have sufficient space.

The sidewalks are also an essential part of the construction. They will be a minimum of

6 wide and a maximum of 9. They are made up of concrete. The multipurpose walks will have

a minim of 9 wide and a maximum of 9 wide. They can be surfaced with mulch, asphalt, soil,

cement, and gravel depending on the anticipated use and context. The sidewalks and trails should

be connected to the amenities. There should also have adequate signage and are well lighted. The
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signage will be beneficial for new people in the vicinity, and allow visitors to locate where there

are going easily (Bizley, 2010).

For the end spaces, the minimum tree used for canopy trees during installation should be

about 2.5-inch caliper and 9-13 feet in height. During installation, ground cover and grasses

should be a minimum of 1 gallon in size. All mulch can be triple ground hardwood bark, mulch

that has been aged for a minimum of 6 months to a year. The recommended lawn grasses include

Empire oysia and Centipede or any drought resistance varieties. Irrigation should occur for one

for the tree and shrubs. Once established, the irrigation can be turned odd, and only used during

the period of the prolonged drought. The trees and shrubs should also be sprinkled on a regular

basis to ensure that their appearance is maintained (Stine, 2011). Furthermore, there should be a

35% reduction in the portable water usage ensuring that water bills are minimized.

In conclusion, the scheme for the student accommodation will achieve its goals by

considering the walls and the student games room. The development of the specifications for the

external walls will consider insulation and damp prevention strategies. It will also entail the use

of a damp proof course that would prevent water from getting into the halls. The internal linings

and walls also need to use materials that are sustainable, and considers several variables such as

being sound proof and fire proof. The glazed atrium will also consider a variety of specifications.

Finally, several landscape specifications have to be considered. This includes open spaces,

walkways specifications, signage, among other variables.

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