THREE Phase / Assignment Delivery:
Phase 1 / Assignment 1 - (30%): Client / Stakeholder’s Scope (Schematic Design)

Phase 2 / Assignment 2 - (40%): Project Team’s Design Response (Design Development)

Phase 3 / Assignment 3 – (30%): Final Full Design Package

01_PHASE 1 / ASSIGNMENT 1 BRIEF (30%): Client / Stakeholder’s Scope will be:

Developed by each design team. In formulating the scope, each project team will be expected to be diligent and resourceful by gathering information specifically pertaining to Rottnest, case studies (similar context and scope) and the attainment of first-hand information will be made available through stakeholder presentations and engagements.

Research to gather qualitative and quantitative information and data relevant for the project formulation. This is to include but not limited to a thorough: site analysis/investigation, Rottnest Island history, design research publications and case studies with similarity and relevancy.

Rottnest Island Authority (RIA) may currently have existing EOI and RFT that can provide a reference. It is essential that design teams identify essential questions for RIA informed by a thorough background pre-search.

In your project team, set-up the following portfolios and assign team members to each portfolio: Research Portfolio, Technical Portfolio, Modelling Portfolio and Communication Portfolio.

Phase 1 / Assignment 1 consist of deliverables A, B and C:
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Deliverable A - Project Definition Report (PDR)

Project teams will develop the project scope to be delivered as Project Definition Report (PDR), capturing the components that include the aspirational and functional brief, establishing a clear scope will pay off in the long term. As the scope will provide a winning design pitch and guiding document that allows the project team and the stakeholders to use as a reference document throughout the design process.

The Project Definition Report a document which describes clearly and concisely by outlining the essential deliverables, project opportunities, limitations and constraints of the project. A high-level positioning statement to demonstrate the overarching value-proposition for the project. The following aspects/areas should be covered in the Project Definition Report ‘headers’:
• EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• BACKGROUND / CONTEXT - explain the broader context and existing context,
• VALUE PROPOSITION - include criteria for success, value management,
• PROJECT DESIGN VISION,
• STRATEGIES AND OBJECTIVES,
• PROJECT DESCRIPTION – needs analysis,
• SCHEDULE OF ACCOMMODATION - proposed floor area and summary schedule of uses and areas,
• FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND OPERATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS,
• SITE DESCRIPTION,
• PROJECT CASE STUDIES,
• REFERENCE REPORTS - (site information /surveys, feasibility studies etc.) and anticipated project package and deliverable
• TAILORED RESUMES OF TEAM MEMBERS
#The above listing is by no means an exhaustive list. Project teams in discussion with architecture firm lead (director). MUST agree on the contents page and extent of coverage for in delivering the PDR.
 

Scope of Works for the project team

Design and Planning
• Provide site layout design, taking into account for the existing features of the destinated extent of the location and access requirements.
• Provide measurements and dimension information (survey) to support project execution.
• If possible, in phase 1, provide a complete Bill of Quantities and/or cost estimates for the proposed project.
#All designs and architectural drawings must incorporate universal accessible requirements, in line with international standards.
 

 Site and Location – assessment of minimising the impact on or of all new proposed new building works with respect to local requirements to form part of the evaluation process: site and locational constraints or requirements such as mitigation of environmental and social impact.
 

 BIG PICTURE (Master Planning requirements) – consider the immediate and long-term framework for future development. Carefully consider the integration of existing building stock with new proposed.
 

 Design Philosophy – interpreting and translating Rottnest Island Authority’s aspirations for the qualities of the design proposal in terms of aesthetics, characteristics, relationship to public and private activities.
 

#IMPORTANT NOTES for Deliverable A –
i) The report format is A3 and may have removable inserts, folder-outs into larger paper format i.e. A2 or banner etc.
ii) The PDR can include illustrations, diagrams, sketches, images, photos etc.
iii) The PDR is a ‘designed’ document – holding crucial information but does not mean it has to be dry and uninspiring. The quality in its engagement with the reader will serve to further support the confidence of the reader in anticipation of the design. Tell the story and engage the contextual and design narrative.
iv) Proper referencing and citation must be applied.

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Deliverable B – PDR Visualisation MAP (Vis-MAP) of the Project Definition Report

A visual narrative informed by the PDR aims at providing an insightful reading of the project team’s understanding of the project context whilst at the same time, offer the audience an anticipate project response. The PDR Vis-MAP should seek to provide an impression through Illustration the connectivity, flow, networks, process, activities, approach, philosophy, drivers etc. See it as a PDR Vis-MAP that captivates, informs and demonstrates to the audience the way in which the project team sees the project as a design ‘ecosystem’.

#IMPORTANT NOTES for Deliverable B –
i) Digital GIF – animated and interactive
ii) physical artefacts such as touchstone models, site models, massing models etc.
iii) the PDR Vis-MAP unpacks the PDR into a more interactive and acts as a conversational piece
iv) Refer carefully to the examples of design Master’s thesis research Vis-MAPs provided during
briefings

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Deliverable C – Audio Recording
The project team will provide an audio/visual presentation. This can be in the form of audio and video of the project team presenting, using the program echo360 or similar to the capture image and audio recording (iMovie) or simply an audio-only presentation. The duration of the presentation should be maximum of 15 minutes.
#IMPORTANT NOTE – All students are to upload the ‘full project team submission of Phase 1/
Assignment 1 – A, B and C’ to both Design Studio (ARCH3026) and Methods Studio (ARCH3027).

02_PHASE 2 / ASSIGNMENT 2 BRIEF (40%): Project Team’s Design Response:

To produce drawn and physical artefacts as deemed appropriate by the design team. The aim for project team is to produce a convincing Schematic Design (SD) that demonstrates, inspires and captures the understanding and interpretation of what the client wanted the project to achieve. Clarity in the
design communication is imperative in order to assist the client to make an informed selection.

 

The Schematic Design submission should incorporate all items outlined in the Scope of Works. The SD should be in a packaged format which can include booklets, plans, physical artefacts/models accompanied with other narrative materials that support to communicate and convey the project proposal. The SD package should be extensive enough to allow the reader to fully understand the conceptualisation of the design.

 

The design objective(s) – To define the general scope, extent, scale, spatial functions and spatial programs, circulation and access and cost. The SD is documented in sufficient detail to convey a clear and comprehensive illustration of the project team’s design response.

 

Phase 2 / Assignment 2 consist of deliverables A, B and C:
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Deliverable A - Project team to submit the following Architectural Drawings:
Civil Site Pan
• Site plan of the project showing the extent of the location of all buildings, roads, parking, landscape and any other elements deemed significate to the
design context
• The extent of proposed design response
• Existing utilities noted with new proposed utility also noted
• Site drainage, stormwater removal or detention indicated
• Provisions for access, easements and setback, etc.
• If required, environmental impact study
 

Conceptual Building Floor Plans
• Plans of all floors showing a structural grid, vertical circulation elements, core elements, vertical shafts, interior partitions (fixed and operable) and openings (doors and windows) locations.
• Key dimensions and overall dimensions
• A plan indicating the major extent of materials and nay special conditions/provisions or equipment
• Preliminary finishes schedule for typical areas
• Area summary
• Accessibility routes
• Solar orientation diagram
• Sketches of alternative approaches considered
• Owner occupant report explaining design rationale and assumptions regarding operational and functional matters
 

Roof Plan
• Structural grid
• Roof material
• Preliminary drains slope
 

Conceptual Building Sections
• Major sections through the building
• Structural grid
• Building to grade and levels
• Floor to floor and floor to ceiling heights indicated
• Materials specified
 

Conceptual Details
• Typical floor, wall and roof sections
 

Structural
• Design criteria narrative
• Structural system description including alternatives considered
 

MEP (Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing)
• Preliminary HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning) system description to include central plant, duct chases, single lines showing major duct runs
• Energy sources identified; entrances noted on architectural drawings
• Mechanical rooms sized and located on architectural drawings Vertical shafts and risers’ spaces sized and indicated on architectural drawings
• Plumbing fixture count complies with code/program (Drinking fountains, lavatories, urinals, water closets, etc)
• Location of the cooling tower, mechanical rooms, electrical equipment shown on elevations, roof and/or site plans.
• Fire protection codes and standards narrative
• Power requirements stated
• Substation and switchgear room-sized and located on plans
• Gas, water, sewer, etc., service points
• Telephone and electrical room requirements shown on plans
• Lighting outlined in the plan
• Design criteria for electrical services, including voltage, number of feeders, and whether feeders are overhead or underground. Provide a specific description of items to be served by emergency power and describe consideration for special areas.

#MEP – Deliverables to be discussed with the project team and negotiated with Unit Coordinator as to the extent to which the design team can provide information as part of the submission.
 

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Deliverable B - Project team to provide the following Architectural Artefacts:
Physical Concept Touchstone Model(s)
• The concept touchstone model(s) are diagrammatic in nature. They represent ideas to illustrate the inspiration for the inception of the design concept
 

Physical Massing Model(s)
• The massing model(s) inform the design iteration process by way of offering the generative and ideational design process.
 

Physical Final Model(s)
• The final model(s) encapsulates the design narrative; these models can be operable, composite etc. The final model must be captivating and demonstrative to enable the project team in putting forward the design.

# All Physical Models – Scale, material and level of detail are to be determined by the collective project team in consultation with the director (architecture practice).
 

ARCHITECTURE DESIGN 5 (ARCH3026) & ARCHITECTURE METHIOD 5 (ARCH3027) – 40%
Deliverable C – Audio Recording
The project team will provide an audio/visual presentation. This can be in the form of audio and video of the project team presenting, using the program echo360 or similar to capture the image and audio recording (iMovie) or simply an audio-only presentation. The duration of the presentation should be maximum of 15 minutes.
#IMPORTANT NOTE – All students are to upload the ‘full project team submission of Phase 2/
Assignment 2 – A, B and C’ to both Design Studio (ARCH3026) and Methods Studio (ARCH3027).

03_PHASE 3 / ASSIGNMENT 3 BRIEF (30%): Final Full Design Package

The project teams will submit a final-full-design package. At this stage, project teams have the following options based on their performance to date in phase 1 and 2. Project teams who are performing exceedingly well will be expected to advance the proposal further through innovative means of
digital production (GIF, stop-motion, audiovisual, VR, interactive PDF live document, Website etc.) and teams who have some shortfalls in their proposal should look to rectify these accordingly. Reflective practice at the completion of major deliverable milestones is essential to reinforce the
learning and ensure that the final full package is without error.

 

Phase 3 / Assignment 3 consist of deliverables A, B and C:
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Deliverables A –

Consists of reviewing and reflection on Phase 1 / Assignment 1, this Phase 3 / Assignment 3 is an opportunity to rework aspects of the submission to make improvements and to respond to review and feedback in the rubric and evaluation.

ARCHITECTURE METHODS STUDIO 5 (ARCH3027) – 30%
Deliverables B –

Consists of reviewing and reflection on Phase 2 / Assignment 2, this Phase 3 / Assignment 3 is an opportunity to rework aspects of the submission to make
improvements and to respond to review and feedback in the rubric and evaluation.

ARCHITECTURE DESIGN 5 (ARCH3026) & ARCHITECTURE METHIOD 5 (ARCH3027) – 30%
Deliverables C – Audio Recording
The project team will provide an audio/visual presentation. This can be in the form of audio and video of the project team presenting, using the program
echo360 or similar to capture the image and audio recording (iMovie) or simply an audio only presentation. The duration of the presentation should be
maximum of 15 minutes.
#IMPORTANT NOTE – All students are to upload the ‘full project team submission of Phase 3/
Assignment 3 – A, B and C’ to both Design Studio (ARCH3026) and Methods Studio (ARCH3027)

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ALL THREEE ASSIGNMENTS

Marking Rubric / Marking Criteria

For all three assignments across both units - Design Studio (ARCH3026) and Methods Studio (ARCH3027)