1. HKU Inter-disciplinary Design Project Are you ready for the challenge? http://www.hku.hk/bse/interdisciplinary

2. Background History: First started in 2001-2002 Jointly organised by HKU’s Departments of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering; Dept. of Real Estate and Construction also joins in 2006 Course codes: ARCH3001 – Architectural design V BBSE3005 – Inter-disciplinary building services design CIVL3023 – Inter-disciplinary design project RECO2001 – Surveying studio II Proposed student grouping:- 1 Arch + 1 BSE/ME + 1 Civil/Env + 1 Surveying

3. Objectives To create a multidisciplinary team environment for students to participate and understand the rationales and requirements of building design process To enable students to investigate and learn various skills for interdisciplinary design To develop students’ knowledge and skills in integrated building design with a focus on creative, sustainable and appropriate solutions

4. BSE Civil Arch Civil HKU Inter-disciplinary Design Project 2003-2004

5. BSE Civil Arch HKU Inter-disciplinary Design Project 2004-2005

6. BSE Civil Arch HKU Inter-disciplinary Design Project 2005-2006

7. Philosophy Why interdisciplinary? Complexity of architectural/building design Need for integrated, holistic design solutions Changing construction & business culture Emphasis Teamwork & partnership Collaboration & creative thinking Communication & interactions

9. Learning Activities Core elements: Problem-based learning Architectural/Surveying studios Engineering design tutorials Design reports & oral presentations Supporting functions: Technical seminars/lectures Technical/Site visits Company visits

10. Past Project Themes 2005-06 An Equestrian (Horse-riding) Centre in Hong Kong 2004-05 An Exploratory and Training Centre for Traditional Boat Building 2003-04 Demonstration Centre for the New Era of Transport 2002-03 (1) HKU University Buildings: the South Site, University Drive, (2) New Star Ferry Terminal at Central, (3) Optical Fiber Factory at the Tai Po Industrial Estate 2001-02 Kadoorie Farm’s Research and Visitors Centre

11. Project Theme 2006-2007 Retail and Entertainment Centre Location: Causeway Bay (in between Lee Garden Road, Fu Ming Street, Percival Street and Hennessy Road) (Source: CentaMap.com)(Source: maps.google.com)

12. Course Description Current operation: 6 credit units for BSE/ME students Compulsory for BSE students; elective for ME students Duration: about 1.5 semester (finish by March/April) Design process: Stage 1 – Conceptual Design (Inter-disciplinary) Arch + Civil/Env + BSE/ME + Survey students working together Stage 2 – Detailed Design (Intra-disciplinary) BSE/ME students to develop the design solution further BBSE3005 Inter-disciplinary Building Services Design

13. Assessment Methods In-course Assessment (50%) Interim design review = 20% Stage 1 final presentation = 20% Stage 2 oral presentation = 10% Reports (50%) Stage 1 design report = 25% Stage 2 design report = 25% Assessed by design tutors & guest critics BBSE3005 Inter-disciplinary Building Services Design

14. Stage 1 – Conceptual Design Stage 2 – Detailed Design Oral presentations made by BSE/ME students BBSE3005 Inter-disciplinary Building Services Design

15. Reports prepared by BSE/ME students BBSE3005 Inter-disciplinary Building Services Design Design folder Stage 1 design report Stage 2 design report

16. Integration of Knowledge The design project is related to other BSE courses BBSE2001 Utility Services BBSE2002 Electrical Power Supply and Lighting Engineering BBSE2003 Project and Contract Management BBSE3003 Fire Protection Engineering BBSE3004 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration MECH3005 Building Services MECH3023 Building Energy Management and Control Systems Students can integrate the learning effectively BBSE3005 Inter-disciplinary Building Services Design

17. Programme 2006-2007 First semester:- Sep 2006: Background Research Oct 2006: Design Concepts 31-Oct-06: Interim Crit Presentation Nov/Dec 2006: Design Development 05-Dec-06: Final Crit Presentation Second semester: Jan-Mar/Apr 2007: Detailed Design 28-Mar-2007: Stage 2 Oral Presentation BBSE3005 Inter-disciplinary Building Services Design

18. Background Research Objective: To develop and evaluate the basic information about the site conditions, client’s requirements and design strategy. Research Method: Students will be divided into study groups with 4 to 5 persons in each group and will carry out the investigations to develop the key information of the project in 2 weeks time. They shall discuss with the design tutors to seek for advice and guidance. BBSE3005 Inter-disciplinary Building Services Design

19. Background Research Scope of Work: The research study shall focus on three principal areas. The aim is to search, collect and assess the essential information and data that are critical for planning, designing and operating the facilities in this project. (a) Site Conditions and Environment Site access, transportation and circulation Surrounding buildings and neighbourhood settings Climatic conditions, ventilation, air quality and noise Soil conditions (geotechnical) History and social culture BBSE3005 Inter-disciplinary Building Services Design

20. Background Research Scope of Work: (cont’d) (b) Client’s Requirements and Goals Overall theme and quality of the project development General requirements and targets (functional and technical) Specific requirements and preference (technical and contractual) Project duration and time phasing BBSE3005 Inter-disciplinary Building Services Design

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23. Background Research Scope of Work: (cont’d) (c) (Building Services) Design Strategy and Constraints Design objectives and design criteria Local regulations, authority approval and design practices Cost estimate and budget (preliminary) Coordination with building structure, architectural finishes and other services Utility connections and plant rooms (space requirements) Energy efficiency, sustainability and maintainability Design flexibility and reliability BBSE3005 Inter-disciplinary Building Services Design

24. Background Research Expected Outcome: Students shall analyse and organise their research findings in a systematic way so that the key information can be identified and used in the later design stages. The information shall be documented clearly in the design folder and proper citations shall be provided to the references and information sources. Each student group will make an oral presentation (15 minutes each) to explain the major findings. BBSE3005 Inter-disciplinary Building Services Design