Professional Practice and Management by Jake Richardson

Professional Practice and Management Jake Joseph Richardson

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Mid-year practical experience during Part 1 studies Name: 120111066 General Information Dates of Experience

26/01/2015 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 13/03/2015

Category of Experience

Experience of architectural practice in the UK, EEA, Channel Islands or Isle of Man, under the direct supervision of an architect either registered with the Architects Registration Board or registered within the territory where the experience is being undertaken.

Experience Level

Stage 1

Location

Newcastle Upon Tyne

School of Architecture/Monitoring Institution

School of Architecture planning and Landscape, Newcastle University

Professional Studies Advisor

John Kamara

PSA's Email

john.kamara@ncl.ac.uk

PSA's Phone No

0191 208 8619

Placement Provider

School of Architecture planning and Landscape, Newcastle University

Placement Address

School of Architecture, Planning and landscape, Newcastle University Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 7RU

Placement Phone No

0191 222 5831

Placement Website

www.ncl.ac.uk/apl

Student's Phone No

120111066

Student's Email

120111066@ncl.ac.uk

Brief Description of Placement Provider

Newcastle University School of Architecture Planning and Landscape undergraduate degree course in Architecture, September 2012 - July 2015

Employment Mentor

Daniel Mallo & Armelle Tardiveau

Mentor's Profession

Architect

Membership of Professional Bodies Registration Number

RIBA, ARB

Mentor's Email

daniel.mallo@ncl.ac.uk & armelle.tardiveau@ncl.ac.uk

Mentor's Phone No

0191 208 5687

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ARC3014: Professional Practice and Management Name: 120111066 Project Details (repeat boxes as necessary if recording more than one project) Project Name

Matter of light: Light Institute – Alice’s adventures in Richmond

Project Description

The photographic centre is founded by the Richmond Photographic Society, which requires an area to show its work and teach photography. Stemming from Photographic Studies the project has a focus on light and its reaction with raw materials. The site is located in the vicinity of Richmond Market Square, which occupies a prominent position as it lies in the axis of French Gate and Station Road, the two of the main roads in to Richmond Market Square. The site is split across three terraces the top of which is currently connected to an existing house which will be used as accommodation for the centre. The middle and bottom terrace are currently used for car parking. Overall the site occupies an area approximately of 4294m2. The building is designed to become a centre for the exhibition and skills involved in photography. There is a heavy emphasis on light and its qualities; therefore it is important to ensure the building has a variety of spaces each with individual light conditions. The photographic centre is currently at Stage 2 of the RIBA plan of work, and progress is being made to finalise the design and concepts behind the project.

Project Tasks

Work Stages

Phase One – Capturing Light. This phase aimed to go back to the basics of photography. Understanding light and observing the hidden fine grain detail of taking a picture. Throughout this study I was focused on themes (Shadows and Light, Reflection, Groudscapes and Tapestries, Time and Flow and Traces of Abandonment) Themes which would influence the lighting of the institute. Phase Two – Site exploration. Required me to engage in a massing process where I designed with the aims of creating a strong connection between disconnected parts of Richmond, enabling key views and routes through and articulating the topographic qualities of the site. Phase Three – Light Institution. Through looking at precedents I then created a brief for the institute. This phase asked us to look at the site and our building mass to create a material and light narrative. I developed my volumetric proposal in relation to a variety of light conditions e.g Dark rooms, light rooms as well as variable light conditions that allow for a change from brightness to complete darkness. Hours as participant Hours as observer

0 Strategic Definition

1 Preparation & Brief

2 Concept Design

4.5

3 Developed Design

n/a

4 Technical Design

n/a

5 Construction

n/a

6 Handover and Close Out

n/a

7 In Use

n/a

Totals

110

14.5

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Work Stages (2013) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; summary of hours from all projects Hours as Participant

Hours as Observer

Total

0 Strategic Definition

1 Preparation & Brief

2 Concept Design

4.5

38.5

3 Developed Design

n/a

4 Technical Design

n/a

5 Construction

n/a

6 Handover and Close Out

n/a

7 In Use

n/a

Other (please specify)

n/a

Totals

110

14.5

124.5

Activities â&#x20AC;&#x201C; non-project related Task

Hours completed

Description

1.5

Time spend filling in time sheets

Design

Weekly lecture accompanying design module

Professional Practice

Twice weekly lecture

Principles and theories of

Weekly lecture

Coursework

Completing professional practice assignment

Curriculum Vitea + Portfolio

Updating CV and attending CV workshop

Site Visits

Trips to Richmond North Yorkshire

Abroad Study Trip

Study trip to Tenerife

Thinking through making week

Study week exploring materials and processes

Totals

169.5

Office Management Time Sheets Lectures

Architecture General

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Task performance and learning during this period of experience The initial phase of the project was particularly interesting as it engaged with the basics of photography, a field I had little knowledge and experience in previously. Through workshops I was introduced to methods of capturing light and movement. I gained valuable experience in photography, I now shoot less, instead I spend more time preparing the image, which results in better quality. Previously I have not used building precedents effectively in my design development. Merely looking at the building exterior instead of looking in depth at how it works formally and structurally. During the study trip to Tenerife I engaged in a number of building visits, where through sketches and photography, I was able to understand the building layout. With tutors on hand I was pushed to look further and as a result I established a catalogue of terms from the buildings and now feel more confident in my approach to architectural analysis, and, more importantly, the ability to gain valuable ideas from precedents. Personal development & role performance evaluation The Light Institute has been the first project for which I have had to develop a brief. In the past I have been given a schedule of accommodation aligned with area sizes. This all resulted in my performance at the start of the project being very indecisive. However through building precedent research I was able to draw on past experiences to put together a coherent accommodation schedule and now feel more self-critical. The greatest challenge I faced was the enlarged building scale in comparison to Semester one, where the site was a mere 400m2 compared with this one, which is 4294m2. Consequently, I found it difficult to anchor myself. This, on reflection, was due to a fear of starting the project, but as a result I now feel more confident in tackling larger scale projects. When this is aligned with the micro detailing I gained from Semester one as a result of a smaller site, I feel I have broadened my experience. Aims for next period of experience As I move on in the process to RIBA Stages 3 & 4 in relation to building construction this will enable me to look back on my work and add detail to the project through the technical study. This study of adding detail I will make me think further about the kind of atmosphere I want in the spaces. I will carry out this study through building precedents and technical support from tutors. During past reviews I have produced incoherent presentation boards with different styles of drawings. This was due to failing to allow myself enough time to establish a house style of presentation. For the Light Institution I plan to think ahead to ensure al drawings convey the same message and style. Further skills needed and actions to take to achieve aims To ensure that my project is more advanced technically, in addition to being collated in a coherent graphical style, I must learn to pull more information from wider sources and become less reluctant to seek advice from tutors. This will enable richer feedback and advanced sources of information. Additional student comments, support required from placement provider Over the course of the year I have really enjoyed the knowledge gained from lectures and additional workshops. I particularly enjoyed the lecture from Joseph regarding how to use building precedents, and the photography workshops provided by Damien Wooten. Also additional support from Armelle In regards to CV feedback. I feel to further develop my skills more practical experience would be required, for example input for outside architectural practices. This would show me the practical applications for the skills and software skills I have developed and experienced. I confirm that I have worked in the above office between the dates stated and that the description of project details, tasks undertaken and learning achieved is accurate. Signature: 120111066 Page 5

Date: 13/03/14 Professional Practice and Management JJR

ARC3014: Professional Practice and Management Obtaining planning permission for the Light Institute in Richmond, Yorkshire

Introduction “Planning permission is the authority required by law to carry out development” 1 Which can be defined as “The statutory mechanism by which the development of land is managed in the public interest.”2 Planning is seen as a medium form of managing sustainable development whilst taking in to account, as John Blackie stated (Leader of Richmondshire Council) “Future development must respect and enhance the great and historic landscape we all enjoy.”3 He also confirmed the need for development as “It helps create local housing and employment opportunities as well as providing investment in local schools, roads and essential services.”4 Hence the importance of planning when creating an appropriate balance for public needs.5 Description of Topic Planning policy works within a somewhat hierarchical structure, with “central government being the main statutory authority working on a national level.” 6 Legislation often changes, “the requirement to produce a Local Development Framework (LDF) with a Core Strategy was established by the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004, but this changed to a Local Plan with the Localism Act 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF, March 2012).”7 What had been used for consultation previously, the LDF Core Strategy has therefore now been updated and rebranded to be part of the new Local Plan system.8 “The administration of the planning system on a day to day basis still rests largely with local planning authorities (LPAs) which take a number of different forms” 9In order for the Light Institution to gain planning permission, the criteria within Richmondshire District Council (the LPA) local plan must be adhered to. Currently Richmondshire District Council 2012-2028 local plan is compiled of core strategies and planning policies. This document highlights 14 core points that will need to be satisfied if the design is to achieve planning permission, the majority of which address housing issues. This report highlights some relevant points and how the proposed scheme meets them. Development; negotiations with the Council Planners will be required in order to ensure they are satisfied with certain elements. 10 It is clear to see in comparison to previous planning guides, greater emphasis is being placed on planning as a medium for sustainable development.11 All the necessary documents and guidelines can be

Spear, Roy. How to Get Planning Permission. (Ellington: Ovolo Pub., 2009) .p.10 John F. N, Collins, and Philip Moren. Good Practice Guide: Negotiating the Planning Maze. (London: RIBA, 2009) .p.10. 3 John Blackie,. "Richmondshire Local Plan 2012-2028 - Core Strategy." (n.d.): n. pag. Richmondshire District Council. 9 Dec. 2014. Web. 8 Mar. 2015. <http://www.richmondshire.gov.uk/images/files/planning/localplan/Core_Strategy_Adopted_141209.pdf>.8 Mar. 2015. <http://www.richmondshire.gov.uk/images/files/planning/local-plan/Core_Strategy_Adopted_141209.pdf>. 4 Ibid. 5 Spear, Roy. How to Get Planning Permission. (Ellington: Ovolo Pub)., 2009. 6 John F. N, Collins, and Philip Moren. Good Practice Guide: Negotiating the Planning Maze. (London: RIBA, 2009) .p.10. 7 John Blackie,. "Richmondshire Local Plan 2012-2028 - Core Strategy." n. pag. Richmondshire District Council. 9 Dec. 2014. Web. 8 Mar. 2015. <http://www.richmondshire.gov.uk/images/files/planning/localplan/Core_Strategy_Adopted_141209.pdf>.8 Mar. 2015. <http://www.richmondshire.gov.uk/images/files/planning/local-plan/Core_Strategy_Adopted_141209.pdf>. 8 John F. N, Collins, and Philip Moren. Good Practice Guide: Negotiating the Planning Maze. (London: RIBA, 2009) .p.10. 9 David Chappell, and Andrew Willis. The Architect in Practice. (Oxford: Blackwell Pub., 2005.) .p. 191. 10 "Richmondshire District Council Planning Guide." Richmondshire District Council Planning Guide. Web. 12 Mar. 2015. <http://www.planningguide.co.uk/richmondshire/>. 11 Greg Clark,. The National Planning Policy Framework: Eighth Report of Session 2010-12. London: Stationery Office, 2011. Department for Communities, Mar. 2012. Web. 5 Mar. 2015. <https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/6077/2116950.pdf>. 1 2

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found on the Richmondshire District Council Website and applications can be submitted via in paper format or electronically through the planning portal.12 Applying LPA core policy points

The building type of the Institute satisfies the point in CP2 which highlights Richmond as a Principal town “Acting in a complementary manner to constitute the main focus in the plan area for leisure education cultural activities and facilities.” 13 As the Institute acts as an educational and cultural centre with facilities for the community, this places it in the prime area for such development. The Richmondshire District Council also states in CP9 of its core policy that support will be given to development which will “make the town centre more accessible attractive and safe”14 “Support the evening economy and leisure role in the town centre” 15 and “broaden the range of retail”16 Due to the nature of the brief I connection, currently disconnected parts of Richmond to the centre through the volumetric topography of the design and the diversity element of the scheme will aid the cause for the planning permission. However CP9 would prove to be a challenge when taking in to account the following point “Improves sustainable transport connections and car parking.”17 As the site currently provides a large number of car parking spaces and it is expected that the removal of such will be an issue. Hence, in order to facilitate planning permission, the issue of car parking will need to be resolved by relocating provision whilst allowing a small amount of parking on the site, for example, accommodation for disabled drivers. The Light Institute is centred around photography, education and exhibition, helping it to meet the CP10/11 which state “Tourist related activities will be encouraged where they make a sustainable contribution to the local economy, do not have a detrimental impact on and where possible, enhance the local environment and landscape” 18 The Light Institute will add diversification to Richmond providing a further tourist attraction and making it less reliant on the historic attractions. Moving towards the future whilst celebrating the past in its design. Due to the nature of Richmond’s Historic setting, points made in CP12 will need to be extremely carefully considered and justified. Such points indicate “conserving and where possible enhancing the very high quality of the plan area’s environmental”19 In addition the “historic assets must be major concerns of the plan. The quality and diversity of these assets - whether the landscape, rural heritage and culture, built heritage”20 Heritage assets are an irreplaceable resource and should be conserved in a manner appropriate to their significance “so that they can be enjoyed for their contribution to the quality of life of this and future generations” 21 As a result of the building’s nature and as it does not taking a traditional form, it will be extremely challenging to satisfy this point. It may even incur protest from the local community. To confront this challenge the process leading up towards the application for planning permission should be carried out along side informal talks with the local community and local ward members.22 Richmondshire District Council Planning Guide." Richmondshire District Council Planning Guide. Web. 12 Mar. 2015. <http://www.planningguide.co.uk/richmondshire/>. 13 Blackie, John. "Richmondshire Local Plan 2012-2028 - Core Strategy." Richmondshire District Council. 9 Dec. 2014. Web. 8 Mar. 2015. <http://www.richmondshire.gov.uk/images/files/planning/localplan/Core_Strategy_Adopted_141209.pdf>. 13 Chappell, David, and Andrew Willis. The Architect in Practice. (Oxford: Blackwell Pub., 2005.) .p. 191. 14 Blackie, John. "Richmondshire Local Plan 2012-2028 - Core Strategy." Richmondshire District Council. 9 Dec. 2014. Web. 8 Mar. 2015. <http://www.richmondshire.gov.uk/images/files/planning/localplan/Core_Strategy_Adopted_141209.pdf>. 15 John Blackie,. "Richmondshire Local Plan 2012-2028 - Core Strategy." Richmondshire District Council. 9 Dec. 2014. Web. 8 Mar. 2015. <http://www.richmondshire.gov.uk/images/files/planning/localplan/Core_Strategy_Adopted_141209.pdf>. 16 Ibid. 17 Ibid. 18 Ibid. 19 Ibid. 20 Ibid. 21 Ibid. 22 John F. N, Collins, and Philip Moren. Good Practice Guide: Negotiating the Planning Maze. (London: RIBA, 2009) .p.13. 12

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ARC3014: Professional Practice and Management Critical reflection It is vitial that during the design process, architects are aware of local planning policy documents. These documents outline the aims of the area and its core strategy for development. With this knowledge and subsequent actions, planning permission is more likely to be permitted. This document addresses and illustrates how the Light Institute has the potential of gaining planning permission as of a result of how it complies with local criteria. However, for this to be successful there are many more points to be taken into consideration. Throughout this report it has also highlighted the importance for public consultation in the process of planning permission for an application to be successful. Conclusion In conclusion, this report has highlighted the importance of LPAs in relation to project and planning. In addition the information that can be gathered from them in relation to understanding the needs of the area. Through this it is hoped to establish the needs a wider client cohort as this should enhance the projectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s integration into the wider community. In the future when developing briefs I shall always consult the LPA to understand not only want the client wants but what the wider society requires.

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ARC3014: Professional Practice and Management Bibliography Blackie, John. "Richmondshire Local Plan 2012-2028 - Core Strategy.". Richmondshire District Council. 9 Dec. 2014. Web. 8 Mar. 2015. <http://www.richmondshire.gov.uk/images/files/planning/local plan/Core_Strategy_Adopted_141209.pdf>. Collins, John F. N., and Philip Moren. Good Practice Guide: Negotiating the Planning Maze. (London: RIBA, 2009) .p.10. Chappell, David, and Andrew Willis. The Architect in Practice. (Oxford: Blackwell Pub., 2005.) .p. 191. "Development Management." Richmondshire District Council. Web. 7 Mar. 2015. <http://www.richmondshire.gov.uk/images/files/planning/Development_Management/Development_M anagement_Service_Charter14.pdf>. Green, Ronald. The Architect's Guide to Running a Job. Oxford: Architectural, 2001 Clark, Greg. The National Planning Policy Framework: Eighth Report of Session 2010-12. London: Stationery Office, 2011. Department for Communities, Mar. 2012. Web. 5 Mar. 2015. <https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/6077/2116950.pdf>. Spear, Roy. How to Get Planning Permission. Ellington: Ovolo Pub., 2009. "Richmondshire District Council Planning Guide." Richmondshire District Council Planning Guide. Web. 12 Mar. 2015. <http://www.planningguide.co.uk/richmondshire/>. Symes, Martin, Joanna Eley, and Andrew D. Seidel. Architects and Their Practices: A Changing Profession. Oxford: Butterworth Architecture, 1995 Speaight, Anthony, and Gregory Stone. Architect's Legal Handbook: The Law for Architects. Oxford: Architectural, 2000.

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