Portfolio Mandy Kwok Architectural Assistant GBS Architectural Ltd BA(Hons) Architecture: Spaces & Objects
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About Mandy
Mandy is a Part I Architectural Assistant at GBS Architectural Ltd. She graduated from Central Saint Martins with Upper second class Honours in Architecture and ambitious with her design by understanding the impact of its context. With experience in residential and social sectors, Mandy has shown her talent in feasibility study research, concept design to planning approval achievement.
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Mandy’s CV EMPLOYMENT
EDUCATION
Architectural Assistant (Part I)
BA(Hons) Architecture Spaces and Objects | RIBA Part I
From FEB 2018
Upper Second Class Honours (2.1)
GBS Architectural Ltd, London
Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design
• Working on small to medium size residential design projects
University of the Arts London
• Feasibility studies to analyse the potential development opportunity of the site
From 2013 to 2016
• Conducting measuring surveys • Communicating with clients to achieve and personalise the design
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
• Concept design and design meeting with the design team
University of the Arts London
• Drafting drawing sets for pre-application and planning application in AutoCAD
From 2012 to 2013
(2D) and Rhinoceros (3D) • Design and Access Statement research and writing • Communicating with local Authorities to achieve planning permission for the design • Attending training for building regulation drawings by Architectural
SKILLS Word
10 years
Excel
3 years
Photoshop
6 years
Part I Architectural Assistant
Illustrator
3 years
From MAY 2017 to FEB 2018 (9 Months)
InDesign
5 years
Technologist
Stephen Crawford Architects, London
MicroStation
1 year
Rhinoceros
2 years
• Assisting and supporting the architect with the drawings for Pre-application,
AutoCAD
5 years
Planning Application and Feasibility Studies in AutoCAD, MicroStation (2D) and
SketchUp
6 years
Rhinoceros (3D)
Visualizer
3 years
Freehand Sketching
6 years
Card Modelling
5 years
• Working on the residential design projects in small to medium size
Laser Cutting
1 year
CNC model Drafting
1 year
3D workshop
2 years
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Content
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Airborne noise reduction = 43dB Impact noise reduction = 64dB
Airborne noise reduction = 43dB Impact noise reduction = 64dB
Floor finish to client specification
Gypframe 72 FEC 50 Channel suitably fixed to floor/soffit at 600mm centres
18mm chipboard
Gyproc Sealant for optimum sound insulation
25mm Rockwool Acoustic Rockfloor
First Floor Construction
Gypframe Steel Angle or timber batten suitably fixed to soffit 15mm Gyproc plasterboard fixed with British Gypsum Drywall Screws at 300mm centres Gypframe 70 S 50 'C' studs at 600mm centres
100mm Rockwool sound slab
50mm Isover acoustic insulation
2* 12.5mm fireboard
L A - SOUND INSULATION SLAB
First floor slabs to separate ground floor and first floor flat to be 20mm floor finish to client specification, 18mm clipboard, 25mm rockwool Acoustic Rockfloor, 100mm Rockwool sound slab and 2*12.5mm fire resistance plasterboard, to achieve minimum airborne sound insulation of 43dB and impact sound insulation of 64dB and 30 minutes fire resistance each side or 60 minutes to one side. Internal stud walls
70mm x 35mm galvanized steel studs at 400mm centres with 10k/m3 mineral wool mineral packed the full depth of the stud. Provide 15mm plaster board taped joints with skim plaster finish.Provide moisture resistant pasteboard to wet areas (ie - Bathrooms)
PROPOSED DETAIL B 1:5 @A1
Airborne noise reduction = 43dB
Testing
Internal walls to separate communal area, ground floor and first floor flat to be Gypframe 70 S 50 'C' studs at 600mm centres at 400mm centres with 50mm isover acoustic and 15mm Gyproc SoundBloc externally, to achieve minimum airborne sound insulation of 43dB and 30 minutes fire resistance each side or 60 minutes to one side.
Stairs to separate ground floor and first floor flat to be 20mm soundproof floor finish to client specification lay over the stair treads, and glue securely so the covering does not become a safety hazard; 12.5mm plasterboard, 100mm Rockwool sound slab and 2*12.5mm fire resistance plasterboard (30 minutes fire resistance each side or 60 minutes to one side) to achieve minimum airborne sound insulation of 43dB and impact sound insulation of 64dB and to provide minimum mass per unit area 10kg/m2 and an absorbent layer of mineral wool for minimum density 10kg/m3. Doors
Proprietary entrance doors with integrated draught seals, provide proprietary mastic sealant to external frame/wall junctions. Proprietary internal doors, types and sizes as shown on the floor layouts. Provide FD30 fire doors to all habitable rooms accessed from halls and landings.
15mm Gyproc plasterboard fixed with British Gypsum Drywall Screws at 300mm centres
Ventilation Gypframe GFT1 Fixing T progressively inserted between board edge & studs to support horizontal board joints. Alternatively Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap fixed to studs with 2 no. British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws 50mm Isover acoustic insulation
Gypframe 72 FEC 50 Channel suitably fixed to floor/soffit at 600mm centres
15mm Gyproc plasterboard fixed with British Gypsum Drywall Screws at 300mm centres
Gyproc Sealant for optimum sound insulation
Gypframe 70 S 50 'C' studs at 600mm centres
L C - SOUND INSULATION WALL
Habitable rooms to have provisions for rapid ventilation by opening windows with a total area of at least 1/20th of the floor area of the room. All other rooms to have provisions for rapid ventilation by opening windows (no minimum size). Background ventilation of 8000mm² achieved by trickle ventilators located to top frame of windows to habitable rooms and 4000mm² to others. Kitchen extract to provide at 30 litres/second if located above hob and 60 litres/second otherwise
Indicative skirting
Smoke Detection
Linked mains operated smoke alarms wired to a separate fused circuit with battery back-up, minimum 300mm from any wall or light fitting as positioned on plans. All to BS 5839 part 1 1988.
PROPOSED DETAIL D 1:5 @A1
Electrical Installation
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REFER TO THE LATEST PART P OF THE BUILDING REGULATIONS. Refer to the electrical layout drawing. Supply will be provided by the local electricity supply authority at 240 volts/50 Hz single phase, 100 amp supply. The contractor shall, however, confirm the voltage and frequency of the supply before placing any equipment or apparatus on order. Electricity Meter
Airborne noise reduction = 43dB Impact noise reduction = 64dB
Soundproof Floor finish to client specification
12.5mm plasterboard
100mm Rockwool sound slab
2* 12.5mm fireboard
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50mm Isover acoustic insulation Gypframe 70 S 50 'C' studs at 600mm centres
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Internal sound insulation walls
Sound insulation Stairs
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The electricity meter case shall be installed to meet the requirements of the local supply authorities specification and layout drawing. Electrical Installation - General The whole of the installation carried out must comply with the following regulations and requirements, together with the latest revisions and amendments which apply at the same time of installation. a) Building Regulations b) Regulations of the Local Authorities c) British Standards, whether applicable in part or in whole d) British Standards, Code of Practice. e) The Regulations for electrical installations issued by the Institution of Electrical Engineers Current Edition. f) The Health & Safety at Work Act Electrical Equipment (safety) Regulations
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1. Kingston Road, Wimbledon - Residential Development
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2. Kentish Town Road, London - Mixed-use Development
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3. Albion Road, Margate - Residential Development
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4. Other work related projects
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5. Yarnton Way, Thamesmead - Public Realm improvements
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Kingston Road, Wimbledon
Kingston Road project is a back-land development project for a 0.054 hectare Sui Generis site proposed for Residential units. I was involved in Feasibility Studies, Concept design, Deign and Access Statements writing and 3D visualisation for pre-application and planning application. Planning Permission was achieved on 05-12-2018 (Granted by Merton Council: 18/P3059)
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13.5sqm
3854
3004
BEDROOM 1
UNIT 1B
1050
1050
4065
1.5sqm
BEDROOM 1
UNIT 1C
13.5sqm
GIA=52.1sqm
KITCHEN LIVING/DINING
2200
27.3sqm
UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT
2000
2000
27.3sqm
BATH 2200
1450 st
GIA=52.1sqm
KITCHEN LIVING/DINING
30.6sqm
2000
4319
1.5sqm
KITCHEN LIVING/DINING
HALL
BATH 2200 4.4sqm
1450 st
4065
GIA=55.4sqm
3069
3854
UNIT 1A
1200
1.5sqm
7265
lightwell/void
Amenity Space 5.5sqm
FD30
3004
4065
13.5sqm
lightwell/void
5.5sqm
1250 st
BEDROOM 1
lightwell/void
Amenity Space
5.5sqm
3004
lightwell/void
Amenity Space
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lightwell/void
HALL
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BATH
4.4sqm
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Proposed First Floor Plan 1:100 lightwell/void Amenity Space 5.2sqm
UNIT 0A GIA=82.8sqm
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KITCHEN LIVING/DINING 32.6 sqm
lightwell/void Amenity Space 6.1sqm
UNIT 0B GIA=77.3sqm
KITCHEN LIVING/DINING 27.6sqm
lightwell/void
lightwell/void
Amenity Space 5.2sqm
UNIT 0C GIA=81.7sqm
KITCHEN LIVING/DINING 32.2sqm
Amenity Space 5.2sqm
UNIT 0D
lightwell/void
lightwell/void Amenity Space 5.2sqm
GIA=79.3sqm
UNIT 0E
KITCHEN LIVING/DINING
KITCHEN LIVING/DINING
30.3sqm
GIA=79.3sqm
30.3sqm
Amenity Space 5.2sqm
UNIT 0F GIA=82.8sqm
KITCHEN LIVING/DINING 32.6 sqm
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Kentish Town Road, London
Kentish Town Road Project is an on going mixed- use development project proposed for 5x residential units and ground floor commercial shop. Working with the planning consultant, The design team and I have proposed 3 concept design options and submitted it for pre-application to Camden council, to design and maximise the potential qualities of the site for the community.
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Albion Road, Margate Albion Road Project is a residential development project on the sea side town, Margate. The design Team and I have produced the feasibility study, a set of concept design drawing with 3D visualisations.
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Riverside Road, Wimbledon flat roof
flat roof
Proposed Roof Plan
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B Corrugated Metal Panels
Second Floor FFL Corrugated Steel
First Floor FFL
Roller Shutter
Existing Render
Ground Floor FFL
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Proposed Front Elevation
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Existing First Floor to be Demolished
Existing Ground Floor Layout to be maintained
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Proposed Section B-B
Important Note
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Whilst due care and attention is taken to ensure all surveys, drawings, dimensions and details provided are accurate, it is the Builders responsibility to check and verify all dimensions, details, levels and sewer invert levels on site prior to ordering any materials or commencing works. Should any discrepancies be found these should be relayed to the Architect immediately for review. Should these drawings be used without adequate site investigations and subsequent issues arise, liability will lie solely with the Builder.Do not scale off this drawing, work to figured dimensions only.This drawing must be read and checked with all structural and relevant specialist drawings.The Builder is to comply in all respects with the current Building Regulations and latest Codes of Practice.
The copyright in all designs, drawings, reports, models, specifications, bills of quantities, calculations and any other documents prepared by GBS Architectural Limited shall remain vested in the Company. As long as the Company has received the payment in full of any fees properly due and owing, the Company grants a licence to the Client to copy and use the documents for the purposes of the project only (excluding any extension of the project). The Company shall not be liable for any use of the documents for any purpose other than that for which they were prepared and provided by the Company.
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Corrugated Metal Panels
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Corrugated Steel
Roller Shutter
Existing Render
PROPOSED SITE PLAN 1:200 @A1 C
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20m
Wimbledon Stadium Business Centre
Melrose Avenue, Wimbledon
En-suite
Hall
2761
Bedroom
2396
Living/Dining/Kitchen
Roof Terrace
Detail A
First and Second Floor Flat Entrance Hall
Living/Dining/Kitchen
Communal Entrance Lobby
Assumed Property Boundary Line
Under Stair Cupboard
PROPOSED SECTION A-A 1:50 @A1
4m 3m Floor finish to client specification
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5m
INV - 511
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Airborne noise reduction = 43dB Impact noise reduction = 64dB
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Airborne noise reduction = 43dB Impact noise reduction = 64dB
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Assumed Property Boundary Line
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Detail E
Gypframe 72 FEC 50 Channel suitably fixed to floor/soffit at 600mm centres
18mm chipboard
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Gyproc Sealant for optimum sound insulation
CH - 1104 WH - 815
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Revisions
25mm Rockwool Acoustic Rockfloor
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First Floor Construction
15mm Gyproc plasterboard fixed with British Gypsum Drywall Screws at 300mm centres Gypframe 70 S 50 'C' studs at 600mm centres
100mm Rockwool sound slab
50mm Isover acoustic insulation
2* 12.5mm fireboard
PROPOSED DETAIL A - SOUND INSULATION SLAB 1:5 @A1
PROPOSED DETAIL B 1:5 @A1
Internal stud walls
Earthing
plasterboard externally. 70mm mineral wool Internal sound insulation walls acoustic insulation slab between studs.
Testing
Internal walls to separate communal area, ground floor and first floor flat to be Gypframe Existing Bathroom 70 S 50 'C' studs at 600mm centres at 400mm centres with 50mm isover acoustic and 2635 15mm Gyproc SoundBloc externally, to achieve minimum airborne sound insulation of 43dB and 30 minutes fire resistance each side or 60 minutes to one side.
On completion of the installation, the contractor shall carry out all the te S the requirements of section 514-5 part 6 of the regulations for the elec buildings as issued by the institution of electrical engineers. The contra M all the necessary test instruments and equipment and shall fully record tests on an official completion certificate and inspection certificate issu B Stage: N.I.C.E.I.C. The contractor shall inform the engineer of the time and dat test, giving at least twenty-four hours notice, in order that the engineer tests. Notices
Boiler
Indicative skirting
2742 Proprietary entrance doors with integrated draught seals, provide proprietary mastic No. 167 sealant to external frame/wall junctions. Proprietary internal doors, types and sizes as SD shown on the floor layouts. Provide FD30 fire doors to all habitable rooms accessed from halls and landings. C
Gypframe 72 FEC 50 Channel suitably fixed to floor/soffit at 600mm centres
Smoke Detection
PROPOSED DETAIL D 1:5 @A1
Linked mains operated smoke alarms wired to a separate fused circuit with battery back-up, minimum 300mm from any wall or light fitting as positioned on plans. All to BS 5839 part 1 1988. 100
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Electrical Installation B
REFER TO THE LATEST PART P OF THE BUILDING REGULATIONS. Food and recycling waste bin storage constructed from single skin london stock brickwork to
Refer to the electrical layout drawing. Supply match will existing be provided by the local electricity supply authority at 240 volts/50 Hz single phase, 100 amp supply. The contractor shall, however, confirm the voltage and frequency of the supply before placing any equipment or apparatus on order. Electricity Meter Airborne noise reduction = 43dB Impact noise reduction = 64dB
Soundproof Floor finish to client specification
Opening to be filled with
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PROPOSED DETAIL C - SOUND INSULATION WALL 1:5 @A1
Energy Efficiency Lighting
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Habitable rooms to have provisions for rapid ventilation by opening windows with a total area of at least 1/20th of the floor area of the room. All other rooms to have provisions for Existing Bedroom Proposed hall rapid ventilation by opening windows (no minimum size). Background ventilation of SD 2742 8000mm² achieved by trickle ventilators located to and top frame of windows to habitable 50mm isover acoustic Gyproc SoundBloc rooms and 4000mm² to others. Kitchen15mm extract to provide at 30 litres/second if located externally. above hob and 60 litres/second otherwise
Gyproc Sealant for optimum sound insulation
Gypframe 70 S 50 'C' studs at 600mm centres
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Central Heating & Hot Water System
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50mm Isover acoustic insulation 15mm Gyproc plasterboard fixed with British Gypsum Drywall Screws at 300mm centres
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100mm blockwork andof 100% light fittings that take compact fluorescen Lighting to comprise 15mm sound block luminousplasterboard efficacyexternally greater than 40 lumens per circuit-watt. External ligh to match existing controlled by sensors which automatically extinguish when there is eno or when not required at night. All in accordance with approved docum
Ventilation Gypframe GFT1 Fixing T progressively inserted between board edge & studs to support horizontal board joints. Alternatively Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap fixed to studs with 2 no. British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws
door opening to be filled with matching brickwork finished to match existing
The contractor shall issue the local electricity board all necessary test make all necessary arrangements for connection of the mains supply.
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Doors
15mm Gyproc plasterboard fixed with British Gypsum Drywall Screws at 300mm centres
SVP
Existing Bedroom
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Client:
The local electricity board shall indicate the method of primary earthing
Stairs to separate ground floor and first floor flat to be 20mm soundproof floor finish to client specification lay over the stair treads, and glue securely so the covering does not become a safety hazard; 12.5mm plasterboard, 100mm Rockwool sound slab and 2*12.5mm fire resistance plasterboard (30 minutes fire resistance each side or 60 minutes to one side) to achieve minimum airborne sound insulation of 43dB and impact sound insulation of 64dB and to provide minimum mass per unit area 10kg/m2 and an absorbent layer of mineral wool for minimum density 10kg/m3.
50mm Isover acoustic insulation Gypframe 70 S 50 'C' studs at 600mm centres
Project
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have 12mm WBP plywood with 12.5mm moisture board internally and 15mm sound block
Airborne noise reduction = 43dB
New materials only are to be used. All materials shall comply to those specification. No substitutes for the specified or approved materials w without the Architect's written permission. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to ensure that all materials com specification in respect of delivery, manufacture, finish and performanc The whole of the installation shall be executed in a proper and workm The installation shall be carried out utilising PVC insulated and PVC sh installed in roof spaces and under floors and concealed within the buil throughout.
70mm x 35mm galvanized steel studs at 400mm centres with 10k/m3 mineral wool mineral packed the full depth of the stud. Provide 15mm plaster board taped joints with skim plaster finish.Provide moisture pasteboard to wet areas (ie - Bathrooms) Stud partitions resistant to bathrooms, toilet & utility to
Sound insulation Stairs
Airborne noise reduction = 43dB
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The electricity meter case shall be installed to meet the requirements of the local supply authorities specification and layout drawing. Electrical Installation - General
The proposed heating & hot water systems will use an appliance with (SEDBUK value) not less than that recommended for its type in the Dom Services Compliance Guide. System to specialist design and comply w by-laws, installations to be carried out by Corgi registered installer. Cen through 15/22mm bore copper pipe work to convector radiators and s hot water draw-off to kitchens, bathrooms and ensuites. All radiators to thermostatic valves to ensure precise thermal control, together with ra valves. Central heating system controls, timer control, should switch th no heat is required. System to be fitted with flow control to prevent un recycling. All pipe work to be insulated in accordance with approved d Suitable commissioning certificate to be issued prior to occupancy. General Requirements
Comply in all respects with the requirements of the Building Regulation Undertakings and all responsible authorities having jurisdiction over th deviate from the approved drawings and specifications without written drawings and schedules in conjunction with the Specification and all re documentation. Refer to the latest published versions and amendmen standards referred to which are current at the date of tender. Kite mar Materials and products should be used in preference to imported good Materials
All materials, commodities, fittings and items of equipment must be of s quality in relation to the purposes and conditions of their use, demonst the terms of either British Standard specifications, an Agreement Board other approved quality assurance certification scheme. Be appropriate mixed or prepared and used so as to satisfactorily perform the function are intended. Be adequately protected to prevent damage or deteriora after incorporated works. Be used in accordance with the manufacture recommendations and details. MH
Gypframe Steel Angle or timber batten suitably fixed to soffit
First floor slabs to separate ground floor and first floor flat to be 20mm floor finish to client specification, 18mm clipboard, 25mm rockwool Acoustic Rockfloor, 100mm Rockwool sound slab and 2*12.5mm fire resistance plasterboard, to achieve minimum airborne HD sound insulation of 43dB and impact sound insulation of 64dB and 30 minutes fire resistance each side or 60 minutes to one side. Existing Living/Dining/Kitchen
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12.5mm plasterboard
100mm Rockwool sound slab
PROPOSED GROUND FLOOR PLAN a) Building Regulations 1:50 @A1 b) Regulations of the Local Authorities c) British Standards, whether applicable in part or in whole d) British Standards, Code of Practice. e) The Regulations for electrical installations issued by the Institution of Electrical 1:50 Engineers Current Edition. 1m 4m 5m 0m 2m 3m f) The Health & Safety at Work Act Electrical Equipment (safety) Regulations
Workmanship
All work shall be carried out safely and in reasonably appropriate envir conditions. With due skill and care, adequately experienced personne supervision, to conform to the recommendations of British Standard Co with particular reference to BS 8000, an Agreement Board Certificate quality assurance scheme. In accordance with manufacturer's recomm details, maintaining consistent finished appearance, to approval.
Melrose Avenue Project is a Building Regulation project proposed for conversion N
2* 12.5mm fireboard
The whole of the installation carried out must comply with the following regulations and requirements, together with the latest revisions and amendments which apply at the same time of installation.
Materials and Workmanship into 2x self contained flats that I have been involved in as a training project. It Fixing batten
PROPOSED DETAIL E - SOUND INSULATION STAIRS 1:5 @A1
allows me to learn how Sound proof insulation walls,slabs and stairs work in details in terms of meeting the building regulation standard.
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Yarnton Way, Thamesmead
Yarnton Way project was my Part I final year project . It is a public realm design project working with the developer Peabody and Studio tutor Oscar Brito. The site is from a block in Peabody’s masterplan. With studying the context and strategy, the concept is to create a safer and better community space for engaging mums and kids into the community by increasing the permeability in the area.
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Portfolio is prepared for application to London South Bank University for MArch Architecture by Mandy Kwok
Mandy Kwok +44(0)77.7736270 mandykk217@gmail.com Architectural Assistant GBS Architectural Ltd BA(Hons) Architecture: Spaces & Objects