Part II. Skills Hub. Adaptive Re-Use Project.

This adaptive re-use project introduces a proposal for social learning and networking space. The main aim is to provide local citizens with relevant and transferrable business and ICT sectors kills.

SKILLS HUB

by Yuliya Kaizer

NABLUS, PALESTINE,

AERIAL VIEW

FROM COOPERATIVE SITE ANALYSIS

CONTEXT

BUILDING ANALYSIS

ISSUES THE PROPOSAL

BUILDING ANALYSIS

CONTEXT

ISSUES THE PROPOSAL

SITE

This page illustrates the site of the former Power Plant. HG1, HG2 and The Cube were all previously a part of power generating process for Nablus and surrounding areas.

HG1 still partially responsible for the power supply for Nab lus.

HG2 building and 3 old fuel tanks will be incorporated in the new proposal.

Buildings height on site varies between 1 to 4 floors. The new proposal will not exceed the 4 floor height.

The site has a few parking spaces which will be intact dur ing the design intervention.

Former Fuel Tanks

Site Entrance Building

Site Entrance

SITE LANDSCAPE

The site lies on a plane between M.Ebal and M.Gerizim, however, the plane is not flat. The site is located on a slope.

The landscape of the site has not been previously celebrated, leaving deep unused spaces behind the HG1 and HG2.

The proposal will incorporate landscape into building design to add lightness to the site and make it more inviting.

This will be done by leveling up the roof of the second floor of HG2 with the fuel tanks platform, introducing curvy wall design and green roof.

IMG 1. Stairs behind HG2 to the fuel tanks

IMG 2. View on the fuel tanks behind HG2

IMG 3. Entrance to the Cube

IMG 4. HG 1 and power station equipment behind it

KEY

CONNECTIVITY

ALRAWDAHSTREET

Arterial

Collector

The site has good transport links with neighbouring settlements and within Nablus. This provides good accessibility within the city.

Due to the poor transportation between Nablus and surrounding villages the site will not be ac cessible past some hours in the evening for people from outside the city.

AMMANSTREET

Local

Site

On-Site

The site has to transport access points. Pedestrian routs along the roads can be improved.

JAMALABDANNASERSTREET POWER STN STREETS

On-Site

SURROUNDING AREA

OVERVIEW

The Site is located in commercial (West) part of Nablus.

The map indicates a lot of ed ucational, governmental and business facilities.

The site is progressive and associated with movement and development. Therefore, new building program will be informed by learning/job opportunities and cooperation with existing establishments in the area and wider Nablus.

Governmental Buildings

Schools

Religious Buildings

Leisure

Commercial Areas

N SCALE 1 : 5000 Areas

Governmental Areas

CONCLUSIONS

1. THE SITE IS LOCATED IN WEST ERN, MORE COMMERCIAL PART OF NABLUS

2. ALTHOUGH THE SITE IS IN THE PLANE BETWEEN M.EBAL AND M.GERIZIM IT STILL HAS A HILLY LANDSCAPE WHICH WILL BE CELEBRATED WITH THE NEW PROPOSAL

3. THE SITE IS IN PROGRESSIVE AREA THAT PROVIDES A LOT OF OPPORTUNITIES FOR EMPLOY MENT AND EDUCATION (MAINLY PRIMARY AND SECONDARY)

FOLLOWING CONCLUSIONS 1 & 3 THIS PROJECT WILL LOOK INTO EXISTING EDUCATIONAL SYSTEMS AND THEIR CONNECTION TO EMPLOYMENT.

SITE CONTEXT

ISSUES

BUILDING ANALYSIS

THE PROPOSAL

EXISTING EDUCATIONAL SYSTEMS

KEY Formal System

Non-formal System

SECTOR FOCUS

- Palestinian companies have difficul ties competing because their labour productivity is low due to insufficient technical, business and project management skills

- skills in ICT sector are transferrable & can be applied in other sectors

- above average rate

- development of the ICT sector makes Palestine a stronger player on the inter national level

- most of them are small enterprises primarily oriented towards the domestic market and engaging in hardware assembly, software development, enterprise consultancy, Internet services or automation equipment

- the ICT sector is expected to contrib ute to economic recovery of the country by providing relevant solutions to the current world economic crisis

(in particular internet usage, e-comerce, networks, websites & use of “smart” phones) is one of the most important levers of labour productivity among various services

Considering current education system and future/growing job trends, ICT sector falls into the category of one of the most promising sectors that will map Palestine on international skills map and procide new job opportunities for the residents of Nablus.

1. STUDENT DROP OUT

2. SKILLS GAP

3. LACK OF JOINT PROGRAMMING

4. MISMATCH OF SUPPLY AND DEMAND

Feeling a need to abandon education to provide for a family.

• Lack of harmonization between educational institutions & private sector

• No training provided by private sector for new employees and graduates

• Limited provision of career counselling at all levels

• Technical skills gap in oral communication, business writing/management/planning

Business owners do not believe that there exists sufficient joint programming with educational institutions to align the provided skills with the needed skills

Supply does not match demand creating limited availability of jobs.

This is due to the unique qeographic and political situation (Occupation by Israel).

As a result, many people either do not have sta ble employment or open their own businesses

PROPOSED SOLUTIONS (BRIEF)

• Introduce a system that will financially support the students while providing transferrable and socially equitable skills

• This will be Teachnical Education and Vocation al Training (TVET) conjoined with the apprentice ship opportunities

• Provide training for oral communiaction and business writing/management/planning skills

• Provide career councelling for employees and graduates of different levels

Facilitate the transferability of the TVET appren ticeship scheme on labour market as well as higher education by establishing cooperation system between schools, universities, employees and labour market

Provide a working opportunities for people en rolled in the program (inside and outside the building)

BUILDING PROGRAM

The building program is to

• work with existing educational organisations, employers and em ployees to ensure compatibility of technical skills and desired job roles

• provided extended ICT and busi ness job opportunities for local pop ulation.

This will be done by establishing career counselling, ICT TVET and apprenticeship, and technical skills training and apprenticeship pro grams.

KEY Building Primary Functions

Training Hierarchy

Direct Responsibilities (can be jumped based on needs & skills level)

PROPOSED BUILDING PROGRAM

MAIN USER GROUPS (LOCAL)

Secondary School Students (or equivalent). Age 16 - 18

The program will provide vocational eductaional training in ICT for the stu dents who wish to persue this career path. Alternatively, it will equip students with communication and business skills that can be used for university admis sion.

The program will encourage gaining knowledge and experience through learning and communication

.

This will be done by introducing spaces for group activities and studying.

The program will aim to inspire and motivate its participants.

The spaces withing the building will be adaptable for different lev els of privacy and number of people.

Young Adults. Age 18 - 35

Adults. Age 35+

Young adults and adults will have a chance to gain additional qualification and/or increase ICT, communication and business skill.

Activity hours take into account out side factors including secondary schools teaching hours and normal working hours.

The schedule is flexible and will change according to inial popularity of the program and users' timetables.

PROJECT STAKEHOLDERS

PALESTINE

NEIGHBOURING SETTLEMENTS

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

ICT & OTHER EMPLOYERS LOCAL UNIVERSITIES

PROGRAM STAFF

* refer to appendix 1 for extended information

STUDENTS (PEOPLE OF EMPLOYA BLE AGE)

PROGRAM

BUILDING ANALYSIS

ISSUES THE PROPOSAL

EXTERIOR BUILDING ANALYSIS

SOUTH ELEVATION (SE)

The main entrances to HG1 and HG2 are located at the either sides of the building. There is additionally an en trance in the middle to HG1.

HG2 main entrance is of a low visibility as it is obstructed by trees and a building at the entrance to the site.

There are ventila tion openings at the top of each HG.

The windows are mainly in a poor condition. Mostly, glass is smashed and does not pro tect the interior from weather factors.

Stone cladding has mostly cosmetic damage. Some ex ternal stone structures at HG2 are structurally unsound and carry no structural value.

SE has randomly growing vegetation (weeds) that compro mises the building components strength. There is a few trees in front of the South facade that cover the view on the building. However, the trees are important for the shading, cooling and air filtering of the site.

COLLAGE

HG2 AND PART OF HG1

The building and the site around it are in a run down state. The adjucent ex tension to HG 2 is derelict and partially roofless (1). The out of order vehicles in front of the building are blocking the view and the entrance to HG2 (2).

EXTERIOR BUILDING ANALYSIS

NORTH ELEVATION (NE)

1. North facade is slightly further away from concrete site border (East). Stone cladding seemingly has more cosmetic damage comparing to South facade. It can be explained by less sunshine and highes exposure to weather elements due to the absence of trees.

2. North facade has more visible indus trial elements and openings. The most signeficant ones will be kept as a part of proposed building design.

3. There are 3 entrances to the building from the North, 2 of which are visible from the North ele vation. One of the exntries to HG1 is blocked off.

4. Windows and ventilation openings are in similar conditions as on the South facade with a lot of windows being dam aged and needing replacement.

EXTERIOR BUILDING ANALYSIS

EAST ELEVATION

West and East facades (WF, EF) are in similar condition to South and North facades. WF has a single - door entrance. EF has a double door entrance.

West facade has concrete shades, indicating that HG1 gets a lot of sunlight from the West.

WEST ELEVATION

SITE COLOUR PALETTE

Colour palette of the site is natural and earthy. Dominant colours are brown, grey, green and red.

The aim of the proposal is to complement existing colours and style.

STONE/CONCRETE

METAL PLANTS

INTERIOR BUILDING ANALYSIS

Structurally, interior is in a good condition. Exposed structural components include gantry crane, trusses and columns. These structural components and cast concrete walls provide building robustness and do not need replacement.

Concrete floor slab and corrugated metal roof are in poor condition. Openings and cracks are a sign of significant degradation.

The paint is chipped off.

The interior space needs clearing from rubbish and industrial machinery of low value.

HANGAR 2

COLLAGE VIEW

HG INTERIOR (AA VIEW)

This collage illustrates the state of the floor slab and the roof.

SITE CONDITIONS

SUN STUDY

South facade of HG2 gets the most sunlight throughout the year.

The sun angle is approximately 34.5 degrees in winter and extreme 81.2 degrees in summer. This indicates a high ampli ture (big temperature difference between winter and sum mer).

New design need to take above factors into consideration and use materials that react well to exteremely high and low temeperatures.

AVERAGE TEMP & PRECIPITATION

The “mean daily maximum” (solid red line) shows the maximum temperature of an average day for every month for Nablus. Likewise, “mean daily minimum” (solid blue line) shows the average minimum temperature. Hot days and cold nights (dashed red and blue lines) show the average of the hottest day and coldest night of each month

The maximum temperature diagram for Nablus displays how many

MAXIMUM TEMPs

The hottest months in Nablus are July and August with the average high being 29.6 °C (85.3 °F). The coldest month is January with tem peratures usually at 6.2 °C (43.2 °F). Rain generally falls between Oc tober and March, with annual precipitation rates being approximately 656 mm (25.8 in)

PRECIPITATION

The precipitation diagram for Nablus shows on how many days per month, certain precipitation amounts are reached. In tropical and monsoon climates, the amounts may be underestimated.

INTERIOR LIGHT STUDY

Interior light study indicates that the building gets significant amount of light from the roof openings. New design will keep roof opnening as a feature.

Since South side of the building gets the most sunlight, the classroom are going to be located on the South. Although that side of the building gets the most sunlight, due to the location of the trees and sun angle the building gets enough shding. Hence, it won't need additional shades.

WIND STUDY

The building gets a lot of natural ventilation. This will be a part of the environmen tal strategy for the new proposal.

Main wind direction on-site is from North to South. There is also a wind flow from East to West across the Wadi Nablus (the plane).

NorthSouth West

BUILDING STRUCTURE

Corrugated metal roof - high hazard level. The roof in HG2 corroded in some places and has a lot of openings that let rainwater in. This com promises the strength of other structural compo nents.

Cast concrete is the main material. Most load bearing structural components, including col umns and walls, are made of cast concrete. Floor slabs are made of concrete too.

Floor slab in HG2 is of high hazard level due to exposure to rainwater and heavy machinery.

Trusses, shutters and industrial equipment are made of metal.

The stone has no structural value and is used as a cladding for decorative purposes. This is to recemple the traditional local architecture.

Due to limited site accesss it is difficult to judge hazard level of the structural elements.

From photographic and video analysis, the high hazard level will be shown in red ( ).

Hi gh hazard level means either getting rid of the element or re placing it.

BUILDING

ACCESSIBILITY

Although building circulation is generally good, the accessibility level is low. The only way to get to the roof top is the outdoors stairway.

Current ground level floor slab does not make it accessible for wheelchair users and people with limited mobility.

KEY

Area for Design Intervention (HG2)

Currently Operating Power Station (HG1)

Access Point

ROOF LEVEL

VALUE VISUALISATION

BUILDING ATMOSPHERE

KEY key building features

manifestation of intangible values

The past building function as a source of power for Nablus and surrounding areas gives it histori cal importance.

The intangible values behind the building are independence, resistance and progress. This project will aim to increase its social value by em bracing the symbolic meanings behind the site.

Building’s architectural value derives from its in dustrial style and being designed by one of a few Palestinian architects - rationalists.

HISTORIC VALUE

SOCIAL VALUE

ARCHITECTURAL VALUE

BUILDING VALUE ANALYSIS

EXTERIOR

KEY

High value (retain)

Retain (medium value)

Low value (get rid of)

FAKE HISTORICISM

The building has a stone cladding while the structur al components are made of concrete. This was im plemented to resemple the traditional Palestinian buiilding style.

Limestone maretial - high value

Design solution (cladding) - retain but low value

MANIFESTATION OF HISTORY

The old fuel tanks and pipes on top of Hangar 2 man ifest site’s historic importance and industrial character.

Fuel tanks - high value

Industrial pipes - high value, retain some

SITE LANDSCAPE & VEGETATION

The landscape around is hilly and covered in trees and other vegetation. The site is located at the bot tom of a stip slope, however, the landscape is not celebrated. It flattened and covered with concrete.

This significantly increases the ambient temperature of the site and worsens its run-off characteristics.

Diverse vegetation is growing hectically and detracts from the building values.

Landscape - high value

Trees - high value

BUILDING VALUE ANALYSIS

EXTERIOR

KEY

High value (retain)

Retain (medium value)

Low value (get rid of)

BUILDING OPENINGS

Existing windows add to industrial character of the building, however, they are too small on the South side of the building and don’t provide enough light.

They will be partially replaced with larger windows/ curtain wall. The ventilation openings work well and will be reatined .

Windows - partially retain

Ventilation - partially retain

BUILDING ENTRANCE

The main entrance for Hangar 2 is located on the eastern side of the buildng.

The view of the entrance is obstructed by trees and other on-site constructions. This makes the building less open and welcoming for visitors.

Main entrance - low value

BUILDING VALUE ANALYSIS

Concrete floor slab is in a poor condi tion and is of low value. Therefore, it needs to be either replaced or repaired.

INTERIOR

Double-height ceiling, large open space and tall columns are of high-value as they contribute to industrial character of the building.

The columns also carry important structural value.

The metal roof of the building needs replacing as it is heavily corroded with uncovered openings that expose the interior to weather conditions. It is of low value, however, the skylights are of a high value. Due to the sun positioning they are the main source of the sunlight in the building.

Exposed trusses and gantry crane con tribute to industrial character of the building. Additionally, the trusses have a high structural value and the crane has historic value.

A wall constructed in place of entrance from HG2 to HG1 has no structural val ue and is of low value overall.

It will be removed to provide unob structed movement between the build ings.

CONTEXT

BUILDING ANALYSIS ISSUES

THE PROPOSAL

DIAGRAM

MEETING HALL

DESIGN BRIEF

Design brief developed following the issue analysis and site evaluation.

Social Feasibility

Environmental Feasibility

Design Feasibility

Green Roof (North side)

Green Roof (South side)

Climbing "wall"

Career Councelling

Classrooms

Meeting Hall

Atrium

PROPOSED DEMOLISHMENTS

KEY Elements to Keep Demolishments

PROPOSED ADDITIONS

BUILDING STRUCTURE

The main materials used in design pro posal are the same as the original ma terials, including cast concrete, lo cal limestone and metal. This is to complement the existing building features.

Primary structure

Existing cast concrete columns.

Precast concrete has high fire and dump resistance. It has a long life span and therefore has lower maintenance costs (financially efficient).

Thermal resistance is a very important factor since the site experiences big change of temperatures throughout the year.

Existing metal trusses.

The trusses carry roof load, transferring it to the walls and columns.

The existing trusses are in good condi tion and keeping them reduces polution from production and transportation of new ones.

Existing concrete load-bearing walls.

New stone load-bearing walls.

Load bearing walls transfer the weight to the ground. By using stone (traditional local material) we reduce polution asso ciated with shipping (fossil fuels, green house gases) and support local business es.

1. Acoustic Strategy

Bafflers in the atrium and the meeting hall reduce the noise levels.

2. Lighting Strategy

The most natural light comes through the roof openings (a) and the South facade (b). Daylight is the major source of light in the classrooms, the atrium and the recep tion. The building additionally equipped with LED light sensors. Solar panels are in stalled on the roof (c).

3. Ventilation Strategy

Atrium and reception, the largest open spaces in the building, are naturally venti lated. New design remained the ventilation features of the pre-existing structure.

4. Rain Harvesting Strategy

Roof rainwater harvesting system collects water from the gutters and the green roof and is used for toilet flushing and irrigation (d).

HANGAR 1

It is not a part of design interventionor pro gram proposal. HG1 will remain intact with exeption of clearing out the space.

There will be a possibility of interactive tours in HG1 presenting currently operat ing power station and machinery from the old power plant. The entrance from HG2 to HG1 is shown as .

HANGAR 2

1. Reception

2. Career consulting office (2 x height)

3. Career consulting office (2 x height)

4. Head of the program office (2 x height)

5. Atrium, including

6. Adaptable private/semi-private curtain spaces (retractable), and

7. Computer space

8. Adjustable size classrooms with moving walls

9. Female WC (2 x height)

10. Male WC (2 x height)

11. Technical support office (2 x height)

12. Staff resting room (2 x height)

13. Admin office

14. Meeting hall

OLD FUEL TANKS

15. Climbing walls

HANGAR 1

ACCESS POINTS

Main entrance

Other entrances

Fire exit

Passage between the buildings Stairs to the 1 Floor Stairs to the roof

GF stair access to Fuel Tanks Lift to 1 Floor Lift to 1 Floor and the roof

HG 1

1. Adjustable size classrooms with mov ing walls

2. Entrance hall to the roof

3. Meeting hall

4. Meeting hall waiting area

Entrance to the roof

HG 1

1. Roof market/cafe

2. Climbing walls

Green roof

Stairs to Ground Level

Entrance to the roof

Green roof connecting to fuel tanks base

CIRCULATION

KEY

Other on-site buildings

Defined proposed spaces

Adjustable layout spaces

Way out/downstairs

Elevator/stairs

LEVEL 1

VERTICAL CIRCULATION

SPATIAL PROPORTIONS L0

HANGER 1 (HG1)

ATRIUM

Common learning and leisure zone

FUEL

The area around the tanks is incorporated in building pro gram for leisure purposes

For careerevents and invited speakers

ROOF

MAKE A SEPARATE SLIDE WITH FLOORS AND ACCESS POINTS (CIR CULATION)

BUILDING PROGRAM

1. Everyone is welcome to attend career fairs and events in the heart of the Skills Hub. Atrium provides an open space where people can network, socialise and study.

2. Our career councelling doors are always open. If you are thinking of joining our program, want to learn new skills or find a job - we will help you. Our team of profes sionals will match you with the right program or employ er.

3. If you decide to join our training program, our classes will take place in South side classroom with plenty of sunlight and adjustable room size. Our classes are inlusive of all genders and skills levels.

4. We hold a series of talks from local employers and invited academ ics. Come to the meeting hall to find out more!

5. We believe that socialisation and great conversations are one of the most important and effective ways of making friends and building con nections. We organise team events with students, program staff and invited speakers. You can always visit our mini-market, cafe and climbing wall with your new colleagues and friends. Students and members of staff get a special discount.

Our end goal is to give you relevant skills and help establish connections that will help you to always be one step ahead in your career of choice.

PROGRAM SPACES

RECEPTION, ATRIUM AND THE CLIMBING "WALLS"

Study pods and other spaces in the atrium. Re-purposed fuel tanks.Building reception.

PROGRAM SPACES

ROOF MARKET/CAFE

The market space provides resting zone for building visitors.

Additionally it gives an opportunity for informal networking atmosphere.

The space encourages social interactions between different social groups.

PROGRAM SPACES

ATRIUM

The atrium is based on the idea of trditional courtyards. Unlike Palestinian courtyards, the atrium is an open and clearly visible space.

The atrium is multi-functional space where visitors can study, newtwork, use computers or just relax.

The space is equipped with 10 computers, furniture and study pods.

Study pods were inspired by Petra Blaisse's work. In context of the building, they will provide private and semi-private envi ronment for our students.

The atrium additionally holds career fairs and events. When that happens, the curtain pods automatically retracted to free up the space.

On the left is P Blaisse's work.

The pods provide private space while keeping people inside a part of the settings around. This is done by semi-transparent parts of the fabric.

PROGRAM SPACES

CLIMBING "WALLS"

Old fuel tanks on-site were repur posed as climbing walls for students, staff and visitors. This provides use for the space behind HG2 with min imal interventions and no demolish ions.

New space is environmentally sus tainable and socially engaging.

Existing precedent is a Cassi opeia in Berlin, re-purposed industrial site that currently acts as outdoor market, cine ma and climbing space.

This precedent provides a good social environment and community engagement ex ample.

New roof insulation will empoved building environmental perfor mance. It creates a barrier to heat gain and loss in ceilings, roofs, floors, and walls. It will keep the building warmer in winter and cooler in summer.

The green roof is connected to existing wall. It is important detail that enhances building performance, however it increases the weight load on the existing structure.

The existing site is very concrete-heavy. This and high seasonal temperatures increase site temperature. Green roof does not heat as much as asphalt/concrete/stone. It reduces ambient temperature, regulates indoor temperature, saves energy and encourages biodiversity in the city. It additionaly reducesambient noise outside and inside.

BUILDING SECTION

This section explores studying spaces in the atrium. It also shows transition from HG2 to HG1. Although the building program does not include HG1, HG1 will operate as a showroom showcasing former power plant equipment. Building visitors will be of fered tours around HG1.

PROGRAM SPACES

CAREER COUNCELLING

This image illustrates career councelling/business skills room. There is 3 rooms in total with almost identical lay out. The rooms each have a glass wall. This is to

1. let the daylight in

2. create feeling of openess and transparence

3. make the entrance to the building more welcoming (as the rooms are located near the main building entrance)

Room design also includes local tiles, which support local labor.

PROGRAM SPACES

MEETING HALL

The meeting hall is a study space open for students. It also acts as a mini lecture theatre.

PROGRAM SPACES

CLASSROOMS

Students enetering a classroom on the GF.

There is a total of 6 classrooms over GF and 1F. The classroom size is adjustable with moving walls.

TRANSITION FROM OUTSIDE TO INSIDE

THE "FOREST"

Design of pillars supporting green roof was inspired by LocalArchitecture. Additionally to structural value, it provides aesthetic value by imitating trees to create more organic look. The "forest" creates gentle transition from outside to inside.

BUILDING VIEWS

SOUTH ELEVATION

NORTH ELEVATION

BUILDING VIEWS

EAST ELEVATION

VIEW ON THE ATRIUM

VIEW ON THE ATRIUM

APPENDIX

PROJECT STAKEHODERS SYSTEM

FINANCING NQF

1. Education is provided by Palestinian Authority (PA)

Funding system comprises of:

1. Course fees

- skills training and TVET are paid for by students

2. Main bodies providing university & vocational educations

- Governmental Sector (Ministry of Education & Higher Education (MOEHE)

- Ministry of Labor (MOL)

- Ministry of Social Affairs

- United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA)

- Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s)

- Private Sector

- people completing these earn more than these without qualification

- students can apply for loans & scholarships

2. Government contributions - annual TVET budget

- apply for anual training budget

3. National Training Fund (NTF)

- The funding will be allocated according to performance and quality standards

4. National and international grants and donations

Aligning training and TVETs in accordance with The Arab Occupational Qualification (AOC)- cor poration that outlining the type of work executed and the level of skill required.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

3. Improving the linkages between training and the needs of the labour market

- local employment

- career councelling program

- universities, colleges & second ary education providers

- other TVET institutions

- Donations go either directly to the organisation or to NTF

5. Income-generating activities of the organisation

- renting space for local enterprices and start-ups generated by ICT TVET/Apprenticeship training

- providing hands-on experience by working with real-life clients and generating profit (ICT)

NQF is alligned with the AOC.

The NQF establishes a comprehensive accreditation system and an assessment and incen tive scheme encouraging lifelong learning. The Framework also improves educational mobility, makes education and training more responsive to the needs of the labour market, aligns Pales tinian qualifications with international standards and improves the quality of education

The organisation is examined and accredited by The Accreditation and Quality Assurance Commis sion (AQAC) under the umbrella of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education. Accreditation by the AQAC guarantees adherence to quality standards. .

UNEVOC CENTRES & TVET NSTITUTIONS

TEACHERS, TRAINERS & other eployees

LOCAL COMMUNITY

REFERENCES

ISSUES

EXISTING EDUCATIONAL SYSTEMS

https://unevoc.unesco.org/wtdb/worldtvetdatabase_pse_en.pdf

https://unevoc.unesco.org/wtdb/worldtvetdatabase_pse_en.pdf

SECTOR FOCUS

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https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327578681_Role_of_Information_and_Communications_Technology_ICT_in_Enhancing_Service_Sector_Productivity_in_Palestine_An_Interna tional_Perspective

https://paltrade.org/uploads/16080491411253702946.pdf

PROPOSED SOLUTIONS

https://insights.careinternational.org.uk/media/k2/attachments/Skills_Gaps_and_Development_in_the_

Occupied_Palestinian_Territory.pdf

https://unevoc.unesco.org/wtdb/worldtvetdatabase_pse_en.pdf

PROJECT STAKEHOLDERS

https://unevoc.unesco.org/wtdb/worldtvetdatabase_pse_en.pdf

http://tvet-online.asia/issue/9/horemans-hilal-tvet9/ http://kab.itcilo.org/en

BUILDING ANALYSIS

SITE CONDITIONS(SUN STUDY)

https://www.sunearthtools.com/dp/tools/pos_sun.php

http://www.arij.org/files/admin/1995-1_Environmental_Profiles_for_the_West_Bank_Volume_1_Bethlehem_District.pdf

http://www.arij.org/files/admin/1995-1_Environmental_Profiles_for_the_West_Bank_Volume_1_Bethlehem_District.pdf

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Education_in_the_State_of_Palestine#cite_note-Mustard_2008-3

https://www.tgescapes.co.uk/blog/education-how-big-should-send-classroom-be#:~:text=Classrooms%20in%20schools%20with%20a,space%20for%20learning%20and%20assistance.

https://www.tgescapes.co.uk/blog/education-how-big-should-send-classroom-be#:~:text=A%20small%20classroom%20in%20mainstream,2%20and%2070%20m2.

https://www.statista.com/statistics/282994/pupil-teacher-ratio-in-the-united-kingdom-uk-y-on-y-by-school-type/

https://www.independentcinemaoffice.org.uk/advice-support/how-to-start-a-cinema/building-design/ https://www.hse.gov.uk/pUbns/priced/l24.pdf

https://www.ucl.ac.uk/estates/sites/estates/files/ucl_space_standards_guidlines_v2-181002.pdf

https://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/number-persons-buildings-d_118.html

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/44261527_Designing_Market_Stall_Layout_by_Agent-Based_Simulation

https://www.washroomcubicles.co.uk/how-many-toilets-do-you-need/

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/441786/BR_PDF_AD_M2_2015.pdf

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/950117/Guide-to-lifts-regulations-2016-tp.pdf

BUILDING STRUCTURE

https://safety.networkrail.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Social-value-and-design-of-the-built-environment.pdf

https://docs.google.com/a/brookes.ac.uk/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=YnJvb2tlcy5hYy51a3xpYXJkfGd4OjI0YTRlMGE3YjFhNzBhMDE

PROGRAM SPACES (ATRIUM)

https://www.insideoutside.nl/Interiors/TransversalLocHal-Textiele-Architectuur https://www.dezeen.com/2016/08/19/benjamin-garcia-saxe-ocean-eye-house-costa-rica-coastline-movable-wooden-walls/

PROGRAM SPACES(CLIMBING WALL)

BUILDING DETAILS

http://theoverseasescape.com/berlin-friedrichshain-the-coolest-bar-in-europe/ lopes#Built-up_double_skin_cladding

https://www.mcrma.co.uk/pdf/mcrma_t12.pdf

https://sections.arcelormittal.com/repository2/Sections/Eurobuild%20in%20Steel/Industrial%20buildings/5_Industrial_EN_Lowres.pdf

https://www.steelconstruction.info/Building_envelopes#Built-up_double_skin_cladding

https://www.mcrma.co.uk/pdf/mcrma_t12.pdf

https://sections.arcelormittal.com/repository2/Sections/Eurobuild%20in%20Steel/Industrial%20buildings/5_Industrial_EN_Lowres.pdf

https://issuu.com/sebastiannunez09/docs/architecture_in_detail_ii

Structural design in building conservation.by Dimitris Theodossopoulos Format:eBookPublication year:2012

https://www.dezeen.com/2019/08/27/henning-larsen-solrodgard-sewage-works-architecture/ Details

https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/555490935283843112/

http://arabellalapitandab810.blogspot.com/2012/11/week-15-design-crit.html

PROGRAM SPACES (MEETING HALL)

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/321747629_AUDITORIUM_AIDED_DESIGN/link/5a2f8fa74585155b617a4b92/download https://www.wbdg.org/space-types/auditorium https://www.slideshare.net/SougataDe1/auditorium-sightline https://trashcansunlimited.com/blog/auditorium-plans-layout-guides/ https://www.dezeen.com/2021/02/01/paddington-works-threefold-architects-post-covid-co-working/ https://www.dezeen.com/2017/04/06/local-architecture-cylindrical-headquarters-offices-concrete-staircase-columns-motorcycling-federation-geneva-switzerland/#/ https://www.inexhibit.com/mymuseum/fondation-cartier-paris/

TRANSITION FROM OUTSIDE TO INSIDE