SRM750 Assignment 1: Built Environment Professional Practice

This assignment focuses on the initiation of a built environment project, specifically within the context of an architecture/landscape architecture practice. The student is tasked with selecting a project from a provided list and taking the initial steps to secure it, including understanding site conditions, analyzing the design brief, and developing a contractual relationship with a prospective client. The assignment requires a summary of findings related to the brief and potential services, including a block plan/diagram for site analysis, consideration of ethical and professional issues, and a detailed fee/services proposal presented as a letter of agreement. The project explores various aspects of professional practice such as site analysis, zoning requirements, ethical considerations, copyright issues, fee structures, service staging, and project management, culminating in a comprehensive proposal that outlines the scope of work, ethical obligations, and financial terms. The assignment emphasizes the importance of clear communication, ethical conduct, and comprehensive planning in the initial stages of a built environment project. The provided solution showcases a comprehensive understanding of the project requirements, including detailed analysis of the site, clear articulation of the project scope, and a well-structured proposal for services and fees, including ethical considerations.

Built Environment Professional Practice
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS & PROJECT FEE
Tarakibu Architects intend offer services that include bringing down the whole building or part
of the current laundry, kitchen and living spaces with the aim of accommodating and addition
and extension of sleeping, kitchen as well as living spaces over the tow level on the current
building. The vast experienced alongside the skills exhibited by Tarakibu Architects is inclusive
of design of architecturally safe buildings as well as structures besides making sure it takes into
account the environmental needs bordering on sustainability and conservation of the ecosystems
(Dunne, 2016).
In addition, Tarakibu Architects is adequately established in the design, construction and
furnishing of extension as well as ideas on redevelopment besides any upgradations which are
geared towards making an existing building more comfortable for use as per the intended design
needed (Salama, 2018). Among the extension requirements and redesign of the residential unit
encompass:
 A dining space that would be accommodative of not less than 8 members
 Extra ensuite bathroom
 Extra main bedroom that has s storage space that is not less than the current main
bedroom
 Living spaces that accommodate not less than 6 seats
 A new kitchen with greater storage capacity/ space
The development is to be undertaken on a regular shaped site with dimensions 30 feet wide and
109 feet long and it is expected that the site would be adequately and appropriately be
accommodative of the anticipated alterations in the initial design. The site is currently partly

developed and partly underdeveloped with the underdeveloped sections being under vegetation
cover of mature jacaranda tree species and other grassy vegetation (Schön, 2017).
The various views of the site should form the basis of the extension design such that the
allocation of spaces should be in relation to the best views in terms of comfort and spatial design
maximization (Murtagh, Roberts and Hind, 2016). An illustration of the possible approach to the
redesign of the residential unit is as illustrated in the design detail below
The extension will as well be accommodative of a parking/garage next to the entrance of the
development within the compound. Vehicular as well as pedestrian circulation will be critically
analyzed and considered in the redesign of the extension. The figure below shows the site plans

on which the development is to be undertaken with the accompanying site features including the
neighborhood and vegetation as well as the existing structure
There is not provided predefined budget of the project and hence Tarakibu Architects will
subdivide the services that are needed to ensure the project is delivered to completion into
various modules as shown:
 Module I is made up of a suitable design as well as the creation of the permits and other
documents that would see the structure held (Hall, 2017). This module is most applicable
in circumstances where the design contractor and the construction contractor are two
different parties
 Module II revolves around the project running from the design, permits all the way to
documentation of the projects that are needed to initiate the project until it comes to a

completion. The module is feasible in circumstances where the supervision as well as
design of the project is performed by the client.
 Module III includes availing the entire design, supervision of structure and the
appropriate construction management services (Wade, Murtagh and Hitchings, 2018). It
is made up of all the amenities right from the initiation to the completion of the extension
project
ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS
The ethical issues and consideration associated with the project include ethical obligations as
stated in the RAIA and copyright commitments as defined by the Australian Institute of
Architects (Harrison, 2018). The moral and professional considerations which need to be
considered in the provision of services include:
 Architects will be submissive to the ethical behavior regulations which are supportive of
equivalence entry for each profession (Salama, 2016)
 Architect must be confidence in the work systems and public equip while in service with
strong brilliance desire and making a focused and professional environment
 Architects are bound to follow the architectural to follow the architectural codes
The services, plans and designs copyright carried out exclusive of residential building extension
by Tarakibu Architects is offered by:
 Reproduction of the plans as generated by Tarakibu Architects is not adequate regardless
and seeking the services of legal system is needed in circumstances of infringement
 Any intended changes to the current plan must be communicated to the architect before
the changes are enacted (Ismail, Keumala and Dabdoob, 2017)

 The designed created by Tarakibu Architects alongside the engineers are a representation
of their piece of art and creativity and thus owned and identified with Tarakibu Architects
which must not be changed, copied or reproduced in any form regardless of the
circumstances without prior information to the designer to provide the authority
The experienced architects are expected to be complaint with the RAIA codes of ethics among
them:
 A responsibility is bestowed upon the architects to advance their enthusiasm as they
provide services according to the skills and knowledge (Lorne, 2017)
 Architects are acknowledged to follow and promote the rules of nature as they conduct
their outlines and should be thoughtful of safeguarding the legacy, condition and culture
in their designs and plans
LETTER OF AGREEMENT

REF ID: 15th April 2019
Subject: Services Details for Townhouse Residential Building Extension
Re: Inquiry of Services
The aim of writing this letter is to seek advice that Tarakibu Architects is expressing its interest
in the acceptance of the administrations Tarakibu Architects for services including a redesign
and extension of the townhouse residential building. Tarakibu Architects provides elaborate and
adequate range of services regarding management as indicated in the outline necessities of the
terms of reference alongside our comprehension. The below brief provides perspective services
which are offered by Tarakibu Architects
Design Brief
The suggested development is situated at the leafy suburb of Melbourne City and includes a
change or transformation of the residential townhouse building with the focus being majorly on
such components of the building as:
 A dining space that would be accommodative of not less than 8 members
 Extra ensuite bathroom
 Extra main bedroom that has s storage space that is not less than the current main
bedroom
 Living spaces that accommodate not less than 6 seats
 A new kitchen with greater storage capacity/ space
The key structures of the timetable following which the development scheme will be carried out
by Tarakibu Architects are discussed in this section. Noted should be taken that the total

expenditure as well as the charge plan of development may be influenced by unexpected
conditions and may be negotiated again in case there is need. The services that are needed for
completion of the extension of the current structure include:
 Utilities area
 Adequate parking
 Toilet facilities
 Storage spaces
Services Required
 Analysis of the current site conditions
 Approximation of the costs required for redesigns and extensions
 Project evaluation and management
 Documentation of project
Schedule of Services
This is a section that offers description to the services in a chronological order in every
documentation as well as design phases. The specifications of each of the services provided from
the initiation to the completion of the project are described as shown:
1. Pre-Design Stage
This stage is made up of carrying out the preliminary surveys which are informative of the
prevailing conditions of the site as well as several estimations of costs of the project. It is
composed of creating the design concepts by examining the services which is as well undertaken
in this stage. The developed design concepts are then chosen by the customer.

2. Actual Design Stage
This is the major phase of the design and includes the detailed plans and drawings of the design
concept that had been selected and approved by the project owner in the former stage. The
drawings are generated from the concepts and are aimed at initiation of the project execution.
When the design of the suitable extensions of the townhouse building are completed, the final
designs are shared with the customer to then makes the finals recommendations and approvals to
allow the initiation of certifications and documentations that are required for the execution of the
extension works.
3. Permits and Documentation Stage
This is the stage in which the certifications are done for the approved designs alongside the
drawings being taken through the various regional authorities for the initiation of the
construction works. This phase is also inclusive of management document and project appraisal.
Professional Fee
The specifics of the fees chargeable by Tarakibu Architects for the intended project are inclusive
of a fixed charge of $100 for every square feet of the design task. It is inclusive of every
surveying task, estimation of costs, and design of the project as well as the documentation
alongside the management and evaluation of the project.
The cumulative fee of the project is $600,000 inclusive of taxes and may be divided in phases
which give the total sum. It may be noted that there may be fluctuations in the quoted prices
wand hence the need of room for renegotiation.
Mode & Terms of Payment

 Invoicing of the transaction occurs at the commencement of each of the stages of the
project
 Every one stage of the project that is completed must be paid for
 A 40% payment is often done for each stage in the beginning and the remainder which is
60% serviced at the time of completion of the individual stage.
Remarks
The submitted application which is accepted is perceived as part of contract and may be used as
the mechanism of smooth running of tasks between the parties involved.
Tarakibu Architects would most welcome the chance provide to showcase its ability to deliver
the most refined and ideal resolutions regarding redesign and extension of the townhouse
residential building. The letter offer clarifications on the scope of the services that are offered by
Tarakibu Architects checked against the ethical considerations and copyright laws. The design is
made such that there will be further guidance in case of the need of additional information by the
client.
Yours faithfully,
Tarakibu Architects
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