PRAJWAL HADA N ASSOCIATES

Practicum report
FINAL PRESENTATION

SAURAV SHRESTHA
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
INTRODUCTION:

PRACTICUM period gave me an opportunity to get an insight of the professional environment and helped me to link
my design ideas with the construction techniques, client‟s requirement , economical constraints and other factors. It
also helped me to develop research skills, interpersonal skills, communication skills as well as computer skills.
So I would like to express my deep and sincere gratitude to everyone who has given me this opportunity to know
the field of architecture better. First of all I would like to thank Ar. PRAJWAL HADA for accepting me as a trainee
in his firm. It was a great opportunity to assist him in variety of projects. His wide knowledge and logical thinking
have been of great value for me. His personal guidance and suggestion were very substantical during this practi-
cum period. I would also like to thank the team PRAJWAL HADA „N‟ ASSOCIATES and my trainee colleagues for
their continous guidance , support and suggestion. Their kind cooperation has been really appreciable and admira-
ble for strengthening my practical knowledge.
I would also like to extend my gratification to my practicum supervisor Ar. Suman Nanda Vaidya and Ar. Dan Hee-
ra Kansakar for their valuable suggestions in preparing this report.
Finally I acknowledge and thank all my respected teachers for making me capable to be a trainee architect.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS . . .
1. INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………………………. 4

2. ABOUT THE OFFICE………………………………………………………………………5

3. WORK PROCEDURE IN OFFICE………………………………………….............................7

4. SOME POPULAR PROJECTS ……………………………………………………………..8

5. SOME ONGOING PROJECTS……………………………………………………………9

6. PROJECTS OF MY INVOLVEMENT…………………………………………......................10

6.1 TTC BUILDING, JHONCHHEN……………………………………………………11

6.2 RESIDENCE OF MADAN SHRESTHA, THAPATHALI………………………………14

6.3 COMMERCIAL COMPLEX, KUMARIPATI…………………………………………19

6.4 VIVA BANQUET, TEKU……………………………………………………………26

6.5 RESIDENCE OF NAKUL SHERCHAN , SAMAKHUSI……………………………….27

6.6 RESIDENCE OF KESHAV SHRESTHA , THAPATHALI………………………………51

6.7 RENOVATION PROJECT OF BANDIPUR, BANDIPUR……………………...............58

6.8 NEWA NUGA, OMBAHAL………………………………………………………...62

6.9 RESIDENCE OF DR. SUDIP SHRESHA, KHUMALTAR………………………………65

6.10 RESIDENCE OF MILAN TULACHAN, KUSUNTI…………………………………….69

7. CONCLUSION……………………………………………………………………………..73

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INTRO
Architecture is a not only a creative but also a practical subject . Thus an architecture student needs strong theoretical founda-
tion with enhanced practical skills . PRACTICUM, specified as a part of curriculum prescribed by the TRIBHUVAN UNIVERSITY
wherein students are required to gain practical experience by working as a trainee in an architectural firm. In this period, stu-
dent learns to utilize his skills, implement the theoretical knowledge for professional endeavor. During this semester we stu-
dents are required to register ourselves as a trainee to assist architects in an architectural firm. So that we are aware of live
problem area and could define the additional needs better. It also helps to build up relation with professionals. It is a full
phase chance to interact with the society , professionals and constraints

Practicum period gave me a chance to break beyond the theoretical knowledge and gave opportunity to learn the practical
side of profession. As it is said a good design is the combination of theory and practice, thus it is indeed an opportunity for us
to develop oneself as a better designer.

Creative ideas and design works will not be fulfilled unless it is constructed on the site. Thus practicum also helps to develop the
overall ability of a student and come to grip the realistic side of architectural profession . here we not only gain the practical
knowledge but also learn about the problem occurred in different fields which helps to develop confidence and identify and
analyse the real problem and help to develop design methodologies..

During this period we were required to maintain LOGBOOK mentioning works done in the firm every day and prepare a final
report of works carried out mentioning ones involvements and achievements in the project. This practicum report reflects my
experience as a trainee architect for over 90days on the various projects aiming to develop practical knowledge on the archi-
tectural field. It can also be referred as a documentation of my final work at PRAJWAL HADA N ASSOCIATES which contains
projects done from 17th January to 28th April .

During my involvement in the firm I was involved in various projects such as conceptual design phases, site supervision and
management, furniture drawings, estimation, graphics design ,3d modeling etc. This report contains all the works that I under-
took during my training period in the firm.

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ABOUT THE OFFICE

PRAJWAL HADA N ASSOCIATES is purely an architectural firm , one of the well reputed as well as rising architectural firms of the coun-
try, established with efforts of Ar.PRAJWAL HADA in 2003 is located at TB hospital Marg , kalimati . it is dedicated in the field of archi-
tecture in Nepal . young and energetic architect with fascinating ideas are performing their duty for living today with principle motto ”
architecture for people “ . the firm believes in taking part in the profession with healthy competition with it‟s true professionalism and
intends to lift architectural scenario in Nepal . the firm has been contributing in the development of the architectural professions in and
outside the valley through various endevours in design works.

As for the Chief Architect himself, he is the graduate from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, Bangladesh. He is hard
working and meticulous in his work, his stature in the field of architecture is unprecedented. In my view he is struggling as well as success-
ful competitor in current architecture scenario of Nepal and has been able to well establish his own individual style in Contemporary Ne-
palese architecture .

The firm offers following list of services and activities:

- Architectural design

- Structural design

- Construction supervision

- Interior design

- Services and utilities design

- Landscape design

- Project valuation and management

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3. ABOUT THE OFFICE

OFFICE ENVIRONMENT
The office is away from the busy road of Kalimati so environment of the office is hassle free. The staff works as a team helping
each other in an open environment in a single room where the chief architect‟s room is on the mezzanine floor of the same room ,
visitor waiting on other corner of the room with everybody helping each other . the chief architect acquaints himself with the
progress of the work by regular interaction with staffs. Presently there are five staffs working including one architect, three civil
engineers and one draftsperson . besides there were 4 trainee architects including me.

RULES AND REGULATION:

The office has working schedule prepared according to English calendar. The firm has no limits of working days, staff can work
whole 7 days a week and cant take weekend off when they needed. The work is supervised in to minute details in time which also
helps improve quality performance the rules are strictly implemented with no laxity allowed to anyone.

CONTROL OF WORK
For better performance , PRAJWAL HADA „N‟ ASSOCIATES control its running system with the working hours is from 9:30am-5:30
pm with one hour lunch break

WORK AT OFFICE
After chief architect gets a project to work on, he prepares conceptual sketches till he isn‟t satisfied with it . then he organizes his
plans and sketches and makes them presentable to convey his theme to the client . if there area nay changes to be made in the de-
sign, client is allowed to do it during the presentation. He also directly supervises the progress and guides to staff. This system
makes the staff responsible for their work.

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WORKING PROCEDURE OF THE FIRM

PRAJWAL HADA N ASSOCIATES deals with design process including renovation, interior design , proposals from the clients
and analysed the contract is accepted as per the will of chief architect. Finally work is executed in the office with a team work and
frequent meetings with respective client. Basically work is executed in following phases

 PHASE I: Firstly after the contract is accepted , site visit is the intial steps, which include survey and collection of data. Rough
estimate and inception report are also prepared as per the requirement . topographical and climatologically study of the
site is also done.

 PHASE II: In the intial meetings with the client. Ar. PRAJWAL HADA clarifies the requirements and desire of the client . then
he prepares the conceptual sketches , exploring the various approaches and possibilities of design , yet fulfilling the re-
quirement of the client and the sire as well.

 PHASE III: After frequent discussion with the client , the design comes to finalization. Necessary drawings are prepared in-
cluding the plans , elevation and section after architectural drawings are finalized , structural drawings are prepared under
the guidance of Er. NASHILA SHRESTHA

 PHASE IV: After the design is finalized , detailed working drawing are prepared through frequent discussion with the struc-
tural , electrical and sanitary engineers. Also detailed estimation and specification are prepared.

 PHASE V: Contractor and subcontractor are assigned with the will of the client and the office

 PHASE VI: PRAJWAL HADA N ASSOCIATES ensures a proper supervision in the site , to check the quality and speed of
work

 PHASE VII: The office ensures the completion of work with the accuracy and certifies the completion date. A good relation
with the client is a must, which the office always ensures

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SOME POPULAR PROJECTS OF THE FIRM

 CIVIL MALL , SUNDHARA
 ASHOK HALL, PATANDHOKA

 ORGANIC CAFÉ , THAMEL

 INTERNATIONAL MONEY EXPRESS , PANIPOKHARI

 RARA COMPLEX, BANESHWOR

 MAHALAXMI PLAZA, KALIMATI

 UNITED ACADEMY, KUMARIPATI

 LE RESTURANT
 NCC BANK CHABAHIL

 INTERIOR OF CHINESE RESTAURANT CHU FANG,

KRISHNA TOWER
 CIVIL MERCHANT BANK, KULESHWOR

 RESIDENCE OF MR. DRIP CHAMLING

 RESIDENCE OF SUNIL SHAKYA

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SOME ONGOING PROJECTS OF THE FIRM

 JP COMMERCIAL COMPLEX, THAMEL

 JP SCHOOL, THAMEL

 ROSE VILLA RESORT, NAGARKOT

 MALLA COMPLEX TRIPURESHWOR

 NEWA NUGA , OMBAHAL

 COMMERCIAL COMPLEX OF MR. RABIJUNG PANDEY, PAKNAJOL

 UNITED ACADEMY , KUMARIPATI
 TSC BUILDING, JHONCHHEN

 RESIDENCE OF MILAN TULACHAN, KUSUNTI

 RESIDENCE OF NAKUL SHERCHAN , SAMAKHUSI

 RESIDENCE OF SUSHIL KUMAR , BUDDHANILKANTHA

 RESIDENCE OF PREM RANJIT, CHHAUNI

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PROJECTS OF MY INVOLVEMENT
Within a short duration of 110 working days, I was involved in variety of projects . in some projects , I assisted the architect while in
some I got opportunity to full involvement with responsibility as well. The projects include residential and commercial design, interior
and furniture design , measured drawings, site visit, supervision and management . The projects of my involvement are as follows:

1. TTC BUILDING , JHONCHHEN

2. RESIDENCE OF MADAN SHRESTHA, THAPATHALI

3. RESIDENCE OF NAKUL SHERCHAN, SAMAKHUSI

4. KUMARIPATI COMMERCIAL COMPLEX, KUMARIPATI

5. VIVA BANQUET , TEKU

6. RESIDENCE OF KESHAV SHRESTHA, THAPATHALI

7. BANDIPUR RESTORATION PROJECT, BANDIPUR

8. NEWA NUGA, OMBAHAL

9. SITE VISIT : RESIDENCE OF DR. SUDIP SHRESTHA , KHUMALTAR

10. SITE VISIT : RESIDENCE OF MILAN TULACHAN, KUSUNTI

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TTC
BUILDING
JHONCHHEN
LEAFLET DESIGN
ELEVATION DESIGN

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LEAFLET DESIGN
PROJECT :
 Location : Jhonchhen
 Building type: commercial
 Owner : TTC
 Status : under construction

CONCEPT
 use of lines of different
thickness
 use of the front 3d eleva-
tion of buildingon cover
page and other important
part of building are em-
phasised
 leaflet‟s background color
suppose to less contrasting
than 3d view

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LEAFLET DESIGN

WORK PROCEDURE
 Coloring of given plans using
Photoshop
 Arranging the given plans in Mi-
crosoft Office publisher
 Appropriate color scheme and
template is choosen
 Then further design is done as
per concept

MY ACHIEVEMENTS:
 Improvement in graphics design
 Implementation of Basic design
 Improvement in photoshop skills

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RESIDENCE OF

MADAN
SHRESTHA
THAPATHALI
ELEVATION DESIGN
PROJECT :
 Location : Thapathali
 Building type: residential
 Owner : Madan Shrestha
 Status : on design phase

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WORK PROCEDURE

DEVELOPMENT OF CONCEPT & IDEA

 Initial idea was to play with cube forms and lines with volumetric expansion to
give interesting outlook to the building. Since I had to create an integrated form
to whole exterior so I had to have a design element that connects all elevation
and gives continuity in form
 Moreover while designing elevations it was essential to take building science and environmental
consideration. So I thought of creating design elements from those sunshades , pergolas and
ducts.

DEVELOPMENT OF CONCEPTUAL SKETCHES &3D

 As soon as idea was conceived, I went to create series of sketches on sketchpad. I started with
rough elevation and then with isometric view and a perspective. Chief architect‟s working
style by developing everything in sketches and then moving to drafting , inspired me so I tried
to finalize the whole idea in sketches and then only I move on to sketchup for 3d development

 As sketches were ready, I wanted to further play on its 3d forms so I developed sketchup 3d
from cad . some changes were also made in sketchup and after overall design was final, I did
final rendering in 3Ds max for realistic visualization and final presentation

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3D DEVELOPMENTS ( SKETCHUP )

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DRAFTNG WORKS
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FINAL RENDERS ( 3DS MAX with MENTAL RAY RENDERER)

MY
MY ACHIVEMENTS
 Improvement in elevation design skills
 Improvement in 3d development skills ( 3ds max )

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COMMERCIAL
COMPLEX
KUMARIPATI, LALITPUR

WORK ACCOMPLISHMENT:
 CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
 DRAFTING
 3D DEVELOPMENT

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PROJECT

MY INVOLVEMENT
I was assigned to develop design for commercial
complex to be located in Kumaripati . I had to pre-
pare drawings as well as 3d development both ex-
terior and interior views.

DESIGN CONCEPT
 Maximum utilization of space

 Visual access and easy circulation space

SITE
 Site located in prime location of the city

 Landmark value & cross road site

 Large frontal access to road

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PLANS

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FLOOR PLANS

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INTERIOR VIEWS

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ELEVATIONS

NORTH ELEVATION WEST ELEVATION

EAST ELEVATION SOUTH ELEVATION

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EXTERIOR VIEWS
3D DEVELOPMENTS
 FORM FOLLOWS FUNCTION

 3d form obtain from the concept of

planes interpeneterating.

 Massive wall spaces so as to create

inbuilt space for advertisement boards
and display boards

 Continuity of form and style all over

elevation

MY ACHIEVEMENTS
 Design , drafting and 3d develop-
ment of commercial complex in given
time frame

 Learned a new ways of creating

complex form from simple plan.

 Improvement in design & drafting

skills

 Improvement in 3ds max skills

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VIVA
BANQUET
INTERIOR LAYOUTS
 Project type: interior

 Location: teku

 Owner : Viva Banquet

 Project status : under construction

WORK SUMMARY:
To prepare interior layout drawing as per Chief
Architect‟s direction.

MY ACHIEVEMENTS
 Learned space utilization methods in inte-
rior project

 Improvement in cad skills

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RESIDENCE OF

NAKUL
SHERCHAN
SAMAKHUSI

RESIDENCE OF
SITE SUPERVISION, MANAGEMENT & INTERIOR DESIGN WORKS

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PROJECT:

 Location :Samakhusi

 Building type : Residential

 Owner : Nakul Sherchan

 Status : Under construction

WORK SUMMARY

 Site supervision & Management

 False ceiling design & implementation
 Furniture design & implementation
 Follow up the Finishing works

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES ON SITE

 To prepare list of ongoing and remaining works

 To correct workmanship error during the construction process
 To check the speed and quality of work .
 To coordinate the workmanship for harmonious and efficient
working environment.
 To make sure works are as per given drawings
 To recheck measurement for interior design
 To ascertain the site problems and make necessary preparation
prior to intiation of construction
 To tackle site problems wisely
 To accomplish job on time on basis of priority
 To update architect about site works in regular interval of time
 To observe site works and learn them

MY INVOLVEMENTS

 false ceiling design , drawings & site implementation

 furniture design, drawings & site implementation
 other miscellaneous works & regular follow up

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FALSE CEILING DESIGN, DRAWINGS & IMPLEMENTATION

MY WORK
 Design false ceiling
 Prepare necessary drawings
 Implement design on site

WORK PROCEDURE:
 False ceiling contractor was provided with draw-
ings and area coverage
 He draws the drawing on the ceiling with refer-
ence to beam as per drawings
 Then perimeter framework is installed
 Electrical points for conceal light located.
 Finally the gypsum board is screwed on perimeter frame-
work

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GROUND FLOOR FALSE CEILING

WORKS

CONCEPT

 False ceiling to be done only on living and kitchen room wherever beam has to be covered
 Alcoves for lights were made to create lighting effect in living room and above dinning space

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FIRST FLOOR FALSE CEILING WORKS

CONCEPT

 False ceiling to be done only on living kitchen room & Master Bedroom ,wherever beam has to be covered
 Alcoves for lights were made to create lighting effect in living room and above dinning space
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SECOND FLOOR FALSE CEILING WORKS

CONCEPT

 False ceiling to be done Master Bedroom and other places wherever beam has to be covered
 Elliptical end false ceiling designed in response to position of bed
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THIRD FLOOR FALSE CEILING WORKS

CONCEPT

 False ceiling with niches for interplay of lights and shade along the corridor and living space
 Free flowing curve false ceiling peneterating out of main false ceiling give the flexibility of use of space
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SITE IMPLEMENTATION PROCESS

 The drawings prepared and checked by Chief architect for necessary revision.
 Thereafter the drawings were discussed with client and if there is certain change then again
the drawing undergoes final revisio
 Then the revised drawings with detail measurement were given to false ceiling contractor so
that he could ascertain the cost estimate , materials and labours beforehand
 After that, the false ceiling installation process begins and the design can also be changed ac-
cordingly.
 The electrical points or ductwork if any shall be placed before installing the main gypsum
board
 Now the false ceiling completes with mounting gypsum board and with some finishings putty
works.
 Finally the holes are made on false ceiling for concealed lights and lights are fitted

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STONEWORKS

MY INVOLVEMENT

 Work supervision
 Measurement and cost estimate
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PLUMBING WORKS

MY INVOLVEMENT

 Herein cistern used was concealed type which was new for local plumber so he had done mistake therefore with consultation of
Chief Architect we had to cover the mistake by a design on toilet.

 Likewise the there was no provision for proper ventilation thus ductwork was done. I had to supervise the worker on how duct
should be taken as per site condition
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FURNITURE DESIGN & SITE IMPLEMENTATION

 Site measurement and preparation of measured drawing
 Design furniture and preparation of furniture drawings
 Development of conceptual 3d for client meeting
 Directing and supervising furniture works on site

LIST OF FURNITURE WORKS:

 Kitchen cabinet (ground floor & first floor)
 Shoe rack ( ground floor & first floor )

 Bedroom furniture ( first floor and second floor )

 Master bedroom interior ( second floor )

 Tv rack ( third floor )

 Guest bedoom interior ( fourth floor )

 Staircase partition

 Other furnitures

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KITCHEN CABINET ( GROUND FLOOR AND FIRST FLOOR )

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SHOE RACK ( GROUND FLOOR AND FIRST FLOOR )

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SHOE RACK ( GROUND FLOOR AND FIRST FLOOR )

CONCEPT

 Design of shoe rack to accommodate space for shoe , helmet and storage space.
 Black glass in middle with lights to create lighting effect on the entry.
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BEDROOM FURNITURE ( FIRST FLOOR )

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GUEST BEDROOM ( FOURTH FLOOR )

MY INVOLVEMENT

 I was asked to come up with design to bed with maximum storage space
 I had to prepare drawings and 3d for presentation in client meetings
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CONCEPT 3-D

 Since the prime requirement was storage space , so storage space created wherever possible
 The central space is depressed and with two niches for lights .
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MASTER BEDROOM ( SECOND FLOOR )

MY INVOLVEMENT

 I prepared measured drawings of the room and started designing as per chief architect‟s direction
 Development of 3d views for client meetings
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CONCEPT 3-D

 Above 3d was my proposal of what could be done with master bedroom

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LIVING ROOM ( THIRD FLOOR )

 I prepared measured drawings of the room and started designing as per chief architect‟s sketch
 Development of 3d views for client meetings
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CHILDREN‟S ROOM ( SECOND FLOOR )

MY INVOLVMENT

 I prepared measured drawings of the room and started designing as per chief
architect‟s sketch
 Development of 3d views for client meetings

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STAIR CASE PARTITION (PROPOSED)

MY INVOLVEMENT

 I was assigned to come up with design for staircase partition with woodwork to separate rental space with private space
 Measured drawings was prepared as per measurement on site and thereafter design was drawn on it
 Preparation of drawings and supervise woodwork contractor
 3d development in 3ds max for visualization and client meeting

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SUNSHADE ( PROPOSED )

 I was assigned to come up with design for Sunshade in the

terrace adjacent to living and dining
 I made a sketch and develop 3d in 3ds max for client
meetings
 After the concept is finalized , the drawing and it‟s site
implementation shall be done

CONCEPT 3D VIEWS

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MY ACHIEVEMENTS

I was involved in this project from beginning to the end of the prac-
ticum period. I used to go to site everyday for supervision so as to
speed up the works by regular follow up and updating the chief
architect about the pace and complexities of work. Working on such
project with such responsibility itself is an achievements. Besides this ,
my achievements are:

WORK ACHIEVEMENTS:
 False ceiling works , stoneworks , birla putty works and grill
works are completed
 Tileworks , plumbing works & electrical works almost com-
pleted
 Furniture works has been intiated and furniture of two floors
have been completed
 Interior finishing works has been intitated and likely to be
completed soon.
 In conclusion, design and drawing part is completed while
implementation part is on process

OTHER ACHIVEMENTS:
 Development in site management skills and interpersonal
communication skills on site
 Learn the process of implementation of design on site

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RESIDENCE OF

KESHAV
SHRESTHA
THAPATHALI

SITE SUPERVISION, MANAGEMENT & INTERIOR DESIGN

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SSSSS . . .
PROJECT
 Location: Thapathali

 Building type: Residential

 Owner: Keshav Shrestha

 Status : under construction
( finishing works left)

WORK SUMMARY . . .

 Site supervision and management

 Interior design & implementation

 Site supervision and management

 Interior design & implementation
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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES ON SITE . . .

 To prepare list of ongoing and remaining works

 To correct workmanship error during the construction process
 To check the speed and quality of work .
 To coordinate the workmanship for harmonious and efficient working environment.
 To make sure works are as per given drawings
 To recheck measurement for interior design
 To ascertain the site problems and make necessary preparation prior to intiation of construction
 To tackle site problems wisely
 To accomplish job on time on basis of priority
 To update architect about site works in regular interval of time
 To observe site works and learn them

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MY INVOLVEMENT . . .

This project was second interior project assigned to me. I had to prepare list of works to be done and follow
up with the site works . This project is still running and till now I had perform following list of works
 Preparation of list of works
 Attended site meetings with Chief Architect, Client and respective contractors.

 Prepared conceptual 3ds of furniture designed by Chief Architect.

SKETCHES BY AR. PRAJWAL HADA

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CONCEPTUAL 3D OF BED
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CONCEPTUAL 3D OF BAR DESIGN

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RESTORATION PROJECT

BANDIPUR
BANDIPUR, TANAHUN

SITE VISIT & MEASUREMENT

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PROJECT:

 Location: Bandipur , Tanahun

 Project type: Renovation

 Building type: Traditional

 Owner: Arun Malla

 Status : design phase

WORK SUMMARY:

I along with chief architect AR. PRAJWAL HADA , Ar. Neeraj Amatya
went for site visit and measurement of building to be renovated .

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SKETCHES OF AR.PRAJWAL HADA

SKETCHES OF AR.PRAJWAL HADA

Sketches were prepared on site for easy measurement . since we had

time constraints thus lots of photos had to be taken instead of detail
measurements.
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SKETCHES OF AR.PRAJWAL HADA

MY ACHIEVEMENTS

 Site measurement skills enhanced

 Site visit on traditional newari settlement of Bandipur
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NEWA
NUGA
OMBAHAL

SITE MEASUREMENT & DRAWING REVISION

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PROJECT:

 Location: Ombahal , Kathamandu

 Building type: Community

 Owner: Newa Nuga

 Status : under construction

WORK SUMMARY:

Site measurement & measured drawing

Correction and revision of drawings
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RESIDENCE OF

DR. SUDIP
SHRESTHA
KHUMALTAR

SITE VISIT

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PROJECT

 Location: Khumaltar

 Building type: Residential

 Owner: Dr. Sudip Shrestha

 Status : Finished Project

OBJECIVE OF STUDY
 To gain concept and working knowledge of furniture design
and it‟s implementation

 To observe and understand the knowhow of finishing works

in site

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FINISHING WORKS DETAILS

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WOODWORK DETAILS

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RESIDENCE OF

MILAN
TULACHAN
KUSUNTI, LALITPUR

SITE VISIT
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PROJECT

 Location: Kusunti

 Building type: Residential

 Owner: Milan Tulachan

 Status : under construction

OBJECIVE OF STUDY

 To understand the working process on site

 To observe the finishing works on site

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WOODWORKS

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CONCLUSION

During my practicum period I was involved in various types of projects which made me to understand different projects
differently as per their nature. The small projects like leaflet design gave me idea in how minute details we architects
can design by designing a leaflet for building. Likewise, the project of elevation design improve my visualization skills
and site visits made me more observant in details.
More over I was mostly involved with finishing works in site ,it‟s design , drafting and it‟s implementation. My involvement
in site works enhanced my management skills on the way to implement what I was designing. As an architect it‟s neces-
sary to know what you are designing and most importantly how you are going to materialize your concept into reality..
The regular meetings with client gave me opportunity to understand the perception and psychology of client along with
improvement in interpersonal skills. For architecture there is no pleasure so great than seeing one of your design standing
and in use. My involvement in site works gave me this opportunity
No doubt design studio and classroom education gave us a base but practicum gave me an opportunity to broaden my
knowledge that couldn‟t be imparted in the classrooms and design studios. Besides enhancing my efficiency it also devel-
oped computer skills and presentation techniques. Practicum taught me the team spirit of working in coordination with dif-
ferent personals. It fostered my confidence by teaching me whole design process up to its implementation from concept
to a reality.
Hence practicum period is a medium which enhance a deeper understanding of architectural practice which help us to
prepare ourselves to handle any challenge , likely to encounter during our professional career more tactfully and wisely.
In conclusion, the practicum period surely abridged the gap engulfed between the theoretical knowledge and practical
knowledge.

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APPENDIX

FINAL DRAWINGS ATTACHED HEREWITH

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