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To create a Wix website I searched up www.wix.com and followed the steps below  1. Click on get started to create a new account 2. Click on continue with Google to proceed 3. I Clicked on the google account  because it is easier to access than facebook 4. Choose who is creating the blog  5. Click on "design" your website to be able to customise your website  6. Click on customise a design template  7. Pick website template  8. Once I selected my template, I was taken to the wix editor when I used the drag and drop editor to modify the texts, images and other elements of the page.  9. After these steps I was able to customise the website to my liking with the tools provided on Wix such as navigation and design.   Link to my wix website:  https://taniabanzadmu.wixsite.com/my-site

INTRODUCTION  Copyright Copyright is  the exclusive and assignable legal right, given to the originator for a fixed number of years, to print, publish, perform, film, or record literary, artistic, or musical material (oxford dictionary)  . In simple words copyright is  the ownership of the owner towards an intellectual property.  HOW DOES COPYRIGHT PROTECTS YOUR WORK  Copyright protects one's work as people cannot copy or get credit for your work without your permission.  The term ‘exclusive’ in copyright law means that the copyright owner has the right to exclude others from using his or her work without first getting permission  ( Bart, 2022). HOW DO I COPYRIGHT MY WORK  As long as the work is original, copyright protection is automatic.  As soon as you record an idea, for example by writing down the outline of a story, it's protected by copyright. As long as the work is original, copyright protection is automatic. Copyright ensures w...

       The primary function of my project is to allow children to have a good time outside in a safe and sustainable place. Creating spaces that are in harmony with the environment, using eco-friendly materials, and promoting practices that help preserve our natural resources  Sustainable Playground I am creating this playground because in my city (Kitwe, Zambia) we have plenty of parks but people do not use them as they are not user-friendly and as a result they are not safe or maintained. The playground is located near city centre, where the vegetation is dense and will allow the users to have fresh air. Having a sustainable playground in Kitwe will allow the children of the community to engage together in a safe environment.          Reference         s.c, C.I.-S. (no date) Inter-Play Playground equipment, inter-play.eu. Available at: https://www.inter-play.eu/blog/eco-friendly-playgrounds:-a-rising-trend-in-t...

  Playground This Playground is Located in Lusaka, which is the Capital of Zambia. The soil of Lusaka and Kitwe are somewhat similar as goes for the weather because both have very hot weather and it gets really rainy in both regions. This playground is very sustainable because it uses natural materials such as wood. 

For my project I want to focus on an eco friendly and sustainability in the phase of construction I will use single direction plates or reversible plates,  reversible plates can move forwards and backwards which makes them a more practical choice for large areas (Speedy Hire, no date).  I will also use smooth drum rollers machine which use electricity as source of power, those machine will help me to compact the soil.  Soil compaction is necessary to increase the bearing capacity and stiffness of in-situ (natural state) or chemically modified soils. Compaction increases the shear strength of soils by adding friction from the interlocking of particles (Team, N. 2020)   Soil Compaction Because Zambia is a country where it rains a lot, the soil will have irrigation system because I am working on a eco-friendly and sustainable solution.  Construction of Sand base For construction in Zambia, the most widely used rocks are granite (igneous), limestone and sandstone (s...

 Kitwe, city, northern Zambia, south-central Africa. It is the second largest city in Zambia and is the main industrial and commercial centre of the copper-belt region. Founded in 1936, Kitwe grew with the rapid development of copper mining, though secondary industries have also been established. (  Encyclopædia Britannica, no date) As my project is happening in Zambia, the perfect spot to create a sustainable playground will be the freedom park for its location as it is accessible to everyone.  Freedom park Freedom Park has a length of 2.43 kilometres Latitude:  -12°48'25.2" Longitude:  28°12'51.48"   The park is find in city centre which is easy for everyone to access wherever they are coming from. GEOLOGY The Zambian Copperbelt is unusual among sediment-hosted stratiform copper districts in having abundant Co and low Ag, Zn, and Pb. The Cu-Co sulfide carrollite is widespread in the district, although cobalt is present in economic quantities in only some...

 For this project I am using s ustainable architecture which can also be referred as green or environmental architecture. It aims to produce smart design with minimal negative effect on the ecosystem and communities. Sustainable architecture    Some key aspects of sustainable architecture are: 1.  Energy-efficient lighting fixtures and appliances Passive Design is all about making the most of natural light, optimising ventilation, and using thermal mass to keep indoor temperatures just right, reducing the need of artificial heating or cooling. When it comes to lighting, it is all about energy efficiency such as LED or CFL bulbs and finding ways to let in natural daylight in order to use less artificial lighting. ( Tobias, M. 2022) 2. Sustainable materials  Using recycled and reclaimed materials is a great way to help the environment and reduce waste. When we choose materials that are sourced locally, we not only support the local economy but also decr...

A mood board is a 'collage' of design ideas, products, colours or other inspirations that can be prepared during the design stage to create an impression or 'mood' representing current design thinking  (designing building, 2022) Examples of mood board : Mood board  Mood board  Using Pixlr I was able to attempt to the creation of my own Mood board  Reference  - Mood Board  (June 2022)  Mood board - Designing Buildings . Available at: https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Mood_board (Accessed: 28 October 2023).

 The primary target audience of my projects are children between the age of 3 to 12 and the secondary target audience are families. I want the playground to be a safe place for parents and children to relax, enjoy and have some fresh, natural air. As the chart below show, the population in Zambia have been growing wider over the years resulting in overpopulation in certain city.  Zambia population Research from 2023 show that the median age in Zambia is 17.3 years (Worldometer, no date) Median age in Zambia  The 2023 population density in Zambia is 28 people per Km2 (72 people per mi2), calculated on a total land area of 743,390 Km2 (287,024 sq. miles). ( Worldmeter  no date) Population Zambia Age structure and Population pyramid ( no date) Chart References Zambia Demographics 2020 (Population, Age, Sex, Trends) - Worldometer (no date) www.worldometers.info. Available at: https://www.worldometers.info/demographics/zambia-demographics/. Live Zambia Population Clock 20...

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An architectural presentation board is a visual representation of an architect’s design ideas. These boards can include a variety of design elements, such as floor plans, elevations, sections, and 3D renderings. The purpose of these boards is to help communicate the architect’s design intent to clients, professors, jury members etc. (Nur 2023) Architecture design board example  referencing  - Nur (2023) My architectural boards, layout and software , Art & Architecture . Available at: https://www.ma-nur.com/how-do-i-do-my-architectural-boards/ (Accessed: 28 October 2023).

 For my project I will use SketchUp to help me achieve my final design. SketchUp is an easy 3D modelling programme . SketchUP landscape design SketchUp is a really handy software for landscape architects and designers who want to create playground designs. It has many useful features and advantages that are specifically designed to meet their requirements. Here are some reasons why SketchUp is a great option for for this task: 1. User friendly interface  The interface of SketchUp is well-known for being easy to use and understand. Beginners and professionals alike can easily navigate the workspace and utilise the simple tools. Even if you are new to it, you can quickly grasp the basics and start creating 3D models without any difficulties. 2. 3D modelling capabilities SketchUp is great at creating detailed 3D models. It helps designers visualise playground layouts, equipment, and landscaping elements in a realistic three-dimensional space. The software has precise modelling to...