THE IABSE Young Engineers Colloquium East Asia |
DESIGN COMPETITION
Introduction
The design project entails the development of a conceptual design for a lookout platform and associated elevated access walkway at a touristic destination in Lantau Island, Hong Kong.
The objective of the project is to establish a new tourist attraction for pedestrians and visitors that would enable them to closely enjoy the beautiful natural landscape of the area.
The Site
The approximate area of interest to locate the new structure is shown in Figure 1.
Download the dwg file (Basemap.dwg) with the topography of the area. In addition, if deemed necessary, participants can use public information available, shown in Additional References.
Design Brief
The design should include an elevated walkway through the low height natural vegetation, viewpoint(s), and shaded resting area(s). Additional features can be added for the visitors willing to enjoy a more thrilling experience.
The structure must connect to the existing pedestrian areas at one or more locations, defined by the participants, depending on the proposed general arrangement.
All the non-built-up areas can be considered as available for construction, but the impact on the existing vegetation, in particular larger trees, should be minimized during construction and operation.
Disturbance to surrounding tourist attractions, building and facilities should be kept to a minimum.
Design Basis
Type of structure: Elevated walkway and viewpoints for pedestrian traffic
Minimum functional width: 4m
Pedestrian live load: 5 kPa
Maximum peak wind velocity: 80 m/s
Construction materials and grades: no restriction
Ground condition: competent rock between 0-3m depth
Any other design requirements can be based on engineering judgment by the participants, or design codes like HKSDM
Evaluation Criteria
Response to the Design Brief
Creativity and innovation
Quality of structural solution
Aesthetics and integration with surroundings and nature
Impact during construction and constructability
Compliance with Sustainable Development Goals
Design Brief
Participants must submit a two-page paper describing the design concept, taking into consideration the evaluation criteria.
Design Teams
Teams of 3-5 members can participate and present their design.
Deadline of Submission
Design Paper Submission: October 15, 2024. Extended to November 11, 2024.
Design Poster and Presentation to be submitted on day of the event.
Poster
The poster area will be in the session room. All posters shall be A1 size (594mm wide x 841mm high) and mounted on a poster board.
Presentation
Participants are required to make a 10-minute presentation. Please prepare a PPT or PDF for that purpose.
Announcement of the Result
Results will be announced and Prizes awarded at the Colloquium Dinner.
Contacts
Ricardo Ferraz, (Chair of the Competition Committee)
Email: DC-YEC-HK@iabse.org
DESIGN COMPETITION COMMITTEE
Chair
Mr. Ricardo Ferraz Arup, Hong Kong SAR
Members
CHINA
Dr. Qinger Deng Tongji Architectural Design (Group) Co., Ltd.
Prof. Lin Xiao Southwest Jiaotong University, China
Prof. Yanjie Zhu Southeast University, China
JAPAN
Prof. Shuichi Fujikura Utsunomiya University, Japan
Prof. Yusuke Kurihashi Kanazawa University, Japan
Asst. Prof. Yukari Aoki Akita University, Japan
Mr. Manabu Inoue IHI Infrastructure Systems Co., Ltd, Japan
Mr. Ikuhide Shibata Ove Arup & Partners, Japan
KOREA
Dr. Nam-Hee Kim Hong Korean Institute of Bridge and Structural Engineers, Korea
Prof. Seung-Jun Kim Korea University, Korea
Prof. Sunjoong Kim University of Seoul, Korea
Mr. Chang-Su Kim DM Engineering Co., Ltd., Korea
Mr. Sang-Hoon Shin Cable Bridge Co. Ltd., Korea
Mr. Sunglak Choi ENVICO Co., Ltd., Korea
Mr. Sung-Kyun Park COWI Korea Co., Ltd., Korea
HONG KONG SAR
Dr. Ngai Yeung Arup, Hong Kong SAR
Mr. Christian Venetz VSL, Hong Kong SAR
Mr. Paresh Vishnoi Arup, Hong Kong SAR
Additional References
Map service
https://www.hkmapservice.gov.hk/OneStopSystem/map-search?product=OSSCatA
3D survey and mapping
https://www.landsd.gov.hk/en/survey-mapping/mapping/3d-mapping.html
Open3Dhk
https://3d.map.gov.hk/