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Compilation of the work for the Professional Practice module as a reflection of the student’s learning process
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STYLESCAPE A.1 FORUM SUMMARY A.2 PDW SUMMARY STYLESCAPE A.3 STYLESCAPE A.4
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STYLESCAPE A.1
Of understanding contractual, professional and legislative terms
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STYLESCAPE ASSIGNMENT 1
ACTIVE FIRE PROTECTION
To explain concept of fire safety in buildings
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Screenshot of Submitted Video Presentation - Active Fire Protection
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FORUM SUMMARY A.2
To encourage more democratic exchange
FORUM 01 First of all, an introduction of the acronym is needed to understand that IDCP stands for Interior Design Consultancy Practice, and ever since the year 2006, suggestions have been made into implying that only designers who are registered with the centralized body are allowed to establish a design firm. The registration has to be made with a body called Malaysia Institute of Interior Designers, MIID which was founded in the year 1989 with the combination of two previous bodies, Institut Perekabentuk Dalaman Malaysia, IPDM, and Malaysian Society of Interior Designers, SID.
Many advantages could be taken when you are a part of the centralized body and the major one would be the standardization of procedure, practice as well as laws. This could provide a platform for designers to share ideas and experiences. Any projects showcase through the body also has the advantage of putting it on a higher recognition level. This gives the benefit of showcasing and bringing exposure of the designer or the firm in the industry as it engages with the international design bodies. Through this, it gives the platform for better networking and the development of one’s design profession. In spite of the advantages, MIID only has 16 firms that are registered under the body.
Despite having many great advantages, the downside of having a centralized body gives many disadvantages to unregistered designers. There is multiple additional cost for when you register or renew your membership with the centralized body and this may disrupt one’s finance if ever he or she is at the first few steps into getting started with the profession. Hence, it will be a bigger additional investment and procedure despite going to a design school for a couple of years. Other than that, this could limit any designer opportunity in getting jobs in the industry especially those who are doing freelancing and new designers will face trouble keeping up with all the requirements. As a reference to another platform such as Atap, it works well to gather all designers and allow them to create their potential portfolio for new clients outreach.
FORUM 02 I can conclude based on the discussion that a disabled friendly space is very important in every building space in making sure all users could get the chance to fully utilize a certain architecture. Disability is much more common than we think hence I believe it is important to follow the Malaysian Standard in providing the necessary assistance needed for them to go through in and out of the building. By having this necessity, visitor of all backgrounds able to experience and feel included in the community.
Other than only implicating disabled friendly space in buildings such as institutional and healthcare buildings, it is also important to prioritize common areas such as public transportation areas, public areas and even the sidewalks. This could contribute them into fulfilling their daily needs and routine making it much easier for them to get to anywhere from one point to another.
The role of both an architect and a designer is to make sure that all architectural buildings are able to be enjoyed and experienced by many despite their background and disability. Having the right knowledge and using the right output in implicating the Malaysian Standard 1184 could highly help in overcoming the disabled people and their dilemmas in going places which do not have the convenience for such people.
FORUM 03 Fire safety is prominent in terms of the design of a building or a space and this is to make sure that there is a regulated protection from fire to any occupants of the building. Fire safety is split into both active and passive fire system which is standardised under the Uniform Building By-Laws. This not only allow a good practice of safety for the building but also to also make sure same implementation of rules and regulations in being practice in every architecture. By implying a good fire safety, this could overcome many issues as loss and death.
The current laws applied by the authority gives a guideline to the architects and designers to make sure proper fire safety is being practiced. Other than that, the authority provides a complete and adequate amount of information needed to be used as a reference. Although, many regulations have been applied, in my opinion, it is important that fire appliances along with the entire costing needed is being shared in a much more transparent manner to ease up the process and the additional costing.
However, despite having a good regulation of laws created based on the Uniform Building ByLaws, it might be overwhelming when it comes to applying it on every of the building as it has complicated and detailed requirements. Not only that, but it also takes longer time and deeper study of understanding the law to apply it back into the actual situation. The numerous revisions also could be a hassle and slows down the entire process of a project. Despite, the huge additional cost in making sure of the safety of the building occupants, by assisting the owner in providing an easier procedure and list of costing could save up more time and shorten the process.
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PDW SUMMARY
Agendas prepared by the University for Professional Development Week (PDW)
WEBINAR 01: “FINANCIAL LITERACY FOR FRESH GRADUATES” BY CIMB In this webinar, Terence started his sharing on what to expect when it comes to personal financial. He proceeded with asking us on our opinion on market reopening and mostly were rather positive on the possible increase in sales and demand while some expressed that it might be a challenging phase for owners to get back into the business. Hence, he explained that online economy is now considered as the new economy and could contribute into huge advantages to those who knows their way into the business. The webinar is continued with the topic on salary and he shared that salary is more in our expenses rather than just the numbers itself. However, in order to create reasonable expenses, we have to consider in getting a realistic salary corresponding to the project and scope we are in. We should never undervalue ourselves especially for fresh graduates for the sake of getting a job early. To have reasonable expenses, we have to clearly distinguish our needs and wants as well as finding out the right balance in life. We have to differentiate our expenses needs and make a better value and judgement of ourselves.
To be more conscious about our financial situation, we have to know our numbers and always make sure to follow many financing rules such as the 50/30/20 rule to separate our income. This is important when it comes to budgeting. We have to also keep in mind to have the right attitude and to apply good concept of spending such as settling down for a coffee at a ‘kopitiam’ instead of having a fancy overpriced drinks at Starbucks, or choosing both with moderation of frequent.
Another way to be valued and recognized on our work to make sure good salary is being given is to give out a good impression especially to the employers and this could be done easily on social platform and medias as people often would research briefly for a person’s background to understand a potential employee better.
He ended his webinar by reminding all students that when it comes to personal financing that it is not about how much you earn but how much you manage and how you are capable of creating a room for financial improvement.
WEBINAR 02:"KEYNOTE ADDRESS" BY MR. JONATHAN YABUT Jonathan shared his session with an introduction of how his career kicked off with his background of joining The Apprentice Asia. He is now known for his work of organization training in business. In this webinar he briefly he went through the points with many inputs on how to manage a great business.
He starts by suggesting to check on current performance of a business and from there we could apply these points to launch the business to a higher level. First of all, he suggested to invest in technology by exploring the existing technology which are being used by many other businesses. We should go through in-depth of the available technology down until each of its categories such as ecommerce, entertainment, file organization, communication and even fintech. By applying appropriate technology, it could contribute a lot in the market return of the business.
Other than technology-focused discussion, he also shared that we as soon-to-be fresh graduates, to be strategic when it comes to job hunting by using a method of searching through LinkedIn. An LinkedIn search trick should be used by filtering it based on industry first, following with company then skill. It is also important to expand network and interact with other people in the industry. He emphasized that it is very important to expand out of the comfort zone to really push ourselves and see the possibilities in the job hunting world.
Another secret to success is to make sure when you are presenting yourself to the working world, it is based on your personality, passion as well as your perseverance. It is also important to constantly build your mindset and to have it constant growing and absorbing knowledge. It is much better to have a growth mindset into of a fixed one.
WEBINAR 03: “ENHANCING YOUR PROFESSIONAL BRANDING AND LANDING YOUR DREAM JOB” BY LINKEDIN Through this webinar, it has given many information regarding the important points in looking for jobs as well as the competition, skills and disruption. Advices for students are given to create a LinkedIn profile to stay connected, stay informed as well as to get hired.
There are many difference between a profile and a resume. LinkedIn is a social platform where it gives the opportunity for users to speak to all potential employer meanwhile a CV is used when you are emailing out to a specific person for the purpose of applying for a job.
LinkedIn features are a great starter and introduction to users on what is needed to tell potential colleagues and employers about yourself. The features recommended by LinkedIn to be fulfilled and filled up by you are the profile picture, recording your name pronunciation, education background, etc.
Important tips to launch your career is definitely through network and community through LinkedIn. You can take the advantage of mapping your future by using its alumni tool to filter out who you could reach for to send a personal message. You should ask for informational review as well as request for recommendation to assist you in landing your dream job. It is important to add value and engage on LinkedIn to gain recognition from many. LinkedIn also features a tool for you to build a resume by downloading the resume from your profile.
WEBINAR 04: “CURATING ARCHITECTURE CV & PORTFOLIO” BY VERITAS Veritas is a well-known architecture firm and many information has been shared throughout this webinar. The principal shared on the guide on preparing a resume, the importance of impression as well as putting statement on top. It was mentioned that it is important to have a clear flow and appropriate title and reading style along with bulleted accomplishment to create an easy guide for the reviewer. Hence, there are a few rule when it comes to creating a resume.
The first rule is to make sure that the resume is in one page including a marketable or relevant experience. You are allowed to insert information of any relevant 5-10 years’ experience and pictures of your past projects. The second rule is to apply the use of keywords to make it easier to be reviewed and avoid any spelling mistakes.
The next rule is to design the resume according to the position applied. Hence, it is important to tailor the content accordingly to the specific skills. Another rule is to focus on explaining specific accomplishment.
For resume portfolio, it is physical and not online portfolio. It is a must to keep it simple and short by showing your greatest work and it recommended to attached 3 school projects and 3 work projects. You have to focus on what you did along with outlining your role and keeping it simple at the same time. You should also do a sample portfolio before sending out your resume to make sure that there is no inconvenience on both side. A high quality and clear visual composition has to be applied and the file send through email, etc. has to not exceed 10MB to avoid inability during the process of downloading.
Meanwhile an interview portfolio is a physical portfolio where you should showcase your best work at the front and second best work at the end to make sure to retain the focus of your portfolio. Same as the resume, you should also outline your role in each projects and to print out the work in a copy of A3 size. You can also combine both school and work projects as recommended. Make sure to include a good visual composition and it is highly advisable to put in sketches of your own.
When it comes to interview, there will usually be 1 or 2 interviewee so it is important for you to do a research of the company just to know better of your audience. You also should reach out to your networks to get advices and tips ahead of the interview. Search up further on the company details as well as knowing the people who could possibly be interviewing you. Other than that, you could also ask the recruiters through phone call or through email to ask further about the format just to make sure you cover the necessary requirement.
It is also important to master up on what to say when you are being asked on, “Tell me about yourself” as you could introduce further on yourself relating to the job you are applying for. By sharing your thoughts on your “biggest weakness” also shows the character to the interviewee and it is very important for you to ask more about the company to show your best interest. Last but not least, you have to be properly dressed to fulfill the requirements of being an eligible staff in the company.
WEBINAR 05: “WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE A FUTURE PSYCHOLOGIST?” BY INPSYCH This webinar focuses on psychology and its importance especially during these trying times. An introduction of the psychologist education journey as well as possible jobs of the industry were explained to the students. The pandemic has definitely made an impact to many mental health state and has affected people in terms of financial, work, school and so much more. Hence, psychology has played bigger role to many people in Malaysia and awareness have been increased. It was emphasized that to be a psychologist it is important to have an empathy as well as a good listening skills. This pandemic and how covid-19 is being managed and handled gives a rough picture of how counseling possibly could be in the future.
WEBINAR 06: “WHAT & HOW ARE BUSINESSES GOING TO THRIVE IN THE NEW NORM” BY MR. HANS GILL The sixth webinar joined was by Mr. Hans which is known for his F&B business, Tiki Taka at Damansara. He also own Hans Agency managing other business as well. He mentioned that the pandemic has taken a great toll especially on business owners of the F&B line and he has been very understanding in that as well as the suffering of affected people during the entire lockdown duration. He participated in the white flag movement as a sign to give back to the community and this has given him the idea to create a whole new end user experience for the business.
The prompt downfall of his business has opened his eyes into thinking of many solutions and backups for business and what to do to overcome shortages as well as maintaining the wellbeing of his staffs. The main concern of the lockdown is surely people all around losing their job and nowadays many people of different backgrounds are willing to get any type of job as long as they are earning.
His thoughts on the entire job crisis during the pandemic is to find a business solution as soon as possible and to not be picky when there are not much options being given in life. His idea of elevating food experience during these tough times of not allowing dine-ins produce the curbside business idea which inspired by the usual typical ‘tepi jalan’ burger stall.
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STYLESCAPE A.3
Sets the scenario for students to embark on an entrepreneurial journey
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STYLESCAPE ASSIGNMENT 3
STUDIOVN.
Partnership Design Firm
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STYLESCAPE A.4
To apply knowledge gained in Project 1 into individual projects of AIDP1/AIDP2
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STYLESCAPE ASSIGNMENT 4
STANDARDS, SCORINGS (GBI) & BUILDING BY-LAW APPLICATION
Graphics translation for application of Jiwata project
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