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Black Diamond Constructions Ltd.

Seismic Mitigation Proposal

for John Oliver Secondary
School
SUKHMANI B, DIVJEET S, NANDINI S
OUR COMPANY
SECURE & SIMPLISTIC
The Black Diamond Construction,
established in 2003, has proven expertise
in remodelling and construction projects.
Our goal is to provide our clients with
seamless solutions. Our safety-first culture
means our designs are made to withstand
earthquakes. We work with our clients to
help make your dream building come to
life. We operate in Vancouver, Burnaby,
Richmond, and Port Coquitlam. We have
expanded our knowledge and skills to best
serve our clients.
SEISMIC
ADAPTATIONS
WALL & FRAME FOUNDATION

Secure frame to the foundation Replace unreinforced masonry or

with anchor bolts deteriorating concrete foundations with
Shear walls reinforced concrete
Diaphragms Add concrete foundations under walls that
Movement-resisting frames lack support
provide more flexibility in a Concrete and plastic rings placed beneath
building’s design foundation of building
Seismic Dampers When seismic waves enter the rings they
Dissipates energy from are forced to move through to the outer
earthquake, resulting in less rings for easier travel, minimizing affect of
impact. an earthquake.
Base isolation Technology
Provides separation between ground and
the structure, allowing for the building to
experience minimal movement.
Seismic Dampers Base Isolation
EXTERNAL GLASS
Structural Gasket
Made up of multi-layered plastic
material with sealant
Bottom Leveler
Floor adjustment that compresses
Inwall Double Glass
Flush glass ensuring structural
stability
Inwall Single Glass External
Flush glass acting as a separator
Inwall Solid System
Connection
Interlocking structural gaskets
Top Adjustment Track
Acting like a spring so the ceiling glass
stopper can compresses
Anti-Seismic Compensator
Cushion and absorb seismic forces
External Flush Glass
Glass slabs are hooked to glass-
stopper
absorbs seismic waves
 SUSTAINABLE
ELEMENTS

Energy Source: Solar Panels

Water: Grey Water Collections System

Lights: LED
-Allow for low energy consumption

Waste Management: Designated bins for

recycling, garbage and compost
NECESSTIES

55 CLASSROOMS CAFETERIA

STAFF ROOM SENSORY ROOM

LIBRARY MUSIC ROOM

GYMNASIUM X2
AMENTIES

POOL SOCCER FIELD

TENNIS COURT
FITNESS CENTRE
 AESTHETICS

LARGE GLASS DECORATION

LIGHT WALLS SHAPE
WINDOWS & COLOUR

Inhances exterior The light walls are The shape of our The decoration
decor all while visually appealing building is designed works to give our
creating a bright and balance well to create a design emotional
interior by providing with the school comfortable flow value.
an abundance of colours. across the school.
natural light.
FLOOR PLAN
 Building 1A

Cafeteria
Building 1B
BUILDING MODEL
 NORTH
E 41st Ave

tS egroeG .tS

tS resarF
WEST EAST

E 43rd Ave

SOUTH
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