Task 2 - Installing bathroom vanity unit

Project Brief and Design Documentation

Objective:

Design and install vanity unit in a bathroom to optimize space usage, enhance functionality, and improve aesthetics.

Client Profile:

Client Name:Jeff Thompson

Household: Couple with one teenage child

Lifestyle: Family enjoys a relaxed lifestyle with an emphasis on self-care and wellness. They appreciate a bathroom space that offers both functionality and a spa-like atmosphere for unwinding after busy days.

Design Preferences:

• Style - Modern, minimalistic design
• Colour Scheme - Matte white with stainless steel accents
• Lighting - Bright LED lighting
• Fixtures - Dual high-arc chrome mixer taps

Special Requirements: Ample, organized storage with drawers and dividers

Design Documentation:

1. Specifications and Measurements

• Vanity dimensions - 137 cm (length) x 59 cm (height).
• Sink dimensions - 49.5 cm (length) x 30.5 cm (width), with a depth of 11.5 cm.
• Materials - Engineered wood with a moisture-resistant finish.
• Colour - Matte white with stainless steel handles.
• Faucets - Dual high-arc, mixer taps in chrome finish.

1. Design considerations

• Lighting - Installation of overhead LED lighting to enhance visibility and complement the vanity's modern design.
• Mirror - Placement of a large, frameless mirror above the vanity, spanning its full length (137 cm) to enhance light reflection and sense of space.
• Storage - Integration of spacious drawers with dividers for organized storage of toiletries and bathroom supplies.

1. Compliance and Safety

• Building Codes - Compliance with the Building Code of Australia, ensuring all materials and installations meet moisture resistance and durability requirements.
• Water Efficiency - Use of water-efficient faucets to comply with WELS standards.
• Electrical Safety - All electrical fittings for lighting to comply with Australian standards for bathroom safety.

1. Installation Plan

Preparation:

Removal of the existing vanity unit, assessment of wall and floor integrity, and evaluation of current plumbing configurations.

Installation Sequence:

• Ensuring structural support is adequate for the new vanity.
• Installation of plumbing fixtures followed by the vanity cabinet.
• Securing the sink and faucets, followed by the connection of water supply and waste lines.
• Installation of the mirror and lighting fixtures.

Coordination:

Coordination with plumbers and electricians to ensure all fittings and services are installed according to specifications and compliance standards.

Appendix C - Site Assessment and Installation Report - Task 2

Site Assessment and Installation Report
Student Name
Date
Project brief
Task	Description/condition	Implications/Measurements	Adjustments/Preparations Needed
Site work health and safety procedures
Access requirements for materials and equipment
Other work being undertaken
Wall and Floor Construction and Features
Aspect	Description/Condition	Implications for Cabinet Installation	Adjustments/Preparations Needed
Wall construction
Wall condition
Wall alignment
Floor construction
Floor condition
Floor flatness/levelness
Additional Structural Features
Structural Feature	Description/Condition	Implications for Cabinet Installation	Adjustments/Preparations Needed
Beams
Pipes (non-functional)
Appliances and Services
Appliance/Service	Installation Requirements	Impact on Cabinet Installation	Adjustments/Preparations Needed
Sink
Compliance and Safety
Aspect	Description/Condition	Implications for Cabinet Installation	Adjustments/Preparations Needed
Building Codes
Ergonomics
Fire Safety
Feature	Details	Implications/Measurements	Adjustments/Preparations Needed
Measurements
Scaled plan
Elevation plan
Challenges and responses
Compliance with local regulations