Our Goal

The focus of CBEL Group 7 is to work with the Options Community Organization to turn an asphalt parking lot into a green and natural playground. To encourage discovery, investigation and curiosity primarily in children aged 0-6, natural elements such as a hobbit hill and outdoor musical instruments are being favoured over traditional playground equipment (like plastic play structures). Visually pleasing and low maintenance, with a covered section for parents to relax and observe in all weather, the playground will serve the Guildford community as a place of exploration and learning.

About Options

The Options Community Organization is a non-profit registered charity providing social services primarily in Surrey, Delta, White Rock and Langley. They believe in helping people help themselves while collaborating with individuals, businesses, community groups and government to create focused, effective and responsive resources for the community. While a diverse organization, they are united in the vision of healthy communities as a safe and clean environment where we all have a sense of belonging.

Community

The Guildford community is located within Surrey, BC. They are committed to balancing growth with sustainability, and have implemented numerous programs to ensure community safety and vibrancy. Guildford has pledged to continue to invest in new infrastructure and community enhancement projects in order to improve the quality of life for people living and working in Surrey.

Our Team

CBEL Team 7 is composed of six second-year civil engineers from UBC Vancouver.

Juan Sebastian Perez

– From Ecuador, South America
– Focused on social development, community evolution and sustainable environments
– Has volunteered with social improvement projects such as special olympics and homeless shelter construction
– Has interned in Carlos Zapata Studio Architecture firm in New York as well as Leslie E. Robertson and Associates Firm.
– Passionate about sports, music, and evolutionary anthropology

Grant Matthews

– From Castlegar, BC
– Focused on sustainability in construction and energy generation
– Plays and referees hockey in free time

Adam Abdelkhalek

– From Montreal, QC originally from Morocco
– Passionate about structural engineering and design, as well as theoretical analysis
– Interested in soccer and billiards

Ross Ryken

– From North Vancouver, BC
– Interested in executing large infrastructure projects
– Executive member of UBC Efficiency Club
– Enjoys exploring the outdoors, snowboarding, downhill biking and kayaking

Alex Drover

– From Labrador City, NL
– Interested in hydrological systems and infrastructure
– Enjoys downhill skiing, parkour, rock climbing and scuba diving

Nicholas Chan

-From Greater Vancouver, BC
-Aspires to help develop the New Westminster area by aiding in the contruction of new residential buildings
-Reads science articles and researches professional gaming during spare time.
-Speaks English and French, and can understand a bit of Cantonese and Japanese.