Republic of the Philippines

Polytechnic University of the Philippines

COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE AND FINE ARTS
Department of Architecture
NDC Compound, Sta. Mesa, Manila

Proposed Taytay Civic Center

(Enhanced Campaign for Cityhood thru Commercial and Tourism
Utilization)

Borja, Ron Joshua A. Architectural Design 8

BS Architecture 4-2 Ar. Ferdinand dela Paz

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

Over the past few years, the municipality of Taytay has proven to be one of the most competitive
municipalities throughout the entirety of the Philippines. Being listed as a first-class municipality of the
province of Rizal, Taytay listed a local income of Php 700 million in the year 2016, placing second behind
its neighbouring municipality, Cainta.

The surge in the economy of Taytay was the result of the municipality’s shift from agricultural to
a wide variety of commercial and industrial developments. Being known as the “Garments and
Woodworks Capital of the Philippines”, Taytay has utilized the commercial potential of its Garments
district and made it the main catalyst in the growth of its economy. One of the biggest contributors in
the Garments side is the renowned Taytay Tiangge. It is composed of several garments centers offering a
wide variety of RTW garments that is being sold in a very reasonable price yet very exceptional quality.
Several “Tahian” or tailor workshops can be found throughout Taytay, Rizal. Sewing has been the bread
and butter for most of the families that live in Taytay. It is a tradition passed from several generations
that can still be seen today. Another type of workshop that has been prevalent in the municipality of
Taytay is workshops offering different kind of Woodwork services. Like sewing, woodworking has been
one of the main sources of income for the citizens of Taytay. Woodwork in Taytay is known for its quality
and beauty and has been known as one of the main distributors to the cities.

The municipality of Taytay has all of the qualifications to be promoted into a city. With a total
land area of 38.80 km2, it is visibly larger than some of the listed cities in the Philippines. The
Municipality of Taytay has also a strategic location because of its proximity to key cities like Pasig, Taguig
and Manila. As development from the cities sprawl outward, Taytay is one of the places offering huge
potential for possible investors and developers. Taytay has also listed total revenue of Php
723,785,579.90 as of 2016 making it one of the richest municipalities in the country. The economy of
Taytay is still growing further as the municipality utilized its Garments and Woodworks district and has
planned for a more economic, industrial and tourism centered land use. The municipality’s campaign for
cityhood was supported by the late governor of Rizal, Casimiro Ynares III and the League of Cities in the
Philippines but was waived because “there are priorities that needed to be attended to before cityhood.”
according to the Sangguiniang Panlalawigan ng Rizal.

The project was proposed in order to enhance the campaign for cityhood of the Municipality of
Taytay. The proposed development would serve as the main catalyst to further develop and utilize the
commercial and tourism potential of Taytay. The transition of a municipality into a city comes with
different kinds of advantages which the municipality aims to achieve and explore. The promotion of
Taytay into a city would also affect the growth of its neighbouring municipalities (Cainta, Binangonan,
and Angono). Growth would progress throughout the province and would develop a mutual advantage.

STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

The proposed project aims to provide solutions for several impending insufficiency in the
Municipality of Taytay. The proposed Civic Center would contain infrastructures and services that would
cater to the needs of the citizens of Taytay and would also be an asset in the commercial and tourism
aspect of the municipality. Civic centers can be found on most of the thriving cities in the Philippines.
The addition of a civic center in Taytay, Rizal would increase its chances to get an approval to become a
city and increase the overall growth of the municipality.

The Proposed Taytay Civic Center would include a public library which Taytay, Rizal lacks. Most
libraries can only be found on schools and cannot be accessed by outsiders. Libraries inside schools also
have a limited collection due to the capabilities of the institution. A local government backed library can
provide the citizens of Taytay, student or not, a way to access data and information.

Another issue being raised by some institutions is the lack of an events place in Taytay. The
conversion of the late SM Taytay Event Center into a Cyberzone posed as a problem to some institutions
that lack the facility to hold events like Graduation, Family Day, Buwan ng Wika, etc. Taytay lacks a local
government supervised events center that may hold festivities, meetings, conventions and other
gatherings that is large enough to accommodate events with huge amount of users.

Several offices and services are also left in the Old Municipal Building. Some users are unfamiliar
on where the office that they intend to visit is located. The separation of offices from the main building
also raises the issue of management as it is being divided because of the separation of other offices.
 Many investors are also requesting additional spaces for their merchandise/services within the
premises of the renowned Taytay Tiangge. Since its popularity surge, the Taytay Tiangge faced issues of
overcrowding and poor circulation due to the magnitude of buyers and investors. The area is having a
hard time managing its patrons and owners because everybody wants to take part of the Tiangge’s
success and potential. With about 190 registered garment manufacturers, 52 remnant cloths sellers, 29
registered ready-to-wear (RTW) retailers, and 4,000 surveyed flea market sellers and still growing
network, opportunity is being limited.

One of the insufficiencies that the Proposed Civic Center also aims to provide is the lack of an
open/green space wherein people could socialize and interact with one another. Only one park can be
found in Taytay, Rizal, (Kalayaan Park) and it is not properly utilized and has not served its intended
purpose. Kalayaan Park is located near a disorganized market with poor garbage management that
greatly affects the ambience of the park.

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

The Proposed Taytay Civic Center would provide solutions to the insufficiencies stated in the
problem. The Civic Center would cater to the several issues stated by proposing a development that
would supplement the insufficiency that is being tackled. The proposed development would not only
solve several problems that were stated but would also be a huge asset in the municipality’s campaign
for cityhood that has been pending for years.

With the addition of a Civic Center that has several services and amenities, many of the major
issues could be resolved. The addition of a Public Library would help in the empowerment of citizens in
Taytay, Rizal. A public library that is easily accessible and contains information and data is one good way
to empower the users with knowledge. A public library is a good way to make data and information
readily available to those who seek, be a student or a researcher from another city/municipality.

The inclusion of an Events Center in the proposed Civic Center also has a huge impact. It tackles
the issue of the insufficiency of venues to hold different kinds of gatherings that requires a huge capacity.
With an Events Center present, the municipality can now hold huge gatherings, conventions, and other
meetings. A feature that deems vital to a municipality that is aiming for cityhood.

Another structure in the proposed Civic Center is the Annex building for the Municipal Hall of
Taytay, Rizal. The annex building would be occupied by the remaining offices that are still residing in the
Old Municipal Hall. The transfer of the offices would lessen the hassle of going back and forth to the new
and old municipal buildings especially for those that are not familiar with where to find the office that
the users intend to visit. With the removal of the offices from the old municipal building, the late
structure could be reused and redeveloped to further increase the opportunities and potential in the
municipality.

The Proposed Civic Center would also include a commercial “Tiangge-Mall” area. This would
provide investors opportunities and would increase the commercial and tourism potential of the
proposed project.

The buildings in the civic center would have a plaza at its center, this would be a park wherein
people can interact and socialize. Several amenities would be included to increase the effectivity and
activity. Overall, the proposed Civic Center would not only serve as a solution but would also be an
opportunity for development and progress.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

The goal of the Proposed Civic Center is to provide a development that would supplement the
insufficiencies in the municipality of Taytay. In doing so, creating more opportunities and possibilities
that would exploit the municipality’s full potential and bolstering its campaign for cityhood.

To achieve the goal, these are the objectives that would enable the success of the project:

1. Provide infrastructures/services that would tackle the problems listed. (Public Library, Municipal
Building Annex, Events Center, Commercial Area.) The listed developments would answer to the
insufficiencies discussed in the statement of the problem.
 2. Strategically plan and design the development to ensure to effectivity of the Proposed Civic
Center. The flow and circulation is a vital part in determine the project’s success and efficiency.

3. Highlight the municipality’s core industry, Woodworks and Garments, thru integration and
exploitation to the design.

SCOPE AND DELIMITATIONS OF THE STUDY

The coverage of the proposed project is mainly but not limited to the citizens of Taytay, Rizal. The
proposed project aims to provide answers and solutions to a number of problems within the
municipality. The capacity of the infrastructures is going to be based on the demographic data of the
municipality combined with additional provisions for expected tourists/visitors that would also make us
of the proposed development.

The selection of the site would be detrimental to the success of the project. The Proposed Civic
Center requires huge land area to accommodate the proposed infrastructures that would be in the
development. One of the factors to also consider is its location. A well placed development has a higher
chance of success. The proponent must locate a site that would perfectly fit the proposed project and its
possible immediate vicinity. A CLUP (Comprehensive Land Use Plan) is available as reference and guide in
the selection of possible candidates to hold the proposed project. The CLUP contains information and
data such as a Land Use Map, Slope Map, Soil Map, Multihazard Map, Road Network map and other data
that would help the proponent choose a viable site.

Since the project is a Civic Center, the development must be carefully planned as it will
accommodate a huge and diverse number of users. The designer should take into consideration different
behavioural and cultural factors of the possible users to ensure their comfortability and overall
satisfaction. Studies regarding Social Architecture and Universal Design will be an asset to ensure the
goal is achieved. Regulations and Standards in accordance to building laws would be considered.

The aesthetic side of the design is also to be considered as it will be a factor on the user’s
experience with the development. The Civic Center would be a promoting commercial and tourism
potential. The proponent should take into consideration the potential and how would it be utilized in the
design. With the goal of the project in mind, two concepts can be brought to the design. First is a
concept from Vernacular Architecture. Woodworks and Garments can be incorporated to the design to
further highlight and exploit the municipality’s specialties. The incorporation of Woodworks and
Garments into the design can be a way to showcase the mastery of Taytay. Another concept to consider
is Contemporary Architecture. With this, the development can be a landmark of the municipality. The
tourism potential is utilized as attraction rises.

The proposed project aims to tackle some of the major problems of the municipality but not its
entirety. Several issues are still without an answer any may be a problem to be tackled by another
project. The proposed project may develop and utilize a chosen site and its vicinity but would not change
the current state of traffic in the municipality. Fixing issues regarding poor traffic circulation and narrow
passages cannot be achieved by this proposed development alone.

JUSTIFICATION OF THE STUDY

The proposed development offers more compared to the existing, on-going and proposed
projects in the municipality of Taytay. The proposed development’s functions extend to majority of the
population of the municipality and other possible users/visitors. The proposed project will provide
services and opportunities that has been lacking in the municipality with the advantage of being located
in one location.

The place would also serve as a place of interaction and activity, something the municipality has
been lacking. Interaction and activity would promote connections and bonds within the municipality and
would greatly affect the development of Taytay. The place would also serve as a landmark for the
municipality. It will be a new addition to the tourism asset of Taytay. The proposed project would also be
a huge contributor to the campaign for cityhood that has been elusive to Taytay several times.
DEFINITION OF TERMS, ABBREVIATIONS AND CONCEPTS

Tiangge -a group or collection of merchants that offer different kinds of goods and services.

Civic Center- a land mark or a prominent area in a community that serves as the focal point or center.
Usually contains public or government buildings.

CLUP- Comprehensive Land Use Plan

Vernacular Architecture- an architectural style that relies on local needs and traditions.

Social Architecture- a concept in design that encourages social behaviour that would eventually lead to
the goal of the project.

Coronas Qualification- A rain gauge network used to classify locations into four climate zones.

C6- Laguna Lake Highway

OSCA- Office for Senior Citizens Affair

MPSO- Municipal Public Safety Office

SSS- Social Security System

GAD- Gender and Development

LPRAO- Local Poverty Reduction Action Office

CHAPTER 2: SYSTEMS OF RESEARCH/DATA GATHERING PROCEDURES (METHODOLOGY)

In order to produce a logical and efficient design for the Proposed Civic Center, significant and
related data involving the major factors that affect a Civic Center must be gathered and carefully
processed. Certain criteria and analysis must take place in order to come up with enough data to fully
take advantage of the information and data that were gathered.

Different kinds of research gathering procedures are to be conducted in order to supplement

substantial data into the design and planning. Qualitative, Quantitative and Explorative data gathering
procedures are to be used in order to gather desired and much needed data.

Qualitative

A qualitative data gathering procedure was necessary to determine and understand the
behaviour of the possible target users of this project. Qualitative data contains diverse set of subject
preference that will be one of the main basis in designing the areas, spaces and the development as a
whole. With the analysis of the qualitative data, the designer can determine how spaces should be
interpreted to suite the preference of the possible users of the development and will be an asset to how
effective the project would become. The proponent must consider the diversity of preferences and must
successfully utilize all the variables to create a design that would cater to the majority if not the entirety
of the expected users.
Qualitative data may be gathered thru feedbacks, comments, issues raised by the concerned
party. In today’s technology, and by the use of social media, users have a convenient outlet of their
remarks, preferences, demands or any other issues that may deem necessary to share. The use of the
internet also has introduced new ways for the local government to reach its people. News and updates
about the government’s plans and proposals make their way to different kinds of social platforms and
the citizens are able to see and express their feedbacks.

QUANTITATIVE

The quantitative data would help determine the possible expectancy of the proposed
development. The quantitative data contains information that may be used as basis in planning and
design. Quantitative data may include; population of the selected area, population count identified in
age groups, estimated visits and services used. Quantitative data will also determine the estimated size
of the spaces in the buildings and the circulation needed to ensure the comfort and satisfaction of the
users.

Quantitative data may be obtained thru information made available in the CLUP (Comprehensive
Land Use Plan) of Taytay, Rizal. The CLUP presents the demographic data of the municipality. Population
data may also be obtained thru the data listed in the PSA (Philippine Statistics Office) it contains the
population of a certain area, its growth and density rate.

EXPLORATIVE

Explorative data gathering produces information that is critical for the users and the proposed
project’s surrounding areas. Thru explorative data gathering, the proponent would have information
regarding the factors that would affect how the development would progress. Explorative data also
determines what provisions and limitations the proponent needs to consider in designing the project to
accommodate possible issues, hazards or potential.

Explorative data could be obtained thru the exploration of the possible factors that may affect
the proposed development. One of the most effective ways to obtain data is thru physical visit. The
proponent would have a first-hand experience of the current conditions of the area. This would help
create a solid opinion/analysis to support a plan of action. Explorative data can be supported by
information from the CLUP. Data regarding huge scale factors may support the researcher’s claims and
analysis to further formulate a concrete decision.
 The synthesis of the data collected would help determine how the proposed project would reach
the design process. The data collected should be carefully analysed and evaluated to ensure that all
factors that may affect the development are considered.

CHAPTER 3: TERMS OF REFERENCES

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

Reading and studying content that is similar or correlated to the research is vital as it provides
the proponent a possible basis. Related literature often offers the researcher a different take or
perspective to the proposed project. The content may also serve as reference to the current study and
help identify which items can be adapted into the project and which should be updated or revised.

TITLE: STUMBLING BLOCKS TO CREATING GREAT CIVIC CENTERS...AND HOW TO OVERCOME THEM

AUTHOR: Cynthia Nikitin

SUMMARY

Civic center are traditionally the center of most cities. It is a collection of infrastructures, areas or
spaces that is a forum for the public, a place where they can interact and do activities. Being in the
center of the city, most Civic Centers include local government buildings, supported by a cast of a
diversified set of infrastructures that offer services and activities. One of the common institutions that
are usually included in a civic center is a library. The library, together with other public-minded
institutions makes up a “Civic Center”.

One of the major issues that a Civic Center may face is its lack of public oriented ambiance. It
lacks the drive for activity and interaction resulting to low visits and poor atmosphere. Careful design
and planning is detrimental to a Civic Center. The designer should keep in mind the behaviour and
pattern of the users.

A study was made to identify the problems that Civic Centers are experiencing. A handful of
lessons came into existence thru analysis of the common issues that result to the failure of the civic
center.

1. IF YOU BUILD IT, MAKE SURE THEY COME

 According to the content of the article, the designer should create a series of programs or
activities that the public would partake. The said activities should be based on the study of the
public’s behaviour, preference, etc. This would ensure that the Civic Center would have patrons
because there are activities that they would entertain and gladly participate in.

2. FILL THE MISSING LINKS

Lesson two is about studying and familiarizing what the surrounding area may lack or have an
abundance of, what they offer and what they are possibly missing. Knowing the strengths and
the weaknesses of the surrounding area would give the designer the idea of what to include or
exclude in the proposed development.

3. GET FEET BACK ON THE STREET

Many modern civic centers discourage pedestrian activity because of too much vehicular
involvement. Some civic centers eliminate the sense of activity for pedestrians because the civic
center accommodates vehicles more than pedestrians. This kind of scenario would result to low
activity rate and lack of interaction in the civic center.

4. WHAT’S IN A NAME? EVERYTHING

A strategy being proposed to increase the effectiveness of the civic center is to give it a name
that would be catchy and consistently remind the users of its branding.

To know the possible issues regarding proposing a civic center, the proponent knows what
measures to take to ensure the success of the development. The study regarding what would make a
civic center effective is essential to the proposed project.

TITLE: ECONOMIC GROWTH AND DEVELOPING WORLD CITIES: THE BENEFITS OF URBAN CLUSTERING

AUTHOR: STEFANIE KNOLL

SUMMARY

The article tells its readers how urban clustering has benefited the development of communities
into major economic contributors. Many families or individuals have chosen to settle in urbanized areas
because it offers a lot of opportunities, amenities and services. This has been the case for most
developing countries because urbanized areas are seen as places that offer jobs and other services that
may not be found in rural areas.

The study has also shown how productive cities attract more workers. A community with a huge
number of workers would equal to further economic growth. This would benefit the developing city to
grow more and more as it attracts workers and families to settle.

The study deems applicable to the municipality of Taytay. As the municipality shifts its focus from
agricultural into a more commercial and tourism oriented land use, urbanization is on its way. Taytay has
been on the rise in terms of economic growth among the municipalities in the Philippines. As
commercial and tourism oriented facilities/institutions develop in Taytay, it would develop more workers
and settlers that would further contribute to its economy. Taytay has also been affected by the
urbanization sprawl of surrounding cities such as Taguig, Pasig and Ortigas Commercial District. Taytay
being a gateway to those cities became a hotspot for development as well.

The study also shows the proponent on how to handle the development to contribute and suit
to the current situation of the municipality of Taytay, Rizal. A development that would offer more
opportunities and would cater development would attract more people to invest and move to the
municipality. This would eventually result into a larger work force and ultimately contribute even further
to the development of Taytay.
CASE STUDY

The proponent shall gather vital information of the proposed project thru case studies. To study
existing research

PASIG CITY CIVIC CENTER

Thru the city’s urban renewal project, led by then first time elected Mayor Bobby Eusebio, Pasig
City has built several institutions and infrastructures that helped the city grow into one of the most
developed cities in the Philippines.

One of the projects of the urban renewal is its Civic Center. The Civic Center of Pasig City is a
collection of different buildings that have developed thru the years. The civic center then lacked a
rational master plan, urban design and landscape architectural direction. It was the result of the ever
changing administration in Pasig; it lacked the consistency and concern in the development. That
changed under the term of Mayor Bobby Eusebio. The mayor redeveloped the city civic center and gave
it a new purpose. The civic center was cleaned and its planning was rationalized giving way for open civic
spaces and better circulation and relationship amongst its buildings. The revitalized civic center was
composed of buildings such as the Tanghalang Pasigueno, which is a convention center and auditorium
that was used for the city’s cultural and civic events. Another structure in the civic center is the improved
Pasig Market. The market became a landmark in Pasig and its surroundings became a hotspot for
development. Pasig Market and the Tanghalang Pasigueno is connected to the original city hall of Pasig
thru a road lined with trees and elevated pedestrian walkways. A part of the complex was also
developed into a park that hosts amenities like fishponds, cafes and vine covered trellises. Overall, the
revitalization of the Civic Center proved beneficial to the citizens of Pasig. The once crowded and
concrete civic center was rejuvenated into a green, people-friendly environment that encourages
growth, activity and development.
 The Pasig City Civic Center shows us the benefits and importance of project/institutions that
encourages human activity. This helps in the development of the citizens and its surroundings. The civic
center in Pasig also shows how creating open civic spaces create a more interactive environment in a
development. The redevelopment of the planning of buildings in the civic center proved useful to its
effectivity and contributed to the functions and circulation of the civic center. This tells the proponent on
how to treat the planning of the proposed development with great consideration.

One of the biggest points to consider in the Pasig City Civic Center is how it turned into an
environmental friendly community. It brought upon several advantages like improved pedestrian
interaction. It also gained more opportunities as it became more attractive because of its resurgence
from its former grey and concrete-filled development into a more nature integrated civic space.

MARIN COUNTY CIVIC CENTER

The Building was the last building that Frank Lloyd Wright was commissioned and it was the
largest public structure that he designs. The exterior of the building has pink stucco walls, blue roof and
arc windows and the long interior corridors and filled with plants. Large openings allow the fresh air to
circulate inside the building.

The Concept of the building was organic architecture, and Frank Lloyd Wright with his style of
horizontal structure made this building a master piece. In the original plan of Frank Lloyd Wright the
color of the roof was gold and after Wright’s death, his wife had to take the decision to paint the roof
into light blue for the reason of the color was mix and fits to the environment.

The roof has a semi-circular shape allowing daylight pass through the building, and also he put a
glass roof in the middle of the corridor also to have a passive lighting to building. The civic center also
has a gold spire that serve as a radio transmitter and air vents and plant’s chimney. And other structures
like small post office has an elliptical building near entrance features elliptical lobby.

This project was one of the strongest projects of his career in that it countered the traditional to
bring architecture closer to nature and to its users.
 Thru the study of how Frank
Lloyd Wright has integrated the Marin
Country Civic Center into its
surrounding can be applied to the
proposed project as well. The mastery
of how the building have synthesised
with its environment can be adapted
and prove useful to the proposed
project. The site has a reach existing
environment that the proponent should
carefully consider into planning. Thru
careful analysis and design, the
proponent could positively make the
environment an asset to the design and
the economic aspect of the
development.

CHAPTER 4: DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS

SITE INVENTORY

SITE DATA
 Taytay’s climate has been classified as Type I under the Coronas Classification, meaning it has
two pronounced season. Dry from November to April and wet during the rest of the year. Taytay
averaged three to five tropical cyclones in three years. An approximate of 2,000 mm of rainfall has been
tallied throughout the year. It varies from 1900 mm coming from the western part of Taytay and 2500
towards the eastern highlands.
*A table showing the temperature of Taytay, Rizal on a monthly basis.

The majority of Taytay, Rizal has low erosion hazard zones because a huge part of the
municipality is flat areas (excluding Brgy. Dolores that is towards the boundary of Antipolo City). Flat
lands have lower probability of soil erosion compared to sloppy terrains which are highly susceptible to
erosion and landfall.
 A huge part of Taytay, Rizal has high susceptibility to flooding to the surrounding more elevated
terrain of Antipolo City and some parts of Cainta. Taytay becomes a basin for floodwater during heavy
rains. The proximity of the Manggahan Floodway to some areas reduces their hazards to flooding.

Taytay’s core has low to no susceptibility to landslides as sloping and hilly terrains are at a safe
distance. Majority of Brgy. San Juan has level or nearly level slope. It does not require much provision
unlike the sloppy terrains of Brgy. Dolores that is towards Antipolo City.
As can be seen in the Slope Map, majority of Taytay, Rizal has 0-2.5% slope. An almost flat area does not
require much provision and maintenance making it an eye candy for developers and investors. The lack
of slope also removes/lessen the hazards of soil erosion and landslides. Sloppy areas that can be seen in
the map are areas that are towards the uphill of Antipolo City.

SITE SELECTION

Thru careful data gathering and research, three possible sites were able to be located by the
researcher. The three possible sites contained aspects and characteristics that could possibly hold the
proposed Municipal Civic Center.

SITE: Don Hilario Cruz St. Brgy. San Juan, Taytay, 1920 Rizal.
Landmarks: Taytay Municipal Hall, Club Manila East Resort, BAGPI Garment Center.
Land Area: 48,420.90 m2 (Approximately 5 Hectares)
Site: KM 22 Manila East Road, Brgy. Dolores, Taytay, 1920 Rizal (former Napocor Substation Site)
Landmarks: SM Taytay, Manila East Medical Center, Sisters of St. Paul of the Chartres
Land Area: 49,990.48 m2 (Approximately 5 Hectares)

Site: KM 23 Ortigas Avenue Extension, Taytay, Rizal (former Mitsubishi Philippines)

Landmarks: Panasonic Manufacturing Philippines Corporation, Valley Gold and Country Club
Total Area: 101,045.98m2 (Approximately 10 Hectares)
SITE SELECTION CRITERIA

Presented below is a table that contains criteria designed to determine the best possible site to
use in the project. The criteria is composed of points to consider to show the pros and cons of the
selected sites and help decide on which site is best to use in this project.

Natural, Environmental Remarks

and Physical Factors
a. Land Area/ Lot
size
b. Accessibility
c. Topography
d. Vulnerabilities to
natural hazards
e. Existing
Vegetation
Socio-Economic and
Cultural Factors
a. Site Potential
b. Accessibility to
Main Roads
c. Accessibility to
Important Existing
Facilities
Legal, Institutional,
Administrative and
Aesthetic Factor
a. Proper Land Use
and Zoning
b. Compatibility
with Adjacent
Land Use
c. Land Cost

Site 1: Don Hilario Cruz St. Brgy. San Juan, Taytay, 1920 Rizal.

Natural, Environmental and Remarks

Physical Factors
a. Land Area/ Lot size The first site that was selected is suited and is large enough for the
proposed project. It is also surrounding by other open areas that
may be open for possible expansions or future developments.
b. Accessibility The site has multiple access roads. The site can be reached thru
tricycle, multi cab and private vehicles. Walking and biking is highly
recommended and suitable.
c. Topography The site has a flat soil. No steep elevations that may need attention.
d. Vulnerabilities to natural The site is not prone to flooding and the soil is healthy. No
hazards surrounding areas that may cause landslides.
e. Existing Vegetation The site has high amount of wild vegetation caused by lack of
maintenance
Socio-Economic and Cultural
Factors
a. Site Potential The site has huge potential because of the following factors: a.
Municipal and Administrative Buildings adjacent to the site, b. Huge
land area open for possible expansions and future developments, c.
Huge tourism and commercial potential, d. Access to the Laguna
Lake Highway (also known as C6.)
b. Accessibility to Main The site has access to Access thru C6 (Laguna Lake Highway), Ortigas
Roads Avenue Ext., Manila East Rd and Rizal Avenue, all being major roads
in Taytay, Rizal.
c. Accessibility to Taytay Municipal Hall, TESDA, BIR, Taytay Public Market, Police and
Important Existing Fire Station, SM Taytay, Puregold Taytay.
Facilities
Legal, Institutional,
Administrative and Aesthetic
Factor
a. Proper Land Use and According to the land use map, the site is under tourism and
Zoning commercial use. Suitable for the proposed Municipal Civic Center
b. Compatibility with The project suits the land use and complements surrounding
Adjacent Land Use developments.
c. Land Cost The site is owned by the Club Manila East. Actual Land Cost may not
be disclosed to the public.

Site 2: KM 22 Manila East Road, Brgy. Dolores, Taytay, 1920 Rizal

Natural, Environmental Remarks

and Physical Factors
a. Land Area/ Lot The site has almost the same land area as the first site presented thus also
size being large enough to hold the proposed project.
b. Accessibility The site is easily accessible. Being located on the highway, it can be reached
with public transportation.
c. Topography Despite being located in a sloped area, the site has established flat areas
because of the structures that was once located in it.
d. Vulnerabilities to The site is not prone to flooding and the soil is proven to accommodate
natural hazards structures.
e. Existing Wild vegetation has appeared in the site since being obsolete.
Vegetation
Socio-Economic and
Cultural Factors
a. Site Potential The site has huge potential to develop. It has huge land area and its
location offers certain advantages.
b. Accessibility to The site is accessible to the Highway that leads to a major rotunda that
Main Roads accommodates several cities and municipalities. Also has an access to a
minor road leading to downtown Taytay.
c. Accessibility to The site has access to nearby Manila East Medical Center, SM Taytay and
Important Existing Taytay Public Market.
Facilities
Legal, Institutional,
Administrative and
Aesthetic Factor
a. Proper Land Use According to the proposed land use plan of Taytay, the site falls under
and Zoning Commercial land.
b. Compatibility The project is compatible to the surrounding areas.
with Adjacent
Land Use
c. Land Cost Land cost is not disclosed. Lot is owned by Napocor.

Site 3: KM 23 Ortigas Avenue Extension, Taytay, Rizal (former Mitsubishi Philippines)

Natural, Environmental Remarks

and Physical Factors
a. Land Area/ Lot In comparison to the two other sites, Site 3 has double the land area. It can
size be used for a bigger development and may host possible future
developments.
b. Accessibility The site is accessible via Ortigas Avenue Extension, can be reached via
public transportation but highly susceptible to heavy traffic at times.
c. Topography The site has also flat land having been used as industrial land.
d. Vulnerabilities to The site is not prone to flooding.
natural hazards
e. Existing Wild vegetation has also surfaced due to the lack of maintenance since its
Vegetation abandonment.
Socio-Economic and
Cultural Factors
a. Site Potential Huge land area presents a lot of potential for different kinds of
development.
 b. Accessibility to Accessible via Ortigas Avenue Extension
Main Roads
c. Accessibility to Primark Town Center, Walter Mart Taytay, STI Ortigas-Cainta
Important Existing
Facilities
Legal, Institutional,
Administrative and
Aesthetic Factor
a. Proper Land Use The site is zoned as commercial land according to the proposed land use
and Zoning plan.
b. Compatibility The project is compatible to its vicinity but may affect the commercial
with Adjacent aspect of the project.
Land Use
c. Land Cost The site is owned by Mitsubishi Philippines, land cost not disclosed.

As a result of careful analysis of the criteria and the remarks for each given site, Site 1 has been
chosen. It stands out among the other two because its location in the CLUP suits the proposed project. It
also offers more flexibility than the other two. The chosen site also raises a lot of potential. One of the
biggest assets the chosen site has offered is its adjacency to the New Municipal Building of Taytay, Rizal.

SITE JUSTIFICATION

Site 1: Don Hilario Cruz St. Brgy. San Juan, Taytay, 1920 Rizal.

The site presents several advantages that make it the best choice for the Municipal Civic Center.
One of the biggest advantages presented by this site is its location. According to the proposed land use
plan, the site is located in a Tourism/Commercial Zone. The zoning suits the project and complements its
adjacent developments and infrastructures. The vicinity was also declared as Commercial Growth Node
as it also hosts the renowned Taytay Tiangge that is the biggest contributor to the Economic growth of
the Municipality of Taytay. The famed tiangge sky rocketed Taytay to become the most competitive
municipality in the Philippines.

The site chosen also has the biggest potential out of the three competitors. With the opening of
the Laguna Lake Highway (C6), the site is easily accessible to the surrounding cities thus further
increasing its commercial and tourism value.

MICRO SITE DATA

As seen in the site map, vegetation is surrounding the area. It can be utilized to become an asset
of the development. An existing development is also to be considered in the design as it greatly affects
the proposed project. It should be taken into consideration to create harmony and be a positive impact
in the development.
 The main access road, Don Hilario Cruz has two entry points. One of two entries led to Rizal
Avenue, a major road in Taytay, Rizal. Upon entry thru Rizal Avenue, people would go past the TIangges
of Taytay, Rizal. The road is spacious and lined up with trees, giving out an atmosphere of calm and
tranquillity. The road (Don Hilario Cruz) is also known as a jogging path for Taytay joggers in the early
morning. The other entry point of Don Hilario Cruz leads to the Manggahan Floodway and Laguna
Lakeshore Highway. This can be used as access point from neighbouring cities like Taguig and Pasig. Don
Hilario Cruz has also an access to Highway 2000 that may lead to downtown Taytay. Highway 2000 is
known to be an alternate route to reach Uptown Taytay and avoid the on-going constructions and thin
road network of Taytay, Rizal.

*Current Site Condition

*Street View of the Site

*View from Municipal Hall

The current situation of the site is shown in the photos above. It shows the state of the
vegetation surrounding the proposed site. As seen from the photos, the site has a flat surface and is
ready to be developed. The vegetation may be utilized to be a positive aspect in the design. The road is
spacious and may accommodate a multitude of vehicles. Sidewalk may be improved in order to provide a
better experience to the users and would help encourage a walkable environment. Parking for vehicles
and motorcycles is a current problem in the Municipal Hall. The proposed project may help provide
decongestion and provide proper parking for the vehicles.

It is important to determine the sun and wind paths in the site. This may help in planning the
orientations of the building to maximize natural ventilation and lighting to reduce budget for mechanical
provisions for user comfort.
SITE ANALYSIS

SWOT ANALYSIS

1. Huge land area to accommodate proposed Municipal Civic Center (Approx. 5 Hectares)

Having a huge land area makes the project more flexible and allows more room for revisions and
opportunities to develop the site.

2. Site is under the category of Tourism and Commercial according to the proposed Land Use Plan.

The site perfectly suits the proposed project and complements the existing Municipal Hall.

3. Lot adjacent to the Municipal Hall of Taytay, Rizal.

Being located adjacent to the Municipal Hall, the project’s objectives and vision is would be
achieved easily.

4. Safe distance from residential establishments.

Free from noise pollution and overcrowding.

1. Lack of lamp posts in the road between the proposed site and Tiangges.

This weakness will decrease the effectiveness of the proposed Civic Center during night time.

2. Unmaintained vegetation in the site.

The site looks too primal if the vegetation would not be treated and utilized properly.

3. Façade of the proposed site is being used as parking.

Without proper relocation and ordinances regarding parking in the area, the proposed
development would be greatly affected.

4. Closed entry

One of the roads surrounding the site is blocked by a closed gate.

From Laguna
Lake Highway

From Laguna From Highway

Lake Highway 2000

1. The area has many open and undeveloped lots/spaces for possible expansion or future
developments. With a positive population growth rate, expansions may be needed in the future.

2. Access from Laguna Lake Highway (C6) this highway easily connects Taytay, Rizal to nearby cities
like Taguig, Pasig and Makati. Providing the people with an alternative route and avoiding the
traffic in Ortigas.

3. Multiple entrances/exits. This would allow a more flexible circulation if properly organized.
1. Traffic and poor circulation of vehicles and pedestrian during Tiangge Nights.

-Congestion in the Market Road going to Highway 2000 during Truck passing hours.
-Daily traffic via Barkadahan Bridge caused by Ortigas rush hour.
-Poor rerouting scheme going to Muzon proper downtown Taytay.
-Inexperienced traffic enforcers manage traffic, causing more delays and congestions.
USER ANALYSIS

DEMOGRAPHIC DATA OF EXPECTED USERS

The table shows data of the population of Taytay, Rizal. Total population would be a huge factor in
planning for spaces and overall design of the project. Many aspects of the design rely on the
demographic data of the target users as it will dictate how big or how small a certain area would be.
Demographic data should be properly analysed to produce and design a project that would be suitable
to its target users and ensure that it wouldn’t be too big or too small for the users. With the
demographic data presented, the proponent could compute for the possible area of spaces. This would
result to a fitting design for the users enabling comfort and increases how effective the project would be.

The data shows that a huge part of the population of Taytay, Rizal is from San Juan. The location of the
site is located in San Juan, giving it the largest possible market on barangay level. With the data available,
the proponent can compute for the possible area
and visualize how the site would be utilized.

The chart shows the population of Taytay, Rizal by

age group. This would help determine what age
group would most likely be the users of the
proposed project and help provide provisions and
considerations for them. According to the data
given, the age group 5 to 9, 10 to 14, 15 to 19 and
20 to 24 are the dominant age group of Taytay.
The data tells the proponent the age group that
would most likely use the proposed project. Kids
to Young adults would have dominant presence in
the proposed Municipal Civic Center that tells the
proponent on how design the project to
accommodate the dominant age group while also
considering the less dominant age group.
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Identifying the hierarchy of personnel will give the proponent of who would supervise and
manage the infrastructures in the proposed development. The organizational chart would help
determine the relationship of each space that is being demanded by a certain personnel/user. It will also
help identify the possible expected number of staffing requirements based on the research undertaken.

LIBRARY

The organizational chart of the library was adapted from existing institutions. The organizational
chart was simplified to present a basic representation of the hierarchy in the library. The chart shows a
library administrator at its head. The library head is supported by a board of directors that overview the
operations and activity of the library. The library is supported by the administrative assistant as it
supervises different divisions of the library.
EVENTS CENTER

COMMERCIAL AREA
 MUNICIPAL BUILDING ANNEX

TOURISM OFFICE
Shown above are organizational charts of the proposed institutions within the Proposed Civic
Center. The organizational charts adapted are from established developments. The charts show the
hierarchy for each of the developments and its correlation to each other. With the data stated above, the
proponent may start enlisting possible spaces to accommodate the users.

The events center organizational chart shows sets of personnel that would manage and help the
development to be effective. The organizational chart of the events center is divided into different
sectors that would oversee the activity within the building. The sectors are made up of different divisions
that would handle given tasks and responsibilities to ensure an effective event center.

Like the Events Center, the commercial area is also composed divisions that would supervise the
operations within the area. The staff would manage different matters within the commercial area to
maintain order and circulation.

The Municipal Building Annex organizational chart is composed of the offices that are to be
transferred from the old municipal building. It would be headed by a supervisor that reports to the
Municipal Mayor.

Being backed by the local government of Taytay, the organizational charts of the proposed
infrastructures within the development would converge under the supervision of the Municipal Mayor.
 BEHAVIOURAL PATTERNS

Determining the behavioural patterns of the users will guide the proponent on how to design
the areas that the target users may occupy or demand. It will also help the proponent on how the spaces
should be treated according to its use and relationship to each other in regards to the patterns
presented.

------------ - DIRECT

- - - - - - - - INDIRECT

The behavioural pattern shown above is an estimate of the possible activities/pattern a student
may undertake during a visit to a library. The pattern shows the basic activity that a student may undergo
during the visit. The student may arrive and be dropped off thru the public vehicular drop off and would
have to traverse the plaza in order to
reach the library. Another possibility
is drop off thru private vehicular
access that immediately drops the
student to the library, a possibility of
parking a vehicle before entering the
premises of the library is also
considered. Upon entering the
library, the student has a specific
task in mind, to study/research.
Other activities can be considered
such as raising concerns to the
admin, use of computer facilities.

The pattern for library staff

may be similar to the student’s in
terms of means of arrival and drop
off but differs on the activity part.
The library staff goes to the library to
work and spends much more time in
the library resulting to more
possibilities in the activity pattern.
 Most buildings would have similar arrival patterns because of the proposed plan. The users
would have two options in terms of drop off. First is the public drop off. It would be placed on the front
area of the development and serves as the main entry of the civic center. The second is the individual
drop off that is included in the infrastractures. Its main target are private vehicles that would drop off the
users and may use the designated parking space. This is also used to directly reach a building without
walking thru the plaza.
 CHAPTER 5: ARCHITECTURAL PROGRAMMING

SPATIAL ORGANIZATION

The identification of spatial elements is essential to the design process. This contains data
according to research regarding the spaces that needs to be included in a structure and the capacity of
each space. The spatial elements also include factors like the quality of the space according to the
researched preference and behaviour. The parameters observed in each space are also included; this
would help the proponent design a space that would accommodate the ideal standards imposed.

SPATIAL IDENTIFICATION

STAFFING REQUIREMENTS

The staffing requirements was identified thru data and information researched thru
various standards and institutions. The staffing requirement that was applied was carefully
analysed thru a systematic basis thru the help of research and personal observation. The staff
requirement of the Municipal Building Annex was based from the current staffing of each
department/offices and was adjusted to accommodate an extensive amount of inquiries and
tasks. Other spaces such as the Library, Events Center and the commercial area were based from
standards that was researched and analysed. The staffing requirements were estimated to
accommodate the projected capacity/users.

SPACE IDENTIFICATIONS

The identification of spaces was made possible thru the careful understanding and
comparison to existing developments/institutions that present relevant data to the proposed
civic center. The information gathered was adjusted to suite the projections of the proposed
project.

DEFINITION OF SPATIAL ELEMENTS

Spatial elements were defined into a qualitative and quantitative analysis. The quantitative
analysis contains the ideal area for the users and the possible furniture, fixtures or equipments they may
use or require. The data is carefully examined and computed to ensure user comfort and proper
circulation in the work area or space. The basis of the quantitative data was gathered from existing
standards and proponent’s own judgement. The qualitative analysis on the other hand tackles more of
the architectural expressions of the space. This contains the space’s quality in terms of ambiance,
planning, lighting, etc.

LIBRARY

NO. OF IDEAL FURNITURE/FIXTURES/ SUB- 30% ARCHITECTURAL

SPACE USERS/ TYPE AREA PER EQUIPMENTS TOTAL CIRCULATION EXPRESSION TOTAL
CAPACITY USER
CHAIR (3)
0.4sqm -Formal
ADMIN (1) 1.8sqm
TABLE(1) -Well lit and ventilated
0.9sqm
-Spacious
ADMIN OFFICE PRIVAT CABINET(2) 0.6sqm 7.9sqm 2.37sqm 10.27sqm
E -Provisions for
VISITOR (2) SOFA (1) appointments to be
0.8sqm 1.2sqm conducted in the room

COFFEE TABLE (1)

0.8sqm

CHAIR (11) -Conducive

0.4sqm
-Well lit and ventilated
TABLE (11)
STAFF AREA STAFF (11) WORK 1.2sqm 0.9sqm 31.46sq 9.438sqm -Spacious 40.9sqm
STATIO m
N CABINET (11) -Promote open planning in
0.6sqm offices to avoid basic office
stigma
 CHAIR (4)
SEMI 0.4sqm -Spacious
PRIVAT
REPAIR AND STAFF E/ 1.2sqm TABLE (4) 14.8sqm 4.44sqm -Well lit and ventilated 19.24sqm
UTILITY (4) WORK 0.9sqm
STATIO -Provisions for other
N CABINET (11) equipments
0.6sqm
-Spacious
-Well lit and ventilated
AUDIO VISUAL 40 PRIVAT 0.6sqm CHAIRS (40) 40sqm 12sqm -Provisions for podium 52.00sqm
ROOM E 0.4sqm -Provisions for PWD
-Well designed acoustics
SEMI CHAIR (20)
PRIVAT 0.4sqm -Well lit and ventilated
COMPUTER 20 E/WOR 0.6sqm TABLE (20) 38sqm 11.4sqm -Supervised 49.4sqm
AREA K 0.9 -Conducive
STATIO
N
CHAIR (15) -Formal
CONFERENCE 15 PRIVAT 0.6sqm 0.1sqm 24sqm 7.2sqm -Well lit and ventilated 31.2sqm
ROOM E TABLE(1) -Spacious
6sqm -Provisions for additional
seating
DIGITAL AND SAFETY -Secured
MICROFILM --- PRIVAT --- CABINETS/SHELVES (20) 12sqm 3.6sqm -Well lit and ventilated 15.6sqm
ARCHIVES E 0.6sqm -Well maintained
TABLE (15) -Comforting
READING AREA 150 OPEN 0.6sqm 0.9sqm 163.5sq 49.05sqm -Quiet 212.55sqm
CHAIR (150) m -Well lit and ventilated
0.4sqm -Orderly

STACKS, -Spacious
SHELVES, --- OPEN --- SHELVES (50) 30sqm 9sqm -Organized 39sqm
DISPLAYS AREA 0.6sqm -Well maintained

RECEPTION 1.2 sqm -Well lit and Ventilated

LOBBY IST (1) OPEN RECEPTION DESK (1) 15.2sqm 4.56sqm -Spacious 19.75sqm
2sqm -Accommodating
20 0.6sqm -

TABLE (1) -Comforting

PANTRY 10 SEMI 0.6sqm 2sqm 9.2sqm 2.76sqm -Well lit and ventilated 11.96sqm
PRIVAT COUNTERTOP (1) -Clean
E 1.2sqm

ESTIMATED TOTAL: 501.87SQM

The Library staff is divided into different tasks and responsibilities, this includes; Technical
Services, General References, Admin Services, Filipiniana Section, Cataloging, Indexing and
Documentation. The library is supported by library aides that help the personnel perform tasks and
maintain the library.

MUNICIPAL HALL BUILDING ANNEX

NO. OF IDEAL FURNITURE/FIXTURES/ SUB- 30% ARCHITECTURAL

SPACE USERS/ TYPE AREA PER EQUIPMENTS TOTAL CIRCULATION EXPRESSION TOTAL
CAPACITY USER
HEAD (1) SEMI 1.8sqm CHAIR (10) -Formal
PRIVAT 0.4sqm -Accommodating
OFFICE SPACE STAFF (9) E/ 1.2sqm TABLE (10) 31.6sqm 9.48sqm -Spacious 41.08sqm
WORK 0.9sqm -Well lit and ventilated X7 OFFICES
STATIO CABINET (10) -Provisions for 287.56
N 0.6sqm appointments

15 PRIVAT 0.6sqm CHAIR (15) -Formal

CONFERENCE E 0.1sqm 24sqm 7.2sqm -Well lit and ventilated 31.2sqm
ROOM TABLE(1) -Spacious
6sqm -Provisions for additional
seating
-Comforting
WAITING AREA 150 OPEN 0.6sqm CHAIRS (150) 150sqm 45sqm -Organized 195sqm
0.4sqm -Well lit and ventilated
-Spacious
RECEPTION 1.2sqm -Well lit and Ventilated
LOBBY IST (2) OPEN RECEPTION DESK (2) 18.4sqm 5.52sqm -Spacious 23.92sqm
2sqm -Accommodating
20 0.6sqm
 CHAIR (4)
SEMI 0.4sqm -Spacious
PRIVAT
UTILITY ROOM STAFF E/ 1.2sqm TABLE (4) 14.8sqm 4.44sqm -Well lit and ventilated 19.24sqm
(4) WORK 0.9sqm
STATIO -Provisions for other
N CABINET (11) equipments
0.6sqm
CHAIR (3)
0.4sqm -Formal

TABLE(1) -Well lit and ventilated

0.9sqm
ANNEX SUPERVISO PRIVAT 1.8sqm -Spacious
SUPERVISOR R (1) E CABINET(2) 0.6sqm 7.9sqm 2.37sqm 10.27sqm
-Provisions for
SOFA (1) appointments to be
1.2sqm conducted in the room

COFFEE TABLE (1)

0.8sqm
ESTIMATED TOTAL: 567.19SQM

The municipal building annex serves as the extension of the adjacent municipal hall. It houses
the remaining offices that were in the old municipal building. The annex is composed of 7 departments;
OSCA, MPSO, GAD, SSS, NBI, LPRAO. The annex was proposed to centralize the administrative
departments of Taytay, Rizal and remove the hassle of travelling from the old to the new municipal
building. The municipal building annex would be managed by a supervisor that would report to the
municipal mayor.

COMMERCIAL AREA

NO. OF IDEAL FURNITURE/FIXTURES/ SUB- 30% ARCHITECTURAL

SPACE USERS/ TYPE AREA PER EQUIPMENTS TOTAL CIRCULATION EXPRESSION TOTAL
CAPACITY USER
-Spacious
-Can accommodate several
STALL 200 OPEN --- STALL 3.00m X 1.5m 900sqm 270sqm customers at once 1,170sqm
-Well lit and ventilated
-Provisions for (2) clerks
CHAIR (3)
0.4sqm
-Formal
TABLE(1)
0.9sqm -Well lit and ventilated

ADMIN OFFICE ADMIN (1) PRIVAT 1.8sqm CABINET(2) 0.6sqm 7.9sqm 2.37sqm -Spacious
E 10.27sqm
SOFA (1) -Provisions for
1.2sqm appointments to be
conducted in the room
COFFEE TABLE (1)
0.8sqm
CHAIR (9)
0.4sqm -Formal
-Accommodating
STAFF OFFICE STAFF (9) PRV/W 1.2sqm TABLE (9) 27.9sqm 8.37sqm -Spacious 36.27sqm
S 0.9sqm -Well lit and ventilated
-Provisions for
CABINET (9) appointments
0.6sqm
CHAIR (4)
0.4sqm -Spacious

MAINTENANCE STAFF (4) PRV/W 1.2sqm TABLE (4) 12.4sqm 3.72sqm -Well lit and ventilated 16.12sqm
AND UTILITY S 0.9sqm
-Provisions for other
CABINET (4) equipments
0.6sqm
CHAIR (6)
0.4sqm -Well lit and ventilated
SECURITY STAFF (6) PRV/W 1.2sqm 15sqm 4.5sqm -Spacious 19.5sqm
S TABLE (6) -Provisions for other
0.9sqm equipments

-Comforting
FOOD STALLS 20 OPEN --- STALL 2.5m x 2.5m 125sqm 37.5sqm -Well lit and ventilated 162.5sqm
-Clean
-Provisions for eating area
ESTIMATED TOTAL: 1,414.66sqm
 The space programming of the proposed buildings in the development would serve as the guide
and basis of the proponent in planning the spaces. The estimated total may change as the proponent
progresses in the planning phase. Spaces like hallways, toilets, storages are to be further added.

GRAPHICAL SPATIAL TRANSLATIONS

GENERAL SPATIAL ELEMENTS

The diagram shows the relationship of the buildings within the development. The illustration
visualizes the plaza as the center point of the development.

GENERAL MATRIX DIAGRAM ANALYSIS

 The matrix diagram shows the relationship between the spaces in the building. The diagram
came to be thru the research of the behaviour of the users towards the spaces. The matrix diagram was
carefully analysed to produce an outline that would ensure the user’s satisfaction and the overall
function of the building. The success of the spaces highly relies on the matrix diagram. The proponent
should be able to identify which spaces may or may not be placed together or nearby. The translation of
the user’s preference and the proponent’s knowledge of the subject matter play a vital role in the
construction of the matrix diagram.

As can be seen in the matrix diagrams shown above, the spaces are tagged whether it would
have a direct, indirect or null connection/adjacency to each other. This would guide the proponent on
how to orient the spaces in the building. The proper utilization of the adjacency or placement of the
spaces will determine how effective the spaces would become.

GENERAL BUBBLE OR BALOON DIAGRAM

 The bubble diagram further visualizes the possible planning of the spaces in the building. It
further highlights the relationship between spaces. Bubble diagrams give the proponent a preview of the
possible adjacency and placement of each space that would later become translated into a floor plan.

The bubble diagram shown above indicates the possible major spaces of each building. It is a
simple preview of what would be the basis for the floor plans. Supporting spaces such as hallways,
storages, comfort rooms are to be added. This would result to the addition in floor area and probable
construction cost.

CHAPTER 6: ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS

 Determining what environmental systems would be applied in the proposed project is a huge
factor in the success and longevity of the development. Aspects like efficiency and safety is greatly
considered as the proponent chooses the environmental systems to be incorporated in a project. The
systems are categorized into different concerns; structural, electrical, mechanical, fire fighting, sanitary,
waste management and landscape. Each of these systems is vital and should be carefully considered.
STRUCTURAL SYSTEM
The structural system is a kind of system that is designed and assembled to support and carry
loads. It is a system that will transfer the load to the different kinds of structural members (columns,
beams, frames, etc). Structural systems will determine the stability and durability of the structure.
WAFFLE SLAB SYSTEM

Waffle slab is
a type of slab
construction
component which
contains a grid like
system called ribs.
The ribs are laid in a
perpendicular
manner to each
other with an equal
depth. The load of
the ribs is
transferred to a
column head or a beam.

Waffle slabs
are mostly used for
structures that have
huge floor areas. The
system is mostly
applied in theatres,
auditoriums, and
airports. Waffle slabs
can accommodate
large spans and
lessens the number
of columns that
interferes with the
spaces.
The voids in
the waffle slab are
created by the use of
polystyrene pods.
The grid system
serves as internal
beams for the slab.

Waffle slab system is chosen for the project because it offers great advantages and suits the
chosen site for the development. Waffle slabs are best used in sites that are almost flat and have a
natural soil or controlled fill. The descriptions stated can be found in the chosen site (refer to site data).
Spaces like the events center and library may require large open spaces. Waffle slab system
offers larger spans of slab and floor with less number of columns to interfere with the space. This would
allow large spaces to be applied in the design and would offer more flexibility to the proponent.
 Waffle slabs are also more economical as it demands lesser construction cost. It is also faster to
construct compared to other slab systems. As can be seen in the examples above, waffle slabs can be
also used as aesthetic factor when the soffit is exposed. Waffle slabs also results to lower building height
because the utilities can be placed in the voids in the rib. This advantage would benefit the proposed
design of limiting building height due to design considerations.

Although Waffle Slabs

offer many advantages, it also has
its disadvantages. Waffle slabs
require a special type of formwork
to achieve the grid system and its
voids. The construction also
requires the strict supervision of
skilled labourers/workers. This
may pose as a problem because of
the unfamiliarity of Filipino
construction to this type of
system.

Cable System

A cable structure is a type of

structure that utilizes cables to support
or transmit the major loads of the
structure. In conventional structures,
concrete columns are usually used to
support the self-weight of the
structure as well as the downward
loads but there are cases where this
system is undesirable.

CURTAIN WALL SYSTEM

Curtain wall systems are non-structural cladding systems for the external walls of buildings. They are
generally associated with large, multi-storey buildings.

Curtain walls separate the interior from the exterior, but only support their own weight and the loads
imposed on them (such as wind loads, seismic loads, and so on) which they transfer back to the primary
structure of the building. This is in contrast to many forms of traditional construction in which the
external walls are a fundamental part of the primary structure of the building.

Typically curtain wall systems comprise a lightweight aluminium frame onto which glazed or opaque infill
panels can be fixed. These infill panels are often described as 'glazing' whether or not they are made of
glass.

Curtain wall systems emerged in the 19th century with the development of large glass panels and
became more common from the 1930's when aluminium was made available as a construction material
for the first time.

They are now closely associated with the modernist movement and in particular, the International style,
which became popular in the middle of the 20th century. This was an ornament-free, stark form of
modernism, characterised by the repetition of units and the extensive use of glass. It is a style that is still
in widespread use for tall buildings in cities around the world.

Curtain wall systems can be custom designed and manufactured, but are often manufacturer's
proprietary systems that can be bought 'off the shelf'. Custom-designed systems are generally only cost
effective for larger buildings.

Curtain walls can adopt a 'stick' system, or can be unitised:

Stick systems are installed piece by piece on site, with the glazing inserted into the frame from the inside
or the outside depending on access conditions.
Unitised systems are pre-fabricated in modules off-site and delivered in panels. Unitised systems are
better able to exploit the benefits of factory condition manufacturing and quality control and require
lower installation time on site.
There are a wide range of possible infill panels for curtain wall systems, including:

-Vision glass (which may be double or triple glazed, may include low-e coatings, reflective coatings and
so on).
-Spandrel (non-vision) glass.
-Aluminium or other metals.
-Stone or brick veneer.
-Terracotta.
-Fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP).
-Louvres or vents.

Panels are often composites, with the facing materials bonded to, or 'sandwiching' an insulated core
such as polyethylene (PE) or polyurethane (PUR), a profiled metal core or a mineral core. See Metal
composite panels for more information.

Frame and panel designs are very complex, as they need to perform multiple functions:

-Transferring loads back to the primary structure of the building.

-Providing thermal insulation and avoiding cold bridging and condensation.
-Providing fire, smoke and acoustic separation. This is particularly difficult at joints between the curtain
wall system and interior walls and floors.
-Creating a barrier to water penetration.
-Accommodating differential movement and deflection.
-Preventing panels from falling out of the frame.
-Allowing for opening windows.
-Preventing the accumulation of dirt.
On tall buildings, access systems must be provided to allow regular inspection, maintenance, cleaning
and replacement (in particular, replacement of external seals).
Systems used to prevent the passage of water through joints (driven by pressure differences between
the inside and outside) include; face-sealed, water-managed and pressure-equalised (PE or 'rainscreen')
systems.

Pressure-equalised systems create a rebate between the internal and external gasket that is ventilated to
the outside so that there is no pressure difference between the outside and the rebate. As a result,
water is not driven into the rebate by a pressure difference that would otherwise build up across the
outer gasket. Any rain that penetrates the outer seal can be drained to the outside through the vents, or
weep holes. This is considered to be more reliable than face-sealed systems that attempt to create a
'perfect' seal which inevitably fails due to pressure-driven moisture.

Water-managed systems are similar to pressure-equalised systems, but there is no attempt to prevent
water penetrating the outer seal, and so the primary function of weep holes or drains is to drain water
rather than to allow pressure equalisation.

TENT AND MEMBRANE SYSTEM/TENSILE STRUCTURE

A tensile structure is a construction of elements carrying only tension and no compression or

bending. The term tensile should not be confused with tensegrity, which is a structural form with both
tension and compression elements.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electrical system of the building would have a critical influence on how the structure would
be maintained. The electrical system would have control on the lighting and other functions of the
building that requires electrical energy. The system control the overall power distribution on the
building.
The proposed project would adapt electrical systems from established and proven sources. The
system should undergo the evaluation and supervision of an electrical engineer to ensure the safety and
efficiency of the development.

*Typical Single Line Diagram of a building electrical distribution system

*Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey

MECHANICAL SYSTEM
The mechanical system is responsible for any services that requiring the use of machines. This
includes the plumbing, HVAC, escalator (If present) systems. The mechanical system also manages the
climate control in the building. The use of compressors, water chillers, boilers, pumps and generators fall
to the category of mechanical system.
The proponent should provide a mechanical system for the development that would result to
the safety and satisfaction of the users. Several established mechanical systems can be adapted and
applied to the development. The expertise of a mechanical engineer will be required in order for the
proposed project to progress further.
FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM
A system to control and extinguish fire hazards is important in every development. It ensures the
safety of the users and the development’s immediate vicinity. The proponent should provide an effective
fire fighting system incorporated into the building. The compliance to the fire code of the Philippines
should also be strictly implemented.

*Table showing building construction types according to “LIFE SAFETY SYSTEMS IN BUILDINGS.”
Several fire fighting systems/techniques can be studied and applied to the project. This would
help on keeping the users safe from the hazards of fire.
One of the biggest contributors to the fire fighting system is Fire Resistive Construction.
Materials that are resistive to fire would lessen the susceptibility to fire hazard. Fire resistive
construction may add to construction cost but is proven as good investment.

Fire
separation doors and proper signage can help in the
fire fighting system.
Fire hose outlets should be strategically placed throughout the environment and be readily available
during times of danger.
The sprinkler system is one of the most effective ways of fire fighting in a building.

*A typical sprinkler system

*Smoke alarm system

SANITARY SYSTEM
Sanitary is essential to maintain the cleanliness of the buildings and the development as a
whole. Good sanitation results to user’s satisfaction and is essential to the effectiveness of the proposed
project. Well maintained sanitation is also a factor in attracting and keeping possible prospects of the
development.

The proponent should be able to adapt an effective sanitation system to help maintain its
buildings and the environment. Many effective systems can be used in the project to help ensure the
cleanliness in the development.

A computed amount of
amenities for sanitation should
be provided within the buildings
and the development. This
would help keep the institution
clean.

WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Waste management is one of the most important aspects in the development. It affects the state
and attraction of the building and the development. Proper waste management and disposal should
carefully be imposed in every project. Sustainable waste management processes are available for the
proponent to adapt and apply to the proposed project.
In waste management the proponent should consider that waste still contains resources that are
valuable and can be utilized. Some materials have greater value when diverted compared to being
disposed. Imposing sustainable waste management also has its marketing value. The awareness of the
people to environmental conservation would create positive feedback to institutions with a good waste
management system. The proponent should already consider a solid waste management in the planning
phase to ensure a harmony in the design and the waste management system. Maintenance strategies
and ordinances should also be strictly implemented. The proponent could refer to the LEED (Leadership
in Energy and Environmental Design) for design strategies regarding effective waste management.
The proponent could include an on-site MRF (Material Recovery Facility) to help in the waste
management system.

LANDSCAPE SYSTEM

The landscape system involves the design and planning of the outdoor or open areas of the
building/development. It involves planning in regards of the aesthetic, environmental and socio-cultural
aspects. Landscape system may also define the overall planning of the site. Landscape system involves
the placement of landmarks and orientation of buildings in line with the extensive research about the
site and its components.

Choosing the right materials and components will affect the development in a huge way. The
proponent should carefully consider what would make the development effective thru analysis of the
preferences and knowledge about the available landscape systems to be used.

Interior gardens and plants produce many day-to-day

benefits, like mood boosting and memory enhancing
effects. Interior landscape design, also known as
"plantscaping", is much more than the act of bringing
plants indoors; it's actually about the strategic
placement and selection of plant species within an
architectural project to highlight and enhance aspects
of spatial design.
CHAPTER 7: DESIGN FRAMEWORK

The heart of a proposed development is its design framework. This contains the ideas,
philosophies and concepts that would give life to the project. With all the necessary information
gathered and analysed, the proponent now needs to translate the data and information gathered into
architectural expressions and ideas. The proponent should effectively produce a framework based on the
research data gathered; problem, opportunities, climate, site data, demography, preferences and so on.
The design framework would be the first step from conceptualization to application into technical
drawings.

DESIGN PHILOSOPHY

“The built environment has a huge impact on human health, social interaction, and our potential
for innovation. In return, human innovation pushes our buildings continually in new directions as
occupants demand the highest levels of comfort and functionality.”

-Ellen Rae Hoffer (Executive Vice President of Boston Architectural College 2002-2006)

One of the main goals of the proposed project is to promote the development and interaction of
the target market, the citizens of Taytay, Rizal. Thru the development of the citizens of a community,
opportunities and innovation arise. The proposed development aims to provide the citizens of Taytay,
Rizal an environment wherein they could develop thru interaction and information. The objective of the
development also branches out as a solution to the impending issues of the municipality. Thru this
project, the insufficiencies would be supplemented with solutions and would eventually be a factor to
the development of the citizens and the municipality in the long run. The proposed project is not only an
investment to structures and institutions but also an investment to the people and its potential for
success and innovation.

The synthesis of the objectives of this project (Supplement the insufficiencies, development of
the citizens, utilization of economic and tourism potential) would ultimately achieve or help attain the
goal of a proposed cityhood approval for the municipality of Taytay, Rizal.
DESIGN CONCEPT

To achieve the utilization of the commercial and tourism aspect of the municipality of Taytay, the
proponent adapted the concepts of Vernacular and Contemporary Architecture. The principles of
vernacular architecture are the use or integration of local construction materials and the reflection of
local traditions. The municipality of Taytay, Rizal being known as the Garments and Woodworks capital
presents a potential use of their renowned products/raw material. The integration of wood and
garments to the design presents an opportunity to exploit and showcase the mastery and quality of work
of the citizens of Taytay. This adds a huge factor in the tourism and commercial aspect of the
municipality and is being an asset to the goal at hand.
 The addition of the principles of contemporary architecture amplifies the objectives of the
project. The architectural character of contemporary architecture would present the capability of
modernity of the municipality. The use of contemporary architecture also enables the proposed project
to develop into a landmark of Taytay. An aesthetically pleasing development further fuels the
commercial and tourism potential of the municipality and enhances its bid for cityhood.

The synthesis of the two concepts would suit the proposed project’s goals. The integration of the
municipality’s biggest assets (Garments and Woodworks) to a contemporary setting would utilize the
commercial and tourism aspect of Taytay, Rizal.

SUB CONCEPTS

SOCIAL ARCHITECTURE

To enhance the probability of success, supporting concepts such as social architecture are to be
adopted. Social architecture focuses on the design of the environment/surrounding of the projected
users. Social architecture encourages the desired interaction/socialization that ultimately leads to the
project’s goals. The application of social architecture to the project may manifest thru how the spaces
are to be treated in order to promote activities that would encourage socialization with each other.

UNIVERSAL DESIGN

Universal design would focus on how to make the development available to all. The proposed
development aims to accommodate all sorts of citizens, them be elderlies or disabled. The readiness of
the project to be made available to those that requires extra consideration is a huge impact to its
effectivity. It brings positive impact feedback and publicity that would help in the project’s goal.
CHAPTER 8: MANNER OF FINANCING

The manner of financing contains information regarding the funding and budget of the proposed
project. The proponent should identify who would be financing the development and what kind of
arrangement would be agreed upon. The estimates of the cost to build the proposed development
should be projected for feasibility.

SOURCE OF FUNDING

The source of funding would come from a Public-Private Partnership. The local government and
a private sector is the targeted source of funding for the proposed project. Thru a legal basis from the
R.A 6957 (AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE FINANCING, CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS BY THE PRIVATE SECTOR AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES) the proponent shall
effectively propose the manner of financing. The local government of Taytay may select a private sector
thru bidding or endorsement. The local government would choose the private sector with the most
suitable and acceptable offer/bid.

GOVERNMENT AGENCIES THAT WILL FUND/HELP THE PROJECT:

 PAMAHALAANG BAYAN NG TAYTAY- The local government of Taytay would be the main source of
the proposed projects funding partnered with a chosen private sector.
 PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT OF RIZAL- to provide additional support to a proposed municipal
project within the province of Rizal.
 LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS (LGU) - LGUs that provide funding for local projects.
 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- Provide support to the proposed library in the civic center.
 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE- to develop an incentive program for the project
 DEPARTMENT OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY- for the further development of local products.
 NATIONAL ECONOMIC AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (NEDA) – to provide policies.
 DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT (DILG) – to ensure proper action of the
LGUs that may be involved in the project.

PROBABLE PROJECT CONSTRUCTION COST

According to the study conducted by Center for an Urban Future, in partnership with the
Citizens Budget Commission, the revealed median cost for construction of cultural buildings and
libraries is $960.00 per square foot. If it is to be converted into the Philippine standard it would
be roughly $89.18 per square meter (Php 4,637.21). Computed to the estimated area of the
buildings, the proponent could produce a probable project construction cost.

PROJECT: AREA: PROBABLE COST:

PUBLIC LIBRARY 501.87sqm PHP 2,327,276.5827+
MUNICIPAL BLDG. ANNEX 567.19sqm PHP 2,630,179.1399+
COMMERCIAL AREA 1414.66sqm PHP 6,560,075.4986+
EVENTS CENTER 563.55sqm PHP 2,613,299.6955+

The data stated above is a rough estimate based on a researched study. The total area of
the structures is still subject to change. The construction cost of buildings per square meter was
also estimated to become a basis to the probable project construction cost.

PROFESSIONAL FEES

The project is categorized by the UAP (United Architects of the Philippines) standards as
a Group-2 structure (Structures of moderate complexity of design requiring a moderate amount
of structural, mechanical and electrical design and research.) The architect is entitled to the 7%
of the project construction cost if the development would fall over the Php 50 million mark.
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