CHAPTER 2.

Review of Related Literature

Related Literature

 Foreign

MICHAEL GRAVES SENTOSA ECO-RESORT SINGAPORE

Project Details:

Project Lead: Location:

Patrick Burke, AIA Sentosa, Singapore

Professional Credits: Size:

Associate Architect – DP Architects 49-hectare site, 3.5 million SF
Completion Date: Project 2012
Master Plan 2006

The 121-acre Resorts World Sentosa, an idea conceived by household name

Michael Graves, is the brilliant eco-resort built on an island off the coast of Singapore. A

multi-million square foot complex, the resort features six hotels, a casino, a convention

center, a waterfront auditorium, a spa, a marina, an animal park, retail and restaurants.

To compliment all this extravagant fun, the resort also features a number of sustainable

initiatives such as photovoltaic systems to provide power, and green roofs to insulate

the buildings.

Converging Tropical Landscape and Architecture

Well-defined open spaces and pedestrian and water routes organize the site and

create myriad outdoor experiences for the visitor, from dramatic views of the colossal

Merlion statue to the heritage forest or the waterfront. The resort’s character derives

from the landscape, use of water, and forms, warm natural materials and details

associated with tropical architecture.

A Comfortable Outdoor Experience

The casino, a multimodal transportation hub and back-of-house service centers

extend 3 levels and 45 feet below sea level, allowing visitors to have an unencumbered

pedestrian experience within the resort. EFTE canopies and eco-coolers using air

conditioning condensate keep visitors comfortable in the hot, humid and rainy climate

and contribute to the indoor-outdoor atmosphere of the resort.

Resorts World Sentosa Master Plan

Resorts World Sentosa Aerial View

STAR ISLAND BAHAMAS

S.T.A.R. stands for Sustainable Terrain And Resources. It is a private destination

using off-grid technology to power the entire island. We offer desirable and unique

experiences to visitors, while caring for the environment and educating people about

real possibilities in sustainable development. 

STAR Island is a working prototype for sustainable development, consistently

documenting and improving practices learned on site. Visitors will have first-hand

opportunities to see clean energy systems in use and learn about how they work. With

solar, wind and hydro systems in place, we deliver a true carbon-neutral operation. Our

staff is available to tour guests on the island, explaining how everything from
aquaculture to architecture is contributing to making this island a viable model for our

planet
Rooms
One Bedroom Mini Suite
 Private Bedroom with Two Double Beds

 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa

 Mini Kitchen with coffee and tea

maker, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher,

toaster, flatware

 Convenient Comforts include cable

TV, hairdryer, AM/FM alarm clock, DVD

Player, iron and ironing board

 Master Bedroom with One King Bed

 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa

 Private Balcony

 Washer & Dryer

  Bathroom with Whirlpool Tub

 Full Kitchen with coffee and tea maker, microwave, refrigerator, oven,

dishwasher, stove, toaster, cookware, flatware

 Convenient Comforts include cable TV, hairdryer, AM/FM alarm clock,

DVD Player, iron and ironing board

One Bedroom Condo

 Master Bedroom with One King Bed

 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa

 Private Balcony

 Washer & Dryer

 Bathroom with Whirlpool Tub

 Full Kitchen with coffee and

tea maker, microwave, refrigerator,

oven, dishwasher, stove, toaster,

cookware, flatware

 Convenient Comforts include

cable TV, hairdryer, AM/FM alarm

clock, DVD Player, iron and ironing

board
  Local

TAGAYTAY, CABINS

Located across Ayala Serin Mall in Aguinaldo Highway, Cabins by Eco Hotel Tagaytay

is the flagship property that opened in 2015, housing 16 guest rooms. It started as a

socio civic project with the aim of giving back to the local community. Cabins was built

to showcase how recyclables can be used to build a structure that uses home-made

bricks, sustainable wood for the façade and pinewood for the beds which are from

sustainable farming. It was a challenge to build the most comfortable rooms in small

spaces. The rooms were to emulate the cruise ship cabins, hence the name Cabins—

with limited space for the bedrooms. Each room is similarly configured to provide

soothing comfort in a compact, cabin type and functional space. All rooms are eco-chic
in design and the facade and interiors showcase upcycled materials and repurposed

furniture. 

Each room was designed to have a boxed bed that frames the huge window like a

picture frame-some rooms with a view of Taal Lake, and a cabin sized bathroom.

Biophilic design principles were applied by studying the natural airflow and lighting that

brought in nature to its interiors. Solar power has been installed on-grid, harnessing

power from the sun, and a rain water catchment is a source of water for cleaning and

landscaping. Artworks were mostly from upcycled and art cycled materials, showcasing

Filipino artists.

There are available common areas in all floors and board games that you can use for

free. Co-working spaces are also available. Every corner and detail in Cabins showcase

sustainability and environmentally friendly principles. At the roof deck, we have our

Mexican restaurant Chinampa Taqueria with the amazing view of the Taal lake while

enjoying your meal and drinks.

Rooms
STANDARD ROOM

The room boasts a view of the locality seen as a picture captured in a glass window.

DETAILS and AMENITIES

 Room good for 2 pax

 Queen Sized Bed

 Flat Screen Cable TV

 Air Conditioning
  Ceiling Fan

 En Suite Toilet and Hot/Cold Shower

 Wash Area

 Bathroom Amenities

 Bath and Hand Towels

 Service Water

GARDEN VIEW

The room boasts of a view of our home-grown herb garden seen as a picture captured
in a glass window.

DETAILS and AMENITIES

 Room good for 2 pax

 Queen Sized Bed

 Flat Screen Cable TV

 Air Conditioning

 Ceiling Fan

 En Suite Toilet and Hot/Cold Shower

 Wash Area

 Bathroom Amenities

 Bath and Hand Towels

 Service Water
LAKE VIEW ROOM

The glass window frames the scenic Taal Lake and the country’s smallest volcano

evoking breathtaking moments each time one looks out. Best to keep the blackout

curtains open during the day.

DETAILS and AMENITIES

 Room good for 2 pax

 Queen Sized Bed

 Flat Screen Cable TV

 Air Conditioning

 Ceiling Fan

 En Suite Toilet and Hot/Cold Shower

 Wash Area

 Bathroom Amenities

 Bath and Hand Towels

 Service Water

FAMILY ROOM

Spaciously configured, a separate single bed is provided for a third member and a

trundle for an extra person more. The view of our herb garden is an artwork captured in

a glass window.
DETAILS and AMENITIES

 Room good for 3 pax (maximum of 4 pax)

 Queen Sized Bed for 2 pax

 Single bed for third person

 Flat Screen Cable TV

 Air Conditioning

 Ceiling Fan

 En Suite Toilet and Hot/Cold Shower

 Wash Area

 Bathroom Amenities

 Bath and Hand Towels

 Service Water

Related studies and research

 Foreign

 Local

Synthesis of the related reviewed literature, studies and research.

https://ecohotels.com.ph/cabins/

https://www.michaelgraves.com/projects/resorts-world-sentosa-master-plan/

https://issuu.com/mgad/docs/resorts_world_sentosa_experience_bo