INTRODUCTION ON TROPICAL DESIGN

The strategic placement of architectural components in buildings and structures to adapt to the unique
weather, sun, and environment of the tropics is known as tropical design.

TYPES OF CLIMATES:

1. Tropical (Hot-Wet)

2. Dry (Hot-Dry / Dessert)

3. Moderate Climate – mild temperatures that can get hot during the summer. Average temperature
above 10 °C (50 °F) in summer and between −3 and 18 °C (27 and 64 °F) during winter.

4. Continental Climate – characterized by important annual variation in temperature due to the lack of
significant bodies of water nearby.

5. Polar Climate – characterized by a lack of warm summers. Average temperature below 10 °C (50 °F).

-The sun shines 24 hours in the summer, and none in the winter.

-Polar climate results in treeless tundra, glaciers, or a permanent or semi-permanent layer of ice.

DIFFERENT CLIMATES AND THEIR DESIGN STRATEGIES

1. HOT-HUMID CLIMATE: A hot-humid climate is generally defined as a region that receives more than
20 in. (50 cm) of annual precipitation and where one or both of the following occur: A 67°F (19.5°C)
or higher wet bulb temperature for 3,000 or more hours during the warmest 6 consecutive months
of the year; or A 73°F (23°C) or higher wet bulb temperature for 1,500 or more hours during the
warmest 6 consecutive months of the year.
- Maximize wind exposure
- Maximize internal airflow
- Minimize radiant heat gain

2. HOT-DRY CLIMATE: A region with less than 20 in of precipitation is often referred to as having a hot,
dry climate. (50 cm) of yearly precipitation and a year-round average monthly outdoor temperature
of at least 45°F (7°C).
- Minimize radiant heat gain
- Moderate wind resistance
- Moderate internal airflow

3. COOL CLIMATE: A region is considered to have a cool climate if it has more than 5,400 heating
degree days (on a basis of 65°F) but fewer than 9,000 heating degree days.
- Maximize thermal retention
- Maximize radiant heat gain
- Minimize wind resistance
4. TEMPERATE CLIMATE: Generally speaking, temperate climates are regions with moderate annual or
seasonal rainfall, intermittent drought, mild to warm summers, and cool to cold winters.
- Moderate thermal retention
- Moderate radiant heat gain-
- Slight wind exposure (for humidity control)-
- Moderate internal airflow

5. TROPICAL AND MARITIME CLIMATE: A tropical climate that is heavily impacted by the ocean is called
a tropical marine climate. Islands and coastal regions 10° to 20° north and south of the equator
typically experience it. A tropical marine climate has two distinct seasons: the wet season and the
dry season.
- Avoid heat gain
- Encourage natural ventilation
- Make use of natural light
- Create cool outdoor areas

PHILIPPINES FALLS UNDER THE CATEGORY OF TROPICAL MARITIME CLIMATE SINCE IT ALWAYS
EXPERIENCES THE WET AND DRY SEASON.

PROPOSED: 4 STOREY DORMITORY

LOCATION SITE: Inside South Point near Malayan Colleges of Laguna

The location site is near to a school, so we proposed a low-rise, 4-storey dormitory for easy access to
those students who are having difficulties traveling home. This can alleviate students' concerns as we
create a safe and welcoming environment within the building.

Here are some design elements to take into account for the suggested building's superior design:
 For avoiding the heat gain
- Position the structure to minimize the midday sun's rays especially in the hot sun.
- Use thermally insulating materials mass (as a general rule).
- Provide window and wall shade, especially any walls that are high thermal weight.
- Apply glazing to windows cannot be colored adequately. Use insulation, light-colored clothing,
and surfaces that reflect heat.

 To encourage natural ventilation

- Align the structure's windows direction of the dominant easterly winds.
- Include windows that can be opened ceiling openings that allow for constructing with natural
ventilation.

 Use natural lighting

- Install windows with shades.
- Install lighting and shady skylights tubes and alternative forms of daylight devices.

 Create cool outdoor areas

- Use deep eaves and verandas, balconies for cooling and shade air coming in.
- Make use of landscape to offer without obstructing cooling, shadow the utilization of planting
and winds ground temperature is decreased, and minimize heat reflection.

TOP VIEW OF THE BUILDING

DESIGN THAT CAN INSPIRED ON

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