Saint Louis University

School of Engineering and Architecture

Department of Architecture
Bonifacio St., Baguio City, Philippines 2600

"AYDA PROPOSAL WRITE UP"

Group Members:
Cerezo, Nux Vommica

Chavez, Trisha Anne

Maglaya, Mikaella Eve

Suliva, Justine Lian A.

Sarcena, Althea M.

AR3111/D: Architectural Design 5

Ar. Myric Fagyan
Problem
One of the prevalent problems in the Philippines is sidewalk vendors. Instead of
having a safe space for people to walk, local vendors occupy most of the sidewalk
area, leaving inadequate space for people to walk safely. Due to the continuous rise of
inflation rates, poverty, as well as the population of the country, the lives of locals and
vendors are being compromised.

Objectives
● To provide a low-cost, sturdy, and buildable stall for vendors.
● To develop a solution that allows local vendors and traders to build and adapt
stalls quickly. These stalls should be adaptable enough to be placed promptly in
any area, even for short periods or special occasions, without compromising a
site's safety and space.

Significance in the Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-Being
The availability of easily constructed stalls decreases the initial cost
required by sellers to launch their enterprises. This financial relief can reduce
stress and improve vendors' mental health. This will allow merchants to explore
new places and events, creating more sales opportunities. This revenue
constancy improves vendors' economic security and general quality of life.
Moreover, it allows for the inclusion of a wide range of products.
Customers can discover new products, boosting their shopping experiences and
generating a sense of novelty. The presence of flexible stalls creates vibrant
community spaces that promote social interaction. These relationships positively
ripple effect on vendors and customers, generating a sense of community and
well-being.
Customers are more likely to trust and have confidence in small businesses
that prioritize cleanliness and sanitation. A robust sanitation plan on the other
hand is essential in food stall businesses as it helps prevent the spread of
infectious diseases. Vendors who use food stalls are subjected to health and
safety regulations requiring businesses to maintain specific hygiene standards.
Thus, promoting clean water and sanitation in the proposed stall can play a
pivotal role in improving the overall health and well-being of the community. By
maintaining clean and sanitized environments, businesses reduce the risk of
illnesses caused by bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens.

Decent work and Economic Growth

Proposed stalls provide self-employment opportunities and jobs for a
significant portion of the population, developing an economy. These stalls
require low-entry barriers, making them accessible to people with limited business
resources and skills. Stalls offer a means to earn livelihood and yield income for
families. Vendors and other entrepreneurs can acquire and enhance such skills;
marketing, customer service, financial management, and product knowledge
are valuable for future opportunities.

The proposed stalls can serve as a stepping stone for entrepreneurship so

that vendors can expand their operations and yield more formal businesses that
stimulate economic development. Local governments can also render revenue
through taxes and fees imposed on stall operations. The revenues can be
reinvested in infrastructure, public services, and economic growth. This will also
evoke the supply chain, benefiting local suppliers. Additionally, it will reduce the
percentage of poverty, improve people’s lives and lead an economy to the
extinction of hunger.

Reduced Inequalities
Proposed stalls offer affordable entry points for entrepreneurs from
different backgrounds, reducing inequality in business ownership by enabling
broader participation in economic activities. It supports local artisans and
small-scale business owners by focusing on their goods that address income
inequality within a city or population and boosting families' source of income. It
reduces inequalities by creating more job opportunities, generating revenue
circulating within the community, redistributing wealth, and reducing economic
inequality.

Food stalls act as a dynamic nexus between Sustainable Development

Goal 1 (No Poverty) and Goal 10 (Reduced Inequalities), intertwining poverty
eradication and equity enhancement. Through the provision of income
generation and micro entrepreneurship opportunities, food stalls empower
marginalized individuals, advancing Goal 1 by catalyzing steps toward poverty
reduction. Concurrently, by fostering skill development, promoting inclusive
employment practices, and embracing diverse workforces, these stalls become
potent agents in the reduction of inequalities, breaking down barriers and
forging pathways to social and economic progress, aligning closely with Goal 10.
The rich tapestry of culinary diversity they offer cultivates cultural exchange,
fostering comprehension among varied communities, thereby harmonizing the
aspirations of SDG 10 with the vital task of uplifting those contending with
poverty, thus embodying a pivotal linkage between these intertwined goals.

In addition to their significance for SDG 10, food stalls are intrinsically tied
to SDG 1. They directly contribute to poverty eradication by providing
income-generating avenues and micro entrepreneurial opportunities,
particularly for marginalized individuals who face economic challenges. These
stalls also create jobs and support local producers, promoting economic growth
and addressing poverty at the grassroots level. By fostering a sense of community
and belonging, food stalls indirectly aid individuals and families facing poverty,
providing social support networks. Therefore, food stalls play a multifaceted role
in achieving both SDG 1 and SDG 10 by addressing poverty and inequalities
through economic empowerment, skill development, inclusive practices, and
cultural appreciation.