Republic of the Philippines

SORSOGON STATE UNIVERSITY

Engineering and Architecture Department
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE
Sorsogon City

BEACH RESORT
HOTEL COMPLEX
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 5

1ST SEM. A.Y. 2022 – 2023

PREPARED BY:

JUSTIN R. GOLLOSO
BS ARCHITECTURE -3B
STUDENT

SUBMITTED TO:

AR. GARNER TED G. OLAVERE, uap, piep, msud

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR II
 A BEACH RESORT HOTEL COMPLEX

A CRAB INSPIRED BEACH RESORT

HOTEL COMPLEX

A Research Paper Submitted by:

JUSTIN RAMOS GOLLOSO

BS ARCHITECTURE 3B

A Research Paper Presented to:

AR. GARNER TED G. OLAVERE, uap, piep, msud

Assistant Professor II

SORSOGON STATE UNIVERSITY

Sorsogon City

An Undergraduate Research Study Submitted and Presented

To the Faculty of Engineering – Architecture Department of

SORSOGON STATE UNIVERSITY

Sorsogon City Campus

In Partial Fulfillment of the

Requirements for the Subject

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 5
1ST SEM A.Y. 2022 – 2023
Introduction

Tourism has been one of the most foreign exchange earnings in a country. A beach resort

to be exact, has been proven to be one of the most earners when it comes to local and foreign

tourist. And so, a Beach Resort Hotel Complex is to be constructed at Subic Beach, Calintaan,

Matnog, Sorsogon.

Along with these various tourist destinations highlighting the topographic beauty of Matnog

the historical attribute of the town is also very valuable and should be preserved and celebrated.

Historical sites around the world like the temples in Greece are renowned for its beauty and its

contribution to the body of knowledge of architecture. Preservation of historical sites is imperative

since it tells people the stories and teaches the present and future generation of timeless lessons

from the past.

A Hotel Complex is a commercially run establishment providing lodging and usually meals

for guests, and often containing a public bar. With regards to passive current state in the area,

design considerations are a must. Passive cooling and with accordance to local and national

codes and regulations.

With the popularity of travelling continuously rising, accommodations that can promote

cultural heritage and tourism, especially in a place like Matnog is a must. However, the proponents

widened the scope and added a beach hotel complex which has different activities and amenities

for people who want to unwind and detoxify from the negativities of the modern world. Albeit, the

researcher aims to create a secular environment in order to accommodate and respect the

different types of religion. Indeed, Matnog is a wondrous place to visit and a momentous town

that needs an iconic accommodation and retreat tourism complex.

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

We live in an era of modernity, where technology runs fast and human lives are barely

coping. As the time and technology ravage the history in most places, the town of Matnog remains
resilient in preserving their heritage. A hotel is an establishment providing accommodations,

meals, and other services for travelers and tourists. Establishment such as the proposed project

must be observed through the use of its building materials. Design considerations must be

followed for an effective design, especially buildings on an island where roads are not connected,

and is limited in every way.

Tourism is one of the economical earners for both local and national. A hotel complex is

one way to administer such development. And so, a proposed Beach Resort Hotel Complex is to

be conducted in Subic Beach, Calintaan, Matnog, Sorsogon.

STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

Tourism is one of the country’s top foreign exchange earners. The Department of Tourism

stated that tourism industry has contributed an annual average income of more than ten percent

(10%) of the Gross National Income.

With the abundance of natural attraction found within the archipelago and with the ever-

increasing foreign investors embark on a project that will bolster tourism in our country.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

The goals of the proposed project are the following:

• To develop a design that can coordinate with existing natural setting without disturbing

valuable resources.

• To develop a design with efficient operational facilities that will set the phase for the

tourism industry.

• To develop a design that will showcase Sorsoganon ingenuity and regional character.

• Complete building spaces that the client gave.

• Cost- effective and efficient.

• Sustainable design.

• Passive cooling is examined.

• Durable buildings and with accordance to local and national codes of the Philippines.
SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS

The scope of the project shall include the following facilities:

A. Resort hotel facilities

B. Sports and Health facilities

C. Outdoor R ecreational facilities

D. Cottages

E. Support facilities (to be shown on site development)

1. Maintenance and Repair building

2. Water treatment building

3. Electrical & Mechanical building Design Considerations

F. Natural environmental factors

1. Building Technology and Materials

2. Cultural Patterns and heritage

3. Active and Passive Cooling

4. Future sustainability

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE RESEARCH

This research would help with the construction of the said project as a whole. The information in

this research are probable solutions for an effective design of the proposed project.

To the workers. To help them navigate and fully understand what the project is for and the

complete setup base for the project.

To the local government officials. To have a documental proof of the project that met with the

required codes.

To the tourist. Give them relative information of the place they will stay.

To the future researchers. This project can be use as their relative references for their own

researches.

METHODOLOGY

On the process of designing the project, the researcher first navigates and look up where

the site of the project would be. All the details regarding geography on the area. Then

conceptualizes an idea as to which the said project will be based on. Design considerations are
also concerns since the said project will be conducted on an island with limited transportation and

materials.

Local and national codes must also be given considerations. After then the researcher

started filling up the necessary spaces that are needed and must have been hand drawn on a

tracing paper to be presented.

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

The Philippine Green Building Code

The Green Building Code implemented sustainable building regulations and greener

measures to address climate change. The Code, a Referral Code of the National Building Code

(Presidential Decree No. 1096) was launched on June 25 by the Department of Public Works and

Highways' partnership with International Finance Corporation of the World Bank group. The

general provision of the Code seeks to improve resource management efficiency and site

sustainability while minimizing the effects of buildings on human health and environment. These

include efficient use of materials, site selection, planning, design, construction, use, occupancy,

operation and maintenance, without increase in cost. The code stated that resources must be

used efficiently to meet the developmental and environmental needs of the present and future

generations.

Any person, firm or corporation or department, office, bureau agency or government

instrumentality planning to construct, alter, repair, or convert any building or structure, shall be

required to set aside and properly maintain areas for planting and maintaining trees and flora in

in addition to other requirements containing the total area of the project, lay-out of areas to be

planted and number of trees to be planted, taking into account of the ratio depending on the type

of occupancy. (Congress. Gov. ph/press)

Relevance:

Going Green or becoming environment – friendly became more than a trend, but a

responsibility. The Code made the proponent aware about the gamut of minimum standards and

general provisions that should be considered in planning and designing of the proposed Philippine

Exhibition Pavilion. This would help lessen carbon footprints in the building and will consider the

user’s right to have a cleaner and healthier environment.

St. Ignatius Spirituality Center (SISC)

Barangay Adecor, Samal, Davao City

This 24-hectare property is a place for prayer and reflection owned by Ateneo de Davao

University located in Barangay Adecor, in the Garden City of Samal where silent and individually-

guided retreats are accommodated. St. Ignatius Spirituality Center has six clusters and each

being composed of six cottages for the retreatants, a cottage for the retreat guide, an oratory and

a dining hall. Each cottage came with its own space for prayer and bed, shower, toilet and

veranda. A main chapel and a session hall are still being constructed. The center also provided a

paved 1.4-kilometer jogging trail for those who would want to exercise.

At St. Ignatius Spirituality Center, it is believed that a meaningful encounter with nature

can lead to a deeper relationship with God. Participants are introduced to nature by its picturesque

shoreline with rich mangrove and indigenous trees. It is also a home of variety of birds and the

best spot for the most scenic sunsets overlooking Mt. Apo and Davao City.

The center introduced sustainable strategies in resource management like rainwater

harvesting for non-potable use and reverse osmosis, making the tap water sourced from a spring

within the property to be potable. For sewage management, the Center employed a multi-chamber

septic tank system with phytoremediation where plants and microorganisms provided a natural

means of dealing with bacteria and pollutants. (addu.edu.ph/sisc)

Relevance:

The aforementioned retreat center provided a venue for solitude to those in need of

escape or relaxation and introduced participants to nature for spiritual direction. Discussed above

are amenities and activities held in the Center that gave the proponents an idea of the possible

space requirements and services for the proposed study where a place for retreat is included. In

addition, it also gave emphasis on resource management efficiency that could be used to lessen

the impact of development on the environment. The proposed study being expected to introduce

sustainability, the practices mentioned could give knowledge to the proponents.

Hotel de Oriente

Binondo, Manila

The hotel was considered as one of the crown jewels of Provincia de Tondo, known today

as Manila. It was a first - class hotel and many claimed that it was the first luxury hotel in the

Philippine islands.
 Hotel de Oriente was built in 1889 by Don Manuel Perez Marqueti. Spanish architect Juan

Jose y Arizmendi was commissioned to design the hotel at a cost of $100,000. It basically had

three floors with 83 rooms, stables for horses, an attic and a broad entrance. It was an elegant

building having seven bays along its front. Unfortunately, Hotel de Oriente met its demise during

World War II where it was destroyed by the bombing and shelling.

In 2013, Jose Rizalino Acuzar, the owner of

Las Casas Flipinas de Acuzar brought back the

history and beauty of Hotel de Oriente by developing

its replica which is now used as a site for conventions,

meetings, exhibits and shows. It has two large halls

that can accommodate 1,000 persons and four

function rooms named after the locales of Old Manila

namely, Claro M. Recto, Avenida Rizal, Blumentritt

and Sta. Cruz. The replica in Las Casas Flipinas de Acuzar became the venue for the Asia -

Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit (APEC) last 2015.

Relevance:

Being considered as the first luxury hotel built in the Philippines, Hotel de Oriente impelled

the proponents to bring back history by incorporating Spanish Colonial influences. The Hotel’s

ceiling details, walls and detailed carvings would serve as an inspiration in developing a design

concept to promote Filipino and Spanish styles. Even the original building being completely

destroyed, Hotel de Oriente’s façade details, spaces and fenestration would definitely give an

insight for the proponents in designing the proposed Beach Resort Hotel Complex.

Hotel Luna

Vigan City, Ilocus Sur

The hotel’s vision was to uphold Filipino

heritage and culture through arts. Being a

museum hotel, it gave people a chance to relate

back to their roots and heritage. Located in a

World Heritage Site Vigan City, Hotel Luna was

certified as the first and only museum hotel in the

Philippines. The hotel redefined the experience through its Spanish-era ambiance and location.

Most of the original structure was restored and transformed into a first-class museum hotel

featuring the artworks of Filipino national artists.

The hotel created a perfect fusion of classic details and modern amenities having 44

elegant rooms and 10 suites accommodations having intricate border and magnificent ceiling

details which are all user-friendly. It has its own function room with 11 classic chandeliers and its

azotea showcasing the beauty of Vigan’s skyline and neighborhood. An annex building opened

with 17 additional rooms, offered at lower rates. Plans of the hotel are carefully considered to

prevent congestion, such as the establishment of a central parking area. Facilities offered on the

said hotel include multi-cuisine restaurant, museum cafe, business center, function halls, gym,

atrium with swimming pool and other amenities catering one-of-its-kind hospitality and considered

as one of the best hotels in the world, being a partner of World Hotels. (hotelluna.ph)

Relevance:

Space requirements and activities of the hotel mentioned above gave the proponents an

insight on how to showcase cultural heritage by preserving its identity and creating a Spanish-era

ambiance. As part of the plan, the proposed Beach Resort Hotel Complex will incorporate a mini

museum. The article above will be used as a reference for its strategies in reliving a Spanish-era

ambiance for the tourists.

Hotel Albuquerque

Old Town, New Mexico

The hotel has embodied the New

Mexican culture, spirit and tradition. Travelers

are delighted with the distinctive blend of

historic grandeur and contemporary comfort of

the surroundings. It offers lodging, on-site

restaurants and bars, pool, wedding chapel and

an indoor and outdoor event space.

Hotel Albuquerque offers a variety of great services and amenities that created a great

home base for any New Mexico vacation. It is a great place for lodging and to discover New

Mexico history.
Relavance:

The proponents would incorporate the mentioned ideas to provide a rich and authentic

experience for the future users. Hopefully, the design would be known provide a sense of

tranquility and exhibiting an appreciation for the history and culture of the chosen site. Similar to

the aforementioned Hotel Albuquerque, the proposed Hotel Beach Resort Complex will provide

the best venues for its visitors and will have everything a tourist would want from Matnog’s culture

and history, to its distinctly-styled accommodations.

Tower of Innovation

Carrer de Perre, Barcelona

The designer’s agenda was to create a structure that weighs less and made up of natural

materials that can be recycled. The self-sufficient research studio building used bamboo as its

dominant building material. The structure is 76 meters high and consisted of 11 stories. It

incorporated steam bent bamboo stalks held together by steel brackets and used bamboo screen

as an exterior finish. The tower is consisted of studios, office spaces, recreational areas and

gardens, educational workshops, auditorium, cafeteria and a research laboratory.

It introduced water filtration for grey water use, stack effect for washroom ventilation and

mist sprinkler system for fire protection.

Relevance:

The aforementioned literature is a great example of sustainability. The proponents were

enlightened about the idea of bamboo construction and its connection details. As part of the

attractions for the proposed Hotel Beach Resort Complex the proponent would like to include

watch towers made up of entirely bamboo with hanging bridges interconnecting them for tourists

who would like to see the aerial view of the surroundings around the site. The literature above

discussed various bamboo connection details for support that the proponents will take as a

guiding reference in designing.

HOTEL ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

A hotel, whether big or small, needs an organizational structure to carry out its daily

operations. It is used to help divide tasks and specify the job for each department. This would

help to increase work productivity and efficiency.

The chart above discussed the divisions of the workforce in a hotel. It was segmented into

six divisions namely, finance, front office, human resources, food and beverage, sales and

logistics. Financial department’s role is to record financial transactions and statements. Front

office or room management handles customer services. Human resources’ responsibility is for

employee recruitment. Food and beverage department is for food preparation. Sales department

is for hotel facilities and services. And logistics is responsible for tracking daily supplies and

keeping security.

Relevance:

The chart above specified the roles of each department in a hotel. These gave the

proponents an idea for the staffing requirements of a hotel which, would be considered in the

planning stage and user’s analysis. Each department of the hotel could be considered as the

possible staff for the proposed Beach Resort Hotel Complex.

10 UNDISPUTED REASONS WHY HOTELS SHOULD GO GREEN

The literature enumerated the reasons why going green is a must. Green Certification

Programs were used primarily as a tool to improve businesses and now used as a marketing tool

for potential hotel guests. Going green, defined as maintaining the natural ecological balance in

the environment while also preserving the planet and its resources. There is no hiding about the

fact that hotels can be wasteful. However, consumer needs evolved and nowadays, hotel guests

became more aware and concerned about environmental issues. As a result, the demand for

green products and services continued to grow.

This article enumerated 10 reasons why hotels should go green including: Long term

monetary gain, to entice more guests, to meet new environmental regulations, lot of hotels are

already embracing it, gives a competitive edge, reverse the effects of climate change, benefit from

tax relief, employee retention, reputation and because greener goods are more humane. Going

green includes resource efficiency like water and energy conservation. These practices would

reduce the hotel's operating cost. Guests these days would more likely be enticed in a hotel

having a Green Certification. Not only the consumers are aware on how important it is to protect

the environment, but also policy makers took notice by passing new laws and regulations

designed to limit pollution.

Relevance:

The reasons to go green and the sustainable strategies mentioned in the article would be

noted by the proponents as a guide for the proposed Beach Resort Hotel Complex. In line with

this, techniques for protection and conservation in the environment will be adopted to achieve the

said positive results. It would be a tourism complex practicing green living that would gain publicity

and could separate its brand from less eco-friendly ones.

REVIEW OF RELATED STUDIES

The Buhatan River: A Case Study

The researchers of this study of Buhatan River Eco-adventure highlights the potentials of

ecotourism as a developmental tool for biodiversity conservation, economic, and social

development. The whole study was guided by the questions (1) What are the implications of

Buhatan Eco-River to the community? (2) Who or what sector(s) would best benefit from Buhatan

Ecotourism-River? and (3) What are the things needed to be done to maximize the potentials of
ecotourism? These questions served as the foundation of this study. Participants of the conducted

surveys and interviews were sought to have direct relation to the ongoing ecotourism.

Relevance:

Although the tourism approach is different, since the present study focuses more on the

cultural side of the whole country, the expected results of this study is similar to the ones

happening today in Buhatan. The researcher’s recommendation of strengthening linkages and

giving the locals more active participation with the project will be observed and included in the

planning and designing stage of the study. Mentioned repeatedly on the study above is the

sustainability and environmental protection and rehabilitation, which will also be observed since

the lot of the present study is found to have a diverse flora.

VIGAN ANCESTRAL HOUSE: An Assessment of Thermal Properties, Day lighting and

Natural Ventilation

Living in a tropical country means living in a binary climate, the dry and wet season. To

make a building adapt to these drastic season changes is a challenge. In this study the proponents

assessed the thermal properties, day lighting and natural ventilation of the Vigan ancestral

houses. The researchers chose 3 different “bahay na bato” to compare the passive cooling ability,

the houses chosen have different designs; the Lazo-Singson House has a brick ground floor and

second floor, while the Nolasco House and Singson House has a brick ground floor and timber

second floor. The proponents looked back into the past and analyzed the builder’s motive in

arranging the spaces of each house, especially the proper placement and orientation of these

spaces. The researchers found out that the longer side of the Nolasco and Singson House is

facing the east and west direction, making the houses extremely exposed to the harsh solar

radiation, while the shorter sides face the southwest and northeast direction serving as a barrier

for the wind breezes coming from those directions. The Lazo-Singson however is oriented well,

the longer sides of the house face the northeast and southwest taking in the full advantage of the

cooling wind. The shorter sides facing the east and west were tilted towards the north to avoid

too much solar exposure. Other factors such as roofing that can affect the cooling ability of the

houses were also taken into consideration.

The researcher concluded that the orientation of the houses was dependent on the shape

and orientation of the lot. Regardless of the orientation the living room is always facing a street

on top of the main entrance taking advantage of the natural ventilation design and large windows

were shielded by canopies and large overhangs. Based from the results of the data gathered the
house with the most efficient passive cooling ability is the Laze-Singson house which has brick

ground floor and second floor. Although the designs of the house are similar like bigger upper

window, large protruding eaves, roof vents etc. The reason behind is that due to the thick brick

walls the temperature fluctuation is regulated.

Relevance:

The proposed Beach Hotel Resort Complex focuses on replicating or imitating the Spanish

colonization era ambiance on some of the buildings and areas of the lot, signifying the strong

connection and historical background of Matnog being one of the town of Sorsogon during the

colonization of Spaniards. The relevance of the forenamed study is that the data gathered on

proper placement of the rooms and use of building material such as brick gives insights into how

the present study’s “bahay na bato” should be built. Since the aim of the researchers is to be eco-

friendly, having a cool building without artificial air conditioning would be a great advantage in

terms of sustainability and since there are no electricity in the area. Modern techniques of

construction would also be considered since it is cheaper than exactly replicating the original

method which involves materials not readily available anymore.

“Loved to Death”: Tourism Case Studies in Baguio and Batad, Philippines

This study serves as a cry for help by nature. The things happening in Baguio today

happens to many tourist destinations not just in the Philippines but in other parts of the world. The

researchers did a great job in pinpointing the negative impacts of a tourist destination not

practicing sustainability.

The title “Loved to Death” sounds controversial and cheesy but it is catchy. The title means

that Baguio is so loved that it is now being choked to death by rising economy more specifically

by capitalistic intention of the corporate and business sector. The study tackled the goals, barriers

and predictions of the government community and private industry towards Baguio and Batad.

Different answers and views were analyzed and included in this study but most of the answers by

the people from the government and community were negative reactions towards what is

happening today in Baguio while the private industry was only thinking about their own future.

To conclude the researchers stated that conservation cannot be done alone, which is true

since all sectors must help hand in hand in protecting Baguio’s future. Holistic tourism plan also

is a must to have a proper and organized community. Potential prescription of the researchers

also includes regulated system of environmental fees to preserve the terraces and economic

incentives.
Relevance:

We can say that the researchers of the study truly loved Baguio, for love should not result

to destruction, what is happening in Baguio today is the love for money not the love for

sustainability. The relevance of this study to the present study is that the data gathered through

surveys and interviews proves that a certain tourism industry of a certain place wouldn’t last

without the proper holistic sustainability. This study leaves an impact especially to the present

researchers to always put the environment’s interest first before anything else to attain a longer

future for the establishment.

Architecture of Repose: Creating Place for Retreat and Intimacy

The modern environments humans live today vary differently from before. An

overstimulation of the senses with manmade stimuli causes stress and mental degradation to

humans. The goal of this case study is to explore and understand the ability of architecture to

help people have better lives. Three cases were laid out; first is the analysis of a walkthrough

Chicago to Millennium Park in downtown Chicago, Illinois, second is the Fay Jones’ Thorn crown

Chapel in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, lastly is the tea hut topology and the roji, the connected

entrance path. Each case corresponds to the different aspects of living, a concrete jungle, a

chapel deep in the forest and a mix of both. The difference of each case and the psychological

aspect the architecture brings are truly astonishing. The resulting conclusion of this case study is

a greater understanding of how the natural environment can give relief and be a retreat for the

alleviation of this anxious society.

Relevance:

Industrial society brought positive and negative impacts on the human lives, however with

this kind of fast-paced world people are living for speed. The complexity of life today is very

different than the past decades creating a big toll to human health. Aforementioned in the case

study above shows the effect of living an over stimulated life which causes stress and

disharmonies due to contemporary living. The study’s relevance is that the study above showed

the different perspectives of living on different places with different stressors. The researcher also

pointed out the need for retreat of human beings to reconnect with their inner selves. Following

the researcher’s conclusion that to design a place of repose, one must include the following

qualities; Balance, Simplicity, and Emptiness. The knowledge gathered and interpreted by the

researcher of the case study above shows great help for the present researchers on how to tackle
the designs and planning of the proposed study, Hotel Beach Resort Complex

Krabi Wellness Resort and Spa

Southeast Asian countries nowadays are attracting more foreign visitors. Thailand being

a culturally diverse country blessed with majestic sceneries and topographic landscapes also

benefits from the rise of tourists. The proponent of this study tackled about the problem of Krabi

when it comes to accommodation of tourists. Krabi is a well-known province in Thailand; it boasts

it’s hundred off shore islands, limestone cliffs, mangrove forests and its famous Phi Phi Island.

With this much of destination truly an accommodation is needed. With the goal of 33 the local

government to preserve the natural beauty of Krabi, the government leaned to sustainable

planning and design of their tourist destinations. The proponent saw this as an opportunity thus

creating the Krabi Wellness Resort and Spa. The building materials used were local materials,

similar to what Filipinos commonly use, examples are wood and bamboo. This is to create and

simulate the natural feeling of being in one with nature, making the visitors feel more relaxed and

at ease. The design of their native huts was somewhat similar in design to Filipinos, raised

flooring, high pitched roofs etc. This indicates the efficiency of this design in controlling internal

temperature and as a protection against strong typhoons. The proponent concludes that this study

provided and encourages local and foreign tourists to have a sound and relaxed meditation of the

well-being of the body through the architectural design of the spaces.

Relevance:

There was numerous relevance in the aforementioned study can offer the present study.

Although the study is foreign the design solution is somehow identical since Thailand is also a

tropical country. The use of indigenous and local materials and construction of native huts or

buildings gives the present researchers an insight on what kind of materials should be constructed

that could help increase the sustainability while maintaining a natural feel for a more relaxing look.

Also, the design concept, proper orientation and placing of the buildings gives the researchers

ideas on how to arrange the cabana or villas that will accommodate the visitors.

Holistic Wellness: A Spiritual Healing Center

The study focused on bringing spiritual and mental ease to those people who have

troubled lives, drug-related or not, through architecture. The researcher of this study was inspired

and followed the Native American’s approach on healing spiritually disconnected people. The

study discussed the importance of the natural world in connection to human beings and the
universe. Quoted in the thesis are the words of Neil de Grasse Tyson stating that from a scientific

standpoint, human beings are made up of the same atoms that were once stars, this stresses the

relationship of humans to the universe. With this the researcher interpreted it along with the Native

Americans point that the humans seek for the natural wonders of nature to de-stress since human

beings and the cosmos are related thus, applying this to the architectural design and aesthetic

quality of the study. By creating a deeper connection through architecture 34 between the human

soul, built environment, and divine power a bond will be formed that will help people find their way

through their journey towards full recovery.

Relevance:

The present study includes a retreat for people who are in need to destress, similar to

what the abovementioned study aims. The integration of nature and tropical design through the

adaptation of Philippine architecture somehow relates to what the researcher of the study above

did. By incorporating nature in and out of the buildings and the use of indigenous materials the

same effect will be achieved. Even if the adaptation of the Native American way will not be

included in the present study since it diverts from the main purpose of highlighting the cultural

aspect of the Matnog,Sorsogon and the Philippine culture itself. The researchers still find the

aforesaid study to be relevant in terms of the design and planning of the retreat in accordance to

the same goal of reconnecting people through the natural built environment.

Mount Tom Self-Transformation Retreat: Designing Experiential Architecture to Provoke

Stimulatory, Expressive and Sensory Self-Exploration

The researcher tackled the importance of sensory perception towards achieving a tranquil

environment to boost people’s natural tendency to be at peace and achieve comfort throughout

the retreat. In the study, the design approach is to let the human body experience and be

stimulated by the senses found in nature. Different locations in the lot were used to stimulate

specific sense, different parts, different stimulus, and different positive reactions. With this, the

core of the whole research is to nurture an architecture that gives a series of calming yet

energizing experience, placed congruously in the natural landscape.

Relevance:

The relevance of this study goes beyond the obvious reasons of having similarities with the

proposed establishment itself. The researcher’s perspective on such study broadened as to what
humans really need in terms of relaxation. Incorporating the abovementioned study’s approach

of stimulating the senses by the natural environment through the aid of architecture opens a

variety of opportunities for the present study. By examining the natural landscape and 35

enhancing it with architecture without the destruction of the natural aspect, the researchers can

easily set the mind of the visitors into having a relaxed state.

Design Solution:

A. Project Description

The proposed Beach Resort Hotel Complex will need a well-organized electrical

and water system, which may be installed beneath the structure and between the walls to

provide a better view inside and outside the structure.It might be hidden between the walls

to maintain the aesthetics of the inside or hidden beneath the building to safeguard any

local or foreign investors. In addition to the essential water and electricity required to

operate the hotel, it would necessitate a hygienic and appropriate waste disposal system.

Dirt and rubbish disposal will be a big problem in running such a big structure because for

the time being it will be receiving millions of local and foreign tourists. To prevent additional

expenses and potential mishaps within and outside the hotel complex, as well as for a

better and more pleasurable viewing of the displays inside, circulation and adequate space

organization are also necessary.

The design introduces stainless steel into the public areas of hotel complex surface

that glides fluidly through the different moving areas. While directing visitors via access

points, encircling event and gathering spaces, and bringing them on to the white sands,

the wall and ceiling transform into an element that captures the spatial volume. To provide

the management as much latitude as possible and to maintain the strict environmental

controls required to hold during the stay of the tourists or guests. The hotel is articulated

as simple, regular shapes on the façade, creating a dialogue with the supporting structures

like the sports facilities and multi-purposed function hall facility as well as a sharp contrast

with their surfaces.

The structure provides a unique setting for our nation to come together and

showcase the peak of our creative and economic achievements. The Philippines

continues to astound the world with their remarkable diversity and inventions while

achieving this.
B. .Design Concept

The proposed design for the Philippine Exhibition Pavilion in 2021 combine’s

modern, cultural, heritage, Bamboo green architecture. It was inspired by the CRAB.

Crabs are decapod crustaceans of the infraorder Brachyura, which typically have

a very short projecting "tail", usually hidden entirely under the thorax. They live in all the

world's oceans, in freshwater, and on land, are generally covered with a thick exoskeleton,

and have a single pair of pincers.

As a result of its reputation for fitting in with the environment, tropical architecture

has become a popular architectural option for resort projects, museums, and other leisure

facilities. Although many people could mistake this kind of design for being aesthetically

pleasing, Tropical Architecture is actually defined by the concepts that are used. In order

to maintain a cool interior temperature despite the hot and humid climate, this architecture

includes combining planning and design solutions into the development.

Designing for tropical climates incorporates the entire site context for a holistic

approach. It adjusts to the site's dimensions, form, neighborhood, accessibility,

geography, constraints, locations, microclimate, and overall aesthetic impact. The

building's orientation takes into account the sun's path and the wind's direction to reduce

internal heat gain and make this design a popular choice for resort enhancements and

other sporting recreation conveniences since it blends well with the environment. The

criteria used are what define tropical architecture, despite the fact that many people may

find the layout to be extravagant. This engineering includes consolidating arranging and

plan of arrangements into the improvement to keep the inside temperature cool regardless

of the blistering and moist environment.

Standards for tropical climate planning coordinate the complete site's environment

for a comprehensive strategy. It adapts to the site's dimensions, form, neighborhood,

access, terrain, obstacles, regions, microclimate, and overall aesthetic appeal. In order to

reduce internal heat buildup and take into account remote cooling, the structure's direction

is taken into consideration together with the sun and wind directions. It also takes local

and provincial resources for materials into account.

With heat and humidity, Southeast Asian countries have largely maintained tropical

architecture that dates back to the time of our ancestors. Despite the fact that things have

been calm for a time, its guidelines, which concentrate on an economic development, can
 still be used, especially given that the vexing problem of a global warming. It also considers

what organic materials are to be utilized that can be a source regionally and locally.

Tropical architecture has been practiced extensively in Southeast Asian nations

with tropical climates since the time of our forefathers. Although it was created a long time

ago, its guiding principles for sustainable development are still relevant today, especially

in light of the worsening effects of global warming.

C. Design Philosophy

“AS AN ARCHITECT, YOU DESIGN WITH THE AWARENESS OF THE PAST, FOR A
FUTURE THAT IS ESSENTIALLY UNKNOWN”

British architect, Sir Norman Foster is known for designs that keep up with the

changing environment. Sustainability and Innovation are the key elements in his design

process. Foster’s early collaborations with Buckminster Fuller inspired him to design

environmentally sensitive structures while understanding the relationship between energy,

weight and performance. His highly optimistic attitude towards technological led projects

and the Industrial style made him one of the pioneers of Hi-Tech Architecture. “Vast areas

will soon be enclosed with lightweight space-frame structure or inflatable plastic

membranes with full climatic control,” he predicted in 1969. Foster’s optimistic approach

and constant innovation lead the architects of this generation to think big responsibly.

In a workplace where things are changing faster than we can keep up, adaptability

has become the most sought-after asset not only within people, but also throughout

concepts of design and structure.

Many professionals report that there’s nothing worse than spending weeks on a

project to find out it’s completely irrelevant by the time it’s completed, but this happens in

the workplace every day. But how is one to know the heights technology will reach, or

more importantly, how society will perceive these changes?

Moreover, Norman Foster’s groundbreaking work in the architectural field can

certainly teach us a lesson in innovation. He explains how important it is to look at the big

picture. It’s not just about what you predict will happen tomorrow, two months from now or

30 years in the future. Considering the past is ultimately the key to planning for the future
 and more importantly, succeeding in the present.

If our goal is to make the workplace a more flexible and adaptive community,

innovators must shake off the strict concepts of time and see beyond a single lens. What

worked in the past, what is working now and what might make life easier in ten years?

D. Form Concept

Dynamic forms and deconstructivism that are in keeping with the main issue and

are not monstrous will be the basic form concept of the proposed project. This implies that

in addition to the crab shell and legs the Beach Hotel Complex will also feature distinctive

bamboo architecture with a mix of green architecture. Even though it will be large, the

Beach hotel complex would likely cover the majority of the area. Its structure and idea

would not be repulsive and obnoxious.

E. Style Guiding Principles

The Style Guiding Principles are basis to achieve the design of the
building into its full functionality and aesthetics. Architecture is not just about
designing the exterior basis but also its functionality, flow and purpose. The
building should be built in consideration to the terms and factors. The following
principles stated are:

I. Authenticity

Good design has the look and feel of inevitability. This often
belies the hours of exploration needed to create ideas, then sift and winnow
among them to find the one that is just right. Design can be understood as an
accelerated, iterative process of trial, error, judgment and selection to find a
genuine solution.
II. Craft

Even the most hardened laborer wants to do good work. When

we deliver a design worthy of their efforts, they seem to know it. As a result, the
quality in a project may rise without explanation and at no additional cost
because participants begin to value the experience and put in their best efforts.
These are our best projects.
 III. Creativity

We must constantly refresh our ability to see, especially to see

things as they are. This is not as easy as it sounds, because the process of
architectural design works the other way around; we must see things that do not
yet exist. We embrace travel, sketching, photographing, drawing, and just taking
the time to look, all to sustain and improve our ability to see with fresh eyes.

IV. Experience

Straightforward solutions become more apparent when we

recognize that the goal is to serve the client’s needs rather than our own. The
seasoned architect knows there will be many opportunities along the way to
explore one’s craft.

V. Green Building

A healthy, conserving environment is the goal, whether of

energy, materials, air, or water. There are many aspects to this concept, and
the opportunities for green building are expanding rapidly as the movement
matures. “Fulfill the needs of this generation without jeopardizing those of the
next.”

VI. Process

We support broad participation early in the process to determine

the purpose, character, and qualities of a project. The program that results from
this interactive procedure supports our creative efforts in important ways. We
then return to the project stakeholders with our designs for lively critiques. This
iterative process with feedback loops brings life to the project.

VII. Reality

We respect the realities of site, budget, climate, schedule and

political environment, often finding opportunity for architectural expression within
these apparent constraints. Architecture is an art of accommodation, both
physically and figuratively.
VIII. Service

We promote prompt and courteous service to clients, contractors,

vendors, and public officials. We want to do our part to maintain a supportive
environment for the design and construction community.

IX. Sustainability

Good architecture is inherently sustainable because it involves

 building something to last. This is a matter of quality materials, detailing and
construction, and includes planning for a long life through the adaptability of a
project to future uses that may not yet be known. We feel that a loose fit of a
building to a program promotes a long life for that structure.

X. Value

Like both the developer and the environmentalist, we believe in

doing more with less. To accomplish this, we want to know where the money is
in a project so that we can allocate the budget to best effect. As a result, our
buildings often look and perform better than their cost might suggest. We know
where to put the dollars.

F. Functional Concept

The proper arrangement of the buildings and structures will be based from the
importance of their functions. The Proposed Beach Resort Complex’s main objectives
were to amaze the people with the proper location of the buildings. The Proposed resort
will have its hotel as the main building as were the lobby will be put. Other recreational
buildings will be placed far from the cottages and the villas because it can create noise to
the relaxing guest. Other minor buildings will be placed according to their space
adjacencies.
Having a radial type of layout creates a more systematic design and circulation
and flow of the structures in the area. It also highlights the main structure in the center
creating this network between the buildings. Integrating the spaces into their aspects in
placing the appropriate structure avoiding wastage of those spaces. This way also helps
preserving open spaces and for future use.

G. Economy Concept

The materials used in the construction of the building plays a big part on
economical concept on how it is designed. Creating a more sustainable, durable, and
more practical structure.

Economically speaking, the proposed project will be sustainable through the

integration of Green Building; by also installing sustainable features like solar panels, the
over-all energy consumption of the establishment will be lessened. The major and minor
buildings such as hotels and close cottages will have water tanks, deep well, and
rainwater collector systems in order to have water availability and to conserve water as
well.

H. Time Concept

The proposed project will be constructed utilizing modern construction methods.

Modern building techniques use cutting-edge new building procedures and materials with

the aim of reducing construction times, energy consumption, and costs. Pre-fabricated
 materials will be used when building components that were made in a factory before being

shipped to the site. For the theme's additional heritage, native materials like bamboo and

rattan, as well as prefabricated components, are to be employed. Prior to shipment,

materials that are secure and simple to export should be taken into account to prevent

delays in the construction schedule.

I. Environmental Concepts

The Proposed Hotel Complex will include green architecture into its urban design

in order to maximize the possibilities of the land and the surrounding area. For a better

aesthetic in the pavilion structures outside, in addition to the primary urban planning, public

parks, urban squares, greenways, and green belt landscaping ideas would be applied. A

building should be constructed with the environment in mind by employing sustainable

energy sources, designing buildings effectively to consume less energy, and modernizing

older structures with new technologies.

Making use of greener fuels in transporting the materials and lessening the idle

time of the vehicles. Ordering the materials locally makes a difference in the consumption

of fuel during the transportation and less time consuming for the construction.

In light of the work plan, the construction site must also be acknowledged. The

design idea inside the building along its cross-section hall shall be given with an interior

garden in order to minimize the amount of flora that is removed during construction.

Construction leftovers must be recycled and reused as much as feasible.

J. STYLE GUIDING PRINCIPLE

The over-all theme of the proposed project is in accordance to the box-typed design of the

building to maintain its simplicity and to only focus the wonder of the nature with the

application of Green Architecture. Modern twists will be incorporated in order to enhance

the over-all quality of the structures. Proposed Beach Complex’s function is to be an eye

catcher from all invited guest. The design will not only focus on its simplicity but to its

functions, but can expect to the designer’s attention to details.

K. ARCHITECTURAL PROGRAMMING

The Architectural Programming determines the spatial programming of the Proposed

Philippine Exhibition Pavilion. This portion of the research will determine the spaces

needed. Thorough understanding of the spaces that can be effective to the study is

needed.

A. RESORT HOTEL FACILITIES

B. Administration

C. Conference room

D. Front desk (counter)

E. Record room

F. Reception

G. Storage room

H. Reservations

I. Vault room

J. General Manager

K. Assist. Manager

L. General work area

M. SALES DEPARTMENT

a. CREDIT MANAGER

b. FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANAGER

c. BANQUET MANAGER

N. AUDITING DEPARTMENT

a. CHIEF AUDITOR

b. CASHIER

O. CLINIC

a. WAITING AREA

b. DOCTOR’S ROOM

P. CONCESSION AND SHOPS

a. Barber shop

b. Beauty shop

c. Gift shop
 d. Post office

e. Internetshop

Q. Lobby (public lounge and waiting area)

R. Main dining hall (ballroom)

S. Coffee shop

T. Bar and cocktail

U. lounge

V. Kitchen complex

W. Four (4) function rooms

X. Sixty (60) twin-bed type room with a balcony

Y. Forty (40) single bed type rooms with balcony Elevators (if necessary)

Z. Stairs Toilet facilities

AA.Service area

BB.Maintenance room

CC. Electrical room

DD. Mechanical equipment room

EE.Employee lounge

FF. locker rooms and toilets

GG. Housekeeping room

HH. Workshops Parking areas Landscaping (hardscape/softscape)

II. Guard house

• . SPORTS AND HEALTH FACILITIES

o Body fitness gym

o Game room

▪ a. Billiard Hall

▪ b. Table Tennis

▪ c. Video Games

▪ Therapeutic massage and sauna Rooms

• C. OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES

o Swimming pool (adult)

o Basketball Court

o Children’s pool
 o Children’s playing area

o Jacuzzi pool

o Horseback riding

o Two (2) tennis courts

o Jogging path

o Beach Volleyball court

o Basketball court

• D. COTTAGES

o Thirty (30) single detached

o two (2) bedroom types

o Ten (10) single detached studio type

o Twenty (20) open cottages/Gazebos/Hut

• E. MULTI-PURPOSED FUNCTION HALL (max. capacity of 300 pax)

• F. SCUBA DIVING CENTER

o Equipment rental

o Exhibit area

o Decompression chamber

o Clinic

• SOUVENIR SHOPS H.

o Two (2) VIEWING DECK (Overlooking the breathtaking view of the

crystal clearwater of the San Bernardino straight)

• Wharf or pier

L. SPACE PROGRAM AND SPACE COMPUTATIONS

SPACES USER QUALIT NO. SPACE Approx Access Total

Y OF OF PARAMETER imate Area Approximate
SPACE USER S Units Area Floor (30% of Floor Area
Per Square Area AFA)
Persons
ADMINISTRATION 233.233

Front Desk Staff Public 2 2.00 4.00 1.20 5.20

(Counter)
Reception Public & Public 15 2.00 30.00 9.00 39.00
Staff
Reservations Public & Public 10 2.00 20.00 6.00 26.00
Staff
General Manager & Private 2 9.30 18.60 5.58 24.18
Manager Secretary
 Assistant Manager & Private 2 5.00 1.00 3.00 13.00
Manager Secretary
General Work All Private 20 1.50 30.00 9.00 39.00
Area Employees
Conference All Private 20 1.20 24.00 7.20 31.20
Room Employees
Record Room Staff Private 2 5.00 10.00 3.00 13.00
Storage Room Staff Private 2 5.00 10.00 3.00 13.00
Vault Room Staff Private 2 4.00 8.00 2.40 10.40
Public Comfort Public Public 10 1.00 10.00 3.00 13.00
Room
PWD Comfort Public Public 1 3.06 3.06 0.918 3.978
Room
Private Staff Private 1 1.75 1.75 0.525 2.275
Comfort Room

SPACES USER QUALIT NO. SPACE Approx Access Total

Y OF OF PARAMETER imate Area Approximate
SPACE USER S Units Area Floor (30% of Floor Area
Per Square Area AFA)
Persons
SALES DEPARTMENT 37.375

Credit Employees Private 2 4.50 9.00 2.70 11.70

Manager
Food and Employees Private 2 4.50 9.00 2.70 11.70
Beverage
Manager
Banquet Employees Private 2 4.50 9.00 2.70 11.70
Manager
Private Staff Private 1 1.75 1.75 0.525 2.275
Comfort Room
Auditing 38.025
Department
Chief Auditor Staff Private 2 5.50 11.00 3.30 14.30
Cashier Staff Private 3 5.50 16.50 4.95 21.45
Comfort Room Staff Private 1 1.75 1.75 0.525 2.275
Clinic 49.608
Waiting Area Patients & Public 5 2.00 10.00 3.00 13.00
Staff
Doctor’s Room Patients & Private 5 5.02 25.10 7.53 32.63
Medical
Staff
Private Patients & Private 1 3.06 3.06 0.918 3.978
Comfort Room Staff
CONCESSION 310.70
& SHOPS
Barber Shop Public & Public 8 5.50 44.00 13.20 57.20
Staff
Beauty Shop Public & Public 10 5.00 55.00 16.50 71.50
Staff
Gift Shop Public & Public 10 5.00 55.00 16.50 71.50
Staff
Post Office Public & Public 5 5.00 25.00 7.50 32.50
Staff
Internet Shop Public & Public 20 2.50 50.00 15.00 65.00
Staff
Public Comfort Public Public 10 1.00 10.00 3.00 13.00
Room
Total 668.941
HOTEL BUILDING

SPACES USER QUALIT NO. OF SPACE Approx Access Total

Y OF USER PARAM imate Area Approximate
SPACE ETERS Floor (30% of Floor Area
Units Area AFA)
Area Per
Square
Persons
PUBLIC AMENITIES 2182.435

Lobby Public Public 100 1.40 140.00 42.00 182.50

Main Dining Public Public 400 1.40 560.00 168.0 728.00
Hall
Coffee Shop Public Public 50 1.40 70.00 21.00 91.00
Bar & Cocktail Public Public 75 1.40 105.00 31.50 136.50
Lounge
Kitchen Kitchen Private - 30% of 168.00 50.40 218.40
Complex Staff Dining
Area
Supply Storage Kitchen Private - 10% of 56.00 16.80 72.80
Staff Dining
Area
Function Varies Public 100 1.40 140.00 42.00 182.00(4)
Room(4)
Staff Toilet Staff Private 2 1.75 1.75 0.525 2.275
Public Toilet Public Public 15 1.00 15.00 4.50 19.50
PWD Toilet Public Public 1 3.06 3.06 0.90 3.96
Bedrooms 2099.50
Twin Bed type Check In Exclusive 2 9.00 18.00 5.40 23.40(60)
room with a Visitor
Balcony (60)
Single Bed Check In Exclusive 1 9.00 9.00 2.70 11.70(40)
type rooms Visitor
with a Balcony
(40)
Private Toilet Check In Exclusive 1 1.75 1.75 0.525 2.275
Visitor
TOTAL 4281.935

UTILITY AREAS

SPACES USER QUALIT NO. OF SPACE Approx Access Total

Y OF USER PARAM imate Area Approximate
SPACE ETERS Floor (30% of Floor Area
Units Area AFA)
Area Per
Square
Persons
UTILITY AREAS Total 177.35

Service Area Staff Private 5 2.80 14.00 4.20 18.20

Maintenance Staff Private - - - - 20.00
Room
Electrical Staff Private - - - - 15.00
Room
Mechanical Staff Private - - - - 20.00
Equipment
Room
Employee Staff Private 12 2.50 30.00 9.00 39.00
 Lounge
Locker Room Staff Private - - - - 15.00
Toilet Staff Private 2 1.75 3.50 1.05 4.55
House Keeping Staff Private 3 4.00 12.00 3.60 15.60
Room
Workshops Staff Private - - - - 30.00

SPORTS AND HEALTH FACILITIES

SPACES USER QUALIT NO. OF SPACE Approx Access Total

Y OF USER PARAM imate Area Approximate
SPACE ETERS Floor (30% of Floor Area
Units Area AFA)
Area Per
Square
Persons
SPORTS AND HEALTH FACILITIES Total 432.978

Body Fitness Guests Public 20 4.50 90.00 27.00 117.00

Gym
Game Room Guests Public 30 4.50 135.00 40.50 175.50
Therapeutic Guests Public 20 4.50 90.00 27.00 117.00
Massage &
Sauna Rooms
Public Toilet Public Public 15 1.00 15.00 4.50 19.50
PWD Comfort Public Public 1 3.06 3.06 0.918 3.978
Room

OUTDOOR AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

SPACES USER QUALITY NO. OF SPACE Approx Access Total

OF USER PARAM imate Area Approximate
SPACE ETERS Floor (30% of Floor Area
Units Area AFA)
Area Per
Square
Persons
OUTDOOR AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES Total 1103.74

Swimming Public Public - - - - Depends

Pool on
landscape
Children’s Pool Public Public - - - - Depends
on
landscape
Jacuzzi Pool Public Public - - - - Depends
on
landscape
Tennis Court Public Public - - - - 260.87(2)
Beach Public Public - - - - 162.00
Volleyball
Court
Basketball Public Public - - - - 420.00
Court
COTTAGES

SPACES USER QUALITY NO. OF SPACE Approx Access Total

OF SPACE USER PARAM imate Area Approximate
ETERS Floor (30% of Floor Area
Units Area AFA)
Area Per
Square
Persons
COTTAGES Total 860.60

Single Guests Exclusive 2 5.50 11.00 3.30 14.30(30)

Detached 2
bedroom types
(30)
Single Guests Exclusive 4 3.50 14.00 4.20 18.20(10)
Detached
Studio Type
(10)
Open Guests Exclusive 8 1.20 9.60 2.88 12.48(20)
Cottages/
Gazebos/ Hut
(20)

SCUBA DIVING AND EQUIPMENT CENTER

SPACES USER QUALITY NO. OF SPACE Approx Access Total

OF SPACE USER PARAM imate Area Approximate
ETERS Floor (30% of Floor Area
Units Area AFA)
Area Per
Square
Persons
SCUBA DIVING AND EQUIPMENT CENTER Total 101.53

Equipment Guests, Open 5 1.40 7.00 2.10 9.10

Rental Divers &
Staff
Exhibit Area Guests Public 20 1.60 32.00 9.60 41.60
Decompression Divers & Exclusive 10 1.40 14.00 4.20 18.20
Chamber Staff
Clinic Divers & Exclusive 3 5.02 25.10 7.53 32.63
Medical
Staff

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

LINE BEARING DISTANCE

1-2 N27°45ʹE 216.17

2-3 N16°36ʹE 80.03

3-4 N19°23ʹE 63.33

4-5 N51°30ʹE 29.88

5-6 N33°39ʹE 39.00

 6-7 N78°42ʹE 43.00

7-8 N41°31ʹE 85.48

8-9 N63°46ʹE 11.85

9 - 10 S78°25ʹE 33.38

10 - 11 S89°23ʹE 60.67

11 - 12 S65°09ʹE 97.39

12 - 13 S56°49ʹE 30.14

13 - 14 S81°22ʹE 43.11

14 - 15 S00°27ʹW 39.26

15 - 16 S83°24ʹW 66.31

16 - 17 N82°17ʹW 89.25

17 - 18 S84°56ʹW 25.90

18 - 19 S63°49ʹW 46.48

19 - 20 S57°25ʹW 23.76

20 - 21 S47°46ʹW 99.59

21 - 22 S32°19ʹW 18.93

22 - 23 S23°20ʹW 144.93

23 - 1 S59°08ʹW 192.43

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