ACARE 2021 Conference Program Handbook

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JUNE 19 & 20, 2021 Streaming Live via Facebook https://www.facebook.com/upcadiliman

IMPRINT ACARE 2021 Conference Handbook ACARE Secretariat ©2021 Editors-in-Chief Aaron Julius M. Lecciones Gerard Rey A. Lico University of the Philippines College of Architecture UPCA Complex University of the Philippines, Diliman Quezon City, Philippines 1101 acare.upca@gmail.com

Front and back cover credits ACARE Team ©2021 graphics from Canva

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Refr a m i n g Heritage & Spaces of Identity

Expe r i m e n ts in Architectural Technology

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ABOUT

ACARE The Annual Conference on Architectural Research and Education (ACARE) is a two-day research conference held yearly which serves as a venue for scholars and practitioners to present their study on designed and built environment-related topic on architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, interior design and other allied fields.

Through the efforts of the Council of Architectural Researchers and Educators ARCHCARE), this paved for the establishment of ACARE in 2000. Presently, the ACARE is attended by deans, heads, faculty, and students from various architecture schools and universities in the country.

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In his speech about the history of ACARE, Ar. Cristopher Espina shared that, “In 2000, the architectural educational institutions and the architectural professional organizations saw the need to be sensitive of the people they serve and the places they create.

One of the important goals set was institution and network building, a system of cooperation and collaboration among institutions to perform their respective roles in the development and advancements of knowledge, competence, and capability in practice of architecture, urban design, and landscape architecture.”

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PARTNER INSTITUTIONS Representatives of Core Schools: De La Salle College of St. Benilde Mapua University National University Polytechnic University of the Philippines University of the East University of the Philippines University of Santo Tomas

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DLS-CSB HISTORY THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE (BSARCH) OF THE DE LA SALLE-COLLEGE OF ST. BENILDE IS UNDER THE SCHOOL OF DESIGN & ARTS WHICH WAS ESTABLISHED IN 1995.

The Architecture program integrates the multidisciplinary fields of design and art with advances in computer technology, the science of building construction, and business management.

Students learn urban planning and design, and current business trends in the architectural profession. The program provides practicum through linkages with the design and construction industry through seminars, educational trips and an active apprenticeship program.

Currently, Ar. Ferdinand I. dela Paz is the chair of the Architecture Program while Arch. Dottie Asela D. Domingo serves as the Dean of the School of Design and Arts (SDA). .

MIT HISTORY YEARS BACK, THE SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, INDUSTRIAL DESIGN AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT WAS CALLED "ARCHITECTURE & PLANNING."

The School of Architecture, Industrial Design and the Built Environment of the Mapua University offers BS Architecture, BS Industrial Design, and BS Environmental Planning.

The Architecture Program of Mapua University is designed to guide students to meet the challenges and dynamics of architectural practice as well as develop in them the sensitivity to their rich cultural heritage.

At present, Prof. Gloria B. Teodoro, FUAP, PIEP is the Dean of the School of Architecture, Industrial Design and the Built Environment.

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NU HISTORY IN JULY 1945, THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY EXPANDED ITS FACILITIES AND OTHER DEGREES WERE OFFERED INCLUDING ARCHITECTURE AND ENGINEERING.

The Bachelor of Science in .

Architecture prepares its students for the practice of Architecture including the provision of professional services in connection with the site, physical planning and designing, construction, enlargement, conservation, renovation, remodeling, restoration or alteration of a building or a group of buildings and the building environment.

Students from the College of Architecture actively joins design competitions. Their graduates do well in the architectural board examination and landed as board topnotchers.

Currently, Arch. Chona E. Ponce, PhD is the Dean of the College of Architecture.

PUP HISTORY BACK IN 1987, THE ARCHITECTURE PROGRAM STARTED FIRST AS A COURSE OFFERING UNDER THE COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE.

The College of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment (CADBE) received its Level II re-accredited status from the AACCUP Accreditation. CADBE is also one of the top performing schools nationwide in the architecture board examinations.

The Architecture and Interior Design courses have produced topnotch graduates and world-renowned architects and interior designers.

Presently, Ar. Jocelyn A. RiveraLutap, FUAP, MSArch, DPA is the Dean of the College of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment.

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UE HISTORY THE UE COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN (CFAD) WAS FOUNDED ON JULY 15, 1964 AT ITS QUEZON CITY CAMPUS. IN 1981, IT TRANSFERRED TO THE UE CALOOCAN CAMPUS.

T h e F i n e A r t s , A r c h i t e c t u r e a n .d Design curricula are centered on both liberal education and studio work linked to the principles of education, with its design subjects now enhanced by advancements in digital art technologies and facilities. .

The UE College of Fine Arts, Architecture and Design opens its doors to serious aspiring artists, architects, and designers who want to fulfill their dreams in the world of art through specialized fields in Visual Communication, Architecture, Interior Design, Painting and Multimedia Arts.

Currently, Arch. Celino B. Santiago is the Dean of the College of Fine Arts, Architecture and Design.

UPCA HISTORY IN 1999, THE UP COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE EARNED THE NATIONAL CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN ARCHITECTURE FROM THE COMMISSION ON HIGHER EDUCATION (CHED) FOR UPCA'S LEADERSHIP IN HIGHER EDUCATION.

The UP College of Architecture officially opened its doors in AY 19561957 as an Architecture Program under the College of Engineering.

In 1961, the Architecture Program was elevated into the College of Architecture and Fine Arts.

In 1990, the Research Program and Extension Program were formally established.

The UPCA marked its golden foundation year in 2006. Presently, the UPCA is one of the leading higher education that offers Architecture and Landscape Architecture.

Presently, the UP College of Architecture is under the leadership of Ar. Grace Ramos, PhD.

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UST HISTORY THE UST COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE IS ONE OF THE FIRST ARCHITECTURAL SCHOOLS IN THE PHILIPPINES ESTABLISHED IN 1930.

As a center of excellence, the UST College of Architecture molds its students to become globally competitive Filipino Thomasian Architects through human expertise and modern technology, advancing research, linkages, and community service.

The UST College of Architecture promotes local and international partnership and linkages to other higher educational institutions as well as architecture and construction industries.

Currently, the Dean of the UST College of Architecture is Ar. Rodolfo P. Ventura, MS.

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RATIONALE In keeping with the tradition of sharing knowledge churned out by academics in the designed and built environment fields, we are hosting the Annual Conference on Architecture and Education (ACARE) 2021 with the theme, “Spatial Revolutions through Transdisciplinary Knowledge Production.”

ACARE 2021 follows a long history of collaboration among educational institutions offering degree programs in Architecture and Landscape Architecture. Over the last sixteen years, conferences have been hosted by different universities in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. This year, the journey comes full circle as the University of the Philippines College of Architecture virtually reopens its doors to once again welcome faculty, students and researchers who have research and creative work to share.

This year, we are expanding the engagement to bring in industry, communities and the public at large to be part of the discussions that will follow the academic presentations. With the goal of making knowledge production more meaningful, targeted beneficiaries will be invited to enable knowledge transfer and application.

OBJECTIVES Bring together academics from different schools of Architecture and Landscape Architecture; Host presentation of Research and Creative Work; and Document and disseminate research presented through an online publication managed by an editorial team composed of representatives from the collaborating schools.

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SPATIAL REVOLUTIONS THROUGH TRANSDISCIPLINARY KNOWLEDGE PRODUCTION Spatial Revolutions amplify the dynamic nature of design concepts as the contexts which they co-create continue to evolve over time. Revolution signifies innovation, which is requisite to creating alternative futures.

Transdisciplinary encounters allow interlapping of specialized knowledge to produce new theories. ACARE 2021, therefore, will host the convergence of provocative ideas that interrogate and shake the status quo in different intensities.

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PROGRAMME

PLENARY SPEAKERS

GRACE C. RAMOS ACARE 2021 Chair

Dean College of Architecture UP Diliman

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CRISTOPHER S.P. ESPINA Former Dean College of Architecture UP Diliman

GERARD REY A. LICO ACARE 2021 Co-Chair

Director Research Program College of Architecture UP Diliman

OPENING REMARKS

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Saturday, June 19, 9:00am-3:30pm

"REFRAMING HERITAGE AND SPACES OF IDENTITY" Host: Prof. Markel Luna

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ARCH. LEANDRO NICHOLAS POCO Bartlett School of Architecture Manila: City Beautiful Lost?

PROF. DENNIS ESTACIO Bulacan State University Conserving Kamestizuhan, the Heritage District Of Malolos, Amidst the Threat of Commercialization

"EXPERIMENTS IN ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY" Host: Prof. Frederick Santos

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PROF. RONALD JOHN B. DALMACIO DLS-CSB School of Architecture A Comparison of the Present and Proposed OR Department of Cardinal Santos Medical Center, Using Evidence-Based Design Criteria

PROF. ILUMINADO QUINTO JR. University of Mindanao Reverberation Time 60 (RT60) of lecture rooms in the Matina Campus of the University of Mindanao

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PROF. JOHN ARVIN MANALOTO University of the Philippines (Diliman) Investigation of the Compressive Strengths of Coconut Shells as Partial Alternative of Coarse Aggregates in Concrete Mix”

MS. ELKE SIMONE TIOTUICO DLS-CSB School of Architecture Designing for Allergies & Air Quality: Architectural Environment Modification for Alleviation of Allergic Sensitization to Air Pollutants in the Urban Indoor Environment

"CREATIVE REALIZATIONS OF THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT" Host: Prof. Frederick Santos

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PROF. CRISTOPHER ESPINA, PROF. RICHARD RINEN, AR. JOHN ERNEST JOSE University of the Philippines (Diliman) COVID Testing Station: Swabbing Station with Biosafety Features

PROF. DAN LICHAUCO National University Arnaiz Residence

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Sunday, June 20, 9:00am-3:30pm

"REIMAGINING URBANISM & LANDSCAPES OF SUSTAINABILITY" Host: Prof. Franklin Fontanoza Jr.

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PROF. ERNESTO B. ABAYA University of the Philippines (Diliman) Assessment of Non-Motorized Transportation Facilities in UP Diliman Campus

ARCH. CECILIA MAY VILLANUEVA PROF. THOMAS MICAL University of Santo Tomas & Jindal School of Art and Architecture Wellbeing in Future Urban Landscapes in the City of Manila

PROF. MINERVA ROSEL PROF. ISIDORO MALAQUE III University of the Philippines Mindanao Urban Dwellers’ Hazard Awareness and Its Implications on Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Toward Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience in Central Business Districts

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"PROVOCATIVE PEDAGOGICAL APPROACHES" Host: Prof. Markel Luna

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MR. ANDRO SERGIO A. SABILLO PROF. JUANITO Y. SY De La Salle University – Dasmariñas Semantics of The Urban Movement System of Dasmarinas City: Analysis of Pedestrian and Vehicular Movement Patterns through Space Syntax Theory

PROF. FREDINEL BANAAG Brown Bauhaus Alternative School of Architecture The Concept of Synchronicity and Diachronicity in the Operation of Architecture

"CREATIVE REALIZATIONS IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT" Host: Prof. Markel Luna

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PROF. VIC DUL-LOOG University of the Philippines Diliman Blue-Green Infrastructure Approach to the National River Park Corridor of the New Clark City

ARCH. FRANCIS XAVIER SANTAROMANA University of the Philippines, Diliman Grand Sierra Pines

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Sunday, June 20, 9:00am-3:30pm

BEST CONFERENCE PAPER Host: Prof. Markel Luna

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LAUNCHING OF MUHON 6 / 7 & SANYATA Host: Dir. Gerard Rey A. Lico

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CLOSING REMARKS

Core School Representatives: Prof. Leah dela Rosa Dean Chona Ponce Dean Gloria Teodoro Dean Jocelyn Rivera-Lutap Dean Grace Ramos

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TURNOVER OF ACARE HOSTING TO 2022 UNIVERSITY HOST ACCEPTANCE OF ACARE 2022 HOSTING BY NEW CHAIR GRATITUDE STATEMENT TO PARTICIPANTS

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LEANDRO NICHOLAS POCO UCL The Bartlett School of Architecture Manila: City Beautiful Lost?

Contact Info Metro Manila’s contemporary socio-spatial inequities and problems with urbanization are usually traced by popular discourse to the incomplete implementation of Daniel Burnham’s City Beautiful masterplan. This unfinished work is further compounded by the poorly managed postwar reconstruction and haphazard growth of the city into a metropolitan region after independence from the United States.

This study reviews the relevant historical timeframes that define the typo-morphological stages of Manila’s spatial development. These stages then become the basis for this study’s use of quantitative spatial network analytical methods under space syntax theory. This methodology is used to understand the Burnham Plan’s spatial network vis-à-vis the city’s prior conditions, and the succeeding post-(non) implementation effects of the Burnham Plan on the eventual present-day spatial network of Manila. This uncovers the underlying spatial configuration of the Burnham Plan’s spatial network, showing how the intent to create a civic core does the opposite and leads to the shifting of spatial network centralities away from the civic spaces proposed by Burnham. In a way, it foreshadows the present-day fragmentation of Metro Manila’s broader spatial network centralities.

This study calls the critical attention of Philippine planning and architecture to add quantitative nuance to the contemporary discourse on Burnham’s City Beautiful Plan for Manila, hopefully to move on from it, and forward to the use of similar quantitative methods in not just researching about, but in planning and designing Philippine Cities.

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PROF. DENNIS ESTACIO Bulacan State University Conserving Kamestizuhan, The Heritage District Of Malolos, Amidst the Threat Of Commercialization

Conservation as a concept and process has its fundamental objective, the protection of cultural property from loss and depletion. Implicit in this is the notion of maintaining living contact with the pass through the identification, transmission, and protection of that which is considered cultural valuable.

Conservation of historic buildings and streets is growing rapidly in many countries, under the threat of commercialization. The historic district in Shanghai, China has been successful in transforming its traditional residential houses as well as its old factories, into a community for creative industry.

This study will pursue the same objective by providing a conservation management plan to rescue Kamestizuhan, the Heritage District of Malolos, to withstand the effects of commercialization to urban morphology. To pursue the objective, the researcher conducted cultural documentation procedures.

Archival resources were reviewed to establish the historical context. Pertinent documents were gathered and reviewed from the City Government of Malolos to identify the past and present plan of actions if there’s any in safeguarding and preserving the heritage district. Records of socio-economic profile of Malolos were also studied to determine the impact of commercialization in Kamestisuhan Heritage District.

Politicians, local historians, academicians, conservation advocates, and other stakeholders were interviewed and the results proved that there is no regulation or concrete policies being implemented strictly by the local government in order to safeguard and protect the Heritage District of Malolos Zones.

With the use of the comparative historical method, local historic towns with successful conservation approach were compared to serve as guide in determining applicable considerations for the proposal.

Photo-documentation, Mapping and inventory were used and findings reveal that some ancestral houses were demolished and sold as effect of commercialization. Surveys also shows that majority of the local has low level of awareness in the historical significance of Kamestisuhan. Ultimately, the study formulated

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PROF. RONALD JOHN DALMACIO DLS-CSB School of Architecture A Comparison of the Present and Proposed OR Department of Cardinal Santos Medical Center, Using Evidence-Based Design Criteria

Designing a Surgery Department in the Philippine setting is a challenge for architects. The lack of information on how to validate design elements can lead to calculable consequences determined by the hospital’s turnover time and profit. More often than not, any architect who will explore a way to design them would initiate into a trial- and-error design process because of the lack of knowledge and information to the needs of both the patients and the staffing – nurses, doctors, office staff, etc.

This design problem is called Design Dilemma by Lauren Thomas (2010). Design Dilemma is experienced whenever a design problem such as how to design an Operating Department leads into a paralysis from the analysis due to the complexity of the users involved, as well as the lack of formal experimentation into the relationship between facility design, and its effects on the operations and ultimately, its results to the outcome in form of number of cases served per day. Krupka, & Sandberg (2006) stated that operating room management focuses on reducing wasted time in order to perform more cases in regular business hours, reduce overtime, or provide a better experience for staff and patients. All of this will be contextualized into Philippine medical facilities which hospital architects in the country need as a guide to newer hospitals in the country in the future. hospital design, evidence-based design, healthcare design, surgery department

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PROF. ILUMINADO QUINTO JR. University of Mindanao Reverberation Time 60 (RT60) of Lecture Rooms in the Matina Campus of the University of Mindanao

The quality of the learning environment in classrooms depends on various factors. Building acoustics would be one of these factors. The two most important issues as regards to this learning environment are excessive background noise and reverberation. They both interfere with the ability of the students to hear, listen, and understand what is spoken. It can lead to an overall reduction in the level of learning. The research focused on reverberation time or RT60.

Standards presuppose that the acceptable range is 0.4 to 0.6 seconds. One second would be the maximum acceptable limit.

The study was conducted at the University of Mindanao, Matina Campus. This university is known for its open admission. This open admission means that all types of students are admitted with all the various levels of preparedness. It was interesting to note that in the 2015 study of that university, the majority of its new students are considered as not ready. The acoustical environment can exacerbate the learning development of most of the students. This descriptive-survey research used multi-stage sampling. The instrument used in determining the RT60 was an Android App called Reverberation Time Pro, which has been installed on the ASUS Z00LD smartphone. Only eleven percent of classrooms are compliant. The features of these compliant classrooms served as a guide for enhancement of the 89% that are not. learning environment, learning development, acoustics, RT60

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PROF. JOHN ARVIN MANALOTO University of the Philippines Investigation of the Compressive Strengths of Coconut Shells as Partial Alternative of Coarse Aggregates in Concrete Mix

As the infrastructure development continues to thrive in the Philippines, the demand for concrete in the construction industry also grows. An aggregate, being one of the major components of concrete plays a vital role in construction. The method of extracting these aggregates entails numerous environmental issues such as land degradation, water pollution, and air and dust pollution. The presence of these non-eco-friendly ways of acquiring raw materials of concrete calls for a need to explore and to find out suitable material to substitute the natural stone. Alternative materials show increasing potential in concrete mix design strategies and provide new opportunities for a number of design conditions.

This paper introduces the usage of agricultural wastes namely the coconut shell as a substitute to coarse aggregates. Context of concrete mix and how standard design measures are enacted. The research incorporated the crushed coconut shell into the concrete mixture as an aggregate. The physical properties of coconut shell as well as the components of concrete were presented. The compressive strength, slump test, concrete density, and air content were also presented. The slump test and compressive strength test were conducted in accordance to ASTM C143 and ASTM C39 respectively. Results show that workability of concrete is slightly affected at increasing replacement of coconut shell. Integration of coconut shell caused a 24 percent concrete strength reduction for every 20 percent coconut shell replacement at 28 days strength. coconut, coarse aggregate, concrete mix

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MS. ELKE SIMONE TIOTUICO DLS-CSB School of Architecture Investigation of the Compressive Strengths of Coconut Shells as Partial Alternative of Coarse Aggregates in Concrete Mix

An increase in prevalence of allergic disorders; allergic asthma, allergic rhinitis, and atopic dermatitis is observed in the urbanized regions of Asia due to the rapid changes in the region’s ambient air quality and environment. Management of allergic disorders can negatively affect the patient’s life because of the urban environmental pollutants the patient is exposed to daily, and low to middle-income countries in the Asian region such as the Philippines are significantly affected by air pollution, due to traffic emissions, and a lack in more renewable sources of energy. 69 percent of the Philippines’ ambient air pollution in 2016 is attributed to traffic emissions according to the DENR, where 90 percent of which is concentrated in the country’s urban capital Metro Manila. Existing studies on clinically advised environment modification for the alleviation of allergic symptoms majorly revolve around the suppression of air pollutants using mechanical air filtering and home behavioral and sanitation practices —showing a lack of research on whether similar results can be achieved through spatial design in a naturally ventilated indoor environment, which is more sustainable and economically accessible compared to the installation and maintenance of mechanical ventilation systems. This study aims to provide a novel means for allergic symptom alleviation through the design of spatial elements that can naturally suppress environmental allergy triggers in the form of common urban air pollutants (PM2.5, PM10, TVOCs, carbon emissions) from entering the indoor environment; namely an air filtering building façade and a cross-ventilated space plan. As the study follows an evidence-based design framework, field measurements for air quality in an existing urban structure were determined using an air quality detector, whose results were set in a three-dimensional model of a standard-sized urban dwelling unit modified with the proposed design elements. The study model was tested for natural airflow and pollutant filtration performance using CFD simulations. Improved passive airflow and pollutant suppression was observed in the simulation of the proposed design elements seeing a consistent 93 percent decrease of all pollutants within the indoor space and an 87 percent increase in air velocity magnitude, provided they are employed together as a system. environmental allergens, indoor air quality design, environmental modification, particulate matter filtration, double-skin green fascade

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PROF. JOHN ERNEST JOSE

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PROF. DAN LICHAUCO National University Arnaiz Residence

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PROF. VIC DUL-LOOG University of the Philippines Blue-Green Infrastructure Approach to the National River Park Corridor of the New Clark City

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ARCH. FRANCIS XAVIER SANTAROMANA University of the Philippines, Diliman Grand Sierra Pines

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PROF. ERNESTO ABAYA University of the Philippines Assessment of Non-Motorized Transportation Facilities in UP Diliman Campus

The study aims to make an assessment of non-motorized transport (NMT) facilities in UP Diliman. An inventory of NMT with their current conditions are presented. Site inspection and pedestrian count at cluster of stretches of roadway sections are conducted. For each cluster, current lack or gaps of walking, cycling and transit facilities in terms of standards and performance are identified. Specifically, the presence of appropriate facilities needed for the safety, convenience and comfort of the commuters, pedestrians and bicyclists are evaluated, such as: road warning signage, road markings, PUV stops, bicycle racks, landscape, sidewalk (pavement condition, height and width), bicycle lanes/tracks, refuge islands, and amenities.

Recommendations of appropriate retooling to fill identified gaps are presented. In order to ensure sustainability of performance of NMT facilities in the campus, an evaluation and monitoring system is also presented. non-motorized transport, pedestrians, bicycle facilities

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PROF. CECILIA MAY VILLANUEVA PROF. THOMAS MICAL University of Santo Tomas

Jindal School of Arts and Architecture

Well-being in Future Urban Landscapes in the City of Manila

Well-being in future urban landscapes are distributed and connected green spaces intertwined with architecture and urbanism as networks and lattices of urban biodiversity. Wellbeing and spirituality in the Filipino culture relates to the calm and peace that can be found in natural surroundings and access to basic needs. Sampaloc District in the City of Manila was one of the areas immediately identified as a hotspot during the early COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines. This may be attributed to the diversity of people interacting in Manila’s University Belt area. High density spaces require more green spaces to mitigate further spread of pandemics as witnessed in the first quarter of the year 2020. Community urban agriculture are healing spaces that provide nourishment and lessens the need to travel for food and health essentials which can be readily available in the community. This study aims to forge partnerships with major stake holders, identifying best practices and consult with experts on possible wellbeing interventions in Manila’s future landscape. Furthermore, this study intends to utilize existing community resources to design grassroots innovations for wellbeing in the current and future tense. A series of focused group discussions and community meetings links collaborative efforts in engaging the different stakeholders in the study area. Collating qualitative data and benchmarking on best practices in urban landscapes was easily disseminated through the use of social media and online platforms. Results show that a linked green infrastructure is best achieved from a bottom’s-up initiative reinforced by technical experts in showcasing grassroots best practices that sustain programs on wellbeing in future landscapes. Devolving leadership at the barangay level strengthens cooperation of public, private, and other agencies. Information and communication technology is vital in maintaining linkages during this time of multiple disruptions. An openness to multi-sectoral collaboration and extending technical expertise to communities are deeply rooted in the Filipinos “bayanihan” spirit. wellbeing, future, urban, landscapes

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PROF. MINERVA ROSEL University of the Philippines, Mindanao

PROF. ISIDORO MALAQUE III University of the Philippines, Mindanao

Urban Dwellers’ Hazard Awareness and Its Implications on Disaster Risk Reduction and Management toward Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience in Central Business Districts

The role of urban design in disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) is becoming more significant especially this time of COVID-19 pandemic. All over the world, transmission rates are highest where cities are mostly crowded, facing the same threats from other forms of urban disasters. With rapid urbanization of the global population, the rates are highest in Asian countries. For example, in the Philippines particularly in Mindanao, with Davao City as one of the major hubs in southern region, highly urbanized cities are sprouting alongside aggressive infrastructure development. While cities are often associated with economic progress, the increasing population and urban congestion make them vulnerable to the threats of natural (e.g., flooding) and man-made (e.g., terrorism) hazards and disasters, including this current pandemic.

Minded on the hazards brought by flooding and earthquake, this research was conducted shortly before the emergence of COVID-19 virus in 2019. This paper aims to assess the basic hazards awareness of the city population, particularly in the central business district (CBD), as prerequisite for urban resilience. As the study sought to understand the perception from the urban community at risk, the respondents’ literacy level was primarily considered. Alongside related terminologies used in risk communications as practiced by the authorities, terms used in DRRM initiatives were surveyed on how they were well-understood by the respondents. Finally, the respondent’s literacy level (or educational background) was analyzed in relation to the level of their hazard awareness.

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Funded by the University of the Philippines Mindanao In-House Research Grant, a comprehensive survey covering more than 1,000 respondents from the daytime population of Barangay Poblacion (Davao City’s CBD to represent urban population) was conducted in the latter half of 2019 prior to the community quarantine restrictions due to COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to the annual cycle of inundation and flash floods, incidentally, Davao City (and its nearby cities and towns in the region) experienced a phenomenal swarm of earthquakes around the same research period, from September to December of 2019. On one hand, while the survey focused on the five (5) most prevalent disasters in the study area–to include typhoon, flooding, landslide, fire, and earthquake–the respondents’ awareness on other hazard types were probed.

On the other hand, existing government policies and programs on climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction and management were examined as to how they are translated into community development and other forms of interventions. Research results show that majority of the daytime urban population are in the early and prime working age, and are mostly literate.

However, despite their high educational background, they have low awareness on hazards, and their recall on experiences in disasters is short-term. Majority of them are not able to identify which hazard they are most susceptible to, hence, not aware of the dangers that the hazards bring them. Furthermore, DRRM related terminologies are poorly understood. In conclusion, this study is hoped to provide a basis for integrating risk communication in the architectural and urban design interventions toward sustainable and resilient built environment.

Hazard awareness, risk communication, urban resilience, resilient cities, urban risk reduction, Mindanao urbanization, Davao City

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PMR. ANDRO SERGIO SABILLO De La Salle University, Dasmariñas

PROF. JUANITO Y. SY De La Salle University, Dasmariñas

Semantics of The Urban Movement System of Dasmarinas City: Analysis of Pedestrian and Vehicular Movement Patterns Through Space Syntax Theory

Despite the communal benefits of urbanization, population density hinders developing cities because of its growing complexity on movement and social interactions. Once a municipality, the growing suburban city of Dasmariñas today faces traffic congestions, scarcity of paths, and pedestrian conflicts that troubles mass transport and movement. By principle of proactiveness, the city must be equipped to smartly tackle these movement and spatial inefficiencies. The purpose of this research is to analyze the city’s current spatial system and to explore what the local government’s provisions and other possibilities might entail in the city’s pedestrian and vehicular movement system.

To operationalize, the researcher used Space Syntax, a theory and methodology that can visualize changes on a spatial system. Space syntax can analyze spatial configuration and quantify integration or how easy can people go to a space, and choice or how often a space is in between each two spaces of the system. These properties can be informative in comparing them with surrounding contexts such as land-use, road width, movement patterns, and routes. The theory also allows to analyze in different radii or scales of movement–useful for the city’s varying movement ranges.

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In Dasmariñas, the movement systems to consider were (1) vehicular system, spatially represented by the city’s road network, and (2) pedestrian system, represented by pedestrian paths on selected cases of nodes that are intersections of major thoroughfares. The systems were analyzed in different scenarios: (1) the city’s present state, (2) the system with government provisions, and (3) the system with informed recommendations of the researcher. Each significant change in each scenario were separately analyzed to distinguish their causes.

In the present city’s vehicular system, analysis found that the spatial structure discourages walkability. The analysis also highlighted several roads and avenues that need to be decongested. Upon comparing the analysis with surrounding land use and movement contexts, several conflicts and inconsistencies arose and should be reevaluated. The study then analyzed the city provisions and found that one of the four provisions significantly addressed an observed congestion. However, another provision challenges the preparedness of the city by opening a new possible congestion. Other provisions require coordinating with adjacent cities and municipalities to be effective. The city provisions focused more on global movement interventions but lack retrofitting local pedestrian spatial structures. From these analyses, the researcher recommends enhancing the spatial system by activating undeveloped, unfinished, and disconnected roads of the city.

This system was reiteratively tweaked and analyzed to address the observed problems.

Bypassing through huge private blocks of land brought significant solutions–showing evidence to rethink priorities on convenience against privacy. Lastly, to address conflicts on the pedestrian scale, spatial analysis and urban design was conducted on the pedestrian nodes. The design features strategically oriented and highly integrated underpasses that catalyzes ease of pedestrian navigation and synchronized use of space. This study initiates Space Syntax research in the urban system of Cavite and Southern Luzon that shall equip decision makers and developers with information for future planning interventions.

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PROF. FREDINEL BANAAG Mapua University The Concept of Synchronicity and Diachronicity in the Operation of Architecture

Saussure introduced synchronicity and diachronicity as causal temporal dimensions of linguistics being: synchronic (from the Greek, syn – together; and kronos – time); and diachronic (dia as through; and kronos – time), respectively referring to the study of language at a particular time, usually the present and over layers of time. In many aspects architecture has been associated with language through the form-word – meaning, structure-grammar, and through the devices such as syntax, semantics, narratives, metaphors, perspective, anticipation and others. These have enriched the understanding of architecture, its inherent behavior, attributes and operation so that architecture in itself is accepted as a form of language.

This paper addresses the questions on how and what nuances of the causal linguistic concepts of synchronicity and diachronicity that can be employed in informing and in the production of architecture. These nuances will be examined using the framework of the architectural interface of form, function, structure and technology/techniques.

Whereas synchronicity may refer to the simultaneous movement or function of the interfaced components towards a shared goal or with divergent goals; their simultaneity at any instance will define the character of the synchronicity. All architecture as in any systematic ensemble has imperfect synchronicity and diachronicity. A perfectly diachronic architecture will continuously evolve by itself in its synchronous existence over time. Architecture that has ceased to evolve emulates the vernacular that acquires a frozen temporal identity with its synchronicity suspended in time.

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On the other hand, the diachronicities of the myriad elements in the architectural interface may independently develop but these diachronic elements may also obey certain higher synchronicities. For instance the structural ensemble have longer diachronic lifespan than the functional program, which may have adopted divergent functionalities corresponding to the situations and circumstances over time, than on the time it was designed. For this reason alone, making an old structure relive its past glory according to its former synchronicities is flawed from the very start.

The zeitgeist when it was conceived and built can never be prompted to return and re-inhabit the resurrected structure. The only justifiable environment is to let it adopt a new set of synchronicities that may go well with the old but refurbished diachronicities. Therefore, to design is to provide for the interfaced synchronicities that can be conceived to seamlessly adopt its inherent diachronicities so that it can flexibly adjust to the new ones that may come. There is always an opposition when a famous structure with its inherent synchronicities/diachronicities is torn down for it has become obsolete. Perhaps a valid factor in retaining such structure is by way of nostalgia for the cultural artifact and its attached cultural or historical significance.

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MUHON

JOURNAL LAUNCH

Muhon is a journal of Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and the Designed Environment from the UP College of Architecture.

This journal accepts original works that have not been previously published. It welcomes contributions related to a variety of issue areas. Likewise, Muhon accepts publication research, technical and philosophical papers, as well as opinion essays.

Muhon serves as an avenue for publishing creative and professional works of architects in the academe. These documented works must highlight new bodies of knowledge applied to or generated by the projects.

Nappy L. Navarra, PhD Editor-in-Chief of the first Online Edition of Muhon

Gerard Rey A. Lico, PhD Incoming Editor-in-Chief of Muhon Specific Editor-in-Chiefs by thematic area.

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SANYATA

JOURNAL LAUNCH

Sanyata is a peer-reviewed journal of creative works of the Philippine Built Environment from the UP College of Architecture.

"Sanyata" is derived from Ilokano which means beauty and light.

Sanyata serves as a platform to disseminate the creative works crafted in the realm of the built environment which covers architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, and urban and environmental design.

The journal accepts commissioned and peer-reviewed articles about creative outputs that address, analyze, or reflect on history, design, technology, urbanism, teaching and spatial theories of the designed and built environment.

Gerard Rey A. Lico, PhD Incoming Editor-in-Chief of Sanyata

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LIST OF SPEAKERS "REFRAMING HERITAGE AND SPACES OF IDENTITY"

ARCH. LEANDRO NICHOLAS POCO

"EXPERIMENTS IN ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY"

Bartlett School of Architecture

PROF. RONALD JOHN B. DALMACIO

Manila: City Beautiful Lost?

DLS-CSB School of Architecture

PROF. DENNIS ESTACIO Bulacan State University

A Comparison of the Present and Proposed OR Department of Cardinal Santos Medical Center, Using Evidence-Based Design Criteria

Conserving Kamestizuhan, the Heritage District Of Malolos, Amidst the Threat of Commercialization

PROF. ILUMINADO QUINTO JR. University of Mindanao

REIMAGINING URBANISM & LANDSCAPES OF SUSTAINABILITY"

Reverberation Time 60 (RT60) of lecture

PROF. ERNESTO B. ABAYA

University of Mindanao

University of the Philippines (Diliman) Assessment of Non-Motorized Transportation Facilities in UP Diliman Campus

rooms in the Matina Campus of the

PROF. JOHN ARVIN MANALOTO University of the Philippines (Diliman) Investigation of the Compressive Strengths of

ARCH. CECILIA MAY VILLANUEVA PROF. THOMAS MICAL

Coconut Shells as Partial Alternative of Coarse Aggregates in Concrete Mix”

University of Santo Tomas & Jindal School of Art and Architecture Wellbeing in Future Urban Landscapes in the City

MS. ELKE SIMONE TIOTUICO DLS-CSB School of Architecture

of Manila Designing for Allergies & Air Quality:

PROF. MINERVA ROSEL PROF. ISIDORO MALAQUE III University of the Philippines Mindanao Urban Dwellers’ Hazard Awareness and Its Implications on Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Toward Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience in Central Business Districts

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Architectural Environment Modification for Alleviation of Allergic Sensitization to Air Pollutants in the Urban Indoor Environment

LIST OF SPEAKERS "PROVOCATIVE PEDAGOGICAL APPROACHES"

MR. ANDRO SERGIO A. SABILLO PROF. JUANITO Y. SY

ARCH. FRANCIS XAVIER SANTAROMANA

De La Salle University – Dasmariñas

University of the Philippines, Diliman

Semantics of The Urban Movement System of

Grand Sierra Pines

Dasmarinas City: Analysis of Pedestrian and Vehicular Movement Patterns through Space Syntax Theory

PROF. FREDINEL BANAAG Brown Bauhaus Alternative School of Architecture The Concept of Synchronicity and Diachronicity in the Operation of Architecture

CREATIVE REALIZATIONS IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT"

PROF. CRISTOPHER ESPINA, PROF. RICHARD RINEN, AR. JOHN ERNEST JOSE University of the Philippines (Diliman) COVID Testing Station: Swabbing Station with Biosafety Features

epea_manila@yahoo.com

PROF. DAN LICHAUCO National University Arnaiz Residence

dlichauco@archionarchitects.com

PROF. VIC DUL-LOOG University of the Philippines Diliman Blue-Green Infrastructure Approach to the National River Park Corridor of the New Clark City

vldulloog@up.edu.ph

fls@santaromanadesigns.com

HOST INSTITUTION ACARE 2021

UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES College of Architecture UPCA Complex, University of the Philippines, Diliman Campus, Quezon City, Philippines 1101

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CONFERENCE SECRETARIAT UP COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE STEERING COMMITTEE

PROF. GRACE C. RAMOS, PHD ACARE 2021 Chair

PROF. GERARD REY A. LICO, PHD ACARE 2021 Co-Chair

PROF. AARON JULIUS M. LECCIONES, MSC. ACARE 2021 Co-Chair

TECHNICAL COMMITTEE

PROF. MARIE EDRALINE BELGA Extension Services Program

ARCH. TRICIA GRAFIL Research Program

MS. CHRISTINE MARIE MAGPILE, LPT Research Program

ARCH. SARAH MOUSSAVI Graduate Student Teaching Associate

ARCH. EJ ROSARIO Extension Services Program

CONFERENCE PROGRAM EDITORIAL BOARD AARON JULIUS M. LECCIONES, MSC Director, Extension Services Program College of Architecture University of the Philippines, Diliman

amlecciones@up.edu.ph

GERARD REY A. LICO, PHD Director, Research Program College of Architecture University of the Philippines, Diliman

galico@up.edu.ph

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SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL REVIEW PANEL Dean Chona E. Ponce, PhD (National University) Dean Gloria B. Teodoro, PhD (Mapua University) Dean Jocelyn Rivera-Lutap (Polytechnic University of the Philippines) Dr. Leah P. de la Rosa (University of Santo Tomas) Dr. Gerard Lico, PhD (University of the Philippines) Dr. Nappy Navarra (University of the Philippines)

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