Tropical Design Book

Chris Andrei Detecio

Mountain Site Dave Baybay

TROPICAL DESIGN Tricia Nicole Sultan

ARC214 Bianca Ashley Palomar

ARC 214 TROPICAL DESIGN Tropical architecture is the design that focuses and responds to the climatic conditions of the tropics. It studies the significant influences that impact architecture in tropical regions and develops passive strategies to lessen heat gain.

Ar. Reynald R. Bernaldo He is a Dumaguete based Architect that specializes in Tropical Modern Design.

The Folding Box Folding is a systematic method that transforms planar material into three dimensional geometries with structural depth.

The term ‘box’ is used as a generic term that denotes a traditionally formed space with a floor, walls and a ceiling. To explore ideas that are creative and unusual and that are not limited or controlled by rules or tradition.

(For educational purposes)

Dave Baybay Chris Andrei Detecio Tricia Nicole Sultan Bianca Ashley Palomar

CONTENTS

Contents 00 Design Process 01 Design Concept 02 Project Brief 03 Site Analysis 04 Floor Plan 05 Elevations 06 Sections 07 Axonometric 08 Perspectives 09 Rendered Perspectives 10

01 DESIGN PROCESS

Bahay Kubo inspired design especially how the parts of the house is best suited for tropical regions.

Lean into a more modern and innovative Bahay Kubo design.

Thought about tropical designs that can best suit the house and practicality.

02 DESIGN CONCEPT

Franqueza

openness in Spanish The users wanted to have the feeling of being one with nature therefore our team incorporated the concept of openness to the design.

It will then be elaborated further in the book.

They wanted a small house that is based on Vernacular Architecture specifically the Bahay Kubo, since the clients wanted to have the traditional Filipino look to their very own abode.

DESIGN CONCEPT

OPENNESS Franqueza is openness in Spanish. It is the sensation of being in the open, on the edge, with arms spread, and it is also the view and the light.

Openness can also serve in functional purposes such as promoting natural ventilation, enhancing scenic views, and encouraging the relationship between human dwellings and the natural world.

VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE Vernacular Architecture in the Philippines denotes to the indigenous, folk, tribal, ethnic or traditional architecture found among the different ethnolinguistic communities here in the country.

The majority of vernacular built forms are homes, either permanent or temporary, made by the owners, by groups that gather building materials, or by regional artisans or craftsmen with specialized training.

BAHAY KUBO A common type of dwelling in lowland and coastal areas during the Pre-Hispanic Philippines. “Bahay” is a Tagalog word for house while “Kubo” is from the Spanish “cubo”, meaning cube. The house is raised above the ground to allow for proper ventilation since the flooring is made of bamboo, and also to avoid flooding.

03 PROJECT BRIEF

The students were allocated to different sites--- urban, beach, and mountain. Our team was assigned at the mountain site.

We were tasked to create and design a single residential building in line with the desires of the clients.

The class went on a site visit last November 30, 2023 at Nabago, Zamboanguita. We got to meet and interview the clients.

04 SITE ANALYSIS

NEGROS ORIENTAL ZAMBOANGUITA

Nabago Elementary School

BAGACAY ZAMBOANGUITA

SITE ANALYSIS

GREEN HOUSE

trees found: banana, mango, ‘lumboy’, coconut views present at site: mountain view sea horizon

main access road: rough road quiet very close to nature

05 FLOOR PLAN

Placing the living room in the southern part of the house, we acknowledge the inherent warmth of this area.

Therefore, we incorporated a lanai to shield the living room from direct solar heat. To enhance ventilation and maximize natural light, we opted for larger window openings, eliminating the need for artificial lighting within the house.

The kitchen is situated in the southwest of the house, deliberately placed in the warmest region to harness heat that aids in preventing bacterial growth in damp conditions.

This placement is a strategic measure to mitigate moisture in the kitchen. Similarly, the toilet and bath are positioned in the southern part of the house for the same purpose.

The bedroom is positioned at the rear, facing north to benefit from cool winds and avoid excessive heat exposure. A balcony is added to provide access to the rear, where residents can relax while enjoying the scenic mountain view.

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04 03

Lanai

01

Living Area Dining Area Kitchen

02

Toilet and Bath

03

Masters Bedroom

04

Porch

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02

01

06 AXONOMETRIC

Concrete is the main construction material of the home, it is because concrete offers immense strength and durability. Since the users of the home does not always stay there, the home must stand the test of time. It can resist water and even fire when planned and constructed properly. It is also eco-friendly because it can be produced locally and in todays world there are sustainable materials used.

Bamboo is also used since it is the most locally produced material here in the island.

Bamboo is a reasonable alternative in approaching sustainable construction.

It has great tensile strength, is flexible, and resistant to lateral shocks from earthquakes.

As ceilings, amakan woven panels are used to give a more vernacular touch to the home. It can bring an instant tropical flair just like the Bahay Kubos.

Amakan woven matting is a type of traditional woven splitbamboo mats used as walls, paneling, or wall cladding here in the country. Nowadays there are fireproof amakan mats.

AXONOMETRIC VIEW 01

AXONOMETRIC VIEW 02

07 ELEVATIONS

In the southern section of the house, we installed jalousie windows alongside a combination of louvers. The utilization of jalousie windows ensures optimal airflow, contributing to enhanced energy efficiency. Additionally, the louvers play a role in regulating both airflow and the penetration of natural light.

A bi-fold door, rather than conventional double sliding doors, divides the porch and the master bedroom. A notable advantage of bi-fold doors is their ability to usher in an abundance of natural light. They facilitate a seamless transition between the interior and exterior, fostering a connection with the surrounding nature.

FRONT VIEW

REAR VIEW

ELEVATIONS

In the kitchen area, sliding windows are applied for natural light to come in and can offer an unobstructed view of the mountains located Northwest.

To savor the mountain view in the Northwest, we used a mix of awning and fixed windows even in the toilet and bath. It is also one of the requests of the client to have an outdoor bathroom.

Despite being a private space, being connected with nature can still be applied with the help of the windows.

RIGHT SIDE VIEW

LEFT SIDE VIEW

08 SECTIONS

The concrete stilts of the house allows for the circulation of cool air beneath, contributing to a naturally cooler interior. This design choice not only enhances the cooling effect but also maximizes the scenic views of the sea horizon to the Southeast and the mountain view to the Northwest.

Elevated ceilings, particularly when accompanied by ceiling fans, enhance the effective distribution of heated or cooled air. The architectural feature employed in the roof is known as a clerestory roof.

Clerestories serve the dual purpose of illuminating the interior with natural light and aiding ventilation by allowing rising hot air to be replaced by cooler air from below.

Specifically, clerestory windows on the eastern facade invite morning light and glimpses of greenery without compromising privacy.

As for the flooring of the interior and exterior floors, we used Yakal wood since it has resistance to decay, and moisture. Its hardness and fine texture make it easy to carve intricate designs into the surface of the wood while maintaining its structural integrity.

CROSS SECTION

LONGITUDINAL SECTION

09 PERSPECTIVES

09 PERSPECTIVES

10 RENDERED PERSPECTIVES

EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVES

RENDERED PERSPECTIVES

LANAI

MASTERS BEDROOM

DINING AREA & KITCHEN

INTERIOR PERSPECTIVES