manga fish port:

sustainable enhancement through aqua-architecture and biophilic design

An ineffective approach of designing and building Manga Fish port have made it unsustainable and underutilize. This is where the study comes in, by providing a broad overview of how design may solve these issues, as well as determining the extent to which architecture can mitigate and avoid the damage already caused.

The proposed structure’s governing concept is inspired by embracing one’s presence in the surroundings. Not being an impediment to the natural environment, which has long commanded the site’s grandeur panorama. The fish port is linked to relevant systems that offer solutions to inefficient space programming and underutilization. A longterm impact regarding its architecture provides flexibility and humility to its design.

Manga Fish Port, enjoy the ebb and flow of tides but may be subject to storm surges, typhoons, tsunamis, and sea level rise therefore there is a need to re-evaluate the architectural anatomy of this port. The concept of ‘Aqua-architecture’ and Biophilic Design would be beneficial in Manga Fish port.

The design aims to bring Tropical Brutalism to commercial edifices by utilizing materials such as concrete and wood that are easily sanitized in light of the structure’s handling of food resources that will later be distributed in various homes. It also aims to change people’s perceptions of fish ports and markets by incorporating passive cooling and high ceilings that make use of air flow and natural lighting.

Several factors that have plagued fish port design will be considered in the design. Concerns regarding ineffective post-harvest facilities, insufficient space for locals, underutilization of the site, parking, access, and waste management, to name a few are primarily addressed through Aqua-Architecture and Biophilic Design.

Even in its dilapidated state, the structure has long been adored by the public due to its ambiance and location, which offers a picturesque view of the mountains and mangrove forest. The proposed fish port will be more than just a fish port; it will be a vibrant fish market, a raison d’être for the city, an urban connector, and a pioneer in introducing Aqua-Architecture and Biophilic Design to the province. Improving existing port operations while providing generous open-space amenity maximizes the potential of the coastal barangay and ensures that this asset is accessible to all.