ADAMSON UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE TYPE YOUR TITLE HERE. THE APA RECOMMENDATION FOR TITLE LENGTH SHOULD NOT EXCEED 12 WORDS A Thesis Proposal Presented to the College of Architecture Adamson University In Partial Fulfillment
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TYPE YOUR TITLE HERE. THE APA RECOMMENDATION
FOR TITLE LENGTH SHOULD NOT EXCEED 12 WORDS
A Thesis Proposal Presented to the
College of Architecture
Adamson University
In Partial Fulfillment
Of the Requirements of the Degree
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS GRADUATE SCHOOL PAGE
By
YOUR NAME HERE (FN, MN, LN)
MARCH 2015
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This section is to give credit to academic staff in your department and in
other departments, institutions, organizations or companies, funding bodies, and
individuals (Past students, Family *, Friends *) who have been of help during the
project, for instance by supporting it financially or by giving feedback on the text
during its composition and revising stages.
Acknowledgements contain the following elements:
Full name of all individuals who are being thanked.
A brief statement as to what kind of help the writer has received
from each individual, group of people, scholarship, etc.
* If you wish to acknowledge the help of family members or friends make sure
you restrict the wording of your thanks to a relatively formal register.
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ABSTRACT
This section is limited to 100-150 words (approximately 12-15 lines), singly spaced and must include at least four (4) keywords. Provide a brief overview of the proposal that gives a reader a basic understanding of your proposal and encourages her or him to read more.
Keywords: architecture, urban design, built environment, sense of place
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TITLE PAGE I
APPROVAL SHEETII
ENGLISH EDITING CERTIFICATIONIV
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ABSTRACT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
LIST OF TABLES
LIST OF FIGURES
LIST OF GRAPHS
THE INTRODUCTION
1.1. BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY1.2. STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM1.3. OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY1.4. SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY1.5. CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK1.6. PROJECT SCOPE, LIMITATIONS & DELIMITATIONS1.7. DEFINITION OF TERMS
THE LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1. REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE2.2. CASE STUDIES2.3. RESEARCH PARADIGM2.4. SYNTHESIS
THE RESEARCH METHOD
3.1. RESEARCH DESIGN3.2. DATA GATHERING3.3. DATA PROCESSING
RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS
4.1. PROJECT PROFILE AND ANALYSIS
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4.1.1. Overview4.1.2. Project Issues4.1.3. Legal Framework
4.2. SITE ANALYSIS4.2.1. Site Selection and Justification4.2.2. Regional Profile4.2.3. Site Profile
4.3. SPATIAL ANALYSIS4.3.1. User Analysis4.3.2. Definition of Space4.3.3. Building Technology and Utilities4.3.4. Survey Data Analysis4.3.5. Economics of Construction4.3.6. Environmental Condition and Environmental Impact
4.4. CONCEPTUAL ANALYSIS4.4.1. Architectural Theories and Principles Applied in the
Design4.4.2. Design Philosophy4.4.3. Design Concept4.4.4. Correlation of Project Objectives, Design Objectives and
Design Considerations4.4.5. Preliminary Study
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
5.1. SUMMARY OF FINDINGS5.2. CONCLUSION5.3. RECOMMENDATION
REFERENCES
APPENDICES
APPENDIX 1: PHOTO DOCUMENTATIONAPPENDIX 2: SURVEYAPPENDIX 3: TIMETABLE FOR RESEARCHAPPENDIX 4: BUDGETARY REQUIREMENTS
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
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LIST OF TABLES
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TABLE 1: INFLUENCES CRITERIA FOR THE SELECTED CASE STUDY AREAS
TABLE 2: BLIGHT FACTOR AND CRITERIA
TABLE 3: RESPONDENTS BY AGE
TABLE 4: RESPONDENTS BY GENDER
TABLE 5: RESPONDENTS BY EDUCATION
TABLE 6: RESPONDENTS BY RESIDENCY
TABLE 7: PERCEPTION SYMBOLS USED IN THE PERCEPTION SURVEY
TABLE 8: FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE OF RESPONSES FOR THE PERCEPTION SURVEY
TABLE 9: PERCEPTION SYMBOL USED IN THE VISUAL SURVEY
TABLE 10: FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE OF RESPONSES BASED ON THE PERCEPTION SYMBOL LIVELY IN CONTRAST TO THE RESIDENCY CATEGORY OF RESPONDENTS
TABLE 11: FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE OF RESPONSES BASED ON THE PERCEPTION SYMBOL SAFE IN CONTRAST TO THE RESIDENCY CATEGORY OF RESPONDENTS
TABLE 12: FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE OF RESPONSES BASED ON THE PERCEPTION SYMBOL PLEASANT IN CONTRAST TO THE RESIDENCY CATEGORY OF RESPONDENTS
TABLE 13: FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE OF RESPONSES BASED ON THE PERCEPTION SYMBOL CLEAN IN CONTRAST TO THE RESIDENCY CATEGORY OF RESPONDENTS
TABLE 14: FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE OF RESPONSES BASED ON THE PERCEPTION SYMBOL OLD AND HISTORIC IN CONTRAST TO THE RESIDENCY CATEGORY OF RESPONDENTS
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TABLE 15: FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE OF RESPONSES BASED ON THE PERCEPTION SYMBOL MODERNIZED IN CONTRAST TO THE RESIDENCY CATEGORY OF RESPONDENTS
TABLE 16: FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE OF RESPONSES BASED ON THE PERCEPTION SYMBOL DEPRESSING IN CONTRAST TO THE RESIDENCY CATEGORY OF RESPONDENTS
TABLE 17: FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE OF RESPONSES BASED ON THE PERCEPTION SYMBOL UNATTRACTIVE IN CONTRAST TO THE RESIDENCY CATEGORY OF RESPONDENTS
TABLE 18: FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE OF RESPONSES BASED ON THE PERCEPTION SYMBOL CHAOTIC/ CONFUSING IN CONTRAST TO THE RESIDENCY CATEGORY OF RESPONDENTS
TABLE 19: FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE OF RESPONSES BASED ON THE POSITIVE PERCEPTION SYMBOLS
TABLE 20: FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE OF RESPONSES BASED ON THE NEGATIVE PERCEPTION SYMBOLS
TABLE 21: COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS
TABLE 22: BARANGAY ACTION PLAN TO BLIGHT FACTOR.
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LIST OF FIGURES
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FIGURE 1: CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK SHOWING THE AMALGAMATION OF THE THEORIES.
FIGURE 2: ESPAÑA BOULEVARD CASE STUDY FROM THE STREETS OF BLEMENTRITT TO P.NOVAL
FIGURE 3: AVENIDA RIZAL CASE STUDY FROM THE STREETS OF CLARO M. RECTO TO CARRIEDO
FIGURE 4: ESCOLTA CASE STUDY FROM THE STREETS OF PLAZA SANTA CRUZ TO Q. PAREDES
FIGURE 5: SIX STRATEGIC LOCATIONS USED IN THE SURVEY DATA SET FOR ESPAÑA BOULEVARD.
FIGURE 6: SIX STRATEGIC LOCATIONS USED IN THE SURVEY DATA SET FOR RIZAL AVENUE.
FIGURE 7: SIX STRATEGIC LOCATIONS USED IN THE SURVEY DATA SET FOR ESCOLTA STREET.
FIGURE 8: ONLINE SURVEY FORMAT
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LIST OF GRAPHS
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GRAPH 1: DISTRIBUTION OF RESPONDENTS BY AGE
GRAPH 2: TOTAL PERCENTAGE OF RESPONDENTS BY AGE
GRAPH 3: DISTRIBUTION OF RESPONDENTS BY GENDER
GRAPH 4: TOTAL PERCENTAGE OF RESPONDENTS BY GENDER
GRAPH 5: DISTRIBUTION OF RESPONDENTS BY EDUCATION
GRAPH 6: TOTAL PERCENTAGE OF RESPONDENTS BY EDUCATION
GRAPH 7: DISTRIBUTION OF RESPONDENTS BY RESIDENCY
GRAPH 8: TOTAL PERCENTAGE OF RESPONDENTS BY RESIDENCY
GRAPH 9: DISTRIBUTION OF PERCEPTION SURVEY RESPONSES
GRAPH 10: MANILA IS PERCEIVED BY THE OBSERVER AS OLD AND HISTORIC (IN PERCENTAGE)
GRAPH 11: MANILA IS PERCEIVED BY THE OBSERVER AS MODERNIZING (IN PERCENTAGE)
GRAPH 12: MANILA IS PERCEIVED BY THE OBSERVER AS CLEAN (IN PERCENTAGE)
GRAPH 13: MANILA IS PERCEIVED BY THE OBSERVER AS SAFE (IN PERCENTAGE)
GRAPH 14: MANILA IS PERCEIVED BY THE OBSERVER AS UNATTRACTIVE (IN PERCENTAGE)
GRAPH 15: THREE STREETS IN MANILA PERCEIVED AS LIVELY
GRAPH 16: THREE STREETS IN MANILA PERCEIVED AS SAFE
GRAPH 17: THREE STREETS IN MANILA PERCEIVED AS PLEASANT
GRAPH 18: THREE STREETS IN MANILA PERCEIVED AS CLEAN
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GRAPH 19: THREE STREETS IN MANILA PERCEIVED AS OLD AND HISTORIC
GRAPH 20: THREE STREETS IN MANILA PERCEIVED AS MODERNIZED
GRAPH 21: THREE STREETS IN MANILA PERCEIVED AS DEPRESSING
GRAPH 22: THREE STREETS IN MANILA PERCEIVED AS UNATTRACTIVE
GRAPH 23: THREE STREETS IN MANILA PERCEIVED AS CHAOTIC/ CONFUSING
GRAPH 24: DISTRIBUTION OF VISUAL SURVEY RESPONSES
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CHAPTER 1
THE INTRODUCTION
The purpose of the introduction is to supply the reader with the history
pertinent to the problem being studied; to inform the reader of the nature of the
problem being studied; to inform the reader the extent literature dealing with
the problem; and to inform the reader of the architectural significance of the
problem. The introduction should communicate the author’s comprehensive
grasp of the field(s) pertinent to the problem being investigated.
1.1. BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
This is a general introduction to the topical area. It is a general, broad
statement that provides an overview of the area involving your study. Guiding
questions for this area are:
1. Why is this an important area?
2. What has been the historical development of the topic?
3. Are there different points of view about the topic?
4. Have there been significant investigations, studies, or reports
concerning the topical area?
5. What is the current status of the area of your interest?
6. What are the major outstanding concerns in the general area?
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1.2. STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
Since the introduction has given a broad, general background to the
study, this should be very specific in nature. The statement of the problem might
begin with the words, "The problem of the study is...." or "This study will address
the problem of..." Guiding questions for this area are:
1. Does the problem pose significance to architecture?
2. Will the problem present data that explains previously
unexplained facts?
3. Will the problem serve as a point of departure for the study that
leads to the design solution?
You can start by introducing the Core Problem as a general overview.
Provide a MINIMUM OF THREE SPECIFIC statement of the problem.
1.3. OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY
This section provides you with an opportunity to tell the reader the
overall purpose of your study. The focus of the study should be stated here in
the form of Goal(s) or Aim(s) and the objectives of how to achieve the goal(s)
must be stated. For a thesis, include research questions to be answered and/or
hypotheses. Guiding questions are:
Is the question directly related to the review of the literature?
1. Does the question help clarify the problem statement?
2. Does the question project a bias?
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3. Is it possible to misinterpret the question?
4. Is the objective specific and clearly stated?
5. Is the objective directly related to the review of the literature?
6. Is each hypothesis clearly stated?
7. Are the hypotheses testable?
Provide a MINIMUM OF THREE objectives.
1.4. SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
This section provides answers as to what the study will contribute. It
should specifically state the value of the study. Why is this study important?
1.5. CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
A conceptual framework occurs when a researcher “links” concepts
from literature to “establish” evidence (which represent self-perceived
solutions/approaches) to support the need for the research question (which
is/are yet to be validated thru applicable tests). In the Architecture Thesis
program, these research questions are the STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM/S. The
conceptual framework can be in any format like I-P-O (input-process-output,
different from RESEARCH PARADIGM), simplified organigram or any
representational diagrams.
OutputProcessInput
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As can be seen in the figure above, the fundamental components of
systems theory are the:
(a) identification of the system,
(b) inputs (concepts), process (often called throughput), output
definitions, and a feedback loop.
If somebody else has already and linked these concepts with valid
previous research and studies, they made a theoretical framework which can be
used as a "ready made map" for other future scientists/researchers to guide
their own research questions. A theoretical framework also shows how the
current researcher links the different concepts, theories, principles, findings from
previous existing valid studies (based from a thorough REVIEW OF RELATED
LITERATURE) in order to support his/her research questions. A theoretical
framework can also give the reader a summary of the researcher’s
comprehensive review of related literature.
1.6. PROJECT SCOPE, LIMITATIONS & DELIMITATIONS
Project Scope – explains the project component included in the project.
The spaces are described and determined by their hierarchal importance:
principal activity, progression spaces and auxiliary areas.
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Limitations – these are constraints to the study that are beyond your
control but that may influence the data. Limitations may emerge at any time
during your study.
Delimitations – deliberately self-imposed constraints on the research.
You define the boundaries in the problem area within which the study will be
done, and the population or situation to which the findings may apply.
1.7. DEFINITION OF TERMS
The First Part should include the TECHNICAL DEFINITION OF THE
PROPOSED TITLE. The Second Part should include IMPORTANT TERMS AND
CONCEPTS USED IN THE STUDY are adequately analyzed and defined. Assign a
precise meaning to commonplace words of importance. You could also INCLUDE
THE ABBREVIATIONS used within the research work.
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CHAPTER 2
THE LITERATURE REVIEW
This chapter includes all types of materials reviewed, conceptual
literature which came from books. Related studies both local and foreign
consisting mainly of peer reviewed journals. Your aim is to show how the
present study relates to the existing knowledge and previous studies in terms of
both similarities and differences. The formal sub-sections for this chapter are;
2.1. REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE
Must be comprehensive in the light of the chosen variables with a view
to surfacing the research blankspots (unexplored area) and blindspots
(conflicting areas in the literature). You can present this section in a thematic
manner or sequential manner.
2.2. CASE STUDIES
Research familiarization and graphic documentation of selected design or
work already executed related to the proposed project. A descriptive narrative
about the sample study should consist of the following: description of the
scenario, background of the place, previous and existing conditions, implications,
impact, outstanding qualities and conclusion. In architecture, the most important
things to analyze in any Case Study consist of the following:
Environment and micro-climate
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User behavior and requirements
Utility and space enhancement
Form and Function
Horizontal and vertical circulation
Site Planning and Landscape detailing
Structural details such as Column and Beam Design, Steel and
Composite structures
Building Services such as Fire Alarm system, HVAC, Water supply
systems
Design detailing considering the Barrier-free environment
Socio-economic profile of user group
Parking details and standards
2.3. RESEARCH PARADIGM
(simulacrum or hypothesized model…if applicable)
2.4. SYNTHESIS
A synthesis that describes the relevance of the reviewed scholarly
works/literature and case study scenarios is presented clearly and is sensibly
related to the problem area.
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CHAPTER 3
THE RESEARCH METHOD
This chapter must include details of your experimental methodology. The
methods and procedure can be entitled descriptively according to the specific
research and publication project. This section must outline in detail the methods
and procedure by which the design decisions were accomplished. An adequate
methods and procedures section should indicate what criteria were employed in
data collection, how the data were analyzed and reduced, e.t.c.
The purpose of the methods and procedures section is to place the entire
research and publication process in public domain so that others can attempt to
replicate the process if they so choose, or so that others can systematically vary
from his procedure to test the effects of alternative approaches to the same
problem.
3.1. RESEARCH DESIGN
Used Methodology: The Sample, Measure and Design Procedures
Let the reader know the type of design you are using and why that
research design was chosen.
Population/Sample/(Participants, if qualitative) - carefully identify the
sample and describe in detail the manner in which it was chosen. Naturally, if
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you are including all possible subjects, you are dealing with a population. In this
case, you describe the characteristics of the population.
Describe each and every step taken to do your study. It is a type of "road
map" that others must follow if they choose to replicate your study. Include the
steps you took to contact the population/sample in your study, how you
obtained their cooperation, how the instruments(s) were administered, how the
data was handled as it was returned, how follow-ups were handled, etc. Copies
of all letters, instruction sheets, etc. should be placed in the appendices.
3.2. DATA GATHERING
Tools/Instruments of Research, Sources
Instrument (Data Collection, if qualitative) - identify each instrument you
will use to measure the variables in your study. There should be a separate
subsection for each instrument. Information should be provided regarding the
development of the instrument, the history of its use, data regarding its validity
and reliability, data regarding how the instrument is administered and scored
and anything else that will give insight into its appropriateness. Additionally,
provide a rationale for the selection of your instruments. Generally, a copy of the
instrument should be included in the appendix (for the proposal and the final
thesis). If you are conducting qualitative inquiry, explain your data collection
procedures.
Example (taken from Marishirl Tropicales, 2010):
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A semi-structured interview guide consisting of in-depth descriptive
questions (see Appendix VI) will be formulated concerning the wise leadership
behaviors of the principals. Teachers will also be interviewed on the extent to
which their principal employs wisdom in their leadership. A permit (see
Appendix II) to conduct the interview will be properly secured in order to
maximize the time allotted for the interview…
3.1.5.1 Interview Protocol (example)
The researcher will inform the interviewees of the nature and relevance
of the research which they will be part of. They will also be requested to sign the
consent form (see Appendix II). A semi-structured interview will be used to
guide the interview process. According to Cooper and Schindler (2003)…
3.3. DATA PROCESSING
Synthesis, Data Analysis or Mode of Analysis
Discuss how the data will be analyzed and include any statistical
treatments.
Example (taken from Belinda Castro, 2010):
Using SPSS version 17, Cronbach Alpha revealed the instrument’s
reliability and internal consistency to be 93.5%, indicating that items measuring
the constructs were reliable and internally consistent. Delineation of existing
market segments within the shadow education marketplace called for two
market segmentation methods, namely: the a priori market segmentation using
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binary logistic regression (Monahan, McHonrney, Stump & Perkins, 2007;
Goldstein & Perin, 2008) and the posteriori segmentation using factor analysis…
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CHAPTER 4
RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS
Tell the reader how you have organized the findings. Typically, you would
organize them around your study's research questions or hypotheses. There
should be an analysis of each section and tables/charts included.
4.1. PROJECT PROFILE AND ANALYSIS
4.1.1. Overview
4.1.2. Project Issues
4.1.2. 1: Trends
(e.g. design trends, environmental trends, etc.)
4.1.2. 2: Current Issues
(e.g. environmental issues, technological issues, etc.)
4.1.3. Legal Framework
(e.g. environmental laws, financing regulations, legal documents,
taxation, etc.)
4.1.3. 1: Legal Considerations
4.1.3. 2: National Codes/Laws
4.1.3. 3: Specific Code Requirement for the Project
4.1.3. 4: Local Code and Ordinances
4.1.3. 5: Zoning Requirements
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4.1.3. 6: Height Limitation
4.2. SITE ANALYSIS
4.2.1. Site Selection and Justification
4.2.1.1: Criteria for Site Selection
4.2.1.2: Site Selection Justification
4.2.2. Regional Profile
4.2.2.1: Location and Area
4.2.2.2: Historical Background
4.2.3. Site Profile
4.2.3.1: Physical Profile
4.2.3.1.1. Geology and Soil
Geotechnical Problems
o Earthquake Hazard/Seismic Shaking
o Faulting
o Soil Liquefaction
o Slope Stability
o Groundwater Problems/Flood
o Environmental Hazard
4.2.3.1.2. Water
4.2.3.1.3. Topography
4.2.3.1.4. Climate
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Solar Orientation
Temperature
Prevailing Wind
Precipitation & Hydrology
4.2.3.1.5. Ecology
Vegetation & natural features
4.2.3.1.6. Man Made Structures/Geographical Distance of
Related Areas
4.2.3.1.7. Availability of Utilities
4.2.3.1.8. Land Use and Zoning
4.2.3.1.9. Site Analysis
Vicinity Map
Location Plan
Site Photo and Analysis
4.2.3.1.10. Prominent Vision lines / Visual linkages
4.2.3.1.11. Sensuous Qualities
Air Quality
Land Quality
Water Quality
Landmarks
4.2.3.1.12. Traffic Factors
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Restriction due to traffic congestion
Mass transit accessibility
4.2.3.2: Cultural Profile
4.2.3.2.1. Residents and User Population
Demography
Social Structure
Economic Structure
Political Structure
4.2.3.2.2. On Adjacent Site Behavior Setting
4.2.3.2.3. Site Values, Rights and Restraints
4.2.3.3: Data Correlation
4.2.3.3.1. Classification of Site:
By areas
By quality
By problems
4.2.3.3.2. Analysis of Current and Future Change and The
Dynamic Aspect of the Site
4.2.3.3.3. Identification of Significant Problems and
Possibilities
4.2.3.4: Technical Description
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4.2.3.5: Synthesis
SWOT Analysis
4.3. SPATIAL ANALYSIS
(Functional Components, Spatial Relationship and Space Requirements)
4.3.1. User Analysis
4.3.1.1. Organizational Profile of Users
4.3.1.2. Functional Charts
4.3.1.3. User Behavior Analysis
4.3.2. Definition of Space
4.3.2.1. Summary of Spaces
4.3.2.2. Activity Flow
4.3.2.3. Space Program
4.3.2.4. Accessibility Matrices
4.3.3. Building Technology and Utilities
4.3.3.1. Type of Construction
4.3.3.2. Method of Construction
Architectural Solution
Structural Solution
4.3.3.3. Utilities
Electrical Requirements
Sanitary Requirements
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Mechanical Requirements
Acoustics and Lighting Requirements
4.3.4. Survey Data Analysis
4.3.5. Economics of Construction
4.3.5.1. Building Construction Cost
4.3.5.2. Land Development Cost
4.3.5.3. Cost of Property/Lot
4.3.5.4. Amortization Schemes/ Financial Schemes/Activity
Schemes
4.3.6. Environmental Condition and Environmental Impact
4.4. CONCEPTUAL ANALYSIS
4.4.1. Architectural Theories and Principles
Applied in the Design
4.4.2. Design Philosophy
4.4.3. Design Concept
4.4.4. Correlation of Project Objectives, Design
Objectives and Design Considerations
4.4.5. Preliminary Study
(Prototype Sketches/Creative Influences)
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CHAPTER 5
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
5.1. SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
This is an overview of the study and not a summary of your findings.
Restate the problem, research questions, hypotheses and a short summary of
the procedures you followed in conducting your study.
5.2. CONCLUSION
Conclusions - these are the conclusions you draw from your findings.
Number the conclusions. The conclusions must relate directly to the findings.
5.3. RECOMMENDATION
These should be based on the conclusions. A DESCRIPTIVE NARRATIVE
and PRESENTATION OF FINAL DRAWING/ DESIGN SOLUTION (design output)
are presented. Number the Recommendations. Guiding questions are:
1. Are the summary, conclusions and recommendations concisely and
precisely stated?
2. Are the conclusions and recommendations justified by the data
gathered?
3. Does the study suggest related problems that need to be
investigated?
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4. Are your recommendations data-based and stem directly from the
data and the conclusions?
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Arrange all literature actually cited in chapters 1 to 3, arrange them
ALPHABETICALLY (NOT NUMBERED)and strictly use APA style entries. Sample
entries for books, journals, book edition and internet source are shown below
in that order;
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APPENDICES
Appendix 1: PHOTO DOCUMENTATION
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Appendix 2: SURVEY
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APPENDIX 3: TIMETABLE FOR RESEARCH
The research project should contain a carefully thought out plan to
complete the research in a specified amount of time. Include a bar chart (where
applicable).
A. First Semster JUNE JULY AUG SEPT OCT
ACTIVITIES 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
>Choosing a topic
Title Defense
Part 1: Introduction to thesis
a. Submission/Consultation >Proposed thesis
Chapter 1: >Project Objectives
>Introduction
>Background and Nature of the Study
>Statement of the Problem
>Significance of the Project
c. Review of Related Literature
d. Submission of final draft of Part 1 Chapter 1
Part 2: Chapter 1
a. Submission/Consultation >Project Scope of Work
>Site Criteria and Description
>Proposed thesis outline
>Proposed time frame and schedule
>Tentative Bibliography
>Tentative Appendices
b. Site Investigation >Preliminary Interview
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c. Gathering of Preliminary Data (Maps and Demographies)
d. Investigation of rehabilitation programs
f. Further researches/submission/consultation of:
>Review of Related Literature
>Site Criteria and Description
>S.W.O.T. Analysis of the Site
g. Revision of chapter 1 &2
i. Submission of Volume 1, Part 1: Chapter 1&2
Chapter 3: Methodology
Part 1: Chapter 4 Project Profile and Analysis
a. Site Investigation > Maps and other related materials
b. Interview with the locals
> History of the Place
> Case Studies and Investigation
> Legal Issues (rules, regulations, building programs and government codes)
c. Submission/Consultation of chapter3
d. Further reserches and interviews
e. Finalized SWOT Analysis
Part 2: Chapter 4 Site Analysis
a. Site Investigation
b. Further Researches
c. Submission/Consultation
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of :
> Location and Area
>Geographical and environmental
> Utilities and Infrastrusture
> Microclimate Analysis
> Environment Condition
d. SWOT Analysis of the Site
e. Revised Chapter 4
f. Review of Related Literature
g. Submission of final draft of part 1: chapter4
Part 3 : Chapter 4 Spatial Programming
a. Preliminary Site Development
b. Functional Analysis of the Project
c. User Analysis
d. Spatial Requiremnts Analysis
e. Space Programming
> Organizational Analysis and set-up
> Role of the Staff
> Room Data Sheet
> User Analysis
> Bubble Diagram
f. Further researches
g. Submission of final draft of part 1: chapter 4
h. Revision of Chapter 4
Part 4: Chapter 4 Conceptual Analysis
a. Consultation of:
> Design Goals and
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Objectives
> Design Philosophy and Concepts
> Design Strategies
> Utility and Structural Concepts and Systems
> Design Solution
b. Revision of Part 1
c. Preliminary Floor Plan
d. Preliminary Elevation and Section
e. Massing and Perspectives
Part 1: Chapter 5 Summary, Conclusion and Consultation
a. Consultation
b. Design Strategies
Final Submission
Thesis Book Deliberation
B. Second Semester OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB
ACTIVITIES 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
I. Structural Details
A. Structural Framework
1. Floor Slab Plans and Details
2. Fixture Layout
a. Lighting Fixtures
b. Plumbing Fixtures
3. Electrical Layout
4. Plumbing Layout
5. Detail and Specifications
B. Detail Section
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1. Longitudinal Section
2. Cross Section
3. Detail and Specifications
a. Column Detail
b. Wall Detail
c. Beam Detail
C. Ceiling and Roof Detail
1. Ceiling Plan
a. Lighting Layout
b. Ceiling Design
2. Roof Detail
a. Truss Detail
b. Roof Deck Detail
D. Engineering Detail
1. Electrical
2. Mechanical
3. Plumbing Sanitary
II. Design Detail
A. Detailed Perspective
1. Exterior
2. Interior
B. Detailed Floor Plans
C. Detailed Sections
D. Detailed Site Development
E. Vicinity Map
F. Landscape Detail
G. Specifications
H. Rendering
III. Consulation
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IV. Practice of Deliberation
1. Production of Brochures
2. Props and Scripts
3. Costume Effects
4. Final Rehearsal
V. Final Deliberation
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APPENDIX 4: BUDGETARY REQUIREMENTS
Provision of a budget, which should include a detailed estimate of the
expected cost of the proposed research work. This, however, should exclude
details of the manpower involved, the cost of equipment to be used, allowances,
research assistants and secretarial supporting staff, as funds available are
limited. It is assumed that researchers will take advantage of the human
resources and equipment on the ground for the purpose. Details of the cost of
consumables could however be included.
SOURCES OF EXPENSES Quantity Amount
(PhP)
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Total
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
NAMEEmail Address:
Contact Information:
Brief Description about you (passion in the field of architecture, affiliations, job history if any, etc.)
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