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GREENBELT IT HUB
A Thesis Presented to the
School of Architecture, Industrial Design & the Built Environment
Mapua Institute of Technology
In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements in Architectural Design 9
for the Degree of Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Presented by
Mercado, Marianne S.
2011150715
Architect Junar Pakingan Tablan, uap
Adviser
December 2014
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Chapter I.1.1 Introduction
Technology has been part of our daily lives , since we live in the information age; for studying,
work or even entertainment. Life became much easier with the help of technology, especially when
storing information and data, saving spaces and papers.
Since the Sumerians of Mesopotamia developed writing, people have been storing and
communicating data. Information technology uses computer and telecommunications equipment for
storing, retrieving, transmitting, manipulating information. It is related to networking, hardware, software
and Internet. It also comprises other information distribution technologies such as televisions and
technologies. This technology allows places all over the world to be connected. That is why many
companies have their own information technology departments for dealing with technical areas of their
businesses. The proposed study will focus on incorporating IT office building with greenbelts and other
innovations for a sustainable design in order to counter and reduce the carbon emission.
Chapter I.1.2 Statement of the Problem
At the present time, most of the office buildings do not have open areas around and are so close
to each other, not allowing air to cross ventilate. These multi-storey buildings produce massive amount of
carbon footprint which contributes to global warming a bigger problem countries all over the world are
currently experiencing. Structures with different gadgets and equipment double the amount of carbon
emission.
The primary purpose of this study is to determine how an office building can produce less carbon
footprint despite of its equipment inside and outside the structure. More specifically, it will attempt to
answer the following questions:
What architectural considerations should be applied in order to maximize the greeneries
around the site?
How will the design of the site and structures affect the users, its surrounding and
neighbors?
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What is the importance of considering every part of nature that can be used, i.e
rainwater?
Chapter I.1.3 Project Goals, Objectives and Strategies
The primary goal of this study is to create a sustainable office building for Information
Technology company which produce lesser carbon footprint. It also aims to connect people with the
environment through different instruments and designs. Also, it targets to be an icon in starting a self-
sustainable office building. Strategic planning and allocation of space, beauty and aesthetics, systems,
comfortability of users, orientation, neighboring buildings of the site must be considered.
Chapter I.1.4 Significance of the Study
The significance of the study is the strategic incorporation of the buildings and surroundings in
order to counter carbon footprint being produced. It may provide additional information regarding new
green and sustainable design innovations. This study will help future architects and engineers in
designing a self-sustainable Information Technology building which will provide benefits not only to the
users but the environment.
Chapter I.1.5 Scope and Limitations
The study will only cover architectural planning of the site, Information Technology building and
other establishments needed. It will contain flow of the target and end users. It will also include new
techniques of natural ventilation and sustainability. The proposed study will also comprise with different
landscape development. However, this study will not be concerned on interior spaces which will affect the
psychological behavior of users inside the buildings. It will not also focus on computation of different
consumption of energy.
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Chapter I.1.6 Theoretical Framework
These theoretical frameworks provide complementary information about the study:
Sustainability theory emphases eliminate negative environmental impact completely through
skillful, sensitive design. (McLennan, J.F., 2004)
Passive House Concept consideration of natural movement of heat and air, passive solar gain
and cooling in order to maintain a good internal comfort. A Passive House is a building in which
thermal comfort can be guaranteed by post-heating or post-cooling the fresh-air mass flow
required for a good indoor air quality. (Passive House Institute)
Chapter I.1.7 Conceptual Framework
The framework shows concept and ideas of how the study started. It began with a major
problem currently facing by a lot of countries, affecting not only a large amount of people but also the
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environment. Next is where to solve the problem office buildings related to technology and
communication where a lot of people are related to. These buildings use different equipment and
machines that contribute to the major problem we are facing. Followed by solutions done architecturally,
using the concept of sustainability in spaces and circulation.
Chapter I.1.8 Definition of Terms
Global warming - the recent increase in the world's temperature that is believed to be caused by
the increase of certain gases (such as carbon dioxide) in the atmosphere
Greenbelta belt of parkways, parks
Huba center of activity, or interest; a focal point
Information Technologyis the application of computers and telecommunications technology in
order to store, retrieve, manipulate, transmit information and data
Innovation - a new idea, device, or method
Sustainable - involving methods that do not completely use up or destroy natural resources
Chapter I.1.9 Acronyms
ITInformation Technology
LEEDLeadership in Energy and Environmental Design
BERDE - Building for Ecologically Responsible Design Excellence
Chapter I.2.1 Review of Related Literature
According to Zigenfus thesis entitled Element Analysis of the Green Building Process, the usage
of natural resources and materials available at or near the site is important in becoming green. He stated
that in order for a building to be green, it must be designed with a minimal consumption of resources
especially once the building is occupied. It also concerns the impact on community.
A green building, also known as a sustainable building, is a structure that is designed, built,
renovated, operated, or reused in an ecological and resource-efficient manner. Green buildings are
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designed to meet certain objectives such as protecting occupant health; improving employee
productivity; using energy, water, and other resources more efficiently; and reducing the overall impact
to the environment. - The California Integrated Waste Management Board
Skurvids Ventilation in Sustainable Office Buildings states that sustainable buildings have a good
effect on the environment and healthy indoor climate. It save energy and lessen the reduction of
pollutants and contaminants. Nowadays, it is important buildings have these factors due to most of the
people spend their lives at work or at home.
Due to the supertyphoon Yolanda and 7.2-magnitude earthquake that hit Visayas last 2013, the
urge to understand green and sustainable building practice along with disaster preparedness is not
recommended in building infrastructure in Manila. SB13 Manila held a conference entitled Sustainable
Buildings, Infrastructures and Communities in Emerging Economies with a goal of inspiring, mobilizing
and building capacities of professionals and stakeholders toward disaster risk management and
sustainable design. SB13 Manila is part of the World Series conducting different aspects of sustainable
building designs.
Chapter I.2.2 Review of Related Studies
Google Headquarters
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Last 2011, Google emitted 1.68 million metric tons of carbon dioxide. They calculate its usage
having 1% of worldwide data center electricity, responsible for approximately 0.01% of total global
demand. Since Google consumes large amount of energy every year, they started going green.
In 2013, Google decided to expand its headquarters and one of the new designs it applied is
green roof. The expansion has been designed by retrofitting existing buildings. They are connected by
bridges, one which is connected to one of the green roofs that has an outdoor caf. Another innovation is
the usage of radiant heating throughout. Google generates power from more than 100,000 solar panels
to heat homes around their area.
Its good for Google, the Earth and for shareholders, said David Radcliffe, Googles vice
president of real estate. If we can dispel the myth that you cant be both green and profitable, then well
be happy about that.
Tax-equity financing is being used by Google, an incentive from the government which allow
them to lower its tax obligation through investing in renewable energy. Everyone will gain from the
movement since these solar projects can produce returns of 10 to 14 percent annually, with half of the
profit tied to incentives, according to Paul Maxwell, director in the energy practice at Navigant Consulting,
California.
Infosys
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Infosys, second largest Information Technology company in India, transformed from one that
commissioned-electricity consuming glass monuments to using natural light and little or no air-
conditioning at all.
India, living by importing energy through using 20% of GDP, Infosys realized the importance of
saving energy. In the new campus of Infosys at Hyderabad, buildings were designed using combination
of different passive design principles consideration of orientation of buildings to minimize heat and
glare, tactically allocation of windows and usage of spectrum of colors, usage of technologies for shading
and radiant cooling, where cold water are being pumped through pipes embedded in concrete. A
laboratory was built in this campus, where building technologies can be researched. The largest
experiment that has been made was half of one building using the most efficient air-conditioning while
the other half radiant cooling, which gave a result of 30% less consumption of electricity over three
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years. With such innovations, Infosys has saved more than $80 million in energy bills in six years.
"Everything we've done can be replicated around the world with no increase in capital costs. Energy
efficiency is like putting money in the bank.", says Rohan Parik, head of infrastructure at Infosys.
The best result of this movement is the influence they made to other clients of consulting firms in
India, like Cisco, Parik stated.
8 Campus Place
Megaworld, a leading real estate developer, committed in providing environmental sustainability,
has made another record for gaining the countrys first LEED Gold -certified building for business process
outsourcing, for the 8 Campus Place Building A.
The building consumes 45% water less than other buildings by using efficient water plumbing
fixtures. Exterior landscape are being maintained using no potable water. Usage of wide glass together
with double glazed gas-filled insulated (Low E) glass was carefully planned to allow penetration of natural
light into the building but reflecting the suns heat away to lessen the need of air-conditioning in the
building.
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The materials used to construct the building contained more than 30% recycled content.
Megaworld also used locally available materials produced in the Philippines. Indoor air quality innovations
were used, including the provision of carbon dioxide sensors to ensure fresh air delivery to occupants.
One Evotech
One Evotech, an Ayala Land BPO facility in Nuvali Technohub in Laguna, bagged silver LEED
certification. This medium-rise building, containing four floors, serves as a model for those who are
concerned with carbon footprints and also to the tenants who will benefit from the innovations and
healthier work environment, enjoying considerable savings. Its energy and water consumptions are below
the registered standards.
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Orientation of the building, sunscreens are considered to sought energy savings for those who
work there. Installation of innovative district cooling air-conditioning system with central plant gave a
greater savings to the building. This system provides chilled water through an underground loop for a
number of buildings. Usage of recycled water is applied for toilet flushing and irrigation, saving as much
as 45% of potable water. Pervious pavements were used to allow rainwater to seep quicker to the water
aquifer which reduces stormwater runoff. Ayala Land resued and recycled construction debris which
generated 87% of on-site construction waste from landfill.
Chapter I.3.1 Research Methodology
The study used several methods mainly descriptive combined with survey, case study, interview
of people related to the study which will attempt to describe the current state of an Information
Technology building.
Chapter I.3.2 Research Instruments
The research instruments that will be used in this study are survey questionnaires, interviews,
ocular assessment. These survey questionnaires and interviews were used to know the target users point
of views while ocular assessment provided information about the flow of the people and connection of
spaces.
Chapter I.3.3 Population Universe and Subject of Study
The sampling groups of the study are the employees of IT companies and IT students.
Chapter I.3.4 Sampling Procedure
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The sampling procedure that will be used is random sampling. Experience of random IT
employees will almost be the same depending on their company. Also, IT students will have different
point of views regarding desirable workplace.
Chapter I.3.5 Research Design
The research design of this study is descriptive. Information and data that will be acquired will
only be described after analyzation and organization.
Chapter I.4 Summary of Findings and Analysis
In this chapter, gathered information and data are organized and analyzed.
Chapter I.4.1 Presentation of Collected Data
a. Quantitative Analysis
In this method, survey questionnaires were used in order to gather data. Questionnaires
have been distributed to 50 variables randomly selected from different schools and offices
related to Information Technology.
The following data are from survey questionnaires for IT students:
What characteristics of a workplace
would you like to have in your
office?
Livable
Green
Enclosed
Others
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In this figure, 48% of respondents chose a green environment for a workplace where they can
relax and be connected to the environment. Followed by a livable workplace with 36% for they believe it
will be efficient and effective. 12% chose other characteristics like interactive, fun, and fully equipped.
Lastly, 4% chose enclosed where they can focus on their work.
In this figure, 62% are willing to change for the benefit of others and become green while 38%
doesnt want to sacrifice their habits.
The following data are from the survey questionnaires for employees of IT companies:
Are you willing to sacrifice some habits
in order to have a sustainable and
green workplace?
Yes
No
Are you satisfied with the design
and spaces of your office building?
Yes
No
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In this figure, 78% of respondents are satisfied with their respective offices while 22% still thinks
of an improvement with their buildings.
In this figure, almost 84% wants commercial establishments inside their building, while almost
78% desires to have parks and gardens around office and almost 64% mainly males like to have game
rooms. 22% proposed for lounge or sleeping areas.
Chapter I.4.2 Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT)
a. Strengths of the facility
Strategic location of the building is good for the users. Since it is inside Bonifacio Global
City, there are transportation going and leaving the site. The place also gives a sense of security.
The location is also near to establishments like commercial and recreational.
b. Weaknesses of the facility
Few greeneries and parks where users can rest after a walk from bus stops or other
establishments. Vehicular density is large especially during rush hour and Friday nights.
c. Opportunities of the facility
0 20 40 60 80 100
Parks/Gardens
Commercial Establishments
Game Room
Others
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The facility can easily participate in events of Bonifacio Global City. Projects of BGC will
affect site. Since there are various companies inside the CBD, there are opportunities to get more
clients.
d. Threats of facility
The design of the building may not harmonize with buildings around it. Since, BGC is
open to the public, people may enter the site without permission.
Chapter I.4.3 Need Analysis
Figures above are floor plans of Telus, Taguig.
Natural lighting up to the center of the building. Since the building has huge width, sunlight does
not reach the center of the building, thus large energy consumption is done through lighting.
Open spaces (i.e. indoor gardens, roof decks) to allow users to relax and lessen stress. It will
also add aesthetic to the building thru solid and void.
Landscape and greeneries around the building to soften the look of the site and lessen the
stormwater runoff.
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One main hallway to control the circulation
Chapter I.5 Conclusions and Recommendations
For an effective approach to the study, the proponent should further look for problems not only
of the present but also the future. Such approach should consider orientation, neighboring buildings and
sites, ordinances, and comfortability of the users. The proponent should not only concentrate on
aesthetics but on function and its effect to the users and environment. Different methods may be used in
order to come up with an efficient solution. Since we are now facing global warming, the proponent must
consider the buildings longevity and sustainability giving benefit to the owner and a healthier
environment for the users. These movements must not only be for green certification or any award but
for the improvement of architecture and well-being of the people.
Chapter II Research Focus
In this chapter, the proponent will further emphasize the study, showing application of chosen
innovation and ideas to the project.
Chapter II.1 Rationale
The proposed study, with the use of different principles of design, integrated with different
establishments and green application as a hub aims to be a key point and icon of a self-sustained office
building. The studys intention is to apply various innovations that will create a harmonious connection
with the facilities, users and the environment. This study will focus on providing ahead solutions, thinking
of the future condition of the proposed project, to counter further problems. The study will generate
ideas to provide adequate solutions for efficient lighting and energy saving. Since facilities are surrounded
by greeneries, supplementary study of different techniques of landscaping and choosing the suitable
plants will be done. All in all, the studys goal is to produce an efficient solution that will greatly benefi t
users and environment.
Chapter II.2 Principles and Relevance to the Project
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Chapter II.2.1 Principles
Principle of Software Architecture
Software architecture uses a process of defining a structured solution meeting all of technical and
operational requirements while elevating common quality aspects such as performance, security, and
manageability. Decisions and choices to be done should have a rationale behind them. The decisions
have to be right the first time, since reversing may be impossible or expensive. There should be balanced
concern of the system. It involves functionality, usability, resilience, performance, reuse, economic and
technology restrictions, and aesthetic concerns. It has flexible systems where it can adapt to future
requirements. Software architecture are classified dynamic reconfiguration and dynamic architectural type
evolution. The first classification enables changes in the configuration by creating or destroying elements
and links dynamically. While the second introduce new element types and connections or modifying the
current elements. Similarly, the project may apply the flexibility and rational decision-making in software
architecture, using the adaptability of its systems and thinking ahead of the future condition of the
facilities. Usage of reusable materials, longevity and quality of materials and systems to be used must be
considered.
Controlled flow of circulation
Pathways, hallways, corridors must be well-planned in order to avoid clogged spaces. These
public spaces should provide a smooth flow of way for the users comfortability. To avoid crowded
spaces, passageways should be connected with each other except if security and privacy are concerned.
Categorized allocation of spaces
In order to avoid activity commotion, spaces with no relation may not be adjacent to each other.
Categorizing related spaces, having adequate adjacency will avoid people going to unnecessary places,
not destroying the flow of circulation in the site.
Passive lighting and energy-efficient ventilation
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The facilities which will be surrounded by greeneries may benefit from cool air and shade.
Maximizing the use of sunlight, wind, and other elements of the environment will greatly minimize the
energy and water consumption. There are new technologies providing energy-efficient cooling of the
building with a healthier effect to the users. All in all, if systems are well-planned and efficient, maximum
savings will be received by the owner.
Chapter II.2.2 Relevance to the Project
Rational thinking and advanced decision-making in the proposed study will help in the
manageability and longevity of the facilities. It will provide satisfaction for the users and owner since
there are only minimal problems that can be handled. Nowadays, the condition of our surrounding
changes and flexibility can cope up with the change. The proponent must apply adequate flexible
techniques in order for the facilities to be efficient with the changes. There are new innovations which
provide flexible characteristics like prefabricated materials and modular construction. Precise application
of these materials and other systems will help in the longevity of the building.
Time is a great factor in office buildings. Every minute counts. A well-planned facility providing
smooth flow of circulation and categorized spaces will be effective not just energy saving but also time.
This shows that the proponent value the facilitys function and the users comfortability.
Chapter II.3 Application to the Project
Flexibility as part of the characteristics of the facilities can be done by using prefabricated
materials and modular construction. These techniques provide solutions without compromising the
aesthetics of the buildings. In addition, these materials can be used repeatedly saving energy and raw
material consumption.
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Demountable partitions can be used, giving an option of reconfiguring offices quickly and
economically especially when layout requirements change.
Passive lighting and energy-efficient ventilation can be applied with proper allocation of new
technologies and usage of various techniques. Overhangs, sunscreens, brise soleil may be considered.
Orientation of the building should be studied in order to maximize sunlight.
One suitable cooling system in a tropical country like the Philippines is the radiant cooling for it
offers a large proportion of cooling by way of removing sensible heat. Radiant cooling uses pumped
water which generates lower amount of energy than using fans and air-conditioning. It has lower first
and lifestyle costs.
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Landscape and commercial establishments. Part of the proposed hub is the allocation of
commercial establishments within the site and providing luscious landscaping. Combination of hardscape
and softscape will improve aesthetics of the site. Design of the commercial establishments should be in
harmony with other facilities.
Chapter III.1 Site Selection Process
Chapter III.1.1 Criteria for Site Selection
The site for the proposed Information Technology should be vast enough to accommodate the
facilities and different establishments along the designed surrounding. It should be accessible to the
users with enough transportation entering and exiting the site. Neighboring buildings and structures
should be considered in choosing a site, due to differences in building typology. Zoning ordinances, laws,
natural and climatic aspects, hazardous events like earthquake, flooding, that have been happening
within the place of the site should also be investigated. Consideration of access to utilities like water,
electricity must also take place. There should be enough space for future expansion.
Chapter III.1.2 Site Option Description
Site 1
This site is located in Malolos, Bulacan. It has an area of 21,705 meter square. It is a corner site,
adjacent to the major road MacArthur Highway, and minor roads of Paraluman and Fausta. It is near to
commercial establishments such as Robinsons Place Malolos, and schools like Bulacan State University.
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Site 2
The site is located in the city of Angeles, Pampanga. It has an area of 102, 054 square meters. It
is adjacent to North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) and Angeles-Magalang Rd. It is near to Marquee Mall, and
different terminals going to Manila and other parts of Pampanga.
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Site 3
The site is also located in Malolos, Bulacan. It has an area of 15,520 meter square.
Chapter III.2 Site Evaluation and Analysis
Chapter III.2.1 The Macro Setting
Bulacan. It is a first class province of the Philippines located in Region 3Central Luzon. It is surrounded
by provinces of Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Aurora, Quezon, Rizal and Metro Manila. It has 569 barangays
with 21 municipalities. In the 2010 census, it had 3,124,433 people. It was the most populous province in
the whole Philippines.
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City of Malolos, Bulacan. The capital city of Bulacan, a first class urban component city of the Republic of
the Philippines. It is one of the major suburbs conurbated to Manila, situated in Region 3Central Luzon,
in the
southwestern part of Bulacan. Based on 2007 Census of Population and Housing, the population in
Malolos was at 223,069. It had a population density of 3,317 persons per square kilometer.
The city of Malolos has an area of 7,725 hectares and is subdivided into 52 barangays. It consists
of agricultural, commercial, institutional, residential, industrial, bodies of water. Malolos was once a vast
virgin land and forests, so most of the barangays are named after common Philippine trees.
Climate.
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The figure above shows the climate graph of Bulacan. February being the driest month with 10
mm. August having the most precipitation, gains an average of 529 mm.
The figure above shows climate table displaying differences in precipitation between the driest
month and the wettest month with 519 mm.
Since Bulacan has a tropical climate, there is significant rain, in most months of the year. The
average annual temperature in Bulacan is 27.3C and about 2372 mm of precipitation falls annually.
The figure above shows temperature graph of Bulacan. May has the warmest temperature having
29.3C while January being the coolest month of the year with an average of 25.6C.
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Pampanga. It is a province of the Philippines located in Region 3 Central Luzon. It is
surrounded by the provinces of Bataan and Zambales, Tarlac and Nueva Ecija, and Bulacan. It is
classified as a first-class, highly urbanized city and has a government independent of the province.
City of Angeles, Pampanga. It is a first-class highly urbanized city in the province of Pampanga. It
is surrounded by other municipalities of Pampanga: Mabalacat to the north, Mexico to the east, San
Fernando to the southeast, Bacolor to the south, and Porac to the southwest and west.
Climate.
In the first figure below shows areas highly at risk to the occurrence of tropical depressions,
storms, typhoons and super typhoons. Next figure shows rainfall change in dry and wet season. The
areas most at risk to projected rainfall changes are Central, South, and Southeast Luzon and Eastern
Visayas including Pampanga, according to Manila Observatory.
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Pampanga has a tropical climate. The average annual temperature in Pampanga is 27.0 C and
about 1903 mm of precipitation falls annually.
The figure above shows climate graph. It displays March as the driest month with 91mm
precipitation while most falls in May with 224 mm.
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The figure above shows temperature graph. It displays May as the warmest month with an
average temperature of 27.7C while January has the lowest average temperature with 26.2C.
The figure above shows the difference in precipitation between the driest and wettest month with
133mm, having a varying average temperature of 1.5C.
Chapter III.2.2 The Micro Setting
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Site 1. It is situated in Brgy. Caniogan, Malolos, Bulacan. Brgy. Caniogan has 5,158 people according to
the 2007 NSO Census. The site is connected to one major road and two minor roads. The MacArthur
Highway serves many commercial and institutional establishments. This road connects Malolos to Manila
via NLEX. The Fausta Road connects the site and the City Hall of Malolos.
Pictures of MacArthur Highway. As shown in the images, there are different transportations like
jeep, bus, tricycle, FX. The streets are not clogged and there is no traffic. The site is easily accessible.
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The pictures above shows flood susceptibility of Brgy. Caniogan. A white legend showing that it
has low to moderate flood susceptibility.
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Site 2. It is situated in Angeles City, Pampanga. It is near transportation stations, going to Manila via
NLEX and other parts of Pampanga. It is also near to commercial establishments and the City Hall of
Angeles.
The first picture above is a transportation hub adjacent to the site. This hub has busses going to
Manila and places in Pampanga like Dau, Mabalacat. The second picture is a terminal of tricycles which
you can ride to go around Angeles City.
The pictures above show the road between the site and Marquee Mall. Different transportations
are evident. Accessibility is not a problem.
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Site 3. It is situated in Brgy Bulihan, Malolos Bulacan. Just like site 1, it is near commercial
establishments. It is also connected to a major road MacArthur Highway meaning accessibility is not a
difficult.
Chapter III.2.3 Related Laws and Ordinances
Parking and loading space requirements(Republic Act No. 6541)
Use or Occupancy
CommercialE-2
Air Space Requirements (Republic Act No. 6541)
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General requirements for occupant loads and exits
Land Use. Brgy. Caniogan composed of mostly agricultural, partly commercial. Commercial areas are
adjacent to the major roadMacArthur Highway, where Site 1 is located.
Chapter III.3 Site Development Options
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The most suitable sites for the proposal are Site 1 Caniogan Area and Site 2 Angeles City
Area. These are the most accessible and user-friendly sites out of the three. These sites are also
near/adjacent to terminals, commercial and institutional establishments. The sites meet the criteria of the
study.
Site 1 Caniogan Area
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Site 2 Angeles City Area
Chapter III.3.2 Proposed Site Development Plan
Site 1 Caniogan Area
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Site 2 Angeles City Area
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Appendices
Survey questionnaires for IT Students and employees
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TCTSite 1: Caniogan Area
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Tax DeclarationSite 1: Caniogan Area
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TCTSite 2: Angeles City Area
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Tax Declaration Site 2: Angeles City Area